Hillsdale College hosted a Law Enforcement Outreach Conference on Feb. 15 at The Blake Center for Faith and Freedom in Somers, Connecticut. Law enforcement officers from across the country received training to become certified in teaching the Hillsdale College Law Enforcement Constitution Course.

“Hillsdale College is proud to offer a Constitution course designed for law enforcement,” said Jeremiah Regan, director of law enforcement outreach at Hillsdale College. “Law enforcement officers take an oath to defend the Constitution. Hillsdale is teaching officers and agencies what that oath entails and why it is essential.” Read more

NEW HAVEN, Mo. – ALPS OutdoorZ, premiere manufacturer of extreme-duty hunting packs and outdoor gear, understands that the “common denominator” for most hunters is the vehicle that supplies the means to adventure. And as every hunter knows, a hunting truck can devolve into a disorganized mess in short order.

To help keep your truck functional and your gear safely and conveniently stowed, ALPS OutdoorZ has developed the Nomad vehicle organizer.

The Nomad is a panel system that hangs from the back of your vehicle’s front seats. Offered in Mossy Oak® Original Bottomland® or stylish two-tone charcoal and black, the Nomad features a universal mounting design that easily secures to the headrest and seat bottom. Both panels (Nomad comes in a set of two) feature two large, zippered pockets across the top — one with an outer mesh pocket and the other featuring a hook-and-loop patch. An expansive open pocket on the bottom third of the panel is suitable for storing large items. Additionally, two magnetic closure pockets integrated onto the outside of the bottom pocket are perfect for stowing small items you need quickly. Three MOLLE webs allow you to further customize storage options. Read more

Silver Lake State Park in Oceana County, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking the public for feedback on a new general management plan for the park via an online survey. Read more

Become one of 1,300 smiling faces welcoming and helping visitors to Michigan state parks, boating facilities and other outdoor spaces. We’re hiring summer park workers to join our crew between April and October.

You’ll answer visitor questions, register campers, clean park buildings, mow and more. The hourly rate starts at $15.

Take the first step! Express your interest by completing the online interest form – it should take less than five minutes.

Express Interest

We’re also hiring seasonal park rangers. These positions pay $19.78 – $27.81 an hour and include state employment benefits.

We recognize that snow conditions may determine your ability to pull out the sleds, but when winter weather truly returns, a full weekend of free snowmobiling Feb. 9-11 is a great way to ignite (or reignite) your love of winter trail riding!

Grab your friends and ride 6,000-plus miles of DNR-designated snowmobile trails, public roads and public lands (where authorized). You legally can ride all weekend long without the regular requirement of a snowmobile registration or trail permit.

Also upcoming: Free Fishing Weekend, Feb. 17-18, when all fishing license fees will be waived for these two days. Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes waters for all species of fish. All fishing regulations will still apply. Read more

Minden, LA – Mammoth Coolers is making it simple to take your cooler wherever your adventures take you with its new Wheel Kits.

Each Wheel Kit comes with 12-inch wheels that allow for easy pulling at the tailgate or around the campground. The wheels feature ball bearings for smooth rolling and great tread for better traction on a variety of surfaces.

Easy to assemble and install, universal Wheel Kits will fit 45-, 65-, and 125-quart coolers. They come equipped with a bottle opener and retail for just $79.99. Read more

Revic Optics, a division of Gunwerks, has released their updated tripod system with fully interchangeable and configurable accessories that allow users to assemble a tripod specific to their needs. The Backpacker UL uses a leveling center column, ideal for glassing and shooting. Redesigned tripod heads have updated controls and feature the LeverClamp lock-in. New accessories include a bino mount and window mount.

Revic Releases Updated and Configurable Tripod System

Revic is excited to update and expand their line of tripods and tripod accessories. The new Revic Hunter and Backpacker UL models are compatible with the 3 newest Revic tripod heads, offering flexibility for different support needs.

The Backpacker UL, lightweight at 28.8 ounces, collapses to just over 15 inches without the tripod head. A notable feature is the leveling center column, designed for easy setup and stability on uneven terrain. The leveling column enhances the user’s ability to shoot off the Backpacker UL as well. A short 3.25” center column is included. Read more

Bidding is underway in an online auction of Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation surplus vehicles and equipment. Potential bidders can view and bid on auction items at purplewave.com/auction/240130.

The Wildlife Department annually auctions surplus vehicles and equipment to the public. For this event, the Department has 40 vehicles, agricultural equipment, trailers, electronics, and various shop equipment at PurpleWave.com.

“Vehicles are always a popular item among buyers. These vehicles undergo scheduled maintenance from the time we purchase them new to when we sell them,” said Daniel Griffith, property manager for the Wildlife Department. “Boats, boat motors, and trailers are other popular items that draw interest from buyers each year.

“The sale of these items helps bring back funds into the Department to help purchase new vehicles and equipment, or to fund projects. Those who purchase these items directly help fund the Wildlife Department and its activities to conserve fish and wildlife.” Read more