Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
The recently redrawn maps pitted two incumbent Democratic lawmakers against each other in a primary.
And, for Democrat Texas Representative, Al Green, that meant the end of his bombastic tenure in the House of Representatives.
Founded in 1937, MUCC was a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uniting hunters, anglers, trappers, and outdoor enthusiasts across Michigan. The organization focused on conservation, education, and advocacy, partnering with state and federal agencies to protect natural resources and promote responsible outdoor recreation mucc.org+1. MUCC also published the magazine Michigan Out of Doors and organized camps and events for members ocsportsmensclub.com.
MUCC faced sustained financial difficulties that made long-term operations unsustainable. Key factors are as follows: Read more
Trijicon®, Inc., a global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the hunting, shooting, military, and law enforcement markets, is pleased to announce a new 2.5 MOA, Green Dot version of the popular SRO® reflex sight. The new model will be available in Black and Coyote Brown anodized finishes.
Designed for competitive and target shooting applications, the Trijicon SRO® (Specialized Reflex Optic) features a large field of view and a clean, crisp aiming dot that helps shooters find the dot quickly, track it easily, and improve both accuracy and speed.
Why Green?
Green dot sights take advantage of the human eye’s peak sensitivity to green wavelengths, making them appear brighter and easier to acquire in daylight, even at lower brightness settings—prolonging battery life. They maintain visibility in bright conditions, resist washout, and perform better in fog, haze, or against complex backgrounds. Green is easier on the eyes, reducing strain during prolonged use and provides a clearer aiming point for many with astigmatism or red-green color blindness. In both low-light and high-glare environments, green delivers vivid contrast and detail, enabling quicker target acquisition and sustained accuracy. Read more
April 17, 2026
Contact: Dan Dowdy (Agate Falls Scenic Site), 906-353-6558 or Carly Graff (ORV reroute), 906-250-5818
Repairs and improvements to trestle bridge also require reroute of ORV trail
Agate Falls Scenic Site, a popular western Upper Peninsula attraction managed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Division, is temporarily closed through late fall for essential repairs and improvements to the site’s trestle bridge.
This closure, which is slated for completion Nov. 1, 2026, also includes rerouting an off-road vehicle trail that runs through the property off state Highway M-28 in Ontonagon County. Agate Falls Scenic Site is known for its picturesque views and activities including fishing, hiking and ORV riding.
“With the work taking place directly above the pathway and overlook, the site is closed to ensure public safety,” said Dan Dowdy, unit supervisor with the DNR Parks and Recreation Division.
The DNR is using a Federal Highway Administration Recreational Trails Program grant to pay for the site’s repairs and improvements, which are expected to cost $1.6 million. This program provides funds to states to develop and maintain recreational trails and trail-related facilities for both nonmotorized and motorized recreational trail uses. Read more
Gun Owners of America (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) are proud to announce a major win in our ongoing legal battle against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosive’s (ATF) Biden-era “Engaged in the Business” rule. The Department of Justice (DOJ) has asked the Fifth Circuit to dismiss its appeal of the preliminary injunction GOA, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, Utah Attorney General Derek Brown, and Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch obtained against ATF’s unconstitutional Biden-era “Engaged in the Business” rule.
This rule was just a backdoor scheme by President Biden “to move the U.S. as close to universal background checks as possible without additional legislation.” Under the rule, even a single private firearm sale could suddenly become a federal crime. And ATF inverted the ordinary judicial process, presuming gun owners guilty until proven innocent.
After the enormous pressure brought to bear by gun owners, DOJ is seeking a dismissal allowing the case to return to district court. Our preliminary injunction blocking the rule remains in effect, and GOA will pursue a final order permanently striking down Biden’s unconstitutional and unlawful regulation.
Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America, issued the following statement: “This move by DOJ is a massive step towards fulfilling President Trump’s campaign promise to gun owners to end his Biden rule. Biden’s criminalization of private gun sales was a naked attempt to infringe on the Second Amendment rights of millions of gun owners. GOA and GOF once gain have triumphed over ATF overreach.” Read more
Contact: Laurie Abel, 517-599-6703 or Kathleen Lavey, 517-930-4218
Crews worked through the night?Sunday?to increase the flow of water through the Cheboygan Lock and Dam Complex, using a crane to remove gates from the dam, adding?pumps?and bringing in a load of?electric cable needed to reopen the hydroelectric station and further increase flow.
“We had a productive session overnight and we are continuing our work today,” said Mike Janisse, leader of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Incident Management Team that is leading the effort to mitigate flooding while preserving the dam and lock.
Efforts late Sunday included the following:
April 11, 2026
Contact: Laurie Abel, 989-599-6703 or Kathleen Lavey, 517-930-4218
Work crews strategically placed more sandbags today around the Cheboygan Lock and Dam, while large pumps were running to move water around the structure.
The measures are part of continuing efforts to move water through and around the dam and lock to help get ahead of additional rain and snow melt forecasted over coming days.
“The DNR is actively engaged with our partners to prevent the failure of the dam to the fullest extent possible,” said Mike Janisse, leader of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Incident Management Team.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency Friday and activated the State Emergency Operations Center as rising waters from spring rains and melting snow threaten to overwhelm the dam in the city of Cheboygan.
The sandbagging, which began earlier this week, is intended to provide a buffer for rising water and help channel the water. The pumps are being used to move water from behind the dam to the spillway in front, where it can continue flowing out toward Lake Huron.
A wooden timber debris screen, built years ago in front of one of the dam’s gates was removed to help increase water flow through the dam. Engineers carefully reviewed historic photos to make sure the structure could be taken down without damaging the dam itself.
Additional water level monitoring equipment also has been installed by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Cheboygan County emergency managers are encouraging residents to sign up for alerts through Be Alert or to call 211 if they need information about preparedness and possible evacuation. Read more
GunBroker.com is giving motorsports fans and supporters of a powerful cause the chance to secure an unforgettable experience at one of the most high-profile racing events in the world. A new charity auction benefiting Project R3con is now live, featuring two tickets to the 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
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Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers responding on snowmobiles in whiteout storm conditions Monday helped deputies from the Luce County Sheriff’s Office rescue a stranded snowmobiler in the remote, northern part of the county. During the early evening hours of March 16, Chippewa County Central Dispatch received calls and text messages from an individual who had said he was stranded near Snowmobile Trail No. 8UP in an open area by the Little Two Hearted River, west of Little Lake Harbor. At about 8 p.m., Luce County Sheriff’s deputies contacted DNR conservation officers for help in finding and retrieving the 55-year-old Rexton man whose sled had become stuck in deep snow. The man had been out for a ride during the second day of a severe blizzard that had pounded the entire Upper Peninsula with brutal winds and heavy snowfall. Law enforcement agencies had warned motorists of life-threatening travel conditions, urging people to stay off roadways unless absolutely necessary. Conservation officers Cpl. Cole VanOosten and Justin Vinson responded on their snowmobiles, from their residences, with roads drifted, snow-choked and impassable by motor vehicle.
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This short video highlights the Trust Fund’s statewide reach and legacy.
March 3, 2026
Contact: Clay Summers, 517-388-0295 or Jon Mayes, 517-284-5954 (DNR Grants Management)
To date, the Trust Fund has provided nearly $1.4 billion for land improvements and acquisitions across Michigan’s 83 counties
Conditions included a constant 40-mph. wind and gusts reaching 70 mph with snow falling at a rate of 1-3 inches per hour.