Category: General

DNR welcomes home 31 employees following northwest U.S.

After spending nearly three weeks in the northwestern United States, the Department of Natural Resources welcomed home 31 employees trained as firefighters who had been diligently working to suppress the wildfires that burned in Oregon, California, Washington and Idaho.

Under an interagency agreement, the DNR sent a hand crew comprised of 20 DNR employees to Medford, Oregon. The crew was assigned as an initial attack force tasked with suppressing a 20-acre fire burning in rugged terrain. Another 11 carried out essential fire-line leadership positions assigned to numerous wildfires.Michigan DNR firefighting crew

“Fighting wildfires is an arduous and dangerous job,” said Paul Kollmeyer, manager of the DNR Forest Resources Division’s Resource Protection section. “We’re pleased to report that all DNR employees dispatched to other states have returned home safely. The skills our staff gained during the time out west will be instrumental during suppression efforts back home in Michigan.”

The DNR will continue to provide assistance to national fire efforts when conditions are critical. Nationally, there are eight large, uncontained fires currently burning in northern California and Oregon.

When sent on out-of-state assignments, the DNR is fully reimbursed for all costs associated with the support. Read more

General, Wildlife

MURPH THE PROTECTOR PART 1

“Murph: The Protector” is a documentary that tells the true story of Navy Lt. Michael Murphy, who joined the Navy Seals and fought overseas in Operation Enduring Freedom. Family members, friends and other people who knew “Murph” tell the story of the man who, due to his bravery in combat, would go on to win the Congressional Medal of Honor.  Details here…

General, Self Defense

Brownells Expands Preparedness Videos To Cover Work, Home And Car

Brownells has released a new three-part video series showing how to prepare for emergencies that could arise at work, at home and in the car. Each video covers potential situations and shows how to use specific supplies and gear – including products featured in the recently-released Brownells ESG Essentials Kits.

The At Work video shows examples of good supplies to stash at the job site that can help make unexpected stays more comfortable.

The At Home video focuses mostly on knowledge and training, and asks key questions everyone needs to answer to be really fully prepared.

The In the Car video provides tips for keeping a well-stocked vehicle emergency kit to help motorists make it through any crises from flat tires to accidents. Read more

General, Self Defense

Michigan state parks focus on visitor safety by becoming ‘StormReady’

DNR’s Parks and Recreation Division named a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador

When a severe thunderstorm capable of producing damaging hail and 60-mph winds rolled through Yankee Springs State Recreation Area on a hot and humid Sunday afternoon in late July, park rangers were faced with a daunting task: ensuring the safety of the hundreds of visitors enjoying the park’s campgrounds, picnic areas and lakes.Advance warning keeps campers safe

After a flurry of activity – directing visitors to storm shelters, checking on the welfare of campers, avoiding trees that were toppled by the wind, and assessing other damage to the park – the weather eventually calmed and it became clear to the rangers that their mission had been accomplished. Read more

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The Best In Waterproof Meets Mossy Oak Camouflage

WILMINGTON, NC – DryCASE, the manufacturer of waterproof electronic cases, just introduced the Brunswick waterproof backpack in Mossy Oak® Shadow Grass Blades™ camouflage.

The Brunswick is perfect for toting all your hunting essentials and offers complete concealment in the field, blind or boat. It’s 100-percent waterproof and highly functional thanks to the unique two-way air valve on the bottom. Simply roll down the top closure and secure it shut, then you can open the valve and squeeze out any captured air, or trap air inside so the pack will float. The two-way valve even doubles as a draining tool if you want to fill it with ice and use the backpack as a portable cooler. Read more

General, Hunting, Wildlife

Confused about ORV licenses and permits? MI DNR Can Help

As you may have already heard, Michigan’s off-road vehicle (ORV) license options changed as of March 1, 2014. The new license structure – authorized by the Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Rick Snyder in 2013 – provides vital funding to improve outdoor recreation opportunities for ORV riders.

The new ORV license structure includes two levels depending on the type of riding you are doing. An ORV License ($26.25) is required on eligible county roads, state forest roads in the Upper Peninsula and eligible national forest roads as well as on the frozen surface of public waters. This license is required to operate anywhere off of private lands.

In addition to the ORV License, an ORV Trail Permit (an additional $10, for a total of $36.25) will be required when operating on State-designated ORV trails, routes and scramble areas. Read more

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Bear hunting clinic offered in Cadillac Aug. 9, 10 and 16

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering a bear hunting clinic at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center at Mitchell State Park in Cadillac.Three separate clinics are offered and will take place on Aug. 9, 10 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Students will learn the ins and outs of bear hunting with experienced hunters and experienced DNR educators. The class will cover habitat, gear, stand placement, baiting, rules and regulations, carcass care, and hide care by master taxidermist Kevin Perry. Participants will spend about four hours in the classroom then go outdoors to learn how to place a stand and bait in the woods.  Read more

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