Category: General

Conservation officers follow footprints through a frozen swamp to find missing teenage boy in Marquette County

A 14-year-old boy reported missing  afternoon was treated and released from an area hospital after Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers located him cold and wet near Foster Creek, south of Marquette.

At 4:25 p.m. Marquette County Central Dispatch informed local emergency responders of a runaway boy who lives along Marquette County Road 545 North in West Branch Township.

The DNR is not releasing the boy’s name because he is a minor.

Conservation Officer John Kamps and probationary Conservation Officer Steve Sajtar were patrolling nearby and immediately began searching the area.

Kamps and Sajtar located a set of footprints and began tracking them, south of County Road 545 North and Maplewood Road. Officers followed the footprints about 650 yards, until they encountered a person walking, who confirmed a boy who matched the missing teen’s description had walked east on Maplewood Road about three hours earlier.

The footprints continued for over a mile, until Maplewood Road came to a dead end. The officers followed into swampland surrounding Foster Creek, where the snow measured up to thigh deep on the officers. Read more

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Michigan DNR seeks public input on Sterling State Park management plan

To help guide future planning for William C. Sterling State Park in Monroe County, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking for public input on a new general management plan for the park.

Visitors, community members, stakeholders and others interested in sharing their opinions, ideas and experiences are encouraged to participate in an online public survey, available through Friday, April 21. Links to both the online survey and the project website are available at Michigan.gov/Sterling.

The draft general management plan will be developed after public feedback is gathered. Read more

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Elite Survival Systems RECON 3 Sleeping Bag

On issue with the RAAF, commandos & NATO, in use by U.S. forces in Afghanistan, and other forces worldwide. The RECON 3 sleeping bag is a military-style, two season sleeping bag which will perform more efficiently than bags with natural fillings when wet. The military sleeping bag and the compression sack weigh approx 2 lbs 15 oz (1.33kg). The Compression Sack spider both reduces the volume of the stuffed bag for carriage and provides a waterproof outer covering. The Recon III packs up very small so you can stash it away in your backpack or kit.
Available in OLIVE DRAB, BLACK, OR COYOTE TAN.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS: Wash warm separately (machine ok). Hang dry immediately after wash. Read more

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Interested in dredging, silting solutions at Black River Mouth Boating Access Site?

Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources 4:30 to 6 p.m. , to learn about a recent study of the Black River Mouth Boating Access Site in Alcona County. The study addressed the causes of moving sand at the site and alternatives that could alleviate the frequency of dredging.

“Access to Lake Huron can be difficult and unpredictable due to the amount of silting and sand movement at the site,” said Richard Hill, DNR Parks and Recreation Division Gaylord District supervisor. “At the meeting, we’ll share the study findings and gather public and community feedback. This is an integral step in selecting a plan to move forward.” Read more

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Find your path with new handheld GPS devices from Garmin

OLATHE, Kan./March 15, 2023 – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced the GPSMAP® 67 Series and the eTrex® SE – the latest additions to its impressive lineup of outdoor navigation devices. Take on new adventures with these rugged GPS handhelds packed with tools to help find the way and enhanced battery life to support longer expeditions. Across the board, the new lineup features multi-GNSS for better coverage in challenging environments. The GPSMAP 67/67i takes it a step further with multi-band support that utilizes multiple frequencies further improving positioning accuracy. Additionally, the GPSMAP 67i with inReach® technology lets users stay in contact with friends and family even without cell service – and if needed, trigger an interactive SOS to the 24/7-staffed Garmin ResponseSM Center1.

“Whether you’re on an afternoon hike or climbing a mountain on an extended expedition, the eTrex SE and GPSMAP 67 offer adventure seekers the perfect navigation companion and peace of mind of having Garmin’s proven GPS technology. For those who prefer global communication and SOS capabilities, the GPSMAP 67i with inReach technology provides communication through the 100% global Iridium satellite network. We’re also excited about the improvements in battery life as well as the superior GPS technology that gives you all the information you need, including Active Weather, smart notifications, and more2 when exploring off-the-grid locations.” – Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales

Explore confidently with premium GPSMAP 67 and 67i

The all-new GPSMAP 67 Series includes a pair of button-operated handhelds built tough for any adventure with a 3” sunlight-readable color display. Both are powered by internal lithium-ion batteries for extended life, boasting up to 180 hours in standard mode and up to 840 hours in expedition mode. Read more

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KIDS EBIKES now available at Rambo

Rambo Bikes, an Iowa based leading electric bike company has two new kid’s electric bikes for 2023. The Lil’ Whip and Trailbreaker. Both have a powerful 250w motor and designed on two different frames to fit a broad range of younger riders.

Zach Dosch – Marketing Manager of Rambo Bikes:

“I’m very excited to introduce our Kids ebikes. With limited options for the younger riders in the ebike space, we’re thrilled to introduce these two models. We are seeing the younger generations getting more involved in hunting and outdoors than ever before with their older siblings, friends, and parents gives them the ability to explore more terrain – and just more fun. We have the Lil’ Whip which is a 16 inch bike with 250w motor and twist throttle that accommodates the youngest of riders and our Trailbreaker is a 20” bike with more traditional components such as pedals, throttle, 250w motor and front and rear hand brakes. Both bikes are designed for not only extreme fun but reliability and safe use for our kids.”

The Lil’ Whip has 16” wheels and designed with a platform for their feet, powerful 250w motor, twist throttle, easy on/off power button, removeable battery, 7ah battery, and single left hand brake for the rear tire for the most possible safe use. With a top speed of 14mph, range of up to 10 miles and multiple color options, the Lil’ Whip is the first of its kind that you won’t find anywhere else. Read more

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Only One Week Left to Enter Great Outdoor America Giveaway

March 8, 2023 (Vancouver, Wash.) – Outdoor America is the leading multi-platform media brand designed to inspire Americans to spend more time in our nation’s great outdoors. And what better way to inspire outdoor enthusiasts than an assortment of prizes to facilitate your next adventure.

The Great Outdoor America Prize Giveaway will fuel your need for ultimate outdoor living. The sweepstakes winner will win everything they need to kick off the spring season of outdoor adventure valued at more than $1,000. This ultimate haul includes gear from FIREDISC, Lunkerhunt, Over Under Clothing, Williams Knife Co. and YETI. The giveaway kicks off on February 15, 2023 and runs until March 15, 2023. The winner will be announced on March 16, 2023.

“We are thrilled to partner with these great brands to offer one lucky winner a prize package that’s perfect for anyone that loves getting outside,” said John West, President of Outdoor America.

Enter today! The contest ends on March 15, 2023. Contestants can find complete rules and enter at https://www.outdooramericagiveaways.com/.

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Michigan: Wisconsin Man Dies in Snowmobile-Groomer Crash

A 42-year-old Wisconsin man was killed Thursday morning when the snowmobile he was operating crashed into an approaching trail groomer.

Todd Lisowe, of New Holstein, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which was located south of Crystal Falls. Attempts to resuscitate Lisowe were made.

The crash – the 15th snowmobile fatality in Michigan this winter – occurred at about 11:45 a.m. CST along Snowmobile Trail UP 113.

Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers said Lisowe was the first rider traveling south with three other Wisconsin snowmobilers between U.S. Highway 2 and Stager Lake Road.

The riders were headed from Big Bay in Marquette County to Pembine, Wisconsin.

Lisowe collided with a trail groomer that was headed north, actively grooming the trail. The groomer was being operated by the Chippewa Sno-Kats Snowmobile Club of Crystal Falls. Read more

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Ravus Bino Pack in Realtree EDGE, EXCAPE Camo Patterns

The Ravus Bino Pack by Alaska Guide Creations allows you to customize your kit to fit your specific needs, and to make modifications as your situation changes.

The Ravus, available in Realtree EDGE and EXCAPE camo patterns, features a forward-opening lid with a quiet, magnetic closure. The top of the lid is constructed with two elastic sleeves that are a staple of Alaska Guide Creations Bino Packs.

The main compartment measures 6.75 inches tall x 6.25 inches wide x 3.5 inches deep and will fit MOST roof prism binoculars up to 12×50 including most popular rangefinding binoculars. The rear compartment (flat zipper pocket) measures 5.75 inches wide x 5 inches tall. The flat mesh side pockets are perfect for holding wind checkers, mouth reeds, or any other small items that require quick access.

Each Ravus pack comes equipped with one Ravus Pocket that can be attached to the bottom forward-facing zipper or front top-facing zipper and features dual zippers that make it ideal for right- and left-handed users. The bottom of the Ravus Pocket also features a laser-cut panel that allows for additional attachment of accessories when mounted in either location. An additional Ravus Pocket can be attached to run dual pockets (front and bottom). The Ravus Pocket is perfect for storing small, handheld rangefinders, a light pair of gloves, headlamp, Outdoor Edge knife and blades, or any other small necessities. Read more

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Introducing All-New 2023 QuietKat Models

EAGLE, Colo. — QuietKat Electric Bikes, the leader in off-road eBikes and a Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO) brand, is proud to announce all-new 2023 models that are built to be the most capable all-terrain electric bikes on the planet. If you love the outdoors as much as we do, you will appreciate our highly capable ebikes for their all-season power, ability to tackle rugged terrain, while hauling your gear silently and scent free and your trophy out efficiently. QuietKat is the original all-terrain, electric hunting bike with over ten years of experience focused on superior craftsmanship and quality to take you places other vehicles cannot access, because we feel where the road ends, the hunt begins. And with the most recent price reduction across the entire line, the new 2023 models are even easier to obtain.

The new collection is made up of four key models, starting at the pinnacle with the APEX PRO. We took our top-of-the-line APEX and gave it all the upgrades to elevate it to the pro level. Upgraded the front suspension fork to provide superior control, comfort, and performance. We then added a 16ah integrated battery for more power and an estimated range up to 48 miles with pedaling assistance and 24 miles throttle unassisted, plus the same burly 4 piston hydraulic brakes for superior control and stopping power. The mid-drive 1000-Watt motor and 9-speed SRAM gearing provides the ultimate power and utility at your fingertips to handle the most rugged and demanding trails. This is our top-of-the-line hunting bike for a reason; it’s superior strength, performance, and capabilities. Read more

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