Anschütz Introduces the MSR RX22 Tactical Trainer and Small-Game Hunter
TRUSSVILLE, AL – World-renowned for its gold-medal winning competitive rifles, Anschütz has introduced the MSR RX22 small-bore tactical training rifle. Read more
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West Virginia Hitchhiker Confesses to Shooting Self
A West Virginia man promoting his book “Kindness in America” was shot hitchhiking in Montana. Turns out he may have shot himself. More here…
Walker Tavern’s ‘Wednesdays at Walker’ programs bring history to life
Walker Tavern will host its “Wednesdays at Walker” series starting July 11 with a program on Native American traditions. The programs run from 1 to 3 p.m. and are designed to bring Michigan history to life for adult-and-child teams learning together. Read more
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Howell’s Balloonfest Now
Balloonfest, which runs June 22-24 on the grounds of Howell High School gives hot-air balloon pilots a chance to skim across treetops. The event is home to other attractions, including the Windjammer Stunt Kite Team, the Paul McCowan Airshow, which will perform skydiving jumps, and an art festival. Details here…
70-Mile Bike Trail in N.E. Lower Michigan
A 70-mile trail that cuts through forests and along waterways is complete in northeast Michigan and the follk up north are excited about it. Here’s more…
Michigan’s historic sites and museums offer summer learning opportunities
The state of Michigan’s Historical Museum System with its 11 historic sites and museums around the state gives families dozens of learning opportunities this summer with special programs and tours. The Michigan Historical Museum, located in downtown Lansing, is open year-around and offers visitors a glimpse into Michigan’s past. Read more
DNR reports U.P.’s Duck Lake Fire is 100 percent contained
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today reported that – roughly three weeks after it started with a lightning strike in the eastern Upper Peninsula’s Luce County – the Duck Lake Fire is now 100 percent contained. Recent GPS data show the fire stands at 21,069 acres. Read more
New minimum size limit regulations for lake trout and splake on northern Lake Huron take effect June 14
The Department of Natural Resources today announced new lake trout and splake regulations in the northern portion of Lake Huron, specifically for Management Units MH-1 and MH-2 (see descriptions below). The changes will be implemented on June 14, 2012, and include: Read more
DNR offers fast sale opportunity for Duck Lake Fire area timber
The following updated news release is being sent to correct the address of the DNR’s Newberry field office, for those who wish to meet there for the June 21 tour. The correct address appears below. We apologize for any inconvenience.
June 13, 2012
Contact: Keith Magnusson, 906-293-3293 ext. 4740 or Debbie Begalle, 517-335-3354
Due to the recent Duck Lake wildfire north of Newberry in Luce County, the Department of Natural Resources plans to conduct large-scale salvage operations to harvest portions of the state-managed forest damaged by the fire. Because of the special circumstances (the potential for bug infestation in the trees that are left) that require a fast sale, potential bidders will have just one week in which to visit the sale sites and submit their bids. Read more