Chevrolet to lead the country’s longest veterans’ parade with wrapped vehicles transporting Gold and Blue Star Families, Veterans, and American patriots!

COLUMBIA FALLS, ME – Dec 6, 2022 – What has become known as the country’s longest veterans’ parade – Wreaths Across America’s annual “Escort to Arlington” – kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. The official route, which can be viewed here, will travel down the East Coast stopping at schools, memorials, and other locations along the way to spread the year-long mission to REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families, and TEACH the next generation the value of freedom.

Stops with public events will be held in Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington D.C., before arriving at Arlington National Cemetery on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 17 – National Wreaths Across America Day. Read more

Roswell, Georgia (December 5, 2022) – Crafted for the adventurer, LiteFighter announces the FIDO2 tents are available. The FIDO2 AI (All-In) is a two person, rugged and durable 3/4 season tent. This battle-tested and proven shelter system is the perfect set-up for anyone who enjoys everything the outdoors has to offer. The FIDO AI includes everything needed to endure the elements in any season.

This shelter system comes complete with:

• • Cold weather kit (windbreaker + 4 snow/sand parachute stakes)
  • Inner tent
  • MultiCam® rainfly cover
  • Waterproof groundsheet
  • All-in-one aluminum pressfit pole set
  • Waterproof tuff sack
  • 6 ground stakes
  • Accessory kit

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Thinking about suiting up and sledding Michigan’s 6,000-plus miles of state-designated trails? If you haven’t already, it’s time to pull your sled out of storage, prep it for winter and purchase your 2022-23 snowmobile trail permit.

Be ready! State-designated trails are open Dec. 1 through March 31 and grooming occurs when there is enough snow on the ground.

Buy your permit ?

Epic rides start with safety! Get safety-certified and “Ride Right.” Please ride sober, on the right side of the trail and at safe speed, so you get home to your family and friends.

Ducks Unlimited and partners help return ancestral land for conservation protection

SUFFOLK, Va. – Oct. 24, 2022 – In a precedent-setting land transfer, Ducks Unlimited has acquired from a private owner more than 500 acres of ancestral land of the Nansemond Indian Nation and then returned it to the Tribe for protection and stewardship. This historic gift of the forested wetlands of Cross Swamp will enable the Tribe to develop a conservation program, educate tribal youth about their historic ties to the land, and strengthen coastal resilience for future generations. This project received support from Dominion Energy, the Enviva Forest Conservation Fund, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act grant program, the Virginia Outdoors Foundation, and The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation.

After decades of work to achieve federal recognition, which occurred in 2018, and more than 350 years of efforts to reacquire access to their ancestral territory, the Nansemond Indian Nation celebrates this achievement for equity and conservation. Read more

WEST POINT, MS & MILWAUKEE, WI – Over the last few years, people have been spending more time outside and discovering new interests, contributing to the rising popularity of outdoor recreational activities like hunting, fishing and hiking. However, as these passions become more widespread, there is an increased need for trusted outdoor security measures. To help hunters, anglers and land managers alike safeguard their equipment this Fall, Mossy Oak teamed up with leading padlock security and safety brand, Master Lock, to introduce a line of new camouflage security solutions to meet the needs of modern outdoor enthusiasts.

Available to purchase exclusively online at Lowes.com and in Lowe’s retail stores across the country, the new collection features Master Lock’s 5400D Portable Lock Box and 8418 Python™ Adjustable Locking Cable solutions. Both products are now outfitted in two of Mossy Oak’s iconic camouflage designs for ultimate end-user versatility, including the Country DNA™ pattern for concealment and the Blaze™ pattern for visibility.

As two leading brands within their respective industries who share a dedication to innovation, the partnership allows Mossy Oak and Master Lock to not only support consumers’ interests, but also help solve the unique challenges outdoor enthusiasts face when pursuing their passions. Read more

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has established a hotline for reporting displaced vessels still on Florida state waters because of Hurricane Ian.

When Hurricane Ian swept across the state, thousands of vessels were displaced by wind and storm surge. Some were pushed ashore, some damaged in marinas and private docks, others relocated but still afloat and some partially or fully sunken.

“We take this matter seriously and understand the hardship that Hurricane Ian has placed upon our residents,” said Boating and Waterways Section Leader Maj. Rob Beaton. “FWC officers are diligently working to determine the current number and ownership of storm-related displaced vessels across the state. We are committed to helping boat owners find their vessels and facilitate the removal of vessels from state waters that are posing a threat to the environment or blocking waterways.” Read more