Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area will hold a candlelight cross-country ski event Saturday, Jan. 31 from 6-8 p.m. (depending upon weather). The candlelit trail will begin at the Red Activity Barn. A warming fire and refreshments also will be available.

Snowshoers are welcome but are reminded to walk on the side of the trail, away from the ski tracks. The trails are groomed and open throughout the day for general cross-country skiing. Skis and snowshoes may be available to rent for this event. Advance registration is required to rent equipment. Please call the park at 810-797-4439 for details. Read more

The Department of Natural Resources today announced that the 42-mile Fred Meijer Clinton Ionia Shiawassee State Trail officially is complete and open to the public.

The highly anticipated pedestrian and bike trail runs from the city of Owosso (Shiawassee County) to the city of Ionia (Ionia County), where it connects to other trails to form a 125-mile regional trail system.

This trail project spans three counties and will provide opportunities for communities to connect their local trails and businesses to the State Trail Network. The construction included repair and replacement of several trestle bridges, asphalt paving within the towns and compacted limestone surfacing between the towns. The DNR will finish the last few features such as edge restoration in spring, when the weather is more conducive to construction. Read more

The new TORQ VLE Off-Road Electric Vehicle will make its first major public appearance at the 2015 ATA Show to be held in Indianapolis, Ind., Jan. 8-10. The TORQ VLE will be on display in the hallway in front of the exhibition room entrance. TORQ invites you to stop by and check out this unique, hunter-friendly electric vehicle.

Handcrafted in the U.S.A., the TORQ VLE (Very Light Electric) provides a silent, driver-only experience that’s quicker, quieter, lighter and tighter than any other electric vehicle on the market. The TORQ’s light weight makes it easier to transport and maneuver than other electric vehicles of similar size. In fact, it can out-handle, out-accelerate and out-brake all other off-road electric vehicles. The silent and swift TORQ is ideal for transit to and from your treestand, for scouting purposes and for general recreation. Read more

FAIRFAX, Va. – The National Rifle Association is pleased to announce the donation of $50,000 (from the NRA Foundation) to the Harrisburg, PA Police Department for the purchase of a fully equipped Police Cruiser. A special check presentation will take place Thursday at 11:00am at the Hoffman Ford dealership on Jonestown Road in Harrisburg.

“The people of Central Pennsylvania were very supportive this February when the NRA launched the Great American Outdoor Show,” said NRA General Operations Executive Director Kyle Weaver. “This is our way of thanking the community for welcoming us to the neighborhood.” Read more