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Michigan: Nearly 100 Parcels of State-Managed Land in Online Auctions in August and September

Surplus land sales are a regular part of the DNR’s public land strategy

Lake frontage, trail access, small lots to extend a neighborhood lot – these types of acreage and more are available in the next round of surplus land auctions from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. After careful consideration of properties it manages on behalf of Michigan residents, the DNR has selected 97 that are much better suited for private ownership and is preparing those for sale via online auctions in August and early September.

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Land is available mainly in central/northern Lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula in the following counties: Alcona, Allegan, Benzie, Berrien, Chippewa, Clare, Genesee, Huron, Kalkaska, Kent, Lake, Mackinac, Mason, Mecosta, Menominee, Midland, Newaygo, Roscommon and Saginaw. Several of the largest parcels are in Clare, Lake and Menominee counties.

Fourteen online auctions, featuring available land parcels by county, are scheduled:

    • Aug. 2 – Benzie
    • Aug. 3 – Chippewa and Mackinac
    • Aug. 4 – Menominee
    • Aug. 6 – Kalkaska and Roscommon
    • Aug. 12 – Alcona
    • Aug. 16 – Mason
    • Aug. 17 – Clare, Lake and Newaygo
    • Aug. 24 – Berrien
    • Aug. 25 – Mecosta
    • Aug. 26 – Allegan and Kent
    • Aug. 27 – Midland
    • Aug. 31 – Huron
    • Sept. 2 – Saginaw
    • Sept. 3 – Genesee

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Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife

Michigan: most hunters will not need antlerless deer license this year

Will you need to apply for an antlerless deer license this year? Probably not

Preparing for antlerless deer hunting will be a little different this year, as most deer hunters will not need to apply for antlerless licenses. Hunters in specific areas may need to apply for an access permit.

For most deer hunters, a universal antlerless license is all that will be needed to hunt antlerless deer. This license is valid on public and private lands in all deer seasons. It can be used across deer management units open to antlerless deer hunting.

Select hunters will need to apply for an access permit to hunt deer in certain areas of the Upper Peninsula and in reserved deer hunts at the Sharonville State Game Area, Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, Shiawassee River National Wildlife Refuge and Shiawassee River State Game Area.

In the Upper Peninsula, new deer management units 351 and 352 will require an access permit and a universal antlerless license to hunt antlerless deer. Both are required for each deer harvested.

DMU 351 is made up of DMUs 021, 349, 249, 149, 017 and 117. DMU 352 is made up of DMUs 027, 036, 152 and 252. (See page 60 in the 2021 Hunting Digest for a map of the DMUs). One thousand access permits will be available in each of these two DMUs.

Also in the U.P., DMUs 022, 122, 055, 155, 255 and 121 are open to antlerless hunting without an access permit, while DMUs 127, 066, 031, 131, 042, 007 and 048 are closed to antlerless deer hunting.

Applications for limited-hunt access permits may be purchased for $5 from license agents or online at Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses during the July 15 – Aug. 15 application period.

Learn more about universal antlerless licenses and the access permit drawing in the 2021 Hunting Digest or at Michigan.gov/Deer.

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Preview the Summer Issue of NDA’s Quality Whitetails Magazine

The Summer 2021 issue of Quality Whitetails magazine is on the way to National Deer Association (NDA) members, featuring a cover photo by wildlife photographer Steve Gulledge. If you’re not a current member, you can join by July 20, 2021 and still receive this issue in a second mailing, plus a full year’s worth of great deer hunting and habitat management content. Here’s a preview of what NDA members are reading right now.

Free Decal: This issue included a free National Deer Association decal for members. If you become a supporting member by July 20, you’ll also get the free decal and a copy of this issue.

Bowhunting the ’Burbs. Bruce Ingram of Virginia has hunted his state’s urban bowhunting season for 15 years and has had extreme success gathering venison in small suburban woodlands. This is a great opportunity for new and veteran bowhunters, and Bruce has tips on gaining permission, patterning deer, and even using the suburbs as a place to mentor new hunters. Read more

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Covert Scouting Cameras Introduces WC-30 Wireless Cameras

Feature-Rich 30-Megapixel Scouting Cameras at an Exceptional Price

Russellville, KY – Covert Scouting Cameras, #1 in Trail Camera Technology is proud to introduce the new WC30 series wireless scouting cameras. Delivering more for the money the new-for-2021 WC30 continues Covert’s position as an industry leader with more features, better connection and higher resolution in a simple-to-use format.

Fast trigger speeds. High resolution. Long flash range. Compact size and exceptional battery life are just a few of the notable attributes combined into the new Covert Scouting Cameras WC30. The compact WC30 includes a SIM card and functions on either the AT&T or Verizon wireless backbone with exceptional reliability. With the ability to capture and transmit both photos and video, those seeking intel of all types will appreciate the cameras’ ability to store images and videos locally while transmitting hi-res images and 720p videos to the Covert Web Portal and mobile app. Each of the two models available, the WC30-A (AT&T LTE) and WC30-V (Verizon LTE) measure a compact 5.7”H x 4.5”W x 3.2” D and feature a pipe through security port, matte brown housing and reinforced tripod mount that’s perfect for use with any of Covert’s extensive line of camera mounts.

An action-catching .2-second trigger speed ensures excellent media capture of photos and videos with game ideally-placed within the center of frame. 48 Infrared No-Glow LEDs deliver a 100-foot flash range for even illumination and exceptional media quality under a wide variety of conditions, while 1 to 10 turbo shot burst mode and MaXimum Silence Image Capture prevents spooking game. Compatible with up to a 32GB SD card, each event is stamped with Time/Date/Temp/Moon Phase, stored on the media card and sent to the Web Portal and Wireless App. Enhancing set up is an integrated 2.4” color viewing screen that allows for easy set up in the field or quick visual inspection of captured media. Read more

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2021 Bushnell CelluCORE 20 and CORE S-4K Trail Cams Now Shipping

OVERLAND PARK, KS – Bushnell®, an industry leader in performance optics, is excited to announce that new Bushnell trail cameras are now shipping. Available models include the CelluCORE A20 and V20 along with the CORE S-4K No Glow.

The Bushnell CelluCORE is the first cellular trail camera to offer hunters the best of all worlds: proven cellular performance with all the features they want at easy-on-the-wallet prices. CelluCORE is faster than comparable trail cameras – connecting, receiving, and storing high-quality images through a user-friendly app so hunters can expect clear day and night photos sent right to their devices. Other key features include best-in-class battery life, simple set-up and Bushnell’s rugged reliability.

The CelluCORE A20 (for AT&T networks) and CelluCORE V20 (for Verizon networks) offer 20MP image quality with 1080p video, best in class night range of 80-feet and a less than 1-second trigger speed. Data plans start at $10 per month with no contracts.

Bushnell’s new CORE S-4K offers three best-in-class features: 4K 20 FPS video, 110-foot flash range and 0.2 second trigger speed. The camera has been optimized with maximum battery life for more time in the field while its compact design helps to maximize concealment.

MSRP is $149.99 for the CORE S-4K No Glow, and $129 for the CelluCORE A20 and V20. To learn more about these or other Bushnell trail cameras, visit Bushnell.com.

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Michigan: New DNR Land Strategy Sets Priorities, Guidelines for 4.6 Million Acres of Public Lands

The title – “The Power of Public Lands: Your resources. Our commitment. Michigan’s legacy.” – says it all.

A new strategy for the 4.6 million acres of state forests, parks, trails, game and wildlife areas, and other public lands the Michigan Department of Natural Resources takes care of has been submitted to the Legislature and is now available at Michigan.gov/PublicLands.

The strategy was developed over the past 18 months through a collaborative process that included multiple opportunities for the public and stakeholders statewide to get involved and help shape the final document. The new land strategy will be implemented between 2021 and 2027, following consideration and approval by the Legislature, and sets priorities and guides actions for the best use of this large DNR-managed public land base to benefit Michigan residents and visitors and the state’s natural resources.

Goals outlined in the public land strategy include: Read more

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Your Tag, Your Hunt, Your Story: Leupold Announces “Project Hunt” Contest

BEAVERTON, OR — Leupold & Stevens, Inc., provider of the world’s most rugged, lightweight, and clear sport optics, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Project Hunt contest, which will offer one lucky hunter the chance to have their Fall 2021 hunt filmed and shared across Leupold’s digital media platforms.

It’s your tag, your hunt, and your story–Project Hunt is offering every hunter out there the chance to star in a Leupold digital series. You plan the hunt. You call the shots. Leupold sends the videographer. A limited series or short film about the hunt will be produced by Leupold and released on YouTube in 2022. The hunter selected will also receive a complete Leupold optics kit.

“No one is more relentless than the members of the Leupold Core,” said Bruce Pettet, President and Chief Executive Officer for Leupold & Stevens, Inc., “Project Hunt is going to prove that. Tell us what you’re hunting, where you’re hunting, and why your story is unique. If you’re selected we’ll help you tell it, whether you’ve drawn the tag of lifetime or plan to hunt over-the-counter.”

The deadline to enter is August 1, 2021. Entries must be submitted at Leupold.com/ProjectHunt. A 2-minute video explaining why your submission should be selected is required to enter. Read more

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Don Trump Jr., Field Ethos Journal, Football Greats Raise $100k for Veterans

BOZEMAN, MT – Field Ethos Inc., the multi-media platform dedicated to providing adventure seekers with unparalleled hunting, fishing, travel, and adventure content, is pleased to announce raising more than $100,000 for veterans. Don Trump Jr., along with the Field Ethos crew, recently raised the money for veterans suffering from PTSD by donating a hunt with Don and former Carolina Panthers stars, and team co-captains, Colin Jones, and Luke Kuechly.

The hunt was auctioned off in April at WLS Foundation’s banquet held annually in South Carolina. An unnamed donor won the hunt for $100,000 before later donating the trip to an active-duty service member in attendance at the banquet. This Navy serviceman will accompany the group to Texas to hunt free range trophy whitetail deer during the 2021/2022 season. The Field Ethos guys upped the overall Texas ranch experience by enlisting the services of master wild game chef, Bri Van Scotter, of Wilderness to Table. Bri is a former chef at Napa’s famed French Laundry restaurant so there’s little doubt that the crew will be well fed.

“Our veterans represent the very best of our country,” said Jason Vincent – Field Ethos Inc. Founder. “They have sacrificed so much for us; it should be every American’s responsibility to ensure our servicemen and servicewomen have the resources needed to treat the unseen scars they bring back home.”

“The Field Ethos brand will always do what we can to serve those who give so much for our personal freedoms,” said Don Trump Jr.—Field Ethos Inc. Founder. “This is just a starting point for Field Ethos’ plans to give back to the veteran community.”

One additional spot on this hunt will be given away to a Field Ethos email subscriber later this year. To throw your name in the hat for this trip, enter your email on the Field Ethos website Signup tab. Read more

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NDA Launches “How to Hunt Deer” Podcast With Sportsmen’s Nation Podcast Network

The National Deer Association (NDA) in partnership with the Sportsmen’s Nation Podcast Network have launched Episode 1 of the “How to Hunt Deer” series, a 16-part podcast released weekly through October that provides new hunters with the confidence they need to have a successful deer hunt now. Based on NDA’s award-winning e-book for new deer hunters, “How to Hunt Deer” is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Pandora, Spotify, Stitcher and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Dan Johnson, CEO of Sportsmen’s Nation, is joined by Hank Forester, NDA’s Director of Hunting, and Matt Ross, NDA’s Director of Conservation, to share comprehensive advice on where and when to hunt deer, selecting a firearm or bow, scouting deer sign, predicting deer behavior, understanding deer biology, choosing stand sites, processing your own venison, preparing meals, and much more. The 16 episodes of “How to Hunt Deer” follow the guidance outlined in NDA’s e-book, written by NDA’s staff of deer hunters who combined the science of deer biology with their own deer-hunting experiences to provide new hunters with answers to every question.

“My goal with this project was to help continue NDA’s excellent outreach to new deer hunters in an audio format to help them reach an even wider audience,” said Dan Johnson. “All of us in the hunting industry need to do everything we can to help interested adults learn to become deer hunters.”

NDA has made it a top strategic priority to assist new hunters through in-person training programs like Field to Fork, online training like NDA’s Deer Hunting 101 course, video instruction, and written media like the Guide to Successful Deer Hunting e-book, but the “How to Hunt Deer” series is the first venture into podcasting. Read more

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Michigan Deer Private Land Assistance Network grant application period open

Deer Private Land Assistance Network grant application period open; apply by July 18

The application period for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Deer Private Land Assistance Network grant program is now open.

This cooperative grant program, known as Deer PLAN, is designed to fund deer habitat improvement projects on private land in the northern Lower Peninsula. The awarded funds will be used for tangible, on-the-ground efforts that improve deer habitat and provide quality deer hunting locations.

Landowners with property in Alcona, Alpena, Crawford, Montmorency, Oscoda and Presque Isle counties are eligible to apply for the Deer PLAN program. Applications for habitat improvement in other counties will not be considered.

Project applications must be received by July 18, and successful applicants will be notified by Aug. 31. Read more

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