Antlerless deer application results now available;
The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to check their antlerless deer drawing results and availability of remaining licenses at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. Read more
Category: Hunting
Zanders’ Sporting Goods Adds Australian Outback Ammunition
Zanders’ Sporting Goods, centrally located in Sparta, IL, has announced the addition of Australian Outback Ammunition to their ever-growing inventory of firearms, ammunition, optics, and accessories for the nation’s Dealer network. Australian Outback is a revolutionary new line of ammunition that features Ballistic Temperature Independence™ (BTI™). A bullet’s point of impact, whether shot at -20º or 120º F., will remain tight and true. Read more
Michigan antlerless deer application results now available
The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to check their antlerless deer drawing results and availability of remaining licenses at www.michigan.gov/huntdrawings. Read more
Changes abound in Michigan deer hunting regulations
It may be early September, but the first rounds of deer season – the Liberty Hunt and the early antlerless deer season, Sept. 21-22 – are only two weeks away. There have been some significant changes made to deer hunting regulations for the 2013 season, so hunters expecting to go about business as usual this fall should take a few minutes to familiarize themselves with the rules. Read more
Michigan Sportsmen Invited to Gear Up at Outdoors Swap Meet
GW: If I were in this area, I’d be participating.
Outdoor enthusiasts of all levels are invited to attend an Outdoorsman Swap Meet on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Tippy Dam Recreation Area in Brethren (Manistee County). This is the perfect opportunity to exchange hunting and fishing gear – as well as a few stories – with fellow sportsmen.
Tippy Dam Recreation Area is a popular place for anglers and sportsman in the fall, and the Outdoorsman Swap Meet is an opportunity for people to trade items for an entirely new outdoor experience. In the spirit of the outdoors, the swap meet will occur rain or shine.
Anyone interested in selling gear at the swap meet can visit www.michigan.gov/tippydam and click Tippy Dam Recreation Area Events, locate the Sept. 14 Outdoorsman Swap Meet listing, and download, fill out and submit the online vendor signup sheet. The signup sheet may also be filled out at Tippy Dam Recreation Area. For more information about this event please call 231-848-4880. Please email signup forms to dennerte@michigan.gov, fax them to 231-869-4725, or return them to the park.
Tippy Dam Recreation Area is located at 1500 Dilling Road, in Brethren. Park amenities include a boat launch, cross-country ski trails, hiking trails, fishing, camping and more. Although there is no charge for entry to the Outdoorsman Swap Meet, a Recreation Passport is required for entry to Tippy Dam Recreation Area.
Wyoming Wolf Management Gets Boost from RMEF Grant
MISSOULA, Mont.-A $50,000 grant from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation will assist the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) with its wolf management plan. Read more
Idaho Wolf Management Receives Boost from RMEF Grant
MISSOULA, MT.–Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) accepted a $50,000 grant from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to assist with its wolf management plan. Read more
South Dakota’s Pheasant Survey Reveals 64 Percent Decrease
Pierre, SD- South Dakota released the results from its highly-anticipated annual pheasant brood survey today, which revealed a 64 percent decrease in statewide pheasant abundance. Pheasants Forever says upland habitat loss is the primary culprit in the downturn of South Dakota’s legendary pheasant population, a trend which will continue unless federal policy makers swiftly enact strengthened conservation policies. Read more
Bass Pro Shops new interactive digital catalog
complete with tips and product demos
Bass Pro Shops’ free apps mean shoppers can access catalogs and
play hunting and fishing games on their iPad and iPhone
Outdoor enthusiasts around the world have looked forward to getting their favorite Bass Pro Shops catalog in the mail since 1974. Now they can experience convenient navigation and a wealth of features by using Bass Pro Shops’ new interactive digital catalog for the iPad. The interactive catalog app is available for free at the App Store. Read more
Crimson Trace: Made in the USA
Wilsonville, OR – With today’s renewed interest in American made products that create American jobs, there’s good news as our nation takes a break this Labor Day holiday-Crimson Trace continues its near 20 year tradition of “Made in the USA.” All of the company’s products are proudly engineered and made in Wilsonville, Oregon. That was one of the early guiding principles established by company founder Lew Danielson. Read more