Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
License applications for the 2021 spring turkey season are available through Feb. 1. Apply for the turkey hunt you want this spring – see the 2021 Spring Turkey Hunting Digest for hunt unit information and dates.
Applications are $5 and can be purchased anywhere DNR licenses are sold. Read more
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for the Wolf Management Advisory Council, an advisory body that is being re-established in light of federal delisting (which went into effect Jan. 4) of gray wolves as a threatened or endangered species.
| The purpose of the council is to make recommendations on wolf management in Michigan. It will be comprised, at minimum, of representatives from conservation, hunting and/or fishing, agricultural and animal advocacy organizations, as well as tribal government, as specified in state statute.
Applications for the council will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4. Request an application by emailing DNR-Wildlife@Michigan.gov or calling the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453. On Nov. 3, 2020, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service decided to remove gray wolves from the federal list of threatened and endangered species in the lower 48 states. The action took effect Jan. 4, 2021. With the federal delisting of wolves, two state laws – Public Act 290 of 2008 and Public Act 318 of 2008 – became effective. These laws allow residents to use lethal control on wolves that are in the act of killing or wounding livestock or a dog. Wolves in Michigan are still a protected game species, and the taking of a wolf that is not in the act of killing or wounding livestock or a dog is illegal. The mere presence of a wolf near livestock or a dog does not authorize the use of lethal control. From an estimated survey of 140 wolves in 1998, to more than 600 every year since 2011, gray wolf populations in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have recovered, based on goals set by state and federal governments. Wolf management in Michigan is guided by Michigan’s Wolf Management Plan, which currently is being updated. There will be opportunity for public input as work to refresh the plan continues. Read more |
Irving, TX – Mobile hunting interest continues to grow, and HAWK is leading the industry with new products specifically designed for likeminded hunters. New for 2021, the HAWK Helium Steps are lightweight, compact, built tough and easy to use. The four pack steps allow you to hunt extremely mobile and setup quickly and quietly in nearly any tree with any tree saddle on the market. Simply wrap the 1-inch strap around the tree and space the four aluminum steps for all-day comfort as well as shoot 360 degrees around any tree with ease. Read more
Regional Director
Reports to: Director of Field Operations
Department: Fundraising & Marketing
Classification: Exempt
Date: November 2020
Field Operations is a primary fundraising division of RMEF. Regional Directors organize local volunteer chapters to hold fundraising events, principally banquets, and perform major gift development activities to support the continued operation of RMEF and finance elk and wildlife conservation projects.
In addition to event-related fundraising, Regional Directors solicit donations of major gifts directly from donors or through RMEF members, volunteers and other contacts. Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. – SCI is excited to announce the addition of an airgun category to the SCI Record Book, the largest compilation of big game animals in the world. Additionally, hunters submitting records in the airgun category will be eligible for SCI World Hunting Awards.
Previously, hunters could only submit airgun entries under the rifle category. SCI recognizes the popularity of these weapons among sportsmen and women as well as their capability to ethically harvest large game. With the legalization of airguns for hunting in many U.S. states, their predominant use in Europe, and the interest expressed by SCI members and non-members alike, the SCI Record Book Committee unanimously voted to approve the creation of a separate category for these weapons. Read more
Irving, TX– Stealth Cam® is excited to be expanding their wireless trail camera line in 2021 with the all new Reactor! This new camera is easy to setup, requires less batteries, captures premium quality images and videos with class-leading performance and program customization anywhere/anytime.
The Reactor wireless trail camera features the latest in wireless data transmission technology to provide fast image and video transfer from remote camera locations to anywhere you have a network connection. With this technology, users can employ the free Stealth Cam App to download photos and videos on demand, set transmission schedules, delete data from the memory card, and control all camera functions and image management features without having to be on-site.
Boasting 26-megapixel photo and 1080P video recording, the Reactor delivers superior imaging day or night! It is compatible for AT&T users in the US, Canada, and Mexico and available as a 4G Verizon network compatibility model, also in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Both camera models are 100% verified through the wireless service providers! Read more
BISMARCK, NORTH DAKOTA — Mallards hatched last spring in the Prairie Pothole Region of Canada and the northern United States continue to drop in on hunters during these final days of the 2020-21 season as far south as Louisiana, Texas and California. Meanwhile, a thousand miles north, Delta Waterfowl Hen House Specialist Travis Quirk is already working to boost next season’s migration of North America’s favorite duck.
Quirk, of the Colonsay region of southern Saskatchewan, Canada, is an agri-business execuctive and waterfowling outfitter. He is also a former Delta Waterfowl research student. Importantly, as a seasonal contractor for The Duck Hunters Organization, Quirk is responsible for the upkeep of 300 Delta Hen House nest structures. He installed the structures for Delta, and maintains them each winter to ensure they’re ready to greet mallard hens when they return to the prairie wetlands to nest in April and May.
The Delta team of Hen House specialists in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and North Dakota maintains nearly 10,000 mallard nest structures across the PPR, where up to 70 percent of the ducks migrating down all four North American flyways are hatched. Read more
Rambo Bikes, a Minnesota based hunting electric bike company has three new exciting bikes launching for 2021. The Venom, Megatron, and Prowler have new technology giving them an edge over the competition while you’re out in the field.
Nathan Stieren, CEO of AOG:
“The Rambo team and I are super excited to show the world the 2021 lineup. The team worked hard on raising the bar in the Rambo lineup and providing bulletproof bikes that take the tough conditions our customer’s ride. I’ve personally been testing the Megatron all fall and putting it hard through the brutal testing process – simply put, it’s an amazing machine. It makes me smile knowing the capabilities that our loyal customers will soon be able to add to their arsenal.”
The Venom is the best of the best! Delivering it all in one solid bike featuring a new Rohloff internal 14 gear speed rear hub, 48v 17AH battery and a 1000w Ultra Drive motor – no terrain is going to stop you! Paired with Maxxis Minion 26×4.8” tires and 4 Piston Hydraulic brakes, you have the recipe of a perfect hunting bike. From the mountains to the flat prairie, The Venom is you’re all-in-one ebike! Read more
EDGEFIELD, S.C. — The National Wild Turkey Federation is excited to announce that registration for its virtual Convention and Sport Show, sponsored by Mossy Oak, is officially open.
As with many recent conventions across the country, the 2021 NWTF convention will look much different than previous years. But, the NWTF’s dedicated staff, volunteers and partners are working tirelessly to make this one-time virtual event truly one for the books.
The NWTF will host the 45th annual Convention from Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri, highlighting many of the acclaimed wildlife exhibits bringing conservation and the outdoors lifestyle directly to at-home viewers. Read more
Register now for the 35th Annual sporting clay event
LAS VEGAS – – Ducks Unlimited’s Ducks in the Desert Continental Shoot sporting clay competition will take place March 4-7, at the world-class Clark County Shooting Complex in North Las Vegas.
The competition, now in its 35th year, hosts skilled clay shooters from around North America supporting wetlands conservation and shooting for more than $75,000 in prizes. Read more