Category: Hunting

America’s Conservation Enhancement Act Passes Congress

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives built off the historic passage of the Great American Outdoors Act, and other conservation victories in the 116th Congress, by passing America’s Conservation Enhancement (ACE) Act (S. 3051), on a voice vote, making this Congress one of the most impactful for sportsmen and women in a lifetime.

The ACE Act, which was led by Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) Members Senators John Barrasso and Tom Carper and cosponsored by CSC Leaders Senators Martin Heinrich and John Boozman, passed the Senate unanimously for the second time this Congress exactly two weeks ago. The near-universal support for the ACE Act is in large part due to the efforts of the bipartisan CSC as well as strong support from the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF). The ACE Act includes approximately a dozen provisions including a number of long-standing priorities for CSF such as: Read more

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Michigan: Antlerless deer licenses just $5 for northeastern Lower Peninsula hunters

Hunters in deer management units 452 and 487 may now purchase antlerless deer licenses for only $5. Public- and private-land antlerless licenses are available in DMU 487 and public-land antlerless licenses are available in DMU 452. The discounted cost – reduced from the regular $20 antlerless deer license – is intended to provide an incentive for hunters to take more deer, which would help manage the size of the herd in northeast Michigan and may reduce the amount of bovine tuberculosis in the area. The discounted licenses are available to both resident and nonresident hunters. Read more

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Michigan Deer movement study underway in Clinton, Ingham and Ionia counties

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Boone and Crockett Quantitative Wildlife Center at Michigan State University are researching movements and survival of white-tailed deer in south-central Michigan. Deer in Clinton, Ingham and Ionia counties have been fitted with radio-tracking collars, ear tags or both. Be aware that radio-collared and ear-tagged deer may be encountered in these and adjacent counties.

If you see one of these deer, they are legal to hunt during regular deer hunting seasons.

If you harvest a collared or tagged deer, please register it at the nearest deer check station and provide the head for chronic wasting disease testing. Check station staff will collect the collars and tags and provide you with contact information for someone who can tell you more about the deer.

Hunting, Wildlife

Michigan out-of-doors open for fall fun

Some DNR facilities, including customer service centers, remain closed

As the weather cools and foliage warms to vibrant yellows and reds, there’s plenty to do in Michigan’s great outdoors. From hiking and biking the more than 13,000 miles of picturesque trails spanning both peninsulas to taking fall color tours or camping adventures at state parks, Michigan is open for fall fun.

At the beginning of the coronavirus emergency, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources closed or limited access to many sites and facilities to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health and safety of customers, volunteers and staff. Some of those places remain closed, some are open only by appointment, and other activities and locations are fully available to the public. The DNR will continue to evaluate sites and facilities on a case-by-case basis and change open/closed/limited status as needed. Read more

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The Rapid Mobile Shower by Scent Crusher®

Wichita, KS – Scent Crusher® is proud to announce the release of the first-ever, Rapid Mobile Shower. This on-the-go dry shower will have you scent-free by the time you reach the field. This chemical-free Scent Crusher® product is the fastest way to eliminate contaminants and bacteria effortlessly. Hit the field ready to hunt no matter whether you’re coming from home, the gym, or a long day of work. With the Rapid Mobile Shower, a hunter can ensure their skin and clothes are odor-free in minutes.

There is nothing on the market like it! Using ozone technology, you will rid the scent of the human body while driving to your stand without even changing clothes. Our NEW one-size-fits-most suit will have you ready to hit the field the moment you step out of your vehicle. Use the included digital maintenance-free ozone generator with attached hoses for recommended ozone penetration to become scent-free.

This product is a lightweight 2-pound suit. The Rapid Mobile Shower includes a maintenance-free digital ozone generator and is equipped with heavy-duty zippers, adjustable closures, and leak-free fabric. Plug the suit in using the included 110v AC or 12v DC cords and let the suit do the work! Read more

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Michigan: deer check and CWD/TB testing changes for 2020 hunting season

Deer check and CWD/TB testing changes for 2020 hunting season

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources advises deer hunters to be prepared for big changes to DNR deer check stations this fall.

Staffing and financial shortages, due to both funding associated with long-term declines in the hunter base and the COVID-19 pandemic, will result in reductions in check station and drop-box locations, dates and hours operated, and the number of deer heads that will be accepted for chronic wasting disease testing (CWD).

Additionally, to protect hunters and DNR staff, some procedures will be changed to make deer check stations safer for all. Hunters are required to wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines, staying 6 feet away from other people, at DNR deer check stations. At many check stations, hunters will be required to stay in their vehicles while their deer is checked. Read more

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The Infusion from ThermaSeat®

Peterborough, NH- Check out the Infusion seat from ThermaSeat®, the “triple threat” cushion that makes you more of a threat on the hunt! The Infusion seat is a must-have product featuring a three-layer design including everything you need to stay warm and dry in order to hunt longer.

“I highly recommend this product for anyone who spends time outdoors and often finds themselves looking for a comfortable place to sit. It excels at providing not just a comfortable place to sit, but also a very warm one. I have sat outside in below-freezing temperatures on this thing and I remained comfortable the entire time. Gone are the days of getting your pants soaked from sitting on a log!”-ThermaSeat® Customer

The Infusion includes a thermal barrier of a ?-inch layer of Softek™ closed-cell foam for maximum heat retention, a comfort barrier of 1?-inch premium, furniture-grade urethane Comfotek™ foam for comfort, and an earth barrier of a 1-inch layer of rigid, closed-cell foam that protects your backside from the cold, wet ground. This seat is covered with waterproof, polyurethane-coated “SilentTouch™” Realtree or Mossy Oak fabric. This adds another layer of freeze-proof protection that won’t get hard in sub-zero temperatures. Read more

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Transform Your Own Urine Into Powerful Deer Attractants

Finally, an answer we can all agree on. To pee or not to pee? Consider the matter solved with Whitetail Attractants from ScentRelief®. A revolutionary technology combining chemical research with human and animal biology, Whitetail Attractants from ScentRelief® transform your own human urine into a powerful attractants and natural cover scents.

Does the smell of human urine disturb deer or not? You can settle the debate about whether or not you can safely pee in the woods without alerting a whitetail to your presence. With Whitetail Attractants from ScentRelief®, now you can be certain your odor won’t disrupt your hunting plans. Converting your own urine into a powerful attractant is a safe and effective way to dispose of your waste and transform it into a valuable whitetail attractant. With a full lineup of options, including Estrous, Doe, Buck, and Tarsal scents, the Whitetail Attractants series from ScentRelief® will transform your waste into a renewable and economical replacement for expensive deer urine products. Simply capture your urine in the provided bottle, neutralize it with the included powder, and add the provided liquid attractant to immediately camouflage your own waste odor and convert it into a powerful deer temptation.

How it works: Urinate into the provided oversized bottle and allow the odor neutralizer powder to go to work. Neutralized urine can be safely discarded without worry of alerting any nearby wildlife. Hunters can also take their scent camouflage a step further by adding an enhancer liquid to convert the would-be waste into a potent deer attractant. Mix the enhancer liquid with the urine and you’ve instantly turned what could have been a distracting, undesired smell into an intoxicating odor deer will gravitate towards. Read more

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SCI Urges Sportsmen and Women to Grow the Ranks on National Hunting & Fishing Day

Safari Club International is encouraging all outdoor sportsmen and women to participate in National Hunting and Fishing Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2020. Congress launched National Hunting and Fishing Day in 1971 before Richard Nixon signed the first Presidential proclamation of the event in 1972 when he said, “I urge all citizens to join with outdoor sportsmen in the wise use of our natural resources and in ensuring their proper management for the benefit of future generations.” National Hunting and Fishing Day is now celebrated on the fourth Saturday of September each year.Historically, the day has been used to recognize all that hunters and anglers have contributed to wildlife and conservation. Through license fees, proceeds from the Pittman-Robertson Act, and donations to conservation organizations, sportsmen and women have raised over $57 billion for conservation since 1937. National Hunting and Fishing Day now bring together hunters, anglers and target shooters to celebrate these deeply rooted traditions through events held across the nation. Read more

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Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever Launch 2020 Hunter Mentor Challenge

St. Paul, Minn. – Sept. 18, 2020 – Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever has partnered with ALPS OutdoorZ to challenge upland hunters to preserve the nation’s outdoor lifestyle by taking a new or lapsed hunter afield in 2020-2021. The Hunter Mentor Challenge is aimed at restoring hunter numbers in the United States, a critical centerpiece for wildlife habitat conservation efforts nationwide.

The Save The Lifestyle Mentor Pledge encourages veteran outdoorsmen and women to take a less-experienced or new hunter into the field, teach them how to hunt ethically and successfully, emphasize the importance of habitat conservation, and illustrate the value of our hunting culture and heritage through one-on-one mentorship. It is this type of personal interaction that will help aspiring outdoorsmen and women to preserve America’s hunting lifestyle for generations to come.

Participation in the mentor pledge is easy and instantly rewarding. This program is currently being offered just in time for fall hunting season and will run through June 30, 2021 2021. Additionally, the Hunter Mentor Challenge covers any age of mentee, all species of wild game hunting, and each type of ethical/legal pursuit. Read more

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