Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
GW: Man, there’s some good fishing in this neighborhood!
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will mark the opening of the new Crystal Lake boating access site in Frankfort (Benzie County) with a dedication ceremony at 1 p.m. on Thursday, June 7, at the site, 5572 Mollineaux Road. Read more
GW: This sounds like it could be a lot of fun!
If thoughts of camping conjure up warm childhood memories of summer, the Department of Natural Resources invites folks to visit P.J. Hoffmaster State Park’s vintage camper gathering and open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 9. Read more
A fire in the Seney National Wildlife Refuge (Schoolcraft County) is threatening to burn across the refuge’s northern boundary onto state-managed land. The last known size of the fire is 3,220 acres and containment is estimated at 65 percent at this time. Presently, there are no structures threatened by the fire. There have been no injuries or accidents related to this fire. Read more
BELLEVUE, WA – The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms is urging its Illinois members and fellow gun owners to call lawmakers in Springfield and warn them to not allow Chicago lawmakers and the State Police to hijack SB 1034, transforming it into a stealth gun control measure. Read more
Newsflash from Michigan Open Carry, Inc.
I write to you today because 13 Michigan House Democrats (see below for who) have seen it fit to attack our liberty. These lawmakers want to restrict your right to defend yourself when you are out and about (away from your home). They have introduced a bill, HB 5644, that would require that you retreat before you defend yourself or your loved ones. So if someone is pointing a gun at you, you should try to run away first. Read more
“This is not about guns; it’s about violence,” Woodrow Stanley, D-Flint said. “The whole intent here is to ratchet down the environment (for violence).” Always the Democrats! So, if we let bad guys have their way with victims, how does that protect anyone but bad guys? It ain’t gonna fly. And, all this comes from one of the top cities for crime. Any clues why? More here…
Smith & Wesson Corp. announced that the Company has added a new revolver to its legendary Classic line with the introduction of the Model 586. Deemed the Distinguished Combat Magnum when first introduced by Smith & Wesson in 1980, the new revolver reunites collectors and .357 Magnum® aficionados with one of the most sought after law enforcement firearms of its time. Read more
Wilsonville, OR — Ruger and Crimson Trace continue to enhance their working relationship with Crimson Trace equipped firearms for the hugely popular LC9, LCP and LCR (.38, .357 and .22) models. Available direct from the manufacturer, these ideal concealed carry pistols are available with factory-installed Crimson Trace laser sights which provide the customer with the world’s finest low-light sighting solution. These packages build on the relationship developed when Ruger introduced the category-defining LCP pocket pistol, which rapidly became the biggest selling SKU for both companies. Read more
Yesterday, the Michigan House Judiciary Committee held a hearing to review an important and long-overdue bill that would eliminate the state handgun “permit-to-purchase” and registration requirements. This committee heard House Bill 5225 and considered amendment language that will be used as a substitute for HB 5225. The committee will again consider HB 5225 next week with a possible vote on Thursday, May 24. Read more
Michigan: House Committee Considers Legislation to Repeal Permit to Purchase and Registration this Thursday, May 17
As previously reported, the Michigan House Judiciary Committee will have a hearing this Thursday, May 17, to review an important and long-overdue bill that would eliminate the state handgun “permit-to-purchase” and registration requirements. This committee will hear House Bill 5225 and consider this proposed amendment language that will be used as a substitute for HB 5225 when this hearing takes place. Read more