Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
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An Alaskan wildlife biologist and his family escaped harm, after getting into a scuffle with a crazed bear. Funny, no bear spray and no gun. I guess not all widllife biologists graduate at the top of their class. Details are here…
The Michigan House of Representatives passed bills SB 288 and 289 by a vote of 72-38 with bipartisan support! The bills now head to Governor Snyder’s desk, and the anti-hunters are trying to get him to veto the legislation. Please call Governor Snyder’s office right now and ask him to sign SB 288 and 289 immediately! Read more
| Calling All Hunting Couples Addicted to the Outdoors TV Show Open Casting Call |
TAMPA, FLORIDA – May 1, 2013 – Addicted to the Outdoors with Jon and Gina Brunson has unveiled a dynamic new program focused on shining a spotlight on family participation in the outdoors, and on couples who make the outdoors more than a hobby – but a lifestyle.
Who Will Be Television’s Next Superstar Outdoor Hunting Couple? Could It Be You? Jon and Gina Brunson, hosts of the award winning Addicted to the Outdoors (ATTO) television show as seen on Outdoor Channel, are expanding their Addicted brand. They’re searching for a select few Addicted to the Outdoors Couples. Are you married with kids, in love, or dating someone who’s just as addicted to the outdoors as you? Is one of your dreams to host an outdoor TV show with your partner? Here’s your once-in-a-lifetime chance to become one of the next outdoor hunting couples to hit national television on Outdoor Channel. Audition With Your Mobile Device or Computer
Participate in the Addicted Couples Casting Call right from your computer or mobile device. Submit a video showing your on-camera personality and passion for hunting along with our Addicted Couples application. The ATTO crew will review all submissions. Ten couples will be selected to interview with Jon and Gina via Skype. Read more |
The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that applications for Michigan elk and bear hunting licenses are available now through June 1. Read more
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in the investigation of a poached bald eagle in Clinton County. USFWS is offering a cash reward of up to $2,500 for tips or information that lead to an arrest and conviction. Read more
Birmingham, AL- Prometheus Group, LLC proudly introduces its new series of durable, high performance Browning Trail Cameras: the Range Ops Series, the Recon Force Series, and the Spec Ops Series. Each camera is conveniently powered by eight (8) AA batteries, sets-up easily, and features time, date, temperature, moon phase and camera ID on every image. Designed with a 32 GB SD card support system, a silent image capture feature, the ability to record HD video with sound, an eight-image multi-shot function feature, and unparalleled battery life; the Browning trail camera series is sure to provide users with an experience that’s unsurpassed in its field. Read more
GW: A rational perspective on Michigan’s wolf population in support of science and one from the whackos.
Calling all photographers! Explore Michigan’s Wetland Wonders to hunt for wildlife armed only with a camera, and you could be a winner.
The Wetland Wonders Challenge II Saginaw Bay Photo Scavenger Hunt is happening April 26-May 10, 2013 at Shiawassee River State Game Area, Nayanquing Point State Wildlife Area and Fish Point State Wildlife Area.
Check the scavenger hunt rules to find out how to enter, download the scavenger hunt list and then start hunting. Read more
GW: This is really good stuff. Wiping off blood is obvious, but oft neglected. Hiding tongues is good, too. But, did you realize competent pro photographers carry glass eyes for insertion before the hero shot?
MISSOULA, Mont. (April 30, 2013)–With a file of more than 42,000 big-game trophies dating back to 1830, the Boone and Crockett Club may be the world’s leader in assessing field photos.
Done well, a photo has the power to honor a special animal, capture special memories–and even inspire special conservation efforts.
Renowned optics company Swarovski is stepping up its partnership with Boone and Crockett Club to help hunters take better pictures. Swarovski is a three-year sponsor behind a field photo tips and contest section in each issue of the Club’s magazine, “Fair Chase,” and together the partners are now offering 10 tips to help launch a new field photography resource at the Boone and Crockett website. See URL below: Read more
By Glen Wunderlich
When it comes to wildlife management, common sense dictates that such matters are best left to states’ control as opposed to that of federal agencies. But, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) doesn’t agree and will stop at nothing to further its agenda against hunting and has filed a federal lawsuit to drag us all into the mud, once again. This time around, its focus is on Michigan’s wolves. Read more
