Category: Wildlife

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More Atlantic Salmon in Michigan Waters

Michigan became world-famous when it made a daring effort to revitalize the Great Lakes sport fishery by stocking Pacific salmon in the 1960s. While Chinook and Coho fishing still remain very good overall, Michigan is now looking at residents of the other ocean to beef up the Great Lakes fishery: Atlantic salmon.

Highly prized around the world for their sporting characteristics, Atlantic salmon are currently thriving in the St. Marys River, theAtlantic salmon connecting water that drains Lake Superior and flows into Lake Huron. Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Fisheries Division personnel hope to expand the Atlantic salmon fishery further into Lake Huron. Read more

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No Straight-Wall Rifle Cartridges in Zone III This Year

By Glen Wunderlich

After having the chance to participate in the legislative process on behalf of House Bill 5249 and giving testimony in its support, I really thought the bill would pass this year.  Being able to use straight-wall cartridges in rifles in the southern “shotgun” zone seemed to be a  no-brainer.  I know I am with thousands of ethical sportsmen who are disappointed in the news, but here is the latest status direct from Matt Lori’s (R-District 59) office based on my request for information:

Dear Mr. Wunderlich,
Thank you for your email to Representative Lori, which will be drawn to his attention.
 At this late stage in the Legislative Session, it does not seem likely that the Senate is going to move the bill forward.  The bill is not on the most recent agenda for the Outdoor Recreation and Tourism’s next meeting.  Without that movement forward it is unlikely that the bill will be back to the House for a final vote during “lame duck”.

 Representative Lori very much appreciates your support, and will likely re-introduce the bill next year.
 Sincerely
Susan Martin Chief of Staff District 59

1-877-262-5959

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Wolverine Trapping Suspended in Montana

A judge ordered a temporary restraining order and halted the trapping of wolverines in Montana.  Of course the whacko groups are behind this one, as usual, but could they be right this time?  The USFWS was conducting an evaluation relative to the Endangered Species List but ran out of money for the study – in no small part because of having to pay the whacko groups attorneys’ fees for so many frivolous suits.  In any case, the season has been suspended and details of the wolverines’ plight are here…

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You Must Act Now to Stop the EPA from Regulating Your Ammunition

This from the NRA…  “The bill would amend the law to clarify that the EPA does not have the authority to regulate shot, bullets or sport fishing equipment.“

Just over two weeks ago, the U.S. Senate voted 84-12 to advance S. 3525, “The Sportsmen’s Act of 2012.”  However, this week, by a 50-41 vote, the bill suffered a setback when the Senate failed to clear a procedural hurdle and move on to finish work on the bill.  There is still time to get this critically important legislation passed, but you must act now! S. 3525 is an essential piece of legislation focused on the expansion and enhancement of hunting, recreational fishing and shooting on federal public land.  But it’s more than that.  Read more

Ammunition, Animal Rights, General, Hunting, Wildlife

Tundra Swans’ Migration Day

GW:  I now understand why I never see these birds except when flying high above.  Oh, yes, that sound is unmistakable.  A good education follows here…

by Doug Reeves, assistant chief, DNR Wildlife Division

tundra swans migratingNov. 12, 2012 was the Veteran’s Day holiday but it was also a spectacular migration day. A strong cold front came across the continent, with the northern portion arriving in Mid-Michigan during the early morning hours accompanied by rain. The rain had ended by about noon, and the temperature dropped from the low 50’s to the upper 30’s. There was a strong westerly wind, sometimes with significant shifts to the north or northwest. Conditions were just right for tundra swans to migrate, and migrate they did! Read more

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Holiday gift-giving made simple

 Interested in avoiding crowded stores? Need a little help locating one-of-a-kind gifts? Like gifts that support Michigan’s wildlife, natural resources or history programs? Petoskey beach stone jewelry If any of those scenarios sounds like you, consider turning to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for several gift-giving ideas sure to satisfy the outdoor/nature enthusiast or history buff on your shopping list. Read more

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