MI DNR begins annual Lake Huron spring lake trout survey

Earlier this month the Michigan Department of Natural Resources began its annual spring lake trout survey on Lake Huron. This survey provides the DNR and its partner agencies with key information as they look to manage lake trout populations in the lake.

Since the Chinook salmon population in Lake Huron crashed in the mid-2000s, lake trout consistently have provided one of the best fishing opportunities there. Data from this annual survey show that for the first time in 40 years, Lake Huron’s lake trout population is nearly 50 percent wild. Gathering this type of information each year helps fisheries managers determine future stocking numbers and set fishing regulations. Read more

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Nosler and MidwayUSA Launch 22 Nosler Sales Promotion

Bend, Ore –– Nosler, Inc. and MidwayUSA have partnered up with an offer to give customers looking to upgrade their AR-15s into a 22 Nosler®, a convenient combo pack available only at www.midwayUSA.com. The combo pack includes an AR-Stoner AR-15 A3 Upper Receiver Assembly chambered in 22 Nosler and 100 rounds of Nosler Varmageddon® Ammunition.
The MSRP for this combo pack would normally run $583.89 but for a limited time only, the price on the AR-Stoner upper has been reduced by $100 and the Varmageddon Ammunition is FREE for a total package cost of $399.99. Read more

Firearms

Smith & Wesson Short Barrel Combat Magnum Revolver


Smith & Wesson Now Shipping New Combat Magnum Model 66 & Model 69 RevolversSPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson today announced that it has begun shipping the new short barrel versions of its Model 66 and Model 69 Combat Magnum revolvers. The new Model 66 and 69 revolvers feature a 2.75″ barrel and are chambered in .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum, respectively. The Combat Magnum revolvers are purpose-built for those seeking a magnum caliber in a medium size frame.

Jan Mladek, General Manager for Smith & Wesson® and M&P® Brands, said, “The two new shorter barrel length Combat Magnum revolvers, the Model 66 .357 Magnum K-frame and the Model 69 .44 Magnum L-frame, offer the consumer a powerful personal protection option. We are proud to continue delivering innovations to our revolver product line, and the new 2.75″ barrel length versions allow for easy carry and concealment of the highly regarded Combat Magnum series in these two popular calibers.”

The new Model 66 and 69 revolvers feature a stainless steel frame and cylinder, glass bead finish, and a 2.75 inch barrel. Innovative new features include a redesigned ball detent feature to strengthen the yoke to frame lockup to support heavy magnum loads, as well as a full length extractor for quick, effortless cartridge removal. Both revolvers come equipped with a red ramp front sight, an adjustable white outline rear sight, synthetic grips, ball-detent lock up, full top strap barrel serrations, and a two-piece barrel. The Model 66 revolver is equipped with a 6-round cylinder to handle both .357 Magnum and .38 S&W Special +P, and the Model 69 features a 5-round cylinder capable of handling the large .44 Magnum caliber, as well as .44 Special.

For more information on the Model 66 and Model 69 Combat Magnum series revolvers please visit www.Smith-Wesson.com.

Firearms

Kahr Pistols in Kryptek Camo

Greeley, PA – In May 2015, Kahr Firearms Group introduced an exciting new Kryptek finish on two of their most popular limited edition Desert Eagles. The pattern was so widely accepted that it sold out almost immediately. Now, Kahr Arms is once again bringing back the popular Kryptek finish, but this time it will be offered on four of their small conceal carry Kahr pistols. These models are from their Value Series and include three 9mm pistols and one .380 ACP.

The CW9093KRT model features a 3.5″ barrel with conventional rifling, an overall length of 5.9″, and a height of 4.5″. All three models offer a trigger cocking DAO, lock-breach, “Browning-type” recoil lug, and a passive striker block with no magazine disconnect. The pistol sight offers a drift adjustable white 2-dot rear, and a white-dot pinned in polymer front sight. Capacity is 7+1. The pistol features the new Kryptek Camo pattern which utilizes a water transfer method which has been successfully tested for durability. The slide, trigger and slide stop lever are all finished in the Cerakote® Armor Black coating. MSRP is $495.

Next in the line-up is the CM9093KRT which features all the features of the CW9093KRT except that it has a 3″ barrel, an overall length of 5.4″, and a height of 4″.The MSRP on this model is $499.00.

The new Kryptek finish with Armor Black slide is also found in the CT9093KRT. Like the other pistols listed above, it has all the same features, except that it has a 4″ barrel, overall length of 6.5″ and a height of 5.08″. The MSRP on this model is $477.

The smallest, most popular conceal carry pistol in this new Kryptek Camo pattern is the CW3833KRT. This .380 ACP features a 2.58″ barrel, overall length of 5″ and a height of just 3.9″. It has a smaller slide width as well at just 0.75″. Like its bigger brothers, it too has a white 3-dot sight, 7+1 capacity, 7 lb. trigger pull, and also ships with one magazine. The MSRP on this pistol is $439. Read more

Firearms

Traditions™ Firearms Now Shipping New Single Action Revolver Models

Old Saybrook, CT– Traditions™ Performance Firearms is pleased to announce several new models in their popular Single Action Revolver Series are now in stock and currently shipping. Please contact your sales rep, distributor or Traditions™ for more information on availability and to place an order.

These models include the new Liberty model with white PVC grip and blued barrel, new Engraved Nickel models with a nickel finish and walnut grips, and reproductions of models used by Bill Tilghman who was a career lawman and gunfighter. All models have engraving, are available in .357MAG or 45LC, and have a 4.75″ barrel. MSRP Ranges from $624-659. Read more

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Online Video Shows Strategies for Hunting Quiet Gobblers, New Food Plots Techniques

Watch the newest video on GrowingDeer.tv for turkey hunting strategies in the late season when gobblers get quiet! Plus, find out how the Steel Buffalo (roller crimper) can help lead to food plot success. It’s the first step for better soils/food plots without fertilizer. Click here to watch the hunt or visit www.GrowingDeer.tv today!

About GrowingDeer.tv: a popular on-demand web series that shares current information about deer hunting and deer management. The videos focus on what the GrowingDeer team of experienced hunters and deer managers are doing in the field week to week: action packed hunts, proven hunting strategies, habitat management, food plots, trail camera techniques and the gear it takes to get it all done. A new episode is released every Monday, 52 weeks a year with no repeats. Videos are available for viewing anytime at www.GrowingDeer.tv. The site automatically converts for mobile viewing or the shows may be shared and embedded with the link supplied on the player. Social media users may join the conversation with the GrowingDeer.tv team on Facebook and @GrowingDeer on Twitter. Also follow the team on Instagram (http://instagram.com/growingdeertv) and Pinterest (http://www.pinterest.com/Growingdeertv/)! Read more

Hunting

Anglers who report marked and tagged fish provide DNR with critical information

Anglers who catch a fish missing its adipose fin (as diagrammed here) are encouraged to report it to the Michigan DNR

Chinook salmon with adipose fin pointed out

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources again this year is encouraging Great Lakes anglers who catch marked and tagged fish to report them. The DNR has used the coded-wire tag program to mass mark various fish species in Michigan since the 1980s. Mass marking provides critical data as fisheries biologists look to determine the value of naturally reproduced fish versus stocked fish, and lakewide movement of fish.

The coded-wire tag program involves implanting a small, coded-wire tag, which is invisible to the naked eye, into the snout of a fish. A fish containing a coded-wire tag can be identified because its adipose fin (the small, fleshy fin between the dorsal and tail fins) has been removed. An angler who catch a tagged fish then can record needed information about the fish, remove and freeze the fish’s snout, and drop it off at a designated location.A statewide list of dropoff locations can be found on the DNR website.

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Fishing

Sightmark ReadyFire G6 Laser


Sightmark ReadyFire G6: Acquire targets with laser speed!(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – When low light conditions hinder your close- to mid-range shooting, Sightmark’s new ReadyFire G6 Laser Sight (SM25008) allows for lightning-quick target acquisition. Ideal for tactical, home defense and hunting applications, the ReadyFire G6 easily mounts to any firearm with weaver/picatinny attachments.

The Sightmark ReadyFire G6 delivers an ultra-bright, 515nm 5mW green laser able to be seen 50 yards during the day and an impressive 300 yards at night. This ergonomic laser features a low-profile design and finger adjustable clicks for incredibly quick and easy adjustments. Perfect for the AR-15 and MSR platforms, the ReadyFire G6 allows users to choose between push button and pressure pad operation. Read more

Optics

Federal Premium Introduces Hi-Bird Upland Shotshells


Federal Premium Ammunition is proud to announce its new Hi-Bird shotshell, which combines speed, hard-hitting pellets and a specialized wad to fold the highest doves, crows and pigeons, as well as pheasants and the most challenging upland birds. Shipments are currently being delivered to dealers.The powerful Hi-Bird load’s two-piece wad features SoftCell technology to decrease perceived recoil and produce more consistent long-range patterns. Plus, its lead shot is engineered for the optimum blend of hardness and density. The result is dense long-range patterns with more energy.

Features & Benefits
• High-power 12-gauge loads maximize long-range lethality on pigeons, doves and upland game
• Two-piece wad features SoftCell technology to decrease perceived recoil and produce better, more consistent long-range patterns
• Lead shot is engineered for the optimum blend of hardness and density for even patterns and more downrange energy
• Perfect for the field or competition

Part No. / Description / MSRP
HVF12H 6 / 12 gauge, 2 ¾-inch, 1 1/4-ounce, 6 shot, 1,330 fps, Hi-Bird / $12.95
HVF12H 7.5 / 12 gauge, 2 ¾-inch, 1 1/4-ounce, 7.5 shot, 1,330 fps, Hi-Bird / $12.95
HVF12 6 / 12 gauge, 2 ¾-inch, 1 1/8-ounce, 6 shot, 1,275 fps, Hi-Bird / $10.95
HVF12 7.5 / 12 gauge, 2 ¾-inch, 1 1/8-ounce, 7.5 shot, 1,275 fps, Hi-Bird / $10.95
HVF12 8 / 12 gauge, 2 ¾-inch, 1 1/8-ounce, 8 shot, 1,275 fps, Hi-Bird / $10.95 Read more

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Quantum Lite Thermal Monoculars Heat Up Outdoor Pursuits

(MANSFIELD, TEXAS) – Launched at the 2017 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Pulsar’s Quantum Lite Thermal Monoculars are guaranteed to turn the heat up on your surveillance and outdoor adventures with premium, feature-rich, high-tech optics.

With ultra-easy user interface, blazing two-second startup time, seven color display mode options including “white hot” and “black hot”, brightness and contrast adjustability, three operation modes, three calibration modes, defective pixel repair, variable magnification, stadiametric rangefinding technology, ergonomic button layout, video-out recording, and long-range heat signature detection, Quantum Lite Thermal Monoculars are the perfect advanced optic solution for hunting, surveillance, search and rescue, wildlife observation, game recovery, boating and even indoor or outdoor troubleshooting. Read more

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