Felony Warrants Issued for Michigan Father and Son for Wildlife Violations

Warrants for the arrest of a Michigan father and son have been issued following a series of wildlife violations in Treasure County.

Ronald Schubert and his son, Chad Schubert, both of Belleville, Mich., have each been charged with felony unlawful possession of a trophy bull elk. The son also has been charged with an additional felony for tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, as well as four misdemeanor charges for hunting during a closed season, failure to obtain landowner permission for hunting, waste of a game animal, and violation of a commission or department rule for failure to return to a kill site. Ronald Schubert has also been charged with misdemeanor criminal trespass to property.

The investigation into the Schuberts began with information provided to Montana game wardens by the Rosebud County Sheriff’s Office. After extensive investigation, warden Kyle Queer found that Chad Schubert allegedly killed a trophy bull elk in Hunting District 702 without a valid permit. The elk also was taken on private land without permission, killed with a rifle during the archery-only season, and most of the meat was abandoned and left to waste in the field. Further investigation showed that Ronald Schubert was present at the time and allegedly assisted with removal and transport of the head and antlers. Read more

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SAF Files Amicus in Short-Barreled Rifle Case

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and its partners have filed an amicus brief with the Supreme Court urging the court hear David Robinson Jr. v. United States of America, challenging restrictions on short-barreled rifles (SBRs).

SAF is joined in the amicus filing by the Second Amendment Law Center, California Rifle & Pistol Association and Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus.

“In its ruling, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals decided that U.S. v. Miller (1939), and its ruling allowing restrictions on short-barrel shotguns because they had no documented militia use, remains controlling and applicable to SBRs as well,” said SAF Director of Legal Research and Education Kostas Moros. “That’s wrong because even if it were correct that Miller remains the relevant standard, SBRs are demonstrably in regular use today in military roles, as the M4 rifle is the standard issue rifle of our military. Our amicus brief also makes several other arguments as to why the Eleventh Circuit’s analysis was flawed, and why the Supreme Court should grant cert in this case. We are hopeful the Supreme Court will step in and correct courts reaching the wrong conclusion on this fundamental question, both as it pertains to SBRs and to other common arms.”

As an initial matter, the brief explains that SBR’s are “arms” under the plain text of the Second Amendment. In order to then regulate them, it is the government’s burden to show a historical tradition of such regulation. Read more

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Lake Superior paddleboarding rescue underscores water safety

Aug. 12, 2025
Contact: Lt. Ryan Aho, 906-367-1177

Two paddleboarders drifting far from shore on Lake Superior were recently rescued with quick action by two Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers in Ontonagon County.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 8, Conservation Officer Ethen Mapes received a call from Negaunee Regional Dispatch/DNR Report All Poaching Hotline operators reporting two paddleboarders in distress on Lake Superior near Ontonagon.

“They were in good condition overall but just could not paddle against the strong wind to get back to shore,” said Conservation Officer Pete Shambaugh, who was called by Mapes to assist in the rescue attempt. Read more

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CANiK Unveils the TTI Combat SMOKE Edition

CANiK® is proud to announce the official launch of the TTI Combat SMOKE Edition, the latest in the storied collaboration between Canik and Taran Butler of Taran Tactical Innovations.

This addition to the CANiK® TTI Combat lineup features a smoke-themed Cerakote paint job, offering a sleek and iconic look, instantly recognizable thanks to the widespread work of the TTI brand. The firearm is equipped with a ported bronze PVD-coated barrel, aluminum flat faced 90-degree break trigger, and a HiViz® fiber optic front sight for quick target acquisition.

Available in multiple SKUs, including a 10-round compliant version and MO3 Optic included version, the TTI Combat SMOKE ships standard with premium accessories including a hard case, custom holster, extra backstraps, optics plates, tool kit, flared magwell, two 18-round standard magazines, one +3 extension, and a challenge coin.

The Canik TTI Combat won the 2024 Industry Choice Awards illustrious Handgun of the Year award and Canik is excited to level up on that offering with a new aesthetic look in the SMOKE edition.

“Canik and TTI created fire with the collaboration on the original Combat,” said Canik’s VP of Marketing and Business Development Adam Ruonala “so we knew that when there’s fire, there is always Smoke!”

Firearms

Get Real-Time Scouting Like Never Before with the Defender Vision Pro Livestream

Never miss a moment. The Defender Vision Pro Livestream from Browning Trail Cameras puts you in the middle of the action as it happens. Whether you’re tracking a trophy buck or safeguarding your property, you can watch events unfold live on your phone with stunning HD clarity and unmatched reliability in the field.

Recently named Best New Hunting Accessory by Big Rock Sports, one of the nation’s largest outdoor distributors, the Defender Vision Pro Livestream is already being recognized as the most advanced trail camera of 2025.

Livestream Game Movement in Real Time

See activity the instant it happens through the Strike Force Wireless app. No delays. No guesswork. Just direct, live access to your hunting property, no matter how far away you are. Read more

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GOA Teams Up with Hi-Point Firearms to Launch Special Edition Carbines

Gun Owners of America (GOA), the nation’s only “No Compromise” Second Amendment organization, is proud to announce a partnership with Hi-Point Firearms, a respected American manufacturer with over 35 years of experience building reliable and affordable firearms. Together, they have released special edition 995TS, 4595TS, and 1095TS carbines, designed to support GOA’s relentless fight to protect and advance the rights of law-abiding gun owners nationwide. These custom GOA carbines have the GOA insignia on the shroud and were first showcased this past weekend at the GOALS (Gun Owners Action League Summit) event in Knoxville, TN, where they received enthusiastic feedback from attendees.

The special edition carbines include the 995TS (9mm), 4595TS (.45 ACP), and 1095TS (10mm)— American-made firearms featuring durable polymer stocks, Picatinny rails, and Hi-Point’s proven reliability, all offered at an affordable price point. These exclusive firearms are available through MKS Supply, Hi-Point Firearms’ exclusive distributor and marketing partner. Read more

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Michigan DNR Has Stocked 18.9 Million Fish So Far in 2025

Successful spring and summer fish stocking bodes well for fall fishing opportunities

April showers bring May flowers, and spring and summer fish stocking bring fall fishing! This spring and summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked a total of 18,958,970 fish that weighed more than 331.5 tons and consisted of 10 different species and one hybrid.

Fish stocking is an important activity to provide both Michigan residents and visitors with quality fishing opportunities. These efforts help bring an estimated $3.9 billion into the state’s economy through the sportfishing industry, tourism and related businesses.

To complete the task of stocking, it took 417 stocking trips and 2,345 hours. Crews traveled just over 91,000 miles in 17 specialized stocking trucks to get to the 716 stocking sites. Despite the severe ice storm that affected northern Michigan, which caused a loss of power and transition to backup power for several days at Oden State Fish Hatchery, no fish were lost due to the storm, allowing the DNR to meet its stocking goals. Read more

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ScentLok’s New BE:1 Reactor Heated Puffy Vest

ScentLok’s new BE:1 Reactor Heated Puffy Vest offers on-demand warmth in a fitted and functional package.

MUSKEGON, MI – The first heated garment came along in the early 1920’s, developed by the German entrepreneur and prolific tinkerer, George Endress. Since, iterations of heated vest and jackets have tagged right along with advancements in technology. There are winners out there, too. On the other hand, there are even more losers. Would you trust being wired up in a $25 heated vest sold online by a company without U.S. offices? Didn’t think so.

Progressing right along with technology and fortified with quality and performance, ScentLok introduces the new BE:1 Reactor Heated Puffy Vest.

ScentLok is no stranger to heated vests, either, having offered versions for years. And, according to ScentLok Marketing Director, Steve Allie, this is the best yet. “The BE:1 Reactor Heated Puffy Vest has new heating elements and power, features, fabrics, build, and style. It’s the best we’ve designed to date.” Read more

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Reclaiming Resilient Michigan Streams

With America’s Ecosystem Restoration Initiative funding, the DNR and partners have removed seven stream barriers

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, with help from many conservation partners, is halfway through completion of a $5 million grant project to remove 27 stream barriers, including 16 DNR-managed dams. Efforts to date have reconnected more than 140 miles of streams.

Funding for this work was awarded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s America’s Ecosystem Restoration Initiative (formerly the America the Beautiful Challenge), which seeks to conserve and restore aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, improve resilience to flooding and other threats, and expand community access to nature.

What’s been accomplished so far Read more

Fishing

Michigan Fire Folks: Register Now for October Workshop at Roscommon Equipment Center

Want to learn more about firefighting equipment?

Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Roscommon Equipment Center staff Oct. 6-10 at the state’s Forest Fire Experiment Station for an in-depth equipment workshop.

The workshop provides equipment demonstrations and networking opportunities. It is ideal for fire department chiefs, equipment program leaders and other wildland fire professionals.

Activities will include the following: Read more

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