New Arctic grayling initiative could bring historical species back to Michigan’s waters


The Michigan Department of Natural Resources, in partnership with the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, has announced a proposed initiative that aims to bring back an extirpated species to the state – Arctic grayling.The proposed initiative, announced at today’s Natural Resources Commission meeting in Gaylord, will seek to establish self-sustaining populations of Arctic grayling throughout its historical range. The initiative is a proposed objective in the DNR’s 2017 Inland Trout Management Plan, which currently is being drafted.

The Arctic grayling is a native and iconic fish species in Michigan. Slate blue in color, they have a sail-like dorsal fin and were virtually the only native stream salmonid in the Lower Peninsula. In the lower 48 states they are native only to Michigan and Montana, further cementing their legendary status.

Michigan’s native grayling population died off nearly a century ago due to statewide logging efforts of the 1800s, over-fishing and general habitat destruction. Read more

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6 Tips for Drought Proofing Food Plots

WEST POINT, MS – This time of year means that parts of the whitetails’ range are or could soon be under a drought. Following these six steps for drought proofing food plots could mean the difference between having some food for deer or a complete withered failure.

Select the right location. You can’t just select any open spot and expect success. As an example, if you choose a spot that has beach sand for soil, you shouldn’t expect much. First and foremost, the site needs to be able to sustain your selected crop.

Time your planting properly. Read more

Wildlife

Hogue Inc. Announces Rem. 700 OverMolded Stock


Hogue Incorporated is pleased to announce their OverMolded® rubber stock for the Remington 700 that now accommodates an Accuracy International (AICS) detachable box magazine. With the growing popularity of using a detachable box magazine with bolt action rifles, Hogue manufactured a stock that comes cut with what’s known as a “Badger inlet” and readily accepts M5 pattern bottom metal for a detachable box magazine.The inlet in the factory stock on the Remington 700 is too small to accommodate a bottom plate for a detachable box magazine. The inlet that needs to be cut has popularly become known as a “Badger inlet,” so in an effort to eliminate the burden of alterations for the end user, Hogue designed a stock that already comes cut with the inlet and fits the Remington 700 perfectly. The benefits are two-fold. First, the shooter has a much more comfortable and sturdy stock composed of Hogue’s OverMolded rubber, and secondly he or she is able to “turn grandpa’s bolt action rifle into a modern military sporting weapon,” stated owner Pat Hogue. “There’s really no better way to manage ammunition while using a bolt action rifle.” Read more
Firearms

Inland Mfg. .30 caliber Jungle Carbine


How cool can a carbine get?MKS Supply, LLC, Dayton OH – Inland Manufacturing’s new American made Jungle Carbine brings back the neat looks of the original 1944 and 1945 WWII combat carbine with the added appeal that the barrel thread is 1/2-half-inch x 28 so the flash hider may be removed to fit a (legally registered) aftermarket sound suppressor or silencer if so desired.

Inland’s .30 caliber Jungle Carbine is a faithful replica fitted with a military-style conical flash hider, correct military model sights, original type low wood American Walnut wood stock with fittings.

Inland’s Jungle Carbine will accommodate 10-, 20-, and 30-round military magazines, and it is sold with one 15-round magazine (except California of course where it is sold with one 10-round magazine). Read more

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New Ameristep Tellus And Tellus Lite Hunting Chairs


Plano, IL – Hunters know the rewards of any trip afield aren’t always headlined by downed game. The things that make for a pleasant experience outdoors are actually quite varied, and are often much more fundamental. Something as simple as remaining comfortable can play a significant role in making an outing successful and rewarding.Ameristep strives to make every trip afield a rewarding experience. Known best, perhaps, for marketing the most complete line of ground blinds available, Ameristep also leads the way in practical and innovative outdoor seating, offering dozens of styles and models for any outdoor pursuit.

Ameristep’s NEW Tellus and Tellus Lite compact and portable chairs are lightweight, highly packable chairs that are ideal for not only ground blind hunting, but for any outdoor pursuit – from dove, turkey and waterfowl hunting to camping and ice fishing. Read more

General, Hunting

Iowa Pheasant Harvest Highest Since 2009, Quail Highest Since 2007

Iowa’s estimated pheasant harvest continues its climb and for the fifth year in a row has been higher than the previous year. In 2015, more than 56,000 hunters harvested nearly 270,000 rooster pheasants in Iowa, which is an increased harvest of 24 percent over 2014 and the highest pheasant harvest since 2009.

Pheasant hunters were not the only ones who had better hunting, quail hunters enjoyed their best hunting since 2007.

Hunters harvested an estimated 28,400 quail in 2015, which was a 165 percent increase over 2014. The large increase in quail harvest was predicted by the August roadside survey which counted the highest number of quail in 21 years. Read more

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Otis Technology’s Ripcord Race Gun Giveaway


Win a Race Gun Chosen by Champion Shooters Doug Koenig, Max MichelLYONS FALLS, NY—Otis Technology invites shooters to enter its online sweepstakes for a chance to win an elite race gun and a complete set of Ripcord® one-pass gun cleaners.

Now under way, the Ripcord® Race Gun Giveaway features two grand prizes: a Smith & Wesson Pro Series C.O.R.E. pistol in 9mm or .40 cal., and a SIG 1911 Max Michel Edition pistol in .40 or .45 cal. The Smith & Wesson race gun was personally selected by Doug Koenig, an Otis pro staff member who is widely regarded as the world’s best all-around shooter. Also an Otis pro staffer, Michel picked the SIG 1911. He reigns as the world speed shooting champion.

The giveaway entry period runs through June 30, 2016. To enter, go to www.otisgungiveaway.com . A weekly prize drawing for a complete set of Otis Ripcords will be held each Friday through July 1, 2016. The race gun winners will be selected July 8, 2016, and will also receive a complete set of Ripcords.

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Firearms

New Browning X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed Rifle


Browning’s new X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed bolt-action rifle is built for hunting the toughest terrain. The new rifle features a composite stock with A-TACS AU (Arid/Urban) Camo™ and a Cerakote™ Burnt Bronze finish on the barrel and action. The combination provides versatile concealment and protection for the serious hunter.The barrel on the new X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed is fluted and features a threaded muzzle brake. A thread protector is included with the rifle and can be used in place of the muzzle brake. The rifle has an adjustable Feather Trigger™, detachable rotary magazine and tang safety with bolt unlock button. Each X-Bolt rifle is drilled and tapped for the X-Lock scope mounting system. Rifle weight is 6 lbs. 5 oz. – 6 lbs. 13 oz. depending on the caliber.

Calibers include 243 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Win., 7mm-08, 270 Win. and 30-06 Sprg. in 22″ barrel length; 270 WSM, 300 WSM in 23″ barrel length; and 26 Nosler, 7mm Rem. Mag. and 300 Win. Mag. in 26″ barrel length.

Suggested Retail $1,199.99 for standard calibers and $1,239.99 for magnum calibers. Read more

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Fun events planned across Michigan for Free Fishing Weekend


On Saturday, June 11, and Sunday, June 12, everyone in Michigan – including residents and nonresidents – can fish without a license, but all other fishing regulations still apply.These two days make up the Summer Free Fishing Weekend – an annual effort (it’s the 31st year this has been celebrated) to promote Michigan’s world-class fishing opportunities. While many individuals and families will head out to fish for free on their own, there are numerous organized events scheduled throughout the state to celebrate the weekend as well. Read more
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