Fred Bear on TV Saturday
May 12, 2016
Fred Bear: Father of BowhuntingFred Bear created and revolutionized the sport of bowhunting. This is his story.
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Black bear killed in Wexford County, MI determined to be bear that mauled Cadillac-area teen
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today that a black bear recently shot and killed in Haring Township, north of Cadillac in Wexford County, is the same bear that mauled a teenage girl, Abby Wetherell, in that same township in 2013.
The DNR confirms a 9-year-old female black bear was killed April 30 by an individual, who wishes to remain anonymous, acting in self-defense. The individual let out a dog, which then immediately ran after what appeared to be a bear cub. The dog was stopped at the end of the tree line barking when the owner saw a bear appear and attack the dog. The individual went to assist the dog and the bear ran off. As the owner attempted to render aid to the injured dog, the bear retuned to the scene and approached the resident who then shot the bear. The situation was reported to the DNR and investigated. It was determined to be a justifiable killing of the bear. Read more
MI DNR creel clerks to collect angler information this summer
As this year’s open-water fishing season gets under way, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that Fisheries Division personnel are out at lakes, rivers and Great Lakes ports collecting fishing data from anglers.DNR creel clerks will be stationed at boat launches and piers around the state asking anglers questions as they return from fishing trips. Information will be requested on trip length, target species and number and type of fish caught. In some cases, creel clerks may ask to measure or weigh fish and to take scales or other body parts for aging. These data are key information in helping the DNR manage the state’s fisheries. Read more
Wheeler Armorer’s Handgun Sight Tool
The Wheeler® Armorer’s Handgun Sight Tool is designed for adjusting, installing or removing front and rear dovetail style sights. This innovative tool even accommodates tapered handgun sight designs. This tool is complete with reference marks for precise adjustments on all semi-auto pistols, and even includes a reversible sight prong to accommodate popular slide designs. A large sight adjustment wheel makes minor sight adjustments a breeze. The Armorer’s Handgun Sight Tool is made of high end precision machined materials to keep you accurately adjusting and updating your handgun sights for years to come! Read more
Kahr Introduces Exclusive Black Armor 9mm and .45 ACP Handguns
Greeley, PA – Kahr Firearms Group is proud to introduce their latest Cerakote™ finish for the CM9 and the CM45. Officially called Cerakote H-190 Armor Black, the pistol has a flat black stainless steel slide with a black textured polymer grip and attractive black appointments. The flat black finish has a chalky appearance which gives it a more utilitarian look which appeals to many gun owners.Both the CM9093CB and CM4543CB were developed exclusively for MGE Wholesale. Consumers can ask their favorite firearms dealer to purchase these exclusive models from MGE Wholesale. The 9mm features a 3.1″ barrel, black polymer frame and a stainless steel slide, coated in a matte finish in Cerakote Armor Black. The .45 ACP pistol features a 3.34″ barrel and also has a black polymer frame and stainless steel slide in Cerakote Armor Black. The overall length on the CM9 is 5.42″ and 5.79″ on the CM45. The weight on the 9mm is 14 oz. and the .45 ACP is 17.3 oz. The 9mm has a 6+1 capacity and the .45 has a 5+1 capacity. Both handguns offer a trigger cocking DAO, lock breech, “Browning-type” recoil lug, and a passive striker block with no magazine disconnect. Both guns have drift adjustable white bar-dot combat rear sight with a pinned in polymer front sight. The MSRP on either the CM9093CB or the CM4543CB is $487. Read more
S&W M&P 15-22 SPORT Rifle Available in Magpul Original Equipment MOE SL Models
Now Available in Magpul® Original Equipment MOE SL® ModelsSPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Smith & Wesson today introduced the M&P 15-22 Sport™ MOE SL model (Magpul Original Equipment Slim Line). Now available with American-made Magpul accessories as standard equipment, the dedicated .22 LR M&P rifle retains the look and operating features of the company’s popular M&P rifle line, with the enhanced ergonomics of Magpul accessories. Read more
Winchester Repeating Arms Adds New Models to the Super X3 Shotgun Line
New for 2016 in the Winchester Repeating Arms Super X3 semi-auto shotgun line are the Super X3 Ultimate Sporting Adjustable and Super X3 Composite Sporting Carbon Fiber models.The Super X3 Ultimate Sporting Adjustable features a matte nickel-plated receiver, satin oil grade II/III walnut stock with adjustable comb and cut checkering. A ported Perma-Cote™ gray barrel with vent rib comes with a Tru-Glo® fiber-optic sight and white mid-bead. New features include Signature Red Briley® bolt handle, bolt release button and magazine cap weight system. Available in 12 gauge, 2 ¾” chambering in 28″, 30″ or 32″ barrel lengths. Suggested Retail, $1,869.99. Read more
Bush Pilot Survival Kit
A top drawer survival kit designed for back country pilots and maybe the rest of us. And, darn cool to include a firearm.
Skinner Sights, LLC, Saint Ignatius, MT – Skinner Sights makers of custom quality firearm sights for many years and the inventor of the unique HTF Firearms covert (hide firearms in your closet in their garment bag) is coming out with a specialized survival kit for Bush Pilots and back country enthusiasts.
“This unique survival kit is the result of spending a lifetime in the extreme outdoors. With the Skinner “BUSH PILOT” kit you will be prepared! To the best of my knowledge this is the first production kit of its type.” — Andy Larsson, owner of Skinner Sights.
Skinner Bush Pilot survival kit shown with some of the below listed components.
Gun:This unique survival kit comes with a customized Chiappa .44 Magnum 6+1 capacity take down lever action 51/2 pound rifle with 16″ barrel. Finished in warm tone hard chrome stainless steel and with a walnut stock it features Skinner’s incredibly effective (and beautiful) precision rear sight with interchangeable apertures and Skinner’s fiber optic front sight.
Other kit components: The kit includes a RAT-7 OKC Survival knife with a 7.2-inch carbon steel black powder coated blade and Micarta handle. The BUSH PILOT logo and serial number on the blade matches that of the carbine. The kit also contains Titan storm and water proof matches (in a sturdy capsule), a U.S. Government issue Doan magnesium fire starter, Ration brand heat and cooking stove with Hexamine fuel tablets, tough “polyester film space blanket” tube tent large enough for two adults, Brunton TruArc 3 flat base scouting compass and 50 feet of Mil. Spec. 750 Parachute cord.*
Rinehart’s New Motion-Focused Whitetail Doe Decoy
GW: This would be legal in Michigan, because it uses only wind power to move the head.
Janesville, WI – With years of experience in crafting the most lifelike, durable and realistic archery targets in the industry, Rinehart Targets® expands the scope of their brand with the introduction of the new Rinehart Doloma Doe decoy. The new Doloma Doe, like all Rinehart Decoys, is hand-sculpted by world-class wildlife artists for unmatched realism.
Rinehart has built its reputation on using specialized, durable and life-like material—and the Doloma Doe is no exception. She features a patented design, ultra-quiet Rinehart foam for silent transport and an easy-carry folding configuration for nimble treks to and from any hunting location.
Aside from her stunningly realistic looks, the Doloma Doe’s strongest attribute is her natural head turning—and neck turning—abilities. The capability to naturally turn her head in the slightest breeze to simulate life-like movement will draw in the wariest of bucks. With the anchor rod strategically positioned behind the front legs, breeze-activated movement allows the entire body of the decoy to pivot in addition to the motion of the head and neck. The patented Doloma Doe comes with a full-carry bag that’s crafted with a “quiet-tech” fabric and features a drawstring and a shoulder strap for comfortable and stealthy transport.
From the decoy design to the carry bag, Rinehart tweaked every detail in the field to create a decoy that’s designed and proven by hunters, for hunters. The key to a consistently successful decoy is realism and movement, and the Doloma Doe from Rinehart is turning heads in both these categories.
Specifications:
Height: 29 ¼ inches
Length: 49 inches
Simulated Weight: 95 pounds
Actual Weight: 8 pounds
Tool-less Assembly and Set-Up
Constructed of Exclusive Quite Rinehart Foam
Includes Quiet Carry Bag
MSRP for the Rinehart Doloma Doe decoy is $159.99
For more product information and media inquiries, please contact Glenn Walker, glenn@providencemarketinggroup.net
About Rinehart Targets:
Since 1999 Rinehart Targets has been manufacturing the best 3D archery targets on the market, and Rinehart expanded their offerings with the introduction of the Doloma Decoys. A combination of quality, durability and unique offerings makes all Rinehart products one of a kind and true in both scale and detail thanks to Rinehart’s award-winning team of wildlife sculptors. Rinehart’s diverse target line has been extremely well received by all levels of archery shooters and will continue to introduce cutting-edge technology in the future.
National Rifle Association Premieres NRA Precision Long Range School
FAIRFAX, Va. – Registration is now open for the National Rifle Association’s Precision Long Range School, with classes available July 2-3, Aug. 13-14, and Sept. 3-4, 2016, at Peacemaker National Training Center in Gerrardstown, West Virginia.The NRA Precision Long Range School is the ultimate long range shooting experience available. This school has been specifically designed to provide the world’s absolute best equipment, ranges, and instructors to teach students how to hit very small targets out to and beyond 1,100 yards, and how to make hits on the first shot.
This unique school covers a spectrum of long range shooting disciplines. Further, it allows students to incorporate best practices from all types of long-range competition disciplines, tactical long-range methods, and long-range hunting techniques. Read more