Conservation officers remind hunters to follow off-road vehicle laws

With firearm deer hunting season approaching, conservation officers at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources remind hunters heading afield using an off-road vehicle to follow ORV land-use regulations.

“Each year, we see hunters using ORVs where it is illegal to operate them,” said Lt. Andrew Turner, who leads the DNR’s recreation safety program. “We remind hunters that ORV restrictions are in place to protect natural resources and minimize user conflict with other hunters and outdoor recreation enthusiasts. To ensure everyone’s safety and to help everyone have an enjoyable hunt, we ask riders to know the rules and encourage others to do the same.”

ORV land-use regulations hunters should be aware of include the following: Read more

General, Hunting

Michigan conservation officers offer top 10 tips for a safe hunting experience

GW:  And, one more safety tip:  Keep your hand on the foregrip, if you are using a crossbow.

As firearm deer hunting season approaches, Michigan’s hunters are headed to the field to carry on the state’s rich hunting traditions. Conservation officers with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are offering their top tips for a safe hunting experience. Read more

Firearms, Hunting

Snowshoe-building workshops at Sleepy Hollow State Park

GW:  Seems like a lot of money, but anyone making their own snowshoes, would have a keepsake. 

Sleepy Hollow State Park (Clinton County) will offer several two-day snowshoe-building classes this winter, and registration is available now. Participants will learn to weave a pair of traditional wooden snowshoes similar to those made by Native Americans for generations. Below is the class schedule:

 

Friday, Dec. 5:  5-9 p.m. (Part 1)

Saturday, Dec. 6:  9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Part 2) 

Friday, Jan. 9:  5-9 p.m. (Part 1)

Saturday, Jan. 10:  9 a.m.-1p.m. (Part 2)

Friday, Jan. 23:  5-9 p.m. (Part 1)

Saturday, Jan. 24:  9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Part 2) 

Friday, Feb. 13:  5-9 p.m. (Part 1)

Saturday, Feb. 14:  9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Part 2)

 

The cost for making a pair of snowshoes is $170 and includes the pre-formed wooden frames, lacing, high-quality bindings and personal instruction. Sealing is required before the snowshoes can be used. Sealing will not be included in the cost of the class, but the instructor will demonstrate the sealing process. Classes are designed to be fun, informative and interesting. Because this is an activity that requires concentration over long periods of time, it is recommended for ages 16 and older. Read more

General

Comments sought for update of Wolf Management Plan

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is updating the 2008 Michigan Wolf Management Plan and is seeking comment on the implementation of the plan. The plan, and more specifically the four principal goals within the plan, has guided wolf management in Michigan for the last six years.

 

During this time, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service determined that the wolf population in the western Great Lakes region (including Michigan) had recovered and the species no longer required the protection of the Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA). After the removal from the ESA, the State of Michigan had full management authority for wolves.

 

The Wolf Management Plan was created using extensive public input to identify important issues and assess public attitudes towards wolves and their management, as well as a review of the biological and social science on wolves. The four principal goals within the plan are:

  • maintain a viable wolf population;
  •  facilitate wolf-related benefits;
  • minimize wolf-related conflicts;
  • and conduct science-based and socially acceptable management of wolves.

These goals will remain the same in the updated plan. The update will include reviewing scientific literature and including of new information, evaluating implementation based on the action items in the plan, updating action items, and addressing outdated information or clarifications that may be needed.

 

The DNR is seeking comment from those interested in wolf management to aid in the evaluation of plan implementation so far. Review of the plan update will occur in two distinct phases. The first phase will consist of a 30-day period in which interested parties, DNR staff members and Natural Resources Commission members can provide comment on the implementation of actions in the 2008 Plan. The second phase will be a 30-day period to comment on the Draft Updated Plan before it goes to the Natural Resource Commission for endorsement and the DNR director for signature.

 

The Phase 1 electronic survey is now open (www.surveymonkey.com/s/wolfplanupdate). Read more

Hunting, Wildlife

SAF Supporting CA Dealer Lawsuit v. Kamala Harris

BELLEVUE, WA – The Second Amendment Foundation has joined the Calguns Foundation and California Association of Federal Firearms Licensees in support of a lawsuit filed yesterday by four California gun dealers against State Attorney General Kamala Harris, alleging a violation of their First Amendment rights.

Actual plaintiffs in the lawsuit, which was filed in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, are Tracy Rifle and Pistol, owned by Michael Baryla; Ten Percent Firearms, owned by Wesley Morris; Sacramento Black Rifle, Inc., owned by Robert Adams, and PRK Arms, Inc., owned by Jeffrey Mullen. They are represented by attorneys Bradley A. Benbrook and Stephen Duvernay, Benbrook Law Group, PC, and UCLA Law Professor Eugene Volokh. Read more

Firearms, Gun Control, Self Defense

Brownells & Otis Technology to Host Live Webcast Thursday Morning


MONTEZUMA, Iowa – Brownells and the gun cleaning experts at Otis Technology are teaming up to host a live, interactive webcast on Thursday, November 13th at 10AM EST/ 9AM CST. Representatives from both companies will be on-camera demonstrating gun cleaning techniques using Otis Technology’s popular Breech-to-Muzzle® gun cleaning kits and products, plus answering real-time questions from participants.

Those who submit questions during the live event will have a chance to win Otis Technology gun cleaning products, and will receive an exclusive, limited-time discount on Otis products purchased at Brownells.com. Read more

Firearms

Davidson’s Announces Ruger Muddy Girl Exclusives


PRESCOTT, ARIZONA – Davidson’s has teamed up once again with Ruger to create a brand new finish for the extremely popular LCP and LC9s pistols. The grip frames on both pistols are high-performance, glass filled nylon and, for these Davidson’s exclusive models, sport an attractive Muddy Girl® camo finish.

The Ruger LCP, or Lightweight Carry Pistol, is an excellent backup or carry gun chambered in .380ACP and built around a through hardened alloy steel barrel and slide. The barrel on the LCP is 2.75″ long, and the gun weighs 9.4 ounces unloaded. The magazine holds six rounds and the pistol has an overall length of 5.16″ and a width of just 0.82″ making it easily concealable and comfortable to carry all day long. Read more

Firearms, Self Defense
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