?USDA to Invest $700,000 to Increase Recreational Public Access on Private Lands in Montana

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will partner with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks to improve and increase wildlife habitat and public access for recreational opportunities on privately-owned and operated ranch lands.

“Montana will receive more than $700,000 for the purchase of conservation leases on private ranch lands enrolled in the Sage-Grouse Initiative (SGI) Program,” said Rick Northrup, wildlife habitat bureau chief for FWP. “This generous grant will benefit landowners, wildlife, and recreationists in areas that provide high quality sage-grouse habitat.” Read more

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New Colt “Defender” Ammunition

DKG Trading, Inc., Sparta, IL, proudly announces the introduction of the NEW Colt “Defender” series of solid copper, hollow-point center-fire pistol ammunition. Colt “Defender” features an all-copper bullet which provides exceptional penetration and expansion, while maintaining nearly 100% bullet weight retention. Premium ammunition at a most affordable price. Read more

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Free Big Game Decoy Setup Guide From Montana Decoy

Montana Decoys is excited to announce the launch of the 2015 Big Game Decoy Setup Guide. This downloadable guide features seven unique hunting situations that will show hunters how and when to use a decoy. With advice from some of the top hunters, this guide will help everyone become a better elk, moose or antelope hunter in preparation for the coming season.

This detailed guide illustrates common situations that hunters face each season, including how to lure a mature bull elk into a field, hunt them in the high country or during the rut. Need to know how grab the attention of an occupied bull, or use a decoy during the post rut? We’ve got you covered. Scroll on down and the guide depicts a couple scenes on luring in rutting bull moose and antelope bucks. Each scenario accurately describes which decoys to use and how they are most effective in certain situations.

The guide is free to download at www.montanadecoy.com/guides. And as a gift for doing so, users will receive a special coupon code for 15% off of their next purchase at montanadecoy.com

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Hogue Offers G10 Magrip Kits for 1911 Government Model Pistols

Henderson, NV – If you’re a proud owner of a 1911 Government Model autoloader and you’re considering a new set of grip panels, Hogue Incorporated cordially invites you to take it the next level with one of their Magrip Kits (http://www.hogueinc.com/search.php?q=magrip&x=0&y=0).

Each kit includes two extended grip panels and a matching mainspring housing. “Once installed, a Magrip Kit integrates a magwell into your 1911 grips.” said Pat Hogue. “That makes for quicker, easier magazine changes – a must have in competition. Plus, it’s a great way to unify the look and feel of one of America’s most popular sidearms.” Read more

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Float Plan Results in Rescue of Three Lake Erie Boaters

Boating Safety App

CLEVELAND — A float plan was the key to sucess in the rescue of three people and a dog who were found stranded on their grounded boat on Middle Sister Island in Lake Erie Wednesday afternoon following a search by the U.S. and Canadian Coast Guards, multiple state and local agencies, and a good Samaritan.

“It’s important for mariners to remember to bring along proper signaling gear, such as a marine radio, flares or even a cell phone,” said Senior Chief Petty Officer Gabriel Settel, the assistant command center chief at Coast Guard Sector Detroit. “Letting someone know where you are going is just as important as safety gear, and in this case resulted in lives saved.”

Just before 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, the watchstander at Coast Guard Station Toledo, Ohio, received a report of an overdue 17-foot yellow, black and white boat with three people and a dog aboard. The reporting source stated the boaters had left the previous evening from Lake Erie Metropark and had yet to return. She said the last she heard from them was shortly before 10 p.m. when they stated they were having trouble finding their way back to shore. Read more

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Nation’s best bird hunting a Michigan treasure – GEMS help connect local business and hunters

GEMS (Grouse Enhanced Management Sites) logoSeptember brings many things, but for bird hunters, it’s the month they’ve been waiting for since last year. Sept. 15 marks the opening day of ruffed grouse season in Michigan, the time when trucks hit public land two-tracks in search of prime hunting spots.

“Opening day of grouse season is a real treat – the woods are just coming alive with color, and you can smell fall in the air,” said Department of Natural Resources upland game bird specialist Al Stewart. “With woodcock season opening on Sept. 19 this year, we have two openers only a few days apart! This is going to be a really exciting fall!”

The DNR and various partners have worked together to develop and maintain Grouse Enhanced Management Sites (GEMS) to give bird hunters places to target their hunt, help other hunters give bird hunting a try, and give seasoned hunters new locations to explore.  GEMS are normally remote areas and vary in size from several hundred to several thousand acres. An intensive timber harvest schedule, closely monitored by DNR staff, helps to provide great wildlife habitat, and old logging roads are converted to walking trails that offer minimal terrain challenges and provide comfort to hunters who may not be familiar with the area. Read more

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Partners help DNR stock more than 4 million walleye this year

close-up of walleye caught in Michigan

The Department of Natural Resources today announced the totals from its annual walleye rearing pond harvest and stocking of walleye fingerlings. The DNR’s Fisheries Division and tribal partners stocked nearly 4.7 million walleye fingerlings in more than 110 water bodies located throughout Michigan this spring and summer.

Walleye ponds are a critical component of the DNR’s coolwater fisheries management and have been used extensively since the mid-1970s. More than 30 walleye ponds located throughout Michigan were used this year, and most rely heavily on the support of local sportsmen’s organizations.  These groups assist with the ponds’ finances and supply volunteers to help with fertilization, pond maintenance and fish harvest. Read more

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Michigan Anterless Deer License Applications On Sale Until August 15

The Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that the application period for antlerless deer licenses ends tomorrow (Aug. 15). Hunters may apply for one license in any open Deer Management Unit statewide; a nonrefundable $5 fee is charged at the time of application. Drawing results and leftover license availability may be viewed atwww.michigan.gov/huntdrawings beginning Sept. 2. Read more

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??Stag Arms Now Offers 300 Blackout AR-15 Rifles

Stag Arms is proud to release its 16 inch AR-15 carbine rifles in the popular 300 AAC BLK / 7.62x35mm caliber. The company had researched and tested many different cartridges on the AR-15 platform before making a final decision. Stag Arms president Mark Malkowski stated “In addition to the upper halves we offer in this caliber we are now offering a complete AR-15 rifle using the 300 Blackout cartridges with heavier bullets, great ballistics, and already on the shelves of most major stores. By utilizing the same reliable AR-15 firearm platform customers can still use their standard accessories.”

The Model 1, 2, 2T, 3, 3T, & 3T-M series of rifles can now be purchased in the 300 Blackout caliber for an additional $50.00. The barrels are 16″ long and manufactured from 4140 steel with chrome lining on the inside to increase durability. The 1/7 twist rate is designed to work with all bullet weights in the caliber and the barrel thread for the muzzle device is 5/8×24.

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