Clean-Shot® Archery Receives US Patent on Nock Out® Lighted Nocks

Kent, Washington: Clean-Shot® Archery, Inc. is excited to announce that as of July 15, 2014 patent #8,777,786 has been issued to protect the innovative features of their Nock Out® lighted nocks. While other patents are still pending on this product line, the ‘786 patent covers several exclusive features that are included with each package of Nock Out® lighted nocks, including: Universal Fit, Practice Mode, and Easy Off.

“The introduction of the Nock Out® lighted nocks at the January 2014 ATA show was an overwhelming success. Our products can now be purchased at almost every major retailer, including Bass Pro® Shops, Cabela’s® and over 2,200 Walmart® stores across the nation. Dealers are also signing up on a daily basis as they learn about Clean-Shot’s Frustration-Free lighted nock. Retailers and archers alike appreciate the patented Universal Fit feature of the Nock Out®. Retailers only need one peg per LED color (instead of five) and archers can transfer the Nock Out® between multiple shaft sizes or share them with their family. Read more

Bear hunting clinic offered in Cadillac Aug. 9, 10 and 16

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering a bear hunting clinic at the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center at Mitchell State Park in Cadillac.Three separate clinics are offered and will take place on Aug. 9, 10 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Students will learn the ins and outs of bear hunting with experienced hunters and experienced DNR educators. The class will cover habitat, gear, stand placement, baiting, rules and regulations, carcass care, and hide care by master taxidermist Kevin Perry. Participants will spend about four hours in the classroom then go outdoors to learn how to place a stand and bait in the woods.  Read more

Federal Duck Stamp now available for online purchase

 hunter in field buying license on mobile deviceWaterfowl hunters can now buy the federal migratory bird hunting stamp – also known as the Duck Stamp – online at www.mdnr-elicense.com. The online purchasing option is part of a partnership between the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service’s Federal Duck Stamp Office, designed to make the Duck Stamp more readily available and increase participation in this successful wetland conservation program.

 

The Federal Duck Stamp, required annually for all migratory waterfowl hunters age 16 or older, costs $17 via E-license, the DNR’s online hunting, fishing, ORV and snowmobile license sales system. The stamp cost is $15, and both the stamp distributor and the DNR charge a $1 processing and handling fee. There will be no refunds available once the stamps are purchased. Read more

Partnerships key to success of upper Black River brook trout fishery

Although the late author and avid fly-fisherman Ernest Hemingway is well known for writing about the Upper Peninsula’s Two-Hearted River (which was actually the Fox River incognito), there are other trout streams in Michigan that he held so dear, they didn’t even appear in his short stories – only in letters to trusted friends and confidantes.Members of the Upper Black River Council help place structure to improve trout habitat on the upper Black River in the northeastern Lower Peninsula.

The northeastern Lower Peninsula’s upper Black River, long recognized as one of Michigan’s best brook trout streams, was one of those hush-hush Hemingway haunts that today, through the work of a strategically aligned group of partner organizations, has become a destination point for anglers chasing wild brookies.

“It’s renowned for its wild brook trout population,” said Tim Cwalinski, the Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologist who manages waters within the Black River Watershed. “We get pretty good survival and growth and it is a destination for anglers who want to fish for brook trout, particularly the East Branch, the mainstream and Canada Creek.” Read more

On Target: Annual Hunting Film Tour Coming to Town

 Fair chase adventure films provide hefty stoke 

in advance of upcoming hunting season.

July 17, 2014

  

2014 HFT Sizzle Reel
2014 HFT Sizzle Reel

(Boulder, Colo.) G2 Adventure Entertainment and Webeye Group are proud to introduce the 2nd annual Hunting Film Tour (HFT). The HFT is a traveling film festival that allows outdoor enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy exciting, story-driven content from hunting adventures around the globe, all of which will be shown on the big screen in crisp high definition

Unlike the 30-minute TV segments that have long dominated outdoor media, The HFT provides a home for unique films and filmmakers that capture the stories, landscapes and pursuits that make hunting a generational passion.  From big game archery and rifle hunts, to exotic international quests, to wing shooting and water fowl, the 2014 tour features 12 films, each highlighting a different mission. 

More than 50 tour stops are scheduled for 2014, making The HFT one of the largest cinematic events of its kind.  Theaters across the US and Canada will play host to premieres, each of which is a fun live event that provides the perfect place for attendants to gather, swap stories, enjoy tremendous sponsor giveaways and get fired up for the upcoming season. 

“There hasn’t been many outlets for hunting film makers until we started this tour in 2013,” said Gary Gillett, owner of G2 Adventure Entertainment.  “Filmmakers, fans and sponsors alike are really excited about the Film Tour format and the opportunity to gather with friends and see their sport on the big screen.  The film line up for 2014 is even better than last year and we’re really looking to sharing it with the public.”

House votes to limit DC from enforcing gun laws

Rep. Thomas Massie’s (R-Ky.) amendment to the fiscal 2015 Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill passed by a vote of 241-181 and would prohibit funding to enforce its handgun ban and other gun laws.

Of course, the liberals are crying fowl, because their attempts to continue to infringe on the Second Amendment, and therefore, its citizens rights, would not be supported.  Trouble is, it won’t get past the Senate.  Good try, however.

Details here…

 

More than 19 million fish stocked this spring create plenty of opportunity

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today announced the final totals from its spring fish-stocking efforts. The DNR’s Fisheries Division stocked a total of 19,382,390 fish that weighed 383 tons and consisted of 10 different species and one hybrid. To complete this task, it took nearly 400 stocking trips to 739 stocking sites, with drivers traveling more than 100,000 miles over the course of 2,168 hours, using 17 specialized stocking trucks.

“It was another outstanding spring stocking season that will bring significant benefits and fishing opportunities to Michigan,” said Ed Eisch, acting DNR fish production manager. “Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our staff, fish were reared and delivered to stocking sites in excellent condition. The numbers produced and stocked were right on target for almost all areas.”

The number and type of fish stocked vary by hatchery, as each location’s ability to rear fish varies because of water supplies and temperature. In Michigan, there are six state and two cooperative hatcheries that work together to produce the species, strain and size of fish needed by fisheries managers. These fish must then be delivered at a specific time and location for stocking to ensure their success. Each hatchery stocked the following fish this spring:
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Kids can try firearms, archery equipment on for size during Demo Days at DNR shooting range

boy shooting at targetThe Department of Natural Resources will once again offer Demonstration Days for mentored youth hunters at its Ortonville, Pontiac Lake, Rose Lake and Sharonville shooting ranges in July and August.

Mentored youth hunting regulations require that hunting devices are properly fitted and appropriately suited to the youth hunter. The Demonstration Days events will give young hunters a chance to try a variety of firearms – rifles, shotguns and muzzleloaders – archery equipment and crossbows with help from range officers and hunter education instructors; meet with conservation officers about what to expect while in the field; and try out the DNR’s hunting simulator. Participating partners include the National Wild Turkey Federation with its JAKES trailer and Pheasants Forever.

Mentored youth hunters and other young people interested in hunting are invited to stop by between 4 and 8 p.m. on the following days: Read more

Peregrine falcons in southeast Michigan: banding season comes to a close

peregrine falcon chick with leg bandThe Department of Natural Resources has banded 15 peregrine falcon chicks in the Southeast Region this spring. The Southeast Region, extending from the Ohio border to the Thumb, includes Monroe, Lenawee, Hillsdale, Jackson, Washtenaw, Wayne, Macomb, Oakland, Livingston, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Sanilac, Tuscola, Saginaw, Bay and Huron counties.

At about three weeks of age and before they can fly, peregrine falcon chicks are given two bands on their legs – one bi-colored band with large numbers that can be read from a distance and a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Band, which is usually purple and bears a serial number specific to that bird. These bands are placed on young birds so that scientists can monitor and track the dispersal, migration, life span, reproductive success, behavior and population growth of the falcons. Read more

New Microtac™ Tactical Micro-laser Sight By Truglo®

TRUGLO® Inc., manufacturer of the world’s most advanced line of fiber-optic sights and accessories for the shooting sports industry introduces its NEW MICROTAC™ TACTICAL MICRO-LASER SIGHT in green or red. Utilizing the next generation of high efficiency semiconductor laser diodes, this tactical micro-laser sight instills confidence for precision aiming and is ideal for concealed carry. Read more

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