Coast Guardsman Missing in Alaska
A seemingly simple hike by a Coast Guardsman in Alaska evolves into a search by his co-workers turning into a mystery, as no sign of him has been found. Hope is not lost but snow has hampered efforts. More here…
Who Pays for School Guards?
Just read this lead-in to a piece in a local newspaper: School officials have one response to the National Rifle Association’s call for armed police in every school: Who’s paying? My question is rhetorical: Who has paid so far?
There is a price to pay for everything. So, the answer is in one’s priorities.
Here is one solution. Remember when Obama visited his friend Hugo Chavez, President of Venezuela and committed billions of our tax dollars to pay for his oil production efforts? Then Obama remarked that the U.S. would be his best customer?
Let’s start right there by putting that cash toward school security. Want more ideas? More Read more
Gun Control Advocates Misinformation by Guard in Columbine Attack
You many have heard that arming guards in each school is a bad idea, because Columbine High had such a guard and it didn’t work. Here’s why: Read more
Tucson Youngster Packs Pistol in School Backpack
And, I thought schools were gun-free zones. A six year-old elementary school boy defied lawmakers and came packing just a few days ago. Details here…
Muskallonge Lake State Park to host 14th annual Tahquamenon Country Sled Dog Race on Jan. 5
One of the Midwest’s most prominent mid-distance sled dog races will be held in a new location this year. The Department of Natural Resources today announced the Tahquamenon Country Sled Dog Race (TCSDR), held the last 13 years at Rainbow Lodge on the mouth of the Two-Hearted River, will be hosted this winter by Muskallonge Lake State Park from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5. Read more
The Battle is Not Coming–It is Here! You Must Remain Engaged!
NRA initially withheld comment about the horrible crime that took place in Newtown, Connecticut last week, out of respect for the families of the crime’s victims and other residents of that community, and while law enforcement officials there conducted their investigation. However, President Obama and a usual cast of characters, in keeping with their longstanding practice of not letting any crisis go to waste, quickly used the tragedy to push their gun ban agenda. Read more
The NRA Speaks for Change
The National Rifle Association’s 4 million mothers, fathers, sons and daughters join the nation in horror, outrage, grief and earnest prayer for the families of Newtown, Connecticut … who suffered such incomprehensible loss as a result of this unspeakable crime.
Out of respect for those grieving families, and until the facts are known, the NRA has refrained from comment. While some have tried to exploit tragedy for political gain, we have remained respectfully silent.
Now, we must speak … for the safety of our nation’s children. Here is the plan in their own words: http://nranews.com/pressconferencereplay.html Read more
Michigan State Park yurts available for unique winter camping experience
Outdoor enthusiasts seeking a unique winter getaway are reminded that several of Michigan’s State Parks have yurts available for rental year-round.
Yurts are sturdy, round, tent-like structures – the use of which can be traced back through history for an estimated 3,000 years.
Yurt
The year-round yurts found in Michigan’s State Parks have become popular alternative lodging options for winter hikers, cross-country skiers and snowmobilers wishing to explore some of the most remote locations and stunning scenery the state has to offer. Read more
Associated Press Clouds the Gun Debate with Its Ignorance
By Glen Wunderlich
There are so many opinions about “doing something” about guns, I’ve purposely avoided comment to date. But, after reading an AP piece, it’s easy to see why people become confused.
It begins by stating that the previous “assault weapons” ban was considered imperfect by many. Then it starts the misinformation indicating that if the ban had been in place during the Sandy Hook killings, it would have been illegal for the gunman to use the 30-round magazines…
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HSUS Can’t Stand the Heat
On Friday, sparks flew on Alan Warren Outdoors, a Texas-based radio show. HSUS CEO Wayne Pacelle went on to explain his organization’s position on hunting and fishing. Warren, a hunting advocate, pressed Pacelle hard on what kind of hunting HSUS supports. And then we called in to debate Wayne about his animal rights group’s deceptive practices on the whole.
You’d think a slick politician like Pacelle, especially given the size of his ego, would be happy to try to talk his way around our criticism of his organization. But instead, he spouted off a few insults and then hung up.
Listen to the exchange: http://humanewatch.org/index.php/site/post/hsus_tucks_tail_and_runs Read more