Stay Warm for Spectator Sports

Fall sports are underway, bringing big games, great rivalries, momentous excitement and – unfortunately – the possibility of substantial cold temperatures cutting into the enjoyment of cheering on a favorite team.

Few things can dampen team spirits more than sitting on cold bleachers, no matter how hot the action gets on the field. A blanket or a towel just won’t cut the chill when the temperatures drop, and after jumping up a few times to cheer, any built-up heat gets lost. And there’s only so far that hot thermos of coffee or cocoa can go. The bottom line is, when it’s cold outside, everyone wants a warm seat to stay toasty and comfortable in the stands while cheering for the home team.

THAW has just the answer with their Heated Stadium Seat. Perfect for any season, the rechargeable THAW Heated Stadium Seat features multiple heating modes, ranging from a high setting lasting seven hours to a low setting that lasts 16 hours. It’s USB rechargeable, is made from tough nylon that can withstand wear and tear, and it has heat-retaining insulation, so the warmth doesn’t fade away.

The THAW Heated Stadium Seat comes with a storage compartment for a drink or other accessories, and a shoulder strap and padded handle to make it easy to carry. It folds down to a manageable size, so it can be taken almost anywhere it’s needed. It also has a 10,000mAh Power Bank and a USB-A to USB-C charging cable. Read more

General, Hunting

DNR to Hold Public Meeting Dec. 6 on Development of Douglass Houghton Falls Scenic Site

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will host a public meeting next week in Houghton County to present conceptual designs for development of a state scenic site at Douglass Houghton Falls.

The meeting will run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6, in the auditorium of Lake Linden-Hubbell High School, located at 601 Calumet St. in Lake Linden.

At the meeting, DNR staff and U.P. Engineers & Architects, Inc. representatives will present conceptual designs for the site, followed by an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

“Douglass Houghton Falls is a natural gem in Michigan’s Copper Country, and it’s a place we want to ensure more people can discover and enjoy,” said DNR Parks and Recreation Division Chief Ron Olson. “It’s a special site with great significance locally and regionally, too, so it is key that the public has the opportunity to share their input as plans move forward.”

In 2018, the DNR purchased the 115-acre site from a private landowner through a 2015 Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant of $300,000.

The site itself offers Michigan’s tallest waterfall, at 110 feet, which presents spectacular panoramic views of pristine wilderness in the heart of the Keweenaw Peninsula. Read more

Wildlife

Mossy Oak and Fire-N-The-Hole Team Up to Provide 4 Inch Production Broadhead

In pursuit, the choice of broadheads can make all the difference. Fire-N-the-Hole and Mossy Oak are thrilled to introduce a game-changing addition to the world of compound and crossbow hunting: the Sidewinder Broadhead decorated with the iconic Mossy Oak Country DNA pattern.

This partnership aims to offer bowhunters a seamless shooting experience that always hits “right on the pin” per concept creater and owner Kenny Isringhausen. The 4 inch Sidewinder Broadhead was conceptualized in 2009 with the 4 inch broadhead released in 2018. Read more

Archery

Springfield Armory to Fund Scholarship for Hillsdale Action Shooting Team

American commercial firearms manufacturer Springfield Armory recently agreed to a four-year commitment to fund remitted scholarships for members of the Hillsdale College Action Shooting Team. The company also supplies the team with all of their firearms, which includes their XD-M Elites and Prodigy firearms.

“Our action shooting sports team is only a few years old. To date, most of our athletes have been walk-ons, and we have been very successful,” Head Coach Adam Burlew said. “Now, with Springfield’s help, we can recruit high school shooting sports athletes who want to help us win more championships, take advantage of Hillsdale’s rigorous academic offerings, and grow in heart and mind.”

The Hillsdale Action Shooting Team began as a club in 2017, before reaching varsity status in 2021. Members of the team shoot 9mm handguns at steel targets in a test of speed and accuracy. Last March, the team won its second consecutive national championship at the Scholastic Action Shooting Program’s College Nationals. The team currently has eleven members. Read more

Firearms

Hodgdon Releases the 2024 Hodgdon Annual Manual

Hodgdon Powder Company, The Gunpowder People®, is pleased to announce the release of the 2024 Hodgdon Annual Manual, the 21rst annual edition.

This manual features data for Hodgdon, Accurate Powder®, IMR®, Ramshot® and Winchester® Smokeless Propellants. In total, more than 6,000 loads are represented in this title, with updates for more than 70 rifle and pistol cartridges and more than 1,000 shotshell loads. Along with comprehensive load data, the 2024 Hodgdon Annual Manual offers authoritative articles by leading firearms industry writers, working with the editors of Shooting Times magazine. Read more

Ammunition

A Preview of 2024 CMP Competition Rules

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) now sponsors a comprehensive rifle and pistol competition program that is governed by seven different rulebooks. The CMP currently produces rulebooks for 1) Highpower Rifle, 2) Bullseye Pistol, 3) CMP Games (As-Issued Military Rifles and Pistols), 4) Smallbore Rifle, 5) Air Rifle and Air Pistol, 6) Action Pistol and 7) Junior Three-Position Air Rifle. Anyone who is not familiar with the many exciting opportunities offered by this program can find a detailed overview in the CMP Competitions webpage at https://thecmp.org/competitions/.

The annual process of producing the CMP rulebooks that will govern this program during the next competition year is now well underway. This “preview” will give CMP competitors and match sponsors a report on that process and provide advance information regarding rule changes that will be in the 2024 rulebooks. Unlike previous years when there were usually a few major rule changes, 2024 rule changes are mostly clarifications that strengthen existing rules. There are very few truly significant rule changes coming in 2024. Read more

Firearms

Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P9 Metal M2.0 Spec Series

MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc.

(NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today announces the release of its latest Spec Series Kit with the new Performance Center M&P9 Metal M2.0.

True to its design, this pistol not only sets a new benchmark for the Spec Series line but also places a heightened focus on performance, ensuring users encounter the pinnacle of what Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center models have to offer.

Upgraded features integrated into this Spec Series pistol include a built-in Faxon© compensator to mitigate felt re-coil and muzzle rise, custom lightening cuts in the slide to reduce weight and improve reliability while being compensated, an enhanced sear for a lighter, crisp trigger let-off, suppressor height sights, and a sharp OD Green Cerakote© finish. Within its sleek new look lies a testament to durability – a robust all-metal frame that can withstand the elements while still maintaining a well-balanced feel in the hand. Read more

Firearms

New Springfield Hellcat Pro with Viridian Package Now Available

Viridian Weapon Technologies is pleased to announce their participation in an exciting and exclusive pistol bundle with industry titans Springfield Armory and Sportsman’s Warehouse. Viridian’s portion of the bundle includes the brand new RFX11 Green Dot Reflex sight and the never-before-seen Custom CTL tactical light built specifically for the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro. The pistol + optic + light bundle is now available exclusively from Sportsman’s Warehouse, both in store and online. Read more

Firearms, Optics

Time to Check Trees for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid

Invasive pest now confirmed in seven Michigan counties

The Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development encourage those who have eastern hemlock trees on their property to take time this winter to inspect the trees for signs of hemlock woolly adelgid. Anyone taking to the woods also can help by looking for signs of this invasive insect while hunting, hiking or enjoying other outdoor activities.

Winter is the best time to look for evidence of an infestation, according to Robert Miller, MDARD’s invasive species prevention and response specialist.

“Cooler temperatures trigger feeding activity,” Miller said. “As hemlock woolly adelgid feeds, it secretes a white, waxy material that creates ovisacs. The presence of these small, round, white masses makes it possible to identify infested trees.” Read more

Wildlife
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