Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
We’ve already given out 6 guns to 6 lucky winners. Only one week remains until the drawing for the SOTG 3.0 Gun Giveaway Grand Prize. At the close of business on Monday October 15, 2012 one lucky winner will be chosen to receive a KRISS USA Vector Carbine Package. Read more
SUPERIOR, WI- (October 9, 2012) – It didn’t matter if you were racing down a trail on your bike, doing tricks on your skateboard or cruising the streets with your roller blades, Generation X knew that it was all about being outside and getting it done. Now with youngsters of their own, GenXers are working hard to help their Generation Z kids blaze their own trails in the great outdoors. Recognizing this passion, the makers of The BLOCK are proud to introduce The BLOCK GenZ Youth Archery Target. Read more
Michigan House Bill 5249 that would allow the use of certain specific rifles during the regular firearm deer season in the area that is currently restricted to only shotguns, muzzleloaders, and certain types of pistols has passed a House vote and has been referred to committee of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism. From there the bill heads to the Senate, and if passed, to Governor Snyder for signature.
To date there has been little resistance to the notion of using relatively low-powered, straight-wall centerfire rifles in Zone III. When compared to modern shotguns and modern in-line muzzleloaders, this “new” brand of caliber pales. Once again, Republican leadership is on the verge of restoring some of our lost rights, which were originally taken from us on strictly arbitrary reasons based on misconceptions. Read more
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds waterfowl hunters about the new Wetland Wonders Challenge. The contest focuses on promoting Michigan’s seven premier Managed Waterfowl Hunt Areas (MWHA). These areas include:
Today, the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation along with Safari Club International, the Wisconsin Bear Hunters Association, and the United Sportsmen of Wisconsin filed a motion to intervene in a Wisconsin lawsuit seeking to stop the use of dogs in the state’s wolf hunt.
The lawsuit, filed by a coalition of Wisconsin humane societies and several individuals against the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR), claims that the use of dogs to hunt wolves violates the state’s animal cruelty law despite the fact that the animal cruelty law clearly states it does not apply to hunting. The lawsuit also claims that the WDNR should have enacted strict rules on using dogs to pursue wolves. These unnecessary restrictions would make it nearly impossible to effectively hunt wolves with dogs. Read more
During an internal quality review, Carl Walther GmbH has identified a condition that may exist in certain PK380 pistols which may permit a round to be discharged if the trigger is pulled, despite engagement of the manual safety. Walther has found that engagement of the manual safety may not prevent firing of a chambered round when the trigger is pulled.
This recall applies to Walther PK380, .380 ACP pistols manufactured by Carl Walther GmbH from May through September 2012, which have a serial number range from PK101201 to PK112155.
STOP USING YOUR PISTOL AND RETURN IT TO WALTHERAMERICA AT ONCE.
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House Bill 5225, legislation that would eliminate the state handgun “permit-to-purchase” and registration requirements, is currently stalled in the Michigan Senate. The reason for this delay stems from opposition by the Michigan State Police, as well as Governor Rick Snyder’s office, asking Senate leadership to “hold” HB 5225. The Michigan State Police, never friendly to pro-gun reforms, including the current state Right-to-Carry law, has even proposed a number of crippling amendments to HB 5225 that would perpetuate Michigan’s antiquated registration system in the event that they are unable to stop its passage. Read more
Overland Park, Kan. – M-Pro 7, a leading provider of military-grade weapons maintenance products, has introduced M-Pro 7 Foaming Gun Cleaner. The combat-proven gun cleaning formula from M-Pro 7 is now available in an easy-to-use, fast-acting foam cleaner.
M-Pro 7 Foaming Gun Cleaner is vital to maintaining weapon reliability and performance. The deep-cleaning, spray-on foam penetrates quickly to remove layers of embedded carbon, copper and lead fouling. In addition to its cleaning power, the foaming solution conditions the bore to help prevent future build-up. Read more
All 10 spots have been filled for the Quality Deer Management Association (QDMA) National Youth Hunt, QDMA’s signature youth event that will be held on a 35,000-acre farm in southern Georgia on Oct. 25-28.
Each youth was selected from a pool of nominees with the intention of introducing new hunters to the world of white-tailed deer hunting. Youth who will participate in the 2012 Youth Hunt will represent Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas. Read more
GW: This state-of-the-art rangefinder is small enough to fit inside a small shirt pocket, so there’s no reason not to take it along. And, since I’m not technologically advanced, I most appreciate the clear instructions provided in book form. With four brightness levels of the LED display, it can be set easily for sun or low light. No reason to complain about it.
Bushnell, the undisputed leader in laser rangefinder technology, introduces a rugged new compact lightweight unit for 2012.
Bushnell’s G-Force Arc 1300
The new G-Force 1300 ARC laser rangefinder has a host of features that will appeal to a wide range of hunters and shooters. The unit features ranging capabilities out to 1300 yards reflective, 900 yards to objec ts like trees and 500 yards to deer.
It has a 6x magnification eyepiece with adjustable diopter setting. The unit is fully waterproof and has the patented Bushnell RainGuard HD permanent lens coating for a clear bright view in inclement weather. Read more