Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
On Wednesday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., DNR staff members – including Wildlife Division Chief Russ Mason and Assistant Chief Doug Reeves – will be available for questions at some of the busiest retail stores in southern Michigan. Read more
When Congress reconvenes on November 13, one of the first items the U.S. Senate could vote on is S. 3525, “The Sportsmen’s Act of 2012.” S. 3525 is an essential piece of legislation focused on the expansion and enhancement of hunting, recreational fishing and shooting on federal public land. Read more
Just as NRA warned would happen, following the election, the Obama administration has moved forward with its plans to support a United Nations Arms Trade Treaty. On Wednesday November 7, the U.S. Mission to the U.N. made clear its support for renewed ATT negotiations, casting a vote in favor of resolution A/C.1/67/L.11. The resolution calls for a “Final United Nations Conference on the Arms Trade Treaty” to be held in New York City from March 18-28. Read more
Most Michigan deer hunters are well aware that epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) has reared its ugly head at historic levels in Michigan this year. So, what does it mean for our upcoming firearms deer season and should hunters still kill does? Read more
ST. LOUIS, MO- DoubleTap™ Defense, LLC announces that it has chosen Florida-based Azimuth Technology, LLC to manufacture the DoubleTap™ concealed carry pistol. The DoubleTap Tactical Pocket Pistol was introduced at the 2011 NASGW show in Reno, Nevada. Read more
SPRINGFIELD, Mass.— Smith & Wesson Corp. has announced that after 50 years of production, the legendary Performance Center has introduced its own rendition of the popular Model 41 target pistol. With multiple competitive records to its credit, the Model 41 remains one of the most classic .22 LR pistols ever produced. Now, the coveted handgun is available in an optics ready platform available only from Smith & Wesson. Read more
From my friends at Birchwood Casey is this short video showing the simple process of refinishing (or finishing) a gun stock. The link is here…
The results from grass carp environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling done in Marrs and Washington lakes in Lenawee County was negative, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division. These samples were collected as a result of earlier observations and collections of grass carp in Marrs Lake in May and June 2012. Read more
LaserMax has announced they are shipping their CenterFire laser for the Ruger LCR revolver. The new laser is compatible with all three Ruger LCR calibers (.22, .380 and .357) and adds to the already available Ruger pistol offering which includes the Ruger LCP and LC9. Read more
The Arizona Game and Fish Department today filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit recently filed against the Kaibab National Forest by the Sierra Club, Grand Canyon Wildlands Council and Center for Biological Diversity. The groups want the U.S. Forest Service to place a mandatory ban on hunting with lead ammunition in northern Arizona. Read more