Michigan: Firearms Records Confidentiality Package Passes State Legislature, Youth Firearm Education Bill Still Awaiting Senate Action

Today, the final three bills included in the Firearms Records Confidentiality Package, Senate Bills 49, 834 and 881, passed in the Michigan House of Representatives with overwhelming bipartisan support.  These bills will now be returned to the state Senate for a recommendation of immediate effect.  If your state Representative voted for these bills, please call and thank him or her for supporting this important pro-gun reform package. Read more

Firearms, Gun Control, Hunting

Make mustard the old-fashioned way at Hayes State Park June 14

GW:  Just got some homemade jalapeno mustard at the Owosso Farmers’ Market last weekend.  Never knew mustard could be so tasty.

History guides from Walker Tavern Historic Site near Brooklyn will present “Making Mustard” at Walter J. Hayes State Park near Onsted Saturday, June 14, from 2-3 p.m. Campers and other park visitors will learn about mustard – and try making it themselves – the way early Michigan settlers made it. The program is free and open to all ages and will take place near the host campsite at Walter J. Hayes State Park. Read more

General

How Many Animals Does HSUS “Care” For?

This from www.HumaneWatch.org

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The Humane Society of the United States relies on guile. When HSUS advertises to the public, it implies that it is a cat-and-dog group, one that will “rescue animals now.” Yet only 1 percent of its budget goes to pet shelters, and HSUS doesn’t run a single pet shelter despite having $200 million in assets.

HSUS’s deceptive attitude was on display after the group recently took part in a $15.75 million settlement of a racketeering lawsuit. HSUS told the public that donor money would not go to pay the settlement. Yet HSUS was denied liability insurance for the settlement—a fact it willfully omitted from its statements.

Animal Rights, Hunting, Wildlife

Flying Circle Gun Bags

Boerne, TX – Flying Circle Bags hits the mark with its new line of firearm cases designed for the gamut of gun enthusiasts, from recreational sportsmen to professional marksmen. The company aims to please with its Scoped Carbine Case, Scoped Rifle Case, Small Tactical Pistol Rug, Large Tactical Pistol Rug, and Concealed Carry Waist Pack. Hunters, law enforcement officers, and weekend shooters may want to stockpile these cases in assorted colors, such as black, coyote brown, foliage, and MultiCam®. Owners of multiple firearms will appreciate the different sizes available and will also be impressed with the versatility these unique cases offer. Read more

Firearms

Got Bugs?

Cool little bugger that changes color and is one of my dearest friends, because it feeds on bugs that feed on me.  It makes the craziest sound, too.  If you didn’t know it, you wouldn’t think it was any kind of frog by the sound. 

Took this pic tonight, while the critter was attached to the garage door.  The door went up and down a few times and the little frog’s suction-cup feet held on, no problem.  They’ll stick to an area directly below lights to partake in a nightly smorgasbord, as well.

Green Tree Frog

Green Tree Frog

Wildlife

Thermacell Torch Gives Illumination, Repels Bugs

GW:  Wouldn’t be without ThermaCELL.  These things really work!

Bedford, Mass. — ThermaCELL, manufacturer of the award-winning area insect repellent, is introducing the only flameless torch on the market that also serves as a mosquito repellent and a table lantern. Taking functionality to the next level, ThermaCELL has introduced a torch that provides ambient lighting with a flickering, flame-like effect. Providing a safe alternative to open flame torches, the ThermaCELL Mosquito Repellent Flameless Torch also serves as a mosquito repelling device, utilizing patented technology with proven effectiveness. The torch can be transformed to a table-top lantern using the provided lantern base. This new product is great for warding off mosquitos and other biting insects from a larger area by using multiple torches simultaneously. Read more

General, Wildlife
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