Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
TULSA, Okla. (June 3, 2013) – Already a go-to resource for hunters and anglers in search of the finest trophy destinations around the world, NRA Outdoors now delivers NRA members access to specialized training from renowned instructors at world-class facilities with the first Long Range Hunting/Shooting School featuring “Top Shot” winner Iain Harrison, which begins June 6. Read more
GW: This bill died last year and has been brought back to life by Representative Matt Lori, whom I worked with last year on this bill. The arguments against the bill are lame.
1) “… could create the perception of a public safety risk…” So, educate the uninformed.
2) “Allowing certain rifles that shoot straight-walled cartridges could result in conservation officers having to enter privately-owned land to check cartridges…” Since the DNR doesn’t enter privately-owned land to check – for the sake of checking – anything else, what’s the big deal about checking calibers. Same with pistols in the Zone III during deeer season. How do they know a pistol meets the requirements – minimum caliber, no centerfire cartridges, etc? They don’t! And, what has been the issue with this over the last decade? None.
Get on with it!
ALLOW THE USE OF RIFLES IN “SHOTGUN” ZONE
House Bill 4283 (reported from committee without amendment)
BRIEF SUMMARY: The bill 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. Read more
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Dallas, TX.- D.T. Systems has revolutionized the E-Collar market with the unveiling of the new Rapid Access Pro Trainer (R.A.P.T.) 1400 E-Collar. This revolutionary hands free transmitter design allows average dog owners, as well as expert handlers and trainers to position the transmitter on their hands in a variety of positions so corrections can be made instantly, without having to locate the transmitter. The R.A.P.T. features a Rapid Access™ button (easily accessible with one finger-located directly on top of the unit) that can be programmed to Nick, Continuous or Vibration Assist correction functions-for one touch operation without the need to use the entire hand. Read more
Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA), and the Association of Marina Industries Partner to Entice New Boaters
As part of a nationwide observance, Michigan is celebrating Welcome to the Water on National Marina Day, June 8, by inviting anyone interested in learning more about what it takes to get into boating to try a free, on-water demo at any of the participating destinations. Read more
A new peregrine falcon, an endangered species in Michigan, has arrived in its family’s new home atop the Campbell Ewald Building on VanDyke in Warren. The strong chick is thriving under the care of its attentive parents.
While sightings of peregrine falcons have been reported on and off near the Campbell Ewald Building since 2004, the falcons just took up residence this year.
“It’s like Christmas,” said Campbell Ewald Building Manager Paul Lenney. Lenney installed a nest box and a nest camera atop the building in 2006, hoping to entice a pair of falcons. His patience and hospitality paid off. Just seven years later, the falcons have arrived. Read more
Overland Park, Kan – Bushnell Outdoor Products, an industry-leader in high performance sports optics for 65 years, has introduced a new 8x 30mm digital camera binocular. The new ImageView 8x 30mm combines eight power magnification optics with a camera that delivers both high resolution photos and high definition (HD) video, allowing users to capture incredible images with clarity and ease.
Bushnell ImageView Binocular
GW: This is the first I’ve heard about this proposal. Sounds good!
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today advised the public that a local organization will hold an informational meeting regarding a proposed deer antler point restriction (APR) on June 4 at the East Lansing High School.
A group known as the Lower Peninsula Deer Management Initiative (LPDMI) has proposed a four-point APR for all of Zone 3 in southern Michigan. Read more
Tornadic activity, Shiawassee County, MI
A tornado forms in this shot through the rain-soaked lens of my Day 6 Plotwatcher Pro. In Shiawassee County, Michigan on May 28, 2013. The National Weather Service confirmed three tornado touchdowns in the county.
The Department of Natural Resources today announced that, with support provided by the Arbor Day Foundation, it planted more than 7 million seedlings this spring on state forest land. In all, the DNR reforested about 7,500 acres in April and May. The Arbor Day Foundation supported the planting of 400,000 tree seedlings in both the northern Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula. Read more