Michigan Conservation officer recruits’ 23-week journey is underway

Chosen from a pool of nearly 400 applicants, 15 recruits assembled Sunday in Lansing to start down the path to becoming Michigan DNR conservation officers. The group gathered for day one of Conservation Officer Recruit School #11, during which they received intensive training to test them academically, emotionally and physically.

Follow their 23-week experience by subscribing to the weekly conservation officer academy blog, which also will be shared on DNR social media accounts.

“We have high expectations for this group, all of whom bring diverse life experiences with them,” said Chief Dave Shaw, DNR Law Enforcement Division. “These new recruits will be immersed in the rich history and culture of DNR law enforcement, and they’ll receive instruction from the ‘best of the best’ — veteran conservation officers who excel in the many specialized areas that make conservation officers unique among the law enforcement community.”

Additionally, three certified police officers were also hired as DNR conservation officers. They were sworn in Tuesday and will begin their natural resources law enforcement training as probationary conservation officers. Read more

General

Davidson’s Exclusive Heritage Barkeep “Roses”

PRESCOTT, Ariz. – Davidson’s, one of the nation’s leading firearms, optics, ammunition, and accessories distributors, has partnered once again with Heritage Manufacturing to produce another new Exclusive firearm.

Davidson’s, in conjunction with Heritage Manufacturing, has produced several exclusive single-action 22LR revolvers in both the Rough Rider and the newer Barkeep series from Heritage.

The Barkeep series from Heritage was instantly popular with consumers. The small form-factor paired with “old West” styling kept dealers stocking up on these fun and attractive little revolvers.

This Davidson’s Exclusive Barkeep has a 2-inch barrel and features a birdshead grip engraved with roses and vines. The 6-round cylinder is also engraved with roses and flourishes adding a dramatic flair.

As with all Heritage Barkeeps, this Exclusive comes with a custom wooden Heritage ejector rod. The Heritage Barkeep is equipped with a manual safety on the left-side of the frame. The finish is black oxide and this Barkeep has an overall length of 8.125 inches. Sights are the standard blade front coupled with a rear notch sight.

This Davidson’s Exclusive, Item#BK22B2-ROSES, has a low MSRP of $209.00. Read more

Firearms

FPC Files Lawsuit Challenging New York “Assault Weapons’ Ban as Unconstitutional

CENTRAL ISLIP, NY – Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced today that it has filed a new Second Amendment lawsuit challenging New York’s ban on so-called “assault weapons.” The complaint in Vanchoff v. James, along with other case information, can be viewed at FPCLegal.org.

“Enough is enough,” said FPC policy counsel Matthew Larosiere “the people of New York have suffered this abuse for far too long. The arms targeted by New York’s ban are ordinary arms, kept by ordinary people for ordinary–but extremely important–purposes, including the fundamental right to an effective self-defense. There is no justification for threatening peaceable people with long stints in a government cage for merely possessing a firearm, regardless of what that particular firearm looks like. With this suit, we hope to end this injustice that has for too long imperiled New Yorkers.”

“There is no constitutionally relevant difference between a semi-automatic handgun, shotgun, and rifle,” the brief explains. “While some exterior physical attributes may differ—wood vs. metal stocks and furniture, the number and/or location of grips, having a bare muzzle vs. having muzzle devices, different barrel lengths, etc.—they are, in all relevant respects, the same.” Read more

Gun Control

What to do if you find a bat in your house

SALT LAKE CITY — Most Utahns probably associate bats with fall and the Halloween season, but you shouldn’t be surprised if you find one in your home during the summer months. Utahns may see more bats this time of year because the baby bats (called pups) are learning to fly and leaving their roosts for the first time. Here’s what you should know about bats in Utah and what to do if you encounter them.

There are currently 18 confirmed bat species in Utah, but there may be more. The greatest diversity of bat species in the state is in southern Utah. Bats are the only mammals capable of true flight. They are found throughout the state and can be abundant wherever they can find food, shelter and water. Read more

Wildlife

Brownells Offers Huge Deals During PrimeTime Blowout Sale

GRINNELL, Iowa – Brownells customers will get amazing deals on big-name brands from July 11 through July 15 during the Brownells PrimeTime Blowout Sale.

Shoppers who visit www.Brownells.com starting July 11 will find many products discounted steeply – some 50% off retail – from well-known names like Colt, Hornady, Magpul, Law Tactical, Foxtrot Mike, Aero and many others.

Brownells will unveil new deals every day during the PrimteTime Blowout Sale giving customers many chances for a great buy on that special something they’ve been waiting for.

Customers can receive instant notifications about exclusive deals by texting the word PRIME to 556223. They can also visit at www.Brownells.com to see exclusive discount codes or sign up for email alerts. Read more

Ammunition, Firearms

Shepherd man sentenced for poaching four deer, leaving parts to waste

The antlers from four poached mule deer and the firearm used to kill them were confiscated from Brayden Reed by FWP game wardens.

Sentence includes fines, restitution and loss of hunting privileges

BILLINGS – A Shepherd man lost his hunting privileges for 16 years and will pay fines and restitution exceeding $6,000 after pleading guilty to 16 state and federal charges of poaching mule deer and leaving some parts at a federal recreation area.

Brayden Reed, 19, pleaded guilty in Yellowstone County Justice Court to four counts of unlawful possession of deer, two counts of wasting game, three counts of hunting during a closed season, two counts of unlawful use of equipment, two counts of hunting without a license and one count of killing more than a limit of deer. He also pleaded guilty in federal court to the crimes of littering and resource damage. Read more

Poachers

Masterpiece Arms Adds DS9 Open Pistol

MPA adds a new competition gun to their series of Double Stack 1911 Pistols.

Comer, Ga. – MasterPiece Arms (MPA), manufacturer of precision Pistol, BA Rifles and Chassis Systems, is proud to announce its new addition to the DS Pistol Series. The DS9 Open Competition Pistol makes its way to the ever-changing DS Product Line. The DS9 Open was designed with heavy influence from Team MPA Shooters, David Lyell and Travis Tomasie. This is a 9mm pistol intended for use in USPSA Open Division. This race gun is finely tuned and hand built. For more information on MasterPiece Arms and their product line of rifles, chassis systems, pistols, and accessories, visit www.masterpiecearms.com.To find out the latest delivery and lead times for all MPA bolt action rifles and chassis, please click here. Read more

Firearms

Streamlight Rail-Mounted TLR-10 G

Tactical Light for Full-Frame Handguns Features Green Aiming Laser

EAGLEVILLE, PA –– Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting and weapon light/laser sighting devices, introduced the TLR-10® G rail-mounted tactical light, featuring an integrated green aiming laser that is designed to maximize visibility and long-range targeting capability in a variety of tactical and home defense applications. The lightweight, compact light includes an ambidextrous on/off rear switch with high and low positions to suit user preference and delivers 1,000 lumens.

The TLR-10 G laser/light combination features a fast rail clamp for rock solid repeatability on a wide range of full-size weapons.

“Tactical users will appreciate the TLR-10 G’s brightness, extensive range and solid peripheral coverage, while also benefiting from its powerful green laser,” said Streamlight President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Sharrah. “The laser improves users’ ability to focus on targets during daylight hours, as the color green appears brighter to the human eye than other colored lasers. And it fits a wide variety of handguns, making it ideal for first responder and tactical applications, as well as concealed carry use.” Read more

Optics

FPC Files Supplemental Brief in Lawsuit Challenging Texas Young Adult Handgun Carry Ban

DALLAS, TX – Today, Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of a supplemental brief in Andrews v. McCraw, its Texas lawsuit seeking to restore the right to carry arms in public for adults under 21 years of age. The brief, which was requested by the Court after the Supreme Court’s opinion in NYSRPA v. Bruen, can be viewed at FPCLegal.org.

“Where previously Fifth Circuit precedent foreclosed Plaintiffs’ facial challenge, that precedent has been abrogated and this Court is free to consider this case as a matter of first impression under the new analysis,” argues the brief. “The new standard announced by the Supreme Court is exactly the text, history, and tradition-based standard that Plaintiffs have been arguing in favor of all along, and, as Plaintiffs have explained (and will demonstrate again here), under that standard the Carry Ban must be declared unconstitutional as inconsistent with the Amendment’s text and our nation’s history of firearms regulation”

“Last month’s decision in Bruen has only strengthened our case against Texas’ unconstitutional carry restrictions,” said FPC Policy Counsel Matthew Larosiere. “We look forward to restoring the rights of young adults to bear arms in the Lone Star State and nationwide.” Read more

Gun Control

Buck Knives Offers Free Factory Tours

POST FALLS, ID— Among the great American pastimes is driving the highways and byways to explore our scenic nation and enjoy the many sights and sounds that are uniquely American. If your summer travel plans bring you to the scenic Rocky Mountains and into Idaho, consider stopping at the Buck Knives factory in Post Falls and taking a tour.

The factory tour is free and takes approximately 45 minutes. You can see knife blades being cut, heat treated and ground, and then skillfully polished before a handle is attached and finishing touches are applied. Your tour will take you among various machines and departments with each completing a key component in manufacturing the quality knives Buck is well known for bringing to market. Maybe on the day you tour the factory, the company’s iconic Model 110 Folding Hunter—a first knife for many knife owners—will be in the manufacturing ques. The factory also has a museum that details numerous Buck Knives milestones spanning the more than 120 years the company has been hand-crafting quality cutlery. Read more

Cutlery
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