Michigan: ‘Lodge and Learn’ about walleye fishing with Outdoor Skills Academy

Starting this month, the DNR Outdoor Skills Academy will offer classes at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center in Roscommon – commonly known as the RAM Center – giving you an opportunity to add an overnight stay on the shores of on Higgins Lake to your outdoor recreation education experience.

The first class at the RAM Center will be the June 19 Walleye Fishing Clinic.

Pro walleye tournament angler Dan Miller will cover the ins and outs of walleye fishing in this class that will go through how Outdoor Skills Academy pro-staffers, Pure Fishing pros and others spend their day chasing trophy walleye. Learn about seasonal activities, how to set up your boat and more. DNR staff will be on hand to answer any rules and regulations questions you may have. Plus, tips from a master taxidermist on how to care for your trophy fish when you catch it and want to have it mounted.

Cost for the class is $45, which includes lunch and instruction. To register, go to Michigan.gov/DNRLicenses and click on the “Purchase a license” button. Sign in (using either a username and password or your ID and birthdate), and find the class under the Outdoor Skills Academy tab. Read more

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Michigan ‘Three Free’ Weekend: Fishing, ORV riding and Recreation Passport

June 12-13, residents and out-of-state visitors can fish, ride Michigan’s off-road trails or visit state parks and state-managed boating access sites – all for free.

Free Fishing Weekend: Two days twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan’s premier outdoor activities, Michigan fishing, for free! All fishing license fees will be waived for two days. Residents and out-of-state visitors may enjoy fishing on both inland and Great Lakes waters for all species of fish. All fishing regulations will still apply. This year’s weekend includes a 4-H Youth Virtual Fishing Derby for kids ages 5-19 (no need to be a 4-H member).

Free ORV Weekend: Twice a year, residents and nonresidents legally can ride without buying an ORV license or trail permit during Free ORV Weekends (the second one is set for Aug. 21-22). All other ORV rules and laws still apply. Riders will have access to nearly 3,800 miles of off-road trails and the state’s six scramble areas.

Waived Recreation Passport: A Recreation Passport will not be required for entry into state parks and boating access sites during ‘Three Free’ Weekend.

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POMA, NSSF and Williamson County Sheriff’s Offices Partner to Promote Project Childsafe

JOHNSTOWN, PA – The Professional Outdoor Media Association (POMA), in conjunction with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), and the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department will hold a press conference on June 14, at the Cool Springs Marriot and Convention Center in Franklin, TN, at 11:00 a.m. CST to promote Project ChildSafe.

A program of the NSSF, Project ChildSafe has distributed more than 38 million firearm safety kits throughout the country since 2003. The program receives support from the firearms industry, federal and state grants, and public donations and is partnering with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Department to provide free firearm safety kits to local residents.

“With the increase in gun owners in the past year and the coming of summer with children being out of school, it is all that more important for us to be vigilant in keeping children safe,” said Thomas MacAulay, executive director of POMA. “Active gun owners should know about this program, and we are trying to do our part to educate the general public about how the majority of gun owners are responsible with their firearms; this program helps us do just that.”

By partnering with Project ChildSafe, Williamson County Sheriff’s Department and hundreds of other law enforcement departments across the country are participating in a national effort to promote firearms safety education to all gun owners. Project ChildSafe distributes gun lock safety kits to all 50 states and the five U.S. territories. Read more

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SIG SAUER Electro-Optics Introduces FOXTROT1X Rail Mounted Light

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER Electro-Optics is pleased to introduce the FOXTROT1X Rail Mounted Light, designed to deliver bright, maximum performance on a wide variety of pistol platforms.

”The FOXTROT1X brings a massive 450 lumens to your pistol,” said Andy York, President, SIG SAUER Electro-Optics. “The design, function and ease of use makes the FOXTROT1X ideal for everyday carry and law enforcement and will fit a variety of holsters designed for handgun lights.” ”

The SIG SAUER Electro-Optics FOXTROX1X Rail Mounted light mounts to any Picatinny 1913 rail with a sliding rail interface adapter allowing for maximum location adjustment and flexibility to deliver 450 lumens of bright performance. Designed for ambidextrous use with finger actuated push-button side switches for operation in either momentary or latching mode function, the FOXTROT1X operates using a single CR123 battery, with 1.5 ours of runtime and has an IPX-7 waterproof rating.

FOXTROT1X Rail Mounted Light:

LED Output: 450 Lumens

Runtime: 1.5 hours

Waterproof: IPX-7

Overall Length: 2.4 inches

Overall Height:1.3 inches

Overall Width: 1.2 inches

Battery: CR123

Weight (w/magazine): 1.9 oz.

MSRP: $ 129.99

The SIG SAUER Electro-Optics FOXTROT1X Rail Mounted Light is now shipping and available at retailers. To learn more about the FOXTROT1X Rail Mounted Light visit sigsauer.com.

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A “Gardening for Birds” Course

Gardening for Birds is a new online course that gives you the information and inspiration to help you transform your outdoor spaces into vibrant places that birds will be attracted to and benefit from (American Goldfinch photo by Paul Konrad).

Growing Wild: Gardening for Birds is a new online Bird Academy course from the Cornell Lab that gives you the information and inspiration to help you transform your outdoor spaces into vibrant places that birds will be attracted to and benefit from. Featuring planning guides that help you provide what a variety of birds need, along with helpful lists of plants and natural features that attract birds from the Bird Academy’s curated list of bird-friendly plants for your region in the United States or Canada – and learn which native plants thrive in your region.

There’s nothing more rewarding than attracting birds to your yard and knowing you’re helping birds thrive, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Cornell staff created this course to help you design welcoming spaces for birds and guide you through bird-friendly plant choices that attract a variety of birds. It all starts by seeing things from birds’ perspectives and transforming your space to meet their needs. With the inspiration, know-how, and planning guides in this course, you will learn everything you need to make your property more bird friendly. Read more

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Millennium Marine R500 Perfect for Trolling

PEARL, MS – One of the best things about fishing is anglers being able to set their rods and relax until a fish bites. Setting rods in a Millenium R500 Pontoon Rod Holder makes things smoother and easier to fish with ease.

The R500 Pontoon Rod Holder is constructed with anodized aluminum to withstand the elements and resist harsh weather conditions. The patented Spyderlok Technology guarantees incremental locking angles and a 360° rotation, and it has a rugged design that will last a lifetime. Rubber-coated contact points protect your favorite rods from damage.

The R500 mounts seamlessly on boats or piers from 3/4- to 1 1/2-inch round, flat or square tube. Drilling is unnecessary. The R500 is adjustable, too, thanks to oversized knobs so anglers can raise or lower the holder to their liking. With the R500, anglers will be able to enjoy the day, put more fish in the cooler and smiles on everyone’s faces. Read more

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SB Tactical SB22 Chassis System for Ruger 22 Charger and 10/22

Bradenton, Fla. – Long known for its innovative Pistol Stabilizing Braces, SB Tactical® is bringing that same quality of build and practicality to its new SB22™ – a lightweight, modular chassis for the Ruger® 22 Charger™ and Ruger 10/22® family of firearms.

Designed in partnership with Unity Tactical®, the SB22 is a 17-ounce polymer chassis with an aluminum insert, adding utility and functionality to the 22 Charger and 10/22 platforms.

“The SB22 is the first product in what will be a long line of new non-brace products from us,” said Jeff Creamer, president and CEO. “While we have no intention of moving away from our core, we want to expand our portfolio and offer a wider range of products with the same design excellence, quality and customer service that people have come to expect from SB Tactical.”

Available for both fixed or takedown models, the SB22 features a Picatinny (M1913) rail on the rear and integral, ambidextrous QD sling sockets. Also included are a M1913 Bridge Mount and Flat Top Cover.

The Takedown Kit features all the above as well as an M-Lok™ compatible handguard for the attachment of lights, lasers, and other accessories.

Proudly made in the United States, the SB22 accepts all standard AR15 pistol grips, and comes with the Reptilia® CQG™ Grip.

At 15″ long, 1.5″ wide, and an MSRP of $124.99, the SB22 chassis turns any Ruger 22 Charger or 10/22 into the ultimate pack gun. Lightweight, durable construction, and the ability to take M1913-compatible Pistol Stabilizing Braces or rifle stocks, the SB22 is built to deliver all the performance you demand. Read more

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SIG SAUER Full-Size P320 AXG Pro

NEWINGTON, N.H. – SIG SAUER is pleased to introduce the P320 AXG Pro, the first full-sized P320 pistol featuring the metal AXG grip module, with the AXG detachable magwell, and paired with the full-length SIG SAUER Pro-Cut slide.

“The hottest ticket in the world of P320 is the AXG series of pistols which combines the modern features and modularity of the P320 platform, with the performance and feel of a metal frame,” said Tom Taylor, Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Commercial Sales, SIG SAUER, Inc. “With the lightening cuts of the pro-cut slide and the added weight of the AXG metal grip, the P320 AXG Pro is the perfect combination of style and performance, from fit to finish, in a full-size package.”

The SIG SAUER P320 AXG Pro is a metal, 9mm striker-fired pistol, with a black anodized AXG full-size grip module with a detachable AXG magwell, custom Hogue black G10 grip panels, a precision machined deep undercut, and an extended beavertail for an ergonomic, comfortable fit. The pistol features an XSERIES flat trigger and a Nitron® full-size SIG Pro-Cut slide with lightening cuts, XRAY3 Day/Night sights, comes optic-ready, and is compatible with direct-mount options for the SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEO1Pro, the soon to be released SIG SAUER Electro-Optics ROMEO2, Delta Point Pro, and RMR Reflex Optics. The P320 AXG Pro ships with (2) 17-round steel magazines featuring Henning Group basepads.

P320AXG Pro:

Overall length: 8.2 inches

Overall height: 5.5 inches

Overall width: 1.6 inches

Barrel length: 4.7 inches

Sight Radius: 6.6inches

Weight (w/magazine): 35.4 oz. Read more

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Escort DF12 Modern Sporting Shotgun

Bentonville, AR – A bold design loaded with smart features, the Escort DF12 stands out in an ever-growing world of modern shotguns. This auto-loader is a sporting enthusiast’s dream and is ideal for close-range hunting applications. Using the modern sporting rifle design and capitalizing on adaptable features, the DF12 reaches beyond its potential as a mere shotgun. Its 5-piece multi-choke system accommodates heavy slugs as well as it does light bird shot, making it a great all-around option for a wide variety of game.

With an overall weight of 8.9 lbs., this shotgun is manufactured from tough aircraft grade alloy. The upper and lower receivers are overbuilt with a robust construction that is meant to take a beating. The semi-automatic DF12 runs on a gas-powered system, similar to those found in traditional autoloading shotguns, but without the added bulk of a tube below the barrel.

This 12-gauge magazine fed shotgun is chambered in 3″ magnum and will cycle both 3″ and 2 ¾” loads without hesitation. The DF12 comes outfitted with an Escort standard oxidation-proof, chrome plated, drilled steel barrel. To ensure the utmost strength, each barrel is proof tested at the factory. A muzzle cover protects the barrel and locks the forend into place, adding to the robustness and modularity of this shotgun platform. Read more

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Michigan: Task Force Needs Property Owner Info On Underground Features in Keweenaw County

Affected area is Lake Superior shoreline from Gay to Grand Traverse Harbor

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy’s Water Resources Division, in cooperation with the Buffalo Reef Task Force, is asking property owners to report underground features, like onsite septic systems and water and irrigation lines, along a 5-mile stretch of Lake Superior shoreline in Keweenaw County.

Over the past few years, the task force has been working to remove dark-colored stamp sands from the beach between the community of Gay and Grand Traverse Harbor.

The stamp sands were deposited into Lake Superior and on the beach at Gay during historic copper stamp mill processing from the Wolverine and Mohawk mines. Ore was crushed by the stamps and the copper separated through a flotation process. Stamp sands are the waste material resulting from the milling work.

Over the past roughly 80 years, the stamp sands have shifted south – moved by winds, waves and nearshore lake currents – about 5 miles to the Grand Traverse Harbor, covering 1,426 acres of shoreline and lake bottom.

“Without taking measures to slow the movement and down-drift accumulation of the stamp sands, they will eventually move past the harbor and deposit on the natural white sand beach south of the jetty, at the mouth of the Traverse River,” said Steven Check, a project manager with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Detroit.

The sands threaten Buffalo Reef, a natural underwater structure important to lake trout and lake whitefish. Read more

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