Michigan: expansion of bobcat harvest opportunities

For 2022, bobcat management units have been updated and expanded. Bobcat season dates also have been updated to expand harvest opportunities. Due to expanded harvest seasons, the new deadline for obtaining bobcat kill tags is Oct. 24.

For additional information on bobcat season dates and management units, see the 2022 Fur Harvester Digest, available at Michigan.gov/Trapping.

Bobcat Management Units (BMU)

  • Unit A includes all of the Upper Peninsula, except Drummond Island.
  • Unit B is Drummond Island.
  • Unit C includes Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, Montmorency, Oscoda, Otsego and Presque Isle counties.
  • Unit D is all of Arenac, Clare, Crawford, Gladwin, Iosco, Kalkaska, Missaukee, Ogemaw, Osceola, Roscommon, and Wexford counties.
  • NEW: Unit G is all of Bay, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Isabella, Lake, Leelanau, Manistee, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Newaygo and Oceana counties.
  • NEW: Unit H is all of Clinton, Gratiot, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon, Ottawa, Saginaw and Shiawassee counties.

Bobcat season dates

BMU Hunting season Trapping season
Units A and B Jan. 1 – March 1 Oct. 25 – Dec. 26
Unit C Jan. 1 – March 1 Dec. 10-29
Unit D Jan. 1 – Feb. 1 Dec. 10-29
Unit G Jan. 1-20 Dec. 10-29
Unit H Jan. 1-11 Dec. 10-20
Hunting

SnapSafe In-Wall Safes

Grand Island, NE – SnapSafe® In-Wall Safes install securely between wall studs safeguarding valuables out-of-sight. In-Wall Safes are available in two sizes – a 22-inch and a 44-inch-tall version – depending on individual storage needs. SnapSafe makes peace of mind made easy with its new In-Wall Safes.

The In-Wall Safe mounts flush against the wall allowing concealment behind pictures, furniture or other household objects without detection. If discovered, its 16-gauge steel body and extra-thick 8-gauge door thwart unauthorized access. An innovative latch mechanism maximizes usable interior space while hidden hinges impede prying and cutting attacks on the container. Thanks to its innovative design, it fits perfectly between wall studs that use the industry-standard 16-inch on-center spacing; the pre-drilled safe then lags tight to the framing using the included bolts. SnapSafe In-Wall Safes are easy to install in minutes, and the design allows orienting the door for either a left- or right-hand opening.

A battery-powered electronic keypad provides quick entry to the In-Wall Safe. After entering the access code, its spring-assist door opens and reveals the safe’s contents. The lock has audio and LED warnings when the battery levels are running low. And just in case, SnapSafe includes a barrel key backup. Read more

Firearms

TactaLoad FLASH-5

I find it hard to imagine a more useful gun than the venerable pump action shotgun. It’s essentially the Swiss Army knife of the gun world. A shotgun can be used on game animals from small to ferocious, while still defending your castle. Malfunctions on a pump action shotgun are rare-even when dirty. A pump action shotgun’s only Achilles heel is its lack of capacity for ammunition. While there have been recent advancements in magazine fed pump action shotguns, the traditional pump action shotgun is still far and away the most popular shotgun in history with estimates of over 21 million sold. So, how do you improve on that sort of reliable popularity? You increase your pump action shotguns capacity for ammunition. Now, there are numerous products on the market that can help add extra ammunition to a pump action shotgun. A shooter can either increase the shotguns internal capacity with magazine tube extensions or can add external products that feed the user such as side saddles.

That’s where TactaLoad Flash-5 stock comes into the picture. www.TactaLoad.com

TactaLoad is an exciting new American company created to provide quality aftermarket accessories that are worthy of our customers trust and confidence.

Our flagship product, the FLASH-5 gunstock, is a revolutionary new product unlike anything the firearm industry has ever seen and is designed to fit the Remington and Mossberg line of 12 Gauge pump action shotguns. Our unique, patented design incorporates an internal magazine that offers the shooter instant access to ammunition. Not only does the FLASH 5 protect ammunition from the elements and the risk of damage, but its ergonomic ingenuity- also proves to be the fastest option when reloading. Its rugged construction is built to hold up under the harshest environments and most demanding situations.

The TactaLoad FLASH 5 gunstock is Made in America and was designed with the shooter in mind to address this all-too-common problem- of limited ammunition capacity in the most convenient location, and the ability to reload fast. The FLASH-5 is ambidextrous and can hold all three sizes of 12 Gauge ammunition (2 ¾”, 3” and 3 ½“). Read more

Firearms

Brownells To Give Away SIG MCX-Spear & Training Package

GRINNELL, Iowa –– Brownells customers will get a rare chance to win a SIG MCX-Spear chambered in .277 Fury, along with a training class hosted at the SIG SAUER Academy, airfare to the class and lodging, and an SLX suppressor – a prize package valued at $9,999.

The contest starts Monday, May 9, and contestants can sign up through May 15 at the Brownells SIG MCX-Spear & Training Sweepstakes page.

The MCX-Spear is the civilian version of the SIG rifle recently chosen by the US Army as the new Next Generation Squad Weapons System to replace the M4 Carbine.

“Right now, civilian variants of the MCX-Spear are very limited in number and almost impossible to find,” said Brownells VP of Marketing Ryan Repp. “This giveaway is a great chance for somebody to win one, and we’re very happy we can partner with a great company like SIG SAUER to offer this fantastic prize.” Read more

Firearms

U.S. LawShield Asks “Does That State Recognize Your Permit?”

Houston, Texas–May 9, 2022–U.S. LawShield®, industry leader and America’s largest provider of Legal Defense for Self Defense® coverage, presents the National Travel Guide for Gun Owners and state-specific Travel Guides for Gun Owners. The guides feature practical information for people traveling through nearly every state in the U.S.

According to Kirk Evans, President of U.S. LawShield, “Don’t wait until after the fact to plan for your guns when preparing for your trip. Because there are so many details for people to understand before they leave home, we developed state-specific guides to help folks stay on the right side of the law.”

As responsible firearms owners, people have questions about taking their guns with them when traveling. “Unfortunately, not every state has a common-sense attitude when it comes to gun laws, and you want to make sure that a criminal conviction isn’t one of the souvenirs you bring home,” stated Evans. “Take the time to learn the laws before hitting the road because they are not the same everywhere.” Read more

Firearms

Apex Releases Competition Trigger Kit for Ruger Mk IV Pistols

PEORIA, Ariz. – Apex is pleased to announce the release of its Competition Trigger Kit for the Mk IV and Mk IV 22/45 model pistols from Ruger. Available with either a black or red anodized flat-faced trigger, that is adjustable for over-travel, the new kit is a significant performance upgrade for one of the most popular .22LR handguns on the market.

Designed, tested and manufactured by Apex to provide an improved, more responsive trigger pull in the Ruger Mk IV pistols, the Competition Trigger Kit replaces the factory trigger, hammer and sear with Apex components. When installed the kit lightens the trigger pull weight to approximately 3.0 lbs., reduces over-travel by approximately 80% and overall trigger travel by 25%, resulting in a lighter, crisper trigger break that is ideal for both the competition and recreational shooter.

Included in each kit is a safety plate that maintains factory safety values, even when put through Apex’s extensive drop-testing process which is conducted from six feet onto concrete. Also in each kit is a magazine safety delete, which when installed, allows the pistol to fire without the magazine inserted. Installing this component is optional, but Apex recommends it be used for competition purposes only. Read more

Firearms

Davidson’s Exclusive Diamondback DBX

PRESCOTT, Ariz. – Diamondback Firearms’ DBX in 5.7x28mm gets a fresh new look with the Davidson’s Exclusive DBX. This new Exclusive from Davidson’s features a Davidson’s Dark Earth cerakote finish accented by black controls, grip, and magazine.

The DBX pistol from Diamondback was initially introduced in 2020. The DBX lower parts are compatible with most AR-15 platform lower parts such as drop-in trigger assemblies, safety selectors, and grips.

This Exclusive DBX, like the original, features a reciprocating, reversible side-charging handle. The flash-hider on the DBX was designed and machined by Diamondback to be exclusive to this series of firearms. The monolithic upper pairs with a full-length picatinny rail with no breaks so as to ensure an uninterrupted rail that eliminates any alignment issues common to multi-piece rails.

The operating system is a locked-breech, rotating bolt-head design and is run by a dual-piston gas system for cleaner operation and less gas blow-back in the user’s face when utilizing suppressors. The gas block is a four-position adjustable design for tuning to specific ammo weights and/or suppressor use. The bolt-catch system ensures a last round hold-open. Read more

Firearms

AMMO, Inc. Receives Acknowledgement from Ukraine Ministry of Defense

SCOTTSDALE, AZ — AMMO, Inc. (Nasdaq: POWW, POWWP) (“AMMO” or the “Company”), the owner of GunBroker.com, the largest online marketplace serving the firearms and shooting sports industries, and a leading vertically integrated producer of high-performance ammunition and components today announced it had received acknowledgement from the Ukraine Ministry of Defense for its donation of one million rounds of ammunition.*

Colonel Nahorianskyi Oleksii, Defense Attaché from the Embassy of Ukraine, Czech Republic, sent documentation verifying receipt along with a note expressing “gratitude” for the Company’s recent ammunition donation.

Fred Wagenhals, AMMO’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are honored by Colonel Oleksii’s acknowledgement of our actions to help the Ukrainian Armed Forces in their fight for freedom. We remain in firm support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and hopeful that a peaceful resolution can soon be reached.” Read more

Ammunition

MoJack PRO Mower Lift Makes Maintenance Safe & Easy

Wichita, KS — For regular lawn tractor maintenance, MoJack offers a stable solution to safely work on equipment with the commercial grade MoJack PRO Riding Lawn Mower Lift. When only the best is good enough.

Perfect for sharpening blades, replacing belts, removing debris, and performing other mower maintenance, the MoJack PRO Lawn Mower Lift is safer and more convenient than makeshift jacks, ramps, or blocks. It can be raised with one hand or a power drill up to 25 inches, and it can lift up to 750 pounds. A self-braking winch and ratcheting safety lock prevent the mower from slipping or shifting.

Compatible with any lawn tractor or ZTR riding mower on the market, the PRO Mower Lift folds flat for compact storage. To learn more about the PRO Mower Lift and the full MoJack lineup, visit themojack.com.

General

Lake Superior Anglers Asked to Report Market Splake

Fishing in Lake Superior? You can help the Michigan Department of Natural Resources evaluate the Lake Superior splake fishery by reporting marked splake. Splake, which are a hybrid cross between lake trout and brook trout, have been stocked in Lake Superior most years since 1971, with annual stocking since 1990.

In Lake Superior, the DNR stocks splake in Munising, Copper Harbor and Keweenaw Bay. The goal is to create nearshore fishing opportunities in the smaller bays of Lake Superior, where some fisheries are available year-round. This study will help fisheries managers understand the percentage of stocked fish caught by anglers, the home range of splake, and harvest metrics such as harvest rates and size at harvest by year and location.

“The data we collect from anglers assists in making decisions on how to best manage Michigan’s fisheries,” said Patrick Hanchin, Lake Superior Basin coordinator. “Every marked splake reported matters to the data collection process. We’ll be marking splake through 2025, with the evaluation study being conducted through 2030.” Read more

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