Michigan: time to check trees for hemlock woolly adelgids

Invasive pest already confirmed in five southwest Michigan counties

Hemlock woolly adelgids, tiny invasive insects that suck nutrients from hemlock trees, are known to be present in Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Oceana and Mason counties.

State agency staff, university researchers and regional cooperative invasive species management areas have been working to identify and contain infestations that span across public and private lands.

This winter, the Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development encourage those who have eastern hemlock trees on their property, whether in known infested counties or elsewhere, to take time to inspect the trees for signs of hemlock woolly adelgid.

If untreated, hemlock woolly adelgids can kill hemlock trees in four to 10 years. Trees can be protected with proper insecticide treatments. Read more

Wildlife

Indiana: Two Hunters Survive Boat Sinking

A hunter is hospitalized after his boat sank on Webster Lake this morning.

At approximately 11:16 a.m., Kosciusko County Dispatch Center was contacted by a residential alarm company after they were alerted to an unauthorized residential entry to a home on Webster Lake.

Despite frigid temperatures and wind gusts forecast to reach up to 50 miles per hour, Trenton Stackhouse, 27, of Milford and Darick Stiles, 27, of Warsaw, set out to waterfowl hunt on Webster Lake near Epworth Forest.

After getting underway, the men quickly realized the conditions were too difficult to overcome.

The men attempted to gather their decoys and return to the boat ramp, when large waves overtook their jon boat and it began to sink. Read more

Fishing

AllTerra Arms Announces Unprecedented Guarantee

The bolt-action rifle company’s unconditional, money-back accuracy guarantee leads the industry.

December 13, 2021 – Boise, Idaho… AllTerra Arms is an Idaho-based manufacturer of precision bolt-action rifles with exclusive technologies. Their patented Bolt-to-Bore Alignment™, Dual-Lock Barrel Seat™ and .0005″ machining tolerances create a rifle so accurate that AllTerra Arms stands behind every firearm with never-before-seen assurance.

For accuracy, AllTerra Arms guarantees their rifles will shoot sub .25” 3-shot groups with their custom hand loads; and sub .5” 3-shot groups with premium factory ammunition. “That’s bench-rest accuracy from a nimble, fast-action hunting rifle.” reports Dan Rice, AllTerra’s President adding, “We know of no other rifle manufacturer who can claim this type of performance and back it up with an unconditional, money-back guarantee.

Moreover, because of AllTerra’s bolt-to-bore concentricity and the resulting ballistic harmonics achieved, they guarantee no significant change in accuracy when shooting different bullet weights. Read more

Firearms

Primary Arms Launches New Build Your Own Upper Program for Affordable Customized AR-15 Uppers

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms® has unveiled the ‘Build Your Own Upper’ Program for online retail customers, allowing users to select their favorite handguard and muzzle device for a complete pre-built upper receiver.

Many AR-15 owners, especially new or prospective gun-owners, do not yet have the tools or technical experience to confidently build their own AR-15 upper. The Build Your Own Upper program is the perfect option for AR-15 enthusiasts looking to get their favorite configuration hand-built by professional armorers and gunsmiths. This process is made simple with Primary Arms’ Build Your Own Upper system. To get started, customers add one of several specially marked barreled uppers, which come in a variety of configurations to match their needs. Then, the customer selects a handguard and muzzle device of their choice. Once they check out, their selection is passed to an expert team of builders, who will assemble the upper, guarantee its quality, and test-fire it.

By combining this streamlined process with enhanced customization, Primary Arms can save firearms enthusiasts both their time and money. Rather than spending extra on a complete upper and then paying a separate gunsmith to install custom parts, Primary Arms is giving shoppers exactly what they want—straight to their door.

“Many custom AR-15 services are too cost-prohibitive, and without building experience, many gun-owners are left purchasing items only to immediately replace parts,” says Matt Okun, Primary Arms Senior Merchandising Manager. “Our Build Your Own Upper program helps these customers get their ideal upper without spending their budget on unwanted parts or costly gunsmithing. It’s the perfect option for anyone who doesn’t have the tooling or experience to assemble their own AR-15.” Read more

Firearms

Remington Reintroduces Classic Peters Paper Shotshells

Lonoke, Arkansas – December 13, 2021 – Remington Ammunition has announced the reintroduction of the nostalgic favorite shotshell of shooters everywhere, Peters Paper. Trap, skeet and sporting clays shooters can now experience the thrill of shooting classic paper loads with modern performance. Sold exclusively on Remington.com and available for a limited time only, shooters and collectors are encouraged to buy today.

Peters Paper shotshells promise less felt recoil and trusted functionality backed by decades of performance. These loads feature the classic retro blue paper hull, clean and reliable primers, carefully selected powder blends and high antimony shot for tight, uniform patterns on clay targets.

“We’ve talked a lot about Big Green being back. Now we are thrilled to add some blue into the mix,” said Remington’s Director of Marketing Joel Hodgdon. “These Peters shotshells are a true classic that so many shooters know and love. Remington is proud to introduce paper loads back into our lineup, but don’t worry, we are still making millions of plastic Remington rounds too.” Read more

Ammunition

Springfield Armory Releases XD-M Elite 3.8” Compact OSP in .45 ACP

GENESEO, ILL. (12/13/21) – Springfield Armory is proud to announce the release of the new XD-M® Elite 3.8″ Compact OSP™ in .45 ACP. It combines big-bore power with cutting-edge performance to provide concealed carry users with an extraordinary defensive pistol option.

The compact and powerful pistol packs in 10+1 rounds of the proven .45 ACP. Featuring fully ambidextrous controls, the excellent META™ trigger, removable short flared magwell and much more, this new XD-M® Elite harnesses fight-stopping performance in an extremely capable CCW-sized package.

In addition, the fact it is an OSP variant (which stands for “Optical Sight Pistol”) means it can accept the red dot optic of your choice using available interchangeable optic-mounting plates. Additionally, the pistol is available from the factory packaged with a HEX™ Dragonfly™ 3.5 MOA red dot optic. MSRP on the pistol alone is $653, while the pistol packed with the HEX Dragonfly has an MSRP of $843. Read more

Firearms

Savage Arms Adds 110 PCS to Bolt Action Lineup

WESTFIELD, Massachusetts – December 13, 2021 – Savage Arms is proud to announce the addition of the 110 PCS (Pistol Chassis System) to its line of centerfire firearms. The 110 PCS is a bolt-action pistol built around the 110’s factory blueprinted action. This new pistol provides all the features that have come to define the Model 110, but in much more compact configuration.

“The Model 110 has set the bar high for bolt-action rifles,” Jessica Treglia, Senior Brand Manager for Savage Arms. “Now the adaptability and performance that we see from our flagship rifle line is available in a pistol chassis system. Don’t let the 110 PCS’s diminutive size fool you—we’ve taken this gun out past 500 yards with reliable, repeatable accuracy.”

Like other 110s, the 110 PCS has a user-adjustable AccuTrigger for a crisp, clean pull. The action is secured in a one-piece aluminum pistol chassis from Modular Driven Technologies (MDT) and the 110 PCS feeds from an AICS-style detachable box magazine. The 110 PCS is an ideal platform for anyone wanting long-range accuracy from a compact firearm.

Features:

  • Carbon steel, matte black, barrel and receiver
  • Medium-contour 10.5” barrel, with threaded muzzle (5/8-24)
  • Machined aluminum, 1-piece chassis with 7” free floating modular forend with M-LOK™ slots
  • 1-piece 0 MOA rail
  • Left hand bolt, right hand ejection
  • Spiral fluted bolt body
  • 2.5-6 lb user-adjustable AccuTrigger
  • Picatinny rail on rear of chassis
  • Accepts most AR-15 pistol grips
  • Barricade grooves milled into the front of the magazine well
  • Ambidextrous magazine release and AICS Magazine

Part No. / Description / MSRP

57797 / 110 PCS 6.5 Creedmoor / $999

57798 / 110 PCS .308 Win / $999

57799 / 110 PCS 350 Legend / $999

57800 / 110 PCS 300 BLK / $999

57801 / 110 PCS .223 Rem / $999

Firearms

Michigan: popular berm at Milliken State Park and Harbor anticipated to reopen May 2022

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is wrapping up an improvement project at the popular berm in William G. Milliken State Park and Harbor, located along the Detroit Riverfront.

Due to years of high visitation and steep slopes, one of the park’s most notable features was eroding. As part of the improvement project and to help deter future erosion, the berm was reshaped and alternative access routes to the top of the berm were integrated, including several sections of stairs and an asphalt pathway that complies with Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines. In addition, more topsoil, grass seed and plantings were strategically placed. These efforts will help stabilize the berm, enhance access and add aesthetic value.

Although the majority of the project has been completed, the berm is not anticipated to open to the public until the end of May. The handrails cannot be installed until early January, due to the product being on back order. The May opening also will allow the new trees, shrubs and grass enough time to grow and establish themselves to avoid future erosion. Read more

General

Silencer Central Announces Update to Suppressor Buying Process

Sioux Falls, South Dakota –– Silencer Central, America’s largest silencer dealer, is proud to announce the eminent availability of electronic Form 4 applications—a major update to how the silencer buying process works, and a change that is expected to cut wait times for approvals down to as few as 60 days.

Silencer Central is allowing customers to buy now and will hold applications until the official implementation of eForm submissions, which is expected before the end of the month.

“With this upgrade, the ATF will accept electronic submissions from Silencer Central,” said Brandon Maddox, CEO of Silencer Central. “Silencer Central has tested this new system and the benefit is clear; wait times will be cut in half—and likely much more. Data entry has been one of the largest contributors to the ATF wait-times and backlogs. Now the data will begin in a digitized format and the process can focus on what matters most: approvals.” Read more

Firearms

Michigan: step into the new year with First Day Hikes

Kick off your New Year’s resolutions and join the national First Day Hikes program hosted by America’s State Parks.

It’s a virtual opportunity to hike, cross-county ski, ride (horse or bike) or snowshoe and add your miles to the DNR’s collective New Year’s Day goal of 2,022 miles.

Just RSVP for the virtual event and choose your (self-guided) route and distance on any nonmotorized trail! There are planned trail events taking place Jan. 1 too.

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