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Legacy Sports Int’l is excited to announce that they are now shipping the NEW HARDY HYBRID series of Carbon Switch Barrel Rifles, initially available in the popular 6.5 PRC caliber. Featuring the ultimate in high-tech material selection and rifle design that gives the HYBRID series a technological advantage so you can carry it further, adapt to any situation and make that shot when it counts. The HYBRID series offers the assurance of military-grade technology that is proven to enhance reliability, providing flawless operation every time, no compromise. FREEDOM – Multi-Caliber, user interchangeability of barrels calibers, giving you the advantage of the same stock to handle, the same optic to look through, the same action to operate. No matter what caliber you’re choosing or what field you’re in, The HYBRID will help you dominate. With numerous barrel and caliber offerings the HARDY HYBRID switch barrel series is the perfect interface of man and machine.

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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources will host virtual meetings next week to gather public feedback on new draft general management plans for Leelanau and Keith J. Charters Traverse City state parks.

General management plans are used to define a long-range planning and management strategy that protects a state park’s resources while addressing recreation and education needs and opportunities.

Each virtual meeting will begin with an overview of the planning process and draft plan, followed by an opportunity for people to share feedback and questions with DNR staff. Registration is required: Read more

For the second year in a row, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will offer free permits to cut fuelwood from dead and downed trees in approved areas of Michigan’s state forests.

This year, fuelwood season begins today, March 1 – earlier than in previous years to help people who might be facing economic hardship during the heating season due to COVID-19.

“We are trying to make the permit process as simple and effective as possible,” said Jeff Stampfly, chief of the DNR’s Forest Resources Division.

Like last year, residents need to use an online permit which can be found at Michigan.gov/Fuelwood. First, use the Fuelwood Map button to locate the township and range where you would like to collect. Then, use the Fuelwood Permit button to bring up a fillable pdf. Complete the form, enter the township and range of the map that you will be using (for example, T22N, R09W), and then print, sign and carry it with you when you go to cut wood.

Please note that permits are for use on designated state forest land in the Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula. The quality and quantity of dead wood varies by location. DNR staffers suggest you visit the site where you plan to cut before applying for a permit. Some sites still may be inaccessible due to snow in March, so check the area where you plan to cut to make sure you can reach it before filling out the permit form. Read more