Michigan Experts to Provide Update on Bovine TB, Deer Harvest Reporting, Feral Swine

Join us for the next Herd & Hunter: Bovine TB Connections meeting to learn more about bovine tuberculosis, deer harvest reporting changes and feral swine in Michigan.

The public is welcome to attend the meeting either virtually or in person at the Ossineke Township Hall in Alpena County from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7. To ensure you have the latest information on bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in Michigan, the meeting will include updates from the following speakers:

  • Dr. Mike VanderKlok, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, will give updates on the cattle bTB program following a new agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
  • Emily Sewell, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, will discuss deer harvest reporting changes and reminders.

In addition to these updates, the meeting will feature a presentation on feral swine in Michigan by Jake Nave, a USDA wildlife biologist who works with invasive species across the state. Feral swine have the potential to cause significant agricultural and ecological damage and can also transmit a number of diseases. Jake will share information on where feral swine have been detected in Michigan, efforts to eradicate them and their current status. Read more

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CNC Firearms Limited Series Release: Smith & Wesson 500 Emergency Kit

Custom and Collectable Firearms’ latest fall release is the Smith & Wesson 500 “Emergency Kit,” a limited-edition revolver built to turn heads and stand ready when it matters most. With only 150 sequentially numbered pieces, this is a firearm that doesn’t just make a statement; it delivers when the situation calls for it.

The Emergency Kit’s Smith & Wesson 500 frame comes dressed in a Black cerakote finish, engraved with high-polish stainless claw marks on one side and a bear on the other. High-polish controls accent the engraving, while hunter-orange rubber grips add a touch of rugged style. It’s a piece that’s as visually commanding as it is functionally formidable.

Each kit comes outfitted with essentials for the unexpected: an orange hard case featuring a grizzly design, practical tools such as a Humvee compass, a Boker fixed-blade knife with an orange handle, and a fire starter. And for those who appreciate the finer details, the kit is accompanied by a Custom and Collectable Firearms challenge coin, a series-detailed postcard, and a certificate of authenticity signed by the owner, blending raw utility with a beauty you can’t ignore. Read more

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Moultrie’s New EDGE Solar Now Available in Mossy Oak Bottomland

Moultrie, the leading innovator of feeders, trail cameras and game management tools, has introduced the EDGE Solar trail camera in Mossy Oak’s Bottomland, available exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors. The Edge Solar is on sale for $99.99, getting you the longest battery life on the market for a killer price.

“The Edge Solar is a workhorse camera, I love that I can put this camera in hard-to-reach spots and know that I won’t have to visit it again until I decide to move it,” said Moultrie Community Manager Benny Schuman. “This camera flat out performs all while being recharged by the sun.”

The EDGE Solar is designed to provide hunters with the ultimate “set it and forget it” trail camera. Built with a large integrated solar panel that can turn and tilt for the best angle, the Edge Solar makes changing your batteries a thing of the past. The Edge Solar captures every image in HD, automatically connects to the strongest cellular signal and does not require an SD card, all of which make it incredibly easy to deploy in the field.

Everything’s better in Bottomland, and the Edge Solar is no exception. Exclusively available at Academy Sports + Outdoors and on sale now! Read more

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Franklin Armory Declares Independence from the NFA with Antithesis

Antithesis™ creates a new class of rifled, short-barrel firearm with no need for NFA registration – Available and transferrable simply as a “firearm” on Form 4473

Franklin Armory, one of America’s leading manufacturers of innovative firearms and accessories, announced today the launch of Antithesis™, a new class of rifled, short-barrel firearm completely unregulated by the National Firearms Act (NFA). Franklin Armory is now shipping 12.5-inch, 12-inch, and 7.5-inch barreled configurations of the new Antithesis™ SBF™ (Short-barreled Franklin) firearm line, each chambered in 5.56 NATO.

Franklin Armory’s Antithesis™ features a rifled barrel, yet is free and clear from any NFA restrictions due to its unique characteristic of being designed and intended to fire both single and multiple projectile fixed cartridges. A Federal District Court earlier this year ruled that Antithesis™ cannot be considered a rifle under either the NFA or the Gun Control Act (GCA) based on definitions used in both statutes. Antithesis™ is simply a GCA-only regulated “firearm.” Read more

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Michigan Waterfowl Hunting Clinic

Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center

Mitchell State Park*, Cadillac

This “A to Z” introduction to waterfowl hunting will start in the classroom, then head outside on trails (compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines) for hands-on practice. You’ll learn how to choose a spot, scout effectively, select and set decoys, conceal a layout or blind, call ducks and geese with confidence, and understand licenses, stamps and core regulations so you’re legal and safe on opening day. You’ll leave with practical, firsthand experience to boost your odds this season.

Cost is $35, which includes lunch and door prizes. Read more

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Michigan: Head into the woods with the information you need

Deer hunting begins with the Liberty Hunt and early antlerless firearm season.

Deer hunting season dates, regulations and more are available in the 2025 Hunting Regulations Summary, available at Michigan.gov/Deer.

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FWP Bear Experts Discuss Common Misconceptions About Bears

There’s lots of reasons to be outside this time of year – hunting, fishing, hiking, fall colors, mountain biking and more. Keep in mind that bears are out there, too. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks bear specialists Danielle Oyler and Jamie Jonkel recently sat down to talk about some common myths about bears. Oyler is FWP’s wildlife stewardship outreach specialist and Jonkel is FWP’s bear management specialist.

Here’s part of that conversation:

Oyler: One of the things we hear a lot from people is that they’re worried about grizzlies but not so much about black bears. How do you answer that? Read more

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Colt 1911 ‘Heirloom’ Limited Series – Available at Orion Wholesale

Custom and Collectable Firearms presents the Colt 1911 Heirloom. Limited to just 300 sequentially numbered pieces, this exquisite firearm features a flawless high-polish Copper Penny finish, where rich copper and brown hues join in a radiant blend. The sleek black grips perfectly highlight the richness of the colors and accentuate the darker tones. Each piece is engraved on the back of the slide with its own sequential number within the 300-piece series, making it truly one-of-a-kind.

Each Colt 1911 Heirloom is presented in a beautiful black box with the Custom & Collectable logo in gold foil on top, accompanied by a Custom & Collectable Firearms challenge coin and a certificate of authenticity personally signed by the owner. These signature elements reflect the distinct custom craftsmanship of each piece and ensure a complete collector’s experience. Read more

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NSSF Statement on Assassination of Charlie Kirk

NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, joins the nation in grieving the loss of Charlie Kirk, Founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, struck down by an assassin during a public open appearance at Utah Valley University, in Orem, Utah. Kirk was a thought leader who peacefully challenged opposing viewpoints. But more than that, Kirk was a husband and father to two small children.

Kirk was a man who challenged ideas with ideas. He invited open debate with those who vehemently disagreed with him. He believed in free and spirited exchange of ideas and using words to reach millions of young adults across America’s college campuses. Kirk was also a man of deep-rooted and unapologetic faith in his Creator. He was dedicated to preserving and exercising our American rights granted by that Creator and guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution, including not just First Amendment rights of Free Speech but also Second Amendment rights to keep and bear arms.

This targeted assassination of Kirk, in what can only be understood as a measure to silence his voice and ideas, is vile. There is nothing – absolutely nothing – that could justify political violence against Kirk who sought to engage his fellow citizens in civil discourse. This assassin is the manifestation of evil and NSSF remains confident that local, state and federal authorities will find and bring this individual to justice.

Likewise, NSSF joins those who are repulsed by some who claim Kirk invited this senseless and cruel act of criminal violence, as well as some who celebrated it. We dedicate ourselves to honoring Kirk’s memory and legacy. We humbly pray for his young widow and children who will grow in their lives without their husband and father, taken so cruelly and senselessly by a politically-motivated assassin.

Today, we grieve. We also commit ourselves to advancing the principles which Kirk held dear, that freedom of thought and expression of rights cannot be compromised, that this nation is truly unique and preserving the nation’s liberties requires each of us to enter the arena. We are also committed to the principle that Kirk demonstrated to recognize, with the insight of the Creator who grants us our freedoms, the humanity of those around us – even those with whom we disagree. Read more

General

Michigan Fall turkey season starts Sept. 15. Here is what you need to know.

The fall turkey season is an excellent way to enjoy the changing seasons while pursuing a gobbler for your holiday meal.

Season dates and bag limit

The fall turkey season is Sept. 15 – Nov. 14. You can purchase one fall turkey license per year, which is valid for one bird of either sex on public and private lands within the designated fall turkey management unit.

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