Michigan: Conservation Officer Resolves Standoff with Armed Suspect

A 39-year-old Osceola County man was arrested over the weekend after leading a Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officer on a vehicle pursuit that ended at the man’s residence. James Gross, of Leroy, was arraigned today in the Lake County Trial Court.

Conservation Officer Josiah Killingbeck was checking streams in Lake County for steelhead activity Friday night when, aware of several reports of residential break-ins in the area, he initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle with a loud exhaust and missing license plate light.

After running the driver’s information, Killingbeck confirmed that Gross was wanted on multiple warrants in Newaygo and Osceola counties. When the officer returned to the suspect’s vehicle, Gross admitted that he was aware of the warrants. Killingbeck asked Gross if there was anything in the vehicle that the officer should be aware of; at that point Gross admitted to, and began to reach for a sawed-off shotgun. Killingbeck ordered Gross not to touch the shotgun and opened the driver’s door in an attempt to secure Gross and the firearm. Resisting, Gross said, “Sorry, I can’t,” and quickly drove away. Read more

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CCRKBA: Everytown Endorsement of Biden Sends Message for Gun Owners

‘EVERYTOWN’S BIDEN ENDORSEMENT IS ALL GUN OWNERS NEED TO KNOW,’ SAYS CCRKBA

BELLEVUE, WA — The campaign endorsement of former Vice President Joe Biden by Everytown for Gun Safety—the gun prohibition lobbying group bankrolled by anti-gun billionaire Michael Bloomberg—is “All gun owners need to know about the man who wants to be their next president,” the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms said today.

The Associated Press reported Everytown’s endorsement on the eve of “mini-Super Tuesday” primary elections in a half-dozen states, including Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri and Washington.

“There’s nothing subtle about this endorsement,” said CCRKBA Chairman Alan Gottlieb. “Everytown President John Feinblatt told the Associated Press that Biden’s gun control record is clear. Biden supported the Brady Bill in 1993, he opposed the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, and he’s backed every gun control measure to ever come along.

“On top of that,” Gottlieb continued, “embracing gun ban extremist Beto O’Rourke recently in Texas was clearly a warning that if he’s elected president, Biden will make good on his threats to make radical gun control a top priority.” Read more

Gun Control

Rock River Arms LAR-15M .450 Bushmaster

Modern straight wall hunting rifle that’s legal in Michigan’s Zone III

Colona, IL – Rock River Arms, one of the industry’s most respected names in Modern Sporting Rifles and pistols, introduces a new .450 Bushmaster carbine. This entry into RRA’s LAR lineup was developed as a modern hunting firearm with dominant short- to mid-range capabilities.

The RRA LAR-15M .450 Bushmaster produces new advantages for modern hunters using straight wall cartridges. Delivering the same 1 MOA @ 100 yards accuracy expected from RRA’s precision rifles, the .450 Bushmaster features a 16-inch stainless-steel cryo-treated barrel with smooth rifling (1:24 twist) and equipped with an RRA Operator Brake. The RRA two-stage trigger provides a crisp break and is housed in the RRA winter trigger guard, allowing full dexterity while wearing gloves. Read more

Firearms

MI Birds offers birding inspiration, education and more

If you’re searching for signs of spring, how about a birding trail program in Woodhaven, a black tern nest platform-building workshop in Harrison Township or a guided bird walk at Chocolay Bayou Nature Preserve in Harvey? These are just a few of the upcoming MI Birds eventson the calendar; all are sure to leave you with great information and tips for learning even more about our feathered friends.

Michigan’s birds are some of the most beautiful and fascinating creatures to observe outdoors. With the MI Birds program, residents easily can get involved in local events like bird talks, bird walks, volunteer stewardship days or community science programs.

Founded by Audubon Great Lakes and the DNR, MI Birds seeks to deepen all Michiganders’ engagement in the understanding, care and stewardship of public lands important for birds and local communities. Keep up with all things MI Birds by following the group’s Facebook or Twitter or visiting GL.Audubon.org/MIBirds.

Questions? Contact Erin Rowan at 313-820-0809.

Wildlife

MIchigan: Invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Found in Mason County

Contact: James Wieferich (DNR), 517-242-6300

Invasive hemlock woolly adelgid found in Mason County

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources today confirmed the presence of hemlock woolly adelgid in southern Mason County. Prior to this detection, known infestations were limited to Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon and Oceana counties.

map of known hemlock woolly adelgid The Mason County site near Bass Lake is 4.5 miles north of Charles Mears State Park in Oceana County, previously considered the northern limit of infestation in Michigan.

Hemlock woolly adelgids are small insects that use their long, siphoning mouthparts to extract sap from hemlock trees. Their feeding weakens needles, shoots and branches. Over time, tree growth slows and trees take on a grayish-green appearance. Without treatment, infested trees die within four to 10 years. Read more
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Leupold Mark 5HD Selected by Army Precision Sniper Rifle Program

BEAVERTON, OR— Leupold & Stevens, Inc., provider of the world’s most rugged, lightweight, and clear riflescopes and reflex sights, is pleased to announce that its Mark 5HD riflescope has been selected as the day optic for the U.S. Army’s Precision Sniper Rifle (PSR) program. Like all of Leupold’s riflescopes, the Mark 5HD is designed, machined, and assembled at their Beaverton, Ore. factory.

The U.S. Army Mark 5HD 5-25×56 will come in a proprietary flat dark earth coating and utilize the Army’s patented Mil-Grid Reticle. The Mark 5HD will be mounted on the US SOCOM selected MK22 Mod 0 based on the Barrett MRAD bolt-action multi-caliber system chambered in 7.62×51 mm NATO, .300 Norma Magnum, and .338 Norma Magnum. Read more

Optics

Leica Calonox Thermal Imaging Camera

Leica Sport Optics has unveiled its first ever thermal imaging camera designed specifically for hunters: the Leica Calonox. Launching this August, the Leica Calonox will be available in two versions: As a pure hand-held observation device – The Leica Calonox “View” – and as a mounted device on a riflescope – The Leica Calonox “Sight”.

Similar in design to conventional digital cameras, thermal imaging cameras emit infrared radiation as a heat signature that is not visible to the human eye. With the new Leica Calonox thermal imaging cameras, the terrain can be searched for huntable game in the dark or in difficult light conditions. The Leica Calonox models offer a large field of view with a high detection range and high-contrast imaging. Read more

Optics

Leica Amplus 6 Riflescope Series

Leica Sport Optics has launched a newly developed premium riflescope series – Leica Amplus 6. Featuring 6x zoom and reticle illumination in a 30mm design, Amplus combines high quality optical performance in a feature rich and robust construction for everyday all-around use.

Leica Amplus 6 balances premium optical performance with rugged features and is complimented by the extremely sharp illuminated dot, 6x zoom, large exit pupil and wide field of view. The robust design makes the Leica Amplus 6 ideal for uncompromising use in any situation, even in the most adverse conditions.

The extra-precise, illuminated reticles of the Amplus 6 ensure fast target acquisition and a particularly sharp and brilliant image of the illuminated dot – without annoying over-radiation. This means that users always have a clear sight picture, even in challenging light conditions. The Leica L-4a reticle serves as a tried and true universal hunting reticle for precise shooting. The Leica L-Ballistics reticle enables precision shooting at longer distances. Both reticles are in the second focal plane. Read more

Optics

Spring Fever Giveaway

March, Valparaiso, IN – Shoot-On.com, the premiere source for gear reviews, hunting how-to articles, and DIY media content covering the shooting sports, hunting, and archery segments, has launched its Spring Fever Giveaway. Participation in this giveaway is free to all entrants and no purchase is necessary.

The Shoot-On Spring Fever Giveaway package includes an assortment of premium products ideally suited for the upcoming spring turkey season. The total prize package is valued at $1,930 and includes:

  • Savage Arms 212 Turkey Shotgun (12-gauge): $779
  • Aimpoint Micro H2 Optic: $828
  • Rocky Mountain Hunting Calls Bundle: $74
  • Fiocchi Golden Turkey 12-gauge ammo (4 boxes): $60
  • Dryshod ViperStop Snakeproof Hunting Boots: $189

Participants can enter the giveaway for free, with 27 easy ways to enter across several social media platforms. Entrants can also return to Shoot-On.com and click for one bonus entry per day. Read more

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Whitewater Release Planned for Annual Pennsylvania Paddling Event

Harrisburg, PA — White-water boating enthusiasts once again will converge on Bucks County’s Tohickon Creek Saturday and Sunday, March 21-22, when the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources releases water from Lake Nockamixon into Tohickon Creek.

Releases are historically scheduled on a semi-annual basis, usually occurring on the third weekend in March and the first weekend in November. The water releases from the Nockamixon State Park dam provide suitable white-water boating conditions downstream through Ralph Stover State Park from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. each day.

Water releases begin at 4:00 A.M. Several hours later, the release, consisting of millions of gallons of water moving down the waterway, will create whitewater conditions at Ralph Stover State Park, according to park officials. Suggested hours for viewing the release and boating activity are from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at Ralph Stover. Read more

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