Tuesday, July 3, 2018

WATER TEMPS FOR LAKE MICHIGAN ALONG LAKESHORE

Lake Michigan Central Region
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DNR WEEKLY OUTDOOR REPORT FOR 7-3-2018


July 3, 2018

Spring waterfowl survey results show good breeding numbers and plenty of wetlands
MADISON - Wisconsin's 2018 spring waterfowl population surveys indicate stable to increased numbers of breeding waterfowl pairs as well as relatively good wetland conditions, which should result in increased waterfowl production this year across most of the state.



First case of chronic wasting disease reported for Marinette County
MADISON - Due to the detection of chronic wasting disease in a captive white-tailed deer, Marinette County is now listed as a CWD-affected county and a baiting and feeding prohibition is in effect. This represents Marinette County's first known occurrence of the disease.



Wisconsin's Great Waters Photo Contest 2018 winners announced
MADISON - Nine photographers earned top honors for their entries in the Department of Natural Resources' tenth annual "Wisconsin's Great Waters" photography contest.



Comments sought on proposal to add more electric campsites at Mirror Lake State Park
Public comment period open through July 17
BARABOO, Wis. -- Ensuring all campers can continue to be accommodated at Mirror Lake State Park is the goal of a master plan variance open for public review and input. The proposed variance will allow park managers greater flexibility in deciding where campsites with electricity can be added and keep all land management at Mirror Lake State Park under its current classification.

MORE PROOF THAT GUN CONTROL LAWS ARE COSTING PEOPLE THEIR LIVES

Gun Control Fails Again in Annapolis, Maryland Newspaper Attack
Gun Control Fails Again in Annapolis, Maryland Newspaper Attack
U.S.A. -(Ammoland.com)-  A murderer attacked a newspaper office in Annapolis, Maryland. The murderer had stalked one of the newspaper staff. That staff member had to move several times and change her name. She slept with a gun next to the bed. She told the police the stalker was a nutcase and “he will be your next mass shooter.” He was, and five people died. She saw something and said something. The police didn’t stop the murderer. Maryland has very strict gun licensing and ownership regulations. Those laws didn’t stop the murderer but may have disarmed the victims.

Within minutes, the press doubled down on failure and said the solution was more gun regulations.

  • Semi-automatic rifles are restricted, but that didn’t stop the murderer from using a shotgun on unarmed victims.
  • The mandatory handgun purchase licence didn’t stop the murderer, but it may have kept the victims disarmed.
  • Mandatory handgun registration didn’t stop the murderer either, but it may have disarmed more victims.
  • Some business owners are allowed to carry to and from work, and at work. It is unlikely that these victims could have obtained permission from their employer to carry concealed on the job. They were disarmed at their place of business despite the known risk of a stalker. For the record, the murderer didn’t bother to ask if guns were allowed on the premises. Murderers are not stopped by gun regulations.
  • The requirement that ordinary citizen demonstrate a “good and substantial reason” to obtain a concealed carry permit means that most Maryland applications for wear/carry permits are denied. If only the victims knew six months in advance that they would be attacked at work. Then they could have applied for a permit..and also not gone to the office that day. Few permits are issued in Maryland and fewer are issued to ordinary citizens living in Annapolis.
  • Maryland has firearms magazine capacity restrictions in their laws. That could have put the defenders at a larger relative disadvantage as they fought someone with a shotgun. We will never know since the defenders were disarmed.
  • Maryland does not recognize the permits issued by other states to ordinary citizens.
Here is a pro-tip for the media. Turning the murderer into a celebrity will invite more media-murders. Don’t do it.

About Rob MorseSlow Facts
The original article is here.  Rob Morse writes about gun rights at Ammoland, at Clash Daily, and on his SlowFacts blog. He hosts the Self Defense Gun Stories Podcast and co-hosts the Polite Society Podcast. Rob is an NRA pistol instructor and combat handgun competitor.

WON IS NOW 25 YEARS OLD, CAN YOU REMEMBER WHEN THEY STARTED IN WISCONSIN???

Tuesday July 3, 2018   |       
Wisconsin Outdoor News Celebrates 25 Years of Original News for Badger State Sportsman

Plymouth, Minn. — Since 1994, the pages of Wisconsin Outdoor News have reflected a commitment to providing authentic news and information for sporting enthusiasts in the Badger State, and as the publication celebrates its 25-year anniversary, these cornerstone principles remain strong. 

The hunters and anglers across Wisconsin who subscribe to Wisconsin Outdoor News value the local nature of the publication, which carries regional hunting and fishing reports, pages of reader-submitted photos, feature articles, local conservation group news, updates on political activities that affect sportsmen, and practical tips they can apply where they hunt and fish.
According to Phil Frebault, the sales and marketing director for Outdoor News Inc, one of the hallmarks of Wisconsin Outdoor News that makes it stand out is its publishing frequency. “While the majority of sporting titles in the market today rely on a sporadic publishing schedule that severely limits the advertiser, the family of the seven Outdoor News publications that includes Wisconsin Outdoor News provides a user-friendly schedule with biweekly and weekly circulations that offer advertisers the ability to move inventory when they need to – something you just can’t do with monthly publications,” Frebault said. “It’s a mutual benefit to the consumer. When a business has too much inventory, they can get an ad into the publication quickly and within a week, Outdoor News alerts readers to the product that needs to move.” 
Like the other Outdoor News titles that include Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York and Ohio Outdoor News, Wisconsin Outdoor News is a paid subscription.The team at Bast-Durbin Advertising, based in Slinger, Wis., has been at the helm in driving advertising sales for the publication since its inception, and according to Dan Durbin, having paid subscribers that are committed to Wisconsin Outdoor News is a key ingredient to a business having success with their marketing investment.
Durbin noted: “The key to print advertising is paid circulation.  If people are paying for the paper they are going to read it. Yes, a lot of advertising has shifted to digital offerings but good print still works. For instance, we have a very popular hunting app that is advertising their app in the Outdoor News print publications. Think of that: A digital business using print to get the word out about their app! That speaks volumes of the quality subscriber who regularly reads Outdoor News publications.”
Consumers who have not read a recent issue of Wisconsin Outdoor News can pick up a complimentary copy at the Outdoor News booth during Deer Fest coming up on August 3-5in West Bend, Wis. Visit www.outdoornews.com where you can order a subscription and enjoy a sampling of the type of content that you’ll find in Wisconsin Outdoor News. Then be prepared to receive Wisconsin’s most trusted outdoor resource mailed to your home or business every other week.  
About Outdoor News, Inc.: Outdoor News provides in-depth coverage of hunting, fishing, archery, conservation and outdoor activities including analysis of state and national outdoor agencies, local lake maps and fishing reports. With regional editors, columnists and sales representatives in seven states, Outdoor News, Inc. newspapers are subscription-based. Visit www.outdoornews.com or call (800) 535-5191.

NSSF SPONSORING THE USA SHOOTING TEAM


NEWS RELEASE
July 3, 2018



National Shooting Sports Foundation Set to Help Preserve, Protect and Promote USA Shooting as Gold-Level Sponsor
NSSF to Become Major Event Sponsor at National Sporting Clay Cup Fundraiser at Fork Farm & Childress Vineyards
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado (July 3, 2018) – USA Shooting and The National Shooting Sports Foundation® (NSSF®), the trade association for the firearms industry, have formalized a gold-level partnership agreement that will help America’s Shooting Team achieve their 2020 vision. This partnership includes top status as a major event sponsor for USA Shooting’s National Sporting Clay Cup Fundraiser later this summer.
NSSF becomes the third gold-level sponsor signed by USA Shooting since April, as companies are aligning to declare shooting as their Olympic and Paralympic sport in 2018. Federal Ammunition became a new sponsor in April while White Flyer was renewed just last week. SKB Cases and Podium also signed on as bronze-level sponsors as well in recent months.  

NSSF is a longtime supporter of USA Shooting, and the two organizations have partnered together on many campaigns and projects over the years, including NSSF’s First Shots introduction-to-shooting program and NSSF’s Project ChildSafe program to promote firearm safety in the home. Following successes at each of the past three Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2008, 2012 and 2016, NSSF sponsored full-page advertisements in USA Today to congratulate America’s Shooting Team athletes.

In August, USA Shooting will heavily promote National Shooting Sports Month, which celebrates the passion USA Shooting Team members and fans all have for target shooting and a pastime that provides a lifetime of enjoyment that can be shared with families and friends. At the same time, National Shooting Sports Month reminds the public that shooting is a safe, fun activity enjoyed by millions of Americans. National Shooting Sports Month provides an excellent opportunity for increased shooting sports participation through fun events and activities held at ranges and retail stores across the country.

“NSSF has long recognized that USA Shooting athletes are outstanding ambassadors for recreational shooting and firearms safety, reminding the public that the shooting sports have something to offer for everyone—a core message of National Shooting Sports Month,” said Chris Dolnack, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of NSSF. “NSSF is proud to continue its support for all that USA Shooting stands for by being a gold-level sponsor of its National Sporting Clay Cup Fundraiser.”

“USA Shooting has a strong tradition of excellence, and proudly represents the shooting industry every time they train and compete for their Olympic and Paralympic dreams,” said Keith Enlow, CEO of USA Shooting. “The NSSFs contributions to our upcoming fundraiser will help create the type of momentum we need to raise the money we need to embrace the tremendous competitive challenges that are ahead of us as Tokyo 2020 nears.

“We very much appreciate the NSSF’s willingness to once again step up and help make a difference for our athletes in need,” Enlow added.  “USA Shooting relies heavily on industry support to get our athletes prepared to represent America on the world stage and get athletes to the podium.”
With Tokyo in Sight, USA Shooting’s National Sporting Clays Cup fundraiser will lure shooting sport enthusiasts to North Carolina on August 30 in support the USA Shooting Team as they head toward the 2018 World Championships and the upcoming 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. As the only non-government supported shooting team in the world, USA Shooting relies heavily on donors and sponsors to help maintain a history of success that includes 110 Olympic medals.

Join USA Shooting, the NSSF and many other top shooting sport industry executives in celebration of America’s athletes and National Shooting Sports Month.  It’s the can’t miss fundraiser of the summer featuring a fun Sporting Clays shoot and VIP dinner at the exclusive Childress Vineyard.   Click here for more info.   

About NSSF
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is the trade association for the firearms industry. Its mission is to promote, protect and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. Formed in 1961, NSSF has a membership of more than 11,000 manufacturers, distributors, firearms retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and publishers. For more information, visit nssf.org.


Monday, July 2, 2018

NRA-ILA DAILY ALERTS FOR 7-2-2018


DAILY ALERT FOR Monday, July 2, 2018




Idaho: Important Self-Defense Law Now in Effect

On July 1st, Senate Bill 1313 went into effect. This important piece of legislation, which improved the ability of law-abiding citizens to defend themselves in Idaho, was passed by the legislature earlier this year and became law in March.


Delaware: Legislature Adjourns from its 2018 Legislative Session

Yesterday, the Delaware General Assembly adjourned from their 2018 Legislative Session. 


Take Jay Jacobson. He’s a gun manufacturer, so he knows his firearms. Yet his attempt to register some personal rifles on the California state website has him stumped. He showed us an example: one of the firearms he is trying to register got kicked back three times.


A national group that supports more gun regulation is backing Columbus as it fights a lawsuit from gun-rights groups that sued the city over firearms restrictions enacted this year.


Federal officials say Oklahoma residents with medical marijuana cards will be prohibited from obtaining gun permits, following a recent decision by voters to approve the medical use of the drug.

WHY YOUR KID NEEDS TO GET HUNTER EDUCATION NOW




Why Every Kid Should Get Their Hunter Safety Certification This Summer
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By Nathan Unger


Hunter safety is of the utmost importance when introducing children to one of our beloved past times.
When I was young and stupid, I made a mistake that wasn’t nearly as costly as it could’ve been. Like most southern hunters, my family joined a hunting club. In the off-season we worked on roads, stand sites, food plots, etc. While visiting our south Georgia lease one weekend...