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The Michigan DNR announces the establishment of the Paw Paw River State Game Area, a new, 350-acre parcel in Van Buren County’s Waverly Township. The DNR will manage this area for wildlife habitat, protecting vulnerable species and enhancing public access to hunting lands and waterways in southwest Michigan.
Anglers using forward facing sonar (FFS) dominated the Southwest Michigan Anglers Club (SMAC) season opener on Paw Paw Lake.
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Stats Show More People Hunting and Fishing
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(Provided by the U.S. Dept. Of Interior)
MILWAUKEE, WI Highlighting the reversal of decades of declining numbers, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today announced the results of a comprehensive national survey of outdoor recreation showing a significant increase in hunters and a double-digit increase in anglers over the past five years.
Seeing more people fishing, hunting, and getting outdoors is great news for Americas economy and conservation heritage, said Salazar. Outdoor recreation and tourism are huge economic engines for local communities and the country, so it is vital that we continue to support policies and investments that help Americans get outside, learn to fish, or go hunting. That is why, through President Obamas Americas Great Outdoors initiative, we have been focused on helping Americans rediscover the joys of casting a line, passing along family hunting traditions, and protecting the places they love.
A Learning Day for Kids
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The Edwardsburg Conservation Club will host a Youth Day Event Saturday, Aug. 25 for kids 5 to 17 years old.
Youths will be introduced to outdoor activities such as trapshooting, muzzleloading, fly tying, archery and first aid. It runs from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Cassopolis Fire Department will teach participants how to escape a smoke filled/burning house and the Howell Nature Center will be on hand with its "Birds of Prey."
The free event includes lunch and a goodie bag. Registration is required. Call Debbie Reese, 269-683-1405.
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