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Innovations at this year's outdoor shows: From a solar-powered RV to a motorized tree stand, here’s what to look for this season

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By Howard Meyerson | The Grand Rapids Press

January 07, 2013, 10:12AM
RoadTrek Motorhomes Inc., a Kitchener, Ontario-based manufacturer is introducing its E-Trek package, a propane-free and external generator-free system for running the refrigerator, hot and cold water, shower and stove.  Full story »

Taxidermy clinic focuses on details with renowned instructor Bill Yox

Taxidermist clinic focusses on details with instructor Bill Yox

By Cory Olsen | colsen@mlive.com

January 07, 2013, 7:35AM
Yox teaches in a light-hearted style, casually joking with the students as they take occasional breaks, but when he's showing some techniques, the students watch and listen intently. Full story »
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300,000 gallons of raw sewage spilled in Kalamazoo wetlands won't have long term impact on area, official says

Sanitary sewer overflow near Nazareth Road

By Anthony Smigiel | asmigiel@mlive.com

January 05, 2013, 5:26PM
The blockage that caused more than 300,000 gallons of sewage to overflow into wetlands near Nazareth Road may have been present since Dec. 29, an official said. Full story »
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Luge track opens for season at Muskegon Winter Sports Complex (video)

Opening day for the luge track at the Muskegon Winter Sports Complex on January 5, 2013

By Ken Stevens | ksteven2@mlive.com

January 05, 2013, 4:31PM
Muskegon Winter Sports Complex Executive Director Jim Rudicil led the first class, which is a requirement for first-time sliders. Full story »
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Anglers brave thin ice to fish Saginaw River in Bay City

Local anglers ice fish by Independence Bridge in Bay City

By Yfat Yossifor | yyossifor@mlive.com

January 03, 2013, 12:20PM
A U.S. Coast Guard official said ice conditions are dangerous right now.  Full story »
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Making the cut: State officials set to implement salmon stocking reductions in 2013

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By Howard Meyerson | The Grand Rapids Press

December 31, 2012, 10:15AM
Lake Michigan states are collectively moving ahead with a plan to cut Chinook salmon stocking by 50 percent in 2013, approximately 1.6 million fewer fish lakewide. The biggest cuts will come in Michigan waters where only 559,000 will be planted, approximately one million fewer than in recent years.  Full story »

Gov. Rick Snyder signs bill clearing way for possible gray wolf hunt in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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By Tim Martin | tmartin4@mlive.com

December 28, 2012, 8:04PM
Michigan officials could consider a gray wolf hunting season for as early as 2013. Full story »
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Calvin Christian students raise salmon in the classroom

Salmon in the Classroom at Calvin Christian High School

By Cory Olsen | colsen@mlive.com

December 28, 2012, 8:13AM
Schrems Southwest Michigan Trout Unlimited awards two new schools with a $1000 grant to help with the cost of equipment to get the classrooms ready for raising salmon. Full story »
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Fishing report: Transition begins toward ice fishing season (if we get one this year)

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By Eric Gaertner | egaertne@mlive.com

December 27, 2012, 9:03AM
Those who enjoy ice fishing are chomping at the bit about the prospects of getting out on the ice. Full story »
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Bow hunters face prison, charged with animal cruelty for allegedly hunting deer in Warren

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By Gus Burns | fburns@mlive.com

December 26, 2012, 8:16PM
Bow hunters Myles Ehret, 19, of Royal Oak and William Francis, 27, of Riverview are charged with cruelty to an animal after police accused them of illegally hunting and harvesting a deer in a wooded area of Warren on Dec. 21, according to a report by Christina Hall of the Detroit Free Press (full story). Full story »
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Wolf hunting debate heats up as Michiganders weigh-in on divisive issue

The pros and cons of wolf hunting in Michigan

By Cory Olsen | colsen@mlive.com

December 24, 2012, 7:07AM
Suffering from near eradication by past federal and state bounty programs, the gray wolf's numbers have rebounded to a count of nearly 700 animals.  Full story »
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Common terns doing well in restored habitat on Belle Isle, officials say

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By The Associated Press

December 23, 2012, 1:21PM
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says this year was the first time that the gull-like migratory birds have fledged, or grown enough to fly, in the area since the 1960s. Full story »

Snowmobiling signs changing with the times

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By Howard Meyerson | The Grand Rapids Press

December 21, 2012, 10:01AM
Snowmobilers can expect to see major changes on Michigan’s 6,500 mile snowmobile trail system this winter. Many familiar signs have been taken down and a handful of new signs have been installed.  Full story »

Poll: Should Michigan implement a wolf hunting season?

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By Cory Olsen | colsen@mlive.com

December 19, 2012, 11:15AM
Wolves have had a storied history in Michigan starting with the first settlers. European werewolf fairy tales and religious beliefs kept many settlers from believing wolves and humans could live on the same land and prosper together. Full story »
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