2023 Peavey Mart Member January / February Special
Peavey Mart Member Monthly Special
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Help us with grassroots species and habitat work
The need for OFAH influence and advocacy on the significant issues impacting the fishing, hunting and broader outdoors community grows by the day and donations to the 2023 OFAH Ontario Fish & Wildlife calendar program play an integral role in Continue reading Help us with grassroots species and habitat work
2023 OFAH Community Conservation Fund application window opens
A new year brings new opportunities to invest in conservation initiatives throughout Ontario. Last year we launched the OFAH Community Conservation Fund (CCF), which provided nearly $40,000 in funding to OFAH member clubs and community groups in support of four Continue reading 2023 OFAH Community Conservation Fund application window opens
Update on OFAH Bill C-21 advocacy
Since Bill C-21 was re-tabled in May 2022, the OFAH has been working to keep the hunting community informed and advocating for the concerns of responsible gun owners. CLICK HERE to check out our Firearms Issues page for a more Continue reading Update on OFAH Bill C-21 advocacy
Invasive hemlock bug spreading
https://oodmag.com/hemlock-bug-spreading/
Pushing elected officials of all political stripes on firearms Bill C-21
Thank you – and keep up the pressure. That is our message to you when it comes to pushing elected officials of all political stripes on firearms Bill C-21 and the amendments that were proposed last week. Your commitment to Continue reading Pushing elected officials of all political stripes on firearms Bill C-21
List of guns banned by amendment revealed
https://oodmag.com/list-of-guns-banned-by-amendment-revealed/
Contact your MP on firearms Bill C-21
As you know, earlier this week the federal government brought forward a significant amendment to firearms Bill C-21 that, if adopted, would significantly expand the definition of a prohibited firearm. The amendment captures many centre-fire semi-automatic rifles and shotguns “designed Continue reading Contact your MP on firearms Bill C-21
MNRF proposing significant changes to fishing regulations in FMZ 15
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is proposing significant regulation changes in Fisheries Management Zone 15. The proposal impacts a variety of species and regulations. Whether you fish in FMZ 15, or know someone who does, please check out Continue reading MNRF proposing significant changes to fishing regulations in FMZ 15
Bill C-21 amendment seeks to ban more firearms
The Federal Government has introduced a significant amendment to Bill C-21 at the committee stage that, if adopted, would expand the definition of a prohibited firearm to included semi-automatic rifles and shotguns “designed to accept a detachable cartridge magazine with Continue reading Bill C-21 amendment seeks to ban more firearms
Local & sustainable
With a trapline, tannery, and some sewing machines, Ontario trapper Eric Morin started his company Fur the North to offer sustainably harvested fur products to outdoor enthusiasts. He produces fur gauntlets, mittens, blankets, and custom orders. Morin offers tanning and Continue reading Local & sustainable
Eyes wide open
We are often asked two questions. First,should I shoot with both eyes open? Second, why does my sight picture get blurry? It turns out, the answers to these questions can be related. Eye dominance One of the main reasons people Continue reading Eyes wide open
Migratory bird changes highlighted in webinar
On July 30th, 2022, some significant changes to migratory game bird hunting came into effect in an effort to modernize the regulations. This marks the first major comprehensive update since the Migratory Bird Regulations were enacted in 1918. Some of Continue reading Migratory bird changes highlighted in webinar
Update: COVID-19 in deer
Almost three years after being declared a pandemic, the virus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) has been shown to infect at least 54 different mammal species, including primates, cats, deer mice, mink, beavers, and even our beloved white-tailed deer. Of particular Continue reading Update: COVID-19 in deer
Hemlock bug spreading
An invasive insect that attacks hemlocks is expanding its range in Ontario Hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) is an aphid-like insect that only feeds on hemlock trees. First found in British Columbia a hundred years ago, and in Virginia in the Continue reading Hemlock bug spreading
Public feedback sought on fishing rule changes
Public feedback sought on fishing rule changes Have your say: see your digital edition for easy access to these web pages FMZ 15 Public consultation is now sought for a proposal that may change fishing regulations in Fisheries Management Zone Continue reading Public feedback sought on fishing rule changes
OFAH Executive Director calls for pause on the provincial housing bill
Given the breadth and scope of the proposed changes within Bill 23, we have written to the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy and strongly urged them to defer a clause-by-clause review of the Bill in order to Continue reading OFAH Executive Director calls for pause on the provincial housing bill
Ontario Supports Action to Continue Protecting and Restoring Great Lakes
Government investing $1.9 million in 38 Great Lakes projects across the province The Ontario government is investing $22,876.00 in The Mysterysnail Management and Removal Project through the Great Lakes Local Action Fund that will help build healthier communities while protecting Continue reading Ontario Supports Action to Continue Protecting and Restoring Great Lakes
Ontario to make changes to controlled deer hunt
Big changes are coming for hunters who participate in Ontario’s controlled deer hunt program. In 2023, the provincial government has committed to a host of changes that include new timelines around the application period and draw results, along with new Continue reading Ontario to make changes to controlled deer hunt
Ask a CO: Am I permitted to keep an arrow in my quiver for small game during bows-only deer season?
by Editorial Staff | October 19, 2022 Q: Am I permitted to keep arrows in my quiver with a small-game point during bows-only deer season? Occasionally I see rabbits while bowhunting, but I don’t want to waste a broadhead on small game. Continue reading Ask a CO: Am I permitted to keep an arrow in my quiver for small game during bows-only deer season?