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Ohio Pickerel Creek Will Hold Youth Muzzleloader Deer Hunts

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011 at 11:53 AM

Ohio Pickerel Creek Will Hold Youth Muzzleloader Deer Hunts
Post card applications must be postmarked by December 8 2011.

Ohio Department Natural Resources

Ohio Department Natural Resources

FINDLAY, OH --(Ammoland.com)- A lottery card drawing will be held for youth muzzleloader deer hunts on January 7, 8, 9 and 10, 2012 in portions of the State Wildlife Refuge on the Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

Interested youth hunters, ages 17 and younger, may apply by mailing a 4 x 6 inch post card to the Wildlife District Two Office; 952 Lima Avenue; Findlay, OH 45840. Print the name, address, and phone number of the applicant on the card with the words “Pickerel Creek Youth Muzzleloader Deer Hunt” at the top.

Postcards must be postmarked by December 8, 2011. Eight permits will be issued per day. The drawing will be on the December 19 with permits will to be mailed out on the December 20 to successful applicants.

The Division of Wildlife conducts controlled hunts on professionally managed areas throughout the state for youth. These hunts provide a unique opportunity for young hunters to learn from their mentors.

If you would like more information about these hunts go to the Division of Wildlife’s webpage at wildohio.com and look for the controlled hunt tab.

The ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR Web site at www.ohiodnr.com.

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$1,000 Reward For Information On Stolen Cannon

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011 at 12:59 PM

$1,000 Reward For Information Leading To The Recovery Of Stolen Cannon

Spanish Made Bronze Gun Cast In Seville In 1795

Spanish Made Bronze Gun Cast In Seville In 1795

AmmoLand Gun News

AmmoLand Gun News

Romulus , Michigan --(Ammoland.com)- On the night of November 2, 2011, this historic bronze cannon was stolen during a break-in at Edston Plastic Company in Romulus , Michigan.

The cannon belongs to Matt Switlik of Monroe, Michigan. It was temporarily at the Romulus location for use as a model in crafting a simulated clear plastic cannon replica for a museum exhibit.

The crest of the Spanish king is engraved on the top

The crest of the Spanish king is engraved on the top.

The cannon is an original, Spanish made bronze gun cast in Seville in 1795. The crest of the Spanish king is engraved on the top. Trunnions are marked: 225 p (weight) and markings which translate: Made from copper from Riotinto and Mexico.

The breech ring is engraved with the Seville location, date of 1795 and serial number 3610.

Overall length is 42 inches, caliber is 2.6 inches.

The cannon is one of a matching pair owned by Matt Switlik. They were brought to Michigan by General H.H. Bandholtz of Constantine Michigan, an Army officer who served in the Spanish American War.

Anyone with information about this cannon should contact the Romulus Police Department at 734-941- 8400

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