Welcome, Hunters

Network Outdoors exists to bring hunters and anglers together — to compete, to connect, and to celebrate the outdoors we love. Our Contests put your best harvests on the leaderboard. Our Leagues give shooting sports a season-long home, with handicaps and standings that keep it fair for everyone. Our Events are just about showing up — a round of sporting clays, a guided trip, a wild game dinner — no scorecard required. However you get involved, it's about the same thing: ethical hunting, fair chase, mentoring the next generation, and building a community that looks out for each other and the land we hunt and fish on. Happy Hunting! Hunt Safe, Hunt Ethical, Hunt Together.

Licensing & Legality Requirements ALL CONTESTANTS MUST: ✓ Possess a valid Michigan hunting license for the appropriate season and game type (Small Game, Regular or Archery Deer, Waterfowl, etc.) ✓ Harvest all game in Michigan only - all entries must be from legal Michigan hunts ✓ Follow all Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) hunting laws and regulations including: • Proper seasons and seasons dates • Legal hunting methods for each species • Bag limits and possession limits • Firearm/bow regulations • Public vs. private land restrictions • Tagging and reporting requirements ✓ Provide proof of valid Michigan hunting license in all photo submissions (license visible in photo or submit copy separately) ✓ Comply with all local ordinances and landowner permissions

Network Outdoors does not assume responsibility for: • Any injuries or accidents that occur during hunting, fishing, and shooting sport activities • Violations of state or federal hunting & fishing laws • Trespassing or property damage • Disputes between hunters, anglers, or landowners • Ethical concerns or fair chase disputes By participating in this contest, you acknowledge and assume all risks associated with hunting activities. Hunting, hunting, and recreational shooting are inherently dangerous activities. Participants are solely responsible for their own safety and legal compliance.

Contest Rules & Submission Requirements • ALL submissions must be in by 11/30/26 • Photos must clearly show your fish and angler or harvest and hunter (if desired) • Michigan hunting &/or fishing license (or portion showing validation) must be visible in photos depending on the type of contest you’re in (fishing license with fishing contest, hunting license or tag with hunting contest) • Harvest date must be provided and must fall within contest dates • All information provided must be accurate and truthful • Manipulation or misrepresentation of entries will result in disqualification • Network Outdoors reserves the right to disqualify entries that appear to violate any laws or regulations • Winners announced at the December 17, 2024 Friends-giving Wild Game Dinner

For MSAH Donations (Deer Contests) Contestants entering the “Most Meat Donated to MSAH” or “First Doe Donated to MSAH” categories must provide: • Official MSAH donation receipt or documentation • Proof that harvested game was delivered to MSAH • Contact the Michigan Sportsman Against Hunger for submission procedures

Questions? Contact Network Outdoors before submitting entries to ensure compliance with all contest rules and Michigan hunting regulations. 1. Create an account on the Network Outdoors Contest Platform 2. Select your contest (Waterfowl, Whitetail Doe, or Buck Pole) 3. Choose your category (Most species, First harvest, Best photo, etc.) 4. Upload your photo(s) • Ensure Michigan hunting license is visible • Clear, well-lit photos perform best 5. Fill in contest details • Hunter name, license number • Harvest date • Species/measurements (as applicable) • Any additional notes 6. Submit for review • Review panel verifies entries • Approved entries appear on live leaderboards • Entries updated weekly

Network Outdoors is dedicated to: • Promoting ethical fishing & hunting and fair chase • Supporting new hunters & anglers entering the sport • Encouraging mentorship and community • Celebrating the hunting heritage • Supporting conservation initiatives like MSAH • Ensuring fair and transparent competition • Building a community of responsible hunters & anglers

Friends-giving Wild Game Dinner Date: December 17, 2024 Location: Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club Winners will be recognized and awarded at our annual celebration. Invite your family and friends to celebrate the hunting season and honor this year’s champions!