Handsome eagle from northeastern Asia stakes a claim in U.S.
Substantially larger than a bald eagle, a massive Steller’s sea eagle has thrilled wildlife watchers in the northeastern United States this winter.
'An instant fishery'
That's the case with a lot of the younger walleye fisheries in the state now. Still, while word of a good walleye bite can lure ice anglers from afar, when a North Dakota lake is rumored to be kicking out nice perch, off-the-beaten-path waters can turn into small towns overnight.
COs remove frozen hammock from buck’s antlers [Video]
CO Luke Robare and Sgt. Jason Becker responded to a call in Rochester Hills in Oakland County and found a buck with a tangled mess of a hammock around the deer’s antlers.
Indiana hunters have donated enough venison for 2 million meals
The shotgun hunting season in Indiana kicked off just a few weeks ago and the donations have been coming in.
Colorado confirms 1st wolf kill of livestock in decades
The kill would be the first of its kind in more than 70 years.
Drought takes toll on North Dakota mule deer herd
“This year’s count was the lowest fawn-to-doe ratio since 2011 and 2012, following the severe winters of 2008 through 2010."
Southern Minnesota bowhunter arrows a 9-pointer hauling a mess of fence
Earlier trail cam images of the struggling buck reveal it probably became entangled sometime during prior 12 days
Big woodpeckers and renewed life for Migratory Bird Treaty Act
Despite an extinction press release from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, some good conservation news has emerged from Washington D.C.
Fishing debate: Who are the GOATs?
Can’t just pick one? The author has several categories where he recommends his picks for the top fishermen ever.
Alaska's vanishing salmon push Yukon River tribes to brink
For the first time in memory, both king and chum salmon have dwindled to almost nothing and the state has banned salmon fishing on the Yukon.
South Dakota flush with optimism as pheasant season nears
With possible record pheasant numbers this year, officials expect businesses will flourish
A gray wolf in California's Ventura County?
This is the farthest south in California that any gray wolf has been documented since one was captured in San Bernardino County in 1922.
Six anglers picked for Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame
Two hail from Wisconsin and another from Michigan.
North Dakota drought taking toll on prime pheasant areas
Wildlife officials also are concerned about what the upcoming winter and spring might hold for the population of the popular upland game bird.
Minnesota artist James Hautman wins 2021 Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest
He won with his painting of a pair of redheads floating in the water.
U.S. tribes demand emergency protection for wolves
Seek to relist the wolf on an emergency basis for 240 days, ensuring immediate protection.
Smoked Lake Trout
The oily nature of Lake Trout fillets make it a perfect vessel for holding smoke. In this recipe by Jamie Carlson as featured in the Outdoor News Taste of the Wild, you combine a dry brine and directions on the ideal cook time for smoking the fish. Lake trout served up with some pickled onions and whole grain mustard is a great snack.
Montana FW&P: Hunters must expect to see grizzlies
Some areas with dense concentrations of grizzly bears are very accessible to hunters, especially during the archery season.
Record-low numbers of steelhead returning to Columbia River
Just 29,000 steelhead passed the Bonneville Dam since July 1 – the fewest ever recorded and less than half the average of the past five years.
Chimichurri Venison Tacos
Tacos are a great summer crowd-pleaser because each person can adjust the fixings to suit their taste buds. The simple chimichurri sauce adds a ton of fresh herby flavors and a zing of acidity by itself. But some other great toppings that work with this recipe include grilled onions, pico de gallo, avocado, a good crumbly cheese (e.g., queso fresco, cotija), or corn salsa. It’s the perfect summer meal to use up some of last fall’s venison and impress your friends.
Golden eagle populations struggling in Utah and the West
Golden eagles are typically long-lived, if they can survive those early months.
Sesame Baked Chicken of the Woods Mushrooms
He's best known as a leading authority on culinary uses of mushrooms and plants via his website Forager | Chef: the largest resource on wild mushroom cookery on the web, and Chef Alan Bergo shares his step-by-step recipe with Outdoor News readers for this surprising take on "sesame chicken" using wild mushrooms.
ICAST announces New Product Showcase 'Best of Category' winners for 2021
Innovative new products point to the future of recreational fishing at ICAST 2021.
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