Wednesday, October 14th, 2026

Breaking News for

Sportsmen Since 1968

Search
Wednesday, October 14th, 2026

Breaking News for

Sportsmen Since 1968

HuntingMinnesotaWaterfowl

Outdoor Insights: Public pushback makes impact in Minnesota DNR’s ‘splash duck’ limit decision

The Minnesota DNR surprised me last week by announcing that it will not pursue the “Tier 2” any-duck, three-bird bag limit option for the 2027 duck-hunting season. The public comment period on the proposal, which would have existed in addition to a regular (presumably six-duck) bag, drew more than 1,000 public comments. They tilted slightly ...

Top Regional Stories

Jump to Fishing Reports

Read it all

More from Outdoor News

Keep updated on the latest fishing reports by selecting your state in the dropdown below.

Nickolas McLoughlin, of Stamford, NY caught and released this King Salmon while fishing with his brother, father and grandfather on the Salmon River Oct. 1, 2026.

Hummingbird-Black2
On The Water

Latest Fishing News

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Catching the river walleyes of autumn

Patrick Durkin: Satellite-linked phones guide rescuers to remote areas

Jeremiah Haas: Fishermen make big difference for youths in Mississippi River tournament

Only fish caught in Illinois muskie tournament nets duo prize money for top three spots

Old Reel Collectors Assoc. gathers in New York’s Warren County

Wisconsin angler frustrated with restitution process after warden struck his boat

Northern Wisconsin fisheries groups air grievances in meeting with gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany

What’s the exact right trolling speed? Match it to water temperature and fish metabolism

Rainbow trout stocking creates an angler tradition in Illinois

Iowa bass club president fined for improper release of fish in Wisconsin tournament

La Crosse, Wis., man cited for six years of bass tournament violations

Public invited to sturgeon stocking in New York’s Region 8 tributaries this October

New Listens

Podcasts

Minnesota Podcasts

MN & WI Daily Updates​

New York Podcasts​

Wisconsin Podcasts​

Let's Discuss…

Chime in on popular issues affecting America's out-of-doors.

Outdoor Insights: Public pushback makes impact in Minnesota DNR’s ‘splash duck’ limit decision

The Minnesota DNR surprised me last week by announcing that it will not pursue the “Tier 2” any-duck, three-bird bag limit option for the 2027 ...
Join the Discussion

Tom Venesky: Pennsylvania’s hunters, anglers need answers, not another study

One of the big takeaways from the recent “shared services” study by the Wildlife Management Institute was that savings and efficiency could be realized by ...
Join the Discussion

Steve Piatt: Some honest deer hunting talk from Pennsylvania

Deer hunters always seem up for a good debate, which these days is often capable of deteriorating into a full-blown argument, especially if it involves ...
Join the Discussion

GET THE OUTDOOR NEWS DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX

Sign up for the Outdoor News Weekly Newsletter and get 2 months of FREE access to OutdoorNews.com – packed with hunting, fishing, and conservation news. No Catch.

This offer includes digital access only (not the printed edition)

Email Address(Required)
Password(Required)
Name
What outdoor activities interest you?(Required)

PLEASE READ

Accessing Your Full Subscription Just Got Easier. Introducing Single Sign On.

 We’ve simplified things. Now you only need one password to access all your Outdoor News digital content.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Click Continue below.
  2. You’ll be taken to the OutdoorNews.com sign-in screen.
  3. Don’t have an account yet? Create one—it’s quick!
  4. After signing in, click the E-Edition Login button again. When the pop-up appears, just click Continue.
  5. You’ll either:
    1. Land on the e-edition selection screen (you’re in!)
    2. Be sent to a help page if we didn’t detect a subscription.

If you hit the help page, follow the directions so you don’t miss out on any of our great content.

One login. Every edition. Easy.

Let’s get you reading!

PLEASE READ

 We’ve simplified things. Now you only need one password to access all your Outdoor News digital content.

Here’s how it works:

• Click Continue below.

• You’ll be taken to the OutdoorNews.com sign-in screen.

• Don’t have an account yet? Create one—it’s quick!

• After signing in, click the E-Edition Login button again. When the pop-up appears, just click Continue. You’ll either:

  1. Land on the e-edition selection screen (you’re in!)
  2. Be sent to a help page if we didn’t detect a subscription.

If you hit the help page, follow the directions so you don’t miss out on any of our great content.

Help Shape the Future of OutdoorNews.com!

We know you love the outdoors—now we want to make OutdoorNews.com the ultimate destination for all things hunting, fishing, and conservation.

Take our brief 3 minute survey to share your thoughts, and help us build the best outdoor website on the planet. As a thank you, we’ll send you a special offer!

Together, we can make OutdoorNews.com even better.

Introducing The Outdoor News Foundation

For a limited time, you can get full access to breaking news, all original Outdoor News stories and updates from the entire Great Lakes Region and beyond, the most up-to-date fishing & hunting reports, lake maps, photo & video galleries, the latest gear, wild game cooking tips and recipes, fishing & hunting tips from pros and experts, bonus web content and much, much more, all on your smartphone, tablet or desktop For just a buck per month!

Some restrictions apply. Not valid with other promotions. $1 per month for 6 months (you will be billed $6) and then your subscription will renew at standard subscription rates. For more information see Terms and Conditions. This offer only applies to OutdoorNews.com and not for any Outdoor News print subscriptions. Offer valid thru 3/31/23.

Already a subscriber to OutdoorNews.com? Click here to login.