DNR confirms new CWD-positive wild whitetail north of Brainerd
Positive result marks the first time the fatal deer and elk disease has been found in a wild animal outside of southeastern Minnesota.
Kentucky man catches giant goldfish – with a biscuit as bait
Hunter Anderson, of Danville, Ky., reportedly landed a 20-pound koi fish, resembling an oversized goldfish, from a pond in Danville on Saturday.
World's oldest-known wild bird hatches chick
Laysan albatross named Wisdom is at least 68 years old and has raised at least 31 chicks.
Study: In Vermont, snowmobile riders feel negative effects of climate change
A continuing decline in snowmobiling in Vermont will likely have economic consequences.
Deep snow prompts resumption of elk feeding at Wyoming refuge
More than 5,000 elk had gathered on the refuge's southern area.
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Washington state wolf population: 'We are seeing a wave of recovery'
According to estimates, Washington has a minimum of 122 wolves. But a researcher says it's possible the population of wolves is closer to 200 animals. And state wolf managers say Washington's wolf population has grown, on average, 30 percent per year.
Tips for using spoons to entice the wary walleyes of winter
There are definitely times when fish demand an increase in vibration and flash. But just the opposite can be the attractor, so bring an assortment of colors.
The granddaddy of all North Dakota walleyes
A walleye collected by a North Dakota Game and Fish biologist has set a "new old-age standard in walleye."
Ice fishing tip: Pay attention to detail during a tough walleye bite. Part 1: Set-lines
There’s been a hot bite but when you finally hit the ice, the weather changes and the action tanks. Pay attention to tiny details, and you’ll salvage your trip by tricking a few fish into biting.
National parks relish return to business
John Anfinson, superintendent of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area in Minnesota, said it felt great to tell his employees to open the Mississippi River Visitor's Center. He texted his manager and said "Roll up the gate!''
South Dakota bighorn ram is a world record
Clayton Miller’s massive ram is now the largest hunter-killed bighorn sheep with both Pope and Young and Boone and Crockett.
North Dakota midwinter waterfowl survey: Canada geese numbers up from 10-year average
It's said that the number likely would have been higher, but the blizzard that hit North Dakota in late December undoubtedly pushed some birds south prior to the survey.
Playing the Western big-game hunting game
An elk or mule deer hunt in the Rocky Mountains or High Plains can take years of planning, so start now.
Birding alert: A great winter for grosbeaks
Often on the move, evening and pine grosbeaks will be appearing at regional bird feeders through late winter.
Wildlife officials searching for answers after polar bear killed far outside normal range
The bear was shot – as it tried to enter a cabin – more than 100 miles south of the Beaufort Sea coastline. The animals usually stay within a few miles of the coast, except for some pregnant females who may go farther inland to build their dens.
Constant vigilance keeps West Virginia's elk out of poachers' hands
Since elk were stocked there late in 2016, not a single animal has been killed illegally as regular law-enforcement patrols, real-time electronic surveillance and a vigilant public have combined to keep the elk safe.
Video captures moose chasing skiers, snowboarders at Colorado resort
The video shows a large bull moose approach and then charge a crowd of people. There were no reports of injuries.
Oregon rancher uses inflatable dancing man to shoo wolves
The device is the same as those commonly seen at used car lots and is powered by a generator that blows air into the balloon so it jumps and wiggles in the air.
National whitetail report: Buck harvest up, doe harvest down
One fact of note from the report: Minnesota hunters shot more than a quarter of their entire deer harvest on opening day of their primary firearms season.
Wyoming Game and Fish seeks help in dealing with CWD
Some conservationists and biologists say feed grounds can spread the disease and have called for phasing out elk feeding in northwestern Wyoming.
Iowa hunters pass on tradition amid hunting decline
About 223,000 people in Iowa held hunting licenses in 2018, a 14 percent decrease from 1988.
Missouri man breeds dogs for shed hunting
The chance to find big antlers is one of the main draws of the sport, but he said an added benefit people get out of it is a chance to get outside and be active with their families.
Michigan hunter's mule deer is a Nebraska record
The deer, which was taken by bow and scored 197-4/8, reportedly is the second largest typical mule deer entered into the Nebraska records regardless of method of take.
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