April 7, 2009

New crossbow regulations recently approved by the Michigan Natural Resources Commission are designed to expand hunting opportunities, retain existing hunters and recruit new hunters, and offer a way for some hunters to continue hunting when facing physical limitations. Under the new regulations, crossbows may be used: by anyone 50 years of age or older during […]

Salem, Ore. – Spring bear hunting opened April 1 in western Oregon and the western Blue Mountains, but hunters need not be in a hurry to head out. “I was in the Cascades in really good bear habitat at low elevations the week of March 19 but I did not see any fresh bear sign,”

The first segment of this year’s five part, spring turkey hunting season begins Friday, April 10 with a special three-day, adult mentored youth hunt.  The first segment of the regular gun/bow season begins April 13.  Although wild turkey populations may vary between regions, hunters can expect to encounter good to excellent numbers of spring gobblers

Austin, Texas — Despite welcome rains in late March, much of Texas remains parched by prolonged drought of historic proportions, and wildlife die-offs of whooping cranes and deer have been reported. However, experts say native wildlife evolved to bounce back from drought, and a bigger issue is how human water use is changing the equation,

Phoenix – Arizona Governor Jan Brewer today announced the appointment of Jack Husted to the Arizona Game and Fish Commission. “Mr. Husted is very well-versed in wildlife issues,” stated Brewer. “His deep roots in this state and his commitment to public service will prove vital to Arizona’s wildlife management.” Mr. Husted has a broad background