January 16, 2012

While the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation is charged with conserving the state’s wildlife, agency officials are quick to point out the crucial role of its partners, such as the National Wild Turkey Federation who just donated $86,250 for wildlife management efforts in the state. At its January meeting, the Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commission recognized […]

CONCORD, N.H. — With snow and ice finally arriving in New Hampshire and a holiday weekend ahead, outdoor authorities are advising the Granite State’s backcountry visitors to “hikeSafe.” “New Hampshire is a great place for winter recreation, whether you’re hiking, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing or ice-climbing,” said New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officer Lieutenant James

Early ice fishing reports from many areas of the state have been promising. However, the North Dakota Game and Fish Department advises winter anglers to be cautious when moving or removing permanent fish houses and travelling on state lakes. Robert Timian, chief game warden, said an unseasonably mild winter has caused some ice houses to

North Dakota Game and Fish Department hunter education instructors are invited to attend one of four regional workshops scheduled in 2012. The workshops are Feb. 25 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Grand Forks; March 10 at the Ramada Grand Dakota Lodge in Dickinson; March 24 at the Best Western Grand International Inn in Minot;

Now is a good time for parents with children who want to operate a boat or jet ski this summer to have them take the state’s boating basics course. State law requires youngsters ages 12-15 to pass the course before they operate a boat or personal watercraft with at least a 10 horsepower motor. In

North Dakota citizens with an interest in supporting wildlife conservation programs are reminded to look for the Watchable Wildlife checkoff on the state tax form. The 2011 state income tax form gives wildlife enthusiasts an opportunity to support nongame wildlife like songbirds and birds of prey, while at the same time contributing to programs that