Pennsylvania’s annual waterfowl symposium March 10
Focus will be on status of Atlantic Flyway waterfowl populations and proposed federal frameworks for the 2017-18 waterfowl hunting seasons.
February 23, 2017
Alaska game board approves using dogs to hunt coyotes
Will restrict the use of dogs to hunting coyotes in the Delta Junction area.
Illinois Outdoor News Cuffs and Collars — Feb. 24, 2017
Region I – Capt. Laura Petreikis CPO Posateri responded to a call for an injured bowhunter at Johnson Sauk Trail. The disabled hunter had called the staff asking for help but due to poor cell reception the call was lost before the staff could ascertain what kind of help was needed. The hunter was located
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report — Feb. 24, 2017
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Lake Michigan: The browns and cohos are starting to get active on the lakefront from the boats. Fish the warm-water discharges with jigs and twisters tipped with a piece of squid or crankbaits like a J-9 in
Stocking of fish to drop amid DNR struggles
If all goes well, biologists and technicians will release between 11 million and 12 million fish into the state’s lakes and rivers this year – a significant decline from the 20.9 million stocked in 2016 and light years from the 79.5 million fish stocked 15 years ago in 2002.
Illinois Outdoor News Calendar — Feb. 24, 2017
Banquets/Fundraisers Feb. 24: Rock Island, Henry Co. PF Banquet, 6 p.m., Camden Centre, Milan. For more info call Bill Martin, 309-787-0340. Feb. 25: Woodford County NWTF Banquet, 5:30 p.m., St. Mary’s of Lourds Parish Hall, Metoamora. For more info call Al Helton, 3009-397-0354. Feb. 25: Peoria DU Banquet, 5 p.m., Peoria Gateway Building. For more
In North Dakota, Lake Metigoshe an ice-fishing treasure
The lake in the Turtle Mountain region is a haven for bluegills and crappies in the wintertime.
Maple syrup producers face challenges in warming world
In the Northeast, maple syrup leaders such as New York and Pennsylvania wonder what’s next.
Exodus of outdoor show from Utah criticized by beneficiaries
Small business owners join Democratic state leaders to speak out against Utah’s Republican leadership for what they called a stubborn stance on public lands that will leave the state without an estimated $45 million in direct spending the shows bring annually.
