MN Daily Update: Shy tom turkeys?
What do you do if you can’t get one of those big tom turkeys to come into the call?
April 19, 2023
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Vehicle-hit canine reported as wolf is really family dog
Field reports from Minnesota DNR conservation officers published in the April 21, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Minnesota’s Pro Tip of the Week: Trout fishing in high, dirty water
This past weekend we faced high water over the banks on a lot of streams due to runoff. The best way I’ve found to compete with this is using flashy baits such as small spinners or drifting crawlers close to the bottom.
Minnesota’s Outdoor Calendar
A look at upcoming outdoor-related events from across Minnesota published in the April 21, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Wisconsin NRB Chairman Bill Smith attends open houses in Douglas, Washburn counties
Natural Resources Board (NRB) Chairman Bill Smith, a resident of Washburn County, attended open houses in Douglas and Washburn counties as part of the spring hearing process that brought about open houses for the first time.
In Washburn County Smith was introduced by Larry Damman, the Conservation Congress vice-chairman, and asked to comment on the role of the congress.
Minnesota Legislature nears finish line on bills for outdoors
Dollars slashed for fish hatcheries, boat accesses; fees raised for fishing licenses, boat registrations; and a ban on wolf hunt?
The Minnesota House and Senate approved Legacy omnibus bills this past week. The bills will head to conference committee at the end of April. The House also passed its environment, climate and energy omnibus bill on Monday, April 17, with the Senate bill still going through committee hearings on its version.
Minnesota’s Fishing and Hunting Report for April 19, 2023
Spring crappie bite not far off. A look at Minnesota’s statewide fishing and hunting report for April 19, 2023.
Walleyes in Minnesota’s Sturgeon Lake struggle amid competition for forage
At just over 1,700 acres, Sturgeon Lake is the second-largest fishery in Pine County. It’s a beautiful lake, with amazingly clear water that often attracts more recreational users than anglers during the summer months.
But Sturgeon’s pristine water is home to a decent fish community as well, highlighted by some good largemouth bass and panfish fishing opportunities, along with an abundance of short northern pike.
Adding public archery ranges hits bullseye of ‘money well spent’ in Illinois
We have word of a grant distribution that should make everyone reading this page want to pat me – OK, I won’t accept blame so I can’t take credit – and pat DNR on the back for money well spent.
