Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – May 22, 2023
This is the time for jigging. Most anglers are anchoring up and vertically jigging with a jig and minnow. The best jig colors… gold, orange, chartreuse, pink or a combo of these colors.
May 22, 2023
Applications open through June 16 to apply for elk licenses in Minnesota
Interested hunters have through Friday, June 16, to apply for one of 17 elk licenses offered this year by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Lakewood Products B141 scoped rifle and/or shotgun case (also available in a long model)
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MN Daily Update: Not too late to fill a turkey tag
The Minnesota spring turkey hunting season runs through May 31, and you can still purchase a license. Hunters from earlier periods who did not fill
Father’s Day gift guide for the outdoor enthusiast
Don’t wait until the last minute and end up getting the ol’ man a gift card; put some thought into a Father’s Day gift that’s just right. Outdoor News has made your life a little easier by finding some great gift options that will make any dad happy.
Public asked to help perform surveys to monitor prevalence of Iowa’s bats
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources and Iowa State University are looking for volunteers interested in performing night time surveys for bats in Dubuque, Marshall/Tama/Poweshiek/Jasper, Pocahontas, Franklin/Hardin and Butler counties.
The survey monitors bat occurrence in key areas of the state. It began in response to declining bat populations from White Nose Syndrome and other challenges. This survey uses acoustic recording equipment mounted on top of a car to detect bats along specific routes.
Five projects approved by Iowa Natural Resources Commission
A total of five construction projects were recently approved by the Iowa Natural Resources Commission, including projects at three state parks.
A new office area and shop will be built at Lake Wapello State Park in Davis County. The building will be constructed of Structural Insulated Panels and covered in steel siding. The building will include an office area as well as a breakroom and restroom, while the shop/storage area will include three heated bays.
WI Daily Update: Spraying for spongy moth at four state properties
The Wisconsin DNR announces aerial spraying plans for spongy moth caterpillars at four state properties.
Gadget-free fishing and pulling in northern pike
I have several friends who are diehard fishermen, knowledgeable to the point where catching fish is usually an inevitability for them.
Their rigs sport all the latest electronics and are jammed with myriad rod/reel combos and tackle of every sort. Pulling finicky walleyes from heavily fished or marginal waters can be rote for these guys. Not me.
