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July 16, 2025

Montana proposes changes to increase wolf harvest

The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Department is proposing changes to wolf trapping and hunting regulations aimed at bringing down the number of wolves across the state, as required by law.
The FW&P proposal will go before the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission at its Aug. 21 meeting. It is open for public comment through Aug. 4.

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Steve Carney: Minnesota’s summer switch means a move to leeches, crawlers for walleyes

As we endure the hot summer months, the shift to using leeches and crawlers to catch walleyes is upon us. Minnows are still an option but for summertime walleyes, you can’t beat a lively leech or plump crawler.
Here are some tips to help you become more efficient in using these baits.

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South Dakota seeks comment on controversial mountain lion proposal

The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission is once again at the center of a heated debate over mountain lion management, as the group considers a new proposal that would expand the use of dogs to hunt mountain lions in the Black Hills National Forest region.
The proposal is open for public comment until the commission’s next meeting in August, when a final vote is expected.

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