Some big walleyes were caught this week, including a 32.5-inch giant. In addition to walleyes and saugers, anglers are catching jumbo perch, eelpout, northern pike, tullibees, and an occasional sturgeon while targeting walleyes.
Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – December 29, 2025 Read More »
I was a bit surprised at the results of a recent opinion poll in Michigan Outdoor News that asked whether readers believe there should be a separate Natural Resources Commission established for the state’s Upper Peninsula, as opposed to the current NRC that sets statewide hunting and fishing policy.
Just over 70% of the respondents voted “no,” while 23% voted “yes” and 6% said they were not sure. I thought the vote might be closer.
Tom Pink: No need for an Upper Peninsula Natural Resources Commission Read More »
This past year will certainly be remembered for many years to come thanks to some important headlines that dominated in the outdoor world stage – especially in the Empire State. These are my Top 10 headlines that truly impacted hunting and fishing as we get ready to celebrate 2026 and beyond.
Bill Hilts, Jr.: A year to remember for New York hunters and anglers in 2025 Read More »
Lake Rupert in southeast Ohio is a bit of a hidden gem when it comes to fishing lakes in this part of the state.
Big saugeyes, bass a possibility at Lake Rupert in Ohio’s Vinton County Read More »
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) have become a regular phenomenon across the Great Lakes, posing threats to both freshwater ecosystems and human health, particularly in Lake Erie’s Western Basin. It’s a big, complex problem that can’t be solved by a single scientific study or project. Collaboration is needed.
Collaborative research focuses on solutions to algal blooms Read More »
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Ohio published in the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Ohio’s Outdoor Calendar Read More »
Ohio cuffs and collars are field reports from the Division of Wildlife. These reports are from the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
The Trump administration on Dec. 23 suspended leases for five large-scale offshore wind projects under construction along the East Coast due to what it said were national security risks identified by the Pentagon.
The suspension, effective immediately, is the latest step by the administration to hobble offshore wind in its push against renewable energy sources.
Trump admin. halts East Coast offshore wind projects Read More »
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio DNR (ODNR) Director Mary Mertz recently opened a newly renovated nature center at Caesar Creek State Park.
Ohio Mixed Bag: Nature center opens at Caesar Creek State Park Read More »
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