Wisconsin’s statewide fishing report on Jan. 2, 2026
Fishing action improving, right along with the ice. A look at the Wisconsin fishing report from across the state on Jan. 2, 2026.
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New York’s statewide fishing and hunting report on Jan. 2, 2026
Hunting winds down for many as attention turns to ice fishing. Here’s a look at thew New York fishing and hunting report on Jan. 2, 2026.
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Take time to figure it out, then reap Trout Lake’s rewards in Minnesota’s Itasca County
At first glance, it might appear as though anglers who fish Trout Lake near Coleraine have their work cut out for them. The lake is large (nearly 2,000 acres), with quite a bit of midlake structure and an abundance of sharp shoreline breaks.
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Minnesota’s Outdoor Calendar
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Minnesota published in the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
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Twelve new Minnesota conservation officers now afield
Twelve new Minnesota DNR conservation officers have completed their training and now occupy previously vacant field stations across the state.
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Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: 6-year-old thrilled after catching 31-inch walleye
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
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Ron Schara: Don’t approve of deer hunting? Don’t be a hypocrite
With apologies to Mickey Mouse, in recent weeks I’ve been running a trapline to eliminate a mouse invasion – a very impressive one, I must say.
In my garage alone, a herd of mice, roughly 10 strong, have been trapped and removed, thanks to a slab of peanut butter and my trapping skills. Of late, my trapline still offering tasty peanut butter has gone untouched.
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Three habitat projects to benefit turkeys, hunters in Illinois
Three major conservation projects covering roughly 3,000 acres in Illinois are designed to improve habitat and benefit both turkeys and turkey hunters.
The trio of projects were among those highlighted by the National Wild Turkey Federation as 2025 wound down.
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Steve Carney: A drop of super glue, and other panfishing tips
We have come a long way with artificial fishing baits, and many of us rarely use live bait anymore for panfishing through the ice.
Plastics come in a variety of styles an colors, and the quality varies. Here are some tips and suggestions to make your plastics work wonders.
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