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July 4, 2026

Mike Raykovicz: Study sheds light on who is using crossbows

Blogs, Featured, Hunting, National Hunting, New York, Opinion /

There is little doubt that the use of crossbows for hunting deer and other game is here to stay. Many hunters find crossbows work well, especially for those of advanced age, limited mobility, disabilities, or injuries.
Responsive Management, a survey research firm specializing in natural resource and outdoor recreation issues, and The Archery Trade Association (ATA) joined forces and initiated a survey to discover who exactly makes up the majority of crossbow hunters nationwide.

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A decade of research offers insight into Minnesota’s fisher populations

Featured, Home Page News, Hunting, Minnesota, National Hunting, National News, Nature Page & Night Sky, News /

Concerns about recent population declines in fishers are driving researchers to determine the causes and develop better management practices for the species.
Researchers have studied the furbearer for years through multiple projects examining different aspects of fisher ecology. The research was prompted by a population decline observed in northern Minnesota in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

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Too many bass anglers employ crankbaits as a last resort

Featured, Features, Fishing, Home Page News, Minnesota, National Fishing /

I fish every day, mostly for walleyes because of demands from my clients.
But during a trip or two each week, I get the request for bass – largemouth or smallmouth.
The conversation starts with questions, like “Are we using spinnerbaits? I used them as a kid. Or plastic worms?” My retort usually is: “Whatever works!”

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