What to make of the Roosevelt Conservation Caucus
Key House and Senate Republicans issued strong statements in support of the environment and conservation Wednesday, but are they simply courting voters before the next election?
Rob Drieslein
Mandatory classic fishing books for any serious angler
Hang in the hammock over the upcoming July 4th holiday weekend and read one of these six freshwater fishing classics.
Gobbler season 2019: Building tomorrow’s wild turkey hunting addicts
Glorious May spring weekend produces first gobbler for Minnesota lad – who’s already planning turkey hunts in 2020 and beyond.
Spring break in Alaska: Backcountry in Kenai Fjords National Park
The author and his companions beat the crowds at a national park by biking and hiking an area seasonally closed to automobile traffic.
Minnesota Fishing Hall of Fame inducts four individuals, two businesses
A raucous crowd of fishing legends enjoyed a morning of angling camaraderie, toasting, and roasting Friday during the Northwest Sportshow.
Lindners launch new Angling Buzz column in Outdoor News
New, regular column will explore latest industry news, opinions on the state of modern fishing, and exclusive angling tips from the most respected names in North American sportfishing.
Support Minnesota’s public lands and waters at State Capitol rally on Thursday, Feb. 7
Wear your hunting and fishing colors, visit with your representatives, and help keep protection of public lands and waters at the forefront of state policy this legislative session.
New DNR commissioner chats with Outdoor News [audio]
Audio interview with Sarah Strommen touches on her background, management style, and outlook for leading one of the nation’s largest natural resource agencies.
UPDATE: Walz names Sarah Strommen to lead Minnesota DNR
Former mayor of Ramsey and current assistant commissioner will become first woman ever to head the agency.
Will persisting chronic wasting disease end APR in southeast Minnesota?
With 11 more CWD positives so far this fall – all white-tailed bucks – can antler-point restrictions survive in 2019?
Spare gutpile? Grab a trail cam and contribute to U of M research
Grad student’s dissertation asks hunters to help answer age-old question: What’s eating those gutpiles?
Photos and video reveal recently translocated wolves of Isle Royale [video]
Four wolves hailing from extreme northeastern Minnesota already are consuming moose carcasses on the Lake Superior island.
Considering Minnesota’s wolf population survey, fall youth deer hunting, and a nifty trail cam image
If the margin of error on the eastern grey wolf population in Minnesota is more than 26 percent, what is it for important game species like white-tailed deer? Also, what’s with this white-tailed buck (trail cam image)?
Wolves or coyotes? Minnesota trail cam image generates massive online debate, but experts agree – they’re wolves [photo]
Finlayson, Minn. — Jerry Schneider sent Outdoor News a trail camera image recently from his 240-acre hunting property west of Finlayson. The date stamp shows the camera snapped the image in early August, and the photo clearly shows eight wild canines entering a field on a steamy summer morning. Outdoor News posted the image on its Facebook page at noon…
Wolves or coyotes? Canine debate continues to brew
This trail camera photo from reader Jerry Schneider of canines entering a Pine County field inspired lots of social media chatter last weekend. Most experts, however, agree that this is a pack of wolves. (Photo courtesy of Jerry Schneider)Finlayson, Minn. — Jerry Schneider sent Outdoor News a trail camera image late last week from his 240-acre hunting property west of…
Wolves or coyotes? Reader-submitted trail camera image generates massive online debate
Several Minnesota wild canine experts weigh in on whether a photo shows coyotes or wolves, and their conclusion is unanimous …
Eight states file federal lawsuit to restore bird protection law
Dispute over Trump administration’s interpretation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act heats up with action from eight attorneys general.
Meateater podcast draws impressive crowd of hunters to Twin Cities area
Steven Rinella produces one of the most popular podcasts in the country, and on Thursday night, more than 1,000 outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen rendezvoused in Burnsville to watch it live. Plus information on an upcoming Modern Carnivore experience.
A cornerstone wildlife protection law, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, celebrates 100 years July 3
A great conservation success story, the MBTA – like too many environmental protections – faces political challenges and legislation hurdles if it’s to survive another century.
Go fishing now during the best angling month of the year
A fine day of catching Mississippi River walleyes reminds the author to enjoy these heady days of June fishing.
Images, video: Barred owl nest in Minnesota
Most people have heard the distinctive call of the common barred owl, and the early nesters likely have young thinking about fledging already in mid-May.
The Legislative Auditor’s Deer Report and a big Public Lands Rally
Two big news items! The Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor released a long-awaited deer report today. And during the next five days, multiple events will highlight sportsmen support for public lands.
Remembering a day with one of the greats in outdoors writing: Pat McManus – 1933-2018
With his dry wit, crazy cast of literary characters, and love of rural places, Pat McManus drew comparisons to Mark Twain and other American humorists.
Mid-March grab bag: Oppose the GROW Act, plus it’s outdoors awards season
New legislation threatens the Conservation Reserve Program, and the Northwest Sportshow means it’s time to honor Hall of Fame anglers plus the Outdoor News Person of the Year.
Details on purchasing an M1911 pistol through the Civilian Marksmanship Program
In storage since the 1980s, thousands of .45 handguns will hit the marketplace via the CMP. Gun enthusiasts willing to process paperwork can get a crack at one.
Former Department of Interior officials object to recent Trump administration ruling on the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
Interior’s Office of the Solicitor declared last month that the MBTA does not prohibit incidental take of birds. These natural resources professionals and career public servants disagree.
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