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Field Editor Brainerd, Minn. Despite the snowstorm that pummelled northern Minnesota last weekend, state wildlife experts say that white-tailed deer appear to be in good condition and should be able to cope with increased snow depths. “We’d rather have the snow come late in the winter rather than early,” says Regional Wildlife Manager Dave Schad

I arrived at Lake Winnebago early on opening day of the 2001 sturgeon spearing season, not knowing exactly what to expect. The north shore of the big lake, near Waverly Beach, was bustling with activity. Sturgeon spearers were invading the local convenience stores and it appeared obvious the tremendous amount of revenue being pumped into

Northeastern Wisconsin has an excellent turkey population and the sport is gaining in popularity each season. DNR wildlife biologist John Huff of the Peshtigo office considers the wild turkey a common game bird in the region, thanks to good annual nest production and brood success. Huff said that the best hunting opportunities are in southern

Noted muskie anglers like Steve Heiting, Bruce Shumway, Jim Saric, Rich Reinert, Marv Kiley, Tony Grant, Bill Sandy, and Dick Pearson will be on hand conducting seminars. Also on display will be tackle, boats, art, and resort owners. A special attraction is a “kids’ midway.” Show hours are 2-9 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m. to

If you have never taken a gobbler beyond 25 yards and know that a longer shot would never tempt you, then this column is not for you. But if you have ever wished that you could squeeze just a few more yards out of the old blunderbuss and inflict a serious silence on that fussy

Mar. 3: Elk River Chapter RMEF Big Game Banquet at Green Haven C.C. Anoka at 4:30 p.m. For more info contact Bob at 763-274-0195. Mar. 3: Zumbro Valley Chapter Minnesota Bowhunters, Inc. Annual fundraising banquet. For more info contact Pat Hrabe at 507-252-9866 (H) or 507-775-6400 (W). Mar. 3: West Metro Struttin’ Zone Chapter of

The event, held on the east shore of Lake Mille Lacs, runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contest buttons cost $10 and are available at several locations around the lake. Call (320) 676-3646 for more information.

St. Paul, Minn. The House Environment and Natural Resources committee sent a letter Tuesday to DNR Commissioner Allen Garber questioning the agency’s spending of the lottery in-lieu dollars for the upcoming biennium. During its 2000 session, the state Legislature shifted approximately $25.5 million in lottery sales tax proceeds from the General Fund to natural resources