One man’s rough fish … one man’s ‘other white meat’
Around the world and even within North America, you’ll find vastly different attitudes about piscatorial species like carp, muskies, bass, and northern pike.
Tim Lesmeister
Sometimes, even this know-it-all just needs to trust his fishing guide
In the end, they likely know a lot more about their fishery and will put you on more fish – if that’s what you’re after.
Big wind and waves scuttle halibut trip, so monster rainbows suffice
Weather can waylay the best-laid plans of hunters and anglers, but developing a backup plan makes for memorable days afield.
Tactics for the giant northern pike of Lake Superior
Find shallow bays with loads of vegetation on Gitche Gumee, and you’ll locate some of the largest northern pike in the Lower 48.
Angling preview 2017: Motor-free open-water fishing via kayak
From small, relatively inaccessible metro lakes and rivers to pristine backcountry fisheries, a kayak can simplify and improve your fishing.
The lure of spring Mississippi River fishing
Walleyes, saugers, pike and bass – just for starters – highlight the incredible open-water fishing opportunities on this border water from March through May.
See a penny… catch an icy northern pike!
An ice fishing diversion produces a quick limit of fish for a Minnesota angler willing to make his own hard-water luck.
The traveling angler: Lesmeister’s Maui fishing program
Taking a break from ice fishing in Minnesota, the author targets saltwater species like puffer and grouper with hook and line.
Fifty years of Minnesota history: great Outdoor News, views and more
With Volume 50 underway in 2017, staff recall some classic stories and images from the Upper Midwest’s hunting and fishing scene since 1967
Little portable on the prairie: the ice fishing revolution
Men like Dave Genz and Denny Clark launched the technological advancements in hard-water equipment that sparked the popularity of modern, productive ice angling.
Remembering top angler Randy Amenrud, a true fishing pioneer
The Hall of Fame legend shared angling tips and secrets through books, seminars, tournaments, and endless promotion of the fishing industry.
Bass fishing on Mille Lacs: Lightning in a bottle?
North-country anglers should enjoy this world-class smallmouth fishery while it lasts
Essential gear for a day of multi-species fishing via kayak
Anglers everywhere are fishing from new-fangled kayaks. A few simple equipment choices can determine whether you bring fillets home.
Going to miss my favorite storyteller, Gary Clancy
Great storytellers are not made… they’re born, and the hunter and angler from southern Minnesota will be remembered as an all-time outdoors writing legend.
Wisconsin’s lake trout fiasco on Lake Superior
The politics of fisheries management too often fails to protect rank-and-file anglers and quality sportfish
Summer means glamping time (glamorous camping)
After decades of marching over BWCA portages with a pup tent, the author advocates for comfortable camping.
Spring walleyes and sauger: time to hit the Mississippi River
Between the ice and open water season on Minnesota’s lakes, this border water provides great jigging action for multiple species.
Multi-species fisherman’s delight: the crankbait conundrum
Lipless or deep-diving, jointed or rattling, one things for sure in the crankbait world: color changes
The alpha predator quandary: “Them dang muskies eat everything”
Muskie angling opportunities continue to expand in Minnesota and across the country. Let’s keep it that way.
Top ice tips from the region’s angling experts
The lack of hard water has delayed the 2015-16 ice fishing season, but don’t worry, there will be ice!
Tips and tricks for processing your deer
From field to table, butchering a whitetail gives you satisfaction of cost-effectively producing your own healthful, mouth-watering venison
Know an exceptional youth who deserves recognition? Read this blog!
New Youth of the Month program from Outdoor News and Clam Outdoors honors young people engaged in outdoor sports.
An airtight, guaranteed plan for killing a deer this fall
Whether it’s chasing whitetails via archery, rifle, shotgun, or muzzleloader, rely on quality scouting first
Fishing and hunting under that lethal ball of fire in the sky
Take the author’s sage advice: To enjoy the great outdoors deep into old age, start protecting your skin now from the sun’s damaging rays.
Another look at access rules in the B-Dub
BWCAW policy on pedal-drive kayaks ultimately keeps young people from experiencing, appreciating, and fighting for the future of American wilderness.
Stop the Mille Lacs blame game and fix the fishery
Many factors, including tribal gill nets, have contributed to the walleye fishery closure on the central Minnesota lake, but out-of-the-box solutions exist to turn it around.
