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An interview with Steve Wilds

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Baiting opener Aug. 17, bear-food reports mixed

Grand Rapids, Minn. – While rain has been scarce across much of the state, and much of the land is bone dry, berries and other bear foods have done well and could affect hunters success.

A funding possibility for special session?

St. Paul. – Since lawmakers adjourned in late May, there has been speculation and talk of the possibility of a special session to deal with proposals that fell by the wayside during a rush end

Federal duck stamps now available e-style

Washington. – Come Sept. 1, duck hunters in Minnesota and eight other states will be allowed to purchase their federal duck stamp (required of all waterfowl hunters over age 16) via the internet, over the

Survey: Minnesota among the leaders in outdoor recreation

St. Paul. – Need more proof that Minnesota is a hotbed for outdoor activities? Try these numbers: 1,435,000 the number of anglers who fished in the state, fourth behind Florida, Texas, and California. 13 percent

This guy barely made the cut

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