
Here’s the weedy truth about early ice panfish
Like most fish species, panfish – we’re talking bluegills, crappies, and even jumbo perch here – are all usually super active during the early ice period. Those first few weeks of hard water are a

Like most fish species, panfish – we’re talking bluegills, crappies, and even jumbo perch here – are all usually super active during the early ice period. Those first few weeks of hard water are a

Most hunting dog owners have a pretty rosy view of their four-legged counterparts. And why shouldn’t they?
Dogs are incredible, and they can enhance your life in many ways, not the least of which

Who wouldn’t want to find some of the great gifts below in their stocking or under their tree?
Some might keep your feet dry, your body warm, or help you catch more fish. In

The Environmental Protection Agency announced on Monday, Nov. 17 that it is redefining the scope of the nation’s bedrock clean water law to significantly limit the wetlands it covers, building on a Supreme Court decision

Eric Morken just got back from his annual rut-hunting trip where he bowhunts three different states for whitetails during the first two weeks of November in the Upper Midwest.
In this video below, Morken,

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking comments on the second comprehensive review and revision to the State Wildlife Action Plan, “Securing a Future for Fish and Wildlife: A Conservation Legacy for Iowans.” <br

Brilliant fall colors are not only found in trees, but also in streams and Iowa’s Manchester Fish Hatchery. These underwater splashes of color are signs that trout spawning season is in full swing.
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With another ice fishing season quickly approaching, anglers once again have reason to be excited about all the new fish-catching tools available for the 2025-26 hard-water season.
Here’s a quick peek at a handful

Watching the moon change its shape from night to night as it waxes or wanes is one of the more interesting things to see in our night sky, but understanding how this happens can be
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