Iowa’s statewide fishing report on Aug. 29, 2024
DNR Report
August 29, 2024
A look at the Iowa fishing report from across the state on Aug. 29, 2024.
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Iowa’s roadside pheasant count down from 2023, but good season still expected
DNR Report
August 29, 2024
Results of Iowa’s 2024 pheasant population survey are in and the results were nearly identical to the 2022 and 2021 surveys.
The annual August roadside survey found Iowa’s statewide pheasant population to be 19
Radio tagged Iowa birds part of international migration survey
DNR Report
August 27, 2024
Anna Buckardt Thomas was crouched behind a tree about 20 paces off trail at Brown’s Woods county park, watching a mist net while playing a recording of a male wood thrush on a loop hoping
Eight things to know about bachelor groups of bucks that can help you as a hunter
Scott Bestul
August 27, 2024
There are various theories regarding why bucks form bachelor groups, but what’s for certain is the groups provide clues to where you should hunt early in the season.
Star Watch: Saturn at “opposition” on Sept. 8, 2024
Bob Drieslein
August 26, 2024
Astronomers tell us that the planet Saturn will be at “opposition” on Sept. 8, 2024. So why is this significant to myself and other stargazers?
Smokey Bear celebrates 80th birthday
Staff Report
August 26, 2024
Smokey’s journey began during World War II when fears of incendiary shells led to his emergence as a symbol of fire prevention. Since then, through thousands of posters, radio, TV spots, billboards, and merchandise, Smokey’s
Curious about single-bevel broadheads? Some thoughts after four years of hunting with them
Eric Morken
August 26, 2024
I was a couple of hours into my first sit of the 2020 archery deer season when I noticed movement down a ridge near the creek crossing.
A big-bodied 9-pointer stopped to scan the area
ATV, UTV or XTV for outdoor enthusiasts: What off-road vehicle is right for you?
Dan Hansen
August 26, 2024
Hunters, anglers and others who have a passion to explore the outdoors – along with farmers, loggers, construction workers, and government agencies – have purchased thousands of off-road vehicles during the past four decades.
During
Where should you aim on deer, bear? Better understand their anatomy
Vin T. Sparano
August 25, 2024
Hunters will soon head for the woods with rifles, bows, muzzleloaders and shotguns. Your goal will be the same: Bring home the bacon.… or, in this case, the venison.
If you’re a new deer
