Fishing
Road salt retained in Minn. lakes and wetlands
St. Paul, Minn. (AP) — Road salt runoff is slowly making lakes and wetlands in the Twin Cities saltier, according to a new report from the University of Minnesota. The research team led by Heinz
Fish And Game Submits Revised Fee Increase Proposal
Idaho Fish and Game officials have submitted a revised proposal that asks for a more modest revenue increase. In the light of tough economic times, Idaho Fish and Game has scaled back a proposed revenue
Fish information nights prep anglers for spring
To learn how to catch more fish, attend one of several events hosted by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) in late February. Called “Fishing Information Nights,” the events will feature experts on
Ask The Conservation Officer (Co)
Gary Hompland, Regional Conservation Officer Question: “How does Fish and Game manage species that conflict with each other, like cutthroat trout and white pelicans or wolves and elk?” Answer: You’ve hit upon two contentious issues.
DNR issues ice safety reminder
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) water safety officials have issued an ice safety reminder now that temperatures have surpassed 40 degrees in many areas of the state. “Even with the relatively thick ice produced
‘Yes’ on crossbows doesn’t end issue
Harrisburg – Pennsylvania’s crossbow controversy? It ain’t over yet. A battle that has seen commissioners pitted against commissioners and hunters against hunters can now add state legislators to the list of people involved in the
Ice Fishing Class for Kids Featured at Webster Lake Fishing Derby February 21
Franklin, N.H. — An ice-fishing class for kids and accompanying adults will be offered on the first day of the Webster Lake Fishing Derby, which takes place on Webster Lake in Franklin, N.H., on the
Illinois man bids $245,000 for Montana hunting license
Helena, Mont. (AP) — An Illinois man who owns a chain of sandwich shops has paid $245,000 for a license to hunt a bighorn sheep in Montana. The license was auctioned at the Wild Sheep
Northeastern Minnesota moose count completed
Northeastern Minnesota’s 2008 moose survey estimates a population of 7,600 animals. This is similar to last year’s count, but related factors suggest that the population is continuing to decline. “The raw survey numbers were similar,”
