Fishing
Some “hard feelings” come with Minnesota DNR changes to record fish program
The Minnesota DNR unveiled its revamped state record fish program, and the changes include relegating pre-1980 records to a new “noncertified” category.
That includes the longstanding state record 17-pound, 8-ounce walleye that Hermantown’s Leroy
Shotgun zone, DNR oversight debated at Minnesota Capitol
The Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee met Thursday, Feb. 29, to discuss and advance legislation. The bills focused on eliminating the shotgun zone, establishing a Fish and Wildlife Advisory Committee, and the Keep it
Minnesota Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Jumbo perch fishing ends the ice season
This ice-fishing season has certainly presented its challenges with above-normal temperatures leading to inconsistent ice on many bodies of water.
Fortunately for us, we still do have some adequate ice in our local area
Mark Nale: Pennsylvania’s wealth of public land questioned
I was troubled by a recent article in Pennsylvania Outdoor News, headlined “Senators: PGC owns enough game lands.”
The story reported on comments made by Pennsylvania senators after Game Commission Executive Director Bryan
Ideas, support needed for Wisconsin’s youth conservation congress
I’d like to say I’ve been working with Reed Kabelowsky, of the Conservation Congress, on a story about the Wisconsin Youth Conservation Congress, but that wouldn’t be very accurate.
Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – March 5, 2024
Jigging one line and using a live minnow on the second line is the way to go for walleye and sauger. Gold, glow red, glow white, and pink are still good colors.
Michigan Outdoor News Fishing Report – March 5, 2024
Steelhead fishing is in its prime, with the rivers providing plenty of successes. Else, except for the Upper Peninsula, ice is hard to come by.
Governor’s proposed budget ‘mostly flat’ for Illinois DNR, though additional CPO hiring expected
“The recommended fiscal year 2025 budget includes increased funding to fully support department activities and rebuilds staff ing infrastructure at state parks and historic sites, and continued operation of the Illinois State Museum,” the proposal
Upper Mississippi River Refuge set to celebrate 100 years
Will Dilg may be unknown to most hunters, trappers, and anglers who enjoy Mississippi River outings, but that should no longer be the case in 2024, with this year marking the 100th anniversary of the
