Fishing
Pennsylvania’s Big Bass Program may be a misguided endeavor
Ever since the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission introduced the Big Bass Program on certain lakes across the state, I’ve been a big fan. Perhaps watching big largemouths being lifted from storied waters by some
Pennsylvania Game Commission ethics questioned on race car sponsorship
A state legislator is questioning the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s sponsorship of a Sprint Series race car driven by the agency’s marketing director’s daughter’s boyfriend, but the commission says the partnership checks all the right promotional
Big pike in Wisconsin get more respect than expected
This week we’ll share big pike experiences from Scott Dalk, of Cross Plains, and Pat Ryan, of the Milwaukee area. I’ll dribble in more thoughts from readers on big pike as room allows.
Pennsylvania Mixed Bag: 63rd Lancaster Hunting & Fishing Show, Sale set for Aug. 12
A mix of outdoor-related news stories from across Pennsylvania published in the Aug. 4, 2023 edition of Pennsylvania Outdoor News.
Fishing during mayfly hatches – video
“Tackle” Terry Tuma suggests using a ned rig with slow, methodical retrieves. Bites will often be subtle so be alert for any movement on your line.
Muskie diet study could factor into a new management plan for Minnesota waters
One of the largest and most elusive fish in Minnesota, the muskie – or muskellunge – is an apex predator extraordinaire with a seemingly insatiable appetite. But in 2018, the hunter became the hunted. Some
Outdoor Insights: Replacing Land Tawney no easy task for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
News last week that Backcountry Hunters and Anglers CEO and President Land Tawney will be stepping down startled the nation’s outdoors advocates. Tawney has been the pied piper of public lands for the growing organization
LCCMR members forward funding recommendations for ’25 projects
The Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources met July 20 to take the next step in recommendations for Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund projects for Fiscal Year 2025. The commission recommended 101 projects for review.
Minnesota’s Mixed Bag: Bear hunters need to buy licenses by Aug. 1
A mix of outdoor-related news stories from across Minnesota published in the July 28, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
