Fishing
Mike Schoonveld: Here are clear options for coping with murky fishing waters
Few places where walleyes are caught regularly are as susceptible to rapidly changing water clarity as the western basin of Lake Erie. A stretch of calm weather can leave the water relatively clear, but strong
Outdoor Insights: An early look at how the Minnesota DNR’s new electronic licensing system is working
After work last Tuesday, I quickly downloaded the new MN DNR Licensing smartphone app from the Apple store, then it probably took me 15 minutes to successfully log in.
I think most of that
Minnesota’s fish mortality reports increase with summer conditions
Fish mortality reports in Minnesota this spring are on pace for an average year, with 94 die-offs reported so far, including two major events.
Fish die-offs can result from a variety of factors, including
Tyler Frantz: When noticing nature, it’s a matter of perspective
Members of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association hailing from different regions of the state prepare to go on a kayak trip with Susquehanna Outfitters’ Matt DeLuca, second from right.
These seven lures will catch all the smallmouth you can handle
There are a lot of reasons anglers love smallmouth bass but one of the biggest is that they tend to be aggressive and will bite darn near anything you throw at them.
But remember:
Steve Carney: Dealing with excessive heat on the water
The recent heatwave in Minnesota was intense and hard to believe. We were barely into June and already had suffered August-like heat. Those excessive temperatures really disrupted the bite.
Minnesota DNR seeks input on special regs proposal
The Minnesota DNR is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals.
Each year, the agency reviews existing fishing regulations, proposes new special regulations that apply to individual waters and asks the public
Roadless Rule issue explodes in U.S. Congress
Some former U.S. Forest Service chiefs and conservation-group leaders representing hunters and anglers are lambasting a last-minute “poison pill” amendment to a bipartisan fire-prevention bill that would roll back protections on millions of acres of
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Jigging for big summer walleyes
A jig and minnow is one of the most popular ways to catch walleyes. A simple weight attached to a hook painted in multiple colors will attract these predatory fish. Add a minnow, leech, or
