Hook and Bullet
Tips to get on April crappies before the spawn
There have been several reports recently that claim the crappie fishing in many lakes and reservoirs is red-hot. So if you like crappie fishing, things are starting to heat up.
Crappies don’t actually spawn
Michigan’s 2022 bear season exceeded DNR’s desired harvest with growing population
The number of black bears registered by hunters in Michigan continued to climb during the 2022 seasons, according to preliminary figures from the DNR, even though state-issued license numbers remained the same as in 2021.<br
Borrowed rifle put to good use on 200-inch buck in Ohio
In a nod to the increasing popularity of straight-walled cartridges for rifles in Ohio deer hunting, Andrew Mitchem put one to good use this past December.
On Dec. 1, 2022, Mitchem, of North Lewisburg
Optimistic outlook for Minnesota’s spring wild turkey hunt
Despite the difficult and unpredictable winter, turkey biologists still expect a strong 2023 wild turkey-hunting season.
Clayton Lenk, district biologist for the National Wild Turkey Federation, and Tim Lyons, upland game research scientist at
Minnesota Legacy bills pass state House, Senate committees
The bill includes the spending recommendations of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council – the Outdoor Heritage Fund, which is one of four funds created by the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Big Lake CO investigates illegal tapping of maple trees on state WMA
Field reports from Minnesota DNR conservation officers published in the April 14, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
A Mother’s Day gift guide for the outdoor enthusiast
Whether she has a wish list of outdoors items for mom’s special day, or you are a significant other buying on speculation, the items listed below might be better than some conventional tulips or orchids.
As a turkey hunter, is it good to be an early bird?
A look at the best and the worst of early-season hunts.
Gear & Gadgets: Items to get you fishing, hunting and camping
Stay organized and keep your gear handy with the Field N’ Forest 15-Liter Sling Backpack. A large main compartment and organizer pockets hold all you need for a great day outdoors.
