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Technology is changing tactics we use to locate and harvest deer
There are bucks of legend in many of our woods. These ghosts seemingly always evade the hunters and are many times found in the spring after dying of natural causes, or unfortunately they are “caught”

A quick chat with Bassmaster Elite Series angler Mike Iaconelli
Pro angler has lots of irons in the fire.
THE ATLATL and the demise of really big animals 12,000 years ago
Of these large-bodied herbivores, only the deer and bison remain. I noted that scientists oscillate between two explanations for the extinction of these large plant eaters (and their predators).
Holiday reading guide: The 2022 book review
All year, I gather new books in anticipation of writing this review. And then I cram reading them into one or two weeks in order to offer my take on a new crop of reading
Mixed Bag: Outdoor news items from around Illinois
Poached 36-point rack under investigation.

Glitch leads to extension of turkey application deadlines
“Due to issues beyond the control of DNR, the online permit system to apply for spring turkey permits was unavailable for more than a week in November,” DNR announced on Nov. 30.

December breeding could mean final chance to tag a buck
Whether it is yearling fawns reaching sexual maturity or adult does that got missed in November, December breeding can mean another chance to catch up to a buck for hunters.
Cuffs & Collars: Field reports from Minnesota DNR conservation officers
Enforcement reports from Minnesota Outdoor News’ Dec. 14 issue.

Ohio’s deer firearms season sees solid results
The preliminary 2022 firearms deer-hunting season total of 71,932 animals exceeded the three-year average by 5% in Ohio.