Hook and Bullet
Ruffed grouse counts down from last year
The 2021 statewide survey results for ruffed grouse were 1.3 drums per stop. The most recent peak in 2017 was 2.1 drums per stop. During the low point of the cycles, counts are typically about
Counts show sharp drop in sharptails in east-central Minnesota
DNR: Management actions planned, including closing east-central hunting zone season
Dog days of summer … and fishing cold fronts
A slow and subtle approach can often entice these negative feeders during this time period.
Old-school bass fishing advice to catch ’em on top
Making the most of Topwater Tony’s tips.
Late-summer secret
When the streams cool of a little, reach for the dry flies.
Sandusky Bay remains a channel catfish mecca
Various catfish club members love to fish in tournaments here due to the high catches and trophy-size fish that are present. Fish pushing 20 pounds are entered in almost every contest, with winning six-fish stringers
Hand-tied harnesses for walleyes
Acting independently, two Lake Erie walleye anglers have figured out a game plan that mates the enticing wobble of a flutter spoon with the irresistible allure of a nightcrawler harness.
Vary your tactics for summer walleyes
Always keep an “Ace in the Hole” or two handy.
Carp: The Rodney Dangerfield of the Great Lakes
What’s the world’s No. 1 game fish? You guessed it, the carp. But in the United States this fish is considered a nuisance, trash, or junk fish. One of the fastest growing segments of fishing
