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Habitat loss drives decline of Ohio’s grouse as DNR proposes hunting changes
It’s a well-observed fact that there are fewer and fewer ruffed grouse on the Ohio landscape these days. In a recent interview with Ohio Outdoor News, ODNR Division of Wildlife biologist Mark Wiley explained why.<br
Ryan Rothstein: Passing on outdoor traditions is more important than ever
It’s important to me to put my money where my mouth is. I preach the gospel of habitat from any stump I can find, but it’s more important to put those words into practice. I’m
Pennsylvania’s estimated deer harvest up 6% in ’25-26; archers lead buck take
Pennsylvania hunters harvested about 6% more deer in the 2025-26 hunting seasons than they did the year before, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission estimates.
The statewide 2025-26 deer harvest was estimated at 505,600 deer,
Minnesota’s bear hunt lottery applications now open through May 1
Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 1, to apply for a bear hunting license from the Minnesota DNR.
Hunters can submit applications for the 2026 season online, at any license agent or by
Ohio’s statewide fishing and hunting report on April 2, 2026
Spawning walleye river runs kick into high gear. Here’s a look at the Ohio fishing and hunting report on April 2, 2026.
Snow in forecast could help Prairie Pothole Region ducks
Mostly dry wetland conditions across the U.S. and Canadian prairies could diminish spring duck production without significant precipitation falling over the next few weeks as birds settle across Minnesota and the Dakotas.
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Farm Bill provision triggers concerns over sporting dog training, events
In early March, the House Committee on Agriculture voted to approve a provision in the draft Farm Bill that has sporting groups concerned over potential consequences for training hunting dogs.
After months of widespread
Copycat and cover calling can close the deal on spring gobblers
Copycat and cover calling will put more toms on the ground than any creative sounds you might conjure up to close the deal. Getting a boss hen hopping hot and heading your way is a
Steve Carney: Keys to incredible April walleye fishing on the Missouri River
April on the Missouri River is my favorite time of the open water season. This is when the spawn gets going – during these first few weeks of the month.
Things on the river
