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Fly-fishing for big largemouths in Pennsylvania farm ponds
The steady action is great for introducing novices to the sport, but even experienced fly anglers can appreciate this unique approach to a time-tested fishing favorite.

Picking berries connects author to the land
Wild black raspberries on the menu at the Pollick household.

Illinois needs to rethink hunter safety requirements
Last year, the DNR implemented changes to hunter safety requirements that I’m absolutely not okay with. In fact, in my opinion, they’re downright irresponsible and could lead to tragic consequences. Now, it appears that more

Northfield High School, Park’s Hogan Lawson close out championship with 9A titles
It was a fitting finish to the nine-day shooting extravaganza.

Sometimes humans expose fawns to mortal danger
Does are adept at hiding their newborns from natural predators, but humans can spoil their efforts.
Wisconsin Assembly expected to pass deer baiting/feeding ban bill June 21
Senate already passed bill; would only then need Gov. Scott Walker’s signature to lift CWD protection.

Sage grouse hunting unlikely in South Dakota this year
South Dakota’s Game, Fish and Parks Department wants to close the state’s hunting season on sage grouse after fewer male birds were seen dancing on their mating grounds this year.

Wisconsin Senate OKs bill to relax deer baiting prohibition
Ban would last three years in counties with CWD if no additional deer test positive and would last two years in neighboring counties; heads to state Assembly.

Kentucky puts forth resources to help ruffed grouse
The Ruffed Grouse and Young Forest Strategic Plan looks 10 years out and its success hinges on an array of partners working together to create the young forest habitat on which grouse and other woodland