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Patrick Durkin: Have you seen this buck? Wisconsin man offers reward
Roger Maes knows he’ll recognize his grandfather’s nearly century-old trophy buck whether it’s in online photo galleries, hanging in a Northwoods tavern, or fully restored and displayed at a giant hunting/fishing store.
But the

Dan Ladd: Winter has lost a bit of its luster for me
I used to love winter. I can remember a number of Januarys during the past few decades when I’d be highly disappointed if warm temperatures and/or wind kept ice formation on my beloved Lake George

Glenn Sapir: Time spent with the ‘Big Three’ of outdoor magazines holds special memories
As I write this column for the most popular outdoors publication in New York State, I think about my relationship not only with New York Outdoor News, but also other sporting periodicals. Being 77 years

Tips for buying your first forward-facing sonar unit
Buying your first forward-facing sonar can be a bit intimidating and expensive.
All brands have their version, but what should a person consider beyond where their electronic loyalties reside regardless if it’s Humminbird, Garmin

Illinois Cuffs & Collars: Archer not wearing blaze orange during CWD firearm season
Illinois cuffs and collars are field reports from Conservation Police Officers. These reports are from the Feb. 6, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.

Hunting case from Illinois involving retired MLB pitcher draws pleas
The poaching case in southwest Illinois that involves former Major League pitcher Danny Cox saw some movement in late January.
Freeburg Mayor Seth Speiser and two others reached plea agreements on a series of

Illinois Mixed Bag: Bald eagle viewing events planned statewide
DNR is inviting families, wildlife watchers, and nature lovers to experience eagle-watching events across the state this winter.
The best time to see the majestic bald eagle in Illinois is during the winter when

Ralph Loos: Deer report again verifies Illinois hunters can handle a bow
Arthur Herbert Fonzarelli – you might know him as “The Fonz” – could never have imagined his signature thumbs-up would play such a prominent role in what has become one of the most important gauges

Dan Ladd: New York’s lifetime license holders should have plastic card
This reader went to his local Department of Motor Vehicles to update his driver’s license with the intent of adding an icon showing proof he has a lifetime hunting license.