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United Kingdom resident tags big Michigan black bear
One of the black bears bagged on Sept. 10, opening day of the Upper Peninsula’s bear season, was shot by Stanford, England resident James Maunder Taylor. He killed a 335-pound sow late in the day

Low waters pose a challenge this year, but fall is a great time for Pennsylvania trout anglers
Autumn can provide some of the most exciting fly-fishing of the year, although very low water conditions resulting from a growing statewide drought in Pennsylvania promises to make the fishing more challenging this fall.

Michigan Cuffs & Collars: One violation after another found during stop on Lake St. Clair
Michigan cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR Conservation Officers. These reports are from the Oct. 10, 2025 edition of Outdoor News.

Michigan DNR proposal seeks to expand deer hunting on Beaver Island
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources invites public comment on proposals to expand the deer hunting season on Beaver Island and to improve the island’s forest diversity.
Deer hunters on Beaver Island would have

Michigan Mixed Bag: Hunters reminded to ‘Clean. Drain. Dry.’ to protect waterfowl habitat
As waterfowl hunting season begins, hunters are reminded to take extra precautions to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Outdoor Observations: Should Michigan game managers reduce deer harvest in areas hit hard by EHD?
Opening day of bowhunting season in southern Michigan arrived with 50-degree temperatures at shooting light. The mercury quickly rose into the 70s by mid-morning.
That’s not good news for the 11 counties in southern

Ohio Cuffs & Collars: Person fined for hanging trash from tree at state park
Ohio cuffs and collars are field reports the Ohio Division of Wildlife. These reports are from the Oct. 10, 2025 edition of Outdoor News.

Legendary Pennsylvania fly-angler, Joe Humphreys, casts over a long career
At the ripe old age of 96, Joe Humphreys has long ago embraced a personal philosophy that has enabled him to derive the most enjoyment and fulfillment from his life.
“One thing that I’ve

Lack of doe harvest a trend nationwide
The lack of antlerless deer harvest to help balance out the herd is not only a problem in Ohio but it is in most of the United States.
That was the general takeaway from