Hook and Bullet
Deer survey stalls rule change talk
By Don LehmanContributing Writer Syracuse, N.Y. – A survey of deer hunters in parts of Region 7 has prompted the state DEC to put off any talk of antler restrictions or other potential rules changes
Expanded deer-hunting opportunities possible
By Joe AlbertAssociate Editor St. Paul – As has been the trend in recent years, whitetail hunters in Minnesota are likely to have increased opportunities again this fall. A new deer zone is likely in
Aquatic plants bill heard in committee
By Joe AlbertAssociate Editor St. Paul – The DNR has been too conservative in its efforts to control invasive aquatic species in the state’s lakes, according to a group called Minnesotans for Healthy Lakes. The
Price County muskies headed to La Crosse
By Dean Bortz Editor Park Falls, Wis. – Up to 200 Price County muskies will put on some traveling music this spring as they make their way to a new home – Lake Neshonoc in
DNR supports sidearms in woods for permit holders
By Mike MooreEditor Columbus – One of the biggest changes Ohio sportsmen will see this fall is that proper license holders will be able to take two firearms into the woods. But, they still will
Bait prices are a big concern on Lake Erie
Rules related to VHS could drive up bait shop prices By Mike MooreEditor Columbus – The biggest casualty of the current fish virus scare on Lake Erie will likely be the bait dealers who do
Light goose migration blows through Dakotas
By Mike KallokStaff Writer Bismarck, N.D. – This weekend might be the last chance for light goose hunters to take part in federal ‘conservation order’ hunting for snow, blue, and Ross’ geese in the Lower
TV report featuring HSUS draws ire of state trappers
By Tom Watts Correspondent Otsego, Mich. – Charlie Brown Sr. is an experienced Michigan trapper who denounces the illegal practice of skinning animals alive. Brown, 59, of Otsego, was outraged after a report aired on
Border waters beckon as season’s ice melts away
By Mike KallokStaff Writer Brainerd, Minn. – Ice fishing opportunities are melting quickly, and any weekend plans should involve a boat or some sturdy planks – and the expectation that travel will be on foot
