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Pennsylvania opens Certified Hunter Program to connect farmers with hunters
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has launched a new program in the southwest region designed to connect farmers with hunters who have been vetted by the agency.
A pilot version of the Certified Hunter Program

Florida’s first black bear hunt in a decade approved despite strong opposition from some
The first black bear hunt in Florida in a decade will take place in December under a rule adopted Wednesday by state wildlife officials despite strong opposition to the eventual use of dogs and targeting

Mike Raykovicz: From ash to ashes — making something of a sad situation
I’ll freely admit there’s not much for me to do this time of year. Other than a fishing trip to Canada a week ago, the only thing I have to look forward to before preparing

Know these tips for blood trailing before you call in the dogs
Gary Huber has seen it many times. Actually, he’s heard it many times when he answers his phone and on the other end of the line is a hunter, often desperate, in need of his

Dan Ladd: New York workshop aims to get the lead out of ammo
The use of lead-free ammunition and fishing tackle is another one of those topics somewhat polarizing New York’s outdoor community these days.
In years past, legislation has been proposed that would ban the use

Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Talk to state park staff about what to do if severe weather hits
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Aug. 22, 2025, edition of Outdoor News.

Meet the top dogs from Minnesota’s 2025 Game Fair
The 44th annual Game Fair, held over two weekends (Aug. 8-10 and Aug. 15-17 in Ramsey) saw thousands of dogs enter the front gate and walk the grounds of Game Fair in Ramsey, Minn.

Steve Carney: Expanded-use drop shots, and a waterfowl shot from North Dakota
The drop-shot rig has been a mainstay for bass anglers for many years, and now we are finding out that walleyes and crappies love the rig as well. It has taken this angler about a

Minnesota Mixed Bag: State Fair gets underway on Thursday
The 2025 Minnesota State Fair began Aug. 21 and continues through Labor Day, Sept. 1, with great weather in the forecast.
The DNR Building will offer a host of new exhibits and demonstrations this