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What to do if your dog comes upon a rattlesnake
There was a feature about precautions to take when heading into snake country, headlined, “Dodging danger when the rattle stops,” in a recent issue of this newspaper. This informative article reminded me of my one-and-
Fur Harvesters Auction gives hope to some trappers
Serge Lariviere serves as director general of the Cree Hunters and Trappers Income Security Board in Quebec and operates a fur trapping and wildlife website.
In the Fur Market Report published in The Trapper
‘Golden shiners’ give new meaning to fishing dedication for Women Anglers of Minnesota
When you hear the words “golden shiners,” you likely think of the baitfish with which you’re trying to catch walleyes in summertime. But for some of the gals who participate in the Women Anglers of
Wisconsin hunters will get a sharptail grouse season this fall, its first since 2018
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced this week that a sharp-tailed grouse hunt will be held this fall, the first since 2018. The season will run from Oct. 18 to Nov. 9, 2025.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: CO aids motorist with flat tire on boat trailer, notices live zebra mussels attached
CO Andrew Ladzinski (Bemidji) dedicated his time to ATV enforcement and fishing enforcement. He also followed up on a potential shoreline alteration violation. He also provided a ride-along to a high school student interested in
Steve Carney: As summer heats up, bass fishing deserves your attention
Minnesotans are blessed with tremendous largemouth bass-fishing opportunities in the northland, with lakes harboring both good numbers of bass and good-sized fish. And where I live, largemouth bass-fishing pressure is limited.
Here are some
Mixed Bag: DNR seeks input on proposed special fishing regs
The Minnesota DNR is asking for input on several special fishing regulation proposals. Each year, the agency reviews all existing fishing regulations, proposes new special regulations that apply to individual waters, and asks the public
Outdoor Insights: Former U.S. Forest Service Chief Mike Dombeck on why killing the Roadless Rule is bad for hunters, anglers
Mike Dombeck led the rulemaking process as chief of the U.S. Forest Service under Clinton. Originally from northwestern Wisconsin, he spent a career in public service, mostly in fisheries, earning multiple degrees, including a masters
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Don’t let FFS get in the way of fishing
Forward-facing sonar has changed fishing forever. It helps you stay on fish and shows what is happening in real time, but I have seen many anglers rely on it too much. I’ve watched people spend
