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Gretchen Steele: The outdoors belongs to all who hunt, hike or just observe wildlife
But as outdoor recreation grows in popularity, so too do the challenges of managing our shared spaces. Conflicts between hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, off-road vehicle enthusiasts, hunters, anglers and conservationists are on the rise.
Compact tractors that make habitat work a breeze
Having been raised on a dairy and crop farm, I learned early on the value of having the right tractor for tilling, planting, harvesting, and numerous other tasks.
More recently, I’ve used tractors to
Illinois Farm Bureau offers more insight into 2025 deer legislation
The Illinois deer herd remains a hot topic among lawmakers during the current legislative session. Senate Bill 2160, which would encourage hunters to pursue more antlerless deer during regular hunting seasons and expand venison donations
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Big jigs sometimes can’t miss for walleyes
If you’re ever in a bait shop or outdoors store and you see a product called “river jigs” and wonder why they look so big and are so heavy, trust the process.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Better be aware of burning restrictions
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the March 21, 2025, edition of Outdoor News.
Steve Carney: Stow away ice-fishing gear the right way
As the ice-fishing season winds down, I’m gladly putting my gear in storage and also properly servicing the items for extended storage.
Here are some thoughts on proper off-season care of your ice-fishing gear.
Spring snow goose migration moves quickly as birds reach the Dakotas
That other March Madness – the annual spring snow goose migration and the hunting season that comes with it – is well under way, with birds already moving deep into North Dakota.
During the
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Landowner enrollment begins for walk-in access program
Since 2011, the Walk-In Access program has enrolled parcels of 40 acres or larger with high-quality natural cover. These parcels are usually enrolled in conservation programs such as the Conservation Reserve Program or Reinvest in
Ilion, N.Y., moving forward a year after Remington plant closes
John Burns worked at the Remington Arms plant in Ilion (Herkimer County, N.Y) for 13 years, working his way up the ranks through various maintenance and supervisory positions.
But when the legendary gun maker
