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Raccoons, muskrats represent highest pelt volume at Illinois Trappers Association fur sale
The Illinois Trappers Association held its annual fur sale in Strasburg on Feb. 15.
Raccoons, an Illinois staple, have seen record low prices over the last few years. Well over 250,000 raccoons were trapped

Are premium turkey decoys worth the big bucks you pay for them?
During the past half-decade or so, ultra-realistic decoys have taken over the turkey, deer, and waterfowl markets. This upper-end category of decoys comes with upper-end price tags, and a lot of folks might be wondering

Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: CO assists in freeing deer that was stuck in the basement
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the March 7, 2025, edition of Outdoor News.

Wisconsin DNR asks public to weigh in on framework of 2026-31 duck seasons
Duck hunters may comment on the 2026-31 season framework through March 30 as the Wisconsin DNR works through a series of public meetings during the agency’s season-setting process.
Under a relatively new format, the
Minnesota Mixed Bag: George’s Minnesota Muskie Expo begins Friday
George’s Minnesota Muskie Expo, held this year in conjunction with the Minnesota Anglers Boat Show, comes to the Warner Coliseum at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, March 7-9.

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Pack light, but be equipped for panfish on late ice
We are in the “late-ice” period, so it’s time to pack light and walk quietly.
I love fishing for crappies and sunnies this time of year, and my favorite way to do so is

Looking back at the biggest typical bucks in the Boone and Crockett record books
These days, when folks look to research monster-sized whitetail bucks, they usually turn to the Internet for information. Unfortunately, the web, specifically social media, is rife with giant deer, some grotesquely massive due to being

Patrick Durkin: Perch offer rare sight-fishing along Wisconsin’s Mississippi flats
Not until Adam Christianson yanked his third fat perch from the same hole 10 yards away did I concede he might be onto something.
Being stubborn had nothing to do with my slow reaction.

Minnesota DNR plan addresses bear range change, ag damage
While Minnesota bear hunters bask in the glow of what was the highest bear kill in more than 20 years, DNR officials are asking for their opinion on plans to potentially tweak some bear management