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Minnesota Mixed Bag: International Black Bear Show in Grand Rapids set for July 31 to Aug. 2
Grand Rapids, Minn. — Mark your calendar for the International Black Bear Show, taking place July 31 to August 2 at the Yanner Arena in Grand Rapids.

USFWS seeks public comment on setback rules for drain tile
On July 24, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published notice of a 14-day public comment period regarding drain tile setbacks on private lands adjacent to federal wetland easements. While the agency has yet to

Tom Venesky: Problems with Pennsylvania doe license sales a thing of the past
After my son harvested his first buck on the opening day of the 2024 rifle deer season, I kept his harvest tag in my wallet ever since.
The tag is a reminder of a

Tom Vorisek honored for dedication to Ohio Wildlife Council
Former Ohio Wildlife Council member Tom Vorisek received a Red Oak Leaf Award in recognition of his years of service to the council and to the state’s conservation efforts.
The Ohio native expressed gratitude

Michigan volunteers honored for years of hunter safety education instruction
The Michigan DNR recognized two volunteers for their years of service and dedication to the state’s hunter safety education program during the July meeting of the Michigan Natural Resources Commission in Lansing.

Commentary: Michigan’s mistake on the muzzleloader season change
The Michigan Natural Resources Commission did UP deer hunters a major favor at their meeting in May when they voted to maintain a two-buck bag limit in the region. Another positive they approved for UP

Steve Pollick: Trail cam images give the itch of archery hunt
The trail cams have been sending a loud and clear message lately on Pollick Clan hunting grounds: Get ready!

Notes off a soiled cuff: Marigolds a solid source of protein?
Researchers at the University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences found that marigold flowers contain about the same amount of protein as conventional plant protein sources like quinoa.

Michigan Cuffs & Collars: Nonresident anglers still need a fishing license
Michigan cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR Conservation Officers. These reports are from the July 31, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.