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Streams of Thought: Some favorites – and bonus annoyances – from Minnesota’s outdoor scene in 2024
Because I can actually remember what was for supper last night, I’ll take a shot at recounting some of my favorites – and some bonus annoyances – from the outdoors scene during 2024. It is,

Pennsylvania bill would use fences around crops to stem ag damage, includes PGC cost-share funding
A bill being drafted by a Pennsylvania legislator would create a program to erect deer fencing around crops, and part of the cost would be paid by the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
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Avoid these common mistakes to fill your whitetail tag in the last few days of the archery season
If you’re looking to fill your buck tag before the archery season ends Dec. 31, you’re going to want to set up in a fresh stand, observe as much as you can, and then think

New fishing products – video
Some of the new products introduced earlier this month at the annual St. Paul Ice Fishing and Winter Sports Show.

Pennsylvania Game Commission says ‘no’ to statewide doe license
Citing the possibility of additional Sunday hunting days and efforts to expand the ag tag program, the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners’ Wildlife Management Committee was reluctant to advance several measures to expand deer hunting

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Time to drop a line again!
Some safety tips when going ice fishing: Go fishing with a friend who can help in an emergency; bring ice picks and wear a flotation suit; check the ice thickness as you go and follow

Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: A reminder to those using the TIP line to report an incident
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Dec. 27, 2024, edition of Outdoor News.

Ryan Rothstein: This deer hunter’s wish list for 2025? It includes eliminating cross-tagging of bucks in Minnesota
I hate New Year’s resolutions, and this year is no exception. So, rather than list things I should’ve already done (resolutions), here’s a wish list for 2025 from one Minnesota deer hunter’s thoughts from the

Steve Carney: Should we reuse arrows after they have been shot at an animal?
I’ll admit that I’m superstitious when it comes to reusing my arrows. Once released, whether it is a hit or miss on an animal, that arrow is considered retired. But that’s just me.
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