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Minnesota DNR says no changes to current goose management
After Canada goose populations in Minnesota peaked at the turn of the century, the Minnesota DNR shifted management to reduce the population across the state. Following that change in management approach, the Canada goose population
Southern states and feral pigs offer a winter opportunity for hunters
Elk, moose, and sheep have long driven the dreams of the adventuring hunter, but wild pigs are fast overtaking the old guard. Partly because they’re accessible.
Let’s face it, hunting much of our Western
Quick and easy electric fillet knife crappie tutorial – video
If you own an electric fillet knife (or have been considering purchasing one) and you ever fillet crappies, you’ll want to check out this video.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Shining and carcass-dumping complaints from deer season
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Dec. 13, 2024, edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Steve Carney: For older eyes, try larger sight pins on your bow; and an update on Minnesota’s first ice fishing
As I age, my eyesight isn’t what it used to be. I’ve been using the standard, .019 sight pins on my bows for decades, but it is time for a change.
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With the Minnesota House evenly split, what will legislative session bring for the outdoors?
With an even split down the aisle in the Minnesota House of Representatives, with 67 Republican and 67 DFL representatives, all the committees will be led by bipartisan co-chairs for the 2025-26 session.
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Commentary: North Dakota study shows effects of winter without wolves on whitetails
The Timberjay has received considerable comment this fall in response to a two-part series examining the causes of the decline in the deer population in our (northeastern Minnesota) region. I was surprised that it was
‘Hundreds’ of geese found dead or dying on Fairmont chain of lakes in southern Minnesota
Justin Sommer began to get the reports – and questions – early this week, shortly after a massive migration of geese arrived in the Fairmont area of southern Minnesota, where his shop, Sommer Outdoors, is
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Patience is key during early ice season
Early ice provides many opportunities for ice anglers. I’m a fan of the run-and-gun method, but most of my early-ice success comes from being patient.
