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National Deer Association’s 2024 deer report shows just 17% of hunters take more than one deer
An average of 41% of North America’s deer hunters successfully harvested at least one deer during the 2022-23 hunting season. In addition, 17% took two or more deer that season.
This is one

Minnesota’s deer kill tops out at 158,746 in 2023
The 2023 deer-hunting seasons have concluded, and the Minnesota DNR is wrapping up collecting final harvest numbers and CWD samples for testing. As it had most of the season, the DNR saw an 8% decrease

The right timing is key for winter bluegills where good ice is fleeting
For most of the Frozen Chozen last year wasn’t a particularly great ice fishing season in the northeast. Mother Nature took care of that with above normal temperatures just when the ice should have been

Pass what? Pasztet. Learn it. Bag it. Eat it.
“I hope you have a very Merry Christmas and fun with your family and, of course, with Major the Wonder Dog,” wrote Kim Zaborniak, of Millersport, Ohio, my friend and treasurer of the Hunting and

Prospective college intern? The Minnesota DNR has positions available
The Minnesota DNR, one of Minnesota’s largest state agencies, is looking to fill a wide array of paid summer internships for college students considering careers in natural resources.
The 2024 internships – roughly 200

Gear & Gadgets: A look at the Abu Garcia Veritas Ice Spinning Combo, and much more
The next generation of Abu Garcia Veritas Ice rods feature improved, ultra-responsive 24 Ton graphite blanks to spot even the lightest bite.
The Abu Garcia custom designed reel seat paired with EVA handles delivers

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: How to launch a boat in cold weather
I like to have extra items in my truck, like sandbags, for traction. If you become stuck, having the right straps or chains to pull out your rig can be a game-changers.

Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Vandal of public access sign caught in Isanti County
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from Minnesota DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Jan. 12, 2024, edition of Outdoor News.

Steve Carney: Are electric fillet knives worth the money?
I remember my first electric fillet knife from years ago. I was frustrated when using it from the start. Electric knives back then had to be plugged in, and most of the time there wasn’t