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Gear & Gadgets: Packs, ammo and more
Stay organized and keep your gear handy with the Field N’ Forest Tracker Day Pack. A large main compartment and organizer pockets hold all you need for a great day outdoors.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: Injured swan brought to rehabilitation center after being shot
Field reports from Minnesota DNR conservation officers published in the Sept. 8, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Beyond Minnesota: Mississippi hunters take state-record, 14-foot alligator
A group of hunters harvested the longest alligator ever to be recorded in Mississippi, according to the state Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.
Four state residents – Donald Woods, Will Thomas, Joey Clark, and
Switchin’ to glidebaits: Try them this summer
Most anglers are aware of the glidebait phenomenon and how that lure style has become a staple in most tackle boxes. I will honestly say it has taken me about two years to get the
Former intern Nate Huck returns as game-bird consultant for Minnesota DNR
In 2009, Nate Huck interned for the Minnesota DNR with the shallow lakes program. Now, he’s back in the same DNR office, in Brainerd, 14 years later, this time as resident game-bird consultant, a newly
Minnesota’s Pro Tip of the Week: Panfish are biting as summer winds down
It’s that time of year when walleye anglers are eagerly awaiting the fall bite. Meanwhile, panfish anglers are having success in many different areas of the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin while using multiple presentations.
Illinois Cuffs & Collars: A confession for unlawful dumping in Hancock County
Field reports from Illinois Conservation Police CPOs published in the Sept. 8, 2023 edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
Histories Forgotten: The 1890s and discovering the wonders of nature
During the 1890s, there was a surge in writings addressing the outdoors and nature. The nation’s conscience had awakened to the idea that more needed to be done to preserve and protect our natural jewels.
Illinois Mixed Bag: Chippewa campground reopens after 7 years
Kankakee River State Park’s popular Chippewa campground reopened to visitors on Aug. 28 after being closed since 2015.
“Reopening this campground has been a long time coming, and I am thrilled that we’ve reached
