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Minnesota Mixed Bag: Apply through Aug. 18 for Camp Ripley archery deer hunt
A mix of outdoor-related news stories from across Minnesota published in the July 14, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Commentary: Federal Ammo criticizes Minnesota DNR for lead-shot order regarding SNAs
Federal Ammunition has been in Anoka for more than 100 years. We are the world leader in ammunition design and manufacturing, and we proudly employ more than 1,500 Minnesotans. These are high-quality, local jobs. The
Minnesota DNR bans lead ammo on 56 state scientific and natural areas where hunting is allowed
The Minnesota DNR issued an order in late June that will require hunters to use nontoxic, lead-free ammunition when hunting on 56 state scientific and natural areas where hunting is allowed.
The new order
Minnesota’s Pro Tip of the Week: Catfish can be tough to catch in July
July is typically a tough month to target both flathead and channel catfish. Both species are moving in and out of spawning, which usually results in less feeding activity and decreased movement of the fish.
The reasons why the Wisconsin DNR killed the ‘Hunt Wild WI’ mobile app
Barring mass outrage by users of the DNR’s mobile app, Wisconsin hunters will never again tap the “Hunt Wild WI” icon on their tablet or smartphone to register deer or remind themselves when legal hunting
Histories Forgotten: The 1870s saw the rise of the sportsman in Illinois
Before the 1870s, in Illinois, market men – men who hunted for profit – exercised free reign over state natural resources deemed wildlife.
Despite economic downturns and social upheavals, Illinois’ fertile fields, ample transportation systems,
Illinois Cuffs & Collars: Father lets young sons take deer without licenses or permits
Field reports from Illinois Conservation Police CPOs published in the July 14, 2023 edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
Coyote contest ban in New York, a line in the sand?
Judging from what I’ve heard from coyote hunters recently, the legislation passed by both houses to ban coyote hunting contests, if signed by the governor, will accomplish very little other than political chest pounding. If
New York Department of Environmental Conservation offering Next Step courses for hunters and trappers
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging hunters who have completed a hunter, bowhunter, or trapper education certification course to consider taking a “Next Step” course.
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