Hook and Bullet
Wisconsin’s 2023 deer hunts set; Iron County is bucks only
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) adopted final regulations for the 2023 deer season following an extended discussion over a difference between recommendations by the DNR and Marathon County Deer Advisory Council (CDAC).
The
Turkey programs making progress in Illinois in attempt to address population declines
After a spring season described as a “bounce-back” of sorts, Illinois turkey hunters have been treated to a couple more pieces of good news.
DNR has followed through on its promise to modernized its
Rimfire groundhogs: Get in on this overlooked action of summer
There was a time when hunting groundhogs was a very active part of the summertime for hunters. Not so these days, as it is often hard to see any hunters out in the heat. <br
Proposed project on Kaskaskia River in Illinois concerns waterfowlers, outdoor recreationists
A proposed project on the Kaskaskia River near Baldwin, Ill., has waterfowl hunters and outdoor recreation enthusiasts concerned about the future of a popular wildlife destination.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the
New York hunters react to likely coyote contest ban as legislation awaits governor’s signature
The reaction in the hunting community to legislation passed by both houses which, if signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, will ban coyote and squirrel hunting contests has hunters frustrated.
The bill, S4099/A2917, passed
Burnett County giant bear ties for Wisconsin’s archery state record
At 6-foot-1 and 315 pounds, Bill Foster is a big man.
An experienced hunter with archery pro shop experience and two Oconto County trophy black bears under his belt, one might think he
Changing seasonal temperatures are affecting game and fish
Systematic changes to average seasonal temperatures and precipitation are already affecting Midwest fish and wildlife populations. Unfortunately, more dramatic change is on the way.
Because future natural resources managers will no longer be able
Coyotes are becoming a bit too bold around the farm
Of all the canine furbearers, I get why some people mistake a coyote for a domestic dog.
Depending on the pelt coloration, and even vocalizations, domestic dogs and coyotes have some similarities. Behavior,
Tungsten jigs and plastic lures for crappies – video
“Tackle” Terry Tuma suggests using different plastics, varying their size, color, length, and vibration pattern. Use a firm rod to get a good hook set.
