Hunting
New York to get $30.7 million in federal funding for fish and wildlife
In February, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced over $1.2 billion in Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration apportionments to support states, commonwealths and territories in its efforts to fund conservation and outdoor opportunities.
New York sportsmen get their say with lawmakers at caucus
On Wednesday, March 11, members of New York’s sporting community gathered at the Well of the Legislative Office Building in the State Capitol to meet face-to-face with dozens of state lawmakers as part of the
New York’s statewide fishing and hunting report on March 12, 2026
Spring brings mixed opportunities. Here’s a look at the New York fishing and hunting report on March 12, 2025.
Steve Piatt: Inclusion of crossbows in archery season means there’s now more than one ‘opener’ in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s debate over Opening Day of the firearms deer season isn’t likely to die down anytime soon, and I guess I’m okay with that. At least it shows our continued passion for hunting and, while
Outdoor Heritage Fund performance audit, LCCMR priorities heard in Minnesota committees
Representatives from the Legislative Citizens Commission on Minnesota Resources testified before the House and Senate last week on their annual funding recommendations. No vote was taken during the March 3, House Environment and Natural Resources
Put deer first when searching for sheds at the end of tough winters
Altoona, Pa. — As winter begins to loosen its grip, and the days stretch a little longer – there’s a particular itch for many people to get outdoors. The days stretch a little longer, and
Minnesota DNR Enforcement names annual division award winners
St. Paul — In recognition of his outstanding overall career performance, the DNR Enforcement Division named Conservation Officer Patrick McGowan the 2025 Conservation Officer of the Year.
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Visit Outdoor News at Great Waters Fly-Fishing Expo this weekend
The largest fly event in the Upper Midwest, the Great Waters Fly Expo, presented by Minnesota Trout Unlimited, runs this weekend, Friday through Sunday, March 13 to 15 at the Hamline University Walker Fieldhouse, 1550
Lead ammo, tackle sees debate in Minnesota legislature
An informational hearing at the Environment, Climate and Legacy Senate meeting on March 5 debated the future of lead ammunition and fishing tackle in Minnesota.
A number of organizations testified for and against removing
