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Diving deeper into the Minnesota DNR’s deer harvest report: What stood out for individual permit areas?
The 2023 Minnesota DNR deer harvest report arrived at the end of February, and it showed another decline in harvest numbers statewide. Are readers wondering how the numbers specifically compare to the 2022 harvest?

New ammo makes the 28 gauge shotgun more than a grouse, quail and dove gun
Last year, I turkey hunted with a 28 gauge. I shot a bunch of doves, a pheasant or two, a few ducks, and a pair of Canada geese with 28s as well.
The 28

Pheasant Fest panelists detail federal policies to watch, with emphasis on public access
Every year, the National Pheasant Fest and Quail Classic includes seminars relating to the event’s host state, but there are also seminars examining national-level issues. One of the national-focused seminars at the March 1-3 Pheasant

Gear & Gadgets: KUIU showcases the Axis Hybrid Jacket and Pant, plus much more
The Axis Hybrid Jacket and Pant will redefine comfort and performance for the active late-season hunter. The Axis Hybrid series breaks the paradigm of restrictive and heavy late-season hunting clothing, and provides the best performance

Snow geese making their way across North Dakota
Duck hunting may be closed for another six months, but waterfowl hunters still have a reason to take to the water and fields with their shotguns. The Spring Light Goose Conservation Order offers an opportunity

Minnesota becomes the 20th state with an outdoor recreation office
The Minnesota Outdoor Recreation Industry Partnership (ORIP) is nearly halfway through its first year of formation. Randolph Briley, the state’s deputy director of outdoor recreation, is focused on laying the foundation and building up for
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Northwest Sportshow kicks off Thursday in Minneapolis
The Northwest Sportshow, presented by Progressive, will be on location at the Minneapolis Convention Center, March 14-17.

Commentary: Bill to transfer Minnesota’s White Earth State Forest land to tribe divisive, unpopular, unnecessary
A new bill has come to my attention, and the ramifications are concerning. I believe the public deserves to know about it before the bill goes anywhere. Sen. Mary Kunesh, DFL-New Brighton, has recently introduced

Streams of Thought: Transfer of more Minnesota state lands to tribes could have widespread implications
State legislators often are accused of much taking as sessions progress – your money (taxes), gun rights, just to name a couple. But would it make you feel better to know the elected have been