Hunting
A conservation collaboration aims to better understand the population decline of northern pintails
In the serene wetlands and sweeping grasslands of North Dakota, an iconic waterfowl species takes flight – the northern pintail. These charming dabbling ducks were once one of the most abundant duck species in North
Deer hunt opener ’23: “It’s a tradition that a lot of Minnesotans share”
The Minnesota firearms deer opener is Saturday, and for many it’s about tradition and creating new stories at deer camps across the state. The Minnesota DNR expects to see many hunters in blaze orange roaming
Commentary: Ohio wildlife agencies, officers play vital role in conservation
During the late 1800s, experts were advising the Ohio General Assembly that the state was quickly losing its fish populations. In fact, many were warning that soon there would be no fish left in the
New York Outdoor News 2023 Rut Tracker: The time is now
It’s here! Deer hunting’s Holy Grail. The rut blossoms. Bucks are on their feet in the daytime, nighttime, and anytime in between! They’re testing their home range’s outer rim, not just chasing does, but as
Battle of the bucks: Now is the time to put those tines together
Clack, clack-ity, clack, clack…clack.
Pause.
“Clack, clack-ity, clack, clack…clack.”
A strange woodland sound drifted up through early November’s trees. I climbed quietly down from of my stand, bow in hand and
Minnesota Mixed Bag: DNR reminds hunters to register their deer
Deer hunters are required to register every deer they harvest before processing, before antlers are removed, and within 48 hours after taking the animal. Hunters may register deer online, via phone, or in person.
Minnesota’s statewide fishing and hunting report on Oct. 31, 2023
Cold weather moves ducks, doesn’t allow for much fishing. A look at the fishing and hunting report from across Minnesota on Oct. 31, 2023.
Why keeping a field journal is essential for hunting and foraging
Time and time again I find myself turning not only to my field journals, but also to those that I inherited from others. Looking at the really old ones is bitter sweet, knowing many of
Michigan DNR reports Ogemaw County’s first CWD-positive wild deer, hunters encouraged to get deer tested
A 4-year-old doe that was reported to be in poor condition – skinny, drooling and showing no fear of people – in Michigan’s Klacking Township, Ogemaw County, recently tested positive for chronic wasting disease.
