Hunting
Illinois mink population appears to be mending – in places
No one is certain exactly how many mink there are in Illinois. No one is certain if the population is declining or expanding.
One thing that is a certainty, at least anecdotally, is that
Steve Pollick’s trip back to barebow has been a pleasant one after more than a year away
After more than a year’s pause, the wood riser of a lightweight recurve bow in my curled left hand felt good, as did the muscle tension associated with drawing an arrow.
After a dozen
North Dakota PLOTS acres open to public, but not for all use: Here’s what to know
The goal of North Dakota’s Private Land Open To Sportsmen program is to provide walk-in public access for hunting on private land. Just because hunters are allowed access doesn’t mean it’s open for any type
Previewing Minnesota’s archery deer hunt 2023: Enter crossbows for all
The countdown has started for the archery deer season in Minnesota, and there’s a mixture of excitement along with a few unknowns. The season kicks off Sept. 16, and the biggest unknown centers around the
Trappers prepare for new season at Illinois Trappers Association’s state convention set for Oct. 6-7
Trapping season is right around the corner – for Illinois trappers, that means an annual gathering for trappers is even closer.
The Illinois Trappers Association will hold its 61st Fall Convention at the Macon County
Wisconsin’s Monroe County summit brings CWD info to hunters
Monroe County officials are not waiting for an onslaught of chronic wasting disease (CWD) to cross their county’s borders, instead they have opted to battle it head-on in a non-lethal way.
They are confronting
Outdoor Insights: Go figure duck numbers are dropping
Late this summer, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued its annual Waterfowl Population Status Report, which showed some disturbing trends.
Total ducks in the continent’s heartland (32.3 million) are down 7% from 2022
Commentary: Ducks Unlimited leads partnership in $3 billion conservation initiative
A coalition of conservation organizations has launched a historic $3 billion international fund-raising campaign to protect and restore wetland habitats across North America, resulting in cleaner water for communities and wildlife.
Ducks Unlimited, Inc., Ducks
Gear & Gadgets: Packs, ammo and more
Stay organized and keep your gear handy with the Field N’ Forest Tracker Day Pack. A large main compartment and organizer pockets hold all you need for a great day outdoors.
