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Ohio Insider: Diving further into the demise of state’s ruffed grouse
We all realize that curtailing hunting of ruffed grouse isn’t the answer to bringing the bird back. Hunting, in Ohio, at least, moves the needle barely a blip. According to Division of Wildlife (DOW) statistics,

Ease into spring dog work, and keep it short in summer
The best way to begin spring training is simple: short hikes and no serious training. Just let the dog run and gauge both his stamina and mental acuity. A good idea is to bring a

A look at all we lose, and sometimes find again, in our outdoor pursuits
The Great Vault of Lost and Found Outdoor Gear must lie in a remote mountain valley somewhere, and if we ever find that spot what a trove it will hold.
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Sporting interests monitor Albany as New York legislative session nears the end
As the 2023 legislative session is about to conclude in Albany on June 8, sportsmen are watching the clock to see what will develop surrounding legislative items that could affect members of the sporting community,

Wisconsin student tags 5-bearded bird just in the nick of time with graduation day looming
Jack Diederich shot a five-bearded turkey of a lifetime May 12, but he almost missed that opportunity when he considered shooting a jake the day before to supply the main course for his girlfriend’s cookout.<br

Minnesota bonding, cash bills pass in late hours of session; two gun-control measures pass
The Minnesota DNR will receive $233.1 million from the bonding bill and $14.1 million from the cash bill to be used for infrastructure-improvement projects.
Also, two gun-control measures pass, and the House and Senate

Knowing where turkeys dine will help fill a late-season tag
Turkeys are truly opportunistic feeders. They’ll survive all winter long in harsh northern climates by eating grains and hard mast, then switch to a protein-heavy diet throughout the summer that consists of all kinds of

Wisconsin DNR estimates state’s elk numbers will pass 500 by July
Wisconsin’s northern elk herd is expected to reach about 355 animals following the spring calving season, with the newer southern herd hitting about 160 elk once calves hit the ground in June.
The DNR

Gear & Gadgets: Fishing, camping, hunting and more
Hunting, fishing, camping gear and more to help get you outdoors.