Hunting
Outdoor Observations: Michigan deer harvest dwindles despite rise in license opportunities
Michigan’s deer population is growing. A steady decline in hunter numbers in Michigan – and across the country – has led to a decline in harvest numbers as well.
Michigan’s deer hunting population
Senate OKs electronic duck stamp
Washington — The U.S. Senate late last month unanimously passed the Duck Stamp Modernization Act – legislation to make the federal Duck Stamp more accessible for waterfowl hunters by authorizing the electronic stamp for use
BSU study looks at deer management in state cities
More communities in Minnesota are seeing increased whitetail populations within city limits where firearms ordinances hinder deer management.
Minnesota DNR begins outlining $149.9M Get Out More budget priorities
St. Paul — The Minnesota DNR had a historic year in the 2023 legislative session, receiving $149.9 million for its Get Out More initiative.
Jeff Frischkorn: Feral hog hunting is as basic as it gets
It wasn’t so much being an odd question, though it did make my eyebrows furrow.
I was stumped, and not for the first time related to such a thought, either.
“How many wild
Walz unveils plans for Minnesota’s ‘outdoor rec’ program
Randolph Briley, ORIP coordinator, said the partnership will include the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Minnesota DNR, Explore Minnesota Tourism, and Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation.
Love that dog, the Second Time Around
A fresh player in town, Second Chance Bird Dogs (SCBD), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is getting so busy its founder Mike Mapes is preparing to take drastic action.
Minnesota’s duck numbers dip, but state mallards stable
The estimate of overall duck abundance (excluding scaup, better known as bluebills) was 481,000 ducks, which was 15% below the 2022 estimate of 567,000 ducks, 20% below the 10-year average, and 22% below the long-term
Dogs and algae-laden water don’t mix
Exercising bird dog breeds via “water work” is great for keeping or getting a canine in shape for the hunting season.
What the activity should not experience, however, is for a dog to become
