Hunting
Pennsylvania Game Commission seeks public assistance in annual turkey survey
The Pennsylvania Game Commission again is seeking input from the public in surveying wild turkeys this summer. The annual Pennsylvania Wild Turkey Sighting Survey is underway and runs through Aug. 31.
Even smart people fall for turkey myths
I’ve long wondered why people have so many odd beliefs about turkeys. Myths about them are nearly as stubborn and pervasive as those about whitetails. Prof. Mike Chamberlain, at the University of Georgia, addressed this
Outdoor Insights: Replacing Land Tawney no easy task for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
News last week that Backcountry Hunters and Anglers CEO and President Land Tawney will be stepping down startled the nation’s outdoors advocates. Tawney has been the pied piper of public lands for the growing organization
Commentary: Minnesota DNR commissioner responds to Federal criticism of SNA lead ban
The following is a letter sent by DNR Commissioner Sarah Strommen to Federal Ammunition in response to recent correspondence from Federal, which appeared in the July 14, 2023, Outdoor News commentary. That letter/commentary addressed Federal’s
LCCMR members forward funding recommendations for ’25 projects
The Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources met July 20 to take the next step in recommendations for Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund projects for Fiscal Year 2025. The commission recommended 101 projects for review.
Minnesota’s Mixed Bag: Bear hunters need to buy licenses by Aug. 1
A mix of outdoor-related news stories from across Minnesota published in the July 28, 2023 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Gear & Gadgets: Items to help you on the water and in the woods
The main attraction to this craw is the upside-down legs and the kicking action. When you move the bait, the legs will start to quiver.
Red Lake Nation voices concern as plan advances to reintroduce elk in northeast Minnesota
The Minnesota Legislature during its most recent session authorized $2.3 million in spending for the Minnesota DNR to work with the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to capture elk from northwestern Minnesota
Opponent of Illinois’ FOID law planning to appeal ruling
After an Illinois circuit court judge sided with the state that the Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) card is constitutional, the plaintiff plans to appeal.
The FOID is required for residents – including hunters and
