Rabbit and squirrel hunting: No better way to spend February
Longer days and warmer sunshine activate small game hunting opportunities between now and – bonus day – Feb. 29.
Wefer named Chief of DNR’s Division of Wildlife
The permanent position had been vacant since former chief Mark Alessi stepped over last year to assume a role as central region manager for DNR’s Division of Natural Heritage.
Remembering a true legend: Forrest L. Wood
Known as the father of the modern bass boat, Wood helped make competitive fishing mainstream and devoted his career to recreational sport fishing.
Managing bird dog weight in off-season
Fifteen or 20 minutes will likely cut it, and not only will it keep your dog in better shape before next bird season, but it’ll pretty much ensure a better quality of life overall.
Ice fishing tip: Stuck in one spot? Call the fish to you!
Not marking fish despite working a prime location? Try using flashy spoons or rattle baits to entice more fish into your icy zone.
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Outdoor News video: ice fishing with set lines
There are many different ways to catch fish when going out ice fishing. Outdoor News' Jason Revermann shares his favorite technique ice fishing while using set lines rather than other ways when you're jumping from hole to hole.
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Show-stoppers: 10 ice-fishing products worth checking out [videos]
The recent Hard Water Expo and the St. Paul Ice Fishing and Winter Sports Show helped kick off the 2019-20 ice-fishing season.
Cool new tools for the 2019-20 ice fishing campaign
Gear for the 2019-20 ice-fishing season has a heavy slant towards larger baits, continued innovations in plastics, fly fishing or in-line reels, and even more emphasis on tungsten jigs and lures.
25 holiday gift ideas for the angler in your life
From stocking stuffers to great values and accessories to gifts for the serious angler.
The early ice fishing formula for success with 'Tackle' Terry Tuma
From minnow heads to jigging spoons, new ice activates big-time piscatorial action during the short days of early winter.
Bird dog trust: Key to upland bird hunting and waterfowling success
To create more flushes and retrieves, develop the right relationship with your four-legged hunting partner.
Opening weekend gun deer kill numbers tumble
Hunters in Illinois bagged a preliminary total of 50,173 deer, down from 58,836 in 2018.
Know The Ice Before You Go Too Far...
Please be safe while going out on the ice. Always take caution and bring the proper gear with you.
Ice fishing tips: Essential tools for safe early ice fishing adventures
Having the proper equipment and checking ice conditions frequently will help keep you topside.
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Tip: Deer Hunting Over A Decoy
Melissa Bachman shares a great whitetail hunting tip with Outdoor News: hunting over a deer decoy.
2019 Outdoor News Holiday Gift Ideas
What are outdoor enthusiasts asking for this holiday season? Here's a sampling of our top gifts, plus details on the Outdoor News super holiday subscription discounts!
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Capturing Every Morsel of Meat From Your Ruffed Grouse
Whenever ethical hunters harvest an animal, they use as much of it as possible. That rule certainly applies to ruffed grouse. Spend a few minutes with Mike Hehner, who shows us how he gets the most meat from his bird.
Taking advantage of Great Lakes country grouse numbers and hunting opportunities
Rumor has it that ruffed grouse numbers aren’t bad across the upland species’ range this year, and even in down years, the author still heads afield.
Deer harvest up through first three weeks
Bowhunters are quick out of the gate this season, at least through the first three weeks.
The autumn gold that stays: Tips for catching fall walleyes
From jigs to crankbaits, unleash a greatest hits of top angling tactics to convince walleyes to fall in during the great bite of autumn.
Remaining shotgun season permits now on sale over-the counter
DNR has put firearm deer permits for the upcoming season on sale over-the-counter.
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