Hunter tags black bear in southeast Minnesota
Start of a trend? The hinterlands of the no-quota zone produces a tasty, corn-fed bear in Winona County.
Outdoor Websights by Rob Drieslein
Did Aldo Leopold actually build a Leopold bench?
Whether or not he designed his namesake seat, it’s still a fun, simple project to occupy the kids during this era of social distancing.
What's Going On With Your Minnesota Public Lands?
Rob Drieslein, the managing editor of Outdoor News was asked by Pheasants Forever to moderate a session that included five individuals to discuss threats and opportunities to public lands in Minnesota. If you missed the session at Pheasant Fest, you can now have a look and see what was talked about and discussed at this event.
CWD positives see a major jump up in the southeast
Though the numbers remain relatively small, chronic wasting disease positives in southeast Minnesota jumped 50 percent in 2019. One year blip or has critical mass arrived for the disease in the region?
Minnesota man releases bald eagle caught in a trap
Adult bird flew up into a tree afterwards and presumably survived.
South Dakota produces unique ‘golden walleye’
Guided angler caught and released the gorgeous fish in the Glacial lakes region of northeastern South Dakota last week.
Perdue says buck stops with Walz on Twin Metals mine
While visiting Farmfest on Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture spoke briefly about mine risk study that he cancelled in September 2018
Timber rattlers visiting yards, making headlines in southeast Minnesota
Rattlesnake squad separates the protected snakes and people as recent warm weather drives the reptiles from ridgetop habitat into human habitation zones.
Loons and the West Nile virus [video]
Outdoor News Managing Editor Rob Drieslein looks into the death of two northeastern Minnesota loons from West Nile virus in this video blog.
What to make of the Roosevelt Conservation Caucus
Key House and Senate Republicans issued strong statements in support of the environment and conservation Wednesday, but are they simply courting voters before the next election?
Mandatory classic fishing books for any serious angler
Hang in the hammock over the upcoming July 4th holiday weekend and read one of these six freshwater fishing classics.
Gobbler season 2019: Building tomorrow’s wild turkey hunting addicts
Glorious May spring weekend produces first gobbler for Minnesota lad – who’s already planning turkey hunts in 2020 and beyond.
Minnesota Fishing Hall of Fame inducts four individuals, two businesses
A raucous crowd of fishing legends enjoyed a morning of angling camaraderie, toasting, and roasting Friday during the Northwest Sportshow.
Lindners launch new Angling Buzz column in Outdoor News
New, regular column will explore latest industry news, opinions on the state of modern fishing, and exclusive angling tips from the most respected names in North American sportfishing.
Support Minnesota’s public lands and waters at State Capitol rally on Thursday, Feb. 7
Wear your hunting and fishing colors, visit with your representatives, and help keep protection of public lands and waters at the forefront of state policy this legislative session.
New DNR commissioner chats with Outdoor News [audio]
Audio interview with Sarah Strommen touches on her background, management style, and outlook for leading one of the nation’s largest natural resource agencies.
Will persisting chronic wasting disease end APR in southeast Minnesota?
With 11 more CWD positives so far this fall – all white-tailed bucks – can antler-point restrictions survive in 2019?
Spare gutpile? Grab a trail cam and contribute to U of M research
Grad student’s dissertation asks hunters to help answer age-old question: What’s eating those gutpiles?
Photos and video reveal recently translocated wolves of Isle Royale [video]
Four wolves hailing from extreme northeastern Minnesota already are consuming moose carcasses on the Lake Superior island.
Considering Minnesota’s wolf population survey, fall youth deer hunting, and a nifty trail cam image
If the margin of error on the eastern grey wolf population in Minnesota is more than 26 percent, what is it for important game species like white-tailed deer? Also, what’s with this white-tailed buck (trail cam image)?
Wolves or coyotes? Reader-submitted trail camera image generates massive online debate
Several Minnesota wild canine experts weigh in on whether a photo shows coyotes or wolves, and their conclusion is unanimous …
Eight states file federal lawsuit to restore bird protection law
Dispute over Trump administration’s interpretation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act heats up with action from eight attorneys general.
Meateater podcast draws impressive crowd of hunters to Twin Cities area
Steven Rinella produces one of the most popular podcasts in the country, and on Thursday night, more than 1,000 outdoorsmen and outdoorswomen rendezvoused in Burnsville to watch it live. Plus information on an upcoming Modern Carnivore experience.
A cornerstone wildlife protection law, the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, celebrates 100 years July 3
A great conservation success story, the MBTA – like too many environmental protections – faces political challenges and legislation hurdles if it’s to survive another century.
About This Blog
Rob Drieslein has been a professional newspaper and magazine outdoors scribe in Minnesota since 1992. In 1997, he became editor of Minnesota Outdoor News and was named managing editor of the Outdoor News Publications in 2003. In addition to his editorial duties, Drieslein hosts Outdoor News Radio (syndicated by Learfield Communications), and he’s written for several national and regional magazines including Pheasants Forever, American Rifleman, and Northern Wilds. Living in the Twin Cities, Drieslein and his wife of 20 years, Annette, raise three sons and a daughter, all of whom enjoy canoe camping trips in the Boundary Waters, hiking, recreational shooting, and fishing Minnesota’s lakes and streams.
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