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Remembering Mike Jackson, a ‘one of a kind’ angler, communicator in Illinois
Buffalo Grove’s Orrin Brand has passed away at the age of 79. Illinois fishermen are more familiar with the other name that Brand used – Mike Jackson.
Jackson once told me that he elected
Illinois Letters to the Editor: It’s not broken, so leave state’s turkey season just as it stands
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Dec. 1, 2023, edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
Illinois fishing organization in limbo after decades of good work
In an example of Illinois getting in the way of Illinois, one of the state’s most effective and productive fishing organizations may disband in the coming year. This after it spent 40 years helping DNR’s
New York Letters to the Editor: Approved for one box of ammo, then delayed for another
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Dec. 1, 2023, edition of New York Outdoor News.
Keep an eye on municipal access limitations at Vischer Ferry in New York
What’s happening, or not happening, with waterfowl hunting at Vischer Ferry in the Saratoga town of Clifton Park is something sportsmen across the state should find alarming.
Commentary: Wake up, educate yourself on Pennsylvania outdoor issues
In a letter in the Oct. 27 issue, headlined, Trying to Grab Our Money, the writer urged us to “wake up” and stop voting for the “crooks” behind House Bill 1300.
“Take time to
Wisconsin Letters to the Editor: Reader’s letter misleading on DNA testing in the elk case
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Dec. 1, 2023, edition of Wisconsin Outdoor News.
Fur market slow to improve as 2023 trapping season opens in Illinois
By the time you read this the trapping season will have been open almost three weeks in Illinois. The first week at least was pretty mild, so I’m sure many trappers took advantage of this.
Help the science of backyard birding: Consider participating in Project FeederWatch
There’s something enchanting about waking up to the melodic tunes of birdsong and catching a glimpse of vibrant plumage fluttering outside your window. Backyard birding is not just a hobby; it’s a mindful practice that
