Opinions
Replacing fur with oil-based fakes would be a bad decision
At one time, there was a thriving domestic retail market for fur in the U.S. The demand for fur at home created a lucrative market for not only mink farms, but trappers as well.
Those in the know knew: rifle hunting was allowed in late season
“Effective January 1, 2023, a new Illinois law will allow hunters to use centerfire, single-shot rifles in certain calibers for deer hunting.
Michigan letters to the editor: Too many shooters, not enough hunters
Reader-submitted letters to Michigan Outdoor News.
Outdoor Observations: Could deer hunting become a rich person’s sport in Michigan?
More money than I can shake a stick at has driven me away from a couple hunting spots in recent years.
Minnesota letters to the editor: Outdoor Heritage Alliance still searching for a new president
Reader-submitted letters to the editor from Minnesota Outdoor News.
Storm’s unearthed “brown snow” a cause for concern?
In the big picture, topsoil loss speaks to larger problems.
Streams of thought: Submit nominations for Minnesota Outdoor News’ Person of the Year
A year ago, the Outdoor News Person of the Year was Ruth Hoefs, of Le Center, a longtime Ducks Unlimited volunteer. She joined an outstanding and lengthy list of Minnesotans recognized by this publication who
Commentary: Winter feeding of wildlife often has unintended, negative results
The natural world must be considered when it comes to feeding wildlife in winter. Even during a mild winter. North Dakota Game and Fish Department biologists are asked about feeding wildlife, and, quite frankly, most
Joe Fellegy: Questions around some proposed changes to the Minnesota DNR’s record-fish program
And anglers fishing on Minnesota waters should know that the release program, which now has only four species, will increase significantly – six species per year from 2024 to 2026.
