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The Legislative Auditor’s Deer Report and a big Public Lands Rally
Two big news items! The Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor released a long-awaited deer report today. And during the next five days, multiple events will highlight sportsmen support for public lands.

Folden named Conservation Police Officer of the Year
A resident of McLeansboro, Folden is a 15-year veteran of DNR.

First CWD-positive wild deer in Eau Claire County
Discovery renews local 3-year deer baiting and feeding ban; five adjoining counties to see 2-year baiting, feeding ban.

Madison County beavers persist; engineering project delayed
Rodents set up shop on small wetland, delaying work.

Modify your kayak strategies for open-water fishing in 2018
Modern kayaks and canoes have opened up a whole new world of smaller waters for savvy anglers in urban and rural areas alike.

Bird survival tactics for spring blizzards
Birdwatchers across the northern United States have watched with concern, and awe, as wildlife cope with last weekend’s record-breaking snowstorm.

Test the water – for free – before deciding if you want to continue fishing Ohio waters
Ohio’s free fishing weekend is May 5-6. Try out the sport before buying a license.

Portable blinds sometimes the best bet for turkey hunting in bad weather
Using a blind is not a guarantee for bagging a gobbler, but at least hunters get to spend some time in the woods.

Experience crucial to spring gobbler success
And other simple things to remember as we begin another season in the turkey woods.