Opinions
A different kind of bear season
The early black bear hunting seasons in New York are still a couple months away. However, summer ushers in a bear season of its own, where it’s the bears that are doing the hunting –
Will Elliott was a mentor to many, and the consummate outdoorsman
When New York Outdoor News Editor Steve Piatt called me on Sunday, July 1, my first thought was that I was late for a blog. “I have bad news. We just lost Will Elliott.” Will
The time-tested weedless frog: Still the best for summertime bass
A non-professional bass fisherman’s opinion on the three best artificial lures for catching bass under difficult conditions.
Make summer assessments for autumn gathering
Deer hunters aren’t the only hunters/gathers who can do some scouting now.
Foolish to declare chronic wasting disease not a problem in Pennsylvania
Hunters and wildlife enthusiasts alike had better accept the fact that CWD kills affected animals, plain and simple.
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.
Will Wisconsin grouse hunters see earlier end to pending season?
Wisconsin DNR and Natural Resources Board considering a Nov. 30 closure in northern and western counties.
Ohio to take part in Operation Dry Water
Columbus — There have been several drownings on Ohio waterways in the past week or so, and that is several too many. Wearing a personal flotation device might have saved at least some of the
A new spot for hunting and fishing
I whined about cabin fever a couple months ago, and I’m sorry to say that my outdoor drought continues – in most respects. In May, I wrote to say I hoped I’d soon be telling
