Opinions
Overlooking a critical consideration
There is something lost in the Sunday hunting debate. Dialogue from both sides of the issue picked up steam this week after the Pennsylvania Game Commission board approved a resolution supporting Sunday hunting. Those in
Governor signs bill to extend muskrat trapping
We don’t expect trappers to get too excited by this breaking news, but any news expanding trapping in Illinois is welcomed news. What’s happening? Gov. Pat Quinn signed legislation Tuesday to extend muskrat trapping season
On the water with the coach
Life is funny sometimes. Julie O’Neill, a friend from Pendleton Center United Methodist Church, asked me for a favor. Would I consider being part of a Christmas present to her new boss, University of Buffalo
Just give me camo
Recently, I was asked to join the ranks of a specific pro-staff, which I ended up turning down, mostly because it simply wasn’t the right fit for me personally. The pro-staff is composed entirely of
Real sportsmen don’t eat bean sprouts
I was telling a friend about a story I wrote recently, reporting on the E. Coli outbreak in Germany, how it was caused by eating bean sprouts, why it should be a warning to Americans,
Celebrating the Sound, and Scent, of Shooting Confidence
Last year for I shot a handgun for the first time. It was a .22 semi- automatic, perfect for a beginner. I had a lot of fear the first time I shot the handgun. I
Good summer lull event: fish and paddle the St. Croix River
The St. Croix River is a phenomenal fishing river and scenic destination that too many Minnesotans probably take for granted. Here’s the skinny on an event raising awareness about the health of the St. Croix,
Remembering, and Memorializing, Slain Game Wardens
The Minnesota DNR on Monday formally dedicated a memorial to three Minnesota game wardens killed more than 70 years ago. The memorial is at the DNR’s regional office in New Ulm. More than 80 conservation
Father’s Day is about appreciating the man
Every year the day rolls around and takes us by surprise. Caught off guard and empty handed we twist our brains in knots trying to figure out what to do for the guy that has
