Minnesota’s Outdoor Calendar
Outdoor News
January 2, 2026
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Minnesota published in the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Fishing
Twelve new Minnesota conservation officers now afield
DNR Report
January 2, 2026
Twelve new Minnesota DNR conservation officers have completed their training and now occupy previously vacant field stations across the state.
Minnesota Cuffs & Collars: 6-year-old thrilled after catching 31-inch walleye
Staff Report
January 2, 2026
Minnesota cuffs and collars are field reports from DNR conservation officers. These reports are from the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Steve Carney: A drop of super glue, and other panfishing tips
Steve Carney
January 2, 2026
We have come a long way with artificial fishing baits, and many of us rarely use live bait anymore for panfishing through the ice.
Plastics come in a variety of styles an colors, and
Organization in Crookston, Minn., is giving kids outdoor tools
Natalie Ryder
January 2, 2026
Crookston’s Get Kids Outdoors-Adam Parnow Memorial, Inc. was borne from the untimely passing of Adam Parnow in 2023. His parents, Fred and Beth Parnow, have connected the community through the outdoors nonprofit in his memory.<br
Minnesota Letters to the Editor: What are the effects of late-season hunting on pheasants?
Minnesota Letters To The Editor
January 2, 2026
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the Jan. 2, 2026 edition of Minnesota Outdoor News.
Outdoor Insights: Key figures in Minnesota’s outdoor scene retire
Rob Drieslein
January 2, 2026
The new year means the big “R” word for some folks – retirement.
Mark Johnson, executive director of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council, wraps his last day on Friday, Jan. 9. Leaders from the
Mike Schoonveld: Want to give the gift of a fishing trip in 2026? Here’s what to know
Mike Schoonveld
January 2, 2026
There are many occasions each year that gifts are gifted or exchanged.
With Christmas in the rear view mirror consider birthdays, anniversaries, Father’s Day and Mother’s Day to name a few. Choosing the perfect
Ohio native Bill Lowen reflects on solid year in pro bass fishing, family and hunting
Doug Clifford
January 2, 2026
“Well, thanks. It was finally fun for once.”
That line came from professional bass fisherman Bill Lowen accepting long-distance congratulations for his outstanding year on the 2025 Bassmaster Elite Tour. After winning the second
