DNR seeking public input on fall 2021 wolf harvest season, future of wolf management
The public comment period will be open April 15 to May 15.
Hunting
You can help shape deer hunting in Wisconsin
Public is invited to weigh in on recommendations beginning April 12 for the 2021 county-level antlerless deer harvest goals and the 2021 white-tailed deer hunting season structure.
Hunting hares with beagles becoming a lost art
“Tally Ho” is more than just a cry of a participant at a hunt to encourage the hounds when the quarry is sighted, as it explains in the dictionary. It is also the name of a new book by John Jarzynski of Lawtons, with a sub-heading of “Confessions of an Old Beagler.” Jarzynski, a retired English Teacher from Gowanda Central School, grew…
Judge: U.S. agency illegally paid for Colorado predator hunt
Program to kill dozens of mountain lions and black bears was an experiment to determine if the predators were partly responsible for declining mule deer populations.
Wisconsin spring turkey season set to kick off
Spring turkey season opener is April 21; bonus harvest authorizations are still available for several periods and zones.
Learn to call wild turkeys from the masters
And by “masters,” the author means listen to, then mimic, the calling of actual hens and toms.
Maine looks to further increase Moose permit numbers in bid to curb tick infestation
The number of moose permits has increased by hundreds over the past few years. Tens of thousands of hunters apply for the permits via an annual lottery system.
Easing toward normal in the Pennsylvania outdoors
Hoping the return to an almost normal opening of trout fishing will fill people with a sense of cheer and enjoyment.
Hunting tips: Prepping for your spring turkey hunt
Turkey hunting can be as simple or complex as you make it. Here are some things to get you started in the right direction for your spring hunt.
Giving last rites to ‘Old Blue’
Author’s hunting, fishing ride put out to pasture.
Trail cameras and the spring turkey connection
Hint: Hang your cameras where you suspect high gobbler traffic, like field corners and logging roads
Boone & Crockett Club: Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota among tops for trophy whitetails
MISSOULA, Mont. — Minnesota continues to rank No. 4 for Boone and Crockett Club trophy whitetail with 1,194 total entries in the recently released sixth edition of the Club’s “Records of North American Whitetail Deer.” Also noted in the book are the overall state and provincial rankings. Wisconsin continues to rank at the top with 1,822 total entries, followed by Illinois (1,445 entries),…
Life without a dog is missing something
The author’s ‘Empress Molly’ being put through the paces.
Alaska opens first-ever raffle for hunting permits in bid to offset virus losses
The permits will allow buyers to hunt species such as brown bears, caribou or musk ox, Alaska’s Energy Desk reported.
Some states look to amp up wolf policies
Wolf hunting policies in some states are taking an aggressive turn, as Republican lawmakers and conservative hunting groups push to curb their numbers and propose tactics shunned by many wildlife managers.
Bonus harvest authorizations for spring turkeys available beginning March 15
Previously known as leftover permits, bonus harvest authorizations are available for purchase online through GoWild.Wi.Gov and at all license agents.
Wisconsin elk hunt applications open through May 31
Following several successfully managed Wisconsin elk hunts, the DNR is planning the fourth hunt in state history this fall.
Two-week concurrent rifle deer season proposed in Pennsylvania
In January, Pennsylvania Game Commissioners approved a statewide 2-week concurrent deer season. But will it hold up for final approval in April?
Hunters, trappers blow past Wisconsin’s wolf kill target
Harvest exceeds wolf target by nearly 100 animals – and in less than three days after season shut down early.
Post-hunting season health maintenance for your dog
How to keep your hunting dog from packing on the pounds during the off-season.
Keep your shooting eye in tune with an air rifle
‘Hunting’ season never really over with small arms.
All 6 Wisconsin wolf harvest zones closing Feb. 24
As of this report, 82 wolves have been harvested, according to DNR numbers.
Wisconsin wolf harvest zones closing
Hunting and trapping closures effective at 10 a.m. Feb. 24.
The push for kids and crossbows
Discussion has started to allow 12- and 13-year-old junior hunters to take the next step to hunt big game with firearms here in New York.
Wisconsin DNR denied in court appeal to prevent wolf season
Season will now continue as planned Feb. 22-28.
Wisconsin wolf season to run Feb. 22-28
(Photo courtesy of Wisconsin DNR)MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin DNR announced Monday that a wolf harvest season will take place Feb. 22-28. All hunters and trappers interested in obtaining a wolf harvest permit or preference point must apply beginning at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. The application period will close at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20. Customers may apply through…
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