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Ryan Rothstein: Timely spring rains great for a deer herd
When the month of May kicked off hot and dry in Minnesota, I became uneasy in a hurry. While deer here aren’t quite as susceptible to the worst effects of drought as are their counterparts

Steve Carney: Cabbage beds are cream of the crop
By late June in Minnesota, weed growth has expanded in lakes, and things are changing dramatically.
Cabbage is my favorite type of vegetation because it is leafy and thick, which provides overhead cover for

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Mix up your presentations for walleye catching
Summer walleye fishing is creeping up on us, but with the prolonged cooler weather earlier this spring in Minnesota, there seems to be a delay in completing a true summer transition.
Shiner and jigs

When is water too warm for the safety of muskies?
Without a doubt, muskie anglers are among the most conservation-minded of all fishermen. Release is a priority and doing what’s best for the fishery is always considered.
But that doesn’t mean they always agree.

How to level up your trail camera game this summer to maximize your deer scouting efforts
As is often the case with technology, trail cameras have come a long way in the past two decades.
On average, they are cheaper, produce higher-quality images and videos, and are far more intuitive

Summertime dog training means practicing marks; here’s how to do it
About 20 years and four Labrador retrievers ago, I was perched in a dense cattail island awaiting the first flights of ducks. It was opening day, and prospects looked good for me and my energetic,

Fishing Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in July offers anglers a great mixed bag
“I think Portage and Touch lakes are two of the best lakes for anglers from downstate to try,” advised veteran angler and walleye professional Mark Martin. “Both lakes have outstanding angling for walleye, pike, smallmouth,

Minnesota’s less heralded rivers are certainly worth exploring
Picture this: I awaken in the thin blue light of dawn to a chorus of songbirds and break camp while coffee brews. After breakfast, I load my canoe and slip it back into the water

Rules of the road apply to water too; let’s review proper boating etiquette
Summertime means fun on the water for most of us. Be it fishing, water skiing, tubing, or just cruising and relaxing, many Ohioans find being on the water a great way to relax and enjoy