Tips & Features
Christine Thomas: A 2024 Wisconsin deer season report from the little cabin
“If either of them comes down to the south end of the field, he is chili,” I texted to Dave Clausen and Duke Welter, friends with whom I served on the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board
Classic food sources missing? Try these alternatives to punch your December deer tag
Most whitetail media coverage regarding late-season deer hunting is centered on food sources such as food plots or crop fields.
Deer will flock to these areas to fuel up for winter. But what if
Southern states and feral pigs offer a winter opportunity for hunters
Elk, moose, and sheep have long driven the dreams of the adventuring hunter, but wild pigs are fast overtaking the old guard. Partly because they’re accessible.
Let’s face it, hunting much of our Western
Quick and easy electric fillet knife crappie tutorial – video
If you own an electric fillet knife (or have been considering purchasing one) and you ever fillet crappies, you’ll want to check out this video.
Steve Carney: For older eyes, try larger sight pins on your bow; and an update on Minnesota’s first ice fishing
As I age, my eyesight isn’t what it used to be. I’ve been using the standard, .019 sight pins on my bows for decades, but it is time for a change.
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Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Patience is key during early ice season
Early ice provides many opportunities for ice anglers. I’m a fan of the run-and-gun method, but most of my early-ice success comes from being patient.
Late-season bow hunting means having a plan to withstand tough conditions
As the end of New York’s regular (rifle) deer seasons comes to a close, plenty of opportunities await for some late-season bowhunting. However, planning can bring an array of things to consider, especially knowing that
From mines to the metro, here are some hard-water opportunities for inland trout in Minnesota
The winter trout season may not draw the fanfare and hoopla of the spring walleye opener in Minnesota, but try telling that to a devoted cadre of hardcore, hard-water anglers. Although most ice-fishing opportunities exist
Patrick Durkin: Hunting camp’s legends, memories live on
When walking around a dead man’s hunting camp, each glance and every step seems to stir up old stories, memories, and unasked questions from decades-long friendships.
When the day ends and you’re back at
