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The story of the 29-year largemouth bass
I should have never caught that big bass back in 1989.
We were at the lake to rake leaves in late October. It was Oct. 22, to be exact, because ever since I have

A sweet-corn approach to mourning doves
As my hunting partner Jim Rundell, of Madison, Wis., and I walked across the field, dozens of mourning doves flew up from the flattened stalks in front of us. We were heading for our sitting

Venerable Mitchell 300s take anglers back in time
I swelled with pride, even though I had just turned 40 at that time. If old guys were still using reels they bought as young men or teenagers, my Mitchell reels should last till I’m

Illinois’ edible summer mushrooms offer adventure
When we think of summer, our minds often conjure images of picnics, outdoor grilling, and the fresh flavors that characterize this vibrant season.

New York’s early goose season offers hunters a fine start to fall
For me, the coming of September brought sad thoughts when I was growing up. For one thing, it meant an end to my delightful stay at our family’s summer home, where I could fish, stalk

Big summer walleyes: Jigging tips for success – video
Donnie O’Bert shows off some of the fine fishing that Rainy Lake has to offer and shares a few tips that will help you catch more walleyes still this summer on jigs.

Tips to pinpointing the perfect archery deer stand site
Picking a stand site can be one of the most challenging, yet rewarding, elements of any deer hunt. Pick the right stand and you’re bound to see some action.

Topwater Time: Three lure styles every fall angler should possess
While many outdoors-minded folks switch from fishing to hunting as fall arrives, there is a compelling reason to not winterize the boat quite yet. As the longer, cooler nights start to lower the water temperature

Trout on the New York, Vermont border: Walloomsac River has become a gem
For anglers who like to fish for trout and are in the vicinity of the Walloomsac River, it is a 16.5-mile stream that flows through both New York and Vermont, and is a tributary of