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Knowing where turkeys dine will help fill a late-season tag
Turkeys are truly opportunistic feeders. They’ll survive all winter long in harsh northern climates by eating grains and hard mast, then switch to a protein-heavy diet throughout the summer that consists of all kinds of

Minnesota Pro Tip of the Week: Many techniques for early walleye fishing
As zebra mussels move in and lakes become more clear, it’s essential to get your baits away from the boat to not spook the fish.

First time bow kill turns out to be 214-incher for Ohio hunter
Most deer hunters can remember vivid details about their first bow kill. For Truman Sink, his first bow kill, which happened last fall, will likewise be hard to forget.
Or top. The 19-year-old hunter

Stick it out for your late-season Ohio turkey
Are you still trying to find a way to put a notch in your turkey tag on this last weekend of the Ohio season? Well, don’t fear. The waning days of the season can be

Consider targeting the skipjack herring on the Ohio River
I never gave skipjack herring a second thought – an overrated sardine, I thought – until I saw firsthand. The day started like any other day. Minnows jumping in the air changed it up some.

Pennsylvania reader stories: pheasant hunt was nothing special
My brother called and asked if I’d go pheasant hunting. I said sure but I had to go buy the license. I paid $25 for it and I was ready when he picked me up

Gadget-free fishing and pulling in northern pike
I have several friends who are diehard fishermen, knowledgeable to the point where catching fish is usually an inevitability for them.
Their rigs sport all the latest electronics and are jammed with myriad rod/reel

Thinking big: Tips for catching impressive stream trout
Once the catch-and-kill opener passes in mid-April, stream trout fishing can become challenging.
You’ll contend with more anglers than ever, but also fluctuating water levels and clarity due to spring rains. Both can conspire

Remembering George Shiras, the “father of wildlife photography”
Trail cameras are a valuable tool used by many hunters. These eyes in the woods provide hunters and outdoor enthusiasts with a “24/7” look at game and non-game activity. What few folks don’t know is