Tips & Features
State set to celebrate rare ‘true river’ Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener
While event has been held on the Mississippi River in the past, Gov. Mark Dayton will see a much different Mississippi in the greater St. Cloud area when he helps kick off the season —
Perennial food plots: nutritional building blocks for fawns
While much attention is paid to growing big bucks, it all begins with doe health, and spring food plots that include self-regenerating perennials.
Angling preview 2017: Motor-free open-water fishing via kayak
From small, relatively inaccessible metro lakes and rivers to pristine backcountry fisheries, a kayak can simplify and improve your fishing.
Another look: spring slab crappies prior to the walleye opener
Think stealth and quiet when working shallow or suspended crappies during the lengthening days of April and May.
Harvesting Wild Morel Mushrooms
Where’s a list of tips for hunting wild morel mushrooms, including the when, where, and how to find them. Plus, 10 different options for preparing them and tips for storing your harvest.
Fishing tip: How to double-hook a shiner minnow (video)
Using a double hook technique will allow you to go through heavy cover and brush.
Final thoughts on ice season 2016-17
Ice angling lessons to consider as another incredible hard-water season draws to a close.
Give home cooking maple sap a try
It’s time to start thinking maple syrup in Wisconsin
Ice fishing tip: Using underwater cameras to be a more productive angler
Underwater cameras will truly open up the hard-water angling world and help you put more fish topside
