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For years, Missouri hunters have lived with a quiet tension over how the state handles chronic wasting disease in the deer herd. On December 15, the Missouri Department of Conservation made it official: they are stopping the targeted removal program that used sharpshooters to take out deer in spots

Every winter, a unique event unfolds on the frozen surface of Black Lake in northern Michigan. It's the state's lake sturgeon spearing season – an outing so brief that it often wraps up before most folks finish their morning coffee. For 2026, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has set the

Out in the rugged landscapes of western Colorado, something big is stirring—literally. Wild bison, those massive icons of the American frontier, are getting a fresh shot at survival thanks to a new approach from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). But this isn't just about saving animals; it's openi

As the new year rolls in, seasoned anglers across America's coasts are gearing up for one of the ocean's most adrenaline-pumping pursuits: chasing Atlantic bluefin tuna. Starting January 1, 2026, the recreational season officially kicks off under federal guidelines set by NOAA Fisheries, offering a

For hunters across the Midwest and beyond who look forward to Missouri's spring turkey season every year, big changes are on the horizon. The Missouri Department of Conservation, or MDC as it's commonly known, has rolled out some updates to the rules that could shake up how folks plan their trips a

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Picture this: You're out in the woods during spring turkey season, heart pounding as you hear that distant gobble. You've got your call ready, hoping to bag a big tom. But what if those hunts are quietly tipping the scales in ways that could change the game for future seasons? A new study out of th

In the rugged expanses of southwest Wyoming, where the crisp winter air meets vast reservoirs, a call to arms is going out to fishermen everywhere. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is rallying anglers to step up and tackle a persistent problem: invasive species that threaten local waters. This

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For hunters across Missouri, planning the next big trip into the woods just got a bit clearer—and a little more restricted for some. The Missouri Department of Conservation has rolled out the official dates for deer and turkey seasons running through 2026 and into early 2027. These updates come str