Recent Hunting And Fishing Articles
Oregon's Mule Deer Hunt Shake-Up Looms
For generations, hunters across Oregon have loaded up their trucks, headed to familiar spots in Eastern and Central Oregon, and chased mule deer through the same units their dads and granddads knew. But come 2026, that's all set to change in a big way. The state's Fish and Wildlife Commission just
Why Sage-Grouse Wings Hold the Future
Out in the vast sagebrush lands of Wyoming, where the air is crisp and the horizon stretches forever, hunters have always played a big role in keeping wildlife strong. This year, the folks at the Wyoming Game and Fish Department are putting out a call to all sage-grouse hunters: drop off those wing
Hunters' Logs Boost Upland Bird Conservation
Every fall, the fields and forests of Minnesota come alive with the rustle of wings and the thrill of the chase as upland bird hunters take to the landscape. Pheasants, grouse, woodcock, prairie chickens, and partridge draw hunters to the state’s diverse habitats, from sprawling prairies to dense w
New Contaminated Duck Reports - A Hunter's Nightmare
Hunters across the Midwest have always prided themselves on bringing home fresh game from the field, but recent warnings from wildlife officials are making some guys think twice about what's on their dinner plate. In Wisconsin, the Department of Natural Resources just put out alerts about dangerous
Idaho Hunter Faces Felonies for Poaching
Ryan Lampers, a well-known figure in the hunting world under the handle StHealthyHunter, is in hot water after being slapped with serious charges in Idaho. The 51-year-old Montana resident, once celebrated for his backcountry adventures and health-focused hunting lifestyle, now faces two felonies a
Fall Hunting Calls Us Back to the Woods
As the leaves start turning and the air gets that crisp edge, folks across Massachusetts feel the pull to grab their gear and step into the outdoors. It's that time again – the kickoff to the fall 2025 hunting season, where the drop in temperature signals a chance to connect with nature in a way th
NC Celebrates Hunting and Fishing Day with Free Events
Every year, North Carolina’s outdoors come alive with the sights and sounds of nature, from the rustle of leaves in the Piedmont forests to the gentle lapping of waves along coastal marshes. For those who cherish time spent with a rod in hand or a rifle at the ready, the state’s rich hunting and fi
Texas Teal Hunters Hit with Surprise Season Cut
For the first time in two decades, waterfowl hunters in Texas are dealing with a shorter early teal season. Officials from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department have announced that the season, which starts on September 20, will wrap up after just nine days, ending on September 28. That's a big dr
Is Wyoming Saving Its Small Fishing Operators?
In the heart of Wyoming's vast outdoors, where rivers and lakes draw anglers from all walks of life, big shifts are brewing in how commercial fishing boats get regulated. The state's Game and Fish Department recently got a thumbs-up from its Commercial Fishing Boat Advisory Board on a set of update
Are E-Bikes Killing the Hunt?
In the vast open spaces of Wyoming, where the real thrill of hunting comes from earning every step into the wild, things are changing fast. For years, guys headed out with sturdy boots pounding the dirt or a reliable horse carrying the load. Then regular mountain bikes started showing up, making t
