Recent Rules Articles

What’s Putting U.S. Hunting at Risk Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva Hunting’s been a way of life for a lot of us, a tradition that goes bac

In the middle of a government shutdown that's left national parks shuttered and folks scrambling without basic services, President Donald Trump has made a call that's got hunters breathing a sigh of relief. His administration has quietly told the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to keep the gates ope

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

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

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

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

In the heart of Europe, a quiet revolution is reshaping the world of hunting. Denmark, a small nation with a big hunting culture, made history in April 2024 by becoming the first country to fully ban lead-containing ammunition for hunting. This bold move is more than a policy shift—it’s a wake-up

The recent changes to Germany’s hunting laws have sparked heated debate, with many worried that the new rules are doing more harm than good to the country’s wildlife. The Federal Cabinet’s amendment aims to standardize hunting training across the nation, cut down on toxic lead ammunition, and intr

In a bold move to protect wildlife and human health, officials in England, Scotland, and Wales have announced a ban on lead ammunition, set to take effect after a three-year phase-out starting in 2026. This decision, led by Environmental Minister Emma Hardy, accelerates an earlier plan for a five-

As the 2025 hunting season approaches in Oklahoma, hunters and outdoor enthusiasts are gearing up for changes that will impact how they pursue game and explore the state’s natural resources. Starting November 1, 2025, a series of new laws passed by the Oklahoma state Legislature will introduce upd