Recent Rules Articles

The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners is preparing for what could be one of the most significant changes to the state's hunting calendar in years. At their upcoming January meeting, commissioners will weigh two competing proposals that would fundamentally alter when thousands of hunters take

The Department of the Interior just changed the way millions of acres of public land work for hunters and fishermen. Instead of asking permission to access certain areas, land managers now have to explain why you can't go there. Secretary Doug Burgum rolled out Secretarial Order 3447, which fli

The Idaho Legislature is preparing to consider sweeping restrictions on advanced technology used for big game hunting, marking one of the most significant regulatory changes to hit the state's hunting community in years. If approved during the 2026 legislative session starting January 12, hunters a

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

For folks who love casting a line in Vermont's clear waters, some big shifts are on the way. Starting right at the stroke of midnight on January 1, 2026, the state's fishing regulations are getting updated in ways that could change how anglers plan their trips and what they bring home. The Vermont

In the crisp days of fall 2024, a tip from an everyday guy who cared about the outdoors set off a major crackdown on wildlife crimes in Tennessee. Game wardens from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, working in Wilson and Rutherford counties, got word about serious poaching happening right al

For generations, guys across Minnesota have headed out to the lakes with rods in hand, chasing that perfect walleye bite. It's more than just a hobby—it's a ritual, from early morning launches on calm waters to swapping stories around the campfire with a fresh catch frying up. But now, the state's

In the crisp woods of Michigan, where generations of hunters have chased deer and bear through falling leaves and early snow, a quiet change might be coming. The state's Natural Resources Commission is looking at letting hunters ditch the old paper kill tags for a digital version on their phones. I

In the heart of Texas, where fishing has long been a cherished pastime for folks who've spent years casting lines into bays and rivers, a federal rule is stirring up a storm. The ban on using drones to drop bait or help with catching fish isn't some fresh regulation—it's rooted in a law from way ba