A federally protected Mexican wolf was found dead northwest of Flagstaff, Arizona on November 7, 2024. Female Mexican wolf 2979 (F2979) was found dead in the vicinity of Forest Service Road 2058 and East Spring Valley Road. The incident is […]
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There is no better feeling than watching a younger hunter bag their first big game animal. Whether it is a deer, hog or bear watching them take the shot and seeing the sheer excitement on their faces when they put
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On November 1, 2024, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in partnership with Grand Teton National Park, honored the legacy of grizzly bear #399 by returning her ashes to the Pilgrim Creek area of the park, where she spent much
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A Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agent cited a subject for alleged hunter harassment on Oct. 28 in Vermilion Parish. Agents received a complaint on Oct. 24 from a resident of Gueydan about his neighbor shooting a shotgun
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At its Nov. 7 meeting in Corpus Christi, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission (TPW) adopted Cultivated Oyster Mariculture (COM) rule changes to clarify and refine current program rules. The commission also voted to temporarily close two oyster restoration areas
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The Blazer Dog Feeder was designed and built for indoor or outdoor use. The large 40 lb. capacity hopper doubles as a feed storage container – simply empty the entire bag into the feeder and let Blazer do the rest.
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If you target redfish, chances are you already know that riprap can be an an excellent area to find them. All riprap, however, is not created equal. The next time you’re looking at miles and miles of rock-covered shoreline or
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Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) and several partners are collaborating on new research to address a suspected toxin affecting multiple Florida Keys fish species with abnormal “spinning” behaviors. The inter-institutional study is funded by $1.75 million that was awarded to
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Colorado’s Proposition 127, which would have banned hunting mountain lions, bobcats, and lynx, failed at the ballot box. The Wild Sheep Foundation applauds the efforts of all those who stepped up and supported those who worked tirelessly to defeat this
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Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) enforcement agents cited an Arkansas man for alleged contest fraud on Nov. 1 in Morehouse Parish. Agents cited Andrew Riels, 27, of Crossett, Ark., for hunting contest fraud and violating interstate commerce regulations.
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The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has announced the finalization of 52 new distinct hunting and sport fishing opportunities on approximately 211,000 acres nationwide in the National Wildlife Refuge System. Twelve national wildlife refuges, managed by the Service, are opening
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A recent episode of the Dark Outdoors podcast sponsored by Texas Fish & Game got a big response from Texas outdoors lovers with several interesting notes sent by listeners. So, I am using this to solicit similar reports if they
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Okuma, a renowned leader in the fishing tackle industry, is proud to unveil the all-new X-Series Low-Profile baitcast reel. Crafted with a diecast aluminum frame, the all-new X-Series baitcast reel ensures maximum rigidity and performance on the water. Its C-40X
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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) would like to remind waterfowl hunters that the harvest of mottled ducks is prohibited in the first 15 days of the regular duck season in both the East and West zones. In
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Whitetail movement increasing after cold fronts is a commonly held belief among hunters. But according to Ken Swenson of Swenson Whitetail Ranch, he sees something different. He raised trophy whitetails for years and had some interesting observations. “Our deer absolutely increased their eating
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Professional bass fishing will never be the same. Ever. That’s a huge statement. In this case, it’s true. B.A.S.S. just announced that the Bassmaster Elite Series, heading into its 20th season, will no longer require entry fees. Yes, you heard
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The Department of the Interior’s U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Parks Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada and Mexico’s Secretariat of Environment and Natural Resources recently signed a new agreement to strengthen cooperation and coordination for the conservation of the American bison
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) encourages hunters to take responsible action in their critical role in protecting waterfowl habitats and the lakes we love from the spread of aquatic invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels. Hunters
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The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announces the winners of this year’s Big Time Texas Hunts (BTTH). TPWD has notified the 14 winners of their random selection from the pool of 154,032 entries, which raised more than $1.39 million to support wildlife research,
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For years I have heard about strange whitetail deer that have a blue tint to their coats. My father even reported seeing some of these deer on a hunting lease near Cherokee, TX in the mid 1970s. This of course
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