Saturday, November 22, 2008
Dennis Anderson, columnist
It's that time of year when it's fight to the death
When bucks have the urge to breed during their rutting period, there often is no backing down.
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I was planning on hunting a little while longer this morning (Friday) but by 10 am we had a pair of birds to bring home so I can't complain. |
Economy not affecting Wis. hunting license sales
With two days to go before Wisconsin's deer hunt begins, license sales were on track to equal those sold a year ago, despite the sour economy, the state Department of Natural Resources said Thursday.
A Minnehaha makeover
A public ceremonywill kick off the restoration of Minnehaha Park, pushed to top priority by a flood in 2005.
Parvovirus killing Minnesota wolf pups
A new study by Minnesota researchers suggests that the virus has stalled the growth of the gray wolf in the state because the disease hits the young hardest.
Readers' deer tales
Great deer hunts, lifetime memories
Nearly 500,000 Minnesota deer hunters went afield this fall. And every one has a tale to tell. Here is a sampling from season 2008.
Photo right: Three generations
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The federal duck stamp contest
The Federal Duck Stamp Contest, held in Bloomington this year, had 270 pieces of art from artists around the nation. This year's winner is Joshua Spies from Watertown, SD.
Duck hunting tradition
Generations of the Strand family, since the early 50s, have gone duck hunting at Stoney Lake. Eight members were present for this year's duck opener.
Bullet testing
The Minnesota DNR is conducting ballistic tests of various bullets in light of the discovery of lead fragments in venison this spring.
Dog training with Dennis Anderson
Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson demonstrates some techniques for training a dog for hunting.
Planing boards: A unique way to fish walleye
Outdoor columnist Dennis Anderson hits the water with Gary Gehrman, co-inventor of the 'Rover' planing board.
Spring bow hunting for turkeys
Dennis Anderson goes bow hunting for turkeys and discovers some ups and downs.
A chat with fly fishing expert Bob Nasby
Dennis Anderson discusses the art of fly fishing with expert Bob Nasby.
A Minnesota moment: Fishing opener
Greg Fisher, co-owner of Vados Bait & Tackle in Spring Lake Park, is steeped in the tradition of the Minnesota fishing opener.
Fishing: Getting started
Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson and Josh Stevenson, of Blue Ribbon Bait and Tackle, demonstrate a simple way to get started fishing.
Fishing: A guide to jigs
Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson and Josh Stevenson, owner of Blue Ribbon Bait and Tackle, discuss the many different types of jigs available and intended uses.
Fishing: A guide to crank baits
Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson and Josh Stevenson, owner of Blue Ribbon Bait and Tackle, discuss the many types and uses for crank baits.
Fishing: Choosing the proper line
Outdoors columnist Dennis Anderson and Josh Stevenson, owner of Blue Ribbon Bait and Tackle, demonstrate choosing the proper line.
I was planning on hunting a little while longer this morning (Friday) but by 10 am we had a pair of birds to bring home so I can't complain.
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