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Dennis Anderson has been a Star Tribune outdoors columnist since 1993, before which, for 13 years, he held the same position at the Pioneer Press. He enjoys casting and shooting. Dogs, too, and horses. Also kids and, occasionally, crusading in his column for improved conservation, in Minnesota and nationally.

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Tougher penalties are the only answer to deer poaching

When — and if — Minnesota gets tough with poachers, and sends them to jail, you'll know the state finally wants to stop illegal deer killing. More…

Some divers move into Minnesota, about on schedule

Canvasbacks, redheads, bluebills and other divers are working their way through the state. More…

Thirty-two point buck downed in Ripley hunt by South Haven, Minn., archer

Huge buck is the third that Scott O'Konek has mounted in four years. More…

Keeping your guns clean is always a good idea.

Semi-autos in particular tend to jam when they aren't broken down and cleaned regularly More…

Protecting mallard hens, shortened shooting hours help Minnesota greenheads

Often misunderstood, the 4 p.m. closing and other restrictions are intended to benefit the state's waterfowl More…

Thinking ducks, duck boats and banded waterfowl as Minnesota's duck opener nears

Anticipation is nearly as enjoyable as the actual first day of hunting. More…

DNR fisheries chief Ron Payer to retire Nov. 2 after 11-year stint in top job

Thirty-two year veteran surprises many within the agency with his announcement. More…

Another big bear taken, this time by a 12-year-old hunter

Bear hunting over bait or with dogs - both seem to generate controversy. More…

Huge, 658 pound black bear shot by Wisconsin school teacher

Bear will probably be the biggest shot either in Minnesota or Wisconsin this year More…

DNR sets fall waterfowl seasons. Wood duck limit to stay at two.

The big question was whether the DNR would take the three-daily wood duck limit offered by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. All other states in the Mississippi Flyway did that a year ago, and no doubt will again this year. More…

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