Local
DNR: Wisconsin kids shot more than 40 deer, 1 horse
Two groups of juveniles from Clark County are responsible for fatally shooting more than 40 deer and a horse which the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources said were "thrill kills."
Outdoors
Bull elk is second-largest on record taken in Minnesota
The 7-by-8 rack with a gross score of 380 and a net score of a little more than 367 is now the second-largest Minnesota elk scored for the Boone and Crockett conservation club.
Outdoors
Anderson: A day afield with sharpshooting Delaney a brush with greatness
Loral I Delaney remains colorful and has a remarkable history as a dog trainer and expert shot.
Outdoors
3 Minnesotans to show off their chops at world axe-throwing championships
Thanks to this fast growing sport, axe throwing isn't just for lumberjacks anymore.
Outdoors
Eating and storing food are a squirrel's life in late autumn
Acorns, hickory nuts, black walnuts, butternuts, and maple seeds supply much of the gray squirrels diet from late summer to the following spring.
Outdoors
Getting a handle on axe throwing: a primer
Handles are limited to 19 inches, blades to four inches and three pounds.
Outdoors
Cabin on Lake of the Woods is a reach that's well worth it
Many friends have asked why we have a cabin so far away, but once they get there, they understand that Flag Island is a special place.
Outdoors
Ron Lindner, who founded a family fishing empire, dies at 86
Lindner, of Brainerd, described himself as a daydreamer but worked obsessively as a salesman, fishing guide, inventor, educator, storyteller, outdoors pioneer and ambassador.
Local
DNR turns to helicopters for restocking fish in remote lakes
The DNR used to drop trout from planes, but recently tried using a helicopter with more success.
Outdoors
Death in the BWCA: Absence on holiday is a piercing reminder
Twenty nine-year-old Billy Cameron was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed visiting Minnesota's North Woods. But an outing last May proved tragic, and the details surrounding his death might give pause to even the most avid paddlers.
Variety
More hunters afield, more deer taken in Wisconsin this fall
More Wisconsin hunters took to the field this fall, and they brought home more deer during the just-completed gun season.
Local
Minnesota ski resorts anticipate blockbuster year
Ski resort operators across the state say guests will notice some COVID-related changes, mostly to ensure social distancing while ticketing and during lessons.
Outdoors
Anderson: As times change, hunting cohort needs women
A review of current Minnesota deer license sales underscores that girls show a strong interest in hunting relative to boys. But many men return to hunting as they grow older, while many women seemingly don't.
Curious Minnesota
Why is Minnesota the only mainland state with an abundance of wolves?
In October, federal wildlife officials announced they were delisting the wolf, removing endangered species protections.
Outdoors
Canadians warned: Don't let moose lick your car
The sign caught the imagination of the internet and led to a number of questions, including this one: "Exactly how would you stop them?"
Outdoors
Anderson: Pair out to catch all 50 state fish make quick work of channel catfish
After success in Iowa, Luke Konson and Daniel Balserak made quick work of Nebraska, Kansas and Missouri. Using raw chicken for bait, they landed channel cats in each state
Outdoors
Naturalist's data shows Minnesota lakes freeze later than they did 50 years ago
The freeze-up dates for our Minnesota lakes are nearly impossible to predict because changing weather patterns feature warm and cold spells.
Outdoors
Minnesota license sales show more are poised to join muzzleloader hunt
According to license sales data kept by the Department of Natural Resources, 20% more residents are poised to join the muzzleloader hunt this year than in 2019.
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