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Hunter Recruitment Efforts Are Falling Flat. Why Don’t We Concentrate on New Shooters Instead?

Conservation

Hunter Recruitment Efforts Are Falling Flat. Why Don’t We Concentrate on New Shooters Instead? Hunter Recruitment Efforts Are Falling Flat. Why Don’t We Concentrate on New Shooters Instead?

By: Andrew McKean

Poachers Posed as Photographers, Hikers in ‘Elaborate Scheme’ to Kill Big Urban Bucks

Conservation

Poachers Posed as Photographers, Hikers in ‘Elaborate Scheme’ to Kill Big Urban Bucks Poachers Posed as Photographers, Hikers in ‘Elaborate Scheme’ to Kill Big Urban Bucks

North Dakota Saw a Record Number of Canada Geese This Winter

Conservation

North Dakota Saw a Record Number of Canada Geese This Winter North Dakota Saw a Record Number of Canada Geese This Winter

By: Dac Collins

Watch: Alligator Frozen Stiff in Icy Pond Isn’t Dead. It’s Just Brumating

Conservation

Watch: Alligator Frozen Stiff in Icy Pond Isn’t Dead. It’s Just Brumating Watch: Alligator Frozen Stiff in Icy Pond Isn’t Dead. It’s Just Brumating

BHA Became a Powerful Public Lands Org Thanks to ‘Grassroots Badassery.’ Now It’s at a Tipping Point, and the New CEO Wants to Get Its Mojo Back

Conservation

BHA Became a Powerful Public Lands Org Thanks to ‘Grassroots Badassery.’ Now It’s at a Tipping Point, and the New CEO Wants to Get Its Mojo Back BHA Became a Powerful Public Lands Org Thanks to ‘Grassroots Badassery.’ Now It’s at a Tipping Point, and the New CEO Wants to Get Its Mojo Back

By: Andrew McKean

Welcome to the New, Uncertain Era of DIY Sheep Hunting

Big Game Hunting

Welcome to the New, Uncertain Era of DIY Sheep Hunting Welcome to the New, Uncertain Era of DIY Sheep Hunting

By: Tyler Freel

After 31 Years, Feds Move Ahead with Plans to Introduce Grizzlies to Bitterroot Mountains

Conservation

After 31 Years, Feds Move Ahead with Plans to Introduce Grizzlies to Bitterroot Mountains After 31 Years, Feds Move Ahead with Plans to Introduce Grizzlies to Bitterroot Mountains

The Largest Dam Removal in U.S. History Is Underway

Conservation

The Largest Dam Removal in U.S. History Is Underway The Largest Dam Removal in U.S. History Is Underway

By: Dac Collins

Colorado Cancels April Mountain Lion Season Amid Anti-Hunting Opposition

Big Game Hunting

Colorado Cancels April Mountain Lion Season Amid Anti-Hunting Opposition Colorado Cancels April Mountain Lion Season Amid Anti-Hunting Opposition

By: Dac Collins

Poachers Who Shot 100-Plus Wood Ducks Over Bait Get Caught After Posting to Social Media

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Poachers Who Shot 100-Plus Wood Ducks Over Bait Get Caught After Posting to Social Media Poachers Who Shot 100-Plus Wood Ducks Over Bait Get Caught After Posting to Social Media

Watch: Michigan Cougar Kills a Deer in Rare Trail Cam Footage

Conservation

Watch: Michigan Cougar Kills a Deer in Rare Trail Cam Footage Watch: Michigan Cougar Kills a Deer in Rare Trail Cam Footage

By: Dac Collins

How Fish Create “Countries” in River Systems

Conservation

How Fish Create “Countries” in River Systems How Fish Create “Countries” in River Systems

By: Joe Cermele

Kentucky Lawmaker Wants to Legalize Killing Hawks Because One Snatched His Constituent’s Cat

Conservation

Kentucky Lawmaker Wants to Legalize Killing Hawks Because One Snatched His Constituent’s Cat Kentucky Lawmaker Wants to Legalize Killing Hawks Because One Snatched His Constituent’s Cat

A Polar Bear Died from Bird Flu in Alaska

Conservation

A Polar Bear Died from Bird Flu in Alaska A Polar Bear Died from Bird Flu in Alaska

Some Dude Named Steven Says We Should Feed Lake Tahoe’s ‘Suffering’ Bears. That’s a Terrible Idea

Conservation

Some Dude Named Steven Says We Should Feed Lake Tahoe’s ‘Suffering’ Bears. That’s a Terrible Idea Some Dude Named Steven Says We Should Feed Lake Tahoe’s ‘Suffering’ Bears. That’s a Terrible Idea

By: Dac Collins

Watch: Rare Trail Cam Footage Shows New Jaguar in Arizona

Conservation

Watch: Rare Trail Cam Footage Shows New Jaguar in Arizona Watch: Rare Trail Cam Footage Shows New Jaguar in Arizona

Deep-Sea Expedition Turns Up Ancient Megalodon Tooth in Historic Discovery

Conservation

Deep-Sea Expedition Turns Up Ancient Megalodon Tooth in Historic Discovery Deep-Sea Expedition Turns Up Ancient Megalodon Tooth in Historic Discovery

Chronic Wasting Disease Has Been Detected in Yellowstone. That Could Be a Good Thing

Conservation

Chronic Wasting Disease Has Been Detected in Yellowstone. That Could Be a Good Thing Chronic Wasting Disease Has Been Detected in Yellowstone. That Could Be a Good Thing

Proposals Would Close Non-Resident Caribou Hunting in Northwest Alaska

Conservation

Proposals Would Close Non-Resident Caribou Hunting in Northwest Alaska Proposals Would Close Non-Resident Caribou Hunting in Northwest Alaska

By: Tyler Freel

Watch: Garbage Truck Driver Chases Moose, Gets Canned

Conservation

Watch: Garbage Truck Driver Chases Moose, Gets Canned Watch: Garbage Truck Driver Chases Moose, Gets Canned

By: Dac Collins

Watch: Buck with Massive Lump on Its Chest Struggles to Walk

Conservation

Watch: Buck with Massive Lump on Its Chest Struggles to Walk Watch: Buck with Massive Lump on Its Chest Struggles to Walk

CJ Alexander, the Hunter Who Killed a Potentially Record-Breaking Buck in Ohio, Is Now Under Investigation

Big Game Hunting

CJ Alexander, the Hunter Who Killed a Potentially Record-Breaking Buck in Ohio, Is Now Under Investigation CJ Alexander, the Hunter Who Killed a Potentially Record-Breaking Buck in Ohio, Is Now Under Investigation

By: Hayden Sammak

Watch: Net-Wielding Thief Steals Live Tarpon from Indoor Pond at Bass Pro Shops

Conservation

Watch: Net-Wielding Thief Steals Live Tarpon from Indoor Pond at Bass Pro Shops Watch: Net-Wielding Thief Steals Live Tarpon from Indoor Pond at Bass Pro Shops

By: Bob McNally

New ‘Elk Rent’ Program to Pay Ranchers Each Day Herds Are on Their Land

Big Game Hunting

New ‘Elk Rent’ Program to Pay Ranchers Each Day Herds Are on Their Land New ‘Elk Rent’ Program to Pay Ranchers Each Day Herds Are on Their Land

By: Andrew McKean

Game Warden Discovers 172 Illegally-Dumped Deer Legs, Guts, and Trash

Conservation

Game Warden Discovers 172 Illegally-Dumped Deer Legs, Guts, and Trash Game Warden Discovers 172 Illegally-Dumped Deer Legs, Guts, and Trash

Mallard Numbers Have Declined Nationally. New Hen House Bill Aims to Help

Conservation

Mallard Numbers Have Declined Nationally. New Hen House Bill Aims to Help Mallard Numbers Have Declined Nationally. New Hen House Bill Aims to Help

By: Andrew McKean

Watch: 5 Wolves Released into Colorado Reintroduction Area

Conservation

Watch: 5 Wolves Released into Colorado Reintroduction Area Watch: 5 Wolves Released into Colorado Reintroduction Area

Biden Takes Steps Toward Breaching Four Snake River Dams

Conservation

Biden Takes Steps Toward Breaching Four Snake River Dams Biden Takes Steps Toward Breaching Four Snake River Dams

By: Dac Collins

Drive-By Shooter Cited for Firing Rifle into Decoy Spread

Conservation

Drive-By Shooter Cited for Firing Rifle into Decoy Spread Drive-By Shooter Cited for Firing Rifle into Decoy Spread

By: Dac Collins

Proposal to Auction Land Inside Grand Teton National Park Tabled Until Fall 2024

Conservation

Proposal to Auction Land Inside Grand Teton National Park Tabled Until Fall 2024 Proposal to Auction Land Inside Grand Teton National Park Tabled Until Fall 2024

Feds Plan to Spend $350 Million on Wildlife Crossings. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg Tells Us Why

Conservation

Feds Plan to Spend $350 Million on Wildlife Crossings. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg Tells Us Why Feds Plan to Spend $350 Million on Wildlife Crossings. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg Tells Us Why

By: Dac Collins

Surprise Ballot Initiative Would Allow Montana Landowners to Hunt Big Game Without Permits

Conservation

Surprise Ballot Initiative Would Allow Montana Landowners to Hunt Big Game Without Permits Surprise Ballot Initiative Would Allow Montana Landowners to Hunt Big Game Without Permits

By: Andrew McKean

Breach or Die: It’s Time to Free the Lower Snake River and Save Idaho’s Wild Salmon

Climate & Environment

Breach or Die: It’s Time to Free the Lower Snake River and Save Idaho’s Wild Salmon Breach or Die: It’s Time to Free the Lower Snake River and Save Idaho’s Wild Salmon

By: Dac Collins

Conservation vs Preservation: What’s the Difference?

Conservation

Conservation vs Preservation: What’s the Difference? Conservation vs Preservation: What’s the Difference?

Wolverines Listed as ‘Threatened’ Under the Endangered Species Act

Conservation

Wolverines Listed as ‘Threatened’ Under the Endangered Species Act Wolverines Listed as ‘Threatened’ Under the Endangered Species Act

Influencer ‘Mr. Adventure’ Accused of Faking Yukon Residency, Killing Bears Illegally

Conservation

Influencer ‘Mr. Adventure’ Accused of Faking Yukon Residency, Killing Bears Illegally Influencer ‘Mr. Adventure’ Accused of Faking Yukon Residency, Killing Bears Illegally

By: Dac Collins

Podcast: Here’s Why Hunters Need Help from Birders, Backpackers, and Dog-Walkers

Conservation

Podcast: Here’s Why Hunters Need Help from Birders, Backpackers, and Dog-Walkers Podcast: Here’s Why Hunters Need Help from Birders, Backpackers, and Dog-Walkers

By: Andrew McKean

This Bill Would Digitize Mapping Data for America’s Waterways

Conservation

This Bill Would Digitize Mapping Data for America’s Waterways This Bill Would Digitize Mapping Data for America’s Waterways

By: Andrew McKean

What Happens When Anti-Hunters Join a State Game Commission and Take Charge of Hunting Seasons

Conservation

What Happens When Anti-Hunters Join a State Game Commission and Take Charge of Hunting Seasons What Happens When Anti-Hunters Join a State Game Commission and Take Charge of Hunting Seasons

By: Andrew McKean

Watch: Golfer Spanks Fighting Buck on a Dare

Big Game Hunting

Watch: Golfer Spanks Fighting Buck on a Dare Watch: Golfer Spanks Fighting Buck on a Dare

By: Dac Collins

First Case of CWD Confirmed in Yellowstone National Park

Conservation

First Case of CWD Confirmed in Yellowstone National Park First Case of CWD Confirmed in Yellowstone National Park

New Acquisition Connects Huge Network of Public Land Larger than Yellowstone National Park

Conservation

New Acquisition Connects Huge Network of Public Land Larger than Yellowstone National Park New Acquisition Connects Huge Network of Public Land Larger than Yellowstone National Park

By: Dac Collins

2 Bighorn Sheep Beheaded and Left to Rot in Canadian National Park

Conservation

2 Bighorn Sheep Beheaded and Left to Rot in Canadian National Park 2 Bighorn Sheep Beheaded and Left to Rot in Canadian National Park

By: Dac Collins

Are Animal-Rights Activists Hijacking Our Wildlife Commissions?

Conservation

Are Animal-Rights Activists Hijacking Our Wildlife Commissions? Are Animal-Rights Activists Hijacking Our Wildlife Commissions?

By: Andrew McKean

Watch: Front Yard Moose Brawl Ends with Broken Fence, Major Damage

Conservation

Watch: Front Yard Moose Brawl Ends with Broken Fence, Major Damage Watch: Front Yard Moose Brawl Ends with Broken Fence, Major Damage

By: Dac Collins

Washington State Lost Its Spring Bear Hunt to Political Overreach—And It’s Just the Beginning

Bear Hunting

Washington State Lost Its Spring Bear Hunt to Political Overreach—And It’s Just the Beginning Washington State Lost Its Spring Bear Hunt to Political Overreach—And It’s Just the Beginning

This New Bill Would Shorten the Suppressor Waiting Period to 90 Days

Conservation

This New Bill Would Shorten the Suppressor Waiting Period to 90 Days This New Bill Would Shorten the Suppressor Waiting Period to 90 Days

By: Andrew McKean

As Colorado Prepares to Receive Wolves from Oregon, Feds Dub the Population ‘Experimental’

Conservation

As Colorado Prepares to Receive Wolves from Oregon, Feds Dub the Population ‘Experimental’ As Colorado Prepares to Receive Wolves from Oregon, Feds Dub the Population ‘Experimental’

Montana Is on the Brink of Destroying One of Its Most Successful Conservation Programs

Conservation

Montana Is on the Brink of Destroying One of Its Most Successful Conservation Programs Montana Is on the Brink of Destroying One of Its Most Successful Conservation Programs

By: Andrew McKean

“I’d Have to Bury You Out Here.” The New Mexico Stream Access Battle Is Far From Over

Conservation

“I’d Have to Bury You Out Here.” The New Mexico Stream Access Battle Is Far From Over “I’d Have to Bury You Out Here.” The New Mexico Stream Access Battle Is Far From Over

By: Dac Collins

Can Wildlife and Clean Energy Coexist in the West?

Climate & Environment

Can Wildlife and Clean Energy Coexist in the West? Can Wildlife and Clean Energy Coexist in the West?

What Happens to Duck Hunting When the Great Salt Lake Dries Up?

Climate & Environment

What Happens to Duck Hunting When the Great Salt Lake Dries Up? What Happens to Duck Hunting When the Great Salt Lake Dries Up?

Hunting the Invasive Iguanas of Puerto Rico

Conservation

Hunting the Invasive Iguanas of Puerto Rico Hunting the Invasive Iguanas of Puerto Rico

By: Andrew McKean

Don’t Hunt (or Kill Game) If Your Heart Isn’t in It

Big Game Hunting

Don’t Hunt (or Kill Game) If Your Heart Isn’t in It Don’t Hunt (or Kill Game) If Your Heart Isn’t in It

By: Alex Robinson

In the War Against CWD, Deer Breeders in Texas Are Being Cast as Both the Enemy and the Answer

Big Game Hunting

In the War Against CWD, Deer Breeders in Texas Are Being Cast as Both the Enemy and the Answer In the War Against CWD, Deer Breeders in Texas Are Being Cast as Both the Enemy and the Answer

By: Dac Collins

Behind the Scenes of Skulls Unlimited, a World-Class Taxidermy Shop

Conservation

Behind the Scenes of Skulls Unlimited, a World-Class Taxidermy Shop Behind the Scenes of Skulls Unlimited, a World-Class Taxidermy Shop

Story by Steve Wagner, Photographs by Jeff Wilson

Where Do All the Problem Bears Go?

Bear Hunting

Where Do All the Problem Bears Go? Where Do All the Problem Bears Go?

By: Christine Peterson

Adventures of a Wild Horse Bounty Hunter, From the Archives

Conservation

Adventures of a Wild Horse Bounty Hunter, From the Archives Adventures of a Wild Horse Bounty Hunter, From the Archives

By: I.P. Calliston

Wild Game Power Rankings: What Species Have the Best Shot at Surviving Climate Change?

Climate & Environment

Wild Game Power Rankings: What Species Have the Best Shot at Surviving Climate Change? Wild Game Power Rankings: What Species Have the Best Shot at Surviving Climate Change?

By: Christine Peterson

Colorado Sportsmen Fight Back Against Proposed Mountain Lion and Bobcat Hunting Ban

Conservation

Colorado Sportsmen Fight Back Against Proposed Mountain Lion and Bobcat Hunting Ban Colorado Sportsmen Fight Back Against Proposed Mountain Lion and Bobcat Hunting Ban

By: Andrew McKean

This Old-School Duck Slayer Is Opening New Hunting Opportunities Around the World for Americans

Conservation

This Old-School Duck Slayer Is Opening New Hunting Opportunities Around the World for Americans This Old-School Duck Slayer Is Opening New Hunting Opportunities Around the World for Americans

By: Alex Robinson

The Godfather of Montana’s Bighorn River

Conservation

The Godfather of Montana’s Bighorn River The Godfather of Montana’s Bighorn River

By: John B. Snow

Hunting Nutria with the Rat Pack in Louisiana

Conservation

Hunting Nutria with the Rat Pack in Louisiana Hunting Nutria with the Rat Pack in Louisiana

By: Gerry Bethge

Deer Attacked 3 Dog Owners in the Same Canadian Town Last Week

Animal Attacks

Deer Attacked 3 Dog Owners in the Same Canadian Town Last Week Deer Attacked 3 Dog Owners in the Same Canadian Town Last Week

By: Dac Collins

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