OUTDOORS

Outdoors - Turtles: A get rich quick scheme

   After my column about catching snapping turtles appeared in newspapers around the country, I was inundated with information, on which I was so sorely lacking. 

Ruffed grouse counts up unexpectedly from last year

   Minnesota’s ruffed grouse spring population counts are up from last year, which was not expected during the current declining phase of the 10-year cycle — a pattern recorded for 72 years.

Be bear-wise this summer while recreating outdoors

   The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds hikers, campers and others recreating outdoors to be aware of bears and learn how to prevent conflicts.

Outdoors - The selfie stick

   For those who do not know, a selfie stick is an extension for a camera that puts it farther away from the person taking a picture of themselves.

Outdoors - That smell

   Our grandson, Zane stopped by on Saturday morning. I was busily drinking coffee on the porch while my wife was in her recliner inside.

Take the pledge to prevent aquatic invasive species spread

   Heading into the summer recreation season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is rolling out a new online pledge to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.

City of Remer hosts trapshooting tournament July 2

   The City of Remer will host a trapshooting tournament July 2 at the Remer Gun Club. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and shooting will kick off at 9.

Minnesota’s draft wolf plan update is ready for public view

   The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources welcomes comments through  4:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8

MDHA Lakes and Pines chapter offers youth scholarships

   Do you have a youth age 11-16 that would like to learn more about the outdoors? The Lakes and Pines Chapter of the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association is offering scholarships to Forkhorn camps scheduled at Deep Portage Conservation Reserve.

Anglers encouraged to “Get the Lead Out”

   Anglers, please get the lead out - of your fishing tackle boxes, that is.

Outdoors - Safe at home

   I have noticed a change in wildlife activity during the past couple of months.

DNR offers advice for dealing with storm damaged trees

   Cleanup following a storm can be an overwhelming task for homeowners. 

DNR urges people to leave dear fawns alone

   The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources asks that people avoid disturbing or touching deer fawns, which are born around this time of year.

Outdoors - Last call

   Last night, I let the dogs out for their last opportunity to do whatever they needed to do before bedtime.

Outdoors - Turkeys can be stupid

   When a person in sitting in the woods in the wee hours of the morning, waiting for the sun to rise, the turkeys gobbling from nearby trees seem very intelligent. 
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