As the geese came off Lake Oahe, coming over the bluff, one of our hunters started flagging. I couldn’t believe it as they were so far away, I had trouble seeing them with binoculars, It didn’t take long doe the entire flock to turn and come our way. (Contributed...
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Prepare Now for Ice Fishing season BY LARRY MYHRE
There’s a modern day ice fishing revolution going on right now. Vastly improved tackle, lures, ice houses, electronics, underwater cameras and new techniques are just part of the remake of this old sport. And the man responsible for much of it is Dave Genz, pictured...
By thinning out the Predators We’re helping the Wildlife By gary Howey
When fur prices were decent, many trappers and hunters, spent time in the field hunting and trapping predators, like authors son, Paul Howey who helped his dad remove this coyote from the predator population. (Gary Howey Photo) Upland game populations, like other...
Outdoor Edge-Pronghorn or Deer Steak & Peach Salad By Jeff Benda
INGREDIENTS 1 pound antelope (or deer) steak, trimmed of silver skin and cut into 2-inch strips. 2...
Are you Prepared for Deer Season? gary Howey
Mineral licks, like this RAK lick, if placed in areas deer travel, can help create a healthy herd. This buck hit this lick several times a week and before it could be refreshed, goes deep in the ground to get the minerals it’s needing to grow to its full...
More anglers should embrace ‘Do it yourself’ By Larry Myhre
I got an outdoors catalogue in the mail the other day. Right at the top of the front cover in bold letters were the words, “DO IT YOURSELF.” That kind of took me aback for a little bit. You see, I don’t think many outdoorsmen make much of anything anymore....
Pheasant Season By gary Howey
The Aberdeen area of South Dakota has always been good pheasant hunting as the CRP, sloughs and tree belt provide perfect habitat for pheasants. (Photo by Casey Weismantel) You can feel it in the air, see it as the trees begin to change color and lose their leaves,...
Tree Stand Safety By the MN. DNR
Types of Tree Stands The following is a description of some of the more well known types of tree stands: Fixed position stands – these stands are designed to be placed on a tree trunk and remain secured in that spot. Vertical ladder stands – this type of stand...