by Gary Howey | Nov 14, 2021 | "Of the Outdoors" Columns
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...
by Gary Howey | Dec 6, 2019 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
Years ago, my son Paul and I trapped together, even when there was abundant habitat; we did our best to eliminate as many predators as possible, hoping we were helping the area wildlife. Now, that we have a little habitat, we’re seeing more pheasants...
by Gary Howey | Apr 2, 2019 | Gary’s Thoughts from the Field
Our outdoor resources in South Dakota are second to none. Governor Noem is committed to continue our state’s proud outdoor heritage and as part of her Second Century Initiative, she has created the Nest Predator Bounty Program to help nesting birds such as pheasants...