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Women’s Outdoor Skills Workshop to be Held in Montrose, Colorado

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Women who are interested in taking up hunting and fishing should sign up for a special upcoming weekend workshop sponsored by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. This women’s-only event will be held June 22-24 at the Jim Olterman/Lone Cone State Wildlife Area in Dolores County. “This is a great event for women who are curious about [...]

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Lifetime Hunting and Fishing Licenses Up for Consideration in Michigan

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If House Bill 5334 is passed into law, Michigan hunters and anglers could purchase individual lifetime licenses for hunting and fishing several different types of species. The proposed lifetime licenses include firearm deer, archery deer, small game, restricted fishing, and all-species fishing. Individual lifetime license fees range from $220 to $285. An all-encompassing lifetime license [...]

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Union Sportsmen’s Alliance and Otis Renew Partnership

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The Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA) is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with Otis Technology, manufacturers of the world’s most advanced gun cleaning systems. This renewal marks the extension of a four year partnership between Otis and North America’s premier hunting, fishing and conservation organization for AFL-CIO Union members and their families. “The [...]

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Video: TV Show Producer Dodges 40 lb. Barracuda

The barracuda is one of the fastest fish in the sea. Fortunately for Kevin Faver, producer of television’s “Tales from the Outdoors,” he is a little faster.
The longtime angler had a close call with a 40-pound barracuda Sunday while fishing …

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Act Now on 2012 Outdoor Adventure Dream Giveaway

The 2012 Outdoor Adventure Dream Giveaway sweepstakes is a nationwide drawing sponsored by the WorldCause Foundation. By making a tax-deductible donation and entering to win one of three incredible prize packages, entrants can financially help the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance protect their rights to hunt, fish and trap. This Giveaway ends May 31, 2012. Act now! [...]

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Realtree, National Hunting and Fishing Day Renew Partnership

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Once again renewing their sponsorship, Realtree will support the National Hunting and Fishing Day. This year, NHFD will take place on September 22, 2012. The sponsorship by Realtree helps support the Wonders of Wildlife museum—the official home of National Hunting and Fishing Day. The Springfield, Mo., facility oversees educational initiatives to help the American public [...]

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Next Meeting of Arizona’s Sportsmen’s Constituent Group is May 8

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The next meeting of the Sportsmen’s Constituent Group (working title at this point) will be held on Tuesday, May 8, 6-9 p.m., at the Arizona Game and Fish Department headquarters at 5000 W. Carefree Highway in Phoenix. Invitations have been sent to those individuals who indicated an interest in participating in the group after the initial [...]

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Minnesota Governor Signs Hunting and Fishing License Fee Increase Bill

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The price of Minnesota hunting and fishing licenses will increase in March 2013 for the first time in 12 years, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) said. On Thursday, May 3, Gov. Mark Dayton signed a House- and Senate-approved bill that, among other things, raises the cost of an annual resident fishing license from [...]

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UK Angler Smashes World Record with 84lb. Carp

Not many women would be comfortable with the world knowing how much she weighs. Then again, not many women can claim to have caught a carp that weighs almost as much as she does. Jo Green can — this week she smashed the world record for a carp c…

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Colorado Women are Invited to Learn Shotgun, Fly-Fishing and Archery Skills

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting  women interested in learning the basics of fly-fishing, shotgun shooting and archery to attend the popular Cast, Blast and Twang seminar to be held in Collbran, Saturday, May 19. Taught by Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers and volunteers, the three-part class is designed specifically for those who have an interest in [...]

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TRCP Donates $10K to Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Sportsmen’s Access

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As part of its efforts to facilitate public opportunities for hunting and angling, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership presented the Wyoming Game & Fish Department a check for $10,000 at the Wyoming Game & Fish Commissioners Meeting last week. The funds will support the state’s Private Lands Public Wildlife Access Program, commonly referred to as [...]

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Minnesota Angler Catches Potential State Record, But Can’t Register it Because of Regulation

Last month Don Mickel, a professional fishing guide, caught a 35.1-inch walleye on the Rainy River in Minnesota. With a 24.25-inch girth, the fish tipped 17.9 pounds on Mickel’s hand scale and he knew he had a potential record in the boat.
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Steam Trains, Bluegrass and Bass

With 8 rivers headwaters here, fed by snowmelt and natural springs, Pocahontas county West Virginia is a fisherman’s paradise. Sporting everything from native brook trout, rainbow trout, brown trout and bass (both smallmouth & largemouth) to …

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Dumb Move of the Week: Kiwi Angler Surfs on Dead Shark

Eddie Bithell didn’t just throw the unwritten rule of treating every animal with respect out the window. He threw it behind a boat and surfed on it.
Bithell and several friends were angling for swordfish in the Western Bay of Plenty off New Zea…

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Indiana DNR Seeks Input on Fish, Hunt, Trap Regulations

The DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife wants to hear your ideas on fishing, hunting and trapping regulations in Indiana, and it doesn’t require attending a meeting to give your input. Call it a “virtual” open house. From May 15 to June 1, the public will be able to use a convenient online form to [...]

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Yamaha Outdoors Sponsoring National Hunting and Fishing Day

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Motorsport Manufacturer icon Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., is sponsoring National Hunting and Fishing Day, the official federal commemoration of hunters, anglers and conservation since Congress established the day in 1972. Each year NHF Day, always takes place on the fourth Saturday in September, which is set for Sept. 22, 2011. The sponsorship by Yamaha supports [...]

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Yamaha Outdoors Sponsoring National Hunting and Fishing Day, April 25

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Motorsport Manufacturer icon Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., is sponsoring National Hunting and Fishing Day, the official federal commemoration of hunters, anglers and conservation since Congress established the day in 1972. Each year NHF Day, always takes place on the fourth Saturday in September, which is set for Sept. 22, 2011. The sponsorship by Yamaha supports [...]

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Take This Poll Now

March Madness might be over but that doesnt mean we can have a little fun in the month of May. In honor of our List Issue, we compiled a list of over 150 items that we loved and hated about the outdoors. So what does this list have to do with March Mad…

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Teen Could Break CO State Record With 31-Pound Striped Bass

A Colorado teenager landed what appears to be the next Colorado state-record striped bass.
Isaac Sprecher, 18, hooked the 31-pound, 8.4-ounce striped bass while fishing with his girlfriend at McIntosh Lake Friday. The fish measured 41 inches long, wit…

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Video: Teens Bait Monster That Chomped on Their Shark

Three teenagers recently got the thrill – or scare depending upon your interpretation – of their life when a leviathan of a shark (or killer whale) attacked a shark one of the boys was reeling in.
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NSSF: Urge Your Legislators to Support S. 1249, S. 2282 and Other Bills Friendly to Target Shooting, Hunting and Conservation

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The Senate Environment and Public Works subcommittee will hold a hearing tomorrow, Tuesday, April 24, at 10:15 a.m., on several bills important to sportsmen and sprotswomen, including NSSF’s priority this legislative session–S. 1249, the Target Practice and Marksmanship Training Support Act. The bill, introduced by Senator Mark Udall (D-CO), would allow states to expand their [...]

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Oklahoma Angler Catches 8-Pound State Record Smallmouth Bass

Ryan Wasser broke the Oklahoma smallmouth bass record when he pulled an 8-pound, 7-ounce smallie from Lake Lawtonka earlier this month. Wasser, a resident of Pocasset, told Tulsa World he knew the 23 1/8 inch long with an 18 inch girth fish was a rec…

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Should Fish and Game Agencies Change Opening Day Dates Because of Weather?

In Minnesota, Christmas takes a back seat for the opening day of walleye season. Along with hockey, Prince and hotdish, walleyes are one of the North Star State’s most precious commodities.
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Historic Auction to Feature Hunting and Fishing Gear of Legendary Red Sox Player Ted Williams

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Fans of baseball and the outdoors have an incredible chance to remember legendary Red Sox player Ted Williams on Saturday, April 28th at Fenway Park in Boston. Hunt Auctions will be hosting a historic auction of Ted Williams’ belongings, scheduled to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Williams’ death and the 100th anniversary of Fenway [...]

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Commercial Fishermen Accidentally Net 2,000-Pound Great White Shark

A great white shark of nightmare proportions was accidentally netted in the Sea of Cortez Sunday by two commercial fishermen. The kraken measured almost 20 feet in length and weighed around 2,000 pounds. The two fishermen, identified by Pisces Sp…

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Bushnell Plans to Acquire Primos Hunting

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Bushnell plans to make a landmark acquisition that will further expand the company’s reach in the outdoor market. In the next 30 days, Bushnell plans to acquire Primos Hunting, the makers of an expansive range of quality hunting products. Primos is well known for its game calls,  blinds, scents and attractants, knives, hunting apparel and [...]

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House Passes Historic Hunting, Conservation Legislation

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Safari Club International expressed its appreciation to the U.S. House of Representatives for passing H.R. 4089, the Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012. The legislation passed on a bipartisan vote and will now be reported the Senate for consideration. “The Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012 will preserve the rightful place of hunting, fishing and target shooting [...]

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Smallfry Angler Breaks Black Grouper World Record

Last year young angler Brielle Bennett took first place in the International Game Fish Association’s Female Smallfry division of world records.  If her performance on March 24, 2012 is any indication of what 2012 holds, she’ll take th…

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Sportsmen Descend on DC to Save Bristol Bay ~ Pass it Along

The following is a guest post available to all outdoor bloggers who have an interest in the Pebble Mine/Bristol Bay issue. Please feel free to re-post it on your blog.  (Passed along from the conservation section over on the OBN ~ Go check it out, cop…

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Grand Opening of New Cabela’s in Tulalip, Washington Set for April 19th

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It’s finally springtime in the Pacific Northwest! If you’re looking for a fun-filled family outing to jolt you from months of hibernation, look no further than Tulalip, WA, just 40 miles north of Seattle. Thursday, April 19th, 2012 marks the Grand Opening of the third Cabela’s retail store location in the Pacific Northwest. After an [...]

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