Lincoln, Nebraska – The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will convene on April 17 at Chadron State Park to deliberate staff recommendations for the 2026 deer, antelope, and elk hunting seasons. This key meeting, starting at 8 a.m. Mountain time at the Group Lodge located at 15951 U.S. Hwy. 385 in Chadron, includes a public ... Read more

Helena, Montana – The Private Land/Public Wildlife (PLPW) Advisory Committee of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is scheduled to hold its next meeting on April 22, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. via Zoom, with opportunities for public comment during the session. The virtual meeting allows public participation through the Zoom platform. Interested ... Read more

St. Paul, Minnesota – The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is issuing a timely reminder on cold water safety as ice rapidly recedes from lakes statewide, urging boaters, anglers, and paddlers to adopt essential precautions amid persistently low water temperatures.[1] With the ice already vanished from most lakes in southern Minnesota and northern waters ... Read more

Imagine the crisp bite of autumn air nipping at your cheeks as you settle into your campsite deep in the whispering woods. The sun dips low, casting golden hues over the rustling leaves, and your campfire crackles to life, its warm glow pushing back the encroaching dusk. You’ve just returned from a successful hunt, your ... Read more

Every year, thousands of kids across the country step into the woods for their first hunt, discovering not just the thrill of the chase but a deep-rooted respect for wildlife and the land. This surge in youth hunting programs highlights a powerful shift: in a world pulling children toward digital distractions, these experiences reconnect them ... Read more

Turkey hunting is one of the most exhilarating pursuits in the outdoor world, demanding patience, skill, and the right gear to outsmart wary toms. Among the essential tools in a hunter’s arsenal are Jake turkey decoys, which mimic young male turkeys to provoke aggressive responses from dominant gobblers. These decoys replicate the strut and posture ... Read more