In this piece — part of a series from The Gazette and the Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk — a look at how love of birds, whether for sport or food, has fueled the push to restore Minnesota wetlands that were once drained.
The ‘orange fish’ is bad to some, but Wild Side columnist Orlan Love is indifferent to bottom-feeder
Along with fly, ice and sport fishing, Iowans would be able to legally catch catfish with their bare hands under a bill being considered by state lawmakers.
These Iowa fishermen find a beautiful spot in Arizona, but no fish
New friendships were forged in this anticipated outing
Outdoor recreation is Iowa’s top source of tourism and accounts for $8 billion annually in economic output, according to a recent study.
Hot fishing spots and how to snatch a good haul are top secrets on the water
Robins, red-wing blackbirds, geese and open water fishing are good signals
Wild Side column: Warmer weather already has brought first signs of maple syrup season
The Nature Call: It was only 1 rabbit on this recent outing, but that was good enough on this day
Wild Side column: A need to get outside results in quest to find agate and more in rock bed
Fishing column: On a recent trip to Minnesota, dawn and dusk were the best times to catch fish
Wild Side column: A trip to Lake of the Woods with cold days and warm friends
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