Tag: outdoors
Deer management is a balancing act
Ohio's deer management strategy is a difficult balancing act subject to pressure from various stakeholders as well as from the political side.
Red squirrels: 6 ounces of pure nastiness
Red squirrels make up for what they lack in size with pure pugnacity.
How to minimize the risks of using a tree stand
20 tips from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Treestand Manufacturer’s Association that will help keep you safe in your tree stand this hunting season.
Nature lovers have many book choices
Scott Shalaway ensures readers have time to consider some of this fall's new nature-themed books before the holidays.
Loading up for a North Dakota bird hunt
Mike Tontimonia details his experience hunting pheasants in North Dakota.
How to avoid ‘gamey’ venison in the kitchen
Learn more about processing and preparing venison to maximize its quality, get rid of undesirable flavors, reduce gamey taste and ensure it is safe to eat.
How to avoid ‘gamey’ venison in the field
Understand all of the factors that can affect the taste of deer meat in the field. Learn to manage and preserve venison to get rid of undesirable gamey flavors.
How to understand coyote vocalizations
Coyotes are arguably the most vocal of all North American mammals. Learn more about understanding the meaning behind their various vocalizations.
ODNR shares walleye, perch hatch data
Lake Erie is coming back strong after a few years of diminished walleye numbers and less than robust catches.
The wilderness is calling, and I must go (back)
Mike Tontimonia reminisces on many trips to Lake Temagami.
