All calendar items are subject to change. August 31, 2025 - Wildlife areas, ecological reserves and other properties may be closed due to wildfires or storm damage. Hunters and outdoor enthusiasts are ...

The surprise catch of a gar on the Kankakee River, a block-party sighting of a Cooper's hawk and an ethical question on non-native mushrooms are among the notes from around Chicago outdoors and beyond ...

In a historic move by the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Senate Bill S6360A/Assembly Bill A8330A into law on Aug. 26. The bill took effect immediately, in time for the upcoming big game seasons in ...

The Stock Island Pink Lemonade, with its refreshing blend of muddled lemon, Absolut Citron, simple syrup, and dragonfruit, offers the perfect cooling counterpoint to the Florida heat. For beer lovers, ...

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is now offering fully digital options for all recreational hunting, fishing and combo license and tag types when 2025-26 licenses. The Texas Parks and ...

Mississippi gator hunting season begins Aug. 29 and goes through Sept. 8 for public waters and Sept. 22 for private lands. Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks’ Facebook post. The ...

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish officials said a cyber attack is affecting online license sales. The department said ...

There are places along the Spokane River where you can walk from one side to the other without touching any water.

Ike Leary's Granada Bait and Tackle moved into new shop on the same property a couple months ago. Monday is the official ...

Handheld devices are changing the way anglers approach time on the water, offering a more rewarding experience.

Kids are getting hands-on with the great outdoors at a festival in Minot, learning everything from casting a line to firing a bow.

For those who appreciate the simpler pleasures of the sea, the “Fried Oysters by the Dozen” delivers exactly what it promises – perfectly fried bivalves with a delicate crust that gives way to the ...