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  While not surprising, another unbelievable and untrue headline has emerged concerning Alaska and bear hunting regulations.“Trump administration makes it easier for hunters to kill bear cubs and wolf pups in Alaska,” with the tagline, “A ban against luring mothers from their dens with doughnuts and other treats will be lifted.”  The Trump administration is scaling back the expanded federal regulations to match the state regulations. In other words, state and federal policy are aligning on bear hunting regulations, and the situation is not nearly as extreme as these news sources portray it to be... READ MORE

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Several regulatory changes aimed at achieving fishery management goals in Biscayne National Park go into effect starting July 1. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will return in five years to provide an update on monitoring and progress toward management goals and to evaluate the effectiveness of these changes. Changes effective July 1, 2020, include: Increasing the minimum size limit for... READ MORE

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Last week, Senators voted to pass the Great American Outdoors Act, thanks in large part to the support from hunters, anglers and dedicated conservationists. In overwhelming fashion, the bill was passed by a vote of 73-25, and this legislation is now on its way to the House of Representatives. If signed, the Great American Outdoors Act  will allocate billions of dollars to directly support outdoor recreation in two major ways. The first is by providing $2 billion annually over the next five years to the National Park Service and other federal land-management agencies to address their growing lists of maintenance backlogs. The second includes... READ MORE

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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is accepting applications for Elbow Slough Wildlife Management Area (WMA) lottery dove hunts for the 2020-21 hunting season. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2020. All lottery applications are now only available on the LDWF website. Those wanting to apply should click on the Lottery Applications tab, update or create their customer record similar to purchasing a license and then submit an application. There is a $5 application fee and... READ MORE

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Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Commissioners voted to reduce or alter wild turkey hunting bag limits in large areas of western Oklahoma during their regular June 17 meeting in Oklahoma City. Starting this fall, turkey gun hunters will be allowed to harvest one tom only in the 14 counties that previously permitted either-sex harvest. Archery hunters will still be allowed one turkey of either sex statewide in the fall. Next spring, all counties outside the Southeast Region will have... READ MORE

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   Enter the 2020 TWRF Conservation Raffle for Chance at One of 7 prize packages. Tickets on sale now until August 16, 2020 at 11:59pm Central. Raffle is open to anyone 18 years and older. You do not have to be a resident of Tennessee to enter. Tickets on sale now until August 16, 2020 at 11:59pm Central. Raffle is open to anyone 18 years and older. You do not have to be a resident of Tennessee to enter. Ticket Prices: 1 Ticket for $20, 3 Tickets for $50, 10 Tickets for $100. The drawing will take place on Monday August 17, 2020. The 7 prize Packages are... READ MORE

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   Oklahoma Fishing Trail marks its first year with a special giveaway. Anglers can enter at Oklahoma Fishing Trail Anniversary Giveaway for a chance to win a prize package that includes a guided fishing trip with Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell and J.D. Strong, Director of the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, along with a one-year parking pass for Oklahoma State Parks and a selection of Oklahoma Fishing Trail gear. Giveaway entries will be accepted for two weeks (July 2, 2020). In addition... READ MORE

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Deadline to apply for Vermont 2020 Moose permit applications is July 8, 2020. Applications are available online at the Fish & Wildlife Department’s website for the hunt limited to Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) E in the northeastern corner of the state. The department will issue 55 either-sex moose hunting permits in WMU E for the moose seasons this October, which is expected to result in the harvest of 30-35 moose. Lottery applications for hunting permits are $10 for residents and $25 for nonresidents. Winners of the permit lottery will purchase resident hunting permits for $100 and nonresident hunting permits for $350. Nonresident applicants are cautioned to apply because... READ MORE 

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With waters warming up, Wisconsin 2020 smallmouth bass season opened June 20 for the northern management zone. Smallmouth bass harvest season varies by location. Anglers should consult the 2020-2021 Hook and Line Fishing Regulations for daily bag and size limits and season durations. All regulations and license requirements apply. While smallmouth bass season is currently open in southern Wisconsin, anglers will now have the opportunity to harvest them from the additional waters of... READ MORE

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   Monsoon weather is just around the corner, and the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) cautions boaters and off-highway vehicle (OHV) users that weather conditions can quickly change and become dangerous for those who aren’t prepared. The severity of monsoon storms varies greatly from a minor dust storm to a violent thunderstorm capable of producing hail, deadly lightning and flash flooding. AZGFD offers the following advice to protect operators and passengers during a monsoon... READ MORE

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Record-high water levels are taking a toll on infrastructure across the state as flooding and erosion continue to threaten shorelines, rivers and inland lakes. Michigan’s waterways face other associated challenges, too, including increased river flows, submerged docks and piers, swimming and boating hazards, and damage to wildlife habitat. Several state parks and harbors are experiencing many of these issues. As a result, Tawas Point State Park along with other waterways has closed or altered many amenities and services for the 2020 season... Read More

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Hunters interested in chasing an Arkansas alligator on public land and water this fall have until midnight June 30 to put their name in the hat. Applications for the 2020 Arkansas alligator season are available online. Each permit authorizes the harvest of one alligator, which must be at least 4 feet long. Alligator hunting is allowed 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise Sept. 18-21 and Sept. 25-28. Each permit holder may have up to... READ MORE

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With almost $10,000 in cash prizes this year, anglers of all ages should begin planning for Colorado Parks and Wildlife's Fifth Annual Elkhead Reservoir Fishing Classic, June 27 through July 5. The week-long fishing tournament at Elkhead Reservoir State Park near Craig offers great fun, great fishing and $9,500 in cash prizes. You must register at the reservoir during the event to be eligible for the cash prizes. There is no tournament entry fee but... READ MORE

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials in Steamboat Springs are proposing changes to archery hunting in a portion of the Routt National Forest. A virtual public meeting is planned for Wednesday, June 24 at 6 p.m. to share the proposed regulatory changes and gather public input. The proposed change would apply to Game Management Unit (GMU) 14, which stretches from Steamboat Springs east to the Continental Divide and north to... READ MORE

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