Most people associate homecoming with the fall season, but a 2018 Northwest High School graduate returns to his alma mater on July 1. Conservation agent Dominick Montileone III starts his new assignment in service to Jefferson County next month. Following graduation from the state Department of Conservation Agent Training Academy last September, Montileone was assignedContinue reading “Conservation agent returns home with new assignment”
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Blue moon and big bluegill join forces this month
Deep in the recesses of my aging mind, I have the lyrics for hundreds of old country songs bouncing around. Occasionally, one of them worms its way to my consciousness. Today that song is a 1980s tune by Earl Thomas Conley: “Every once in a blue moon, I do something right.” Early in the morningContinue reading “Blue moon and big bluegill join forces this month”
“Prospects” report outlines Mississippi River fishing opportunities
“Raised by a river: I suppose both meanings are true – you can hardly have one without the other.” I love that line from Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer. I feel like it strikes close to home for me. My childhood included five-minute bike rides to the Mississippi River, weekends and summer vacations swimmingContinue reading ““Prospects” report outlines Mississippi River fishing opportunities”
Trout fishing opportunities return for winter season
While most of the focus this time of year is on hunting, a popular fishing season has opened to provide opportunities for anglers close to home and in their favorite spring and summer streams around the state. November 14 was opening day for catch and release fishing in Missouri’s four trout parks, and the hatcheryContinue reading “Trout fishing opportunities return for winter season”
Let’s Go Blues! Hunting and Fishing Night Oct. 21
Whether it’s sitting around the campfire listening to the Cardinals in the summer, or shooting the breeze with the boys in the fall, talking about the latest action on the ice, team sports and outdoors activities easily fit hand-in-hand. The St. Louis Blues have announced a new theme night that combines the best of bothContinue reading “Let’s Go Blues! Hunting and Fishing Night Oct. 21”
Two streams for one float trip provide varied fishing opportunities
Most anglers are unwilling to divulge information about their favorite fishing holes. Because the spot I’m happy to share is nearly seven miles long and has strict fishing regulations that protect my favorite targets, I welcome fishermen and anyone looking for fun on the water. Several times over the past few years we have usedContinue reading “Two streams for one float trip provide varied fishing opportunities”
Archived article brings back memories of fishing with Uncle Richard
On more than one occasion I have advocated for state residents to subscribe to the free Missouri Conservationist magazine. Its spectacular photography and stories about the outdoors and wildlife are a true treasure. I know that I have been a fan of the magazine for as long as I can remember, and even longer thanContinue reading “Archived article brings back memories of fishing with Uncle Richard”
High school fishing teams open the sport to all students
As most schools are putting the wraps on sports for the spring, students on area fishing teams are entering the best time of year for serious practice. Summer vacation offers many perks, and the long days of the season provide adequate opportunity for making as many casts as possible. “Kids are so busy with activitiesContinue reading “High school fishing teams open the sport to all students”
State plans permit price increases for third consecutive year
Just ahead of free fishing weekend, the state Department of Conservation is proposing increases in the cost of permits for the third year in a row. Based on the input it collected from hunters and residents in a survey this spring, the biggest boost will be on the backs of nonresident deer and turkey hunters.Continue reading “State plans permit price increases for third consecutive year”
Montauk recovers in time for trout season opening day
When opening day of trout fishing season comes this weekend there will be plenty of reasons for celebration at Montauk State Park and big crowds of people at all four of the state’s trout fishing parks. Montauk was devastated by historic flooding in November and remained closed throughout the winter catch-and-release season, but contractors, stateContinue reading “Montauk recovers in time for trout season opening day”
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