Organization works to gain access for disabled hunters and youth; Fundraiser Aug. 17

Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the excitement and challenges that hunting and fishing have to offer. The Missouri Disabled Sportsmen group works to reduce barriers for people who want to enjoy the woods and waters. Founded in 2008, the statewide organization relies on volunteers and donors for 100 percent of the experiences itContinue reading “Organization works to gain access for disabled hunters and youth; Fundraiser Aug. 17”

Upcoming webinar to discuss invasive plants and deer management

A program that combines deer hunting and invasive species appears almost tailor-made for me by featuring two of my top topics for outdoor news. The free Invasive Plant Control for Deer Management webinar begins at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30. Use this link to access the Zoom call at meeting time: short.mdc.mo.gov/4XS. The programContinue reading “Upcoming webinar to discuss invasive plants and deer management”

Managed hunt application process in July marks the start for deer season dreams

Deer season unofficially begins in July when hunters who want to participate in the managed hunts offered throughout the state must apply for the opportunity. Other hunters would do well to get a copy of the annual regulations booklet, which is now available online and wherever permits are sold. The managed hunt application process isContinue reading “Managed hunt application process in July marks the start for deer season dreams”

Comment period open for proposed permit price increases

The state Department of Conservation is proposing rate increases for hunting and fishing permits for 2025. If that news sounds familiar, it’s because the state raised the rates for most licenses this year, after nearly two decades years without a change. More regular increases to keep pace with inflation and rising costs is probably theContinue reading “Comment period open for proposed permit price increases”

Antler scoring event returns to Henges Center near Eureka

Unfortunately I do not have a good reason to visit one of my favorite winter events this weekend near Eureka, but because hunters in Missouri set a new all-time record for deer harvest in the 2023-24 season, the annual Deer Antler Scoring Open House could be busy. From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb.Continue reading “Antler scoring event returns to Henges Center near Eureka”