Grizzly Bear Management Shifts to the States: What Hunters Should Know
Interior proposed shifting grizzly bear management to Western states July 14, 2026. What the 4(d) rule means for hunters — and the Aug. 17 comment deadline.
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The Lead Ammo Ban Arrives September 1: What Hunters on 8 Refuges Need to Know
The lead ammo ban takes effect September 1, 2026 on eight national wildlife refuges. See which refuges, what Congress is doing, and how to switch loads.
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Federal Hunting Access Expansion: USFWS Proposes 1,450 New Refuge Opportunities
The USFWS proposed the largest federal hunting access expansion in its history. See what opens, the lead-ammo reversal, and how to comment by June 26.
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Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: 42 Years, 9 Million Acres, and a Hunter-Built Conservation Model
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has protected more than 9 million acres of big-game country since 1984. Inside RMEF’s mission, programs, chapters, and how hunters can join in 2026.
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Spring Black Bear 2026: Where the Opener Still Pays Off This Month
Spring black bear 2026 windows in Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, and Washington — opener dates, tag costs, and the gear that earns its keep.
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How to Catch Post-Spawn Walleye and Smallmouth Bass in Late May 2026
Post-spawn walleye and smallmouth bass move on a clock. Here’s the late-May 2026 playbook — water temps, structure, and the lures that work right now.
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Memorial Day 2026 Public-Land Prep: 9 Checks Before You Pull Out of the Driveway
Memorial Day 2026 falls May 25. Here are the 9 public-land checks — fire bans, road status, water, permits — that decide whether your weekend works.
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Morel Mushroom Hunting 2026: Where to Find Them This Week, How to Identify Them, and What to Avoid
Morel mushrooms peak across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic from late April through May. Where to look, how to ID true morels vs the look-alikes that will hurt you, harvest etiquette, and where foraging is legal in 2026.
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Why Gary Metivier’s “That’s Wild” Series Is a Must-Watch for Wildlife and Animal Rescue Fans
Gary Metivier That’s Wild is a strong watch for anyone who enjoys wildlife stories, animal rescues, and nature videos that teach as they entertain. A great place to start is the featured bald eagle rescue episode, which gives viewers a closer look at how rescue and rehabilitation can help one of America’s most iconic birds….
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SHOT Show 2026: The Most Important New Outdoor Gear Announced in Las Vegas
SHOT Show 2026 officially kicks off today in Las Vegas, and it is already shaping up to be one of the most important events of the year for anyone tracking the best hunting equipment 2026 has to offer. For readers following new hunting gear 2026 announcements or looking for early insight into SHOT Show outdoor…
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Kilian Jornet States of Elevation Midway Update
Kilian Jornet’s States of Elevation: Midway Through the Ultimate U.S. 14ers Challenge Kilian Jornet States of Elevation challenge electrifies ultra-endurance runners and high-altitude adventurers with its pinnacle of human grit in America’s wildest terrain. This bold 2025 project, underway since early September, aims to summit all 58 publicly accessible 14ers (peaks over 14,000…
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E-Bike Trails During Fall 2026 in the US | Autumn Routes 🚲🍁
E-Bike Trails During Fall 2026 in the US | Best Autumn E-Biking Routes Riding e-bike trails during fall 2026 in the US is magical, with vibrant reds, oranges, and golds across the landscapes. 🍂 E-bikes make scenic routes like C&O Canal and Pine Creek Rail Trail accessible, powering through gentle grades for effortless rides….
