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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Saturday, 23 June 2007 |
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There are lots of newborn bison and other
wildlife at the National Bison Range these days, range managers say,
but if you're headed that way pack some extra cash.
As of July 5, access fees for the scenic drives through the refuge are going up.
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cost for a daily pass will increase from $4 to $5 per vehicle, while
the cost for an annual pass will increase from $10 to $15.
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Saturday, 23 June 2007 |
NORFOLK, VA- The team evaluating alternatives to significantly
increase the population of oysters throughout the Chesapeake Bay has
released a comprehensive Progress Report. The report is published in
lieu of the anticipated May/June 2007 release of a Draft Environmental
Impact Statement (EIS), the completion of which has been delayed by
challenges in developing a native oyster demographic computer model, an
important tool for evaluating the environmental consequences of the
various restoration alternatives under consideration. Following a
mid-July meeting, the Oyster EIS Executive Committee expects to
announce a new target date for release of the Draft EIS.
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Sunday, 24 June 2007 |
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Iowa- A national campaign is underway to get Americans to spend this Saturday
night out camping. The campaign called the Great American Backyard Campout
is sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation and endorsed by the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
"We want Iowans to go camping, preferably in a state park, but if not, we
would be happy if they stayed in a county park or even in their backyard. We
just want Iowans to get outdoors and camp," said Michelle Wilson, with the
Iowa DNR. "There are a lot of activities going on in state parks every
weekend and during the Great American Backyard Campout day we will have
interpreters in 20 of our
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Sunday, 24 June 2007 |
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POLSON, MO- Pirates appear to be at work on Flathead Lake.
They
row in under cover of darkness, loot boats that are moored at docks in
Polson Bay, then row back out into open water before firing their
engines and disappearing into the night without turning on their
running lights.
Polson
Police Chief Doug Chase wants boaters to be aware of what his
department calls “a potential problem developing on Flathead Lake.”
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Sunday, 24 June 2007 |
With seven top-10 finishes in the past 12 months,
reigning Toyota Tundra Bassmaster Angler of the Year Michael Iaconelli
is among the nominees for "Best Outdoor Athlete" at the 2007 ESPYs
co-presented by Hummer and Under Armour.
Hosts Jimmy Kimmel and
LeBron James will be joined on stage at Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre by
the biggest stars in sports and entertainment at the 15th annual
celebration of the top moments, most emotional stories and best
performances from the past year in sports, televised at 9 p.m. ET
Sunday, July 15, on ESPN.
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Sunday, 24 June 2007 |
States struggle to recruit fish and game wardens amid low salaries and dangerous jobs
PITTSBURGH — Fish and wildlife departments around the
country are on the hunt — for more wardens.
From California to Pennsylvania to Florida, states are
struggling to recruit officers and habitat and other projects are
being delayed. Those enforcing wildlife laws have a full workload,
and officials suspect poaching is increasing, though hard numbers
are difficult to come by.
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Monday, 25 June 2007 |
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Fluke fishermen only need "conditions" to put together a catch in most of the traditional spots now.
The
necessary conditions include water temperature in the 60s, and
preferably rising, a moderate drift, light winds, and a relatively calm
sea.
Capt. Ed Bunting Jr., skipper of the Sea Horse out of
Atlantic Highlands, has had those conditions on a number of trips
lately, and has landed good catches.
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Monday, 25 June 2007 |
Several tournaments are scheduled for state, where 'the game has taken on a life of its own'
It's a sport that relies on precision, accuracy and concentration.
It includes competitors from all over the country, and the participants
are willing to spend their own money to travel and compete.
Though skeet shooting is relatively obscure, the sport has a loyal following in Delaware.
"I really enjoy it," said Wilmington resident Mike Stasio, who has
been shooting for about 20 years. "It's different from other sports in
that we all go out there and push each other. We hope we all excel."
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Written by Morgan Cawley
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Monday, 25 June 2007 |
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The Supreme Court on Monday ruled against a Wyoming rancher who sued
government employees in a dispute over federal access to a road on his
land.
Harvey Robbins of Hot Springs County, Wyo., accused half a dozen
employees in the Bureau of Land Management of trying to coerce him into
granting an easement on a road leading to the Shoshone National Forest.
In a 7-2 ruling, the Court said that Robbins could not sue under the Fifth Amendment.
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Monday, 25 June 2007 |
CONCORD, N.H. - Anglers fishing Lake Winnipesaukee are being asked to watch for largemouth and smallmouth bass tagged as part of a New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Warmwater Fisheries Management Program study. Data collected from tagged bass will allow biologists to examine bass movement after release from bass tournament weigh-ins held at Ames Farm Inn on Lake Winnipesaukee.
The study was initiated as a result of bass tournament data analysis and angler concerns. From
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