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Helping you enjoy the outdoors! Sep 5, 2025

Late Summer September Fishing with The Family

By Don Gasaway
The final weekends of summer present opportunities to reinforce the fun of fishing in the minds of youngsters. Make them count!

So, You Have a New Bird Dog

By Troy Basso
Getting your first sporting dog puppy is an exciting and crucial time for you and your future hunting companion.

Should I Hire a Guide?

By Brad Durick
Sometimes, hiring a guide is a better option than trying to figure things out on your own.
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Discounted Fall Fishing Packages

Fall is the best time of year for catching big walleyes on Minnesota’s Lake of the Woods. Take advantage of discounted fall rates at the lake’s premier fishing destination—Arnesen’s Rocky Point Resort. Through October 31, enjoy 15% off lodging and charter boat fishing. Space is limited, book your trip now.
FROM THE VAULT OF FISHING FACTS MAGAZINE
by Joe Bucher

Night-Bite Muskies

Here’s a fish-catching strategy that will produce on heavily boated, clearer bodies of water.

Mille Lacs Lake Walleye Limit Increased

The walleye limit on Mille Lacs Lake has been increased from two to three through Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025.
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September is Truck Month

September is Truck Month and Chevy is celebrating all the sportsmen and women towing and trailering their toys. Check out the special deals and savings on trucks during this prime event, and tow with power and confidence this fall.

Moonlight Bassin’

By Dan Brozowski
The big gals come out to play after dark. So should you.
MWO Video Tip

Reading Shorelines of Unmapped Lakes

Mark Courts discusses how to use the shoreline as clues for the bottom topography of an unmapped lake.
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Get Ready for the Mercer Pumpkin Run ATV/UTV Rally

Celebrate Fall at the Mercer Pumpkin ATV/UTV Rally October 9-12. Activities include a 4-day Poker Run, Pumpkin Parade, Pumpkin Party, Trail Riding, Food and Fun. Visit mercerpumpkinrunrally.com for more info.
Leave 'em Laughing

A Horse (Brown Trout) of a Different Color

By Len Harris
Brood-stock browns look and behave differently than smaller stream trout.