DOUG LEIER
Safety first with hunting season
For many of us, the transition from summer recreation to fall isn’t as gradual as we’d like.By Doug Leier , September 02, 2010
CRP sign-up a first step in process 
Applications accepted at local USDA offices until Aug. 27Whether we like it or not, it’s part of human nature to take for granted things that become part of our lives or benefit us over the long term.
By Doug Leier , August 19, 2010
What makes for a ‘fish hog’?
Name calling creates bad blood on ND watersEach year from summer to winter I’m peppered with reports, complaints and discussions about “fish hogs,” a less-than-flattering tag used by some anglers to describe other anglers who supposedly take more than their fair share of fish, even though they are not exceeding the daily limit.
By Doug Leier , August 12, 2010
North Dakota home to 3 freshwater shrimp species
As a child growing up in northwestern North Dakota, seafood was a special treat, to the point that even fish sticks were considered a pretty rare dinner at home.
By Doug Leier , August 05, 2010
ND waterfowl in good shape
Spring counts show steady growth this yearWith the Vikings into training camp, regardless of who plays quarterback for the purple this fall, most experts agree it should be a good season.
By Doug Leier , July 29, 2010
Still plenty of time to get out and fish
I’m sorry to bring it up, but more summer, the season, not the calendar dates, is now behind us than in front of us.
By Doug Leier , July 22, 2010
Livewells bringing in invasive species to ND
For the better part of 10 years I’ve written a weekly column, none of which have explored the topic of livewells.
By Doug Leier , July 15, 2010
No sage grouse hunt for 3rd year in row
Record-low 66 males found in 15 areas in NDWhile it won’t become official until the annual small game hunting proclamation is finalized later this month, it’s a certainty that North Dakota will not have a sage grouse season again this fall.
By Doug Leier , July 08, 2010
Safety first when using a PWC
To anyone ever taking a spin for the first time on an all-terrain vehicle, dirt bike, motorcycle or snowmobile in the winter, a few basic requirements such as how to steer and where the gas, clutch, and brakes are is standard operating procedure.
By Doug Leier , July 01, 2010
State waterfowl index 3rd highest since 1948
In June, many duck and pheasant hunters will mentally circle the backside of October as a key window for waterfowl and upland hunting.
By Doug Leier , June 24, 2010
Oh, how times have changed
One of the consequences of having four distinct seasons is that we slot various activities during certain times of year.
By Doug Leier , June 17, 2010
Fishing all about a chance to go out and make memories
Every so often as the kids and I set off on an unknown excursion, I’ll quip, “Let’s go make some memories.”
By Doug Leier , June 10, 2010
Even bluegill can create smiles for anglers
Late in the 1980s, my family moved from LaMoure to Valley City.
By Doug Leier , June 03, 2010
Young hunters helped by early deer season
Nearly 2,300 youth took advantage of apprentice programThe 2009 North Dakota Legislature continued a recent nationwide trend by creating a few new opportunities designed to recruit and retain hunters.
By Doug Leier , May 27, 2010
Does ND need a one-over rule?
I’ve got one lunker fish to my credit and I won’t lie, it was more about luck than skill, and that’s how it usually works for me.
By Doug Leier , May 20, 2010
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