DOUG LEIER
THE NORTH DAKOTA OUTDOORS AND BEYOND May Highlights Safe Boating
A public awareness campaign held annually in May emphasizes the need for boaters to wears life jackets. Nancy Boldt, boat and water safety coordinator for the North Dakota Game and Fish Depar...
Posted on 5/22/13 at 9:18 AM
DOUG LEIER: Looking back on the 2013 N.D. legislative session
License fee increase, changes in gratis eligibility among key measures lawmakers passed
By Doug Leier , May 19, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Fisheries, like buffet lines, are all different 
I spend the bulk of my fishing hours each year at the same mom-and-pop pond. The family and I enjoy fishing, in our own way. Just like you do.
By Doug Leier , May 12, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Everyone plays a role in keeping aquatic nuisance species at bay
Even if May just finally feels like spring for many of us, in most years by the time May rolls around, many anglers already have enjoyed a few outings wetting a line.
By Doug Leier , May 05, 2013
DOUG LEIER: N.D. deer hunting success improves, but lags below average in 2012
For some hunters, deer season is the only season. For others, planning next fall’s hunt begins with scheduling vacation for the next opener, which this year is projected to start at noon Nov. 8.
By Doug Leier , April 28, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Presence of bighorn sheep in N.D. offers cause for appreciation
It’s a pretty consistent fact of life that the more we have, the less we appreciate it, and conversely, what we’re lacking we may tend to hold in higher regard.
By Doug Leier , April 20, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Hunting, fishing mean big bucks for state economy
Few in the Midwest will question the role of hunting, fishing and trapping when it comes to quality of life. At the same time, most of us are well aware that the money we spend on licenses and other fees directly benefits our activities.
By Doug Leier , April 13, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Want to attract purple martins? Here are some tips
Many people who don’t hunt or fish are still familiar with national conservation organizations such as Ducks Unlimited, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Pheasants Forever.
By Doug Leier , March 30, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Checking hunting openers can prevent fall headaches
It’s never too soon to think ahead, whether it’s summer fishing or fall hunting.
By Doug Leier , March 24, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Consider the time, effort before applying for ‘big three’ hunting licenses
The deadline to submit an application for the 2013 North Dakota moose, elk and bighorn sheep license lottery is March 27. Even though the odds of drawing one of these “big three” licenses is small, you of course can’t get one if you don’t fill out and send in a paper or online application.
By Doug Leier , March 10, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Bald eagle count shows above average population
Biologists conducted the 2013 midwinter bald eagle survey along the Missouri River, and counted 61 bald eagles.
By Doug Leier , March 02, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Now is the time to get involved in outdoors legislative process
The legislative process in North Dakota only takes place every two years. With that in mind, all hunters, anglers, trappers and anyone else who spends time outdoors has an opportunity to engage in the process now rather than later
By Doug Leier , February 24, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Late winter can offer best ice fishing of the season
As February passes the halfway mark, you’ve noticed the days, both in front and in back, are adding sunlight, and the balance of winter has begun to shift toward spring.
By Doug Leier , February 17, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Get involved and stay active in local fish, wildlife clubs
If I tried to list all the organizations and clubs just in North Dakota that are working to advance the cause of fishing, hunting, trapping, conservation, education and training, I’d likely fill most of this column.
By Doug Leier , February 10, 2013
DOUG LEIER: Coming year will be pivotal for state’s outdoors landscape
When it comes to looking ahead at how 2013 will shake out for hunting and fishing, I can’t help but see a mixed bag of prospects.
By Doug Leier , December 30, 2012
DOUG LEIER: Dry, mild weather defined the outdoors in 2012
As the inevitable change of calendars from 2012 to 2013 is upon us, I’ll end the year in traditional fashion with a look back at the past 12 months from an outdoors perspective.
By Doug Leier , December 23, 2012
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