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Journey to bow hunting, the shot that cannot be practiced

I had saved every check from writing these columns and all the money I had received from my birthday and holiday gifts in one of my favorite outdoor books. By...

outdoors Thu, Sep 24, 2009 - 12:00am

Just one of many raptors to migrate along the Red River corridor, this turkey vulture was recently spotted. Keith Corliss

Streams of raptors are possible in fall; Identifying hawks on the wing a challenge

Sometimes they come in bunches, often they are singles. Some are neatly packaged in a tight, folded tuck piercing the air like a missile while others are in full sail...

flight lines / outdoors Thu, Sep 17, 2009 - 12:00am

Moist banana bread in a flash, mixer free

Most recipes if I try once and am not sold on, I more than likely will not try again. The Banana Bread recipe I'm featuring today is the exception to...

eating well Thu, Sep 17, 2009 - 12:00am

Bighorn sheep population remains high

North Dakota's bighorn sheep population is in excellent shape, according to Brett Wiedmann, big game biologist for the state Game and Fish Department in Dickinson. A July-August survey in western...

outdoors Thu, Sep 10, 2009 - 12:00am

Deer season for youth ages 12-15 opens

Friday, Sept. 18 at noon signals the start of a nine-and-a-half day deer hunting season for youth ages 12-15. According to state law, licensed youth ages 12 and 13 are...

outdoors Thu, Sep 10, 2009 - 12:00am

29th annual show; Big Iron celebrates as premier ag expo

Big Iron, the Midwest region's largest agricultural expo is back bigger and better than ever, with organizers hoping to outperform last year's record-breaking attendance figures during its three day run...

business / news Thu, Sep 10, 2009 - 12:00am

Aquatic Nuisance Species spreading causing problems

It's been a rough summer; I could be complaining about the weather, but that matter is trivial in comparison to the recent reports showing that aquatic invaders, commonly grouped under...

outdoors Thu, Sep 10, 2009 - 12:00am

Not quite a pure water creature and not fully at home on land, beavers represent a classic "edge" animal. Pictured is the sometimes drastic way in which beavers can alter their environment. Keith Corliss

Memories of college class still relevant

The passing years tend to dull memories somewhat. This is no less true with our schooling as well. I probably couldn't pass a statistics test today nor could I stand...

flight lines / outdoors Thu, Sep 03, 2009 - 12:00am

Bacteria causes young-of-the-year white bass kill in Lake Oahe

A fish kill in Lake Oahe that is mostly affecting young-of-the-year white bass has slowly moved into North Dakota. Paul Bailey, south central district fisheries supervisor for the North Dakota...

outdoors Thu, Sep 03, 2009 - 12:00am

Cherry tomatoes fresh from the garden, perfect salad option.

Cherry tomatoes sweet, tasty alternative to traditional

Cherry tomatoes are a wonderful little bite in themselves this time of the year as the backyard garden variety are more abundant than normal, urged on by the watering and...

eating well Wed, Sep 02, 2009 - 3:11pm

Plush trees and winding waterfalls are part of the scenic drive. Submitted by Lorissa Lenertz

Yes, this is North Dakota, there is much to see

Freedom. There is nothing more invigorating than freedom. Freedom is many things to different people. To me, it is the sun warming my skin. It is clarity and lungs full...

news / outdoors Thu, Aug 20, 2009 - 4:03pm

Horace Bean Days starts Friday

Horace will kick off its annual Horace Bean Days celebration on Friday, August 21, with a trap and pistol shoot at Adventure Shooting Sports at 5 p.m., and the Horace...

news / outdoors Thu, Aug 20, 2009 - 9:48am

A spring American golden plover photographed near West Fargo after returning from wintering areas in southern South America.

Killdeer relative known for long-distance migration

The nesting season is all but over for the vast majority of birds in the Northern Hemisphere. Many finished the business of gene perpetuation some months past. About a week...

flight lines / outdoors Thu, Aug 20, 2009 - 12:00am

Colorful wildflowers abundant throughout the region

Wherever you go, it is important to slow down and allow yourself to notice what is around you. Although walking is the best way, road trips are also good, but...

home & garden / outdoors Thu, Aug 20, 2009 - 12:00am

Best ever apple crisp makes for decadent dessert

I'm trying to mix up the variety and flavors of my recipes each week focusing on a particular fruit or vegetable as my theme.

eating well Wed, Aug 19, 2009 - 4:34pm

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