Recent content from Dennis Anderson
Anderson: In winter, crappies can't hide from anglers' latest gadget
Crappies prefer deep water in winter. But with new sonar technology, anglers can find, catch and release them, sometimes with deadly results.
Anderson: They're back. Invasive carp take aim at state's waters again
The DNR will finalize a new plan to deter invasive carp from further infesting the Mississippi, Minnesota and St. Croix rivers. Will it work?
Anderson: Hunting in pink is legal, but makes some women see red
The bill legalizing pink clothing was authored by a man who 'thought it might help' attract more women to hunt. Among others, Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn, a hunter, was offended by the idea. And the gear can be hard to find, too.
Anderson: With bat or shotgun, Ted Williams hit home runs in Minnesota
The late Boston Red Sox legend Ted Williams said the best year he ever had was in 1938 when he was hunting and fishing — and playing baseball for the Minneapolis Millers.
Anderson: Minnesota women aim for camaraderie and hit the mark
Ten women who hadn't hunted before headed west from Minnesota to South Dakota to flush, and shoot, pheasants.
Anderson: The DNR needs to act as wolves decimate deer in Minnesota
Hunters and conservation officers alike in northeast Minnesota have watched as deer populations and deer hunters dwindle. Solutions are needed.
Anderson: A dedicated hunter was overdue; then a buck walked up
Minnesota wildlife photographer Bill Marchel can spend years in a bow stand on his property, waiting for a quality buck to pass his way. Here's what happened when it did.
Anderson: Going deer hunting this weekend? Here are five keys to success
Understanding whitetail behavior, knowing your gun and — above all — being safe are among the keys to experiencing a memorable Minnesota firearms deer opener.
Anderson: Ducks (and ghosts) of Lake Christina revel in its comeback
Central Minnesota's Lake Christina had gone from a natural wonder to a murky cesspool nearly devoid of birds. But technology has brought back ducks — and tales of its past.
Anderson: Duck hunters in their 90s still where they want to be — a marsh
Brothers Henry Ernst, 98, and John Ernst, 96, of St. Paul still look to the skies each fall for mallards and other ducks.