The global outbreak of novel coronavirus COVID-19 is having a tremendous impact on life around the world. Check back here regularly to learn about how the pandemic is impacting the outdoors community in Ontario.
News
by Editorial Staff | January 22, 2021
A 34-year-old Plympton-Wyoming Township man is $394,717 richer for becoming the grand champion in the OFAH Catch the Ace online progressive lottery.
Hunting
by Jeff Helsdon | January 22, 2021
RCMP union questions the federal government’s strategy to reduce gun crime through the pending buyback of semi-automatic centrefire rifles.
Hunting
by Editorial Staff | January 22, 2021
Hunters who did not file a 2020 mandatory hunter report can still purchase a licence in 2021, the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) has confirmed with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF).
Ask a CO
by Editorial Staff | January 21, 2021
Ask a CO takes Ontario OUT of DOORS readers’ questions and utilizes the knowledge of Conservation Officers to find the answers.
Hunting
by Jeff Helsdon | January 20, 2021
The Pelee Island Pheasant Hunt will be going ahead in 2021. Interested hunters are asked to watch the page in coming months for more details.
Fishing
by Steve Galea | January 19, 2021
Approximately 32,000 anglers and a sample of seniors across Ontario were asked to complete the Survey of Recreational Fishing in Ontario sent out on Jan. 12.
Guns & Gear
by Jeff Helsdon | January 19, 2021
Several conditions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic have caused an ammunition shortage all across Canada.
News
by Steve Galea | January 18, 2021
$4.5 million available to non-profit organizations, indigenous communities, and other groups through the Species at Risk Stewardship Program.
Big Game
by Steve Galea | January 15, 2021
Hunters and anglers frequently deal with tough conditions. For those with serious disabilities, tough conditions reach a whole other level.
Fishing
by Jeff Helsdon | January 14, 2021
Transport Canada is considering new boating regulations, including requiring wind-powered vessels to be licensed.
Ask a CO
by Editorial Staff | January 14, 2021
Ask a CO takes Ontario OUT of DOORS readers’ questions and utilizes the knowledge of Conservation Officers to find the answers.
Cooking
by Andrew Rochon | January 12, 2021
When waterfowl and deer season come to an end, I love to pursue wild rabbits in the snow. They are challenging to hunt and make a tasty stew.
Ice Fishing
by Steve Galea | January 11, 2021
A 23-year-old ice angler from Belleville is dead after breaking through the ice on the Bay of Quinte on Saturday, Jan. 9.
Big Game
by Bruce Ranta | January 11, 2021
Year-round, I have deer in my yard, but my yard isn’t a deer yard. A “deer yard” is an area where deer concentrate during the winter months.
Fishing
by Steve Galea | January 8, 2021
Bass tournament held on July 13-14 in Gananoque resulted in heavy fines and a recreational fishing licence suspension for the organizer.
Guns & Gear
by Steve Galea | January 5, 2021
IBM Canada Limited was one of 15 companies invited to submit proposals for the $1.2 million contract, which was awarded on Dec. 29.
Carp
by Jeff Helsdon | January 4, 2021
Efforts to keep Asian carp out of the Great Lakes took another small step forward in the last days of 2020.
Blogs
by Jason Bain | January 4, 2021
Taking part in his first deer hunt as a licenced hunter provided a nostalgic moment for Jason Bain of Ontario OUT of DOORS.
Big Game
by Steve Galea | December 29, 2020
Steve Galea explores the mental and strategic aspects of trail watching as part of a rewarding hunting strategy.
Fishing
by Tim Allard | December 24, 2020
Try these lure hacks this winter and your catch rates will rise as the temperature drops and walleye get fussy.
News
by Editorial Staff | December 23, 2020
The province wants your input before it decides whether or not to update the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan.
Fishing
by Editorial Staff | December 23, 2020
Check out Ontario OUT of DOORS' 10 most popular online news stories from the year 2020, as selected by you.
Cooking
by Gord Ellis | December 22, 2020
Columnist Gord Ellis shares his tradition of celebrating hunting and family with a meal dubbed "BeastFeast."
Fishing
by Editorial Staff | December 21, 2020
The solunar calendar for January 2021 is now available! Get the dates and times when fish and wildlife will be most active this month.