Kids’ Fish Art Contest 2025 winners named
The 22nd annual Kids' Fish Art Contest invited Ontario students to display their creative talents for the chance to win a fishing prize pack.
Monster brook trout caught
Thunder Bay angler Randy Beamish caught a 26-inch, 10-pound brook trout with an 18-inch girth on a dry fly in June on the Nipigon River.
MNR name returns
Ontario’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) has reverted back to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR).
On lifejackets
Today, boaters must have a personal flotation device (PFD) or lifejacket of an appropriate size, in working order, and readily accessible.
Breaking up birds
In fall turkey hunting, an effective tactic is to rush a flock of birds in order to deliberately scatter them. Try this also on waterfowl.
Taking stock of your firearms
Read about what Ken Doherty has learned about insuring, appraising, and photographing firearms over the years.
Fall 2024 digital issue available
The Fall 2024 digital issue of Ontario OUT of DOORS magazine is now available. Subscribe today for your digital access.
Considering a reel’s drag
A fishing reel’s drag tension should be set to release line when necessary to prevent breakage, and also to relieve pressure.
The do’s and don’ts of wildlife parts
Once, the sale of wildlife parts was common in Ontario. So what are the basic rules around buying and selling of wildlife parts in Ontario?