Compost, often referred to as "black gold" by gardeners, is a nutrient-rich soil conditioner that is invaluable for maintaining healthy plants and a thriving garden. It is essentially decomposed organic matter that enriches soil, promotes beneficial microorganisms, and helps retain moisture. Understanding composting, creating your own compost, and utilizing it effectively can … [Read more...] about From Stink to Soil: Turning a Rotten Situation into Compost Gold
Conservation
$2.1 Million Boosts Colorado Wildlife Research & Hunting Heritage Projects
From research focused on the cause of declining juvenile elk numbers to projects aimed at enhancing wildlife habitat and supporting hunting heritage, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its conservation partners supplied $2,176,597 to Colorado. The grant funding benefits elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, black bears, mountain lions and many other wildlife species. "The … [Read more...] about $2.1 Million Boosts Colorado Wildlife Research & Hunting Heritage Projects
Nebraska Firearm Deer Harvest Down
Preliminary results from the 2023 Nebraska November firearm deer season show statewide harvest was down 18-percent from 2022 and down 29-percent from the 2018-2022 average. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission expected these results for the November 11-19 season based on several factors that indicated a decline in harvest was coming. Lower harvest and deer populations were … [Read more...] about Nebraska Firearm Deer Harvest Down
Washington Allotted Nearly $1.7 Million to Support Conservation
Washington’s elk, deer, moose, turkey and other wildlife species are getting $1,679,574 in grant funding to enhance habitat and improve both migration corridors and scientific research. The funds, supplied by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partners, also support an array of mentored hunting, fishing, youth camps and other outdoor-related events and … [Read more...] about Washington Allotted Nearly $1.7 Million to Support Conservation
First Ever Lifetime Hunting Suspension in Indiana
An Indiana Conservation Officer investigation has resulted in multiple charges, fines, and the first lifetime hunting suspension of its kind in state history for a West Lafayette man. Hanson Pusey, 25, was sentenced Thursday in Warren County Court to a lifetime hunting suspension along with home detention, probation, and payment of replacement fees stemming from an … [Read more...] about First Ever Lifetime Hunting Suspension in Indiana
