Workshop explains tanning

“Moisture is not your friend,” said Joe Furuseth, a six-year veteran of brain tanning.

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At 100, Grand Rapids man still hunting deer

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — Wes Libbey can still remember the first buck he shot at. A big 12-pointer, he recalled.

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Gov. Pawlenty comes to northwestern Minnesota for deer opener

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Pawlenty travels to northwestern Minnesota Friday for the Seventh Annual Governor's Deer Hunting Opener.

John J. McRae column: What is it about deer hunting?

There’s something about deer hunting that defies description. It makes no sense, yet makes the most sense of all. It has a way of striking a chord that grabs a hunter by the soul and doesn’t let go.

Enjoying the afternoon

A runner on the Paul Bunyan Trail takes advantage of the weather Thursday afternoon to clock a few more miles before winter comes. Pioneer Photo/Monte Draper

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Paul Nelson column for Nov. 6: Deer hunting starts; anglers lament season’s end

The rifle deer season opens Saturday morning in the Bemidji area and most of Minnesota.

Pioneer Editiorial: A tradition opens in state forests

The forests surrounding the Bemidji area become a hotbed of activity early Saturday morning as the Minnesota firearms deer season opens.

Deer numbers may be down in Bemidji area

Deer hunters in the Bemidji area may see fewer deer this season in some areas.

Deer hunting: Local hunters shed light on hunting rituals

Three women from the Bemidji area are preparing for rifle season, which begins Saturday at dawn.

• George-Ann Maxson
• Deer numbers may be down in Bemidji area
• John J. McRae column: What is it about deer hunting?
• Paul Nelson column for Nov. 6: Deer hunting starts; anglers lament season’s end
• Sam Cook's blog: A tale of two deer seasons
• Gov. Pawlenty comes to northwestern Minnesota for deer opener

Beltrami County Board: Lucachick pledges hearing on shooting park

While making a pitch for $1.8 million in state bonds from the Minnesota Legislature, the idea of a Beltrami County Shooting Sports Park is far from decided.

Unharvested forest areas part of outdoors beauty

I have had the good fortune of living in this community for 26 years. When I used to come up here from Iowa to visit my in-laws, I never wanted to leave. I took me awhile to get here but I have never regretted the move.

Bemidji State hockey: Outdoorsman Walters making the most of his opportunities at BSU

Bemidji State sophomore forward Shea Walters smiled when asked how important the Minnesota firearms deer season was to his family.

• Pioneer video: Bemidji State vs. Robert Morris hockey preview
• Shea Walters

Blane Klemek column: First encounter with mountain resident

One of the simple pleasures of hunting in the mountains is choosing the perfect place in which to eat and rest. The satisfaction I gain from breathtaking mountain vistas is always worth the extra effort or time it might take to find or reach such places.

Kraus-Anderson Walleye Classic proceeds presented

Proceeds from the ninth annual Kraus-Anderson Walleye Classic have been presented to eight local organizations. The contributions amounted to $37,491.01. Pictured are the sponsors, committee members and beneficiaries. Receiving a check were representatives from Special Olympics, Take a Kid Fishing, Let’s Go Fishing, Boy Scouts, Bemidji Youth League Baseball, Bemidji Baseball Association, Fishing Has No Boundaries, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Sponsors were Acme Tools, Northland Tackle, Paul Bunyan Telephone and Northern Lights Casino Hotel & Event Center. Pictured are, in front, Karl Vigstol, Tom Buckanaga, Duane Peterson, Brian Bissonette; second row, Kevin Fenner, Moe Webb, Erin Jalloh, Janet Holm, Gail Platt, Jo and Bob Claypool, Shelly Grimes, Jane Sweep, Gary Barnard, Susie Balstad; and in back, Bob Fitzgerald, Tracy Pogue, Mike Amble and Dan Posner. Submitted Photo

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Paul Nelson column: If weather cooperates, fish can still be found

November arrives on Sunday with 10 hours and 2 minutes of daylight. The Bemidji area is losing about 18 minutes of daylight per week, which is about 2½ minutes per day.