13-yr old harvests massive bull elk, plus fall fishing tips

JPT Head Coach Revermann says that the lakes are starting to cool off, and that means walleyes are actively seeking larger minnows and perch that have been growing throughout the warmer summer months.

He shares that he mostly uses rainbow minnows but also has suggestions on other live bait that works well for fall fishing.

He said that a jig-and-minnow is a go-to presentation for many anglers this time of year, but there are a couple things you can tackle to be a more productive jig fisherman. LEARN MORE:

There are key things that a responsible hunter needs to abide by to keep everyone safe in the field, such as being familiar with your firearm before you head out in the field, wearing the proper blaze clothing, and knowing your target - and what is beyond that target in case you miss the shot, but here is a list of other things to remember:

- Properly tag your deer according to state regulations.
Before you start field-dressing or moving your harvest, kill tags should be filled out and properly placed on the deer.

– Respect landowner rights
If a deer runs onto private property, you need to know your state’s laws regarding whether the hunter cannot retrieve it without the landowner’s permission. Always respect posted trespassing signs. If you’re hunting near someone else’s property, contact the landowner ahead of time; don’t wait until you’re tracking game.

– Share public land
State-managed wildlife land is a popular place to hunt. Hunters should research and scout the land they plan to hunt well before the hunt. There are rules about using portable hunting stands, and you need to respect other hunters in this shared space.

– Leave the land better than you found it
Practice the “leave no trace” ethic and don’t litter. Whatever is brought into the woods should be taken back out.

Copies of state hunting regulations are available online. Make it your job to read the regulations and share your knowledge with other hunters in your party!