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Patrick Durkin

Patrick Durkin
President at Wisconsin Outdoor Communicators Association
Patrick Durkin is a lifelong bowhunter and full-time freelance outdoor writer/editor who lives in Waupaca, Wisconsin. He has covered hunting, fishing and outdoor issues since 1983. His work appears regularly in national hunting publications, and his weekly outdoors column has appeared regularly in over 20 Wisconsin newspapers since 1984.
Latest Articles
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Are Wolves Good or Bad for the Great Lakes States?

Wolves tend to be the controversial species these days, but whether you love them or hate them - are wolves good for the Great Lakes States?

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Predators Don’t ‘Coexist’ With Prey

Predators and the prey they pursue - some control experts would say they should simply learn to get along, you know, coexist.

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Zinke Visits Highlight Huntersโ€™ Conservation Investments

Do hunters and outdoorsmen truly pay the bills? Secretary Zinke visited several states in March to deliver the payouts, which total $1.1 billion.

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Biologist Consider Bounties to Attack Nationโ€™s Worst CWD Outbreak

Could bounties to attack the nation's worst CWD outbreak truly work in the fight against this deadly deer disease?

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Secretary Zinke: More Access, Little Conservation

One year in, is Secretary Zinke getting things done in the name of conservation and hunter access or simply opening up more government access?

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Deer Farms Keep Trucking CWD

Some deer farms seem to be helping do their fair share to spread CWD crisis from one farm to another.

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Counterfeit Archery Products: Are You Buying Them?

Does buying counterfeit archery products really hurt anybody? Here's a look at what you should consider before you make your next purchase.

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Bowhunting Steers Packersโ€™ Jeff Janis to ATA Trade Show

Green Bay Packer, Jeff Janis, admits he'll sneak in a quick bowhunt in on Sunday morning before kickoff.

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How Does Toxic Bait Affect Deer

What affect can toxic bait play on your local deer herd? Are there regulations in place to keep wildlife safe?

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First Deer Hunt

A deer hunter never seems to forget the stories that come with that first hunting experience.

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Alsheimer Leaves the Woods Too Soon

We can't help but think Charlie Alsheimer left the woods too soon, but what he accomplished in the time God gave him is nothing short of amazing.

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Are Crossbows Hurting Deer Numbers?

Is crossbow hunting hurting deer numbers? Here's a look at some statistics that show the impact crossbow hunting has.

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Do Deer Whistles Really Work For Protecting Your Vehicle?

They've been around for decades, but do deer whistles mounted to the bumper of your car really protect you from a deer/vehicle collision?

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Wildlife Make Surprise Daytime Visits to Elk Camp

You never know what to expect when you get surprise visits from wildlife in hunting camp. Pat Durkin shares the story of wildlife in his elk camp.

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Few Things Come Easy When Bowhunting Elk

Pat Durkin shares of the battles endured and lessons learned when bowhunting elk in the backcountry.

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Hunters Find Convenient Listening With Podcasts

Hunting podcasts are a growing trend. What sets the good ones apart from the rest? Here's a look at some of the best podcasts available to hunters.

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Personal Locator Beacon: This โ€˜Lifelineโ€™ is Worth the Price

No one ever plans to get get lost or stranded while in the woods or on the water, but with the Personal Locator Beacon, you can be prepared.

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WI DNR Forsakes Duties to Hunters

The latest updates on the WI DNR and how it affects hunters across the state.

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Wisconsin’s Bait Ban Veto

The CWD debate in Wisconsin continues to stay heated among law-makers. But is a decision to veto the bait ban helping or hurting the deer herd?

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Counting Wildlife: Worth the Trouble?

Wildlife agencies and universities spend lots of energy and money collecting data and research, but is it really worth it?