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It’s one of the longest rivers in the United States, and it's full of fish. Discover what is lurking in the Arkansas River.

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Unassuming freshwater mussels are emerging as environmental heroes. These humble mollusks serve as the “livers of our rivers,” filtering 10-20 gallons of water daily while removing harmful algae, ...

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Slowly, but surely, the weather is starting to show signs of what's to come in the next couple of months − drier, cooler temperatures that make going outdoors more comfortable. But the fish are always ...

This summer scientists drilled deep below the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of northeastern US and tapped into a huge, mysterious reservoir of freshwater — what they discovered could have big ...

Big game hunting pushes hunters into wild country in search of elk, moose, caribou, bear, and other giants of the backcountry. At Field & Stream, we bring you the strategies, gear reviews, and stories ...