Previous Columns by David Rainer

Fancher Beast Sets High Bar for Gator Season - May 10, 2012

Retrievers Offer Preview of Master National - May 3, 2012

Fishing Class for Physical Education - April 26, 2012

Second-Grader Catches Record King - April 19, 2012

Catfish Trip Develops Record Twist - April 12, 2012

Early Spring Impacts Turkey Season - April 5, 2012

Big Speckled Trout Live in Little Lagoon - March 29, 2012

CAB Approves Fish Discard, Turtle Regulations - March 22, 2012

Alabama Bass Trail Highlights State's Great Fishing - March 15, 2012

Vinson's February Likely Like No Other - March 8, 2012

Ross' Geese Top Waterfowl Art Contest - March 1, 2012

Maintenance Key to Reliable Firearms Afield - February 23, 2012

Snapper Season Likely Shortest Ever - February 16, 2012

CAB Issues Include Turtle Threat, Dear Season - February 9, 2012

Governor's Quail Hunt Surpasses Goal - February 2, 2012

Herron Sets Example with Youth Hunts - January 26, 2012

Buckmasters Classic Hunt Honors Hinton - January 19, 2012

BOW Deer Hunt Produces Stories to Tell - January 12, 2012

Pugh Continues Advocacy for Hunting in Alabama - January 5, 2012

Lindsey Back at Work After Near-Fatal Fall - December 22, 2011

Mariculture Center Upgrade Underway - December 15, 2011

Don't Forget Harvest Record - December 8, 2011

Karns Study Seeks SOOS Answers - December 1, 2011

Coon Hunters Love Their Dogs and Community - November 23, 2011

MRD, CCA Team Up to Complete Bayou Cour Reef - November 17, 2011

BayBears' Ward Adjusts to Flushing Quail - November 10, 2011

Foster Becomes Bowhunting Convert - November 3, 2011 

Rehabilitated Kemp's Ridley Released - October 27, 2011

Quail-Oyster Dish Takes AWF Prize - October 20, 2011

Promising Forecast for Duck Hunters - October 13, 2011

Pugh to Retire as WFF Director - October 6, 2011

Forever Wild Takes Message to Football Stadiums - September 29, 2011

Veterans Treated to Bass Fishing at A HERO Event - September 22, 2011

Tree-Stand Safety Starts with Full-Body Harness - September 15, 2011

Fancher's Monster Gator Tops 2011 Season - September 8, 2011

Snapper Fishing So Good Quota Exceeded - September 1, 2011

Buckmasters Celebrates 25th Anniversary - August 25, 2011

FDA Tests Rodeo Fish, Deems Seafood Safe - August 18, 2011

Planting Regulations for Doves Reaffirmed - August 11, 2011

B.A.S.S. Headed Back to Alabama - August 4, 2011

Thompson Takes Over Helm at Marine Police - July 28, 2011

Three Alabama Anglers Among Bassmaster All-Stars - July 21, 2011

Good News: Gulf State Park Fire Reduces Fuel Load - July 14, 2011

ADSFR Returns with Record Ambitions - July 7, 2011

Future of Forever Wild in Voters' Hands - June 23, 2011

UA Outdoor Learning Center Unveiled - June 16, 2011

Big Red Snapper Rise to the Occasion - June 9, 2011

New Customers Keep A-Team Fishing Afloat - June 2, 2011

Eufaula Bass in Need of Selective Harvest - May 26, 2011

Advisory Board Puts Rest of Chilton on Permit System - May 19, 2011

Task Force Tackles Gulf Restoration - May 12, 2011

Live Webcast Debuts with Snakes, Alligators - May 5, 2011

All Gulf Waters Finally Open to Fishing - April 28, 2011

Snapper Season Closing Date Still Undecided - April 21, 2011

Marines: Making Difference for All of Us - April 14, 2011

Persistence Leads to Successful Turkey Hunting - April 7, 2011

Share Memories from Alabama State Parks - April 7, 2011

Weeks Bay Day Celebrates Reserve's 25th Anniversary - March 24, 2011

Board Takes Cautious Approach to February Season - March 17, 2011

Pick Pickwick for Trophy Smallmouth - March 10, 2011

Guntersville Tops Classic Anglers' Poll - March 3, 2011

Wild Animals Fare Poorly in Captivity, Pose Risk - February, 24, 2011

Snapper Season on Gulf Council Agenda - February 17, 2011

Advisory Board Puts Tallapoosa on Permit System - February 10, 2011

100-1000 Program Takes First Step in Mobile Bay - February 3, 2011

Guy Returns to Roots as Conservation Commissioner - January 28, 2011

New Hunter Welcomed at Wounded Veterans Hunt - January 21, 2011

Lawley Back to Pell City after 8 Years at Helm of DCNR - January 14, 2011

Marine Conservation Loses Longtime Leader - January 7, 2011

Tip411 Provides Another Tool to Report Violations - December 23, 2010

Caucuses Work to Preserve Outdoors Tradition - December 16, 2010

New Book Highlights Wildlife Successes - December 9, 2010

Check Equipment at Public Shooting Ranges - December 2, 2010

White Trout Biting; Snapper Captains Happy - November 25, 2010

Keep Hunter Safety the Top Priority - November 18, 2010

Oak Mountain Archery Hunt Format Changed - November 11, 2010

Restoring Mussels Top Priority at Aquatic Biodiversity Center - November 4, 2010

Fall Snapper Trip Yields Full Fish Locker - October 28, 2010

Gulf State Park Adds New Pool, Campground Facilities - October 21, 2010

Normal Mast Crop Bodes Well for Deer Hunters - October 14, 2010

Coastal Birdfest Highlights Species and Habitat - October 7, 2010

Rolling on the River at Joe Wheeler State Park - September 30, 2010

Back in the Teal Blind Again, Finally - September 23, 2010

Wheeler Lake Home of Monster Cats - September 16, 2010

Big Gators Highlight 2010 Season - September 9, 2010

Advisory Board Gets Oil Spill Update - September 2, 2010

Fall Snapper Season Gets Thumbs Up from Council - August 26, 2010

Flathead Catfish Pose Concern on Choctawhatchee - August 19, 2010

Crozier Cautiously Optimistic in Aftermath of Oil Spill - August 12, 2010

Alabama Coast Battles Oil-Covered Perception - August 5, 2010

Prattville's Lane Gets Shot at Bassmaster Postseason - July 22, 2010

ANG Helicopter Offers New Perspective on Oil Spill Response - July 15, 2010

Eastern Indigo Snakes Get Another Chance - July 8, 2010

Ros: Kayak Fishing Equals Freedom - July 1, 2010

Gulf Council Hopes for Fall Snapper Season - June 24, 2010

ADSFR Forced to Cancel 2010 Events - June 17, 2010

Oil's Effect on Offshore Habit Has Shipp Concerned - June 10, 2010

Snapper Season Ends Essentially after Opening Day - June 3, 2010

AWF Cook-Off Teams Cook Up Humor, Tasty Fare - May 27, 2010

Advisory Board Hears Requests, Finalizes Hunting Seasons - May 20, 2010

Pier License, No Net-Loss Bills Passed - May 13, 2010

ADCNR Prepares for Impact of Oil Spill - May 6, 2010

Gowen: Wheeler Doesn't Get Its Due - April 29, 2010

White-Nose Syndrome Threatens Bats - April 22, 2010

Anglers Await Arrival of Cobia, Tripletail - April 15, 2010

Barnetts Update Wild Turkey Book - April 8, 2010

Oyster Relay Works to Revive Reefs - April 1, 2010

Alabama River Produces Slab Crappie, Again - March 25, 2010

Sipsey Fork Groups Debate Access to Trout - March 18, 2010

WFFD Tries New Tactic For Stocking Delta Bass - March 11, 2010

Yo-yos Maximize Cold-Weather Fishing Success - March 4, 2010

Classic Showcases Alabama's Renowned Bass Fishing - February 25, 2010

Snapper Season Shorter Despite Higher Quota - February 18, 2010

Advisory Board Endorses Forever Wild, Sees New Honor Guard - February, 11, 2010

Latest Deer Season Appears 'Average' - February 4, 2010

Seminars' Aim: Save Trapping Tradition - January 28, 2010

Disabled Hunt Has Personal Impact on Morrow - January 21, 2010

Snapper Stocks Updates; Increase Quota Delayed - January 14, 2010

WMAs Saved with Long-Term Leases - January 7, 2010

Fairhope Students Release Alligator Gar - December 17, 2009

Don't Take Firearms Safety for Granted - December 10, 2009

Gulf State Pier Back in Full Operation - December 3, 2009

Day Outdoors Offers Wonderful Education - November 26, 2009

Barbour Countians Give Buck Restrictions Thumbs Up - November 19,2009

Boats Fill Perdido Pass to Protest Gulf Fishing Regs - November 12, 2009

Fall Foliage in North Alabama Breathtaking - November 5, 2009

Alabama Bucks Have Hunters Excited - October 29, 2009

WMAs Offer Quality Hunting to Public - October 22, 2009

Dunn Aims Efforts at Non-Hunters, Youth - October 15, 2009

Lowndes WMA Adds 1,343 Acres Through Forever Wild - October 8, 2009

Weather Doesn't Dim Youth Dove Hunt Enthusiasm - October 1, 2009

Forever Wild Adds Tracts, OKs Purchase in Elmore County - September 24, 2009

Calm Wind, Flounder Make for Gigging Good Night - September 17, 2009

Vinson Predicts Good Fishing for BASS Events - September 10, 2009

Thornton's Delta Gator Enters Record Book - September 3, 2009

Abundant Ducks, Water Have Waterfowlers Pumped - August 27,2009

Black Belt Adventures Taps Rich Natural Resources - August 20, 2009

Alliance's Goal: Healthy Gulf of Mexico - August 13, 2009

Lakepoint Resort Open for Business - August 6, 2009

Red Snapper on Comeback Trail - July 30, 2009

Gulf State Park Celebrates Pier Opening - July 23, 2009

ADSFR Aids in Bull Redfish Sampling - July 16, 2009

Summer Means Bream Biting at Lake Eufaula - July 9, 2009

Fish Lesions Likely Result of Freshwater Influx - July 2, 2009

Bass Fishing Shines in BAIT Report - June 25, 2009

Hendron Honored for Geneva Response - June 18, 2009

Cook-Off Winners Score Big Points - June 4, 2009

Little River Canyon Offers Amazing Vistas - May 28, 2009

Dog Deer Hunting Permit System Approved - May 21, 2009

Cullman Community Archery Park Opens - May 14, 2009

Big Fish Provide Big Surprises - May 7, 2009

Alabama Gets $51.1 Million CIAP Share - April 30, 2009

Quail Group Honors WFF's Stewart - April 23, 2009

Outdoor Expo Offers Fun for All - April 16, 2009

Camden's McGraw Atop Friction Calling World - April 9, 2009

Marine Police Celebrates 50th Anniversary - April 2, 2009

Wildlife Violator Compact Tops Legislative List - March 26, 2009

Sheepshead Fishing Hot on Alabama Coast - March 19, 2009

Advisory Board Postpones Dog Deer Hunting Votes - March 12, 2009

DeSoto State Park Campground Set to Reopen - March 5, 2009

Search Is on for Southern Walleye - February 26, 2009

Mosley Makes Most of Trips to Tombigbee - February 19, 2009

Rattlesnake 'Gassing' Gets CAB's Attention - February 12, 2009

Feral Hog Problem Multiplies Quickly - February 5, 2009

Blair Earns Redemption at Buckmasters Life Hunt - January 29, 2009

Dove Hunt Gets Youths Off to Right Start - January 22, 2009

Ignore Scare Tactics about Venison - January 15, 2009

Use of Deer Scents Starts with Being Scent-Free - January 8, 2009

BHA Becomes Partner in Oak Mountain Hunt - January 1, 2009

Johnson Witnessed Change in Wildlife Attitudes - December 18, 2008

Tribute to an Outdoors Father - Donald Rainer - December 11, 2008

Waterfowl Season Off to Good Start - December 4, 2008

Fewer Acorns Good News for Deer Hunters - November 20, 2008

Dove Hunt Shows Appreciation to Hunter Ed Instructors - November 13, 2008

Alabama Gulf Coast Offers Fun Family Fishing - November 6, 2008

'Merch' Gets Proper Burial at Coon Dog Cemetery - October 30, 2008

Alabama Red-Bellied Turtle Gets Added Protection - October 23, 2008

BOW Brings Smiles to Participants' Faces - October 16, 2008

Newly Renamed Birdfest Set Oct. 16-19 - October 9, 2008

Teague: Choose Deer Ammo Wisely - October 2, 2008

ADCNR Adjusts to Fuel Price Crunch - September 25, 2008

Jubilees Spice Life on Eastern Shore - September 18, 2008

New Marengo Shooting Range Open - September 11, 2008

Fines for Game Violations Now Have Teeth - September 4, 2008

Storm Limits Alligator Season Success - August 28, 2008

Cathedral Caverns Inspire Awe - August 21, 2008