Today’s outdoor news includes Minnesota’s upcoming waterfowl opener, new South Atlantic red snapper dates, a Pacific halibut commercial closure, Yosemite trail closures tied to the Dome Fire, and a deadly personal-watercraft incident on Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna River.

Hunting and Seasons

• Minnesota’s regular waterfowl season opens September 26: The Minnesota DNR says the season opens 30 minutes before sunrise. You should review season dates, required stamps, regulations, and the state’s new electronic licensing options before heading out.

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Fishing and Regulations

• South Atlantic red snapper season set for October 9 through October 12: NOAA Fisheries says the three-day 2026 federal recreational season has a one-fish daily bag limit and no minimum size limit. Separate exempted fishing permits for eligible participants in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina authorize extended harvest opportunities through October 22.
• Area 2A non-Tribal commercial Pacific halibut fishery closes: NOAA Fisheries announced September 21 that the directed commercial fishery closed after the fleet reached an estimated 96% of its 261,211-pound allocation.

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Wildfire and Fire Restrictions

No significant updates today.

Trail and Access Closures

• Yosemite’s Dome Fire keeps several trails closed: The September 21 National Park Service update says Yosemite remains open overall, but Chilnualna Falls Trail, trails toward Buena Vista and Crescent Lakes, Ostrander Lake Trail, and areas south of it are closed.

Water Safety

• Search crews recover the body of a 21-year-old who fell from a personal watercraft: WGAL reports that Alex Vogelsong of Cumberland County fell into the Susquehanna River near Hill Island, and crews recovered a body Monday after searches using boats, drones, and a police helicopter. Always check conditions, wear a properly fitted life jacket, and stay within your experience level.

Gear Recalls

No significant updates today.

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