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December 11, 2024

Pair of events bring nearly two dozen women afield in Central, Western N.Y.

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It is no secret that hunting is witnessing a significant shift in demographics. For the past few years, studies have indicated an uptick in women’s participation in hunting, even as overall participation in hunting trends downward.
According to a 2023 study released by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), the number of women participating in hunting increased from 17% in 2020 to 25% in 2022. Women have become a key target demographic in the recruit, retain, reactivate (R3) movement, which has an overall goal of ensuring the future of hunting.

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Illinois scientist joins in release of a ‘most endangered’ species

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An Illinois Natural History Survey postdoctoral scholar joined the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and other conservation groups in the release of black-footed ferrets in the far eastern lands of Colorado.
Nathan Alexander, who among other things previously researched avian disease in the Great Lakes, represented the collaborative conservation genetics lab at INHS, which is exploring innovative eDNA testing from soil samples to detect the ferrets, monitor its predators and track various disease risks.

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Late-season bow hunting means having a plan to withstand tough conditions

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As the end of New York’s regular (rifle) deer seasons comes to a close, plenty of opportunities await for some late-season bowhunting. However, planning can bring an array of things to consider, especially knowing that temperatures could plummet into the single digits, and there might be more days with snow than without.
All things considered, let’s break it down and examine what should be on the top of the list to ensure the best chance to succeed.

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