Steve Piatt: Inclusion of crossbows in archery season means there’s now more than one ‘opener’ in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s debate over Opening Day of the firearms deer season isn’t likely to die down anytime soon, and I guess I’m okay with that. At least it shows our continued passion for hunting and, while our numbers are dwindling, a strong legion who pursue whitetails every year.
Admittedly, I don’t have a dog in this fight. I’m retired, don’t have to head off to deer camp right after stuffing myself with turkey and stuffing, and consider Opening Day a grand tradition no matter which day it’s held.

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