Bear hunting regulations cause blogger to do a double take
North Carolina allows the use of bait for bear hunting – well sort of.
Mark Nale
The sound of acorns dropping signals nature’s bounty in Pennsylvania for hunters
Many species of Pennsylvania wildlife depend on acorns to carry them through the winter. This is shaping up to be a bountiful autumn.
Heat and drought impacting cooperative trout nurseries in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission cooperative trout nurseries are in weather-related trouble, and this summer’s extended heat and dry weather will mean fewer trout stocked next spring.
Pennsylvania sees first case of West Nile virus in a dove
Port Matilda, Pa. — An ongoing Pennsylvania study that began in 2015 strongly links the ruffed grouse population decline to invasion of West Nile virus. Now, at least one more Keystone State game species – the mourning dove – was also found to have died from the disease. A sick dove was observed near Port Matilda in late August. The…
Delisting timber rattlesnakes was the correct move in Pennsylvania
Despite well over 2, 000 letters in opposition, the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission voted to delist the timber rattlesnake. It was the right thing to do.
A look at private development of Pennsylvania’s state parks – Part 2
House Bill 2013 and state park commercialization – who should control it? A look at surrounding states.
A look at private development of Pennsylvania’s state parks – Part 1
Who should control commercialization in Pennsylvania state parks?
Discarded fishing line still a problem in Pennsylvania
Discarded tangles of monofilament create dangers for animals and people in Pennsylvania, and give all spin-anglers a bad name.
Targeting deer in known CWD-infected areas in Pennsylvania with sharpshooters – a good idea
While you might not be thrilled with the idea of the Pennsylvania Game Commission using sharpshooters to cull suspected CWD-positive deer, you should support the concept.
Enjoyable outdoor writers' conference in Sayre, Pennsylvania
Outdoor writers’ conference provides opportunity to improve craft
Tips for releasing trout successfully
More and more anglers are releasing trout, but my observations tell me that education is needed in that department.
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission misusing trout stamp money – or so I was told
A Pennsylvania fisherman’s comment about trout stamps illustrates the lack of understanding and knowledge of some sportspersons.
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission makes the right decision with respect to adult mentors not keeping trout
A positive change was made to the PFBC’s Mentored Youth Trout Days for 2016 – adults will be required to release their catch.
Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission makes the right decision with respect to adult mentors not keeping trout
A positive change was made to the PFBC’s Mentored Youth Trout Days for 2016 – adults will be required to release their catch.
First Pennsylvania trout outing of the new year always special
Pennsylvania’s wild-trout streams provide the best angling in the state.
Joint Deer-Forest blog and study are valuable for hunters
Even veteran, experienced hunters learning from and enjoying frequent posts
Just watching the birds in Pennsylvania
Hunting or fishing is not always the best option when Mother Nature opens up her deep freeze. Maybe it is just time to stay inside and watch the birds.
'Silver' blogger purchases his Senior Lifetime fishing license
Author gives details and reflects on the true bargain of purchasing a Senior Lifetime fishing license.
More wild trout streams identified in Pennsylvania
Fish & Boat Commission adding 38 new sections of wild trout streams to the Class A list, but the majority of anglers still don’t understand the program.
An exciting Pennsylvania deer season
Many factors come together to make an enjoyable rifle deer season in Pennsylvania, which the author experienced.
A Pennsylvania coyote rumor that will not die
Rumors about coyotes being stocked live on in different forms.
Hunting with your ears
Hunting with your ears can provide big benefits.
Hunter gets a Pennsylvania doe with a bow
Author gets back into archery deer hunting after a 30-year hiatus.
A real treasure for hunting, fishing and much more – Pennsylvania's state parks
Have you ever stop to think about the hunting and fishing benefits that we enjoy with our award-winning state park system?
Octobe bristles with outdoor opportunities in Pennsylvania
Deer, trout, grouse – October bristles with Pennsylvania outdoor opportunities – get out there and enjoy them.
Enhancing revenue for the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission
No one likes a license fee increase, but two new stamps are a possible way for the agency to raise more revenue and stay financially solvent.
