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PA: New USP president now a lobbyist on deer issue

Harrisburg – Pittsburgh businessman Randy Santucci took over as president of the Unified Sportsmen of Pennsylvania Oct. 10. On Oct. 11 he was in the Governor’s Office here meeting with three advisers of Gov. Tom

PA: Elk crop-damage policy questioned

Benezette, Pa. – At a time when the value of Pennsylvania‘s elk herd is at an all-time high, some are questioning the Game Commission’s crop-damage policy. Elk tourism has been growing in recent years and

PA: Calendar of Events Issue: 22

Season Dates. Oct. 29: Turkey season (males and females) opens in select WMU’s. Oct. 31: Elk season opens. Nov. 5: Elk season ends. Nov. 7: Extended elk season opens. Nov. 12: Turkey season (males and

PA: Cuffs and Collars Issue: 22

NORTHWEST REGION Butler County WCO Randy W. Pilarcik is investigating the dumping of 13 bags of garbage and pieces of furniture on a portion of Moraine State Park. Charges will be filed. Forest County WCO

Numbers don't lie on Sunday hunting

The numbers were telling. They were revealed during a recent public forum with the Pennsylvania Game Commission and two state legislators. The event was held in Hanover Township, Luzerne County, and the panel consisted of

Inconsistency the Pattern for Fishing License Buyers

I know some people think that I am out of touch, but recent revelations really make me feel that way. Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission research into fishing license buyers found that only 8 percent

PA: Commissioners hate smaller trout advice

Erie, Pa. – The idea of raising smaller trout to save money? It doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere anytime soon. Brian Wisner, chief of the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission’s hatchery division, first floated

PA: PF&BC OKs mandatory cold-water PFD rule

Erie, Pa. – Anglers and hunters are going to have something in common soon. Starting next fall, they’ll both be required to wear life jackets while on the water at certain times of the year.

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