New York
Taxidermy-rehab link is likely CWD source
By Steve Piatt Editor Westmoreland, N.Y. – A state Department of Agriculture & Markets officials says it’s likely Chronic Wasting Disease made its way into New York via infected taxidermy materials. Those materials, from the
‘Right to Hunt’ bill faces long haul
By Paula Piatt Associate Editor Albany – Sure, it’s an uphill battle. But Francine DelMonte’s move to amend the New York State Constitution isn’t just about amending the constitution. “I think the sportsmen are losing
Education/Seminars
June 11, 18: Hunter Education Class, Islip Outdoor Range, Freeman Avenue; 10:15 – 4 p.m. Must attend both classes; pre-register call 631-224-5479. June 24, 27: Bowhunter Education Class, Archery Form Pro Shop, Route 25, 202
Angler’s first salmon nets a $10,000 prize
Rochester, N.Y. – Josh Houghtaling of Windsor, N.Y., was trolling for the first time ever on Lake Ontario on May 12 when a fish of large proportions grabbed hold and headed the opposite way from
Education/Seminars
May 21: Bowhunter Education Course, Erie County, Alden, Wood & Brook Sportsmen’s Club; you must pre-register, call 716-228-5917. May 21: Waterfowl Hunter Education Course, Erie County, Gander Mountain, Tonawanda; pre-register in person at Gander Mountain.
CWD focus shifts to containment
By Steve Piatt Editor Westmoreland, N.Y. – A second case of Chronic Wasting Disease has been discovered in New York’s wild deer herd, but it hasn’t changed the approach to keeping the disease in check.
