
Numbers don't lie when it comes to bats
Game Commission bat-trapping efforts reveal significant decline across the state
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Game Commission bat-trapping efforts reveal significant decline across the state
Three hunters sparked an outcry after posting images of an impressive albino moose they killed in the Cape Breton Highlands this fall
Banquets/Fundraisers Oct. 12: Lick Hill V.F.D. Banquet, 6:30 p.m. For more info call Justin Fresh, 724-996-5435. Oct. 19: Central Pennsylvania WTU Banquet, 6 p.m., Fort Indiantown Gap Comm. Center. For more info call Ron Reeder,
NORTHWEST REGION From the Game Commission • Jefferson County WCO Roger A. Hartless encountered two individuals returning to their vehicle after searching for ginseng on SGL 244. According to the two individuals, ginseng root is
Lake Erie and tributaries (Erie County) — In the lake, walleyes were moving west and perch were hitting in about 55 feet, as conditions allowed in late September. Anglers fishing out of Conneaut Harbor launch
Allegheny River (Allegheny County) — Nice numbers of walleyes, saugers and smallmouth bass were hitting around Harmar, with soft baits the ticket. Allegheny River (Armstrong County) — A 56-inch flathead catfish reportedly was released from

There’s no denying that when the Pennsylvania Game Commission approved the use of crossbows during the archery season in 2009, it benefited hunters.
Big Fishing Creek (Clinton County) — Low, clear water in the upper-50s was reported by TCO Fly Shop Sept. 29. Tan Caddis, Slate Drakes, Light Cahills, Midges and a few October Caddis were providing some

Howard Myers had a serious message for the Pennsylvania Game Commission: Handicapped hunters are customers, too!
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