Fishing
Unified spokesman muzzled by pols
By P.J. Reilly Southeast Correspondent Lancaster, Pa. — The Unified Sportsmen of Pennsylvania on June 8 found themselves on the outside looking in. Representing one of the largest sportsmen’s organizations in the state, the Unified
Survey says grouse numbers may be up
By Bill Parker Editor Lansing — For the first time in several years it appears ruffed grouse numbers are on the rise. Biologists and volunteers who assist with the state’s spring drumming survey reported a
Little ‘J’ case ruling will loom large across state
By Deborah Weisberg Contributing Writer Huntingdon, Pa. — It could be months before a ruling with statewide implications is handed down in the trial over access rights on the Little Juniata River. The week-long trial
Court decision raises wetlands quandaries
By Tim Spielman Associate Editor Washington — Late last month, conservation leaders and developers alike struggled to determine the meaning of a Supreme Court decision regarding federal wetlands protection. Promoted as a possible “landmark” case
Senate OKs rifles for more counties
By Steve Piatt Editor Albany – Legislation that would expand rifle hunting for deer and bear into three more Southern Zone counties has been approved by the state Senate and was expected to be considered
Fish virus is watched closely
Syracuse, N.Y. (AP) – Scientists say a fish virus transplanted from Europe is responsible for the deaths of thousands of round gobies in Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River and could threaten other species
Increase planned for ’07 spring turkey tags
By Tim Eisele Correspondent Black River Falls, Wis. — Hunters will be able to apply for an increased number of turkey permits next spring, if the DNR Turkey Management Committee stands by its proposal for
Will alternative energy pose a threat to CRP?
By Tim SpielmanAssociate Editor Washington — As U.S. leaders look for ways to reduce the country’s dependence on foreign energy sources, wildlife and habitat may be unlikely victims, conservation groups fear. That’s why a collection
Deer hunting tourney is on tap near Gladwin
By Bill Parker Editor Gladwin, Mich — Competitive hunting is coming to the Lost Arrow Deer Ranch in Gladwin. Real estate executive David Farbman told Michigan Outdoor News that he is fulfilling a dream by
