Hunting
Tom Venesky: Concern over appointment process for Pennsylvania Game, Fish & Boat commissioners
The appointment process for members of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and Fish & Boat has the potential to, one day, be a disaster for hunters and anglers.
But it can all be avoided. The
Commentary: Can reforming National Environmental Policy Act help fish and wildlife conservation?
Recently, the outdoor press has raised concerns about reforms the Trump administration has proposed to the National Environmental Policy Act. Mostly, articles have highlighted the potential for negative impacts to fish and wildlife conservation. Not
Michigan bill proposes lifetime hunting, fishing licenses for disabled veterans
Michigan veterans with a service-connected disability could receive free or discounted lifetime hunting and fishing licenses under legislation recently introduced in both chambers of the state legislature.
The bills would create a tiered structure
Ralph Loos: Michigan hunting rules, they are a changin’ – and changes, they are a rulin’
So far, the only noticeable hitch in the refurbished Michigan spring turkey season was a gobbled reference in the printed version of the 2026 Spring Turkey Regulations Summary.
DNR was quick to post a
Nominees being sought for the Ohio DNR Hall of Fame
The Ohio Natural Resources Hall of Fame Award is a top conservation honor that recognizes lifetime achievements when it comes to the protection and preservation of the state’s natural resources.
Controlled turkey hunting, trout fishing opportunities available in Ohio
The Ohio DNR (ODNR) Division of Wildlife encourages hunters and anglers to apply now for special spring 2026 wild turkey hunts and trout fishing dates. The application period is open through Tuesday, March 31.
Mallard in Pennsylvania’s Blair County displays both male and female traits
A mallard observed this winter in central Pennsylvania sparked discussion among birders and waterfowl hunters after appearing to display traits of both sexes.
Gliding across the water alongside a flock of mallards and an
Grouse group in Pennsylvania needs volunteers for planting, fencing for wildlife
Want to help wildlife? Members of the Upland Bird Hunt Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society in Pennsylvania need volunteers for planting and fencing for wildlife for two projects.
First, on Friday, April 3,
Pennsylvania Mixed Bag: Sunday for waterfowl seasons undecided
It still hasn’t been determined whether Sundays will be included in the 2026-27 migratory game bird seasons, according to the Game Commission.
