Opinions
Commentary: Hunters need input into game Pennsylvania commissioner selections
The topic of state legislators involved in Pennsylvania Game Commission issues is not likely to go away until the real issue of the dynamic between hunters in Pennsylvania and the Game Commission is resolved. <br
Notes off a soiled cuff: 71-year old Pennsylvania hunter grateful for opportunities with a crossbow
The once bitter debate about whether crossbow use should be allowed in the fall archery deer season has cooled a lot in recent years because so many hunters use them to enjoy the autumn woods.
A Birdwatcher’s Paradise: Pyramid State Recreation Area in Illinois beckons for fall and winter birding
When the leaves start to change, and the chill of winter fills the air, many people might be tempted to hang up their binoculars and stow away their field guides.
But if you’re a
Nobody Asked Me, But…: Quick-hit thoughts on New York’s outdoor issues
…From personal observations, the effects of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease (EHD) in my part of the state really took a toll on the whitetail population two years ago, and the deer herd does not seem to
Capitalizing on New York’s Northern Zone early season for whitetails
The 2022 Northern Zone regular season remains a head-scratcher for myself and our crew, the Iron Sight Gang. It was certainly unpredictable in terms of rutting activity and featured some of the warmest early-season temperatures
Ongoing conflicts might make for U.S. shortage in ammunition
The conflagration of the ongoing Ukraine-Russian War and now the volatile Israeli-Hamas/Palestinian War is expected to fire a broadside shot at American hunters and firearms enthusiasts.
Firearms-associated chat-rooms – and even firearms industry experts
Commentary: Wisconsin DNR made right call on Mississippi River goose season
I am writing in response to Mr. Ray Heidel’s Commentary regarding the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the agency’s decision to make a change to the Mississippi River Canada goose zone season dates.<br
Commentary: The forward-scan genie is out of the lamp in fishing; now what?
Forward-facing sonar is starting to get a bit of pushback from anglers other than the many of us who are envious of those who can afford it.
Pat Neu, president and co-founder of the National
Commentary: Wisconsin wolf management myths busted
Following the development and possible finalization of the new Wisconsin Wolf Management Plan, and being part of past efforts that began in 2009 and strolled through three attempts, can be a very frustrating and time-consuming
