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Waterfowl hunters: Don’t spread phragmites
Phragmites australis, also known as common reed, is a non-native grass that aggressively invades wetlands. Once established, it becomes nearly impossible to eradicate. It is not your friend.

New gun law answers, communication still lacking
When Gov. Kathy Hochul brought together state legislators for an “extraordinary” session in late June, and waved the three-day discussion period before passing the Concealed Carry Improvement Act on July 1, there was a sense

Outdoor News Sounding Board: What’s your dog’s favorite bird to hunt and why?
Dogs are an essential part of Game Fair with over 4,000 of them attending the event each year representing a multitude of shapes, sizes and breeds. The search was on for dogs that like pursuing

Chasin’ late summer’s big cats (no relation to terrestrial mammals)
The author has long shared his disdain for free-ranging feral cats, but those whiskered underwater behemoths? He loves them.

Making the best of horrid heat in Pennsylvania
Finding something to do with outside temps hovering around 100 degrees is a challenge.

Organizations opposed to repeal of Pittman-Robertson
In case you haven’t heard, according to a report issued by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-Ga) has introduced legislation that would repeal the Pittman-Robertson excise tax on firearms and ammunition. The

Modern reads for Pennsylvania outdoors enthusiasts
Good books by Pennsylvania authors.

Pritzker: $17.5 million in funding to renovate Rend Lake Resort
Gov. JB Pritzker announced today that a long-awaited renovation of the popular Rend Lake Resort in Southern Illinois will get underway in 2023 with an investment of more than $17.5 million. The funding will renovate

Exploring the Genny
Exploring new areas around New York State for different species of fish is always exciting. Sharing that with a son-in-law and a grandson offers great satisfaction. Reacquainting with a friend is a bonus. Put it