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Arrival of COVID-19 encourages outdoor activities
Participating in outdoor activities almost guarantees ‘social distancing’

PFBC cancels Southeast Regional trout season amid COVID-19 outbreak
The Fish & Boat Commission also announced a number of changes to its trout stocking plans. For starters, public volunteers are no longer permitted to assist with trout stocking, a longtime tradition for many families

Changing times at New York Outdoor News
It was more than 15 years ago that I made the acquaintance of Steve (and Paula) Piatt, when the first edition of the New York Outdoor News (NYON) made its appearance on the outdoor scene.

Hemlock trees under attack in New York, Pennsylvania
I have a special fondness for hemlock trees because to me they symbolize the very essence of the northwoods. Between New York and Pennsylvania, I bow hunt from at last six different treestands and they

Threat of virus hits state agencies, including ODNR
Meetings canceled for several boards in coming days.

Hunting, fishing license buyers fund the outdoor cause in Ohio
Author suggests buying one is a wise investment in wildlife.

Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission pledges money to promoting fishing by Hispanic families
Hispanic families in Berks County to benefit from fishing programs specially aimed at increasing their angling participation.

Ice fishing tip: Think shallow for late season panfish
Locate standing weeds in shallow water in late winter, and hungry panfish will be hanging out nearby.

Late-winter tree pruning
Not only might you have some happy wildlife, you’ll have some nice apple wood to use in a food smoker, and the satisfaction of doing something yourself.