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Famous Benezette town bull dead
One of the most famous residents in Pennsylvania’s northcentral region died Jan. 7, but you may not have seen an obituary. That’s because he was an elk. Nicknamed “Freddy” by local residents and wearing Game
MN DNR: Wall of Shame mounts stolen
St. Paul – Thieves have stolen 18 white-tailed deer and other mounted animals from the DNR. The agency and St. Paul Police Department are investigating the thefts of the mounts – all killed by poachers

A few thoughts from 2011 DNR Roundtable
The 2011 Wildlife, Fisheries and Eco-Services Roundtable last weekend drew a strong crowd during a cold January weekend. Gotta give the DNR credit for organizing the roundtable during the slow, quiet, post-holidays time of year.

Paddle the turkey, it's time for spring!
It might be the dead of winter but there are already signs of spring. Oh sure, the first of many outdoors shows is taking place this weekend in St. Paul but that’s not what I’m

It Doesn’t Take Eagle Eyes to Spot this Nest
It was an encouraging sign, but with a hint of concern. A pair of bald eagles has started constructing a nest on a lake in Luzerne County. A local Wildlife Conservation Officer told me about

Watching the deer and wondering
I recently had the opportunity to observe a group of deer feeding undisturbed through the forest. I watched these deer for nearly an hour as they meandered here and there. I’m always interested in what

Open letter to Jeff Foiles: Was it worth it?
What’s the difference between Jeff Foiles and Paris Hilton? Not much if you ask me! They’ve used and abused their money and status, and now it’s gone and backfired on them! Yet in my opinion,

Thoughts on hunting and regulations and complainers
A few deer hunters write, from time to time in letters to the editor, about hanging up their rifles. Sometimes trout anglers follow the same path with their fly rods and cane poles. Most of
Controlled pheasant hunting season extended at a handful of sites
Bird hunters up and down the state still looking to put a pheasant or two in their freezer have been given some extra time, assuming they want to brave the cold and snow. DNR announced