Pennsylvania General Assembly passes Sunday hunting bill, awaits governor
Senate Bill 147 authorizes the Pennsylvania Game Commission to add three Sundays to hunting seasons.
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Sunday deer hunting likely coming, but it won’t happen in 2019
Senate Bill 147 has not been passed in final form yet, and even if it passes the state Senate a second time and is signed into law, it will not take effect until 90 days after passage – not in time for 2019 hunts.
Century-old elk transplant project proves a boon to hunters
All descendants of the original transplants from the early-1900s, they live in Elk, Cameron, Clinton, Clearfield and Potter counties, although, on occasion some stray from that region, including a bull that ventured into Cambria County in 2010.
New CWD detection means southward expansion of disease management area
Hunters harvesting deer in Lancaster County are encouraged to have them tested for CWD.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – Aug. 30, 2019
SOUTH-CENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission Cumberland County Game Warden John Fetchkan reports that an investigation is ongoing involving trash and other items that were dumped on game lands. Several items that were found have names and addresses on them. Fulton County Game Warden Justin Klugh reports that even though there were multiple attempts to let the public know about…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – Aug. 16, 2019
SOUTH-CENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission Franklin County Game Warden Trevor Shauf investigated a report of a deer being dragged down the road behind a vehicle with a tow strap in Mercersburg. Please call the Southcentral Region office with any information. Blair County Game Warden Michael College said calls about “abandoned” fawns are on the rise. He would like to…
Thoughts of mourning dove hunting
The season opener is right around the corner.
Proposed ban on feeding wildlife irks some in Pennsylvania
The state Game Commission wants to end a pastime for tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians who live in semi-rural areas because of the belief that it leads to the unnatural congregating of animals and the spread of disease.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – Aug. 2, 2019
NORTH-CENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission Union County Game Warden Dirk Remensnyder reports giving out multiple warnings for people intentionally feeding bears. Clinton County Game Warden Kirk Miller reports that mange still is present in black bears in Clinton County. Adhering to the statewide prohibition on feeding black bears helps prevent the spread of mange. Lycoming County Game Warden…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – July 19, 2019
NORTHWEST REGION From the Game Commission Jefferson County Game Warden Andrew D. Troutman reports that, on the first day of the spring turkey season, he encountered an individual who didn’t have ID with him and had failed to report his deer harvests from deer season. He would have been warned for all the infractions if he would not have lied…
Battle lines over CWD in Pennsylvania seem to be forming
Those with an interest in whitetail deer and elk in this state are splitting over how to deal with chronic wasting disease crisis.
Volunteers seek last survivors of devastating bat disease
Locating remnant populations and saving their habitat has become a national priority initiative, but the emergency has come on so fast there are not enough scientists to tackle the task alone.
How many eagles in Pennsylvania? More than officials can count
Pennsylvania Game Commission asks for public’s help to keep up with burgeoning numbers.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – July 5, 2019
NORTHWEST REGION From the Game Commission Crawford County Game Warden Mark Allegro filed charges against a woman who killed a sub-legal antlered deer during the firearms deer season, but failed to report it. The woman said she was not aware of antler restrictions when she shot the deer, but on the following day, a relative informed her that the deer…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – June 21, 2019
SOUTHWEST REGION From the Game Commission Allegheny County Game Warden Dan Puhala reports an individual is facing several charges after trapping beavers in a safety zone while on or near a beaver hut. Several local residents reported the incident and, after an investigation, the person responsible was identified and charged. Anyone witnessing a wildlife crime is urged to contact the…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – June 7, 2019
NORTHCENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission McKean County Game Warden Jeffrey Orwig reports a Smethport man pleaded guilty to allowing his dog to chase and kill a white-tailed deer. Potter County Game Warden Mark Fair reports investigating the unlawful killing of a 400-pound male black bear. The bear was killed when an individual attempted to scare the bear off with…
Game Commission to implement Auditor General recommendations
The state Auditor General’s office released findings from its recent audit of the Pennsylvania Game Commission, the agency said in a news release Thursday, May 30. The audit did not reveal the misappropriation of any funds, but identified a number of procedures the Game Commission can strengthen to ensure sound and transparent fiscal management. The 136-page report on the audit…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – May 24, 2019
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has scheduled upcoming Hunter-Trapper Education classes. Visit www.pgc.pa.gov for classes scheduled in your area. NORTHEAST REGION From the Game Commission Monroe County Game Warden Praveed Abraham reports encountering shooters who are unfamiliar with the round restrictions on state game lands shooting ranges. It is unlawful on a state game lands range to load or discharge a…
Pennsylvania student archers capture national titles
This past weekend was a big one for Pennsylvania’s student archers.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – May 10, 2019
SOUTHWEST REGION From the Game Commission Allegheny County Game Warden Dan Puhala reports two individuals are facing charges for possessing a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia while on State Game Land 203. Allegheny County Game Warden Dan Puhala reports many healthy flocks of turkeys have been seen in several suburban neighborhoods. Spring turkey hunters are reminded they MUST have permission…
Reduced mallard, goose limits among Pennsylvania’s waterfowl season changes
Also, in AP hunting zones – including southeastern Pennsylvania – the length of the regular season has been decreased from 50 to 30 days and daily bag limits have been reduced from three to two geese per day.
Board to study future of Saturday firearms deer-hunting opener
Hunter concern over the change prompts Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners discussion.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – April 26, 2019
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has scheduled upcoming Hunter-Trapper Education classes. Visit www.pgc.pa.gov for classes scheduled in your area. SOUTHCENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission Cumberland County SGW John Fetchkan reports two trash-dumping investigations are ongoing on area state game lands. Bedford County SGW Jeremy Coughenour reports several violations were turned over to the Fish & Boat Commission in March….
Pennsylvania sportsmen’s groups press lawmakers for conservation support
In a world where money talks, Pennsylvania’s sportsmen have some clout.
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Cuffs & Collars – April 12, 2019
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has scheduled upcoming Hunter-Trapper Education classes. Visit www.pgc.pa.gov for classes scheduled in your area. NORTH-CENTRAL REGION From the Game Commission Clinton County Game Warden Kirk Miller reports that Deputies Vanessa Walker and Carly Chambers arrested an individual for hunting through the use of bait in late archery/flintlock deer season. The individual pleaded guilty and paid fines…
Change to start of firearms deer season approved
Season will kick off the Saturday following Thanksgiving instead of the Monday after.
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