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Squirrels abound in Pa. forests; average grouse hunting expected
October 7, 2012 If there’s one game animal that could use some additional attention in Pennsylvania, it’s squirrels, according to state Game Commission biologists. more »» 
Shooting Sports
October 7, 2012 (EDITOR’S NOTE: The Sun-Gazette reserves the right to edit items submitted for the “Shooting Sports” section. To submit an event, call 326-1551, ext. 3116. more »»
'Cache in'
September 30, 2012 The 500 miles of the Susquehanna Greenway, one of the largest greenways of its kind in the state, link people to places along the Susquehanna River and its West Branch — spots such as parks, trails,... more »»
Reflections in Nature: ’Possums love persimmon trees
September 30, 2012 When my wife Mary Alice and I visit our son’s family in Arlington, Va., we often take walks around their neighborhood. more »»
Outdoor briefs
September 30, 2012 Take a hike with regional group The Otzinachson Regional Group of the Sierra Club and the Edward Abbey Hiking Society will hold a number of hikes throughout the region in the fall. more »»
State adds upland sandpiper to endangered list
September 30, 2012 The state Board of Game Commissioners on Tuesday amended its list of endangered and threatened species to reflect the current status of breeding bird populations in the state and to update scientifi... more »»
In the parks
September 30, 2012 Bald Eagle State Park, Howard Office: 814-625-2775 Sept. 30 — Butterflies at the Beach, 2-2:45 p.m., beach area. Oct. 3 — Healthy Hike, 5:30-7 p.m., park office. Oct. more »»
Shooting sports
September 30, 2012 (EDITOR’S NOTE: The Sun-Gazette reserves the right to edit items submitted for the “Shooting Sports” section. To submit an event, call 326-1551, ext. 3116. more »»
PGC?board addresses illegal use of ATVs
September 30, 2012 The state Board of Game Commissioners on Tuesday gave final approval to a regulatory change to address violations of possessing, maintaining, operating, occupying or traveling on an all-terrain... more »»
Harder, yet simpler
September 23, 2012 Normally when you enter the campground at Hills Creek State Park, you’ll see an RV or a dome tent waiting for campers. That wasn’t the case on the weekend of Aug. 11-12 at site No. 1. more »»
‘Invasive’ autumn olive makes tasty sauce
September 23, 2012 A layer of autumn olive sauce is slowly baking in the oven. more »»
Outdoor briefs
September 23, 2012 Explore forests and ferns at Riverlands BERWICK — Learn how to identify trees and ferns from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Sunday at PPL’s Susquehanna Riverlands Botanist and world-renowned expert on ferns, Dr. more »»
Shooting sports
September 23, 2012 (EDITOR’S NOTE: The Sun-Gazette reserves the right to edit items submitted for the “Shooting Sports” section. To submit an event, call 326-1551, ext. 3116. more »»
In the parks
September 23, 2012 Bald Eagle State Park, Howard Office: 814-625-2775 Sept. 28 — Fall Foliage Float, 5-6:30 p.m., Environmental Learning Center. Sept. 29 — National Public Lands Day Volunteer Program, 9 a.m. to noo. more »»
PGC to motorists: Watch out for deer
September 23, 2012 Motorists should slow down after sundown and before sunrise to reduce their risk of having a close encounter with a white-tailed deer, state Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. more »»
Reflections in Nature: Grasshoppers can leap 5 feet
September 23, 2012 As I walked through a field of tall grass, I saw grasshoppers jumping everywhere, and I was amazed at the distance they jumped. more »»
'More eyes on the ground'
September 16, 2012 Most people visiting the scenic vistas of Pennsylvania’s state parks or forests look all around at the plants and trees and see beauty, but danger can lurk in the shadows or open fields, road sides... more »»
Citizens urged to take a stand
September 16, 2012 How many species of plants, insects and animals live and grow in Pennsylvania’s forests? The total figure is daunting. more »» |
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