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Reflections in Nature: Root systems vary by species of tree with how deep they go

The gas company has begun replacing the old gas lines here in Troy. Redington Avenue was the starting point and our home was the first on the list. We woke up one morning to the sound of heavy machinery and workers everywhere. A few days we had deep trenches and piles of dirt and tree roots all over the front and side of our lawn. The construction men assured us that when the job was completed, our yard would be better than before. Does this mean we will not have dandelions? There were many comments on the large amount of tree roots they were encountering and wondered how old the trees ...

Outdoors community calendar for week of June 9

BLACK BEARS WHERE: Little Pine State Park and Hyner Run State Park WHEN: Friday, June 12 at 4 p.m. NOTES: Join the park naturalist to learn more about the black bears around Pennsylvania. Topics will include adaptions, diet and a brief overview of the natural history of the black bear within Pennsylvania. This is designed to be an informal program. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The program may be modified or canceled in the event of severe weather or new state or community guidelines. Those interested in the Little Pine program should ...

Penn State Extension to offer ‘Venison 101’ in-person and online course

STATE COLLEGE — Penn State Extension will offer “Venison 101,” a blended course designed to help hunters optimize their harvest by offering a comprehensive look at venison processing and cooking. The program combines online components with a one-day, hands-on workshop scheduled from 9 ...

A photographic look at the annual Lycoming Creek Angler's Club Fishing Derby which was held on the banks of Lycoming Creek at the Squarewoods Acres Campground north of Trout Run on Saturday. This is the 24th year of the fishing derby for children ages 3-13 with prizes for caught fish and the ...

Reflections in Nature: Turtles will become very common in the month of June

After a cold and wet May, we are welcoming the month of June. During the month of June, I usually have several notations in my diary that I had watched turtles attempting to cross the road, however being slow a turtle does not always make it to the other side. The turtles being seen were females that left the water to find a suitable sunny spot to dig a hole to lay her eggs. Turtles are the most familiar and easily recognized of all reptiles. Our word turtle for the reptile is somewhat of a mystery, but it is generally assumed to come from the French word tortue. Our word tortoise ...