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What makes worms such great bait for fishing?

Every angler has a favorite bait and every angler has a million reasons why their favorite is better than everyone else’s. But when it comes down to the number of fish landed and the number of species that will take one, nothing beats the common earthworm. But what makes the worm such great bait? Lets count the ways. Easy to get One of my favorite baits for striped bass is eels. My biggest fish were all caught on eels and I have never been skunked when using them. But they are hard to find and, when I can find them, they are expensive. Not the case with worms. Anyone with a ...

Protect our state game lands

As debate continues over the proposed Allenwood data center project, one issue deserves far more public attention: several proposed high-voltage transmission line routes appear to pass directly through Pennsylvania State Game Lands in Lycoming County. For many residents, these lands are not empty space on a map. They are public lands held in trust for all Pennsylvanians, places where families hunt, hike, and enjoy the outdoors. Sportsmen and conservationists have spent generations helping preserve them through license fees, taxes, and conservation efforts. They were never intended to ...

SGP Adventure Book meant to educate

The Susquehanna Greenway Partnership is encouraging schools, educators, libraries, camps and after school programs across Pennsylvania to take advantage of a limited-time opportunity to receive free copies of the Susquehanna Greenway Adventure Book for educational use. Packed with puzzles, games, safety tips, fun facts and interactive pages, the Susquehanna Greenway Adventure Book encourages kids to explore the outdoors while learning about nature, stewardship, and the importance of our river environments. The booklet features activities focused on river ecology, hiking and paddling ...

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 ...