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Wise hunters pay close attention to the acorn crop each fall, because it will dictate where to hunt for deer, bear, and to a lesser extent turkeys. Cameron and Potter counties have five main naturally occurring species of oaks. Although there are a few small populations of other native oaks, ches... More ... Game feeding advisory With hunting seasons fast approaching, the Pa. Game Commission advises hunters and landowners who are feeding wildlife to clean up feeding areas. More ...
The seventh annual Pennsylvania Elk Expo is underway on the fairgrounds in Kersey, Highlights include a drawing for elk-hunting licenses and a wide variety of seminars and educational exhibits. A portable Elk Education Center is open for public tours from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 7 p... More ... Bears on the move Black bears have been roaming into residential areas and other places where they're more likely to be encountered by people. Bears are increasing their food intake to prepare for the upcoming denning season, which can begin as early as mid-November. More ... GPS workshops set Potter County Education Council is offering a GPS/ Geocaching workshop at its offices in Coudersport, Port Allegany and Galeton. Participants will learn how to use a GPS unit to navigate to a local geocache. Classes will be held on Sept. 22 in Coudersport, Sept. 29 in Port Allegany and Oct. 13 in ... More ... Youth pheasant hunt Oct. 6-12 Young hunters will be able to participate in a mentored pheasant hunt in Elk County Oct. 6-12. It is sponsored by the Elk County chapter of Pheasants Forever at Johnson Run near Elbon. For more information, contact Leon Blashock at 814-885-8950 or rusty@ usachoice.net. More ... Bowhunter course set for Sunday A bowhunter education class will be held on Sunday in Port Allegany. It is open to anyone interested in learning more about archery, improving skills, or obtaining certification to hunt in another state or province. Students must be 11 years old. Cost is $18. More ... 'Music and Stars' set for Sept. 22 Plans are in place for the second "Music and Stars" concert and astronomy program at Cherry Springs State Park. The date is Saturday, Sept. 22. Music by the 15-Bean Band will be followed with guided tours of the night sky at Pennsylvania's official darksky preserve. More ... |
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