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Dan DiFabio was hunting in the Town of Denning in Ulster County when he bagged an 11 pointer on November 21. The buck had an 18” spread and scored 76 in the Sullivan County Democrat’s 51st Annual Big Buck Contest.
Big Buck Contest
CALLICOON –– The Sullivan County Democrat is in it’s 51st season of its Annual Bick Buck Contest. Below is one of our latest entries and the current leaderboard. Dan is tied with … more
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Collin Flynn was hunting in the Town of Shandaken in Ulster County when he bagged this beautiful 11-pointer on opening day. The buck had a 21” spread and scored 77.75 in the Sullivan County Democrat’s 51st Annual Big Buck Contest to take over first place.
New Leader in Democrat Big Buck
CALLICOON   – Collin Flynn loves to be in the woods. From spring turkey hunting to fall whitetail deer season, he likes to spend as much time as possible enjoying the great outdoors. … more
The Sullivan County Long Beards picked up 130 frozen turkeys last Friday from Peck’s Market in Livingston Manor to distribute to various organizations throughout the county. Joining in the distribution were, front row, from the left: Lejon Viningre, Terri Specht, Randy Peers, Butch Kortright, Larry Whipple, Walter Zeitschel, Lori James, Mark Puerschner. Back row, from the left, are Eugene Adolph, Rich Decker, Chris Delong, Matthew Janik (Pecks Mkt), Greg Feeney, Dick Coombe.
Sullivan County Long Beards Annual Turkey Hunters Care Program
LIVINGSTON MANOR–– The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB) annual Thanksgiving turkey give away took place on Friday, November 15 at 11am   at Peck’s Market in Livingston Manor. … more
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Steven Duarte of Liberty harvested this beautiful nine-pointer last year, winning the 50th Annual Sullivan County Democrat Big Buck Contest with a score of 79.5. The buck earned Steven a free mount at Rod’s Taxidermy in Callicoon and last month he picked up the Democrat champion mount.
51st Annual Sullivan County Democrat Big Buck Contests right around the corner
Callicoon – The 51st Annual Sullivan County Democrat Big Buck Contests will be starting soon as Opening Day of the Big Game firearm season starts next Saturday, November 16 in New York State. … more
Jim Newton of Livingston Manor downed this 9 pt. on November 2 at his camp near Randolph. Buck dressed 130 lbs and had an inside spread of 16”.
Big buck down
First place winner, Luke Chevalier.
13th Annual Youth Buck Hunt Contest hosted by Sullivan County Long Beards
SULLIVAN COUNTY–– The Sullivan County Long Beards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is pleased to announce the winners of this year’s Youth Buck Contest. The … more
Colleen Hirsch-Age 14, 8 pointer, .308 rifle, taken Saturday, 10/12 in The Beechwoods with dad, David Hirsch. This is her 3rd year in a row bagging a Buck during the youth hunt.
Youth Buck Hunting Is a Family Affair
During the Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ three-day weekend, the DEC provides a special youth deer season. Junior hunters between the ages of 12-15   are eligible to take one antlered or … more
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The Kaufman family presents a check to the MHS Trap Team.
Kaufman Family Patriarch Honored at Sullivan County Conservation Club
    SULLIVAN COUNTY-On Thursday, October 10th, the Kaufman Family honored the memory of family patriarch, Norman Kaufman, in a ceremony at the Sullivan County Conservation Club.   … more
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Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club Starts October 16
HORTONVILLE– The Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club will start on Wednesday, October 16 at Earl Kinney Excavation on 35 Rock Avenue in Hortonville. The program is open to children ages 12 and up. … more
Youth Buck Hunt Contest, October 12-14
SULLIVAN COUNTY -- It’s that time of year again! The “Youth Buck” contest sponsored annually by the Sullivan County Long Beards, will be held during the Youth Hunt, October 12, 13, … more
Gary Muthig was recently named as the Chairman of the New York State Fish and Wildlife Management Board.
Another feather in the Muthig cap
SULLIVAN COUNTY — Gary Muthig, a lifetime sportsman who has increased youth outreach in Sullivan County, was recently named as the Chairman of the New York State Fish and Wildlife Management … more
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Sporting License fulfillment is changing August 1
As a reminder for hunters, trappers, and anglers, by August 1, 2024 the paper used for sporting licenses and carcass tags will change from special stock (Valeron) to plain paper. This change will … more
Gabriella Jones (left) and Alexandra Dietz (right) with Conservation Club President John Van Etten.
Conservation Club scholarship award winners announced
The Sullivan County Conservation Club recently announced that Alexandra Dietz and Gabriella Jones were the recipients of the club’s annual Hans Diercksen Memorial College Scholarship awards. … more
Sullivan County Long Beards President Butch Kortright stands alongside Isabella Francisco and Aiden Johnston, the 2024 James Earl Kennamer Scholarship recipients.
2024 James Earl Kennamer Scholarship recipients announced
SULLIVAN COUNTY — The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB), NYS Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), is proud to introduce our 2024 James Earl Kennamer Scholarship recipients. … more
A turkey and a tassel
Conner DeVoe Manell of Livingston Manor graduated from Paul Smith’s College on May 11 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences and Management. Also during the month of … more
Second bird of the season
While hunting in Grahamsville, Pat Cummins secured his second turkey of the season on May 3. The bird weighed in at a hefty 19 pounds and 3 ounces and sported a 10 inch beard and a .75 inch spur. more
Bart Rasnick bags big bird
Bart Rasnick of South Fallsburg shot an 18.5 pound turkey on May 16 while hunting in South Fallsburg. The turkey sported two beards, one being 9.5 inches and another measuring 2.75 inches. The bird … more
PA doe tags increased!
The Pennsylvania Game Commission has modified the antlerless deer license sales schedule, and additionally is guaranteeing most resident hunters will get an antlerless license in the wildlife … more
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Nathan Barber’s turkey was an all-time contest record, scoring a 69.3 and taking first place.
Ten Toms taken during SCLB's Youth Turkey Hunt Contest
SULLIVAN COUNTY — Aspiring hunters across the county took to the fields this weekend alongside their experienced, licensed hunters, for a chance to take a first-place bird during the Sullivan … more
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Youth Turkey Hunt Contest this weekend
SULLIVAN COUNTY — The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB) chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is hosting their annual Youth Turkey Hunt Contest this weekend, April 20 and 21. … more
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SULLIVAN COUNTY — After new legislation from Governor Kathy Hochul’s office banned certain hunting contests, the Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County hosted their final coyote hunting contest before the new law goes into effect in November. Over the weekend of February 2-4, 115 coyotes were taken and entered in the contest. The first place winner, Lucas Price, harvested a coyote that weighed 52.90 pounds. The entry was good for the largest on Friday of the 34 that were entered, as well as the overall winner out of the 115. The second place finisher, a 52.65 pound coyote taken by Greg Reed, was also entered on Friday. Curtis Smida’s 48.40 pound coyote was good for third place and was the largest entry on Saturday. Sunday’s largest entry was John Hilton’s 46.30 pound coyote. Adrianna Kautz was the Youth Winner and Jordan Hollenbeck was the Female Winner. Of the 450 registered hunters for the weekend, 350 attended the banquet celebrating another successful contest.
450 register for final coyote contest
SULLIVAN COUNTY — After new legislation from Governor Kathy Hochul’s office banned certain hunting contests, the Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County hosted their … more
The Winners of the 2023 Sullivan County Democrat Two Man Better Ball Golf Tournament. From the left are Villa Roma Golf Pro Matt Kleiner, winners Michael Scuderi and Michael Decker, Tournament Sponsor Fred Stabbert III and second place fi nishers Mike Cardo and Blake Kilcoin.
2023 Year in Review
SULLIVAN COUNTY — From start to finish, 2023 was a year to remember for sports across the county. From Sectional appearances and State Championships to a new winning team at the Sullivan County … more
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George Popet of Westbrookville took an 8-pointer on December 4. The buck weighed 128 pounds and scored a 66 with left and right beams measuring 19.75 and an outside spread of 18.5.
Duarte, Dean win Big Buck Contests
SULLIVAN AND WAYNE COUNTY, PA. – It was a battle right down to the finish, but Steven Duarte of Liberty was able to hang on by 1/2 an inch to win the 50th Annual Sullivan County Democrat Big … more
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In 2017, I got a bear and 9-point buck on opening day that year. A DEC officer said it was first time that’s happened in NY that he knew of.
50 Opening Days
As I hit a landmark day, my 50th Opening Day hunting, I look back at all of the changes wrought over the years.   I first was involved with hunting at 6 years old, when I would hunt with my … more
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Spencer Gonzalez of Forestburgh started Gonzo’s Game Recovery with his dog, Dixie, three years ago.
Gonzo’s Game Recovery tracks wounded game
FORESTBURGH — Spencer Gonzalez of Forestburgh has been hunting for 20 years. Three years ago, that love for hunting turned into a side business. After he and his wife adopted their dog, Dixie, … more
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