Outdoors - Sullivan County Democrat

Bart Rasnick of South Fallsburg harvested his second turkey of the Spring 2025 Turkey season – which runs the entire month of May. The big gobbler weighed 18.5 lbs, sported a 10-inch beard and had 1.25 inch spurs.

5/30/25

Participants attended Ping Demo Day at the Villa Roma earlier this week. Attendees are welcome to try out all new Ping Equipment at no charge.

Another golf season is upon us, and I couldn’t be more excited. After a long cold winter, I think all golfers are all set to get out onto the course. The first thing I always do at the … more

Matta Kleiner | 5/9/25

Young Hunters Shine at SCLB’s Annual Youth Turkey Hunt

SULLIVAN COUNTY –– The SCLB’s annual Youth Turkey Hunt, held April 26–27, gave young hunters ages 12–15 a memorable opportunity to take to the field … more

5/2/25

Tom Mason fishing a stretch of the Willowemoc.

Seeking Salmo, Seeing Some Success

This weekend’s April showers added some much-needed rain to our rivers and streams and contributed a growth spurt to the parched lawns and gardens. Seemingly overnight the trees and shrubs are … more

Judy Van Put | 4/29/25

Caleb Rosales was mentored by Dale Englehardt when he successfully bagged this 13 lb., 8 oz. gobbler with a 5-inch beard during the recent youth hunt on Saturday, April 26. The duo was hunting on Sunrise Farm Hunting Club property.

Spring Turkey Season Opens May 1

NEW YORK STATE – Spring turkey season opens May 1 in all counties except for New York City and Nassau County. Hunters must have a turkey hunting permit in addition to their hunting … more

4/29/25

Roscoe Anglers Market May 24

ROSCOE – The Anglers Market will be held on May 24 at the Roscoe Community Center, 1968 Old Rte 17, Roscoe. Tables are available at $15 each. Do you have fishing items, collectibles, … more

4/22/25

Preparing to stock Lily Pond for the Annual Pike County Fishing Derby.

Lily Pond will be Stocked for the 27th Annual Pike County Commissioners Fishing Derby

MILFORD, PA –– Lily Pond will be stocked with a combination of 500 brook, golden and rainbow trout in preparation of the 27th Annual Commissioners Fishing Derby on Saturday, April 26. … more

4/18/25

Sullivan 180 Healthiest Fire Department Challenge

SULLIVAN COUNTY –– This week in the Healthiest Fire Department Challenge The Grahamsville Fire Department holds onto the lead, increasing their points by 18 since last week. … more

Crystal Tweed | 4/18/25

Dette Flies was honored at Roscoe’s Annual 2-Headed Trout Dinner with the Joan Wulff Excellence in Fly Fishing Award. On hand were several members of Joe (Dette) Fox and partner Kelly Buchta’s family. Staff from the shop coming up to receive the award included (L-R) Bob Adams, Kelly Buchta, Mike Konecni, Seth Cavarretta, and Pat Cooke.

First fishing fizzles, but Festivities fill the bill!

Late Sunday afternoon, April 6, the USGS website showed that the Beaverkill at Cooks Falls was flowing at about 607 cubic feet per second, which is well below the median average flow for this date of … more

Judy Van Put | 4/8/25

Keynote speaker Darrell Hartman spoke very highly of the beauty of the Catskills.

“Trout only survive in beautiful places”

ROSCOE — Avid trout fishermen, local business owners and friends and families to the tune of 231 turned up at the Rockland House on Saturday night for the 64th Annual Two-Headed Trout Dinner. … more

Anthony Morgano | 4/8/25

DEC announces temporary closure of Skinners Falls Fishing Access Site on Upper Delaware River

COCHECTON – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the temporary closure of the Skinners Falls Fishing Access Site along the Upper Delaware River in … more

4/8/25

NYS DEC HuntFishNY Program

Jonathan “JR” Russell and Anne McNamara, the folks that are in charge of the DEC Hunter Education Program (HEP) for our area, held their annual refresher course for instructors at the … more

John Van Etten | 4/4/25

Golfing is better with friends. Left to right: Mike Fritz, Jim Collins, and Kevin Brockner.

Tee Time: Opening Day at Roscoe Mountain Club

4/1/25

Celebrate Fly Fishing Opening Day at Catskill Brewery

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Catskill Brewery is excited to welcome anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and music lovers alike to the Fly Fishing Opening Day Celebration on Saturday, April 5th, from 12:00 PM … more

3/21/25

Star-Studded Golf Tournament to Support Grateful Hearts and Foster Youth

SULLIVAN COUNTY – Get ready to tee off for a great cause! Tickets are now available for the Legends of the LPGA Celebrity Charity Event, coming to the Monster Golf Course at Resorts World … more

3/18/25

Announcing The Fly Tyers Rendezvous 2025

The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild will be hosting this year’s Rendezvous on March 29, 2025 at the Wulff Gallery of the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. We are … more

3/14/25

NYS DEC Bear Harvest Report and Camp DeBruce Update

The NYS DEC has published their 2024 Bear Harvest Summary Report. There were an estimated 1,685 bear taken this past season, which is up 24% from 2023 and about 13% from the 10-year average. … more

John Van Etten | 3/14/25

Fly Tying Fun in Roscoe!

One of the many fun facets of fly fishing is the ability to make or create your own flies on which to catch fish. Fly tyers use feathers, furs, tinsel, wool and other assorted materials that are tied … more

Judy Van Put | 3/11/25

The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce announces the recipients of its Annual Two-Headed Trout Awards: The Dette Family, and Phil and Donna Vallone.

Roscoe – The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the 64th Annual Two-Headed Trout Dinner, the Chamber’s annual fundraiser and a favorite tradition of the town of Roscoe … more

3/11/25

Glass Eels

No, they aren’t something on display at the Dorflinger Museum in Hawley. Glass eels are juvenile American eels that are transparent. They are spawned and born in the Sargasso Sea in the … more

John Van Etten | 3/7/25

Left to right: Butch Kortright, JJ Fancher and Donna Kortright.

Top honor given at NYS-National Wild Turkey Federation Banquet

BINGHAMTON– The NYS National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) held its annual leadership meeting and awards banquet last month in Binghamton. This event is structured to honor those … more

2/28/25

Boat safety is very important and with this free class you can be prepared when out on the water.

Boater safety class on April 6

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol will be presenting a NYS Boater Safety Course on Sunday April 6 from 9am to 5pm. As of 2025, all persons operating … more

2/28/25

Delaware Trout Management session set for today at 6 p.m.

Dette Flies provided this notice of an important public informational session for all who fish the Delaware River Tailwaters (East and West Branches of the Delaware): on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 … more

2/25/25

White Lake Fire Company members manning the grill.

Sullivan County Conservation Club crowns “King of the Ice” winners

WHITE LAKE –– For 40 years, the Sullivan County Conservation Club has presented the area’s premier ice fishing contest - The King of the Ice. This year’s event was held … more

2/21/25

Members of the Catskill Fly Tyers Guild at an In-person session include (from left) John Apgar, Ed Van Put (standing), Seth Cavaretta, Ed Walsh, CFFC&M President Anthony Magardino (on right rear), Dave Catizone, Tom Mason, Rod Futerfas. Members tie and share advice and helpful hints.

Fly Fest 2025 - Coming Soon

Mark your calendars on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild, in cooperation with the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum, is hosting its annual Fly Fest. Held at the … more

Judy Van Put | 2/11/25