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On July 9, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed the bill allowing Sunday hunting in the Commonwealth. Don’t rush out and start hunting on Sundays quite yet, there is now a 60-day window … more
A check with the USGS website early Monday morning showed that the Beaverkill at Cooks Falls was flowing at 1010 cubic feet per second, and heading straight up the scale after Sunday night’s … more
I will never forget the first time I heard that sound. I was 16 years old and had been hunting ducks with my friend Eric and his father. I was in hip boots in the water, at the end of the day, … more
July dawned bright and sunny, with temperatures that rose throughout the week. Fireworks flashed throughout Friday evening, their beautifully colored bursts lighting up the sky; a welcoming warm … more
If you want a sure way to lower your scores, practice with your wedges. Chipping, Pitching and Full wedges are used on almost every hole for your average golfer. Full Wedge Swings: Most players … more
Yes, they really are officially named Little Brown Bats. That name was likely chosen because of their small size (adults weigh less than half an ounce). They are common in our area although their … more
It’s been a busy week in all our local towns; the last weekend in June is typically Graduation time. Teachers, students, and parents have been bustling around getting ready for the big day. … more
S6360A/A8330A is a bill that would allow crossbows to be used during any season that a longbow can. The legislation aims to redefine the definition used for bows to make it all inclusive and allow … more
LIBERTY – Sam Sanders is working on his passion, not far from where he began. As a man of faith and Deacon at Friendship Baptist Church, Sanders has spent his life giving back to his community. … more
Anglers were out in droves over “Freedom” weekend beginning Thursday, Juneteenth and going into the first days of Summer. With reports of plenty of water in all our rivers and streams, … more
I have honestly never heard anyone around here refer to our American Woodcock as a Timberdoodle, although I see it in the literature all the time. Perhaps that nickname is a regional thing, like our … more
If you want a sure way to lower your scores, practice with your wedges. Chipping, Pitching and Full wedges are used on almost every hole for your average golfer. Pitching:   A pitch shot in … more
The middle of June - that lushest month - is upon us. Thanks to consistent rain showers our rivers and streams are in great shape for a Farewell to spring, heading into the summer. This much-welcomed … more
The most common owl species here in Sullivan County is the Eastern Screech Owl. They are a small owl, with adults being roughly six and a half to ten inches tall and weighing between four and eight … more
In our busy, increasingly worrisome world, we frequently find ourselves seeking solace. For many who are fortunate to reside in this cosy corner of creation, far from the despair of day-to-day … more
For the past few years golf has seen a growing number of new players. Unfortunately, most are not being taught the rules and etiquette of the game. In this week’s article I’m going to go … more
It’s estimated that hunters took 223,304 deer in New York State this past season. That number is up from 209,781 the previous season and is slightly below the five year average. There were … more
The last weekend in May/first weekend in June, under normal weather conditions, kick off what is often referred to by fly-fishers as the widely-anticipated “Bug Week.” These are the … more
It’s that time of year again when everyone is hitting the water for recreation. The NYS DEC wants to remind everyone to “Clean.Drain.Dry” all boats, trailers, and gear before … more
Just as our rivers and streams had settled down to a very fishable level, the forecast called for more days of rain at the end of last week. As of Thursday, May 22 when this was written (prior to the … more
Representatives of the NYS DEC Bureau of Fisheries gave a presentation at the most recent Federation meeting about their Trout Stream Access Verification Plan. They need our help to ensure that our … more
Keep Your Head Down, keep your left arm (for righties) straight and bend your knees. These are three helpful tips that golfers often share with other golfers to help improve their game. They … more
  Last week Mrs. Wendy Schwalb’s 4th graders at Roscoe School enjoyed a special day they had anticipated since the beginning of the school year: “Release Day” for the … more
I received an envelope in the mail the other day from the NYS DEC. Inside was a window sticker for my car. The NYS Hunter Education Program (HEP) is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Congratulations! … more
Heavy rains filled area rivers and streams this past week; the Beaverkill crested Friday evening at just below 7000 cubic feet per second, dashing the hopes of all who had planned to celebrate at … more
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