Outdoors - Sullivan County Democrat

One of the tiny Sulphur Spinner flies with a waxy cream body and brownish amber tip that was hatching toward evening on the lower Beaverkill.

Mid-September, and we are on the cusp of Autumn: that beautiful vibrant season is about a week away, and there are changes in the air. We’ve noticed a subtle shift in temperatures, especially in … more

Judy Van Put | 9/15/26

Doodlebugs

A friend, Mary Heinle of White Sulphur Springs (a wonderful selfless lady who, by the way, has donated enough pints of blood over the years to almost fill an Olympic-size swimming pool), called the … more

John S. Van Etten | 9/11/26

Standing on O’Brien’s Bridge, the historic 2-arch limestone structure, under which flows the River Corrib, home to prime salmon fishing.

Ancestry Identity, the Streaming Shannon, Corrib Currents and a Creel Full of Memories

Streamside will have a bit of a different flair this week - having just returned after 8 days in Ireland it is heartening to see our rivers and streams in such great shape for these last two days of … more

Judy O'Brien Van Put | 9/1/26

Red Knots

Red knots are a medium size shorebird. They are some of the largest members of the sandpiper family, with six known subspecies. Red knots have one of the longest migrations on record. The red … more

John S. Van Etten | 6/18/26

The “King” (best overall) was actually our first-ever junior winner of this award. Jason Wright landed an 8.6 lb 27.5” Walleye to be named this year’s “King of the Ice.”

Milestone year for King of the Ice: Over 300 anglers attend

WHITE LAKE– King of the Ice (KOI) celebrated a milestone year over the weekend. The ice fishing contest began in 1991, according to Jay Mendels, an officer of the Sullivan County Conservation Club … more

Crystal Tweed | 6/17/26

Invasive Species Awareness Week

Welcome to the thirteenth annual Invasive Species Awareness Week in New York. There are four basic categories of invasives: insects, plants, animals and pathogens. According to the Department of … more

John S. Van Etten | 6/12/26

Sean Semenetz is the all-time leading winner at the Democrat, with 10 titles, nine of which came with partner Joe Winski.

Democrat Golf

CALLICOON – It took just five days for the 45th Annual Sullivan County Democrat Two-Man Better Ball Golf Tourney to sell out. “It has been another remarkable – and record-setting year,” … more

6/2/26

Tom Jolly had a fastest lap time of 31:40 and finished in 12th place in the JV Boys category at Lippman Park.

Catskill Claws Mountain Bike Team kicks off their season at Lippman Park

WAWARSING – In their first event of the season on Sunday, May 3, Catskill Claws Mountain Bike Team (CCMTB) took to Lippman Park in Wawarsing. Head Coach Keith Stephenson spoke about the … more

5/8/26

14th Annual Anglers Market comes to Roscoe May 23

ROSCOE – The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce hosts their 14th Annual Anglers Market on May 23 at the Roscoe Community Hall, 1968 Old Rt. 17, Roscoe from 10 am to 3 pm. Buy - Sell - Trade - … more

4/28/26

Keynote speaker Jesse Vadala emphasizes the importance of conservation while talking to the crowd.

The real story of the Beamoc: Anglers celebrate 65th Two-Headed Trout Dinner

ROSCOE – Saturday marked the 65th anniversary of the Two-Headed Trout and Other Fantastic Fish Stories Roundtable at the legendary Rockland House in Roscoe. The yearly dinner, hosted by the Roscoe … more

Anthony Morgano | 4/21/26

PA Game Commission Adopts Changes

The Pennsylvania Game Commission adopted season dates and bag limits for the coming year at its April meeting. They also approved some changes to the rules and regulations. Some significant … more

John S. Van Etten | 4/17/26

Manny Zanger, of Roscoe, moved here many years ago because of the trout fishing. He is a passionate conservationist and activist for our rivers and streams, was a past President of the original Beamoc Chapter of TU, and now serves as Advisor for the newly relaunched Beamoc Chapter.

High Rivers, High Spirits

After a week of stream levels that were below average, the heavy rain and downpours on March 31 made fishing conditions more typical of April 1, the official Opening Day of the regular trout … more

Judy Van Put | 4/7/26

Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club starts October 22

HORTONVILLE – The Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club will start on Wednesday, October 22, at Earl Kinney Excavation on 35 Rock Avenue in Hortonville. The program is open to children ages 12 and up. … more

10/17/25

Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Reaches Fundraising Goal

President, Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum LIVINGSTON MANOR – I’m thrilled to share some truly exciting news: we’ve reached our $60,000 fundraising goal for the … more

Anthony J. Magardino | 9/19/25

Updates from the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum

President LIVINGSTON MANOR – As we enjoy the heart of summer in the Catskills, I’m excited to share a few important updates from the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum: … more

Anthony J. Magardino | 7/4/25

Sullivan County Gears Up for “INTO THE WILD: An Ultimate Outdoor Experience”

MONTICELLO, NY — This summer, Sullivan County invites residents and visitors to go Into the Wild — literally. Hosted at Holiday Mountain from July 11–13, INTO THE WILD: An Ultimate … more

6/28/25

No Ducks Barred Competition

HURLEYVILLE — They are at it once again……”Speedy McSplash” and “Waddles the Wanderer” cannot keep their rivalry from spilling over into yet another Duck … more

6/28/25

The middle school boys' team was led by Jasper Sackett.

Catskill Claws Mountain Bike Team riding high in the top 15

WAWARSING –– Earlier this month the New York Interscholastic league held their 3rd event of the season at Lippman Park in Wawarsing. The middle school course was about 2.9 miles and had a … more

6/20/25

Annual Morningside Fishing Classic on June 21

HURLEYVILLE – The 24th Annual Morningside Fishing Classic sponsored by the Town of Fallsburg Parks and Recreation Program and the Hurleyville Fire Department will be held Saturday, June 21 at … more

6/13/25

Conner Kurpil DeVoe Manell of Livingston Manor bagged this big gobbler during the Spring Turkey season. It weighed 21 lbs. with a 8.5-inch beard and 1.5” spurs.

Turkey season success

6/13/25

Weekend Fly Fishing Camp registration

Welcome to the Snow Peak Brooklyn Camping and Fly Fishing Weekend! Join us at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum for a weekend filled with camping and fly fishing. Whether … more

6/13/25

Jeffrey Meola harvested his turkey in the Town of Callicoon. The bird weighed in at 18.5 lbs, sported a 9.25-inch beard and the spurs measured in at 1 inch.

Spring 2025 Turkey season comes to an end

SULLIVAN COUNTY–– This past weekend marked the end of the 2025 Spring turkey season. The Democrat received several last minute submissions to wrap up a busy month. … more

Crystal Tweed | 6/6/25

Golf Scores

Villa Roma T uesday Men's 1. Backlund & Smith 49.5 2. Miehoefer & Ziegler 45.0 3. O’Brien & Donovan 44.0 4. VonAhnen & Dannic 41.0 4.Clifford … more

6/3/25

Golf Scores

Villa roma Tuesday Mens Flight 1 Week 2 1. Backlund & Smith....................... 32.5 2. Csanko & Johnson..................... 32.0 3. Clifford & … more

Crystal Tweed | 5/30/25

Youth Turkey Hunt 2025

SULLIVAN COUNTY– The spring youth is a two-day weekend event for hunters ages 12-15 years old and takes place during the last weekend of April. The hunt is for turkeys only. Junior … more

Crystal Tweed | 5/30/25