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Todd Walter took first place with a buck that scored 233.75.
Todd Walter wins 2023 Youth Buck Contest
SULLIVAN COUNTY — The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB) hosted their annual “JAKES” youth buck contest over the Columbus Day weekend. Todd Walter of Narrowsburg took first place … more
The end of season/giving thanks
The “regular” trout fishing season in New York State ends this Sunday, October 15. On some rivers and streams the season is expanded by Special Regulations - such as in the Catch and … more
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Archery deer hunting seasons!
Archery deer hunting seasons in both states, New York and Pennsylvania, are already underway. New York opened on October 1st and runs to November 17th, and then again from December 11th to December … more
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Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club starts October 11
HORTONVILLE — The Delaware Valley Jr Rifle Club is starting back up on October 11 at Earl Kinney Excavating and Trucking, 35 Rock Avenue, Hortonville. With a focus on safety and … more
Hunters for the Hungry!
Each year, more than 8.1 million meals of venison are donated to the needy from Hunters for the Hungry and supported by the NRA. The venison is donated by hunters who want to share their excess … more
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Crossbow coalition is reorganizing!
Recent developments include the reorganization of the New York Crossbow Coalition, following the passing earlier this year of its founder, Rick McDermott. Hunters with disabilities or injuries … more
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Young fisherman Henry Davis caught the first fish of the day, a golden trout.
No faking safety at JAKES event
ROSCOE — The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB) held their annual JAKES event at the Roscoe-Rockland Fireman’s Field on Saturday, September 16. From cider making, a cotton candy machine … more
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Andy Karadontes still riding strong in year 51 of motorcycle racing
JEFFERSONVILLE — Andy Karadontes from Jeffersonville has been competing in motorcycle competitions for several decades. The now 65-year-old currently has 703 career wins and can’t … more
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Students experienced different forms of shooting skills while learning about safety, discipline and respect.
Youth summer program wrap-up
MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Conservation Club held its annual Summer Youth Shooting Sports Program again this year.   Approximately 30 area kids were able to take part in the … more
Coyote contests ban based on emotion, not fact!
I was reading the Pennsylvania Outdoor News magazine and Tom Venesky had a very interesting column and I thought New Yorkers would enjoy reading it. Here are some of the highlights of his column: … more
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Michael Decker chips up and in on the ninth hole for a 3-hole lead at the turn.
Scuderi and Decker win 42nd Democrat Tourney
CALLICOON – The only glitch in the 42nd Annual Sullivan County Democrat Two-Man Better Ball Golf Tournament was a fast moving thunderstorm that delayed play for half an hour late Friday … more
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CFFCM Programming and Events Coordinator Todd Spire provided fun and entertaining activities for children during Summerfest. Here the children were able to turn over rocks in the Willowemoc and find aquatic insects and bottom-living creatures.
Summerfest!
The first weekend in August brought perfect summer weather, cool mornings with warm sunny days, blue skies and just the right amount of cooling breezes, with rivers and streams still at   very … more
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Villa Roma Golf Course Superintenden Will O’Brien, left, shows Sullivan County Democrat Golf Tourney Sponsor Fred Stabbert the newspaper’s new tee marker before the start of last year’s tournament. O’Brien says the course is in great shape heading into this weekend’s tournament.
Prepped to play
CALLICOON – Today marks the start of the 42nd Annual Sullivan County Democrat Two Man Better Ball Tournament, with golfers making their way to the Villa Roma from all over to compete for glory … more
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NRA's 152nd Annual Convention!
The NRA’s 152nd Annual Meetings & Exhibits was held in Indiana at the Indianapolis Convention Center this past April. 77,246 NRA members attended the three days of events. NRA … more
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The Democrat A-Z
I’ve been around The Democrat Golf Tourney since it started in 1982 and I played as a 19-year-old. I haven’t competed in all of them (only person has, see ‘I’ below) as there … more
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DeVantier tournament closes out July
The annual Pete DeVantier Foundation golf tournament took place Friday afternoon at the Roscoe Mountain Club, inviting a full slate of golfers for a fun day out on the links. Golfers from all … more
Stoddard strong
Ken Cohen of Jeffersonville, third from left, was part of the winning Westchester Golf Association (WGA) team at this year’s Stoddard Cup held June 29 at Deepdale Golf Club in Long Island. The … more
From left to right, Delegate of Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County Eric Akerley, Village of Woodridge Mayor Joan Collins and Delegate of Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County Gary Muthig. The trio stand in front of Silver Lake located in the Village of Woodridge as it is stocked, which is done bi-annually.
Keeping it reel
FALLSBURG – With fishing season in full swing, Eric Akerley, a Delegate of the Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County, has headed up a program that encourages members of the … more
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DEC's next step courses!
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is encouraging hunters who have completed a hunter, bowhunter, or trapper education certification course to consider taking a … more
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Mareena DiMilia flips the ball towards second for an inning-ending fielder’s choice.
Dub club
MONGAUP VALLEY – The top teams were on display on Wednesday afternoon with the Bat Girls Club taking on McDowall Electric before L&B Tack faced off against Fosterdale. Despite having just … more
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Maria “Shorty” Jeltsch knocked in the game-winning run with a walk-off single.
L&B Tack defeats Fosterdale to extend division lead
MONGAUP VALLEY – After a three-game winning streak, Fosterdale ran into the perennial powerhouse called L&B Tack for three straight games. The first of the three game set went to … more
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Americans love camping!
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) reported people prefer outdoor camping adventures and road trips because they are affordable, easy to access, and allow for flexible planning. Last year, 58 million … more
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Overall 5K winner Kieran Ryan of Monticello crosses the finish line of the 25th Annual River Run.
Over 400 participants take part in 25th annual River Run
CALLICOON –– The Delaware Youth Center’s 25th Annual River Run along the Delaware River went on as planned on Sunday. Despite thunderstorms showing up in the forecast Saturday … more
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Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs scholarship winners
Twila Herbert made presentations to: Hailey Wolcott, who attended Livingston Manor will be going to SUNY Cobleskill, was awarded $2,000.00. Her major is Wildlife & Fisheries Technology. William … more
2022 Iron Runner Award winner Bill Schneider (831) aims to repeat his last year’s achievement.
Turtle Trot races through Jeffersonville
JEFFERSONVILLE – The Turtle Trot 5 and 10k races have returned to Jeffersonville this Saturday!   Honoring the race director’s father who passed away due to pancreatic cancer … more
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