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46th writing anniversary!
This April will be my 46th consecutive year of writing the Sportsman Outdoors column for the Democrat newspaper. Back in 1978 I called Freddy Stabbert’s father and said to him that I would … more
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Hendricksons are here!
It was nice to finally have a weekend that was fairly dry, after all the rainy days we’ve had this spring, with a partly sunny week expected ahead. Surprisingly with all the rain, our … more
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Fruits are mostly made up of carbohydrates and can play a healthy role in a balanced meal.
Building foundational food habits
Nutrition can be one of the most challenging aspects of our health to master. There is so much emotion attached to food that it can be difficult to objectively look at what we eat and determine … more
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PA’s 2023-24 deer harvest report!
The Pennsylvania Game Commission reported results from the 2023-24 deer seasons, which ended in January. Hunters harvested an estimated 430,010 white-tailed deer. The statewide buck harvest was … more
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The places we spend our time play a huge role in not only the habits we build, but who we become. Choose intentionally.
Successful spaces
There are many factors that influence our ability to reach our goals and become the version of ourselves we aspire to be. Of course, one very important factor is us. We have the ability to respond to … more
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Well wishers filled the Wulff Gallery to attend the Celebration of Life for Catskill Fly-Tyer Mary Dette.
Memorable weekend
Our rivers and streams had been in a very fishable shape last week, with the early hatches of Quill Gordons and Blue Quills noted. Fishing below the surface with wet flies and nymphs has been … more
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Trout opener not what it used to be!
The trout opening day of April 1 is not what it used to be. Driving around Sullivan County on the opening day of trout season and checking out many trout streams, it was very disappointing not to see … more
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While unexpected injuries may slow us down for a moment, they don’t need to stop us from getting back to moving in the ways we love.
Returning to full strength
One of the most frustrating and unfortunate parts of exercise is injury. While there are many precautions we can take to try to avoid it, there is always a chance that something unexpected happens. … more
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Some PA coyote contest results!
The Mosquito Creek Sportsmen’s Club recently completed its 33rd annual coyote hunt. For the first time in their contests, the top three entries of coyotes all weighed over 50 pounds. With … more
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Five minutes of journaling and five minutes of meditation are the basics I always come back to in order to set myself up for success each day.
Simple practices, great results
Over the course of the last six years, I’ve learned there are many ways managing our health is similar to running a business. In both, we think it needs to be complicated, and that complexity … more
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The Opening Day celebration wouldn’t’ be complete without refreshments - Roscoe Campsite Park and Trout Town Farms offered an array of delicious pastries, juices and hot coffee.
Opening Day - the trout season opener
After several cold, gloomy and dreary days, this past Easter weekend brought glorious sunshine that lifted spirits. Our rivers and streams are in good shape for the beginning of the trout season and … more
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Stats on firearm production!
The National Shooting Sports Foundation recently released the Firearm Production in the United States including the Firearm Import and Export Data 2023 Edition. The report consists of the most … more
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Although my husband, Cosmos, and I share many goals, we also have goals that are different from one another. Actively listening and asking questions before sharing our opinions is one of the best ways we help each other feel heard and understood.
Secrets of great supporters
Have you ever told someone about a goal or dream of yours and their response was all of the reasons why it might not work out? Having a support system is crucial to successfully reaching our goals, … more
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Streamside returns!
We are less than a week away from Opening Day of the regular trout fishing season in New York State that anglers have looked forward to! It’s been a relatively easy winter, with only a few … more
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NYDEC Commissioner is stepping down!
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil M. Seggos, who has held the Commissioner’s position for over eight years, announced he would be stepping down once the … more
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While running was not part of my winter health priorities, it is part of my spring and summer health priorities and I will begin making time in my schedule for it.
Spring cleaning
The extra hour of sunshine hitting my face in the afternoon this week has me feeling more energized than I have all winter. You may be feeling similarly, now that daylight savings time has arrived … more
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Annual national deer stats report!
The National Deer Association (NDA) recently released their annual deer report. An average of 41 percent of North America’s deer hunters successfully harvested at least one deer during the … more
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Functional strength training helps me do the things I love, like playing soccer.
Functional vs traditional strength training
Strength training is one of my favorite forms of exercise. Few things can make you feel as accomplished as proving to yourself that you can lift a heavy weight, do more pushups than you have been … more
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LaPierre’s farewell to NRA members!
Wayne LaPierre, Executive Vice President of the National Rifle Association (NRA), is resigning from the NRA. He addressed the members of the NRA in the latest issue of the American Hunter Magazine. … more
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Although most of my work is done at my computer, I prioritize taking movement breaks throughout the day both by myself and with others.
Combating sedentary lifestyle
Movement is a crucial component of our health. Unfortunately, many current jobs require us to sit for many hours at a time, which increases the amount of time we spend sedentary each day. We all know … more
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PA’s 2023 bear results!
The state’s bear hunters remain as loyal in their pursuit as ever to hunt bear, but there is a tremendous increase in bear hunters.   Pennsylvania had fewer than 130,000 bear hunters … more
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Failure is inevitable. How quickly we decide to move past it will determine our success.
Accepting failure faster
Failure is something we all try to avoid. Putting ourselves in positions with the possibility of not being successful makes us vulnerable, and that can be scary and frustrating. While we usually try … more
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Eagles being killed illegally!
Two men were arrested in Montana for killing about 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles. This took place on Montana’s Flathead Indian Reservation and elsewhere, then they sold eagle … more
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Remember - we don’t earn food through exercise, even if meals we enjoy are associated with moving our bodies.
Post-game chicken tenders
It all started one summer night after a Sullivan County Women’s Softball League game at Collin’s Park in 2018. Cosmos and I were on our way home to Montgomery after the game and as the … more
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PA Biologist Gary Alt honored!
The Pennsylvania Game Commission recently honored wildlife biologist Dr. Gary Alt. Alt, 72 years young, formerly from Moscow, PA and now living in California, received the John C. Oliver Lifetime … more
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