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Black Bear Interactions with Humans– BearWise.org
New York and Pennsylvania are trying to educate the public about the BearWise campaign, in order to lessen conflicts between humans and bears. What is BearWise? It’s an educational outreach … more
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Wishing you a Happy New Year and success in all you set out to do and who you set out to be in 2025.
Intentions for the New Year
  I’m not usually a New Year’s resolutions or “new year, new me” type of person. Most of the time, I lean towards setting new goals and changing habits as soon as I … more
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Some Upcoming Outdoors Events
  People tend to be more sedentary in the winter months. Here is a short list of some upcoming events that I am aware of to help us all get more active and get outdoors. Youth Pheasant … more
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It’s okay to use a little external motivation to get you moving, but don’t expect it to last forever.
Challenge yourself
  I can’t even deny it - I used to hate fitness challenges. You know, the ones that generate a lot of hype and then are over after thirty days or so. As a coach who prioritizes longevity, … more
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Proposed Changes to Pennsylvania Seasons
The Wildlife Management Committee of the Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners met on December 19 to discuss proposed changes for the upcoming seasons for hunting and trapping. There were four … more
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NYS DEC Next Step Courses Open to All
New hunters and trappers are required to complete a safety course before being issued a license. As a Master Instructor for the NYS DEC Hunter Education Program (HEP), I can assure you that those … more
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Chocolate chip cookies are a staple in my household, and are best enjoyed when I’m with people I care about.
Enjoy every bite
  As the year is coming to a close and the ground will hopefully be wrapped in a blanket of snow, many holiday treats are being made, decorated, and consumed. My sister found a fantastic … more
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Ruffed Grouse
The holidays are approaching and the other day I overheard an adult explaining to a child that a “partridge” in a pear tree is a ruffed grouse. No, I didn’t step out of line and try … more
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Adding more fun activities into my exercise routine is one of the best ways for me to stay consistent and be grateful for my ability to move.
The missing ingredient
  I started skiing when I was in first grade. Once a week during the winter, I would board the bus at the end of the school day full of kids heading to Holiday Mountain for our ski club trip. We … more
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Camp DeBruce
The Vice President of the Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs of Sullivan County, Carl Lindsley, is on a mission. He has been writing letters to Albany, contacting local politicians, and working … more
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To sleep like a dog
My dogs are the best sleepers I know. Two of them are laying in my office at this moment, snoozing and snoring away. While sleep is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle of health, it can be … more
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New NY Forest Ranger from Sullivan County
    The 24th Basic School for New York State Forest Rangers recently graduated a class of nine. I want to congratulate new Ranger Nicole Kocher from here in Sullivan County on joining their … more
Dogs keep life simple. All they want is for you to be with them. Deep down, people feel the same way.
Be the gift
  I   love receiving physical gifts during the holidays. In fact, giving and receiving gifts is one of the top ways I feel loved, according to Gary Chapman’s book The 5 Love … more
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NY DEC seeking public input on species of greatest conservation need
The NYS DEC is working on updating its State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) for 2025 – 2035. The SWAP is a tool that helps protect wildlife populations that are declining or threatened. Every ten … more
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Walking is a small thing that always helps me get closer to my big goals.
The small things
I’m sure at some point you’ve heard someone say, “If you take care of the small things, the big things will take care of themselves.” This quote is attributed to American poet … more
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Katina in action, going up for a lay-up during a game in high school on March 4, 1991.
Where are they now? Katina Mack
  I decided to write this column with the purpose of sharing our local trailblazers in sports with the younger generations. Like with many other things it’s important for our youth to … more
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PA Prohibits Campfires on State Game Lands, NY Burn Ban in Effect
Due to the recent drought conditions in our readership area, several burn bans have been put into effect. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has prohibited campfires on state game lands, joining … more
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Choose for yourself
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and how we choose to approach it will look different for each one of us. When I think of my ideal Thanksgiving experience, it includes enjoying delicious … more
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Big Game Rifle Season Opens in NY Southern Zone
Big game season opens in the NY Southern Zone for rifle hunters tomorrow (Saturday, November 16th). As I mentioned in a previous column about elevated (tree) stands, my first thoughts always turn … more
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The more I travel, the more I realize how important my health is. It’s not only for my physical capacity, but as a foundation for me to enjoy myself and be able to learn new things.
It’s more than fitness
  I’ve always been fascinated with self-actualization. When my college advisor asked me what I wanted to do with my degree in Clinical Exercise Science, I said I wanted to help people … more
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Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Found in NY Again
  The NYS DEC reported that Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been found in Region 6 at a private deer farm. This is the first confirmed case in the state since 2005. The CWD was found during … more
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Focusing on simple strategies like drinking water, eating vegetables, and eating protein help even when we are out of our own environment, like when we are out to eat.
Focus on food to feel your best
In last week’s article, we talked about how challenging it can be when we feel as if we have to start over on our health journey. There can be many reasons why we may feel this way, and … more
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I’m grateful for all of the time I got to spend having four (and eventually five) dogs, learning something new from them every day.
Back to the basics
One of the most challenging parts of health is feeling like you have to start all over again from the beginning. This happens to all of us at different times for different reasons. Life can present … more
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PA Needs Help Studying Rabbits and Hares
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is calling on the public to help with a study of rabbits and snowshoe hares in three wildlife management units, including 3D in our readership area. Several counties … more
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Discipline can be extremely frustrating at times. Whether you’re putting in practice at a game you love or striving for a goal that isn’t as fun, staying true to our commitments is the best way to reach our desired results.
Keeping promises to ourselves
I’ve always loved the quote “Commitment is staying true to what you said you would do long after the mood that you said it in has left” by Inky Johnson. I strive to live by this … more
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