Pa. Game Commission proposes change to start of firearms deer season
As hunting license sales decline, Game Commission is considering moving the beginning of firearms deer season to the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
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Penn State moving forest and wildlife programs at closing campuses to Altoona
Programs in forest technology at Penn State Mont Alto and wildlife technology at DuBois will both move to Penn State Altoona in 2027.
Penn State student documentary ‘Rethinking 322’ explores ways to minimize construction impacts
The State College Area Connector will replace a section of Route 322 near State College and impact farmland, waterways and homes.
Inaugural ‘Pennsylvania Chestnut Festival’ promotes history and conservation efforts
The American chestnut is functionally extinct in North America. A new festival looks to celebrate the chestnut's history and raise awareness about its recovery efforts.
Coudersport Ice Mine, which naturally grows ice in summer, sees busiest year since reopening in 2014
Visitors come from all over the U.S. and the world to Potter County to see the icy mine. This summer, one of the hottest since 2014, has had the most ice.
Elk Cam gives people a chance to safely watch wildlife during rutting season
Elk mating season begins early September through October in Pennsylvania.
Campgrounds at Raystown Lake to reopen in phased rollout starting Friday
Susquehannock and Nancy's Boat-to-Shore Campgrounds will open this week, followed by Seven Points Campground on Friday, September 5.
Raystown Wildlife Watch invites visitors to help conservation efforts with mobile app
The data will help guide the conservation efforts at Raystown Lake, including managing invasive species.
New report advocates for more Pa. wildlife corridor projects
Proponents say the state should work with nonprofits on wildlife corridors to reduce vehicle collisions and protect endangered species.
Raystown Lake cancels campground reservations amid federal job cuts and hiring freezes
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, which manages the property, said recreation and stewardship events also will be reduced and canceled.
