Pennsylvania lawmakers propose hunter education course in schools
Members of the state House and Senate are looking to add Hunter-Trapper Education Course opportunities in schools across Pennsylvania.
Members of the state House and Senate are looking to add Hunter-Trapper Education Course opportunities in schools across Pennsylvania.
To a gardener, spring brings to mind a long list of things to do, from cleanup to pruning to planting. Knowing what needs to be done and when to address your list of chores is key to a fresh and healthy landscape.
A world-class public art experience by a Danish artist is coming to a Pennsylvania national forest in September of 2027, and he's bringing his giant troll sculptures with him.
Outdoor recreation jobs grew by 9,000 in 2024 to 177,000 workers. Wages in the outdoor recreation sector now total $9.5 billion across the state. Overall, Pennsylvania’s outdoor economy in 2024 is reported to have grown by $1.5 billion to a total of $20.4 billion in economic impact.
Shutterbugs of all skill levels are encouraged to submit their Pennsylvania scenes to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s annual Save the Bay Photo Contest, which runs March 9 through March 27.
The state Department of Environmental Protection reported that oil and other fluids that had flowed into the creek could be seen as far downstream as the Susquehanna River.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission investigated at least five hunting related shooting incidents during the two-week rifle deer season that resulted in two deaths and three injuries.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission said that deer are becoming increasingly active this time of year and motorists should be alert to animals moving near roadways.
The deciduous tree bears North America’s largest native fruit, and supports the zebra swallowtail butterfly — a species that has all but disappeared from the Pittsburgh region.
The city of Erie is seeking the public’s input on a proposed comprehensive, multiyear plan for enhancing the city’s public parks.