Outdoors

Game commission: Report wild turkey flocks through March 15

The Game Commission is asking for the public’s help finding turkey flocks for ongoing research. Pennsylvanians are encouraged to report the location of any turkey flocks they see across the state. Information is being collected online at pgcforms.pa.gov/TurkeySightingSurvey now through March 15. Among other things, visitors to that webpage are asked to provide the date of the sighting, the location and the type of land (public, private or unknown) where birds are seen. Game Commission crews will assess sites for the potential to trap turkeys. Just like the last six winters, the ...

Eco-friendly toilet papers are trendy, but their actual environmental impacts vary

Toilet paper, a product that is used for a few seconds before being disposed of forever, is typically made with trees, energy-intensive manufacturing processes and chemicals that can pollute the environment. Experts say more consumers are seeking toilet paper made from recycled content or ...

Buck Fever Trophy Showcase 2026

In the Parks

Various local parks will offer programs that folks may be interested in attending. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The programs may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or community guidelines. Black Bears Virtually HOWARD — Learn more about the American Black Bear in a virtual program offered by Bald Eagle State Park on Jan. 7, 2026. Join the park naturalist every Wednesday in January to learn about the natural world! Programs will occur virtually on Microsoft Teams. Pre-registration is required on the DCNR Calendar of ...

Twin brothers get first bucks

PHOTOS PROVIDED Twin brothers, Roman and Jaxon, 12, were able to bag their first bucks about a week apart from each other. Roman, at left, is pictured with his 6-point he shot on opening day of rifle season. About a week later his brother, Jaxon, was able to get this 8-point on Dec. 7.

In the Parks

Various local parks will offer programs that folks may be interested in attending. All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate. The programs may be modified or cancelled in the event of severe weather or community guidelines. Making Hickory Syrup PHILIPSBURG — Continuing the old-fashioned skills series at Black Moshannon State Park, you can find out how to easily make shagbark hickory syrup in a program on Saturday, Dec. 27, from 1-2:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Please do not attend this program if you have tree nut allergy. Snow ...