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Lancaster Fly Fishing Show set for March 15-16

LANCASTER — The 2025 edition of the Lancaster Fly Fishing Show rolls into the Lancaster County Convention Center March 15-16 with everything for the fresh- and saltwater fly-fishing angler from rods, reels, clothing, seminars, classes, fly tying and fly casting, theater presentations, fishing art, and vacation destinations. The Convention Center is at 25 South Queen St. Hours are 9 a.m.-5:30 Sat.; 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sun. Fly Fishing Show admission is $20 for one day, $35 for two days. Children under age 5 are free as are Boy and Girl Scouts under age 16 in uniform. Children 6-12 are ...

Watch for Short-Eared Owls this winter

February is an excellent time for seasoned birders and casual nature enthusiasts to watch for one of Pennsylvania’s more delightful raptors, the elusive short-eared owl. Among our state’s winter visitors, these enigmatic owls stand out not only for their beauty but also for their ...

Williamsport plans to seek ‘bird town’ status

The City of Williamsport has something to chirp about this spring. City Council recently approved a resolution to adopt initiatives to be recognized as a Pennsylvania Audubon Council Pennsylvania “Bird Town.” Valerie Fessler, director of community and economic development, introduced the resolution. Bird Town works in conjunction with municipalities and like-minded organizations to promote communities’ conservation actions to create healthy, more sustainable environments for birds, wildlife and people, Fessler said. The action requires no general fund expense. Bruce ...

Despite knowing where and when people hunt, Canada geese don’t flee far

UNIVERSITY PARK — Geese appear to understand when and where hunting takes place but are willing to risk the danger to stay close to resources and their primary habitats, according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State. In findings recently published in Landscape Ecology, the ...