Outdoor Recreation

January 30, 2021

HuntFishPA: New mobile-friendly licensing platform for PA outdoor rec enthusiasts

The Pennsylvania Game Commission and Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission have launched HuntFishPA, the new user-friendly licensing platform for hunters, anglers, and boaters. Visitors to the new HuntFishPA website will discover convenient features like personalized dashboards, autorenewal for fishing licenses, and the ability to report game and furbearer harvests as required.

January 20, 2021

USDA Forest Service accepting comments on North Country National Scenic Trail reroute proposal

The Allegheny National Forest is accepting public comments on a proposed reroute of the North Country National Scenic Trail just north of Johnnycake Run on the Bradford Ranger District.

January 14, 2021

Ice fishing safely in the PA Wilds

Ice fishing can be hit or miss depending on the weather in the winter -- here Beau Martonik offers tips and hints on how to safely ice fish in the PA Wilds.

January 9, 2021

Allegheny Outfitters: Reflecting on 2020

Before the ball dropped on New Year's Eve, Piper VanOrd at Allegheny Outfitters was reflecting on the ups and downs of operating a small business in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

December 17, 2020

Understanding Vegetation Features to Hunt Mountain Bucks

Beau Martonik looks at different types of vegetation in this second piece on planning a successful hunt in the PA Wilds.

November 21, 2020

For Out-of-State Visitors, DCNR Requires Negative COVID-19 Test or Quarantine Before Visiting Parks

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced changes to operating procedures for state park and forest facilities that will require out-of-state visitors to comply with orders intended to prevent the spread and mitigate the impacts of COVID-19.

November 5, 2020

Understanding terrain features to hunt mountain bucks

Understanding terrain features when hunting can greatly improve your chances of having deer encounters in the Pennsylvania Wilds.

November 1, 2020

Winding Up 2020: 10 Great Hikes in the PA Wilds

There’s never been a better time to grab your knapsack, hiking shoes, camera and binoculars and witness the beauty of the PA Wilds as we dive into autumn and the shifting of Mother Earth’s own biological clock.

October 30, 2020

Take the perfect family photo along the Lumber Heritage Region Selfie Trail

The Lumber Heritage Region Selfie Trail is made up of 11 spots across the region. Grab your selfie stick to complete the wayfinding trail. 

October 26, 2020

Nominations Being Accepted For 2021 Pennsylvania Trail Of The Year

Pennsylvanians are being asked to nominate their favorite trail for the 2021 Trail of the Year. Nominations are due by November 20, 2020.