Hunting

September 30, 2022

Roads open for 2022-23 hunting seasons in ANF, Marienville Ranger District

The USDA Forest Service will open 85 Forest Roads on the Allegheny National Forest’s Marienville Ranger District for hunter access between September 28, 2022, and February 19, 2023, unless otherwise noted. Traditionally many of the normally gated roads are opened each fall to allow preseason scouting and legal hunting during select Pennsylvania hunt seasons.

March 10, 2022

Why do bucks shed their antlers?

What is the actual biology that causes antlers to fall off a buck’s head? AccuForage's Kory McConnell steps through what can cause this "shed", which is why you may find antlers in the forest!

February 7, 2022

Tips and tricks to finding more shed deer antlers

The thought of upcoming warmer weather can tempt anyone to hit the woods...and look to find the sheds from the buck that got away. Learn about the art of shed hunting in the PA Wilds from AccuForage's Taylor Holt!

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.

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 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.

September 28, 2020

Additional State Forest Roads Opening Throughout The State For Hunting Seasons, Other Outdoor Activities

Hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this autumn will find additional roads open in 18 of the 20 state forest districts, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced.

May 1, 2020

Will COVID-19 Affect Hunting Season?

Outdoorsman Beau Martonik notes that while the Pennsylvania Game Commission has indicated it will not be cancelling hunting seasons amid COVID-19, including the Spring Gobbler season, it doesn’t mean we should operate as “normal."

February 26, 2020

Shed Hunting for Mountain Bucks

Throughout the winter, whitetail bucks will shed their antlers. From late February through April, looking for shed antlers is something that outdoorsman Beau Martonik looks forward to every year.

December 2, 2019

Essential Gear for Backpack Hunting in the Wilds

To really get away from the hustle of everyday life, Beau Martonik enjoys going on weekend-to-weeklong backpack hunting trips. Here are some tips.