In a recent study done by Dr. Roland Kays, curator of mammals at the New York State Museum in Albany, he and his colleagues genetically tested 696 coyotes — museum specimens and those shot by hunters or caught by trappers — and found most contained wolf genes, says columnist Dennis Aprill.
Some of the lakes in the Adirondacks, especially at higher elevations, have been iced over for some time. But other than the bays, most of the bigger lakes like Lake Champlain and Lake George have progressed a little more slowly, says columnist Dan Ladd.
The 12-state Hunting License Sales Index comprises states from four main regions of the United States. Nine of those states recorded hunting license sales increases from January through December 2009 over the previous year.
Despite below-zero weather, there is no need for those who love being in the out-of-doors to stay inside, especially if you dress properly, says columnist Dennis Aprill.
With half the winter about over, and the Department of Environmental Conservation formula of 60 days with snow depth of 15 inches or more being one of the yardsticks to measure how stressed the deer are, it seems that barring a lot of storms with snow lingering into late April, our deer should be in pretty good shape.
I am frequently in the woods alone, as are many North Country men and women who cherish their freedom to roam. So last week I took a Wilderness First Responder class, says columnist Elizabeth Lee.
After trudging down a ⅔-mile, snow-packed trail, columnist Dennis Aprill entered the encampment — 15 tents, three dogs and 17 happy folks bantering around the campfire.
While it was termed a "rally" for all sporting interests, there was certainly an emphasis on gun rights. That was never more obvious than when keynote speakers, primarily the National Rifle Association's CEO and executive vice president Wayne LaPierre, took the podium, says columnist Dan Ladd.
The programs provide pheasant-hunting opportunities through a partnership amongst the Department of Environmental Conservation, sportsmen and sportswomen, 4-H youth and landowners who are interested in rearing and releasing pheasants.
According to HunterSurvey.com and AnglerSurvey.com, conducted by Southwick Associates, 53.8 percent of hunters and 51.6 percent of anglers agreed they prefer continuing their use of the same quality brands.
Some people want huge tracts of wilderness with tremendous variety of wildlife, including moose and wolves, but fail to realize the two don't necessarily go hand in hand, says columnist Dennis Aprill.
TU chapter to discuss impact of alewives; Sportsman's Show slated for Jan. 15-17; Champlain Trails hike scheduled; DEC clarifies use of bait fish; Variety of winter activities scheduled in Keene Valley.
Though the New York mountain lion debate is an ongoing one, we do know that out West the big cats, also called cougars, are expanding their range both eastward and northward, columnist Dennis Aprill says.
The 2009 pro bass tourneys held on Lake Champlain in 2009 generated more than $8 million in local revenue, according to a recently released economic-impact study. Officials believe that figure will rise as the region continues to host pro tourneys.
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