Having grown up in Lycoming County and spending most of the years of my life roaming its hills and streams, it has been a natural progression to be an avid lover of nature and to enjoy the outdoor sporting opportunities that this wonderful area provides. Through the years, my respect and admiration for all the
For us diehard fishing enthusiasts, every month of the year usually provides some kind of fishing opportunities; there’s hardly any month that I’m not involved in some kind of fishing on a lake, stream, or river. That being said, however, June is probably the month with some of the most fishing activity of the year.
For Alizabeth Schuler and her South Williamsport High School softball teammates, it was like Ground Hog Day all over again. As the state championship game ended, the Mounties fell to state powerhouse Neshannock for the second year in a row. Emotions overflowed, both from the players on the field and the legion of blue-clad fans
As the winter began its march toward spring, the 2025 South Williamsport High School softball schedule was still a work in progress. Some phone calls seeking games went unanswered; other possible opponents already had full 20-game schedules. The Mounties knew they were headed to Myrtle Beach for five tough opening games, but questions remained as
Props to the Montoursville Warriors on a fantastic season. They are heading to the 4A PIAA State Championship. The outcome will be determined by the time we go to print. But win or lose. These guys are rock stars. We are so dang proud. I have many ties to their coaches and players. I hope
H.G. Wells’s 1895 science fiction novel Time Machine has been much scrutinized and talked about over the years. The work suggested a concept of time travel using a device to travel purposely forward or backward through time. Not being a Wells fan or proponent of the notion, I have previously never paid any attention to
I fondly recall my early years growing up in northern Lycoming County. Hours upon untold hours were spent outside — fishing, hunting, hiking, exploring, and watching the wonders of nature unfold time and time again. Great memories were formulated, and it was a very healthy environment to spend those youthful years. No cell phone. No
As spring rolls to an end and summer approaches I find myself on the lookout for the new additions to our local wildlife populations. As usual, one of the first to show up are fawn deer, and over the past couple of weeks, I am finally starting to see a fawn or two each week
The natural beauty of the great outdoors compels millions of people to incorporate nature into their daily routines. Whether it’s a morning walk around the neighborhood, an oceanfront weekend spent with toes in the sand or an afternoon lounging on a lake, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the great outdoors. Camping is a
There’s not much question about it, when it comes to fishing, probably the most common topic is what lure did you use to catch fish? Indeed, lure presentation is an important part of a successful outing, as is the right size and type of rods and reels being utilized. All too often, however, we seem
You can visit your local outdoor store and discover numerous gift ideas for Dad on His Day. You can find hundreds of great gift ideas online to make His Day a little brighter. And, you can browse through the many catalogs you or he receives in the mail to come up with some great ideas.
The proms have concluded, planned with such care Flowers and dinners and fancy dresses to wear The Seniors have realized those school days are gone Teachers and coaches had told them it wouldn’t take long Graduations are over, hats thrown in the air Some have expressed sadness while others don’t care Those days in the
