The statewide muzzleloader season concluded on October 25, and the four-day Junior and Senior special firearms season for antlerless deer has just come to a close as well. The statewide archery season has been underway since October 3, and is now approaching the time that most archers have been waiting for — the beginning of
For an experienced hunter, one of the most valuable ways we can spend our time is to mentor a new youth hunter. It can truly be a rewarding experience to take a young, eager novice and nurture them through the process of becoming a safe, ethical, and knowledgeable hunter. It will be an activity that
Congratulations! Assuming that you have had a successful hunt and there is venison hanging on the meat pole, let’s take a look at doing your own butchering and processing. Hopefully you were able to keep the meat clean and cool after making that well-placed shot, and the meat has been able to hang and age
The long-awaited 2026 archery season is finally underway, and bowhunters throughout the state should be in for some ideal weather to start their season. As the season progresses, there are a few points to keep in mind to ensure the best flavor possible of the deer you will take. Over the years, folks trying venison
The sweltering heat of summer and the days after days of wet weather, followed by the high humidity of July and August, are finally behind us. The last several days of much cooler temperatures and less humidity are a welcome relief and a sign that fall is upon us. The arrival of fall ushers in
Even though the Pennsylvania archery season begins in a few short days, it extends all the way to January 24, 2027, and with almost 79 days of archery hunting available, it is not too late to take up the sport. Any new endeavor can sometimes be intimidating and always involves a learning curve of some
