Ohio Maple Syrup Festivals

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COLUMBUS, OH – Warming days and chilly nights start the sap flowing in Ohio’s maple trees, signaling maple syrup festival time in four Ohio State Parks, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). These family-friendly events offer visitors a glimpse into how early settlers turned tree sap into our favorite waffle [...]


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Malaba Farm Maple Family Festival Weekends March 6th-14th

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LUCAS, OH- Discover the history of maple syrup making in Ohio at Malabar Farm State Park during the first two weekends in March (March 6-7 and March 13-14) from noon to 4 p.m. Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), the 33rd Annual Maple Syrup Family Festival is free and features [...]


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Online Tree Stand Safety Course

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As treestand use is a popular part of archery deer seasons, as well as other deer seasons, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is offering hunters the opportunity to take a free, voluntary online treestand safety course.
To take the course, go to the agency’s website (www.pgc.state.pa.us), click on “Education” in the left-hand column [...]


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Road Trip Truth

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Got back late last night after visiting Columbus for CCAD’s Open House. Jamie is looking at art schools and it geve us an opportunity to visit with some old friends.
Noticed something on the way though: I take 76 to work every day, and have seen a lot of touring bikes recently. Couple on [...]


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PA Game Commission Collectible Knives, Calls and Prints

HARRISBURG – The third year of the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s two time-limited collectible series – the Wild Turkey Heritage Series and the Upland Game Bird Series –now are available for ordering. Orders will be taken through the agency’s website (www.pgc.state.pa.us), by mail or by calling 1-888-888-3459 (toll-free).

In addition to ordering online, a downloadable [...]