Outdoors calendar
ARCHERY
Sunday, May 22 at 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Sugarloaf Sledding Area Parking Lot 124 Main St, Ohiopyle, Pa. 15470
Exact Location — Sugarloaf Road
Throughout history humans have relied on the bow and arrow for protection and to gather food.
This weapon is still widely used today. Join us for this introductory lesson to learn the basic technics and safety rules of this reliable device.
This program is for ages 8 to 80. All equipment will be provided.
EVENING ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS
Mingo Creek Park
Wednesday, May 25, at 7 p.m. Shelter 6
Join NASP instructor Sarah Sandin for an evening of archery in Mingo Creek Park. Participants will learn the basics of shooting archery, including parts of the bow, shooting techniques, and safety on the range. Participants of all levels are welcome. Must be at least 10 years of age to participate.
Pre-registration is required; registration not more than 30 days in advance.
NO FEE
WHITEWATER
Friday, May 27 at 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater 124 Main St, Ohiopyle, Pa. 15470
Exact Location — Kentuck Road
Ohiopyle State Park has long been known for it’s great white water boating opportunities.
Join us to talk about what whitewater activities are available and how to do them safely. We will also have some great videos to watch.
TREE ID HIKE
Saturday, May 28 at 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Ferncliff Parking Lot
Did you ever wonder as you were walking through Ohiopyle’s fabulous forest which trees were which? Join us to hike along and learn how to identify many of the trees in Ohiopyle. We’ll also tell you which tree you shouldn’t use for a marshmallow stick and which one is best used to kill vampires.
CONSTANCE RANSON NATIVE PLANT SALE
Saturday, May 28 at 12 – 5 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Main Falls Area
Local growers of native plants will be selling shrubs and trees. There will be an interpretive tent where we will discuss planting to attract butterflies to your yard.
OUTDOOR GROCERY STORE
Saturday, May 28 at 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater
Learn some of the basics to foraging wild edibles. Identify the three W’s of what, when and where to look for them. We will take a short hike to look for some examples of what you might find.
BEECH TRAIL HIKE
Sunday, May 29 at 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Ohiopyle State Park, Kentuck Campground Amphitheater
We will wind our way down to the bike trail from the Kentuck Campground amphitheater through an old stand of beech trees. This three mile loop will take us through moderately rough terrain. Along the way we will discover some hidden treasures such as a waterfall and interesting rock formations. Sturdy footwear is recommended.
SHOOTING, RIFLE, ARCHERY
Meet at the Rostraver Sportmen’s and Conservation Club every third Monday at 7:30 p.m.
For more information call 724-872-4399 or rscal1973@yahoo.com.
FAIRBANK ROD AND GUN CLUB SPORTING CLAYS
Every Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. beginning April 19.
Find us on Facebook for more info.
FLY TYING CLASSES
Dunbar Sportsmen’s Club is hosting beginner fly tying classes. The classes begin at 6 pm. and started Monday, Feb. 22, and will run for several weeks.
Costs are minimal.
All necessary materials are provided.
For more information call Pete at 724-439-2507 or John at 724-277-4258 after 5 p.m.
TRAP SHOOTING
Nixon Gun Club
Open to public. Wednesdays 6-10 p.m.
Call 724-632-6810 for more info.
SPORTING CLAYS AND FIVE-STAND
California Hill Gun Club
Open to the public Sundays 9 a.m. – 12 noon
Call 724-938-3480 for info.
SUCCESSFUL TURKEY HUNTING
NOTE: Online registration only; must be at least 11 years old to register. Prior to attending, you should complete the independent study part of this program online.
If you don’t want to study online, please telephone the PGC Hunter-Trapper Education Division at 717-787-7015 (M-F from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) to request a printed version of our Successful Turkey Hunting!
Student Manual. The independent-study part of the training will take about 6 to 8 hours to complete.
SUCCESSFUL FURTAKING
Prior to attending the one-day class, all students must complete the independent study part of the training by clicking on the link “Successful Furtaking!
Student Manual” on the website at www.pgc.state.pa.us.
If not online, please telephone the PGC Hunter-Trapper Education Division at (717) 787-7015 (M-F, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.) to request a printed version of the manual.
The independent study portion of the course takes approximately 6-8 hours to complete.
SUCCESSFUL BOWHUNTER-ED CLASSES
NOTE: All the online Pennsylvania Bowhunter Education Course must be completed before registering for Successful Bowhunting.
The online bowhunter education course (Pennsylvania Bowhunter Education Course) and Successful Bowhunting field day to complete the requirements for Pennsylvania bowhunter education.
Online registration only.
HUNTER-TRAPPER INDEPENDENT STUDY COURSE
NOTE: Must be 11 years old to register. Students must attend the 2-3 hour class to be tested and certified. Students must study entire course content on own online, taking about 8-10 hours to complete.
HUNTER-TRAPPER ED CLASSES
NOTE: All hunter-trapper education students must now register online. To register go to the Game Commission’s website at http://www.pgc.state.pa.us and look for Hunter-Trapper Education.
Click on the photo and it will open the link to the registration page. The instructions on how to register are easy to follow.
Must be 11 years old to attend class.
FAYETTE COUNTY – ON LINE REGISTRATION ONLY
Saturday, May 28, 2016 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Star Junction Fish and Game
Gun Club Road, Star Junction 15482
Class limit: 40
蘑菇视频(s): Helen Bittorf 724-497-3079
WASHINGTON COUNTY – ON LINE REGISTRATION ONLY
Saturday, May 21, 2016 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Gander Mountain
1500 West Chestnut St, Washington 15301
Class limit: 50
蘑菇视频(s): Rich Joyce 724-238-9523
Saturday, June 11, 2016 9 a.m. -5 p.m.
Location: Gander Mountain
1500 West Chestnut St, Washington 15301
Class limit: 50
蘑菇视频(s): Rich Joyce 724-238-9523
Sunday, July 10, 2016 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Charleroi Gun Club
79 Gun Club Road, Charleroi 15022
Class limit: 40
WESTMORELAND COUNTY – ON LINE REGISTRATION ONLY
Saturday, June 25, 2016 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Kingston Vets and Sportsmen’s Club
138 Kingston Club Road, Latrobe 15650
Class limit: 55
蘑菇视频(s): Jeff Uschak 724-420-4494
Saturday, June 25 8 a.m – 4:30 p.m.
Location: Murrysville Gun Club
3751 Gun Club Road, Murrysville 15668
Class limit: 55
蘑菇视频(s): Dale Emerick 412-580-1642
SUCCESSFUL FURTAKING
Prior to attending the one-day class, all students must complete the independent study part of the training by clicking on the link “Successful Furtaking! Student Manual” on the website at www.pgc.state.pa.us.
If not online, please telephone the PGC Hunter-Trapper Education Division at (717) 787-7015 (M-F, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.) to request a printed version of the manual. The independent study portion of the course takes approximately 6-8 hours to complete.
HUNTING SEASONS
WOODCHUCKS (GROUNDHOGS): No closed season, except on Sundays and during the regular firearms deer seasons.
No limit.
PORCUPINES: Sept. 1-March 31, except during overlap with the regular firearms deer season. (3 daily, season limit of 10).
CROWS: July 3-April 10, on Friday, Saturday and Sunday only. No limit.
STARLINGS AND ENGLISH SPARROWS: No closed season, except during the antlered and antlerless deer season.
No limit.
SPRING GOBBLER (Bearded bird only): Special season for eligible junior hunters, with required license, and mentored youth – April 23, 2016. Only 1 spring gobbler may be taken during this hunt.
SPRING GOBBLER (Bearded bird only): April 30-May 31, 2016. Daily limit 1, season limit 2. (Second spring gobbler may be only taken by persons who possess a valid special wild turkey license.)
From April 30-May 14, legal hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise until noon; from May 16-31, legal hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise until one-half hour after sunset.
2015-16 FURBEARER HUNTING SEASONS
COYOTES: No closed season. Unlimited. Outside of any big game season (deer, bear, elk and turkey), coyotes may be taken with a hunting license or a furtaker license, and without wearing orange.
During any big game season, coyotes may be taken while lawfully hunting big game or with a furtaker license.
OPOSSUM, STRIPED SKUNKS and WEASELS: No closed season, except Sundays. No limits.