Outdoors calendar
FISHING DERBY
The Uniontown Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America is hosting its free annual youth fishing derby at Izaak Walton Park on Route 381 in Farmington from 9 to 11 a.m. June 4.
The derby is open to all children ages 12 and under and prizes for the biggest fish will be awarded in age groups. Participants must bring their own tackle and bait. Lunch and refreshments are free to all who attend. The park is about a mile from Route 40 on the left.
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.
YOUGHIOGHENY RIVER SYMPOSIUM
Friday, June 24 at 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Penn State, Fayette Campus
Exact location-Magerko Hall
Panels to discuss the Youghiogheny’s recovering fishery, the river’s positive impact on the region’s economy and quality of life, ongoing restoration work, and threats to the resource. Speakers include DCNR Secretary, Cyndy Adams Dunn; Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau CEO, Renee Seifert; and Fish and Boat Commission regional biologist, Rick Lorson. Catered lunch with $20.00 registration. Post-event celebration with presentations by professional Youghiogheny fishing guides to follow off-site. Register at www.chestnutridgetu.org. For information call 724-880-4313.
“COME DOWN TO THE YOUGH”
Saturday, June 25 at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Youghiogheny Lake Tailrace, Confluence.
Follow-up to the Youghiogheny River Synmposium. Hot dogs, soft drinks courtesy of Chestnut Ridge, Trout Unlimited. Tour Trout Unlimited’s “Cage-culture” trout nursery, operated in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers that furnishes trout for public fishing throughout the Laurel Highlands region. Talk fishing and wet a line in the river.
SECOND ANNUAL M.O.A CATFISH DERBY
1724 Main Street, Marianna, Pa. 15345
Saturday, July 16, 2016, 4 – 9 p.m.
Pre-Register: Register in advance by filling out the form below and sending to the marked address. You will still need to check-in the day of the derby between 2 – 3:45 p.m.
Race Day Check-In: Pre derby registration will take place from 2 – 3:45pm the day of the derby at the Ten Mile Creek Access area at the above address along Main Street in Marianna.
COST (MOA Members): $15 COST (Non-Members): $25
— $5 per additional pole (2 pole max)
Cash and Gift Prizes: Largest catfish and most fish caught
This is a catch and release tournament.
BBQ, vendors, crafters, and flea market tables will be at the derby registration from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Vendors, crafter, or flea market table registration $20 per 10’x10鈥� space.
For more information: call 724-986-5708
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
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.