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Plattsburgh's huge playground for outdoors people
As we crossed the road and headed toward the cornfield, we could hear the occasional crowing of cock pheasants originating from the inner portions of the still-standing grain ... read more...
Time to rethink deer management tactics
This Saturday, Oct. 14, marks the opening of the special early archery season for deer in the Southern Zone. The season runs until the day prior to the regular (firearms) seas... read more...
Autumn 2006: A washout or wonderful?
To some, the term “hunting” implies a vision of the hunter being totally consumed in his or her quest of the prey. In reality, though, what occurs during any hunt is a cornuco... read more...
Are hunters becoming endangered species?
This Sunday, Oct.1, small game hunters can commence their quests to spend enjoyable autumn days afield while also benefiting from the satisfaction of occasionally harvesting t... read more...
Squirrel hunting is for all ages
If you enjoy hunting, those cool mornings we've had this week may have stirred your mental juices, anticipating what is just a couple weeks away now – several openers for smal... read more...
'Roadway deer season' about to begin
They're baaack ...deer on our local roadways, that is. After Labor Day, the number of car-deer accidents begins to increase, usually peaking in the months of October and Novem... read more...
NYRI: it ain't over 'til it's over
As we inch toward autumn, and the beautiful foliage it produces in our scenic area of the state, I'm reminded that lately I haven't heard many people talking about the propose... read more...
Never underestimate nature’s ugly side
While the outdoor world is normally a friendly and enjoyable place to be, it can and does turn very unfriendly, much to the discomfort or endangerment of the uninformed or un... read more...
Wildlife habitat management is a low priority
I hear it more and more: "Why isn't there more small game on public land?" or "Why isn't the State doing more to manage and sustain wildlife habitat on its lands?" Simply put,... read more...
Bass and trout are the best ‘dog days’ targets
August is normally the month that outdoor activities lean toward the more laid-back approach and primarily consist of less strenuous and less serious endeavors. It’s the mont... read more...
A season of extremes
By Bob McNitt Unless you have some scorpion blood flowing through your veins, the past few Sahara-like midday temperatures made being outdoors, whether working or playing, ... read more...
Sportfishing: From evolution to revolution
By Bob McNitt Sun Outdoors Writer A few weeks ago I got a call from a gentleman asking about an antique rod and reel he'd found while inventorying a recently deceased aunt's... read more...
The 'beast in the basement"
By Bob McNitt Two weeks have passed since much of our area was transformed into "Waterworld." While some flood-stricken victims may already have the water damage cleaned up a... read more...
The difference between good water and bad water
By Bob McNitt Outdoors Writer There’s the old saying that “if you get bucked off a horse, the best thing to do is to get right back on.” Following what has been some of the ... read more...
The dangers of 'flood prevention'
By Bob McNitt Outdoors Writer The soggy events of recent days is a liquid reminder that nature can, at any time, inundate us with such a surplus of precipitation that stream... read more...
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