…hopefully a name that doesn’t impose fear upon those who hear it. Unfortunately, this beautiful animal is misunderstood by some members of the public. However, my exposure to this species has been nothing but positive. When I think of black bears, images of past experiences spring into my head, which always leave me with a reminiscing smile. …
Where I stood at my station, awaiting my ride I listened to the sounds of a carousel breeze Twas a brisk winter day, the air full of chill The clicking of the leaves on the pavement still With horse-like grace the leaves did their dance Then twirling in open circles, riding the wind Riding the wind on a …
The famous breeding season for these massive mammals has just concluded. Now they will remain in their harems of about 15-20 animals throughout the winter. If you wish to view these amazing animals, the elk range in Pennsylvania encompasses about 835 square miles in Elk, Cameron, Clearfield, Potter and Clinton counties. In the approaching winter …
The other day, I watched a movie called The Big Year. It was a comedy with Steve Martin and Jack Black as the good guys and Owen Wilson as the antagonist. In the story, each of them was trying to complete and win a big year, which was to get the most bird species out …
Watching eyes, listening ears Silent feet, invisible shadow The knower and seeker The wily bird of the mysterious forest photo by Jackson and poem by Benjamin H., Wildlife Leadership Academy, Pennsylvania Drummers 2011 graduates
Posted: December 10, 2012 by
The American Black Bear
…hopefully a name that doesn’t impose fear upon those who hear it. Unfortunately, this beautiful animal is misunderstood by some members of the public. However, my exposure to this species has been nothing but positive. When I think of black bears, images of past experiences spring into my head, which always leave me with a reminiscing smile. …
Posted: November 26, 2012 by Academy Director
Carousel Breeze
Where I stood at my station, awaiting my ride I listened to the sounds of a carousel breeze Twas a brisk winter day, the air full of chill The clicking of the leaves on the pavement still With horse-like grace the leaves did their dance Then twirling in open circles, riding the wind Riding the wind on a …
Posted: October 31, 2012 by
Pennsylvania Elk
The famous breeding season for these massive mammals has just concluded. Now they will remain in their harems of about 15-20 animals throughout the winter. If you wish to view these amazing animals, the elk range in Pennsylvania encompasses about 835 square miles in Elk, Cameron, Clearfield, Potter and Clinton counties. In the approaching winter …
Posted: September 24, 2012 by Academy Director
Experiences with Birds
The other day, I watched a movie called The Big Year. It was a comedy with Steve Martin and Jack Black as the good guys and Owen Wilson as the antagonist. In the story, each of them was trying to complete and win a big year, which was to get the most bird species out …
Posted: September 13, 2012 by Academy Director
The Ruffed Grouse
Watching eyes, listening ears Silent feet, invisible shadow The knower and seeker The wily bird of the mysterious forest photo by Jackson and poem by Benjamin H., Wildlife Leadership Academy, Pennsylvania Drummers 2011 graduates