The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented its the annual Excellence in Craft Awards at spring conference banquet held Saturday, May 21 at Mansfield University. Awards Chair Brad Isles presented first-place awards to 18 winners across a total of eight Core … Continued
Registration is now open for the annual POWA Sporting Clays & Wobble Trap Shoot at Martz’s Gap View Preserve in Dalmatia, with clay birds provided by White Flyer Targets. Shoot a round and support a great cause! Our Sporting Clays … Continued
We are excited to start off our show season this weekend at the Early Bird Sports Expo in Bloomsburg, Pa. (1/27-1/30). From there we will be going to the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, Pa (2/4-2/13) followed finally by … Continued
CORE AWARDS Best Newspaper Column (sponsored by Bob & Linda Steiner) • Winner: “Centre County’s drought leaves wildlife with no place to go” by Mark Nale, published in the Centre Daily Times, August 23, 2020. • Runner-Up: “Birding for the … Continued
It’s time to think spring and getting outside for some fun! The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association is hosting a Sporting Clays & Wobble Trap Shoot on Sunday, April 11 at Martz’s Gap View Hunting Preserve. Shooters are invited to register … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards at the conclusion of its virtual membership meeting on Saturday, Aug. 29. Awards Chair Brad Isles announced first-place awards to 17 individuals in 28 categories. There were over … Continued
In light of Gov. Tom Wolf’s latest announcement that indoor gatherings of 25 or more people are now prohibited, it is no longer feasible for the venue to accommodate our August conference, as they do not have an outdoor space … Continued
Greetings POWA Members, In light of recent news and developments regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, I wanted to send an update regarding our upcoming POWA conference scheduled for May 14-17, 2020 in Grantville, PA. Please know the health and safety of … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards during its Spring Conference banquet at The Franklin in Franklin, PA on May 5, 2018. Awards Chair Brad Isles distributed first-place awards to 15 individuals in 28 categories. … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards during its Spring Conference banquet at Holiday Inn Harrisburg-Hershey on May 20, 2017. Awards Chair Brad Isles distributed first-place awards to 16 individuals in 28 categories. There were … Continued
One of Pittsburgh’s great sports traditions, the Allegheny Outdoor Sport and Travel Show, will celebrate its 32nd year of bringing the best of hunting, fishing, camping, boating, vacation planning and off-roading under one roof when it returns to the Pittsburgh/Monroeville … Continued
The Pennsylvania Forest Heritage Association – formerly the Pennsylvania Forest Fire Museum Association – will open its Discovery Center for the season on Memorial Day Weekend. The center is located at Caledonia State Park, outside of Fayetteville in Franklin County. … Continued
Gogal Publishing recently released the fourth edition of its GPS enabled Stream Map USA app for iPhone and iPad. The Great Lakes Edition expands coverage of Gogal’s signature brand to 25 states adding complete stream maps of Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, … Continued
Gogal Publishing announces the release of Stream Map USA – Southeast Edition expanding Gogal’s signature brand with complete stream map coverage of Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. Stream Map USA is a searchable, … Continued
Andy Ernst, vice president of Ernst Conservation Seeds, was honored for his many contributions to the native seed industry by the Atlantic Seed Association (ASA) during its 63rd Annual Convention banquet in Gettysburg in October. ASA president Doug Rohrer of … Continued
Gogal Publishing Company releases its first two editions of Stream Map USA for iPhone and iPad. Each app is a complete GPS map and navigation tool for anglers, paddlers, hunters, hikers and just about anyone who plays in the outdoors. … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards during its Spring Conference banquet at Seven Springs Mountain Resort on Saturday, May 16, 2015. POWA would like to thank all of the sponsors that make these … Continued
Meadville, PA – Ernst Conservation Seeds has announced its sponsorship of a premier native plant lecture series this spring at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, Kempton, Pa., featuring three renowned experts in the native plant movement: Ann Raver, Bill Cullina and Mark … Continued
No sooner had the doors closed on the 2014 Lehigh Valley Sportsman Show than vendors began reserving space for the 2015 show, which is yet another example of this being “the show worth waiting for.” This year’s LVSS runs from … Continued
The National Wild Turkey Federation, Range Resources Corporation, NiSource Midstream LLC (a division of Columbia Gas) and the Washington County Planning Commission recently completed a wildlife habitat enhancement project planned earlier this year. Range Resources has successfully drilled more than … Continued
In 2015 the Lehigh Valley Sportsman Show is literally bigger and better than ever because of a redesigned floor plan that now provides more space for additional vendors and allowed others to expand their display at the show, Friday-Sunday, March … Continued
Discover a world of outdoor adventure at the 6th Annual Greater Philadelphia Outdoor Sportshow, February 26-March 1, 2015 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA. Looking for the latest in sporting equipment of all types? It’s here! Want … Continued
Calvin Ernst, founder and president of Ernst Conservation Seeds, was recently honored for a lifetime of contributions to the native seed industry by the Atlantic Seed Association (ASA) and Penn State University during separate events. Ernst is a POWA supporting … Continued
Beginning with the 2014 deer seasons, caring hunters who annually help feed hungry Pennsylvanians by donating their extra venison through Hunters Sharing the Harvest (HSH) will discover an easier process at virtually no cost. And their compassionate gesture will gain … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards during its Spring Conference banquet in Shippensburg, PA on Saturday, May 17, 2014. Awards Chair Brad Isles distributed awards to 14 individuals in 20 categories. There were 250 … Continued
Gogal Publishing Company, a supporting member of the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association, today announced the launch of GPS Topo USA, a new iPhone navigation app designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts. GPS Topo USA guides users to any wilderness destination then … Continued
Through the generous support of show promoters, vendors, guides and outfitters, the Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association has raised more than $400,000 the past 31 years through its auctions at outdoors shows. All the money is used to support a $1,000 … Continued
Hunting Works for PA is a coalition of businesses, organizations and travel and tourism bureaus that are educating the public, media and public officials about the incredible economic impact that hunters have on Pennsylvania. Most folks know that hunting is … Continued
CARLISLE, PA – Sports and outdoor enthusiasts will converge on central Pennsylvania during the weekend of September 6-8, 2013 for the all-new Carlisle Sports and Outdoor Nationals. The event, taking place at the Carlisle PA Fairgrounds, hosts family fun, displays, … Continued
The Pennsylvania Outdoor Writers Association presented the annual Excellence in Craft Awards during its Spring Conference banquet in Franklin, PA on Saturday, May 4, 2013. Awards Chair Brad Isles distributed awards to 16 individuals in 18 categories. There were 220 … Continued
Applications are being accepted until March 31, 2013 for the 19th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp being held June 16-21, 2013 at the Allenberry Resort in Boiling Springs, Cumberland County. The highly structured curriculum is based on … Continued
The Lehigh Valley Sportsman Show is making a return and will be held March 2-3 in Ag Hall at Allentown Fairgrounds. A large number of supporting members will be in attendance. Visit http://www.lehighvalleysportsmanshow.com/ for more information. This show has a … Continued
The Bluebird Society of PA and the Purple Martin Conservation Association of Erie, PA will hold a joint conference at Best Western Premier- The Central Hotel & Conference Center, 800 East Park Drive, Harrisburg, Pa. 17111 April 5-6, 2013. Event Highlights: … Continued
BOILING SPRINGS: Applications are now being accepted for the 19th annual Rivers Conservation and Fly Fishing Youth Camp being held June 16-21, 2013 at the Allenberry Resort in Boiling Springs, Cumberland County, The highly structured curriculum is based on college … Continued
Hobie® Mirage® Pro Angler 12 Wins ICAST Best of Show Oceanside, California – Hobie’s Mirage Pro Angler 12 has been voted by buyers and media as the most innovative new product of ICAST 2012 in both the overall “Best of … Continued
More than 3,000 Pennsylvania youths are being introduced to traditional sporting activities and conservation through events and programs sponsored this year by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. RMEF has announced $19,813 in grants for sponsorships across Pennsylvania in 2012. … Continued
The biggest trap shoot in the state of Pennsylvania and the largest state shooting event in the United States, will take place at the PSSA home shooting grounds near Elysburg, Northumberland County, from June 11-17, 2012. It is expected several … Continued
Albany Township artists will open their doors for the 7th Annual Hawk Mountain Arts Tour & Sale on Saturday, June 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free, self-guided driving tour is a chance to discover a wide range … Continued
Bluebird Conference Penn Stater Hotel Conference Center 215 Innovation Boulevard State College, PA 16803 April 13 &14,2012 lf you enjoy songbirds and nature, you will want to attend the 14″‘Annual Bluebird Society of Pennsylvahia’s Conference on April 13th & 14th, … Continued