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Wanted: Wildlife photos from readers for Father's Day29 May 2011, 6:28 amThe Post-Standard is once again holding a wildlife photography contest. The deadline for submitting entries is June 8. The top photos will run on the Outdoors Page in The Post Standard on Father’s Day, June 19. We’re looking for amusing...Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC seeks input on proposed changes to state fishing regulations29 May 2011, 6:17 amAmong the proposals: Allowing year-round bass fishing on Oneida Lake and increasing the minimum size a tiger muskie can be kept in Otisco Lake and three other Southern Tier rivers from 30 to 40 inches.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Cazenovia man tells of 'once-in-a lifetime' fishing trip that turned into an annual event29 May 2011, 6:10 amThe group this year is going on a Canadian fishing trip for the 25th year. Advice to the guy who could never see himself doing such a thing? "Do it. You're missing an opportunity," Bill Hall said.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Anglers: Here's your chance to weigh in on DEC fishing regulation proposals29 May 2011, 6:01 amAmong the proposals is the allowing of year-round bass fishing on Oneida Lake. This should prove to be the most controversial.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Volunteers urged to make a difference at Montezuma Wetlands complex29 May 2011, 5:25 amA volunteer group has scheduled opportunities for interested persons to help control the spread of invasive plant species in the 50,000-acre Montezuma Wetlands Complex. The Montezuma Alliance for the Restoration of Species and Habitats has scheduled four sessions to pull...Source: Outdoors Blog
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Skaneateles boy, 12, bags his first gobbler27 May 2011, 2:53 pmThe interesting thing about the 20-pound gobbler with a 10- inch beard and one inch spurs is that he got it the old fashioned way, probably similar to how his grandfather hunted birds back before retail stores carried all the gadgets to help you get a turkey.Source: Outdoors Blog
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CNY readers tell more funny/embarrassing boat launch stories27 May 2011, 7:03 am"Unfortunately, an unseen, but very long piece of metal rod was sticking out of the side of the ramp. The rod punctured the boat at the transom end and inertia did the rest. Slowly but surely, the boat settled in 7 feet of water," recalled Dick Capella.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Former Onondaga Lake Park Marina harbormaster recalls funny/embarrassing boat launch tales27 May 2011, 6:44 amAs any boater or person staffing a marina will tell you, there’s no shortage of embarrassing, frustrating and downright funny incidents, particularly this time of year.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Guest column: Advice on hunting the final days of the CNY 2011 turkey season27 May 2011, 6:36 amThe rewards for sticking it out, and being patient may be a big old gobbler. Some of the oldest and more difficult gobblers are tagged near the very end of May, and well worth the effort, said Mike Joyner.Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC: Campers should review registration procedures, alcohol possession policies26 May 2011, 3:34 pmBeer balls and kegs are prohibited in DEC campgrounds during the holiday weekend.Source: Outdoors Blog
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There's still openings at week-long, DEC-run summer camps for children26 May 2011, 1:19 pmAt $350 a week, these camps are a terrific bargain and offer amazing opportunities for your child to learn and interact with the natural environment, according to the DEC.Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC locks gate at Three Mile Bay Wildlife Management Area for the summer26 May 2011, 1:12 pmThe gate closure is the continuation of an established policy to maintain access and use of the wildlife management area for the public while prohibiting illegal and unsafe activities.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Central Square man lands memorable northern pike fishing on Port Bay West26 May 2011, 11:38 am"This pike hit with a voracious thump, and after approximately 7 minutes of tiring the pike out, my fiancée’ managed to strong-arm, with net in hand, this toothy predator into our boat," said Tom Sperrazza.Source: Outdoors Blog
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May 27-30: Walleye fishing remains 'challenging'; perch/crappie bite is strong26 May 2011, 6:55 amOneida Lake water level is finally down. One charter boat captain described catching walleyes this week as "challenging," noting a lot of the fish his clients are catching have stomach's filled with gizzard shad.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Syracuse man wins $15,000 in FLW Fantasy Fishing competition25 May 2011, 3:55 pmKevin Haley of Syracuse, correctly picked Walmart FLW Tour pro John Cox of DeBary, Fla., to win last week's Walmart FLW Tour on the Red River presented by OFF!Source: Outdoors Blog
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Clay man catches 28-inch brown on Lake Ontario25 May 2011, 2:38 pmThe fish weighed 13 pounds and was caught on a blue and silver Smithwick lure behind a planer board.Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC announces program to protect backcountry hikers and campers25 May 2011, 12:49 pmNew Steward Interns and Assistant Rangers Will Improve Education and Emergency Response.Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC schedules chemical treatment of Seneca Lake tribs to kill sea lampreys24 May 2011, 3:58 pmThe application of the lampricide in certain tributaries in the lake where the lampreys spawn should increase the numbers and size of the lake's trout and landlocked salmon.Source: Outdoors Blog
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East Syracuse girl lands lunker largemouth on pond near Pulaski24 May 2011, 3:31 pmShe caught it using "Zoom Shakey Head Worm Bait" suggested to her by Wayne O'Neill, her 9 year old brother.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Auburn man tells of the taking of two turkeys on farmland in Skaneateles24 May 2011, 11:24 amSubmitted photoShane and his bird Joe Leogrande, of Auburn, and Shane Barrett, of Elbridge, recently got their gobblers while hunting on a farm in Skaneateles. Leogrande wrote: The wild turkeys were pushed hard where I hunt, and the one big...Source: Outdoors Blog
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A sign of spring in CNY -- a baby painted turtle24 May 2011, 11:29 amGary Walts/The Post-Standard Staff photographer Gary Walts snapped this photo of a painted turtle hatchling that he found in his backyard at his home near Watertown. That's Gary's hand holding the creature. Cute shot!...Source: Outdoors Blog
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Video: Wild Carp Celebrity Challenge produces big fish and lots of cash for local charities24 May 2011, 6:59 amThe competition was the last event on the Wild Carp Week schedule and pitted an outdoors editor, a weatherman, an investigative reporter, the mayor of Baldwinsville and a well-known magician against each other -- all for charity.Source: Outdoors Blog
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DEC: Leave newborn fawns and other young wildlife alone23 May 2011, 11:41 amFinding a fawn deer lying by itself is fairly common. Many people assume that young wildlife found alone are abandoned and need assistance for their survival. In nearly all cases, human interaction does more damage than good.Source: Outdoors Blog
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Woman catches nice drum on the Seneca River23 May 2011, 11:12 amSubmitted photo Urai Page holds up her 12-pound, freshwater drum (also known as a sheepshead) that she caught May 21 on the Seneca River near Port Byron....Source: Outdoors Blog
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Lots of action during catch-and-release bass fishing outings on Conesus Lake23 May 2011, 9:53 amOutdoors Editor David Figura fished the lake on two successive mornings with a guide. The first morning he landed three bass in the 5-pound range -- all largemouths.Source: Outdoors Blog