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    Pennsylvania Game Commission

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    We Conserve and Protect Pennsylvania's Wildlife

    Our mission is to manage and protect wildlife and their habitats while promoting hunting and trapping for current and future generations.

    SEASONS & BAG LIMITS

    Seasons and Bag limits are set by the Game Commission to conserve and manage wildlife

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    STATE GAME LANDS

    Explore and learn about Pennsylvania's great hunting opportunities.

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    DISCOVER PA WILDLIFE

    Learn more about Pennsylvania's amazing wildlife.

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    Hunting and Trapping Digest

    Read the Hunting & Trapping Digest for detailed information on regulations, seasons, and guidelines.

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    Wildlife on Wifi

    Explore more than 100 online and DIY wildlife lessons, activities, story time readings, videos and livestream animal webcams. Game Commission educators are also available for free virtual lessons!

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    Strategic Plan and Reports

    View the Strategic Plan and Reports for insight on goals, achievements and future initiatives.

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    Episode 55: The Bear Necessities

    Call of the Outdoors

    The Game Commission’s new Black Bear Biologist Brandon Snavely joins host Matt Morrett to provide insight into the latest black bear science, a look at a year in the life of a Pennsylvania bear, and tips for coexisting with these opportunistic omnivores.

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