Penn State Deer-Forest Study

Phase III – What every story needs

When we embarked on this COVID summer project, we had no idea what an epic adventure it would become. Harry […]

Phase II – A Repeating Trap

After watching Mousetrap Monday videos for a week or so, I finally settled on the second tool I was going […]

A man, A plan, A rat

For any task you need a clear objective – Kill all the rats. Check. There are 3 key elements required […]

Diminishing Returns

To say this year has looked a bit different is an understatement. COVID-19 has put the kibosh on most of […]

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Deer Hunters – Participate in the Study

Information for hunters to participate in the Deer-Forest Study.

Magic 8-Ball

When it comes to the future of deer management, the Magic 8-Ball has all the answers. “Reply hazy, try again.” […]

Smoke and Mirrors

It is no secret that not everyone likes antler point restrictions (APRs). However, they are supported by about 60% of […]

Phase IV- A fool’s errand

Duane’s COVID summer project centered around rats in the barn but it’s not hard to see the parallels to deer […]

Character Arcs

I’ve always loved literature that includes a great character arc – the slow, maddening obsession with a powerful ring or […]

Publications

Summary reports Scientific Publications DIefenbach, D. R., W. M. Knox, and C. S. Rosenberry. 2021. The Future of Managing Ungulate […]

Fishing

How long it takes to catch the big one can tell us something about how many there are

Seekers

Wildlife are great at hiding. We need to be good at seeking.

Holiday Happiness

The holidays are meant for putting differences aside and making memories.

Don’t Be an Old Lady

Advice from one of the most awesome ladies I’ve ever known

I knew I forgot something

Reporting is easy to forget.