PA Elk & The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Our presenter for the evening was Carl McConnell who gave a talk on the state of the Elk herd in Pennsylvania and his work with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
* Bud got us the presenter who was excellent.
*Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation info here.
* Elk were re-introduced to Pennsylvania in 1913
* Current herd is estimated to equal 1,500 animals
* Largerst bulls shed their antlers in February
* Cows give berth from June thru September
In other club business...
* April 27th is the stocking of Pine Creek
* May 3rd is the stocking of North Park
* May 5th is the Club stocking of North Park (TBD) Gary will email members
* May 6th Kids Fishing Derby at North Park
Members arrive at 6:30am
Parking at Boat House
Need volunteers for registration
Fishing starts at 7am
Wear your club hat & T-shirt for identification