Finding new country in Armstrong County is becoming more difficult each year. I have known of this particular property for quite some time. In fact, I have walked about in a couple 
sections in the past. Years ago, while active in the Pennsylvania State Chapter of the National Wild turkey Federation, I represented the group at a major event with the property owner and the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Other wildlife groups were present as well within the big tent erected for this gathering.. Local politicians spent time giving their speeches, too.
The section I visited this morning was a first time for me. I enjoy exploring new lands and seeing what habitat is present and the natural world within.
The early morning venture featured a hard frost whitening so much. The winds were calm. I hoped to find good bear sign or turkeys. I did see two bucks and two does.
I heard and watched a flock of Canada Geese heading south. I, also, heard a Ringnecked Pheasant crowing in the early moments of the day.
The temperatures had reached about 43 degrees by 10:30 and I was heading out of the woods to head home.
Skunk Cabbage waiting for spring
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