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New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife November Highlights
Posted by admin on: Sunday 10 January @ 08:26:58 |
Anonymous writes: "
Northern Region
Lt. Williamson investigated a complaint of a large buck that was hidden under a tree near a construction site. The officer knew of an individual that was working on the building and had heard he had shot deer at night in the area in the passed. The CO, along with an officer from the municipal police department, watched the area that evening. At midnight, the officers observed a vehicle spotlighting along the road. The officers conducted a motor vehicle stop and observed the individual and his 10 year old son in the vehicle. They also observed a bow and arrows on the back seat. The son was operating the spotlight as his father drove slowly along the road. A summons for spotlighting with a weapon capable of killing a deer in the vehicle was issued.
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3 California Fish and Game employees killed in helicopter crash.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 January @ 08:02:03 |
Three Fish and Game employees from Fresno were killed Tuesday when their helicopter clipped a power line and crashed in a mountainous area of eastern Madera County.
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Conservation Law Enforcement Podcast
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 05 January @ 09:11:35 |
CLET writes: "Hello fellow conservation law enforcement officers. I am an officer from the State of Victoria in Australia, and an associate member of NAWEOA.
I produce a bi-weekly (where possible) free podcast relating to conservation law enforcement called Conservation Law Enforcement Today.
A podcast is like an internet radio show that can be accessed from your computer. It can be played from the web site, downloaded to your computer, iTunes or to an mp3 player such as an iPod.
The show currently covers conservation law enforcement news, court results, a spotlight case and a website of the week. I hope to add some interviews in the future.
I cover news from around the world with a majority of stories from North America. In episode 4, I featured the NAWEOA website.
Feedback, news and stories are welcome from all.
You can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or download or listen to it at the website:
http://www.conservationlawenforcement.com/clet
Regards,
Ian Parks
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Tennessee Wildlife Resource Officer Shot
Posted by admin on: Thursday 31 December @ 09:05:30 |
A game warden was shot Wednesday morning,(12/20/09) and a father and two sons are in jail, officials said.
Jeff Hummel, a Tennessee Wildlife Resource officer, was shot once in the shoulder while working with the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office on a rash of recent burglaries, sheriff's officials said.
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Bluefin Tuna Conviction Upheld
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 22 December @ 17:04:42 |
bowser writes: "Judge upholds record fine levied against N.S. fishing company
THE CANADIAN PRESS
BRIDGEWATER, N.S. — A Nova Scotia fishing company hit three years ago with the highest fine ever in Canada for illegal fishing has been ordered to pay up.
Ivy Fisheries Ltd. of Sambro and the seven fishermen linked to the company appealed the more than $839,000 fine, arguing it was “massive” and “grossly disproportional and overly harsh.”
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Three York County Men Plead Guilty To Killing Deer At Night
Posted by admin on: Monday 21 December @ 17:49:32 |
READING – The Pennsylvania Game Commission today announced that three York County men pled guilty to unlawfully killing a white-tailed deer at night with the use of an artificial light on Nov. 29, the night before the opening day of the regular antlered and antlerless deer season. The men shot the deer from their vehicle while spotlighting the deer.
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Now Hiring Wisconsin Conservation Wardens
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 15 December @ 18:33:57 |
Sherry writes: "We're pleased to announce the beginning of the process to hire full time, permanent Conservation Wardens in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Bureau of Law Enforcement has now started the hiring process to seek qualified, dedicated candidates for a new 2010 Conservation Warden Recruit Class.
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Brent Cole
Posted by admin on: Sunday 13 December @ 08:06:08 |
Anonymous writes: "To all my fellow officers and friends, I apolize for not having written this note sooner. I would like to say thank you to all of you who signed the picture and t-shirt at the conference in New Brunswick this past summer, this is a wonderful keepsake. This goes to show that there continues to be a bond between officers that exist in no other profession. We wish you and yours a truly Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Brent and Mary Cole
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MAN CHARGED WITH ILLEGALLY KILLING LARGEST BEAR OF 2009 SEASON OVER BAIT
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 December @ 08:45:11 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG – When is the largest bear killed in Pennsylvania’s bear season not the largest bear harvested? When it is the largest bear killed over bait, which equals poaching. That’s what happened when Charles W. Olsen Jr., of Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, decided that it’d be easier to kill a bear over a pile of pastries, rather than the method used by ethical hunters.
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The Quebec wildlife protection officers ends major poaching activities
Posted by admin on: Friday 27 November @ 08:59:37 |
Notre-Dame-du-Lac, November 25, 2009 - Officials of Wildlife Department of Natural Resources and Wildlife (MRNF) terminated the illegal hunting of a group of poachers who were operating mainly in the Bas-Saint-Laurent
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NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR INLAND FISH ENFORCEMENT HOOK POACHERS
Posted by admin on: Thursday 19 November @ 18:10:09 |
Anonymous writes: "Provincial Inland Fish Enforcement officers continue to have great success catching salmon poachers.
On November 18, 2009 at Provincial Court in Corner Brook, NL, Allan Osmond of Hampden, NL was convicted of illegally netting Atlantic salmon in coastal waters. He received a total fine of $3,000.00 and was prohibited from Canadian fishing waters for a period of 3 years. All items seized during the investigation were forfeited to the Crown including Atlantic salmon and an illegal salmon net. Mr. Osmond was apprehended by Provincial Inland Fish Enforcement officers on August 14, 2009 near the community of Hampden, NL.
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Alleged driver facing 37 charges
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 17 November @ 09:34:52 |
FATAL BOAT CRASH
The man who police say was driving his boat with a .22 blood alcohol level when it crashed on July 10, killing a 12-year-old Bellefonte girl, has four DUI arrests in Pennsylvania — including one just two weeks ago.
And police said John E. Englert II, 51, had a blood-alcohol content of .05 percent when he showed up Friday in Clinton County Court to face homicide charges in the death of Valerie Heidt.
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Shot fired at Ohio wildlife officers
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 04 November @ 12:17:16 |
Two men are in custody after allegedly firing a shot at two Ohio Division of Wildlife officials, leaving a bullet hole in the windshield of their vehicle late Friday, Oct. 30.
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MONROE COUNTY MAN PLEDS GUILTY TO ILLEGAL WILDLIFE POSSESSION
Posted by admin on: Friday 30 October @ 21:47:13 |
Anonymous writes: "DALLAS, Luzerne County – Some may have thought Stephen Andrew Moore, 46, of Tannersville, Monroe County, enjoyed wildlife. However, as neighbors may have noticed a decline in the local wildlife populations, it became clear that Moore was participating in a non-traditional form of poaching: possession of wildlife illegally taken from the wild for “a hobby that got out of control,” according to Moore.
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Doug Messer
Posted by admin on: Thursday 29 October @ 15:13:28 |
moosecop writes: "The world lost a hero on October 20, 2009. Retired California Game Warden Doug Messer passed in his sleep after a six year long battle with cancer. If you never had the opportunity to meet Doug and his family you'll never know what you missed. If you did know him, then you know heaven is even a better place now. Doug was active in the NAWEOA conferences and you may have seen him trading patches. He was very active with the Game Warden museum and soon will have a display there. Memorial services that are to be held in Murphys, Ca. Cards of condolences may be sent to;
Fay Messer and Family
PO Box 249
Murphys, CA 95247
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NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR INLAND FISH ENFORCEMENT NETS POACHERS
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 October @ 11:40:09 |
Anonymous writes: "On October 20, 2009 at Provincial Court in Rocky Harbour, NL, Shawn Reid and Aaron Reid of Norris Point, NL were convicted of illegally netting Atlantic salmon in coastal waters, illegal possession of Atlantic salmon and fishing for Atlantic salmon during close time. Shawn Reid received a $1,300.00 fine and was prohibited from coastal waters and from participating in any recreational fishing for a period of one year. Aaron Reid received a total jail sentence of 150 days and was prohibited from coastal waters and from participating in any recreational fishing for a period of five (5) years. All items seized during the investigation were forfeited to the Crown including salmon nets, Atlantic salmon, trout, and fishing related equipment.
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PA Fish and Boat Commission Launches Search for Executive Director
Posted by admin on: Monday 26 October @ 19:58:52 |
Anonymous writes: "Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has initiated a nationwide search for a new executive director.
The executive director serves as the chief executive officer of the PFBC, an independent administrative commission established in 1866. The executive director is selected by and reports to a 10-member commission appointed by the Governor. The agency is empowered by law to protect and manage the fish and aquatic habitat of the Commonwealth, to regulate recreational boating on Commonwealth waters and to protect reptiles, amphibians, and certain endangered and threatened species.
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WASHINGTON COUNTY PAIR CHARGED WITH GROWING MARIJUANA ON SGL
Posted by admin on: Friday 23 October @ 22:04:53 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania Game Commission Southwest Regional Director R. Matthew Hough announced that charges recently were filed against two individuals for growing marijuana on State Game Land 117 in Smith Township, Washington County.
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Conservation Agent’s Surviving Spouse Attends C.O.P.S. Grief Retreat
Posted by admin on: Monday 19 October @ 13:59:14 |
“The C.O.P.S. Retreat helps you see that life can get better and that moving on does not mean forgetting. C.O.P.S. understands the sacrifice your officer went through and helps you keep their legacy alive,” explained Melanie Teagan, surviving spouse of Lieutenant Delmar Teagan, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, End of Watch 4/13/2007. Melanie attended this year’s 14th Annual Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) Surviving Spouses’ Getaway, the weekend of September 18-21, at the YMCA Trout Lodge in Potosi, Missouri. Melanie was one of 90 surviving spouses that attended the retreat this year. This retreat is held for the spouses of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. At the retreat, survivors attend grief seminars led by mental health professionals, find great support from their peers, and also have a great time in a beautiful setting that is removed from the stresses of everyday life.
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GAME WARDEN GREEN NAMED NATIONAL BOATING OFFICER OF THE YEAR
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 06 October @ 18:09:54 |
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) has presented its prestigious national Boating Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award to Game Warden Chris Green of TPWD, marking the first time the award has gone to a Texan at the national level. NASBLA presented the award at its 50th annual meeting being held in Corpus Christi last week.
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Game Commission Officers Honored for Service
Posted by admin on: Thursday 24 September @ 11:52:02 |
Anonymous writes: "1) REMENSNYDER HONORED WITH ANNUAL AWARD
2) NWTF RECOGNIZES EFFORTS OF WCO BURNS AND LMGS BILLS
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Kentucky Swimming and Water Survival Instructor Course
Posted by admin on: Sunday 13 September @ 17:27:46 |
scpsdi writes: "The S. C. Public Safety Divers Int'l will be conducting a Public Safety Swimming/Water Survival Instructor Course, October 19-23, 2009 at Lake Cumberland State Park Resort.
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GAME COMMISSION RESCUES ELK TANGLED IN SWING
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 02 September @ 08:27:10 |
Anonymous writes: "Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Doty McDowell, on the morning of Aug. 20, had planned to tackle some routine administrative duties and check on bear traps he had set to address nuisance situations in the area. But, with a call he received at just after 7 a.m., he found that his plans were going to change in a big way, as he was called to rescue a bull elk that had become entangled in a swing on the old school grounds of Benezette, Elk County.
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LITTER BUG CAPTURED IN THE ACT BY PHOTO BUG
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 August @ 19:40:08 |
HARRISBURG – Sometimes a Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) will be forced to spend days or weeks digging through trash illegally dumped on State Game Lands in attempt to apprehend the person or persons responsible. Sometimes it is the information about a case that can be, literally, dumped in a WCO’s lap that helps solve the crime.
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Newfoundland & Labrador Inland Fish Enforcement Continues to Net Poachers
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 August @ 19:39:36 |
Anonymous writes: "Justice
August 31, 2009
Inland Fish Enforcement Continues to Net Poachers
Recent surveillance and undercover operations conducted by the Inland Fish Enforcement agency of the Department of Justice has resulted in significant seizures and a total of 50 charges being laid against seven individuals. These charges are part of the ongoing operations of the agency as it attempts to eradicate destructive poaching activity in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Exxon-Mobil Corp. has pleaded guilty in bird deaths.
Posted by admin on: Monday 17 August @ 08:39:38 |
By the Casper WY Star-Tribune staff
Exxon-Mobil Corp. has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Denver to violating the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act in five states including Wyoming during the past five years, the Justice Department said Thursday.
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TORONTO MAN SENTENCED TO JAIL UNDER SPECIES AT RISK ACT
Posted by admin on: Thursday 13 August @ 14:41:23 |
Anonymous writes: "SARNIA, ON – August 5, 2009 – Pak Sun Chung of Toronto, Ontario, pleaded guilty yesterday in the Ontario Court of Justice – Sarnia/Lambton Court on two counts of unlawfully capturing Blanding’s turtles and a spotted turtle contrary to the Species at Risk Act. Mr. Chung was apprehended with 26 live Blanding’s turtles and one spotted turtle. He was sentenced to nine months in jail and given three years’ probation.
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PENNSYLVANIAN GUILTY OF ILLEGALLY KILLING ELK IN COLORADO
Posted by admin on: Monday 10 August @ 14:53:25 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG – The “long-arm of the law” caught up with George Isenberg Jr., 52, of Venetia, Washington County, who recently pled guilty of one count of unlawfully transporting illegal game into Pennsylvania, and concluded an investigation that began in January.
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Florida Fish and Wildlife Officer Van Streety Shot
Posted by admin on: Friday 24 July @ 12:06:00 |
Florida Fish and Wildlife Officer Van Streety, a 10-year FWC veteran, was shot multiple times during a routine stop. The area is a popular fishing access, with a poaching problem. Eddy, 23, was stopped by the officer, a struggle started and, according to reports, Eddy pulled out a gun and shot the officer several times. Streety was attempting to arrest Eddy for warrants for multiple traffic violations.
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New Jersey - May-June Higlights
Posted by admin on: Thursday 23 July @ 10:11:48 |
Anonymous writes: "May 2009
NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife
Monthly Highlights
Bureau of Law Enforcement
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Northern Region
CO Paul apprehended two individuals on the North Branch of the Raritan River using a cast net to catch fish. The officer observed one individual casting the net as the second was acting as a “look out”. Once the officer stepped down to the riverbank, the second individual alerted the first of her presence. The first individual attempted to conceal the net before he was confronted by the officer. The officer was able to locate a bucket containing two sub-legal largemouth bass and four trout. The individuals, who possessed valid fishing licenses and trout stamps, told the officer they were tired of not catching any fish with their fishing rods so they decided to use a net. All the appropriate summonses were issued.
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Poaching on the Humber River Newfoundland & Labrador
Posted by admin on: Saturday 11 July @ 20:29:52 |
Anonymous writes: "Justice
July 10, 2009
Poaching on the Humber River Results in Significant Penalties
In response to concerns expressed by local residents and conservation groups about poaching activities on the Humber River near the spillway at Deer Lake, an extensive undercover investigation by Department of Justice Inland Fish Enforcement officers has resulted in significant fines and penalties. Commenced in 2007 Operation Click resulted in eight individuals receiving fishing prohibitions ranging from one to five years. As well, fines totalling more than $20,000 have been imposed and a significant amount of equipment has been forfeited.
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Western Canadian Game Warden Magazine
Posted by admin on: Friday 03 July @ 07:06:45 |
Anonymous writes: "The Western Canadian Game Warden magazine launched it's first issue on June 1st. The new magazine is an amalgamation of the Alberta Game Warden, and the Saskatchewan Game Warden magazines. We are also being joined in this new venture by other jurisdictions that include Manitoba, British Columbia, Northwest Territories and the Yukon. The magazine’s main function will be to promote public awareness of environmental and natural resource issues affecting all outdoor enthusiasts that make their home in Western Canada. This magazine will present a forum for discussion of local, national and international environmental issues including government policies, regulations, conservation law enforcement, forensics, case files, and resource management issues.
Visit our website at http://www.WesternCanadianGameWarden.com"
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MORE CONVICTION RESULTS FOR INLAND FISH ENFORCEMENT NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
Posted by admin on: Friday 26 June @ 08:03:49 |
Anonymous writes: "Deer Lake businessman receives hefty fine and fishing prohibitions
CORNER BROOK
CORY HURLEY
The Western Star
Rockwell Parsons is not allowed within 10 metres of any inland waters for the next five years, let alone to fish in them.
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DELAWARE COUNTY GUILTY OF KILLING WILDLIFE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 25 June @ 11:49:18 |
Anonymous writes: "READING – Matt Kenia, 26, of the 500 block of 9th Ave., Prospect Park, Delaware County, was found guilty of five counts of unlawfully killing 20 squirrels, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials. He was ordered to pay fines of $350.
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MARYLAND MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ATTEMPTING TO PURCHASE WILDLIFE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 25 June @ 11:49:03 |
Anonymous writes: "READING – A Maryland man pled guilty in a York County district judge’s office recently to 20 counts of attempting to purchase wild turkeys, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials. Charges were filed by Wildlife Conservation Officer Guy Hansen, who serves portions of York County.
On March 19, Douglas Gorden Carroll III, 58, of Timonium, Maryland, was arrested and cited. As part of the plea agreement, Carroll was assessed $2,000 in fines.
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YORK COUNTY MEAT PROCESSOR GUILTY OF SELLING VENISON
Posted by admin on: Thursday 25 June @ 11:48:44 |
Anonymous writes: "READING – A Felton, York County, man recently was found guilty of selling venison out of his Crossroads meat processing operation, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials.
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PA Game Officers Honored for Service
Posted by admin on: Monday 15 June @ 15:26:27 |
Anonymous writes: "1) BISH HONORED BY DUCKS UNLIMITED FOR CONSERVATION EFFORTS
2) DENIKER RECEIVES TWO AWARDS FOR ACT OF BRAVERY
3) MCKELLOP AND ALLEGRO RECOGNIZED BY USFWS
4) SANFORD HONORED WITH ANNUAL AWARD"
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MAINE WARDEN SERVICE ASSOCIATION 4th REGION FIELD DAY
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 10 June @ 14:28:10 |
Anonymous writes: "AUGUST 4-AUGUST 6, 2009 AT
Bog Brook Military Training Facility
Route 2 in Gilead, Maine
****This is an open invitation to all active and retired Conservation Law Enforcement Officers****
The Field Day will be held August 5, 2009 starting in the early morning ending in late that evening. All interested parties are welcome to arrive on the evening of August 4th for food and refreshments. All lodging and accommodations are being provided free of charge at the facility, just bring a pillow and sleeping bag. After the field day, all are welcome to spend the night of the 5th and your breakfast will be provided prior to leaving. There is no fee to attend and all meals from the evening of the 4th to the morning of the 6th will be provided.
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GAME COMMISSIONS HONORS DEPUTIES WITH 40 YEARS OF SERVICE
Posted by admin on: Friday 29 May @ 18:48:25 |
Anonymous writes: "FRANKLIN – The Pennsylvania Game Commission Board of Game Commissioners and agency officials recently honored a group of 39 Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officers who have served Pennsylvania wildlife and the agency for more than 40 years.
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Society of Pacific Region Fishery Officers - Online Forum
Posted by admin on: Monday 18 May @ 13:58:12 |
Anonymous writes: "The Society of Pacific Region Fishery Officers (SPRFO) has launched a new online forum open to North American natural resource law enforcement officers.
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Utah DNR Using FATPOT Mobile Interoperable Solution
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 May @ 21:52:08 |
Anonymous writes: "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Utah Department of Natural Resources Using FATPOT Mobile Solution to Bolster Services, Increase Effectiveness
Bountiful, Utah - April 27, 2009 - A mobile interoperable solution from FATPOT Technologies is assisting the Utah Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to expand its capabilities and operate more effectively in a tough budgetary environment. DNR spokesperson and President of the International Association of Natural Resources Crimestoppers (http://www.iarnc.org), Tony Wood, says FATPOT's technology has been contributing to the agency's efficiency, bolstering officer safety, and creating statewide situational awareness since it was deployed in January.
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NJ Conservation Officers Net Eight Anglers for Illegally Taking and Selling Rive
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 May @ 21:51:12 |
Anonymous writes: "May 7, 2009
Capping a lengthy undercover investigation, Conservation Officers with the Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Fish and Wildlife have cited eight people for illegally taking and selling river herring from South Jersey waters. Fishermen are allowed to take up to 35 herring per day, but are not allowed to possess more than 35 herring at one time, or sell herring, unless they hold certain commercial fishing licenses.
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Hefty fines handed out to poachers
Posted by admin on: Thursday 16 April @ 09:20:20 |
Anonymous writes: "Hefty fines handed out to poachers
Vehicles, fishing gear seized during operation Double Claw
The Telegram
A 44-year-old Campbellton man was fined $7,000 on March 26 after pleading guilty to poaching-related activities in Gander provincial court.
The man pleaded guilty to nine charges including: possessing salmon not properly tagged, unlawfully using a line equipped with more than one hook on a scheduled salmon river, jigging Atlantic salmon and trout, as well as possessing salmon and trout caught in contravention of the Fisheries Act. The man is also prohibited from recreational and commercial fishing for five years.
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Connecticut LE Highlights - January 2009
Posted by admin on: Friday 10 April @ 20:53:01 |
Anonymous writes: "MARINE DISTRICT
Hunting Related Shooting Investigation
On 1/24/09, EnCon Police Sgt. Healy and Officer Lindo were dispatched to Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London for a report of two men with gunshot wounds to their hands sustained in a hunting related shooting. Upon arriving at the hospital, the officers found one of the men being treated for a gunshot wound to the hand and the other a minor laceration to his finger. The men stated that they were hunting geese in the Pattagansett River in East Lyme from a canoe. While firing at several geese that were flying overhead, the canoe capsized and the two men fell into the water. As the canoe was capsizing, one of the shotguns discharged, striking one of the hunters in the hand. The hunters waded to shore and drove themselves to the hospital. Officer Dean Wojcik, who recently attended hunting accident investigation training, was dispatched to the hospital to assist with the investigation, which is ongoing.
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Connecticut LE Highlights - February 2009
Posted by admin on: Friday 10 April @ 20:52:30 |
Anonymous writes: "MARINE DISTRICT
Hunting Arrests
On 2/2/09, EnCon Police Officer Lindo was dispatched to Parkway South in Waterford to assist the Waterford Police Dept. with a hunting complaint. Upon arriving, Waterford Police Officers were detaining one subject who stated he and two other companions were rabbit hunting on the property. They did not have permission to be hunting on the property and the property was posted with “No Trespassing” signs. Officer Lindo located the other two subjects and ran a criminal history check on all three parties. One of the subjects had a criminal history and was a convicted felon. It is illegal for a convicted felon to be in possession of a firearm. The subject was placed under arrest, his firearm seized as evidence and transported to the Waterford Police Department for processing. He was released on a promise to appear. The other two hunters were issued warnings for trespass and released.
On 2/7/09, EnCon Police Officer Hey responded to the Tilcon Boat Ramp in North Haven for a complaint of illegal hunting activity in the Quinnipiac Marsh. Officer Hey began surveillance of the marsh after he heard several gun shots. He saw a drake merganser flying along the river and heard two gun shots and saw the duck fall from the sky. The season for hunting waterfowl closed on January 10th. Officer Hey went along the shoreline and found a subject dressed in hunting clothing and in possession of a shotgun. The subject admitted to shooting the duck. He was issued a summons for hunting waterfowl during the closed season and released.
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INTERPOL nets alleged leader of wildlife smuggling network
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 March @ 10:27:53 |
LYON, France – INTERPOL has commended the work of police officers in Indonesia following their arrest of an internationally wanted Czech national who is the subject of an INTERPOL Red Notice following his alleged leading role in a wildlife smuggling network in Brazil.
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NY BLACK MARKET ANIMAL TRADE BUSTED
Posted by admin on: Friday 20 March @ 07:34:30 |
Anonymous writes: "BLACK MARKET ANIMAL TRADE BUSTED
DEC’s In-Depth Undercover Investigation Nets 18 Arrests
An extensive undercover investigation into the poaching, smuggling and illegal sale of protected reptiles and amphibians by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has led to charges against 18 individuals for 14 felonies, 11 misdemeanors and dozens of violations, DEC Commissioner Pete Grannis announced today.
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YORK COUNTY DUO GUILTY OF POACHING IN CLEARFIELD COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 17 March @ 17:42:09 |
Anonymous writes: "Two York County residents recently pled guilty to illegally killing four deer and one wild turkey in Clearfield County, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials.
Jeffrey Alan Smith, 48, of Hanover, and Keith Eugene Myers, 45, of York, pled guilty before District Judge Michael Rudella, of Kylerstown, to four counts each of illegally killing or possessing deer and one count each of illegally killing or possessing a wild turkey. Judge Rudella sentenced each to pay fines of $1,300 ($300 for each deer and $100 for the turkey).
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NONRESIDENTS CITED FOR DEER POACHING IN ELK COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 17 March @ 17:41:52 |
Anonymous writes: "An investigation that began by looking into a concerned citizen’s complaint about illegal baiting resulted in three Massachusetts residents being charged for two illegally killed antlerless deer in Elk County, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials.
Elk County WCO Doty McDowell, on Oct. 7, was investigating a baited tree-stand in Jones Township, when he encountered two individuals who were staying at a local camp with others from Massachusetts.
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TWELVE GUILTY OF ILLEGAL DEER IN ELK COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 17 March @ 17:41:35 |
Anonymous writes: "JERSEY SHORE, Lycoming County – Pennsylvania Game Commission officials today announced that 12 individuals recently were found guilty or pled guilty to illegally killing or possessing eight deer in Elk County. The charges were heard by District Judge George A. King, of Johnsonburg, Elk County.
On Dec. 9, the investigation began when Elk County Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Richard Bodenhorn encountered two hunters from New England hiding in the woods with two untagged antlerless deer. The hunters also did not have valid antlerless license for these deer.
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Vt. hunter busted for bolting antlers on dead doe
Posted by admin on: Saturday 14 March @ 17:57:32 |
BURLINGTON, Vt. – A man who bolted antlers to the head of a dead doe and posed for a photograph with the deer was fined $400 and jailed for game violations.
Marcel Fournier, 19, shot the deer the evening of Nov. 22 and used lag bolts and epoxy to attach a 10-point rack, officials said. He then checked in the kill as lawful game at Barnie's Market.
It's illegal to kill an antlerless deer, and it's also illegal to hunt at night.
The Concord resident admitted to the killing and led a game warden to the deer's remains after an anonymous caller alerted authorities. Fournier said he had "quite a time" drilling and fastening the antlers, authorities said.
Game warden David Gregory said the antlers didn't look or feel right.
"When you grabbed them, you'd feel movement," he said.
Col. David LeCours, chief warden of the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, said the size of the antlers relative to the size of the deer seemed off.
"Something wasn't natural about them, in addition to the fact that they weren't natural," he said.
Fournier was sentenced to 10 days in jail Feb. 18 for taking a deer in a closed season. He won't qualify for a state hunting, fishing or trapping license for at least three years.
LeCours said add-on antlers are the stuff of legend, but that it's the first documented case of it in Vermont.
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Information from: The Burlington Free Press, http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com
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Endangered Species: California Fish and Game Wardens
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 04 March @ 18:39:47 |
*The Warden Shortage – California has the worst game wardens per capita ratio of any state or Canadian province – 192 in the field -- which is attracting organized crime to poaching and contributing to more than a $100 million a year black market in wildlife that has dire consequences for salmon, striped bass, sturgeon, deer, abalone and many other species. The warden shortage also reduces protection from marijuana cultivation and illegal drug manufacturing on wildlands, which threaten all outdoor recreationists.
“Game Wardens have run silent and deep for many years,” says DFG Law Enforcement Chief Nancy Foley. “Endangered Species” lets everyone see what it’s like to be a game warden. Working from a home office, covering huge remote areas alone, and normally without backup, game wardens enforce a wider range of law – wildlife, criminal, civil, and traffic law – than any other state law enforcement officer, as well as performing search and rescue, homeland security, hunter education instruction, and combating drug manufacturing. Being a game warden is among the most dangerous of all law enforcement jobs, as well as the lowest paid. But, for those who stick with it, they would not have it any other way.
*Production – For nearly two years, James and Andrew Swan, (Snow Goose Productions), traveled the state, riding along with over 50 wardens in airplanes, helicopters, snowmobiles, boats and patrol vehicles. Special segments include a bust of a 20,000-plant marijuana grove; ground-aerial patrols for spotlighting; shootout in a marijuana grove; takedowns for abalone, caviar and bear poaching; and a warden’s discovery of a terrorist cell.
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Film focuses on California Wardens
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 03 March @ 08:44:33 |
Film focuses on California Wardens
By Ed Zieralski
Union-Tribune Staff Writer
2:00 a.m. February 27, 2009
We make such a big deal about endangered species in this state, but there'snever been anything done about the most important endangered species of all:California Fish and Game wardens.
That is, until now.
Wardens yesterday handed out copies of a new 66-minute documentary,“Endangered Species: California Fish and Game Wardens,” to every member ofthe State Assembly and Senate.
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Senators delay confirmation of California Fish and Game Chief
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 03 March @ 08:41:12 |
State senators Wednesday postponed the confirmation of Fish and GameDirector Donald Koch, saying a hearing on the matter raised biggerissues about the department itself – and how regulators are managingCalifornia's beleaguered environment.
The Senate Rules Committee instead wants to question Koch's boss,Natural Resources Secretary Mike Chrisman, about whether theSchwarzenegger administration is truly committed to protecting thestate's waterways and fish species.
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California sends out layoff notices to over 90 Game Wardens
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 03 March @ 08:39:52 |
"It's tragic our state professes to be a leader in the 'green'movement, but will not hire or maintain enough staffing to protect ournatural resources," said Jerry Karnow, a game warden and legislativeliaison to the California Fish and Game Wardens Association. "At thistime, the wardens association will not offer an endorsement of anydirector appointed by this governor."
Karnow noted the department employs only about 220 field-level gamewardens to police wildlife crimes statewide. And last week, more than90 of them got layoff notices as part of the administration's effortto balance the state budget.
Whether those layoffs go forward remains unclear.
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3rd Annual Wardens on Wheels Motorcycle Rally
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 February @ 18:55:31 |
RangerG writes: "3rd Annual Wardens on Wheels Motorcycle Rally
Winter still has a firm grip on the country but it’s time to start making plans to attend the 3rd Annual Wardens on Wheels Rally. The rally will take place the weekend of August 8th, 2009. We will be meeting at the Game Warden Museum in the International Peace Gardens located on the North Dakota/Manitoba border.
We will have a large tenting area reserved in nearby Lake Metigoshe Sate Park and a block of rooms have been reserved at The Quilt Inn, (701) 263-6500, which is located a mile down the road from the State Park.
Friday night, August 7th, we will be meeting for supper and Saturday we will meet at the museum at noon. A poker rally will take place in the surrounding area and we will return to the State Park for supper and socializing. Riders are asked to each provide a prize for the poker rally. We will also be collecting pledges to help with the planned expansion to the Game Warden Museum. If riders are unable to make the trip because of the distance involved, I’d like to encourage you to start your own rally, in your local area. It would be nice to see Wardens on Wheels Chapters open up all across the country.
Anyone wanting more information about the 3rd Annual Rally, or starting up your own rally, please contact me at rob.grainger@gov.sk.ca or contact Paul Hopkins at paul.hopkins@gov.sk.ca.
*PASSPORTS REQUIRED*
Please remember that all travelers entering the US will require a passport for the 2009 rally. We will have to clear US Customs upon leaving The Peace Gardens.
Rob Grainger
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FINAL CHARGES FILED IN YORK COUNTY POACHING CASE
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 February @ 20:09:24 |
Anonymous writes: "READING – Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Chad Eyler, of York, announced that Shane Allen Krout, 19, of Holley Road, Glen Rock, pled guilty, on Jan. 28, to three charges of violating the Game and Wildlife Code, which resulted in fines of $2,000.
Krout pled guilty to one charge of illegal importation of an unlawfully-killed Maryland deer, for which he was fined $800.
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BEDFORD COUNTY DEER POACHERS PLEAD GUILTY
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 February @ 20:09:09 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON – David Loy, 25, and Domenick Gillespie, 23, both of Buffalo Mills, recently pled guilty to charges stemming for a poaching case that spanned at least two months. Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Dan Yahner, of Bedford County, headed up the investigation and filed the charges in District Judge Tonya Oman’s court in Schellsburg.
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LANCASTER COUNTY POACHERS CAUGHT IN DAUPHIN COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 February @ 20:08:20 |
Anonymous writes: "READING – Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officers (WCOs) filed charges against Shane Shue and Jeffrey Trogdon, both of Lititz, Lancaster County, for killing three deer at night and attempting to kill a fourth on Swatara Road in Derry Township, Dauphin County, on Jan. 10 and 17.
On Jan. 12, Game Commission officers discovered a dead deer in a field along Swatara Road. A second deer was found the next day, a short distance away. Examination of the deer indicated they had been killed with a .257 caliber rifle during the previous weekend.
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GAME COMMISSION CATCHES UP WITH FRANKLIN COUNTY POACHER
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 February @ 20:07:53 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON – Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Barry A. Leonard, of Franklin County, recently charges Jonathan D. Goshorn, 33, of Fannettsburg, with 23 counts of unlawful taking or possession of deer.
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Send Dalton a post card.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 10 February @ 09:43:53 |
My son Dalton (Age 7) is begining to study maps and places in North America at Hamlin Elementary School. His second grade class is collecting post cards from across the country to help them learn about the 50 states.
Post cards should be addressed to:
Dalton Buckman,
c/o Mrs. Rennekamp-2nd Grade Class,
Hamlin Elementary Center,
PO Box 55,
Hamlin, PA 18427.
Thanks in advance.
Walt Buckman
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Commissioner Parker Leaves Conservation Legacy
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 January @ 23:11:49 |
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Parks and Wildlife Commissioner John D. Parker died this afternoon in his Lufkin home, leaving a legacy of passionate advocacy for the wildlife, woods and waters he loved. The cause of Parker’s death has not been determined.
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Kansas Officers injured in rescue attempt.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 December @ 10:59:44 |
A 61-year-old El Dorado man was killed and two others injured Tuesday morning when the van they were riding in slid off the highway and into a tree. The van burst into flames, officials said.
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Montana man loses hunting rights for poaching
Posted by admin on: Saturday 27 December @ 11:05:11 |
The last of three men at the center of a Yellowstone County poaching ring was sentenced Tuesday for unlawful possession of wildlife.
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Montana man pays more than $10,000 for illegally killing trophy whitetail
Posted by admin on: Saturday 27 December @ 11:03:51 |
A Stevensville Montana man paid more than $10,000 in restitution and fines after pleading guilty to charges he illegally purchased a resident’s hunting license and shot a trophy whitetail buck.
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Montanan sentenced for killing bear
Posted by admin on: Saturday 27 December @ 11:01:31 |
KALISPELL - A man who killed a grizzly bear in northwestern Montana must attend a hunter education class for youths and speak to them about the proper identification of targets.
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Wildlife Enforcement Highlights WED Atlantic
Posted by admin on: Saturday 20 December @ 12:30:14 |
ricknash writes: "Wildlife Enforcement Highlights
WILDLIFE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION - ATLANTIC
Fall-Winter 2008
WAPPRIITA – Fall Border Blitz’08
Once again WED-Atlantic organized a multi agency border blitz for the Maine-New Brunswick border. The blitz was scheduled for October 24th to 26th and was centered on two ports of entry: Woodstock/Houlton and St. Stephen/Calais. Participating agencies were WED-AR, USF&WS, Maine DNR, NB DNR, US Customs and Border Protection, and RCMP NWEST.
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New Jersey November Highlights
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 16 December @ 22:55:52 |
Anonymous writes: "November 2008
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Lt. Panico and CO Nestel assisted the NJ State Police with apprehending and charging 3 individuals who were spotlighting with a loaded firearm in their vehicle. Late one evening, a state trooper observed a vehicle spotlighting a farm field in Wantage Township in Sussex County. The vehicle suddenly stopped and turned around when the NJSP vehicle came into view. The trooper initiated a motor vehicle stop and interviewed the 3 passengers who claimed to be spotlighting without any firearms. The individuals were released and the trooper decided to search along the roadside. After a short time, the trooper located a loaded 12 gauge shotgun along the road. The trooper re-interviewed the driver at his residence who admitted to owning the shotgun. He said one of the passengers threw it out the window when they observed his vehicle. Lt. Panico met all 3 individuals at the NJSP Barracks where they admitted they were attempting to locate a deer to shoot. CO Nestel completed the investigation by charging the individuals with all the appropriate “night deer” violations.
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New Jersey October Highlights
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 16 December @ 22:54:51 |
Anonymous writes: "October 2008
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CO Hutchinson investigated a call from Wildlife Services concerning a missing snare that was set for an adult bear in West Milford. Wildlife Services personnel advised the officer that the snare was missing and there was a large amount of blood in the area of the snare set. After a thorough investigation, the officer determined a bear had been captured in the snare and then shot by a group of individuals who were cutting firewood on the property. One individual claimed that he brought his new rifle with him because he wanted to do some target shooting after they finished cutting wood. He advised the officer they came upon the bear in the woods and thought that it was injured. He said that he and another individual shot the bear with the .9mm rifle. The individuals then approached the bear and discovered that it had been trapped in the snare. They removed it and dumped it on another part of the property. Complaints for killing a black bear are pending.
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Manhunt Under Way after Texas Game Warden Dragged by Vehicle
Posted by admin on: Saturday 06 December @ 09:35:04 |
NEWTON, Texas -- On Thursday at about 9:20 p.m. while attempting to apprehend a suspect following a traffic stop in Newton, Texas Game Warden Ellis Powell, 37, was seriously injured when he became trapped between the doors of a fleeing extended cab pickup and dragged along the roadside.
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GAME COMMISSION CANINE FINDS EVIDENCE IN SNYDER COUNTY CASE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:58:02 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON – A Snyder County resident has been charged with multiple violations of the state Game and Wildlife Code after a Pennsylvania Game Commission canine discovered evidence left from the poaching of an antlered deer.
Marshall Scholl, 30, of Sunbury, was charged by the Snyder County Wildlife Conservation Officer Harold Malehorn with unlawful taking or killing of wildlife; trespass on private land while hunting; providing a false name and refusing to show identification to a landowner; and improper retrieval and disposition of killed or wounded game or wildlife.
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ADDITIONAL DEER POACHING IN HUNTINGDON COUNTY SOLVED
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:56:39 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON -- Information provided by hunters and other residents impatient with illegal activities enabled Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officers to charge several persons for illegal acts in Huntingdon County.
Christopher M. Secrest, 22, Mapleton Depot; James E. Copenhaver III, 19, Mt. Union; David L. Grove, 21, McVeytown; Cletus E. Pittman Jr., 21, Three Springs; and Joseph M. Smith, 24, Newton Hamilton, have all been charged by the Game Commission for multiple violations occurring on the evening of Nov. 7. Violations included unlawful taking and possession of wildlife, making false statements, trespassing while hunting, use of unlawful devices and methods and unlawful use of lights while hunting.
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MIFFLIN COUNTY POACHING CASE SOLVED
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:55:16 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON – An investigation into a poaching incident that occurred on Oct. 31, has resulted in a Reedsville man facing multiple charges, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials.
On Dec. 1, Mifflin County Wildlife Conservation Office (WCO) Jeffrey G. Mock charged Jeremy Jones, 29, with six counts of unlawful use of lights while hunting, one count of restrictions on recreational spotlight and one count of dumping. All charges were filed today at Magisterial District Judge Hunter’s office in Reedsville.
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THREE INDIVIDUALS CITED FOR POACHING IN YORK COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:54:02 |
Anonymous writes: "Three individuals were charged for recent poaching incidents in York County, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials.
In the beginning of October, Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officers responded to a call where a deer was shot at night with a spotlight and a witness got a partial Maryland plate number.
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TWO ERIE COUNTY POACHING INCIDENTS RESULT IN CHARGES
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:52:41 |
Anonymous writes: "Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Michael D. Wojtecki recently filed four Game and Wildlife Code charges against Michael James Renzi, 31, and Maurice Allen Page, 28, both of Erie, for a poaching incident on Nov. 5. All charges were filed in District Judge Christopher MacKendrick’s office in Erie.
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NONRESIDENTS NABBED FOR ILLEGAL DEER KILLS IN BRADFORD COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Thursday 04 December @ 12:51:29 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG – A two-year investigation by Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Joe Wenzel came to a close as three New Hampshire residents recently were found guilty of unlawfully killing deer and assessed nearly $5,000 in fines and related costs by District Judge Jonathan Wilcox in Troy, Bradford County.
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Salmon poacher fined in connection with Operation Click
Posted by admin on: Saturday 22 November @ 21:05:24 |
Anonymous writes: "GARY KEAN
The Western Star
CORNER BROOK — One of the 10 salmon poachers charged in relation to an investigation of alleged illegal fishing activity near the Deer Lake Power plant has been fined $4,000 and prohibited from obtaining an inland fishing licence for four years.
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FWC mourns Lt. Joe Martyna, a “pilot’s pilot”
Posted by admin on: Thursday 20 November @ 17:15:03 |
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Lt. Joseph Andrew Martyna, 54, died at his home early Sunday morning of a heart attack. Martyna was popular and well-respected throughout the law enforcement community and the public.
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Four Wildlife Protection Cases - Pennsylvania Game Commission
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 18 November @ 17:20:31 |
Anonymous writes: "The following news release contains four articles:
1) ASSISTANCE NEEDED IN MIFFLIN COUNTY POACHING CASES
2) HUNTINGDON COUNTY POACHING CASES RESULT IN CHARGES
3) CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL USE OF BLAIR COUNTY STATE GAME LANDS
4) SOMERSET COUNTY POACHING PATROL NETS BUGLARS
ASSISTANCE NEEDED IN MIFFLIN COUNTY POACHING CASES
HUNTINGDON – The Pennsylvania Game Commission Southcentral Region Office is looking for information to help solve a Mifflin County poaching case occurring the weekend of Nov. 1.
Mifflin County WCO Jeffrey Mock said that six poached deer were dumped in Lingle Valley the night of Nov. 1. The deer, two bucks and four does, were all killed Friday and Saturday night, partially butchered and dumped along Lingle Valley Road in Armagh Township. Evidence was recovered from the carcasses."
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Ark. game warden killed in helicopter crash
Posted by admin on: Monday 17 November @ 19:14:03 |
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- A helicopter crashed in central Arkansas on Sunday, killing a state conservation officer who was patrolling for violators of a ban on deer hunting at night.
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Two Plead Guilty to Poaching $13,000 Trophy Buck
Posted by admin on: Monday 17 November @ 19:10:18 |
First case in Ohio involving new restitution value for white-tailed deer
Chillicothe, OH - Two men convicted of the illegal taking of white-tailed deer have been ordered to pay restitution of $12,988 according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
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Guilty Verdict in Trial of Man Accused of Killing Game Warden
Posted by admin on: Friday 07 November @ 21:35:28 |
Wharton Co. Jury Returns Guilty Verdict in Trial of Man Accused of Killing Game Warden
AUSTIN, Texas — A Wharton County jury took just two-and-a-half hours this afternoon to return a verdict of "guilty, capital murder" in the trial of 27-year-old James Garrett Freeman, of Lissie, who shot and killed Texas Game Warden Justin Hurst March 17, 2007.
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MINNESOTA PASSES DEDICATED FUNDING MEASURE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 06 November @ 15:35:37 |
NOVEMBER 4, 2008 - MINNESOTA PASSES DEDICATED FUNDING MEASURE
Election Day 2008 in Minnesota saw the culmination of nearly 10 years worth of effort pay off when voters approved dedicated funding to support fish and wildlife conservation, among other things.
The proposed tax increase amounts to 38 cents on a $100 purchase (3/8 of a cent). The current sales tax is $6.50 per $100 statewide. The new money would be divided among projects related to clean drinking water (33%), natural areas and wildlife habitat (33%), parks and trails (14.25%) and arts and culture (19.75%).
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Texas Man convicted of murder of Texas Parks and Wildlife Warden.
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 05 November @ 19:37:09 |
A Wharton County jury convicted an unemployed welder of capital murder Monday, ensuring he will face the death penalty or spend the rest of his life in prison for killing a state game warden.
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GAME COMMISSION INVESTIGATING DEER POACHING INCIDENTS
Posted by admin on: Friday 17 October @ 16:02:30 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG – In recent weeks, Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officers and Deputy WCOs have been investigating cases of illegally killed deer. In many of the cases, input from the public has been critical to bringing some of these cases to a successful conclusion, according to the officers.
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Conservation Warden-Milwaukee County
Posted by admin on: Monday 13 October @ 09:10:00 |
JillVoeltz writes: "The assigned work station for this position will be Milwaukee County with the employee having an office located at the Southeast Regional Headquarters located at 2300 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive in the city of Milwaukee. "
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New Jersey- August Highlights
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 16 September @ 21:49:46 |
Anonymous writes: "August 2008
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CO Hutchinson responded to a complaint of an individual keeping box turtles he caught in the wild in a pen on his property. The officer observed the pen from the road and interviewed the individual concerning the possession of the turtles. The individual admitted to collecting the turtles and placing them into the pen. The officer seized the turtles and the appropriate summonses were issued.
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Missouri man pleads guilty to illegally taking paddlefish eggs, selling caviar.
Posted by admin on: Monday 15 September @ 19:30:05 |
FORMER SHELL KNOB MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ILLEGALLY TAKING PADDLEFISH EGGS, SELLING CAVIAR
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – John F. Wood, United States Attorney for the Western District of Missouri, announced that a former Shell Knob, Mo., man pleaded guilty in federal court today to his role in a conspiracy to harvest the eggs from paddlefish caught in illegal nets at Table Rock Lake, which were processed into caviar and sold to a Tennessee company.
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Crossing the line? 11 face charges of salmon poaching in Newfoundland
Posted by admin on: Friday 12 September @ 19:23:53 |
Anonymous writes: "A 15-month investigation of a salmon poaching operation on the Humber River at Deer Lake concluded Friday August 22, 2008 with upwards of 30 charges expected to be laid against 11 men.
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RIEPOA Hosting Retirement Party For Three Officers
Posted by admin on: Friday 12 September @ 19:23:27 |
Anonymous writes: "The Rhode Island Environmental Police Officer's Association will be hosting a retirement party for Lt. Dean Lees, Sgt Jeffrey Belmonte, and EPO Anthony Rosa. We are attempting to keep all the details some what of a surprise so contact EPO Jennifer Ogren at (401)222-1986 or email at Jennifer.Ogren@dem.ri.gov for more details.
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California Warden works for wildlife.
Posted by admin on: Saturday 06 September @ 08:37:44 |
In order to catch a couple of poachers illegally baiting turkeys and shooting them from a tree stand, Sean Pirtle woke two hours before dawn, hiked a mile in the dark across an orchard and through the woods and then hid in the bushes.
Read the rest of the story at. The Sacramento Bee
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Regional Intelligence Officer, Saskatchewan
Posted by admin on: Monday 01 September @ 13:12:12 |
Regional Intelligence Officer
Department Name: Department of the Environment
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Classification: PM - 04
Salary: $56,496 to $61,047 (per annum)
Closing Date: September 2, 2008 - 23:59, Pacific Time
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New Jersey July Highlights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 13 August @ 10:24:13 |
Anonymous writes: "July 2008
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CO Paul attended the IHEA- Hunting Accident/ Incident Training at Windsor, Connecticut. The course of study included the investigation of hunting accidents and non-target impact incidents. The officer will use the skills and knowledge she attained at the training during the upcoming hunting seasons.
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Wyoming Game Warden Examination
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 12 August @ 17:37:19 |
Anonymous writes: "Wyoming game warden examination is being offered at several locations. Application and registration information is available at http://gf.state.wy.us/admin/hr/exams/index.asp Deadline is Sept. 10, 2008."
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Michigan DNR Conservation Officers
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 06 August @ 13:59:08 |
SallyThomas writes: "The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), Law Enforcement Division, has openings for Conservation Officers.
If anyone is interested, they can check the following web site:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdcs
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2008 NAWOEA Summer Conference Report - Montana
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 05 August @ 17:09:07 |
Anonymous writes: "NAWEOA 2008 Conference Report
As I am just back from the 2008 NAWEOA Conference in Great Falls, I thought I would take the time to provide a recap of the conference highlights that you might wish to share with your officers. I am pleased to say that once again the annual NAWEOA Conference was a resounding success and a big thank you goes out to all of the Montana officers, their association, agency and other hosting partners for the outstanding effort put forth. Although I do not have an exact number of officers in attendance at the conference, I am told that there were over 400 officers that attended throughout the week.
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NYSDEC SWEEP OF FULTON FISH MARKET NETS VIOLATIONS OF STATE LAW
Posted by admin on: Friday 01 August @ 09:56:32 |
Anonymous writes: " New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) law enforcement officers conducted an early-morning sweep of the Fulton Fish Market in the South Bronx last week, seizing more than 200 illegal fish products. The effort resulted in JMS Seafood Corporation being charged with a misdemeanor for the unlawful sale of oversized striped bass.
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New Jersey June Highlights
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 29 July @ 17:14:22 |
Anonymous writes: "June 2008
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COs Hutchinson and Kuechler investigated a complaint of a Clifton resident in possession of exotic species without a permit. After a brief discussion, the individual admitted to possessing two alligators. The animals were seized and placed with an out of state cooperator and the appropriate summonses were issued.
COs from the Northern and Central Regions conducted Bear Enforcement Sweeps at Kittatiny, Pleasant Valley and Paulins Kill Lake Communities.
CO Hutchinson attended a meeting during “Sparta Mountain Day” to discuss the ATV issues at Sparta Mountain WMA and the surrounding area. The officers’ presence and willingness to address the concerns of the group was very well received.
While patrolling Branch Brook Park, COs Sutton and Kuechler inspected an individual fishing without a license and who claimed to not have any identification. The officers were able to determine his identity and discovered he had three outstanding warrants for his arrest. The individual was arrested and transported to Essex County Jail where he was also charged with fishing without a license.
CO Hutchinson investigated the shooting of a black bear with a target arrow at a residence in West Milford. After inspecting the backyard, the officer determined that the statement provided by the family that the bear was attempting to kill a rooster was false and that they fabricated the scene. Eventually, the father admitted to being frustrated with the bear being in their trash several times during the week so he shot it. He was charged with injuring and attempting to kill a black bear.
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Quebec Field Day
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 22 July @ 10:45:13 |
DATE :AUGUST 19,20,21, 2008
At: Compton Fish and Game Club Island Brook (819-989-2410)
This is an open invitation to all active and retired Conservation Law Enforcement Officers
The Field Day will be held on August 20, 2008 starting in the early morning and ending late that evening. All interested parties are welcome to arrive on the evening of August 19, for refreshments and food.
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SEARCH CONTINUES FOR LION THAT KILLED PINOS ALTOS NEW MEXICO MAN
Posted by admin on: Thursday 26 June @ 09:38:23 |
PINOS ALTOS, N.M. -- New Mexico Department of Game and Fish officers and U.S.D.A. Wildlife Services agents used dogs and snares this week in a continuing effort to find or catch a mountain lion that killed and apparently ate parts of a Pinos Altos man last week.
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New Jersey May Highlights
Posted by admin on: Thursday 19 June @ 15:48:01 |
Anonymous writes: "May 2008
NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife
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Late one evening, Lt. Applegate and CO Sutton responded to a complaint of an individual shooting a turkey within 300 feet of a baited area. The officers began the investigation and turned it over to CO Hutchinson the following morning. After a lengthy interview, the individual led CO Hutchinson into his garage where he surrendered the turkey he killed over bait without a permit, parts from 2 deer he had killed unlawfully during the 2007 season and 97 leg hold traps. All the appropriate summonses were issued.
CO Paul assisted the Bureau of Emergency Response and the Manville Police Department with a 900-gallon oil spill on the Raritan River near Manville, Somerset County. Emergency Response Chief Sweeney commended the officer’s knowledge of the area and ability to coordinate between agencies.
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ANNUAL FALLEN OFFICER MEMORIAL CEREMONY CANCELED
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 11 June @ 15:58:43 |
Due to some unforeseen complications and issues beyond our control the decision has been made to postpone the memorial ceremony that was being planned for this year on July 12th at the Game Warden Museum. We regret any inconvenience this may cause to our supporters.
We will be discussing a rescheduling of the ceremony with our Museum Board of Directors. When a date has been set, we will make a formal announcement and will include an agenda at that time. We hope that you and your agency will be able to participate. Once again our apologies.
Museum Board President, Dave Grant
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Montana, Lewis & Clark County Man Sentenced in Bear Case
Posted by admin on: Monday 09 June @ 11:58:29 |
A Lewis and Clark County man has been fined $7,100, given a suspended one-year jail term and had his hunting and fishing privileges taken away for life for continually feeding black bears on his property near Rogers Pass.
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HUNTINGDON COUNTY POACHING CASE CLOSED
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 May @ 15:37:39 |
Anonymous writes: "HUNTINGDON - A Huntingdon County poaching case recently resulted in guilty pleas and convictions for the ring comprised of Cory Mills, 18, of Rockhill; Matthew Varner Jr., 18, of Shade Gap; Bryan Edgin, 18, of Needmore; and a 17-year-old juvenile, of Milroy, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Justin Klugh.
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CASE OF SELLING WILDLIFE PARTS ON INTERNET RESULTS IN CHARGES
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 May @ 15:37:15 |
Anonymous writes: "FRANKLIN - Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Lawrence Hergenroeder recently filed charges against Candas Lynn Rohrdanz, of Sharon, Mercer County, for attempting to illegally sell feathers from a number of protected birds on an Internet auction site.
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BUTLER COUNTY PROCESSOR CITED FOR NUMEROUS GAME VIOLATIONS
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 May @ 15:36:51 |
Anonymous writes: "FRANKLIN - William Kielty III, 60, of Evans City, Butler County, pled guilty to 19 charges of violating the Game and Wildlife Code for illegally selling game, based on charges filed on Feb. 21 by Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Randy Pilarcik.
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BUTLER JUVENILE GUILTY OF ILLEGALLY SHOOTING AN EAGLE
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 27 May @ 15:36:23 |
Anonymous writes: "FRANKLIN - A juvenile of Butler City, Butler County, was ordered by Butler County Juvenile Court to pay restitution and court costs totaling $5,206 for the unlawful shooting an immature bald eagle, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials. The juvenile, who was 17-years-old when charged, also was ordered to conduct 50 hours of community service, and has had his hunting and trapping privileges revoked for three years.
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New Jersey April Highlights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 21 May @ 22:51:45 |
Anonymous writes: "April 2008
NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife
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CO Sutton, while patrolling with FTO Timothy Williamson, had a busy first week of the Trout Season. The officer apprehended 3 individuals for over-the-limit trout violations and 3 individuals for fishing without a valid license.
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New Jersey March Highlights
Posted by admin on: Saturday 10 May @ 00:34:51 |
Anonymous writes: "March 2008
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CO Hutchinson and Deputy CO Struble responded to a complaint of a deer killed out of season and possibly possessed by several individuals at a residence. Upon arrival at the residence, the officers interviewed the several individuals who admitted to possessing the deer. They invited the officers into the kitchen where they found the entire deer being cooked in a garbage can on the stove. The officers seized the partially cooked deer and complaints for possessing an unregistered deer were signed. The officers determined the location where the deer was killed and the investigation is continuing.
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Parks Canada Wardens STILL awaiting sidearm decision a year later
Posted by admin on: Thursday 01 May @ 20:27:01 |
Anonymous writes: "Nearly a year since they were removed from law enforcement duties by the government of Canada following the ruling by Health and Safety Appeals Officer Douglas Malanka that wardens were unsafe performing law enforcement duties without a sidearms, Parks Canada's wardens are still waiting for a decision.
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Connecticut March Highlights
Posted by admin on: Friday 18 April @ 12:58:03 |
WESTERN DISTRICT
Narcotics Arrest
On 3/5/08, EnCon Police Officer Steve Stanko was conducting a patrol check at the Derby Dam fishing access area. Officer Stanko observed a subject in a red Chevrolet pick up truck in the parking area. The vehicle had no front license plate and a check of the license plate on the rear of the vehicle, determined that the plate belonged on a black colored Toyota 4X4 pickup truck. Upon speaking to the subject about the registration mismatch he immediately admitted that his truck was not registered and that he "borrowed the plate from a friend". The driver's window was open fully and Officer Stanko observed a thin wooden stick with one end covered in ashes. Officer Stanko recognized the stick as an implement used by crack cocaine users to clean their crack pipes. When Officer Stanko asked the subject if he was engaged in smoking crack cocaine he then readily admitted to using the drug in his vehicle. The subject was detained and handcuffed. A search of his vehicle revealed approximately 1 gram of crack cocaine, four glass crack pipes, four metal screens with residue of cocaine and the wooden poker stick. The subject was arrested for Possession of Crack Cocaine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Operating an Unregistered Motor Vehicle, Misuse of Plates and Operating without Minimum Mandatory Insurance.
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SAN FRANCISCO MAN CHARGED WITH ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT VIOLATIONS
Posted by admin on: Friday 11 April @ 16:39:43 |
Anonymous writes: "OAKLAND – United States Attorney Joseph P. Russoniello announced that yesterday a federal grand jury in Oakland indicted Luke D. Brugnara of San Francisco, California, and his corporation, Brugnara Corporation, with four counts of “taking” steelhead trout, a listed threatened species on the Endangered Species Act (“ESA”), and two counts of making a false statement in the course of the investigation. These charges come as a result of an investigation by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office of Law Enforcement (NOAA-OLE) and the California Department of Fish and Game (“CDFG”).
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New Jersey Fishing Captain Settles Lobster Case with NOAA
Posted by admin on: Friday 11 April @ 16:39:22 |
Anonymous writes: "NOAA has settled a case with a New Jersey lobsterman charged with fishing with untagged lobster traps, which violates the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and the Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act.
Captain Stephen S. Celeste Jr. of the Miss A.M. has agreed to pay a civil penalty in excess of $68,000, under the settlement completed on March 10, 2008.
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Kansas Natural Resource Officer Stones Named Wildlife Officer of the Year
Posted by admin on: Monday 07 April @ 15:39:13 |
KDWP'S NRO STONES NAMED WILDLIFE OFFICER OF THE YEAR
Shikar-Safari Club Interational award puts Stones in elite company
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) natural resource officer Larry Stones has been honored with the Shikar-Safari Club International Wildlife Officer of the Year award. Stones, from Kirwin, received the award in February in recognition of efforts above and beyond activities normally associated with "game wardens."
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SOMERSET COUNTY TRIO PLEAD GUILTY TO WILDLIFE VIOLATIONS
Posted by admin on: Friday 28 March @ 10:28:57 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - Following a lengthy undercover investigation, three Somerset County individuals pled guilty to a variety of Game and Wildlife Code violations, involving deer, bear and ruffed grouse. Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Brian Witherite filed all of the charges before District Judge Douglas Bell, Meyersdale."
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INTERNATIONAL TUNA SMUGGLING OPERATION RESULTS IN CONVICTION
Posted by admin on: Thursday 27 March @ 12:43:05 |
R. Alexander Acosta, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, H. Jeff Radonski, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Law Enforcement, and Anthony V. Mangione, Special Agent in Charge, Immigration & Customs Enforcement Miami Office announced that defendant George A. Townsend, III, 64, of St. Petersburg, Florida, entered a guilty plea today to a criminal Information in federal court in Miami in connection with his involvement in the illegal importation of more than 11,000 pounds of yellowfin tuna from Trinidad and Tobago into Miami, in violation of the laws, treaties, and regulations of the United States, contrary to the Lacey Act, Title 16, United States Code, Sections 3372(a)(2)(A) and 3373(d)(1)(A).
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Illinois Corporation Pleads Guilty to Illegally Dealing in Falsely Labeled Fish
Posted by admin on: Thursday 27 March @ 12:41:06 |
WASHINGTON — True World Foods Chicago, LLC, was sentenced on March 11, 2008, to pay $60,000 for its role in purchasing and re-selling falsely labeled frozen fish fillets in violation of the Lacey Act, the Justice Department announced today. The Lacey Act prohibits, among other things, the receipt, acquisition or purchase of fish that was taken, possessed, transported or sold in violation of U.S. laws or regulations.
The corporation further forfeited $197,930, the purchase value of the fish, and agreed under a plea agreement entered on Dec. 10, 2007, to publish a full page advertisement regarding this incident in a seafood industry publication of wide circulation.
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Calumet county judge fined for poaching in Montana
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 25 March @ 18:33:20 |
By John Lee
Post-Crescent staff writer
Appelton Wisconsin
CHILTON — Calumet County Circuit Judge Donald Poppy was fined last fall for a conservation violation in Montana.
The Post-Crescent has confirmed that Poppy, the only circuit judge in the county, paid $1,170 in fines for a poaching violation in Carter County, Montana.
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2008 PA Warden Field Day
Posted by admin on: Saturday 22 March @ 23:40:26 |
Anonymous writes: "Sept 9,10 & 11
Penn State University Shaver’s Creek Lodge
The Conservation Officers of Pa Association is sponsoring a Warden Field Day event and invites ALL conservation officers to attend. This event will be FREE and includes meals, beverages, lodging and plenty of friendship!"
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2nd Annual Wardens on Wheels Motorcycle Rally
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 18 March @ 12:37:56 |
RangerG writes: "Dear Fellow motorcycle riders.
You are invited to the 2nd Annual, Wardens on Wheels, motorcycle rally. The rally is set for the weekend of August 8-10, 2008 at the Game Warden Museum, located in the International Peace Gardens. The Peace Gardens straddle the Manitoba/ North Dakota border.
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Arkansas Officer death.
Posted by admin on: Sunday 16 March @ 17:24:35 |
In the early evening hours of March 12, 2008, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Wildlife Officer Corporal Gary Robinson died in an off-duty traffic accident in rural Prairie County. He had been riding his personal motorcycle and was returning to his residence near DeValls Bluff when he was struck by another vehicle in an uncontrolled intersection and was ejected from the motorcycle. Corporal Robinson was transported to a Stuttgart hospital where he later died. The driver of the second vehicle was taken to a Little Rock hospital.
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Illinois Corporation Pleads Guilty to Illegally Dealing in Falsely Labeled Fish
Posted by admin on: Friday 14 March @ 20:07:13 |
Anonymous writes: "WASHINGTON — True World Foods Chicago, LLC, was sentenced on March 11, 2008, to pay $60,000 for its role in purchasing and re-selling falsely labeled frozen fish fillets in violation of the Lacey Act, the Justice Department announced today. The Lacey Act prohibits, among other things, the receipt, acquisition or purchase of fish that was taken, possessed, transported or sold in violation of U.S. laws or regulations.
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INTERNATIONAL TUNA SMUGGLING OPERATION RESULTS IN CONVICTION
Posted by admin on: Friday 14 March @ 20:06:54 |
Anonymous writes: "R. Alexander Acosta, United States Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, H. Jeff Radonski, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Law Enforcement, and Anthony V. Mangione, Special Agent in Charge, Immigration & Customs Enforcement Miami Office announced that defendant George A. Townsend, III, 64, of St. Petersburg, Florida, entered a guilty plea today to a criminal Information in federal court in Miami in connection with his involvement in the illegal importation of more than 11,000 pounds of yellowfin tuna from Trinidad and Tobago into Miami, in violation of the laws, treaties, and regulations of the United States, contrary to the Lacey Act, Title 16, United States Code, Sections 3372(a)(2)(A) and 3373(d)(1)(A).
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GAME COMMISSION PRESENTS 27TH WCO CLASS WITH COMMISSIONS
Posted by admin on: Monday 10 March @ 08:39:12 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - Following 49 weeks of intensive training, the 27th Class of the Pennsylvania Game Commission's Ross Leffler School of Conservation today graduated and commissioned as Wildlife Conservation Officers (WCO) during ceremonies as Susquehanna Township High School. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Justice Michael Eakin was the keynote speaker.
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Illegal outfitter from Ontario fined $175,000
Posted by admin on: Sunday 09 March @ 11:10:20 |
CBC News
An Ontario man has been given a record fine in Saskatchewan for illegal outfitting — $175,000.
Jeffrey R. Wolfe was fined following convictions for violating the Wildlife Act and the Outfitter and Guide Regulations.
A three-month investigation in 2005 by the provincial Ministry of Environment found Wolfe was taking hunters into the Dorintosh area north of Meadow Lake on hunts for moose, bear, white-tailed deer and elk.
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BUTLER COUNTY PA. PROCESSOR CITED FOR NUMEROUS GAME VIOLATIONS
Posted by admin on: Monday 03 March @ 09:29:51 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - Following a lengthy undercover investigation into the illegal commercialization of wildlife, William Kielty III, 60, of Evans City, Butler County, was charged with 28 violations of the Game and Wildlife Code for allegedly possessing unlawfully taken deer and illegally selling game. If convicted of all charges, which were filed with Magisterial District Judge Wayne Seibel of Evans City on Feb. 21, Kietly faces penalties of up to $22,700, and the possible loss of his hunting and trapping privileges for up to 65 years.
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Poacher can’t hunt for 20 years
Posted by admin on: Friday 29 February @ 10:28:45 |
By ANGELA BRANDT - Independent Record - 02/28/08
Eliza Wiley IR Photo Editor - Jeff Jorgensen talks with his attorney Wednesday during the sentencing phase of his poaching trial held in Judge Honzel’s courtroom.
A Lincoln man, who state investigators say violated just about every wildlife law there is, will not be allowed to hunt for 20 years after being sentenced in District Court Wednesday on two felony charges.
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New Brunswick Moose Investigation
Posted by admin on: Thursday 21 February @ 10:30:28 |
The night before Moose season Conservation Officers from New Brunswick's Department of Natural Resources Region 3 South District while investigating a Moose being shot before the season came across a man in a tree stand that was hunting moose. Officers arrested this man for night hunting and while questioning him he admitted to shooting the moose that the Officers had found earlier in the day. The Officers, with assistance from West District officers and Department of Fisheries and Oceans officers, arrested two more men at the camp for being in illeagal possession of moose meat. In all three men were convicted of four Major offences with a total of 28 days in jail and $8000.00 in fines. Conservation Supervisor Rick Nash credits the success of this case to the cooperative efforts between the different Agencies. The story was covered by the local newspaper as follows:
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MERCER COUNTY DEER PROCESSOR FACES NUMEROUS CHARGES
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 20 February @ 18:12:09 |
Anonymous writes: "GREENVILLE, Mercer County - After a lengthy investigation, Pennsylvania Game Commission officials, on Feb. 7, filed numerous charges against Randy Eugene Taranto, 45, of Delaware Township, Mercer County, for the unlawful taking or possession of game or wildlife and illegally buying and selling game. Charges were filed before District Judge Lorinda Hinch, of Mercer.
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GUILTY PLEA FOR MULTIPLE GAME LAW VIOLATIONS IN MONROE COUNTY
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 20 February @ 18:11:49 |
Anonymous writes: "DALLAS, Luzerne County - Kenneth N. Borger, 29, of Long Pond, Monroe County, pled guilty, on Feb. 14, to six counts of unlawful taking or possession of game or wildlife (all white-tailed deer); three counts of unlawful devices and methods (baiting); one count of failure to tag and report big game kills; one count of unlawful acts concerning licenses (receiving a license or tags from another); and five counts of additional penalties for various poaching offenses.
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Antelope shooting suspects in custody
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 19 February @ 12:14:35 |
Two teenagers out looking for coyotes and small animals to shoot allegedly ended up illegally killing 10 antelope they ran into east of Canyon Ferry Reservoir last week.
On Thursday, Ryon Bullock, 19, and Chase Parker, 18, were arrested at their Helena apartment on one felony offense of unlawful possession, shipping or transporting game animals, and four misdemeanor counts associated with the crime.
For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:
http://www.helenair.com/articles/2008/02/15/top/50lo_080215_antelope.txt
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New Jersey Monthly Highlights
Posted by admin on: Monday 18 February @ 20:44:07 |
Anonymous writes: "New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
Bureau of Law Enforcement
Monthly Highlights
Northern Region
Captain Fletcher responded to a complaint of shots fired from a vehicle the previous evening near a farm in Lafayette Township. He was able to locate a gut pile and drag marks in an adjacent field and a spent shell casing in the roadway. The farmer provided Captain Fletcher with the license plate number of a van he observed on the road minutes after he heard the gunshots. Captain Fletcher, CO Hutchinson and DCO Struble proceeded to the residence of the van owner and located it parked on the street. The officers noticed a drop of blood on the rear bumper and interviewed the owner of the van concerning the complaint and the blood on the bumper. She said she had no knowledge of the incident the previous evening and wasn’t involved because she was at work. A second individual came to the front door and said “I shot the deer, fellows”. The individual admitted to shooting a deer from the van the night before. He said the vehicle was registered to his brother’s girlfriend because both he and his brother’s driver licenses were suspended. CO Hutchinson noticed a blood smeared cooler on the porch. When asked about it, the individual said it contained parts of a second deer he shot at the same location at night earlier in the week. The appropriate complaints were signed.
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Louisana Cadet death
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 13 February @ 14:30:05 |
BY JEFF MOORE
THE DAILY IBERIAN
The state Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is investigating the
death of one of its own.
Byron Dore, 24, of New Iberia, died Saturday when his boat struck a
submerged object in an oilfield location canal at the Port of Iberia.
Dore, a cadet in the agency's training academy, was ejected. Iberia
Parish Coroner Dr. James Falterman Sr. said he has ordered an autopsy
to determine how Dore died.
He said Dore's body had "evidence of external trauma," but that an
autopsy would be needed to determine his exact cause of death.
"He was one of our guys," said LDWF Lt. Darryl Moore. "I didn't know
him personally, but a lot of our agents were good friends with him."
Moore said Dore was hunting wild hogs around 5 p.m. in a canal owned
by Iberia Investment Canal Properties.
He had just dropped off three members of his hunting party when the
accident occurred, Moore said.
"He was supposed be coming back, either to pick them up or to go hunt
by himself," he said. "They heard him strike something and they found
him in the water later."
Moore said investigators aren't sure what type of object Dore struck,
but said oilfield location canals are often littered with tree stumps
and debris.
He said Dore was not wearing a life jacket or attached to kill
switch, but said he did not think that contributed to his death,
based on his injuries.
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PENNSYLVANIA GAME COMMISSION SUPPORTS LEGISLATION TO INCREASE PENALTIES FOR WILD
Posted by admin on: Friday 08 February @ 08:39:06 |
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Bureau of Wildlife Protection Director Richard Palmer today delivered testimony before the House Game and Fisheries Committee in support of House Bill 2205, which is designed to increase fines and penalties for wildlife violations. HB 2205, sponsored by Rep. Edward Staback (D-Lackawanna), who chairs the House Game and Fisheries Committee, was the subject of a public hearing today.
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DNR LAW ENFORCEMENT CHIEF-MICHIGAN
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 05 February @ 21:04:13 |
Laura writes: "The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announces a job opportunity to serve as the Chief of the Law Enforcement Division. To apply for this position, please refer to the Michigan Civil Service Commission website (http://www.michigan.gov/mdcs) for application instructions and additional information on this position. Deadline for application is March 7, 2008."
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Brunswick poachers fined and banned from hunting
Posted by admin on: Monday 04 February @ 14:36:12 |
Two New Brunswick wildlife poachers have been fined and banned from hunting for a year, after being convicted in provincial court for offences under the Migratory Bird Conventions Act.
Gary Gould and Jake Eldridge, both of the Kingston Peninsula, were charged on Oct. 1 by a provincial conservation officer who watched them shooting waterfowl and making no effort to retrieve the birds.
Under the law, ducks and geese must be retrieved as soon as possible after they are shot.
The men shot 16 ducks, which is more than permitted by law.
Judge Henrik Tonning fined the men $200 each for failing to retrieve the dead birds and $50 for each bird shot over the allowable limit, which varies according to species, for a total of $800 each.
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VENANGO COUNTY “KILL FOR THRILL” VIOLATORS BROUGHT TO JUSTICE
Posted by admin on: Friday 01 February @ 14:44:11 |
ricramer writes: " FRANKLIN – The Pennsylvania Game Commission today announced that four juveniles were found guilty of multiple Game and Wildlife Code violations in a hearing held before Venango County District Judge David Fish, of Pleasantville, after a hearing before him Dec. 31.
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BUTLER JUVENILE CHARGED WITH ILLEGALLY SHOOTING AN EAGLE
Posted by admin on: Friday 25 January @ 13:24:42 |
ricramer writes: "HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Arthur "Chip" Brunst filed charges, on Jan. 22, in Juvenile Court of the Butler County Courthouse, against a juvenile Butler City, Butler County resident for the unlawful shooting an immature bald eagle.
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Moose rescued from icy lake
Posted by admin on: Thursday 17 January @ 17:04:20 |
LOON LAKE, Wash. - Homeowners saved the life of a young bull moose that fell through the ice on Loon Lake north of Spokane.
The moose, which was estimated to be 3 years old, broke through about 50 yards from shore.
Rescuers rushed to the scene and went out on the ice in a small boat. They used axes and chainsaws the cut a path through the ice so the moose could swim to shallower water.
Eventually, the moose climbed onto shore and after a few minutes of getting his wits back, disappeared into the woods.
The entire rescue was captured by a photographer for Loon Lake Wildlife Gallery.
Video and more
from KING-5 in Seattle
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CWS Atlantic Region Enforcement Hilights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 January @ 22:45:19 |
Canadian Wildlife Service Wildlife Enforcement Division, Atlantic Region, Enforcement Highlights
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New Brunswick Wildlife Officer of 2007
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 01 January @ 10:02:57 |
FREDERICTON (CNB) - Natural Resources Minister Donald Arseneault recognized Greg Wallace as New Brunswick's Shikar-Safari Wildlife Officer of 2007. Wallace was honoured in a ceremony today at the New Brunswick legislature.
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Connecticut Enviormental Conservation Police November Hilights
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 December @ 10:53:47 |
Untagged/Over bag on Pheasants
On 11/7/07, EnCon Police Officer Bill Myers received a complaint that hunters were exceeding their limit of pheasants at Babcock Wildlife Management Area in Colchester. He arrived at the area and stopped a vehicle being operated by a pheasant hunter. The hunter initially denied to the officer that he had shot any pheasants. Officer Myers noted that there was fresh blood on his hands and clothing and a check of his vehicle revealed six untagged pheasants hidden under a towel. None of the pheasants were tagged. The hunter was charged with Taking Pheasants Over the Limit (4 Counts) and Failure to Tag Pheasants (6 Counts). One other hunter at the area was found with one untagged pheasant and he was charged with that violation.
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Too few in number, wardens ask for aid
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 December @ 10:47:57 |
BY MICHAEL PEARCE
The Wichita Eagle
Story
with Pictures from The Wichita Eagle
The death of an Americus teen by an alleged poacher's bullet last weekend has some calling for more game wardens to enforce the state's hunting laws.
But unless the Kansas Legislature can be persuaded to approve the hiring of more game wardens, hunting safety experts say it may fall to the public to help spot illegal activity -- sort of an outdoor neighborhood watch.
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BLATANT VIOLATOR FOUND GUILTY
Posted by admin on: Sunday 23 December @ 08:34:54 |
The Pennsylvania Game Commission today announced that Milton H. Lauscher, Jr., 49, Gladstone, Mich. was found guilty on six counts of violating the Game & Wildlife code and was assessed $2,500 in fines, plus court costs. Erie County District Judge Christopher MacKendrick East Springfield, imposed the penalties after a hearing before him Dec. 14, 2007.
Lauscher, Jr., was apprehended Nov. 3, by Wildlife Conservation Officer Michael D. Wojtecki and Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer John P. Kasony in Conneaut Township, Erie County.
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Crime seeps into game wardens' turfs
Posted by admin on: Thursday 20 December @ 18:05:01 |
By Jeff DeLong, USA TODAY
A Texas game warden for nearly five years, Justin Hurst was patrolling on his 34th birthday last March 17 when he got a call that a colleague was pursuing a suspected poacher.
Hurst responded and was killed by the bullets of an assault rifle. James Freeman of Wharton County, Texas, faces murder charges in connection with the killing.
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Resident hunters, state agencies work to protect wildlife.
Posted by admin on: Monday 10 December @ 18:24:39 |
Gazette Opinion: Resident hunters, state agencies work to protect wildlife
Montana and Wyoming big game is being sold by the points on its antlers. It's dollars on the hoof and the envy of hunters across the nation.
Think of it as the dark side of successful wildlife management and the sacrifices made by the resident hunters of the two states.
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Game over:
Posted by admin on: Monday 10 December @ 18:22:56 |
Poacher gets probation for 15 years of killing
One of Montana's most notorious poachers, Philip Mark Payton, once hunted moose and other trophy animals with impunity, but these days the only creature he says he's after is the mouse in his house.
Two years after he was charged, Payton's victims - or rather their skulls, antlers and hides - stared at him mutely from the jury box Wednesday, providing a poignant backdrop in the sentencing of one of the worst cases of illegal killing of big game in decades in the Big Sky state.
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Outfitters charged in Montana FWP sting
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 04 December @ 10:56:58 |
Outfitters charged in FWP sting
To to
The Billings Gazette for more.
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Hunters' Conviction Overturned
Posted by admin on: Saturday 24 November @ 11:33:23 |
Anonymous writes: "VOCM NEWS
Hunters' Conviction Overturned
November 24, 2007
Two people convicted of killing 21 Woodland caribou in central Labrador have had their convictions overturned. The case stemmed from an incident last December southeast of Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Justice William Goodridge agreed with the two appellants. The main issue that worked against the Crown was a missing cassette tape of an interview of the two suspects done by a wildlife officer before the first trial.
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$7.35 MILLION PAYMENT TO BE PAID TO COMMONWEALTH FOR 2006 POLLUTION
Posted by admin on: Thursday 15 November @ 18:08:40 |
Anonymous writes: "The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania today announced that it has secured one of the largest natural resources damage settlements in state history. Under terms of the settlement, Norfolk Southern will pay $7.35 million to resolve its civil liability for a June 2006 derailment in McKean County that polluted and killed fish and other aquatic life in Big Fill Run, Sinnemahoning-Portage Creek and the Driftwood Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek.
As part of the agreement, Norfolk Southern will pay $3,675,000 each to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The settlement agreement focuses on contamination of the environment that occurred on June 30, 2006, when approximately 31 rail cars of a train operated by Norfolk Southern derailed near Gardeau, McKean County. During the derailment, liquid sodium hydroxide spilled from three railcars into wetlands and entered Big Fill Run, a tributary of the Sinnemahoning-Portage Creek that flows through McKean County and into Cameron County. From Big Fill Run, the spilled sodium hydroxide traveled down Sinnemahoning-Portage Creek, which flows into the Driftwood Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek. This release of liquid sodium hydroxide contaminated soils, sediments, surface water, groundwater, and wetlands, and killed or damaged fish and other aquatic life and terrestrial plant and animal life.
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Florida Officer Dies in Line of Duty
Posted by admin on: Monday 29 October @ 19:56:34 |
Anonymous writes: "By Macollvie Jean-François | Sun-Sentinel.com
1:43 PM EDT, October 28, 2007
An officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission died on duty after her all-terrain vehicle crashed in a remote part of the Everglades and trapped her underneath, authorities said Sunday.
Officer Michelle A. Lawless, 47, was on routine patrol when the crash occurred late Saturday in the Holeyland/Rotenberger Wildlife Management Area, 30 to 40 miles west of U.S. 27 east toll, FWC spokesman Officer Jorge Pino said. She was on patrol for poachers and other vagrants who often target alligators and deer at night, Pino said.
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Traffic stop in Ham case ruled legal
Posted by admin on: Friday 19 October @ 08:20:04 |
By Rob Seal
rseal@dailyprogress.com | 978-7265
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Robert O. Ham walked out of the Greene County Courthouse after his trial on Tuesday, June 19, 2007. Kaylin Bowers Greene County authorities were acting appropriately when they made the traffic stop that preceded the death of 16-year-old Allen Cochran, a judge ruled Tuesday.The hearing was the latest in the case of Robert O. Ham III, 25, a game warden charged with involuntary manslaughter in the Greene County teen'sdeath.
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Brent Cole
Posted by admin on: Friday 19 October @ 08:05:54 |
Brent writes: "To the NAWEOA Exec and all members.
I would like to let everyone about my current condition. It has been one year since my accident and there certanly have been a number of ups and downs. With that being said, I am still making progress and slowly, but surely getting stronger. My goal remains the same as last year...to walk again.
I would like to thank those who have been sending emails to me wishing me well and spirtual support. I have to admit I enjoy receiving your kind words.
A special thank you to the NAWEOA exec for making me an Honory Life Member. it is a gift that I shall cherish for the rest of my life. NAWEOA has always been dear to my heart and will always be.
Thanks so much everyone & GOD BLESS"
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NOAA Assesses Maine Herring Vessel $510,000 Penalty for Federal Fishing Violatio
Posted by admin on: Thursday 18 October @ 15:17:01 |
Anonymous writes: "NOAA has assessed a $510,000 civil penalty and two-year permit suspension to the operator of the fishing vessel Western Sea for multiple violations of the Magnuson-Stevens Fisheries Conservation and Management Act.
The 51-count Notice of Violation and Assessment alleges that Daniel S. Fill, the vessel’s operator, failed to report roughly fifteen million pounds of herring harvested in the Gulf of Maine between this May and August. NOAA requires owners or operators of herring vessels issued a federal fishing permit to report all species caught during each trip, regardless of whether they are retained or discarded. The Western Sea is home ported in Rockland, Me.
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Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program Investigations Lead to More Convictions
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 16 October @ 09:59:20 |
Anonymous writes: "Justice
October 16, 2007
Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program Investigations Lead to More Convictions
Several convictions have been filed recently in provincial court in relation to investigations carried out by the Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program (IFEP), part of the Department of Justice. The convictions, with fines totaling $15,700, resulted from charges laid against individuals earlier this summer under the Federal Fisheries Act and Wildlife Regulations.
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New Jersey Monthly Highlights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 10 October @ 08:55:40 |
Northern Region
CO’s Kuechler and Paul responded to a call from the Westfield Police Department in Union County, concerning an alligator in Gregory’s Pond. CO Kuechler, wading into the pond with a surf fishing rod and treble hook, was able to capture the alligator. The 3-foot alligator was observed for several weeks by local residents and will be placed with an out-of-state cooperator.
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Officers Break-Up Major Endangered Species Smuggling Ring
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 02 October @ 19:58:03 |
Canadian and U.S. Wildlife Officers Break-Up Major Endangered Species Smuggling Ring - Record-Breaking 27 Metric Tonnes of Meat Confiscated
Montréal, September 26, 2007 - Environment Canada's Wildlife Enforcement Division along with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fisheries officers have dismantled a major smuggling organization of queen conch meat, an internationally protected endangered species. The smuggling operation is believed to have been responsible for illegally importing and/or exporting 119,978 kilograms (263,953 lbs, the equivalent of nearly seven fully loaded semi trailers) of queen conch (Strombus gigas) meat from several Caribbean and South American countries to Canada and the United States.
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Connecticut Enviormental Conservation Police August Hilights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 26 September @ 08:18:58 |
Assault Arrest
On 8/8/07, EnCon Police Sgt. Zabilansky, Officer Rose, and Special Conservation Officers (SCO’s) Blanchette and Graves responded to Green Falls Campground at Pachaug State Forest in Voluntown for a complaint of a fight with injuries. They learned that a 13 year-old girl was camping with her father and his girlfriend. She had an argument with the girlfriend and called her mother to pick her up at the campground. The mother arrived and had a loud verbal dispute with the girlfriend, which escalated to a physical altercation. Both women were arrested and charged with Assault 3rd.
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Environment Canada budget cuts threaten wildlife programs
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 19 September @ 10:01:11 |
CBC News
Serious budget problems at Environment Canada are threatening wildlife programs and services within the federal department, freezing allotted money for some and reducing funds to nothing for others, CBC News has learned.
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Man charged with driving truck into seagull flock.
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 12 September @ 17:29:39 |
The Associated Press
PHILADELPHIA - A marine terminal worker in Philadelphia is awaiting a judge's verdict on whether he deliberately drove his pickup through a flock of seagulls. Fifty-year-old Daniel Gallagher is charged with 189 counts of killing protected birds in the incident last year at Packer Marine Terminal.
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IFEP Officers Break up Major Salmon Poaching Operation at Branch River
Posted by admin on: Saturday 08 September @ 09:04:32 |
Anonymous writes: "IFEP Officers Break up Major Salmon Poaching Operation at Branch River
September 7, 2007
Officers from the Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program (IFEP) of the Department of Justice uncovered a salmon poaching operation and apprehended three individuals at the headwaters of the Branch River on Monday, September 3, 2007.
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New Jersey Monthly Highlights
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 05 September @ 20:16:23 |
New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife
Monthly Highlights
Bureau of Law Enforcement
July 20, 2007-August 21, 2007
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Waiting for relief
Posted by admin on: Thursday 30 August @ 14:01:29 |
Brent Cole's life changed when his car struck a moose. Now, he's waiting to receive a medical device that promises to help ease his daily pain.
DANETTE DOOLEY
Special to The Telegram
Brent Cole was working his dream job - as a conservation officer with the provincial government - when his vehicle hit a moose and his whole life changed.
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FIRST FEDERAL ENFORCEMENT CASE IN THE NORTHWESTERN HAWAIIAN ISLANDS MONUMENT
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 29 August @ 15:39:56 |
Anonymous writes: "WASHINGTON, DC (August 21, 2007) --- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced today that it has charged the owner and operator of a U.S. vessel with unlawfully fishing in the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. This case is the first federal enforcement action taken since President Bush declared the area around the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands a marine national monument on June 15, 2006.
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Kansas Officers help in aftermath of tornado.
Posted by admin on: Monday 27 August @ 17:34:40 |
On May 4, 2007 at approximately 9:45pm, Greensburg was almost completely destroyed
by an F5 tornado. Kansas Natural Resource Officers answered the call by
providing security for the citizens of Greensburg. Read Complete Story
in PDF Format
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MD NRP NEWS
Posted by admin on: Sunday 26 August @ 09:00:05 |
MARYLANDNRP writes: "Maryland Natural Resources Police Blotter
The following two cases were recently adjudicated in U.S. federal court. These cases are the result of joint investigations by the Maryland Natural Resources Police and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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EIGHTEENTH WATERWAYS CONSERVATION OFFICER CLASS GRADUATES
Posted by admin on: Monday 13 August @ 19:02:00 |
Anonymous writes: "The 10 members of the 18th Waterways Conservation Officer Class graduated from training at ceremonies held today in the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Executive Director Dr. Douglas Austen presided over the ceremonies.
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Maryland Natural Resources Police Blotter
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 08 August @ 12:15:02 |
MarylandNRP writes: "Anne Arundel County - On Tuesday, July 24, Charles Eugene Conklin III, 46, of Baltimore was sentenced to six months in jail for abandoning a vessel in Tanyard Cove on Marley Creek.
The Maryland Natural Resources (NRP) charged Conklin in August of 2006 after he abandoned his 41-foot cabin cruiser in Tanyard Cove. After a postponement and two failures to appear for trial, Conklin was found guilty on May 21, in Anne Arundel County District Court. The judge ordered Conklin to remove the vessel from the waters of the state within 60 days and scheduled a July 24, sentencing hearing.
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PALMER NAMED WILDLIFE PROTECTION BUREAU DIRECTOR
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 01 August @ 16:24:43 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe today announced that Richard Palmer has been named director of the agency's Bureau of Wildlife Protection. Palmer has been serving as the bureau's acting-director since July of 2006.
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POTTER COUNTY MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO KILLING OSPREY
Posted by admin on: Saturday 28 July @ 21:39:01 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - Glenn Andrew Batson, of Coudersport, Potter County, recently pled guilty to killing an osprey, a state threatened species, at the Rainbow Paradise Trout Farm in Coudersport, according to Pennsylvania Game Commission officials. On June 20, Batson was ordered by District Judge Annette Easton to pay a fine and replacement costs totaling $3,000. He also faces the loss of his hunting and trapping privileges for up to three years.
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Fish & Wildlife Officer
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 July @ 13:19:57 |
Anonymous writes: "Hi Everyone,
It has bee awhile since I have been in touch with all my friends at NAWEOA. After everything my family and I have been through over the last 9 months, it now feels good to be able to write this note.
I would like to thank everyone who sent cards and financial assistance. On behalf of my family & I, a sincere thank-you to you all.
Medically, I have a way to go, having said that I have come a long way. All the support everyone gave us has made a big difference in my recovery.
Thanks to everyone & God bless
Brent & Mary Cole"
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Maryland Natural Resources Police Blotter
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 July @ 13:19:27 |
MarylandNRP writes: "Anne Arundel County - The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) arrest and charge a local man with multiple charges twice in five days.
On Sunday July 1, at 1:14 a.m., NRP received a report of a possible intoxicated boater operating a small white dinghy in the area of Loch Haven on the South River. NRP located the vessel and operator, Thomas Daniel Haywood, 40, of Harness Creek. Officers transferred Haywood into their patrol vessel and transported him to shore for field sobriety tests after determining that he was under the influence of alcohol.
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MN hiring
Posted by admin on: Friday 29 June @ 17:56:41 |
Anonymous writes: "Minnesota will be hiring officers for next year academy. Applications will be accepted until 08-06-07. Go to http://www.doer.state.mn.us to apply.
Jason Jensen
MN DNR"
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NWTF PRESENTS AWARD TO KREIDER
Posted by admin on: Thursday 28 June @ 19:39:27 |
ricramer writes: "HARRISBURG -The Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation recently honored Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Brad Kreider for outstanding efforts in wildlife conservation, wildlife habitat improvement and wild turkey management.
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States short on fish, game wardens
Posted by admin on: Sunday 24 June @ 08:09:56 |
Anonymous writes: "States short on fish, game wardens
By DAN NEPHIN, Associated Press Writer
PITTSBURGH - Fish and wildlife departments around the country are on the hunt - for more wardens.
From California to Pennsylvania to Florida, states are struggling to recruit officers and habitat and other projects are being delayed. Those enforcing wildlife laws have a full workload, and officials suspect poaching is increasing, though hard numbers are difficult to come by.
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Connecticut Environmental Police May 2007 Highlights
Posted by admin on: Sunday 17 June @ 09:45:34 |
Select more to view highlights for the Connecticut Environmental Police for the month of May.
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ERIE MAN CITED FOR ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF WOLF-HYBRID
Posted by admin on: Monday 11 June @ 17:57:29 |
ricramer writes: "HARRISBURG - Richard Staub, 61, of Wattsburg, Erie County, recently was charged with unlawful possession of a wolf-hybrid, which attacked a woman at Staub's house. Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Darin L. Clark filed the charges in District Magistrate Susan Strohmeyer's Office in Erie on June 3.
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Illegal Hunting of Caribou Results in $36,000 in Fines
Posted by admin on: Sunday 10 June @ 17:26:14 |
Two hunters from Quebec have learned that the hunting of threatened woodland caribou herds of southern Labrador will not be tolerated and that such activity will lead to convictions and significant fines.
Jean Baptiste Malleck, 70, and his grandson Sebastian Malleck, of Pakuashipi, Quebec, received fines totaling $36,000 in provincial court in Happy Valley-Goose Bay this week for slaughtering 21 animals of the threatened Mealy Mountain caribou herd. The incident occurred in February 2006 near Birchy Lakes in southern Labrador.
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Delaware Fish and Wildlife Agents work on trerorism response.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 June @ 18:04:52 |
Anonymous writes: "Enforcement agents from the Division of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Section joined the Wilmington Public Safety Departments last week in Wilmington and Philadelphia for two training courses covering how to handle terrorism and other critical incidents in a maritime setting.
The first course, “Critical Incident Management in the Maritime Environment” introduced the participants to the growing threat of terrorist attacks on shipping, maritime industries along our coastal waterways, and our harbors and ports. The second course, “Tactical Marine Operators Course,” provided hands-on tactical response training for enforcement officers working in the maritime environment.
During the four days of training, Fish and Wildlife Enforcement officers, Wilmington’s Crisis Management Tactical Team, and the Wilmington Marine Unit received instruction on identifying and pre-planning response to terrorist targets along our shoreline and on our waterways, and participated in simulated terrorist scenarios where they learned and practiced tactical considerations and techniques.
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Florida Officer Killed
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 June @ 17:29:06 |
A 26-year-old Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officer was killed in a single-car crash about 2 a.m. Thursday in the southbound lanes of Florida's Turnpike near Southern Boulevard west of West Palm Beach, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Dara Louise Demarest was driving in her 2001 Nissan Altima and for unknown reasons veered off the road and struck several trees, FHP said. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
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YORK COUNTY PA. WCO EYLER RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING WORK
Posted by admin on: Sunday 03 June @ 14:30:01 |
Chad Eyler, Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) in York County, recently was presented with the Shikar-Safari International Wildlife Conservation Officer of the Year Award, which is sponsored by Cabela's.
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Texas Game Warden Dies During Search-and-Rescue Operation
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 30 May @ 22:14:05 |
GLEN ROSE, Texas — Texas Game Warden Teyran "Ty" Patterson, 28, died in the line of duty today during a search-and-rescue operation on the Paluxy River near here. Patterson apparently drowned after his boat capsized in floodwaters.
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Cooperative New Jersey Marine Law Operation Results in Summonses
Posted by admin on: Friday 25 May @ 09:37:46 |
May 22, 2007
NJ DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife Marine Enforcement staff routinely works with the U.S. Coast Guard to protect our marine resources. Such activity can include vessel inspections off the state’s shoreline.
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Poacher's catch: Banned for 10 years and jail.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 17 May @ 21:04:18 |
Poacher's catch: Banned for 10 years and jail
by KRISTIN KNIGHT - Ravalli Republic
Brian Keith Monta, 42, received a sentence of 100 days in jail and was ordered to pay $14,300 in fines and restitution after pleading guilty to 20 misdemeanor poaching charges. He also was banned from hunting and trapping for 10 years.
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ONTARIO, COMMERCIAL FISHERMAN CONVICTED OF ILLEGAL FISHING
Posted by admin on: Monday 14 May @ 08:18:11 |
BARRIE, ONTARIO — A man from Nobel, who has commercially fished the waters off Severn Sound for more than 35 years, has been fined $4,000 for illegal fishing.
Bernard H. J. LePage, 52, of Nobel, pleaded guilty to three counts of violating the conditions of his licence by failing to accurately report his commercial catch. He also forfeited all the fish.
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Unassigned plates leads warden to three deer taken at night in southern Vermont
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 May @ 18:14:17 |
During December of 2006, Warden Kelly Price received a phone call of a deer jacking incident in the greater Brattleboro area. The next day, Warden Price investigated the area where the alleged deer jacking had taken place and found where at least one deer had been shot in a field next to the road in the area described by the complainant. The complainant also got a description of the vehicle that had been involved
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Snowmobile pursuit in central Vermont leads to numerous charges
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 May @ 18:13:05 |
While on a routine night time snowmobile patrol in northwestern Vermont, Wardens Justin Stedman and Jason Batchelder attempted to stop two snowmobiles in a effort to do compliance checks on each to see if each machine was properly registered.
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Robbery suspect charged with possession of illegal deer
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 May @ 18:12:24 |
During February of 2007, Senior Warden Chris Clark was contacted by Detective Trooper Michael Burns after Detective Burns had conducted a search warrant on the residence of a male who was the suspect in an armed robbery. During the search, Detective Burns, a hunter himself, observed parts of at least two deer at the suspect’s residence and that neither of the deer appeared to have been tagged.
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Compliance check reveals 12 illegal bass in central Vermont
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 09 May @ 18:11:42 |
On March 11, 2007 Sergeant Don Isabelle was patrolling on snowshoes when he observed a family ice fishing with tip-ups and jig sticks on a small pond located in central Vermont. As Sergeant Isabelle observed the family fishing, he watched the mother catch and keep two smallmouth bass. A short while later, Sgt. Isabelle saw the father catch and keep three bass, while the two minor sons caught and kept a total of 5 bass.
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Enforcement Task Force Confirms Threats to Endangered Sturgeon
Posted by admin on: Thursday 03 May @ 12:31:32 |
A combined state and federal task force confirmed last week that a prominent resident of the Mississippi River ecosystem remains in danger of extinction.
In a unique, multi-day effort, more than 70 state and federal conservation officers patrolled hundreds of miles of river, enforcing laws designed to protect aquatic species, with particular focus on the commercial fishery for shovelnose sturgeon, a cousin of the endangered pallid sturgeon.
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VA Game Wardens Name Changing to Conservation Police Officer
Posted by admin on: Monday 30 April @ 14:07:31 |
Anonymous writes: ""Game Warden" Name Changing to "Conservation Police Officer"
Richmond, VA — Effective July 1, 2007, Virginia's game wardens will have a new name. The sworn officers in the Law Enforcement Division of the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) will be called "conservation police officers." The Virginia General Assembly approved the change at their recent session. The name change is intended to clarify the authority of these officers who have full police powers and statewide jurisdiction.
Game wardens have been serving in law enforcement in Virginia since 1903, when the Virginia General Assembly established a statewide system of game wardens to enforce wildlife laws. In fact, game wardens in Virginia have a history that predates the creation of VDGIF which wasn't established until 1916. "
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TWO PLEAD GUILTY TO IMPORTING AND PURCHASING WHALE TEETH
Posted by admin on: Saturday 28 April @ 09:14:21 |
Anonymous writes: "PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney Pat Meehan today announced two guilty pleas in connection with an international ring that smuggled dead body parts of endangered species into the United States.1 The endangered species was the marine mammal Physeter macrocephalus, commonly known as the Sperm whale. The dead body parts were teeth, each having the shape of a cone, pointed at one end, approximately eight inches high and six inches in diameter, and weighing between one and five pounds.
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Assist New York Officers
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 April @ 10:30:23 |
On 3/23/07, Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police Capt. Kyle Overturf, Sgt. Tom Bull and Officers Todd Chemacki, Ray Ramos, Jim Kane and Stan Mieldzioc conducted an inspection of the Fulton Fish Market in New York in conjunction with New York EnCon Police Officers. The Connecticut officers met six New York officers at 2 a.m., in the Bronx and went to the new Fulton Fish Market. The New York and Connecticut officers teamed up and inspected the entire facility. They checked for shellfish tagging requirements, possession and size limit compliance for fish and lobster and importation violations. The New York officers made four arrests. Two were for shellfish tagging violations, one was for possession of weakfish during the closed season and one was for possession of cod less than the minimum legal length.
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Commercial Fishing Violation
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 April @ 10:29:53 |
On 3/3/07, Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police Sgt. Ryan Healy and Officer Stan Mieldzioc were patrolling Stonington Harbor by vessel. They observed a commercial lobster boat hauling traps in the harbor and approached it to conduct a boarding. The fisherman had eighteen lobsters on board, but five of them were less than the minimum legal length. The subject also did not have his vessel permit, commercial fishing license or vessel registration on board. The subject was issued a summons for possession of lobsters less than the minimum legal length and was verbally warned for the other violations. The lobsters were seized as evidence.
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Illegal Deer Hunting Warrants
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 April @ 10:29:01 |
After an extensive investigation concerning the illegal killing of deer, which began in September of 2006, Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police Officer Tate Begley obtained arrest warrants and charged two New Milford men with violations stemming from the investigation.
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Narcotics Arrest
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 April @ 10:27:15 |
On 3/15/07, Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police Officer Eric Johnson was on patrol at the Mansfield Hollow State Park Boat Launch where he observed two males sitting in a parked vehicle and another vehicle parked alongside. The second vehicle left the area immediately. The driver of the first vehicle made several quick furtive moves inside the vehicle as Officer Johnson approached on foot. Officer Johnson observed a slingshot in plain view. The occupants said that they had been shooting rocks at park signs.
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Stolen Vessels Recovered
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 25 April @ 10:26:01 |
On 8/06/06 Connecticut Environmental Conservation Police Officer Bill Myers was on boating patrol at Pickerel Lake in Colchester. He observed a Jet Ski underway on the lake, which was not displaying a registration or expiration decal. He followed the operator to his dock on the lake where Officer Myers observed a second Jet Ski that also was not displaying a registration or decal.
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ILEETA April 16-21 2007
Posted by admin on: Monday 23 April @ 08:40:28 |
Mirus306 writes: "Gents, I have just attended the International Law Enforcement & Educators and Trainers Association conference in Chicago. Much to my diappointment I found there to be only one Gamewarden (myself) among over 750 law enforcement trainers. I've never been to a conference that provided such a diversity in training which included Defensive Tactics, Emergency Vehicle Operators courses, Firearms armourers courses and various trainer enhancement courses.
I would like to pass this conference information on to fellow officers, so have a look at the ILEETA website. This year they offered nine scholarships which paid for my flight from Alberta. I was one of two officers choosen to attend from Canada. As a NAWEOA member I would hope this information could be passed along to all of the reps.
Adam Mirus
Fish and Wildlife Officer
Edmonton, Alberta
mirus@telusplanet.net"
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Ranger positions
Posted by admin on: Thursday 19 April @ 16:17:05 |
LarimerRangerCorps writes: "Located in Northern Colorado - Larimer County Parks and Open Lands manages over 40,000 acres of land and several reservoirs owned by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.
The key component of our daily management is our nationally recognized Ranger Corps.
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Florida Officer Killed
Posted by admin on: Monday 16 April @ 20:18:56 |
On Friday, April 13, at approximately 8:13 p.m., FWC Lieutenant Delmar H. Teagan was on duty traveling westbound on Rockridge Road near Lakeland, Florida. A Ford heavy duty truck, traveling eastbound on Rockridge Road, crossed the center line causing a left front to left front collision. Lieutenant Teagan died at the scene. Del was married to Melanie Teagen and had two children, Morgan age five and Merrick age two. Mrs. Teagan is expecting a third child in five months.
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Safari Club International Files Comments Opposing Polar Bear ESA Listing
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 10 April @ 17:14:46 |
Safari Club International and Safari Club International Foundation yesterday filed substantive comments with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service opposing the proposed listing of the polar bear as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act. SCI opposes listing the polar bear because a listing would likely cut off unnecessarily the ability of U.S. hunters to import polar bear trophies into the U.S. from healthy populations in Canada.
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GAME COMMISSION ENROLLS 27th CLASS OF WCO CADETS
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 10 April @ 17:12:52 |
Anonymous writes: "HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Game Commission's 27th Class of Wildlife Conservation Officer cadets recently took up residence at the agency's Ross Leffler School of Conservation, which adjoins the headquarters building along Elmerton Avenue in Harrisburg."
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Update on Game Warden Brent Cole - Newfoundland
Posted by admin on: Monday 09 April @ 19:49:27 |
Anonymous writes: "Here is an update on Newfoundland Officer Brent Cole and his family. See Below.
Brent and his family would like to again thank all NAWEOA members for
the monetary contributions and their support. Cards and letters filledwith well wishes and words of encouragement continue to find the way to their mail box and their hearts.
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Memorial Donations and Condolences for Texas Game Warden Justin Hurst
Posted by admin on: Saturday 24 March @ 23:05:42 |
Anonymous writes: "The funeral for Texas Game Warden Justin Hurst was held March 21st.
For those who may wish to send a card of condolence or memorial in his memory, the information is below:
Wife: Amanda Hurst, 212 Brent, El Campo, Texas 77437
Memorial Donations in memory of Justin Hurst may be made to:
Justin P. Hurst Memorial Fund
c/o Prosperity Bank
Drawer G
El Campo, TX 77437
or
First United Methodist Church
Justin Hurst
1001 Avenue I
El Campo, TX 77437"
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THREE BUTLER COUNTY RESIDENTS GUILTY ON GAME LAW CHARGES
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 21 March @ 17:53:55 |
ricramer writes: "FRANKLIN – Three Butler County residents recently were found or pled guilty to game law violations of illegally possessing various wildlife species, including a pet raccoon.
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GAME COMMISSION HONORS STATE TROOPERS FOR ACTION TAKEN IN DEER ATTACK
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 21 March @ 17:53:29 |
ricramer writes: "HARRISBURG - The Pennsylvania Game Commission recently honored Pennsylvania State Police Corporal Todd A. Brian and Trooper Stephen E. Wilcox, from the PSP Lamar Barracks, for their response to an unusual situation on Nov. 15, in which two Clinton County residents were severely injured when they were attacked by a white-tailed deer."
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TEXAS GAME WARDEN DIES IN APPARENT EXCHANGE OF GUNFIRE
Posted by admin on: Saturday 17 March @ 13:56:07 |
By Benjamin C. Sharp - A Wharton County Game Warden was shot and killed outside of East Bernard late Friday night.
Justin Hurst, 34, was reportedly shot at least twice by a rifle, with bullets striking his upper torso and legs.
CPR was performed at the scene, and an air ambulance was called, but Hurst later succumbed to his wounds.
A Lissie man allegedly fired the fatal shots. He was taken to an area hospital after reportedly being shot himself by law enforcement officials. His name had not been released.
The shooting occurred off U.S. 90-A, several miles west of East Bernard, near midnight Friday. It followed a high-speed pursuit down county roads that lasted for nearly an hour. Speeds reportedly reached near 100 miles per hour.
The Texas Rangers and Department of Public Safety are investigating. Officials were at the scene Saturday morning taking photographs, collecting evidence and interviewing Sheriff’s Department deputies who were also involved in the shooting.
A DPS helicopter took aerial pictures of the scene.
Hurst was married and had a 4-month-old child. The game warden's birthday woud have been Saturday.
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GINSENG DEALER SENTENCED
Posted by admin on: Friday 09 March @ 08:28:54 |
David L. Huber, United States Attorney for the Western District of Kentucky, announced today that JOHN MORGAN, of 130 Lost City Road, Russellville, Kentucky, was sentenced to pay a $5,000 fine and pay a $25.00 Special Penalty Assessment for aiding and abetting the sale of wild ginseng in interstate commerce taken out of season and without a valid ginseng dealer's license as required under Kentucky law. The charges are in violation of Title 16, United States Code, Sections 3372(a)(2)(B) and 3373(d)(2), the Lacey Act.
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Six Suspects Arrested in Sturgeon Poaching Operation
Posted by admin on: Friday 09 March @ 08:23:30 |
Anonymous writes: "Six Suspects Arrested in Sturgeon Poaching Operation
Department of Fish and Game (DFG) wardens arrested six suspects Friday night, thwarting an alleged illegal white Sturgeon meat and caviar sales operation. Arrests and searches were carried out in Sacramento and San Francisco involving 30 wardens from DFG.
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California DFG Honors Wardens
Posted by admin on: Friday 09 March @ 08:22:43 |
Anonymous writes: "DFG TO HONOR WARDENS FOR VALOR, LIFESAVING EFFORTS, PRESENT PURPLE STAR, AT SACRAMENTO AWARDS CEREMONY
The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) will honor seven wardens with awards for valor and lifesaving efforts during a luncheon in Sacramento March 7. Warden Kyle Kroll will receive the department’s highest honor, the Purple Star, for injuries he sustained when Marijuana cultivators shot him during a raid.
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Two Texas game wardens passed away on Sunday, March 4th.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 08 March @ 08:11:41 |
Two Texas game wardens passed away on Sunday, March 4th. Game Warden David Heard of Port Lavaca passed away after a battle with cancer. Sgt Game Warden Adam Chrane passed away at his home at this time of unknown causes.
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Hunt Of A Lifetime For Young Hero
Posted by admin on: Thursday 08 March @ 08:10:15 |
Safari Club International is honoring a young Missouri hunter with a trip to Africa to show appreciation for his actions that led to the rescue of two local boys that had been kidnapped.
Mitchell Hults, 15, was the key witness who provided vital information that led to the rescue of Ben Ownsby and Shawn Hornbeck from their kidnapper in January. Mitchell’s sharp observational skills, an important trait for a hunter to have, led police to where the young men were being held and make him a hero.
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Moose Brings Down Alaska Helicopter
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 07 March @ 08:30:36 |
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (March 5) - A helicopter is not necessarily a match for an angry moose. Instead of lying down after being shot with a tranquilizer dart, a moose charged a hovering helicopter used by a wildlife biologist, damaging the aircraft's tail rotor and forcing it to the ground.
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New Brunswick's 2006 Shikar-Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 06 March @ 08:04:38 |
Anonymous writes: "Feb. 23, 2007
FREDERICTON (CNB) - Natural Resources Minister Donald Arseneault recognized Richard Pitre as New Brunswick's 2006 Shikar-Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year, in a brief ceremony today at the New Brunswick Legislature."
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Conservation Officer Breaks Up Major Poaching Ring in Michigan
Posted by admin on: Monday 05 March @ 08:36:46 |
Anonymous writes: "Six suspects recently were charged with illegally taking deer and shining after a two and one-half month investigation by a Department of Natural Resources conservation officer into a poaching ring operating in St. Clair County in late 2006. The poachers may have illegally killed as many as 60 white-tailed deer in an area ranging from Port Huron to Capac."
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Death of Quebec wildlife protection officer Richard Cayouette
Posted by admin on: Monday 05 March @ 07:11:30 |
The Quebec Wildlife Protection Services crosses a difficult moment. They just have learned of the death of officer Richard Cayouette while on duty. The death of officer Richard Cayouette occurred on March 1st, 2007 as he finished a snowmobile patrol near Chapais, in Northen Quebec. He was then struck by another snowmobile. Officer Cayouette was transported by helicopter, and was pronunced dead at the hospital.
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Vervont, Deer poachers arrested.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 20 February @ 23:12:20 |
Barton Men Arrested For Attempting to Take Deer by Illegal Means
During the middle of November 2006, Warden Kim Klein responded to a nighttime shots fired complaint in the Barton area that resulted in the apprehension of a man whose driver’s license was criminally suspended. Kim attempted to give the motor vehicle case to a local police officer as he had more than enough fish and game work to do.
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Vermont, Man Runs Over Decoy in Danville
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 20 February @ 23:10:51 |
During November of 2006, Warden Dennis Amsden and two of his deputies placed a deer decoy in a field in Danville where he had numerous complaints of nighttime deer hunting activity. At about 10 pm Dennis noticed a vehicle slowly driving down the road and abruptly stopped after appearing to have seen the decoy. The vehicle then turned sideways in the road and illuminated the decoy before speeding up, driving into the field, and colliding with the decoy.
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Vervont, Man Arrested For Killing a Bear over Bait
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 20 February @ 23:10:00 |
Toward the end of August, Warden Kelly Price received a tip that a local man was planning on shooting a bear over a bait pile consisting of pastries and apples. Kelly had received information in the past that this man shoots several bear over bait piles every year. It is illegal to take bear in a baited area in Vermont.
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Vermont, Wal-Mart Receipts Result In Arrests
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 20 February @ 23:09:05 |
During December 2006, Warden Keith Gallant received a complaint of a fresh deer parts along the roadside in the greater Bethel area of Vermont. As deer season had ended nearly two weeks before, Keith responded immediately with the help of Warden Chris Conner. At the scene, Keith found the deer parts as described, some of these deer parts being in Wal-Mart bags. A search of the surrounding area turned up two receipts from a Wal-Mart located nearby in New Hampshire.
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THREE PLEAD GUILTY TO POACHING DEER IN TWO COUNTIES
Posted by admin on: Friday 16 February @ 15:54:20 |
In a case that Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officers (WCOs) said proves "there is no honor among poachers," multiple charges were filed against four residents from northwestern Pennsylvania for unlawful use of lights while hunting, unlawful possession of a loaded firearm in a vehicle and unlawful possession of a deer that was killed by another group of unidentified poachers. The charges were the result of several years worth of information provided by concerned citizens.
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OHIO RESIDENTS PLEAD GUILTY IN CLEARFIELD COUNTY DEER CASE
Posted by admin on: Friday 16 February @ 15:53:39 |
What started out as an investigation about illegally dumped deer carcasses resulted in six Ohio residents pleading guilty to numerous charges filed by Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Dave Stewart for illegally killing five deer in Clearfield County.
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ILLEGAL KILLING OF BEAR AND DEER CASE RESULTS IN OTHER CHARGES
Posted by admin on: Friday 16 February @ 15:52:56 |
HARRISBURG - A Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer filed multiple charges against David N. Hartzell Jr., 28, of Centre Township, Perry County, for his involvement in the illegal killing of a black bear and two deer. All charges were filed with District Justice Donald F. Howell in Newport on Feb. 14.
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Brent Cole Update
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 13 February @ 08:18:08 |
Our fund-raising is going great. So far we have over $22,000.00 in the account here in Gander. We are continuing with our efforts and are not stopping til Brent says so. We have several more events planned in the near future which include two more dinner, dance and auctions to be held in St.John's and Corner Brook. We have a couple of hockey games and tournaments coming up where the proceeds from the door are going to Brent and his family. Bill Peters was also gracious enough to send us five limited edition prints, one of which we already have on tickets. The others will be placed on auction or tickets in the days and weeks ahead. We are also thinking about purchasing an older model car late 60's earlier 70's and having it restored and placed on tickets as well. All of the car dealerships here in Gander, a local trades college, plus a electronic store have agreed to do all the body, engine, upholstery, etc. The electronic store said they'll put in the kick %@!#%& stereo system and a auto start kit. All we need to do now is find a suitable
candidate for an "overhaulin". We think we could raise about $90,000.00 from this one event alone.
Brent and Mary have picked out a spot for their home, and I am pleased that it is on the same sub-division as I am. The house plans are being drafted and it looks like we have a contractor. Many businesses are
also donating concrete, landscaping, plumbing, etc for either free or at cost price which will be a huge savings. So as you can see we are full steam ahead here.
With regards to your email to Brent don't get discouraged. Continue to send them along anyway. I know for the longest time his computer was down as it had contracted a virus. Also right now the Miller centre is
under quarantine as there is a nasty Norwalk flu virus going around. Visitation is restricted and there is no one there to type his responses for him. Brent loves to hear from caring officers such as yourself so
don't stop dropping him a line every now and then. Having said all that I'll mention it to him when I either see him or talk to him again that you are thinking of him and would love to hear from him.
Thanks again Marion for your concern and compassion. It is comforting to know that Brent has so many people out there rooting for him. If you wish to pass along any of this information to the others for me it would be greatly appreciated.
If you wish to give me a call sometime don't hesitate. Take Care of Yourself.
Barry
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Virginia Recruiting Game Wardens
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 February @ 23:08:15 |
Anonymous writes: "Notification of Game Warden Recruitment
(Law Enforcement Officer II)
Geographic Areas Duty Stations*
Smith Mountain Lake: Counties of Franklin (2), Roanoke, and Patrick
Lake Anna: County of Louisa
Shenandoah Valley: Counties of Alleghany, Highland, Madison, and Rockingham
Tidewater: City of Virginia Beach, Counties of Accomack or Northampton, and James City
Northern Neck: Counties of Essex and Westmoreland
Richmond Metro: Counties of Chesterfield (2) and Henrico (2)
Central Virginia: County of King William
Northern Virginia: Counties of Fauquier (2) and Stafford
South East Virginia: County of Sussex
* Applicants will specify their preferred duty station locations when they apply for a Game Warden position.
Expected Hiring Range:
$30,146** - $40,095
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NJ Conservation Officers
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 February @ 19:40:16 |
Anonymous writes: "http://www.nj.gov/dep/newsrel/2007/07_0007.htm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 9, 2007
Contact: Darlene Yuhas (609) 984-1795
Elaine Makatura (609) 292-2994
DEP CONSERVATION OFFICERS CHARGE NEW JERSEY MAN
WITH SELLING WILDLIFE PARTS
(07/07) TRENTON - Undercover wildlife-conservation lawmen bagged an Atlantic County man on charges of peddling more than 200 white-tailed deer antlers including several trophy-class sets, Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Lisa P. Jackson announced today.
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Police Unity Tour
Posted by admin on: Saturday 10 February @ 09:59:24 |
CAPTKonrad writes: "I'm Jim Konrad, a Conservation Officer from Minnesota. I'm riding the annual Police Unity Tour bike ride again this year.
We ride 250 miles from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC to honor Law Enforcement Officers that have lost their lives in the line of duty. We raise money for the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum.
I am still the only Game Warden who does the ride.
This year, I am also riding an extra 750 miles from FLETC in Georgia to Virginia Beach prior to the official ride for a total of 1,000 miles.
If you would like to contribute to the cause, you can mail a tax deductible contribution to:
Police Unity Tour -- Team Minnesota
16330 22nd Ave. N
Plymouth, MN 55447
You can learn more about the Police Unity Tour at http://www.policeunitytour.org
I appreciate your support."
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Pensacola Man banned from hunting for life.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 January @ 18:43:48 |
An 18-year-old Pensacola man now knows citizens of his area and the local courts have little tolerance for repeated wildlife crimes.
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Ohio - Hunting the Poachers
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 January @ 18:42:49 |
The snow that covered the dead deer didn’t hide the jagged marks where the animal’s prized rack had been ripped from its skull.
And the dusting certainly wasn’t enough to conceal a second carcass, this one a grotesque display of a deer with its head hacked off by a saw.
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Cops smash 'barbaric' ring of poachers
Posted by admin on: Monday 29 January @ 17:55:07 |
By Winnipeg Sun FREDERICTON -- About 50 people from New Brunswick and Quebec could face more than 250 charges in an alleged moose and deer poaching ring, including allegations of "barbaric" methods of killing their prey.
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PASTOR SENTENCED TO ONE YEAR IN PRISON FOR ROLE IN SCHEME TO POACH AND SMUGGLE L
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 24 January @ 17:09:42 |
ricramer writes: "Thousands of Juvenile Leopard Sharks Poached from San Francisco Bay
OAKLAND – United States Attorney Kevin V. Ryan announced that Kevin Thompson, 48, of San Leandro, California, was sentenced yesterday afternoon to one year and one day in prison and ordered to pay $100,000 restitution for his role in catching thousands of undersized juvenile leopard sharks out of the San Francisco Bay and selling them to aquarium dealers in the U.S., the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands.
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NEW YORK COD FISHERMEN CHARGED WITH EXCEEDING CATCH LIMITS
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 17 January @ 17:51:27 |
ricramer writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will pursue civil penalties and a fishing permit suspension in a case against an Oceanside fisherman who enforcement agents say violated the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
The owner and captain of the New York-based fishing vessel, Miss Anna is charged with five counts of violating fisheries regulations in March 2004 for exceeding the Atlantic cod catch limit.
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SEAFOOD IMPORTER AND ASSOCIATED CORPORATIONS RECEIVE IMPRISONMENT AND FINES
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 09 January @ 09:05:13 |
ricramer writes: "The U.S. District Court in Panama City, Fla., has sentenced Danny Nguyen to federal prison, and has issued criminal fines to Panhandle Seafood, Inc. (PSI), and Panhandle Trading, Inc. (PTI), for a multi-year scheme that involved smuggling and distributing mislabeled catfish into the U.S. and Canada from Vietnam."
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Wildlife officials hold poaching kingpin' in jail
Posted by admin on: Sunday 07 January @ 08:59:57 |
Deer hunter Douglas Andrews of Toledo, described by state wildlife officials as Ohio's "poaching kingpin," is spending the holidays in Carroll County Jail, charged with 13 counts of illegal hunting.
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Arizona cracks down on two wildlife violators
Posted by admin on: Sunday 07 January @ 08:57:03 |
An Arizona couple was convicted on charges of poaching, including the illegal shooting of a trophy-class elk and mule deer, in addition to charges of fraudulently obtaining a hunting and fishing license.
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Top court says B.C. aboriginals can hunt at night
Posted by admin on: Sunday 07 January @ 08:53:33 |
OTTAWA (CP) - A sharply divided Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the treaty right of a B.C. native band to hunt deer at night, saying the practice isn't necessarily dangerous.
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Boating Officers Risk Lives to Save Lives,
Posted by admin on: Saturday 30 December @ 07:58:38 |
Rccently, six officers with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency were honored for risking their lives to save lives and property.
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FISHERMEN CHARGED WITH VIOLATING FISHERY REGULATIONS
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 26 December @ 23:16:33 |
ricramer writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will pursue civil penalties and fishing permit suspensions in a case against North Carolina men who enforcement agents say violated fishery regulations off the southern New Jersey coast in August 2005.
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Top court says B.C. aboriginals can hunt at night.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 21 December @ 20:23:51 |
OTTAWA (CP) - A sharply divided Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the treaty right of a B.C. native band to hunt deer at night, saying the practice isn't necessarily dangerous.
The 4-3 ruling Thursday could spark similar treaty claims by bands elsewhere in Canada, although they may have to resolve any resulting disputes on a case-by-case basis.
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COPS Grants $29,205 in Scholarships for Spring Semester
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 20 December @ 08:35:24 |
Camdenton, MO, December 14, 2006 - Twenty-three scholarship applications totaling $29,205 were recently awarded by Concerns of Police Survivors for the Winter/Spring 2006-07 Semester. Since COPS began the Scholarship Program in 1994, COPS has helped 226 survivors in 44 states and territories with $751,690 total in educational assistance. This year alone, COPS has awarded $84,888 in scholarships to surviving spouses and children of America's fallen law enforcement officers.
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Montreal Moose Poachers
Posted by admin on: Monday 18 December @ 17:35:43 |
MONTREAL - The moose were stalked by helicopter and run ragged until they were dazed by noise and wind.
Then the beasts were picked off by millionaire gunmen as easily as plastic ducks lined up at a carnival booth.
Even in the pitiless world of game poaching, where deer are fatally frozen in headlights or shot for fun from pickup-truck windows, this example of poaching was as brazen as it was brutal, officials say.
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Show Low, AZ. couple assessed $16,000 for poaching trophy elk and deer.
Posted by admin on: Monday 18 December @ 17:29:47 |
New law on the books allows Game and Fish Commission to employ stiffer penalties
PHOENIX – A Show Low couple convicted of multiple violations relating to the poaching of a trophy-class elk and a mule deer became the first violators to feel the effects of a new law on the books allowing the Arizona Game and Fish Commission to employ tougher penalties, especially for repeat or gross offenders.
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VENANGO COUNTIAN PLEADS GUILTY TO SHOOTING BEAR IN RESIDENTIAL AREA
Posted by admin on: Monday 18 December @ 17:23:49 |
FRANKLIN - On Nov. 21, the second day of Pennsylvania's bear season, a call from a concerned citizen sent Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Clint Deniker to the intersection of 15th Street and Tingley Avenue in the Franklin Heights area of Franklin, Venango County. The caller told a dispatcher at the agency's Northwest Region Office that an individual was shooting at a black bear in a residential area.
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Update on CO Cole
Posted by admin on: Thursday 14 December @ 08:51:25 |
Anonymous writes: "Hello Fellow Officers
Its been a month since the last update and I thought you would all be wondering how Brent is doing. I was speaking with him last night and he was his usual upbeat self. He is doing very well and has regained feeling in his abdomen area and now has sensation along the backs of both legs and in his back. He is still unable to deliberately move muscles himself but doctors are encouraged with his progress. He is still on schedule to be home in March or April and we are all looking forward to having back in these parts.
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Witness saw police chief shoot at a deer from his car
Posted by admin on: Thursday 14 December @ 08:50:24 |
ricramer writes: "LAURELTON — A state wildlife control officer said he issues numerous citations to hunters who shoot at game from their vehicles, although citing a police officer for doing so is rare.
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FIVE NONRESIDENT POACHERS APPREHENDED IN CRAWFORD COUNTY PA
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 December @ 08:16:49 |
ricramer writes: "FRANKLIN - On Nov. 30, an anonymous tip from a concerned citizen led Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Mario Piccirilli to a farm along Turkey Track Road in Conneautville, Crawford County. The information WCO Piccirilli received indicated that five non-resident hunters were illegally shooting deer. "
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American Hunters & Shooters Association
Posted by admin on: Thursday 30 November @ 10:38:27 |
American Hunters & Shooters Association gunning to be new National Rifle Association
By Lew Freedman - Chicago Tribune
Monday, November 27, 2006
The membership of the National Rifle Association is 4 million, and it is rare to hear a hunter or competitive shooter make strong statements against the organization.
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Wildlife Instructor.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 30 November @ 10:36:43 |
Cheryl Mollohan and I are teaching wildlife at a small two-year college
in southeast Ohio in Nelsonville Ohio called Hocking College. We
currently have approximately 250 students in the program. Since last
summer we have been looking, with no success, for a new wildlife
instructor to fill a vacancy. Because we feel our strength is having
instructors with real-world experience rather than a Ph.D. we would like
to hire someone with a Masters and experience, but would be willing to
accept an individual with a Bachelors and experience who is willing to
complete a Masters while teaching. This person would help us teach all
of our wildlife courses including Wildlife Management, Wildlife
Techniques, Wildlife Law and Policy, Wildlife Ecology and Issues, and
Wildlife Identification and Natural History. The person would also have
summers off, plus almost a month off over Christmas, and a week off
during spring break. Salary is based on the persons education and
teaching experience so can range from $35,000 to upwards of $50,000 for
approximately eight months work. You can become vested in the
retirement program after five years but unfortunately not in the health
care program until 15 years.
Could you let our Arizona retirees know about this job, and tell them if
they know of anyone with experience that might be interested to apply.
An application can be downloaded from our website at http://www.hocking.edu.
If anyone has any questions have them email me at lecount_a@hocking.edu.
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DEER POACHERS BUSTED NEAR MEEKER COLORADO
Posted by admin on: Thursday 30 November @ 09:31:50 |
Six New Yorkers and their friend from Massachusetts have learned that Colorado takes poaching seriously. The group spent a night in jail and paid a total of $42,000 for their illegal hunting activities in northwest Colorado. The men were nabbed by officers with the Colorado Division of Wildlife (DOW) after landowners in the Meeker area reported suspicious activity involving a black Hummer with out of state plates.
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ALASKA FISHERMEN TO PAY $254,500 PENALTY
Posted by admin on: Thursday 16 November @ 19:47:08 |
ricramer writes: "NOAA Fisheries Service has assessed a $254,500 civil penalty and permit sanctions against the owner, manager and three captains of the FV Alaska Juris, a catcher/processor fishing boat operating in Alaskan waters.
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NOAA PENALIZES PANAMA CITY FISHERMAN FOR SHARK FINNING,
Posted by admin on: Thursday 16 November @ 19:46:53 |
ricramer writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a $68,000 civil penalty and a 100-day permit sanction to the owner and operator of the fishing vessel Sea Angel for multiple violations of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.
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Update on CO Brent Cole
Posted by admin on: Friday 10 November @ 20:39:20 |
Anonymous writes: "Hi Everyone,
I was in to see Brent this past Wednesday evening, the 8th, and was glad to see him in such a great mood after having a rough time the week before. He was very chatty and you could sense the determination in his voice. He is still not well enough for visitors or taking phone calls but I'm confident that'll soon come in time. Brent is now doing physiotherapy everyday along with occupational therapy which he looks forward to as he continues to strengthen his arms and slowly regain some fine motor skills. His lung capacity is now 100% which doctors are very pleased with. In two weeks they'll do more x-rays on the repairs to his neck and spine and if things look good he can begin weight training. He is still not able to deliberately move anything from his chest down however he continues to have tingling sensations and involuntary muscle spasms which are good signs. He'll remain in the Miller Centre for another 4-6 months, where he'll then be allowed to return home and continue his therapy in Gander.
Brent showed me all the cards and letters he has received from officers across North America, it was quite impressive. Your words of encouragement are without question helping him in his recovery. He wished again that I pass along a big thank you, and I would like to do the same. Thank you all so much for your continued caring and support.
Sincerely
Barry White
Conservation Enforcement Officer
Gander, NL."
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BRADFORD COUNTY DEER POACHING CHARGES FILED
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 08 November @ 18:12:41 |
ricramer writes: "DALLAS - With the assistance of local police from two municipalities, Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Joe Wenzel, of Bradford County, recently filed multiple charges against three individuals for poaching at least 11 deer from earlier this year. All charges stem for an incident that occurred in the evening of June 27.
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CITIZENS HELP END FULTON COUNTY TROPHY-DEER KILLING SPREE
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 08 November @ 18:12:08 |
ricramer writes: "HUNTINGDON -- "One of the finest cases of citizen involvement I've seen in a long time," is the way Pennsylvania Game Commission Southcentral Region Director Don Parr described a recent Fulton County case in which Commonwealth Wildlife Conservation Officers (WCOs) filed 37 counts on men from West Virginia and Maryland involved in shooting trophy white-tailed deer and removing their antlers or heads.
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FORMER NOAA FISHERY OBSERVER SENTENCED TO FIVE YEARS PROBATION; ORDERED TO PAY R
Posted by admin on: Thursday 26 October @ 09:58:42 |
ricramer writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced this week that former NOAA observer, John Depersenaire, was sentenced to five years probation and ordered to pay restitution of $29,541. This sentencing followed a plea deal that was signed last month in Trenton, NJ.
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NOAA ENFORCEMENT AGENTS ARREST SEAFOOD DEALER FOR LACEY ACT VIOLATIONS AND FORGI
Posted by admin on: Thursday 26 October @ 09:57:58 |
ricramer writes: "On September 26, 2006, NOAA Enforcement agents arrested Harold Holmen in Seattle, Wa., following a federal indictment. Holmen was charged with shipping salmon illegally to the Republic of Georgia and Israel, and forging government export documents.
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YORK COUNTY AND MARYLAND RESIDENTS PLEAD GUILTY
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 24 October @ 10:44:15 |
ricramer writes: "READING - Pennsylvania Game Commission officials announced that a York County resident and two residents of Maryland pled guilty to a variety of criminal wildlife charges that occurred on and prior to Nov. 19.
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PLAINS MAN CHARGED WITH POACHING
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 24 October @ 10:43:18 |
ricramer writes: "DALLAS - Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Peter Sussenbach, of Monroe County, recently filed charges against a Luzerne County man for his alleged involvement in the unlawful killing of a white-tailed deer. Michael Ostopik, 29, of Plains, was charged with one count each of unlawful taking or possession of a white-tailed deer and using bait as an enticement to attract wildlife. If found guilty of both counts, Ostopik faces up to $1,100 in fines and the loss of his hunting and trapping privileges for several years.
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Road to Recovery
Posted by admin on: Saturday 21 October @ 18:12:40 |
Anonymous writes: "Hi Everyone,
Just a quick update on Conservation Enforcement Officer Brent Cole. I was speaking with Brents brother yesterday and he informed me that Brent is in much better spirits over the past day or so. Brent can feel some sensation along his legs particularly along the backs of his knees, which is great news. He is still waiting on a bed to become available at the rehab center and hopes to be there over the next few days.
All those prayers and caring are going along way, keep em' comin'!
Thanks So Much
Barry White
Conservation Enforcement Officer
Gander, NL."
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CWD
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 October @ 10:01:48 |
DEER MAY SPREAD CHRONIC WASTING
DISEASE (CWD) THROUGH THEIR SALIVA
October 11, CIDRAP News — Researchers in Colorado tested four sets of six-month old hand-raised deer, exposing them to saliva, feces and urine, blood, or brain from wild or captive deer with CWD. A fifth set was inoculated with each of those materials from wild deer without CWD.
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Update on CO Brent Cole
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 18 October @ 09:29:23 |
Anonymous writes: "I was in to see Brent on Monday afternoon, the 16th, and spent three hours with him. To be honest he is still in pretty bad shape. I was quite taken back and it was hard to see him just lying there. He still has no fine motor skill in his arms and fingers although he can move them somewhat. He still has to be fed, has trouble talking and gets tired very easily. Over the weekend he thought he could feel some sensation in his foot, so that gave everyone some hope. There has been a little bit of improvement in his breathing therefore they are looking at moving him to a rehab center sometime after Thursday when a bed become available. There he'll begin the real road to recovery as he'll undergo a more proactive physiotherapy program. He was in alot of pain yesterday and feeling down but I guess that is to be expected. The doctors are saying that he is looking at 18-24 months before recovery, but are not saying what exactly recovery means.
Brent is overwhelmed by the amount of support and the best wishes from officers all across North America. I carried in about forty-five emails to him, which he insisted I read to him. He asked me to pass along his thanks to everyone.
I'll be heading back in to see on the 30 of October so keep those well wishes coming.
Sincerely
Barry White
Conservation Enforcement Officer
Gander, NL."
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Update on CO Brent Cole
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 11 October @ 10:03:16 |
Anonymous writes: "Just wanted to update everyone on Brent's condition. He is now awake and in good spirits. He can move his arms and fingers somwhat, but still nothing yet from his chest down but we pray that'll come in time as the swelling goes down. He is still in ICU but has been taken off the respirator and had his fed tube removed. He is talking and according to his wife, flirting with the nurses. He'll remain in ICU until the doctors are confident in his own breathing and then he'll be moved to the Critical Care Unit.
I have an address available for anyone wishing to send along a card. It's Brent's brothers address...
Brad Cole
25 Mainsail Drive
Conception Bay South
Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada
A1W 2G2
Thanks to those who have replied thus far, the messages are being delivered to Brent today.
Regards
Barry White
Conservation Enforcement Officer
Gander, NL."
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Conservation Officer Barry White
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 10 October @ 14:54:47 |
Anonymous writes: "Hi Everyone,
Just wanted to let everybody know about an incident that occurred this past Sunday evening. My partner in crime fighting Officer Brent Cole of Gander Newfoundland and Labrador was involved in a moose vehicle collision just minutes from his residence. He was off duty at the time and driving his Chev Impala. He struck a 14 point bull moose on the Trans Canada Highway. Brent had to be extracted from his car by the fire department, and was then taken to James Paton Memorial in Gander. After a CT scan and X-rays it was determined that Brent had several vertebrae in his neck and back broken and fractured. Brent was conscious and could move his arms however had no feeling from his chest down. He was then airlifted to the Health Sciences Center in St. John's, where yesterday, Monday, he underwent surgery to have several vertebrae in his neck fused together, and a rod placed along his spine. Doctors were pleased with how the surgery went and Brent is now sedated for 48 hours to give him time to rest. After that he'll be awaken to hopefully see that he has regained sensation in his torso and lower limbs.
Alot of you know Brent from his time served on the board of directors and his active involvement with the conference here in 2003. Anyone wishing to pass along messages can email them to me an I'll make sure that Brent hears them when he wakes. My email address is barrywhite@gov.nl.ca I can also be contacted at home (709)256-5831
Thanks
Barry White
Conservation Enforcement Officer
Gander, NL."
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Another Successful Conclusion to the Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program
Posted by admin on: Friday 06 October @ 17:36:16 |
Anonymous writes: "Justice
October 5, 2006
Another Successful Conclusion to the Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program
The 2006 Inland Fish Enforcement Program (IFEP) field operations concluded last week and conservation officers seconded to the Department of Justice have now returned to their normal duties with the Department of Natural Resources. Minister of Justice and Attorney General, the Honourable Tom Marshall, said the program was a success in its first season under the direction of the Department of Justice. "This program worked tremendously well under the management of the provincial Department of Justice and once again, made significant progress in targeting poaching and protecting the overall health of our salmon and trout populations."
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CHARGES PENDING AGAINST FAWN GROVE AND MARYLAND RESIDENTS
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 03 October @ 13:52:15 |
ricramer writes: "READING - Pennsylvania Game Commission officials announced that a variety of criminal wildlife charges are pending against one Fawn Grove area resident and two residents of Maryland for violations that occurred on and prior to Nov. 19.
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END-OF-SUMMER DEER POACHERS NABBED NEAR MARYLAND BORDER
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 20 September @ 14:50:57 |
ricramer writes: "HUNTINGDON -- For three Maryland adults and a Pennsylvania juvenile apprehended over the past weekend by Pennsylvania Game Commission officers, the temptation to skirt the laws to get their deer early has resulted in fines that may total more than $4,000.
According to Fulton County District Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) Kevin Mountz, he and Deputy WCOs Robert Strait, Anthony Carbaugh and Ashley Ramsey were acting upon several citizens' complaints of finding deer carcasses with the heads removed. The four were apprehended while Game Commission officers were conducting surveillance in Thompson Township.
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Game wardens nab two suspects
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 19 September @ 16:43:55 |
Game wardens nab two suspects with guns in 'trophy deer' area. By Barbara Barte Osborn - Bee Correspondent
Last Updated 9:04 am PDT Wednesday, September 13, 2006
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Council Grove poacher who stabbed landowner gets 8-year sentence.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 07 September @ 12:07:18 |
Associated Press
MANHATTAN, Kan. - A Council Grove poacher was sentenced to nearly seven years and 11 months in prison for stabbing a farmer who discovered the man's illegal hunting party on his land.
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NOAA ENTERS INTO SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FISHERMEN CHARGED
Posted by admin on: Thursday 31 August @ 17:25:02 |
Anonymous writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration entered into a settlement agreement on July 27 with the owners/operators of the fishing vessels Capt. Charlie, Two Brothers, and Irene B III, who were assessed civil penalties and sanctions for violations while scalloping off the coast of Cape May, N.J., in October and November of 2004.
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PALATKA FLORIDA MAN ARRESTED FOR KILLING BEAR
Posted by admin on: Monday 28 August @ 12:36:44 |
After a six-week investigation, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officers arrested a Palatka man today for killing a Florida black bear.
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Katrina Wardens on the Outdoor Channel
Posted by admin on: Monday 28 August @ 12:32:44 |
Last year, Hurricane Katrina left the U.S. in shock and the stories and statistics have literally filled the media since. Far too little has been said about the heroic contributions made in the critical days and weeks following this disaster by the incredible efforts of the men and women who wear fish and game uniforms.
On 8/30/06 at 4:00 PM and 9/2/06 at 10:00 PM (both Eastern times) The Outdoor Channel’s "Fish and Wildlife Journal" will air a special that documents the contributions of the agencies and the agency personnel who helped get the gulf coast states through the very worst of the disaster and back on the road to recovering and healing from the devastation.
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Wyoming Game Warden Exam
Posted by admin on: Friday 18 August @ 21:42:45 |
Anonymous writes: "The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is offering the game warden exam at several locations during October 2006. Deadline for applying and registering for the exam is Sept. 8, 2006. Details are available at http://gf.state.wy.us/downloads/pdf/websitegf.pdf "
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NEW YORK FISHERMAN PENALIZED FOR LANDING EXCESSIVE
Posted by admin on: Friday 18 August @ 21:42:34 |
ricramer writes: " NOAA’s Office of General Counsel for Enforcement and Litigation has issued a $30,000 civil penalty to James Hahn, the owner and operator of the fishing vessel, Relax for violations of the Atlantic Tuna Convention Act.
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BUCKS COUNTIANS FOUND GUILTY OF ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF MONKEYS
Posted by admin on: Friday 18 August @ 21:42:11 |
ricramer writes: "READING - Three Bristol Township, Bucks County, residents were found guilty of unlawful possession, obtaining wildlife without the proper permits and importation violations of wildlife. District Magistrate Robert Wagner of Levittown, heard arguments from Pennsylvania Game Commission officials charging Charlene Leonard and Kimberly Leonard of Levittown, and Edward Barbee of Croydon, with possessing two monkeys without obtaining permits to import and possess the monkeys.
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Shooting fake moose nets fines
Posted by admin on: Thursday 10 August @ 20:05:08 |
Pair also banned from hunting for trying to kill decoy animal
By JIM MacDONALD
Acting on a hunter's instinct has cost a father and
son who shot a decoy moose more than $16,000.
Francis Langille, 52, of Liscomb and his son Trevor,
24, of Halifax were each penalized $8,100 in Antigonish provincial court Thursday after pleading guilty to charges of trying to kill a mainland moose, an endangered species with only about 1,000 living in Nova Scotia.
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MASSACHUSETTS FISHERMAN CITED FOR FISHING IN CLOSED AREA I NEAR GEORGES BANK AND
Posted by admin on: Monday 07 August @ 18:25:05 |
ricramer writes: " The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a $75,000 civil penalty to Terra Nova Fisheries, Inc. and Peter J. Cabral of Wellfleet, Mass., the owner and operator of the fishing vessel Terra Nova, for allegedly fishing in a restricted area and failing to file vessel trip reports on multiple occasions.
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NOAA FINES FLORIDA FISHERMEN $22,500 FOR ILLEGAL CATCH
Posted by admin on: Monday 07 August @ 18:24:46 |
ricramer writes: "The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of General Counsel has issued a $22,500 civil penalty and a 75-day permit sanction to the captain of the St. Petersburg-based fishing vessel Angler Management for multiple federal fishing offenses.
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NOAA SETTLES SHARK CASE WITH NEW YORK FISH DEALER FOR $750,000
Posted by admin on: Friday 04 August @ 17:45:02 |
ricramer writes: " The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of General Counsel has settled a multiple-violation shark case with the owner of Brooklyn-based Agger Fish Corporation. The fish dealer admitted to purchasing shark meat and fins without a federal permit, failing to report the vast majority of those purchases to federal authorities, and possessing fins from seven shark species that are prohibited from harvest under federal law, including basking and white sharks.
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NEW CLASS BEGINS WATERWAYS CONSERVATION OFFICER TRAINING
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 July @ 18:18:00 |
ricramer writes: "The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has launched its 18th Class of Waterways Conservation Officer (WCO) trainees.
Before the 10 cadets are assigned the duties of WCOs, they must first complete an extensive 52-week specialized training program beginning with approximately 20 weeks of instruction in law enforcement principles and practices that meet the standards of the Municipal Police Training Act. An additional 32-week training period follows with 20 weeks of classroom instruction by the Commission at the H. R. Stackhouse School of Fisheries Conservation and Watercraft Safety and 12 weeks of supervised field training.
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NOAA PENALIZES TEXAS FISHING VESSEL FOR ILLEGAL RED SNAPPER
Posted by admin on: Monday 31 July @ 18:17:38 |
ricramer writes: " The owner and operator of a federally permitted commercial fishing vessel Kaitlyn Mai has received a $95,000 civil monetary penalty and 180-day permit sanction from the NOAA Office of General Counsel for Enforcement and Litigation for multiple federal fishing violations.
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Innaugural Pennsylvania Warden Field Day
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 25 July @ 21:35:08 |
ricramer writes: "SAVE THE DATE – PLAN TO ATTEND !!!
COPA FIELD DAY EVENT – September 12-13-14, 2006
WHO – An officer-only event for conservation officers!! This includes all officers in Pennsylvania and any who wish to attend from other states or provinces. Much as the tradition has developed in the New England States and Eastern Canada, this is an open invitation event and we hope to see friends from anywhere. Plan to bring a carload!!
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REWARD OFFERED IN MCLENNAN CO. TEXAS ELK DUMPING CASE
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 18 July @ 11:25:37 |
AUSTIN, Texas -- Texas Game Wardens were asked by the McLennan County Sheriff’s Office July 11, 2006, to assist in the investigation of the illegal dumping of nine elk carcasses in a field just off County Road 2311 near Tours in the northeast portion of the county.
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UNAUTHORIZED LAND DEVELOPMENT MAY HARM ENDANGERED SPEICES
Posted by admin on: Friday 14 July @ 14:00:53 |
ricramer writes: "NOAA Fisheries Service’s Office for Law Enforcement reminds home builders and land developers to contact the proper government agencies before initiating development and potentially disrupting fragile ecosystems. With increased development in the Northern and Central Valley regions of California, rivers and streams risk contamination from deposits of non-soluble soil and building supplies.
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State inaction leaves conservation officers swamped
Posted by admin on: Friday 14 July @ 11:09:59 |
ricramer writes: "Lots of employees complain about their working conditions, but Wildlife Conservation Officer Mark Rutkowski has a legitimate beef.
Even under ideal circumstances, Rutkowski's job isn't easy. His district in southern Lackawanna County includes 267 square miles. As the only full-time officer in that territory, there's more than enough work to go around.
These days, however, Rutkowski's situation is anything but ideal. In fact, his workload has essentially tripled while his pay remains the same.
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NOAA PENALIZES FISHERMAN FOR FISHING WITHOUT REQUIRED OBSERVER
Posted by admin on: Monday 10 July @ 19:40:31 |
ricramer writes: " The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of General Counsel for Enforcement and Litigation recently issued an $82,500 civil penalty and 136-day permit sanction to Robert Eleniefsky, operator of the fishing vessel Four Kids, after he allegedly ignored instructions to fish with a NOAA Fisheries Service Observer aboard during an upcoming trip.
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4th REGIONAL FIELD DAY - MAINE
Posted by admin on: Saturday 01 July @ 11:38:29 |
ricramer writes: "4th REGIONAL FIELD DAY
AUGUST 24-AUGUST 26, 2006
At
Bog Brook Military Training Facility
Route 2 in Gilead, Maine
***This is an open invitation to all active and retired Conservation Law Enforcement Officers***
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NOAA PENALIZES NEW JERSEY FISHERMEN FOR ALLEGEDLY STEALING LOBSTERS AND GEAR
Posted by admin on: Saturday 01 July @ 11:37:48 |
ricramer writes: " The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of General Counsel for Enforcement and Litigation recently issued a $160,000 civil penalty and 180-day permit sanction to John Van Salisbury of Brick Township, N.J., owner and operator of the fishing vessel Major Expense.
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Print for Game Warden's Museum Now Complete
Posted by admin on: Friday 30 June @ 15:26:09 |
Anonymous writes: "Internationally renowned artist Glen Scrimshaw has now completed his newest masterpiece. This new piece has been titled "Trap Line Patrol" it is available as a Ltd. Edition Reproduction and available for purchase or view at http://www.glenscrimshaw.com
A portion of all proceeds raised from the sale of these reproductions will be given to support the Game Warden's Museum"
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DUNKERLEY RECOGNIZED BY NWTF FOR OUTSTANDING WORK
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:52:49 |
HARRISBURG - Douglas Dunkerley, a Pennsylvania Game Commission Southwest Region Land Management Group Supervisor (LMGS), recently was presented with the National Wild Turkey Federation's Outstanding Land Manager of the Year Award.
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18 INDIVIDUALS ORDERED TO PAY MORE THAN $42,000 IN FINES
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:51:20 |
HUNTINGDON -- After weeks of testimony and evidence presentation, 18 defendants charged in a special investigation by the Pennsylvania Game Commission have been found guilty of nearly 90 charges, and sentenced to pay more than $42,000 in fines. All cases were heard before District Justice Richard Wilt.
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ARGENTINE COMPANY PLEADS GUILTY TO ILLEGAL DEALING IN CHILEAN SEABASS
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:49:42 |
BOSTON-Estremar S.A., an Argentine company formerly known as ASC South America S.A., today pleaded guilty to violating federal anti-fish and wildlife trafficking law by importing and attempting to sell Patagonian toothfish, often marketed by the trade name Chilean seabass, without the documentation required to show it was legally harvested. Specifically, Estremar admitted that in March 2002, it knowingly imported into the United States and attempted to sell over 30,000 pounds of Patagonian toothfish. The company admitted that it reasonably should have known that the toothfish had been harvested and transported in violation of federal law because the amount imported was in excess of the amount it could legally import with the documentation accompanying the shipment. After accepting the plea U.S. Magistrate Judge Robert B. Collings immediately sentenced Estremar to the terms of its plea agreement with the United States.
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Three Tennessee residents found guilty of poaching Mussels from the Muskingum Ri
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:41:03 |
Defendants fined a total of $8,000, forfeit truck
MARIETTA, OH – Three Tennessee men arrested in May for possessing 1,763 pounds of mussels from the Muskingum River were convicted yesterday of 15 charges related to the incident, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
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LAKE ERIE BOAT CAPTAIN CONVICTED IN COMMERCIAL FISHING CASE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:39:30 |
$12,100 in fines and restitution levied on offender
SANDUSKY, OH - The captain of a boat belonging to a Port Clinton commercial fishing company was fined $12,100 last week for his part in a racketeering ring that illegally netted thousands of pounds of yellow perch from Lake Erie, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.
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Pennsylvania Game Commission, Officer of the Year
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:38:13 |
HARRISBURG - Barry J. Seth, Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) in Armstrong County, recently was presented with the National Wild Turkey Federation Wildlife Conservation Officer of the Year Award.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY RESIDENT IS ALSO ORDERED TO SERVE NINE MONTHS IN JAIL.
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:36:41 |
BROOKVILLE PA- A Jefferson County man convicted last fall in the high-profile theft of a valuable deer from a Knox area couple was ordered Friday to serve a nine-month jail term, pay $300,000 in restitution to the victims and get out of the deer breeding industry.
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Game Officer Killed by Elephant Poachers
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:35:15 |
On April 17th, 2006 Mr. Emmanuel Muyengi, District Game Officer of Simanjiro District in northern Tanzania, was shot by poachers and died. Mr. Muyengi was leading a raid on elephant poachers in Simanjiro on April 16th. The poachers were reportedly in possession of two vehicles, elephant tusks and firearms and ammunition.
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A former Royal Marine is shooting to kill as poachers threaten the last of a spe
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:34:20 |
TWO years ago Conrad Thorpe was combing the mountains of Afghanistan for terrorists as an officer in the British special forces.
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Cuts endanger visitors, wildlife - US National Park Service
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:31:45 |
A survey conducted by a group of retired National Park Service employees concludes that strained budgets have rendered the national parks less safe for visitors and have left wildlife, historic and cultural resources less protected.
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Web sires, snares illicit wildlife trade
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:31:02 |
The first e-mail showed up unexpectedly in Tim Santel's inbox.
A Port St. Lucie man noticed he and Santel frequented some of the same wildlife-related Web sites and chat rooms, although they didn't know each other. So he reached out to Santel via e-mail: He had some cat skins for sale and was looking for a buyer.
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Wildlife Officer Succumbs to Poachers Attack
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:29:58 |
The wildlife officer for Simanjiro District in Manyara region Samweli Mwenji (35) who was recently shot by a gang of people believed to be poachers died last Tuesday evening at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center (KCMC) in Moshi.
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11 charged in eagle-parts trafficking case
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 June @ 20:29:22 |
VANCOUVER -- Eleven men, including three from Vancouver Island, one of whom makes ceremonial powwow crafts, have been charged in a high-profile wildlife-parts trafficking case triggered more than a year ago when 48 mutilated eagle carcasses were discovered in North Vancouver and Squamish.
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BEDFORD COUNTY PA. MAN PLEDS GUILTY TO KILLING GREAT BLUE HERONS
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 June @ 20:24:24 |
HARRISBURG -- Edward Sponsler, of Everett, recently pled guilty to five charges of unlawful taking and possession of protected birds (great blue herons) and one charge of using illegal shot while hunting turkeys for an incident on May 6. All charges were filed by Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Jonathan Zuck, of Bedford County, in Magisterial District Judge Kathy S. Calhoune's office in Everett.
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A buck tale of rack and maybe ruin.
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 31 May @ 14:42:26 |
The theft of Goliath, tagged the `million-dollar buck' because of his 68 points, breeds divisions among Pennsylvanians and deer farmers
By Sean D. Hamill
Special to the Tribune
Published May 28, 2006
REYNOLDSVILLE, Pa. -- This is a story about Goliath, the largest white-tailed buck ever recorded, and the man convicted last year of stealing him--a man who maintains his innocence.
The giant deer in question had an antler rack so big--68 points--that mere mention of his name a year and a half after he died still makes hunters swoon. His rack looked more like a moose's, and he had a body like an elk's.
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new website
Posted by admin on: Monday 15 May @ 10:01:50 |
Calamuscop writes: "A lot of Conservation Officers know that I create unique hand engraved items just for game wardens. I now have a website that will showcase these items and a lot more. I would invite you to view the site at http://www.Rickseward.net and take a look. You may contact me at the email listed on the site. I think you will enjoy what you see."
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Re: NW Indiana Area Wildlife Officers for Nonprofit
Posted by admin on: Friday 12 May @ 17:55:08 |
Anonymous writes: "Moraine Ridge Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Valparaiso, IN. is seeking 1-4 Wildlife Officers to become a part of our Board of Directors or choose to participate on our Advisory Board/Committees. This is a voluntary membership, no fees, and your volunteer hours can be recorded for grant purposes. We're continuing to expand and will open our rehab center doors soon, so we're hoping to bring on board some members of our community who value wildlife rehab as a whole. Email: kerrypnc99@aol.com "
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WCO Seth Shikar_Safari Officer of the Year
Posted by admin on: Thursday 11 May @ 18:32:48 |
HARRISBURG - Barry J. Seth, Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer (WCO) in Armstrong County, recently was presented with the Shikar-Safari International Wildlife Conservation Officer of the Year Award, which is sponsored by Cabela's.
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HARTLESS NAMED CONSERVATION OFFICER OF THE YEAR
Posted by admin on: Thursday 11 May @ 18:30:05 |
This past winter, Hartless participated in the agency's wild turkey trapping program as part of a multi-year study.
On Jan. 21, while on patrol and monitoring law enforcement radio communications, WCO Hartless received word that a fugitive accused of shooting five people in Maryland, was suspected of being in the Jefferson County vicinity. WCO Hartless proceeded to a bridge overlooking I-80, where he spotted the suspect's vehicle. After notifying State and local police, WCO Hartless stayed behind the vehicle until State and local police could take over.
On Feb. 14, Pennsylvania State Police Captain David W. Neal, Commanding Officer for Troop C, presented WCO Hartless with a "Letter of Commendation" for his assistance in this case.
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Do Not Miss Out Ltd. Edition Print By Glen Scrimshaw Support Game Wardens Muse
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 10 May @ 18:59:54 |
Anonymous writes: "The Maestro of Majestic Skies has begun work on a new piece of art of which a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each print will go to support The North American Game Wardens Museum. For more information please go to http://www.glenscrimshaw.com or call toll free 1-888-521-2226
Only 799 Ltd. Edition Prints available Do Not Miss Out !!!! Order your today."
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Saskatchewan Innovative Sentencing
Posted by admin on: Sunday 16 April @ 20:09:56 |
On March 28, 2006 Jeff Robson represented by Tim Turple of Merchant Law Group plead guilty to 3 offences under The Wildlife Act. The 3 charges were substituted for the original Informations under The Wildlife Act and Criminal Code, these were withdrawn on the plea of guilty. A draft copy of the Probation Order was provide to Judge White for his review and information.
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Thin Green Line Dwindling
Posted by admin on: Sunday 16 April @ 09:33:59 |
Sierra Sun
Thin Green Line Dwindling
California Department of Fish and Game loosing wardens
By Bruce Ajari
April 6, 2006
California Department of Fish and Game wardens, also referred to asthe "Thin Green Line," protect the state's 379,000 square miles ofbeautiful but fragile lands. Results for the latest applications ofpeople seeking to become Fish and Game wardens are very disheartening.
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California Wardens Game Warden Numbers Shrink
Posted by admin on: Sunday 16 April @ 09:30:57 |
SACRAMENTO An essential corps of California cops has dwindled by nearly half, to 1950s levels, in a crisis that is leaving gaps in everything from homeland security to protecting endangered species, state officials have acknowledged.
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GAME COMMISSION PROBE UNCOVERS DEER SLAUGHTERING SPREE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 13 April @ 21:17:41 |
HUNTINGDON - It's over. But the shock waves it has created in Perry County will reverberate through the county's rural communities for some time to come.
This hard-to-believe case of reckless wildlife destruction started when a few Juniata Township residents independently reported to the Pennsylvania Game Commission incidents of deer poaching in their areas. By completion of the ensuing lengthy investigation by agency Wildlife Conservation Officers, it was uncovered that shooting incidents had occurred in at least six Perry County townships: Juniata, Tuscarora, Greenwood, Howe, Liverpool and Buffalo.
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YORK COUNTY WOMAN FOUND GUILTY OF HARRASSING HUNTERS
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 12 April @ 08:13:52 |
READING - Pennsylvania Game Commission officials today announced that Nancy Lee Lauro, 50, of Hanover, York County, was found guilty of interfering with five lawful hunters during the 2005 regular rifle deer season. The hearing before Magisterial District Judge Gerald E. Shoemaker, in Dover, resulted in Lauro being ordered to pay a $500 fine. The York County District Attorney's Office represented the Game Commission in the hearing.
On Nov. 28, the first day of the 2005 regular rifle deer season, Lauro confronted five hunters, including two junior hunters, and knowingly interfered with their hunt on numerous occasions during the day. The five hunters were on land where they had permission to hunt, were properly licensed and were wearing the required amount of fluorescent orange. Under the Game and Wildlife Code, it is unlawful to knowingly or intentionally interfere with lawful hunting and furtaking.
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"Operation Prairie Fire"
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 04 April @ 21:25:40 |
Beginning 03/23/06 Region 8 BECI Investigators and several ECOs assisted Montana Department of Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens and an agent of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service with the investigation of a outfitter based in Terry, Montana.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo Recieves Ranger Relief Supplies
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 04 April @ 21:16:05 |
Democratic Republic of the Congo of rangers in advanced training wearing uniforms donated by Ranger Relief. WWF handled shipping, customs, and local distribution. Clare Libbing in Indiana coordinated with WWF on the shipping. These rangers also received body armour (80) and duty belts (50).
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Novel Probation Approach
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 04 April @ 21:05:27 |
On March 28, 2006 Jeff Robson represented by Tim Turple of Merchant Law Group plead guilty to 3 offences under The Wildlife Act. The 3 charges were substituted for the original Informations under The Wildlife Act and Criminal Code, these were withdrawn on the plea of guilty. A draft copy of the Probation Order was provide to Judge White for his review and information.
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PA Game Commission News
Posted by admin on: Monday 27 March @ 22:20:42 |
Anonymous writes: "FIVE-YEAR INVESTIGATION NETS 22 PEOPLE WITH 118 VIOLATIONS OF GAME AND
WILDLIFE CODE
Excessive infractions required lengthy investigation
HUNTINGDON -- On March 2, Matthew Ronald Baker, 40, a Huntingdon County deer processor, was found guilty before District Judge Richard Wilt of eight counts of illegal possession of deer and ordered to pay fines of $6,400 plus costs.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT GROUP DECRIES SHORTAGE OF STATE GAME WARDENS IN CALIFORNIA
Posted by admin on: Thursday 23 March @ 08:57:48 |
A state law enforcement group said Tuesday a critical shortage of game wardens in the state threatens California's ability to protect endangered
and threatened species.
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Forensics for Marine Biolgists
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 15 March @ 18:55:25 |
ShoalsLab writes: "FORENSIC SCIENCE for MARINE BIOLOGISTS:
Practical Techniques for the Investigation of Marine Mammal Strandings and the Untimely Death of Marine Vertebrates.
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NOAA OFFICE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT APPOINTS SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHWES
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 07 March @ 18:57:05 |
NOAA OFFICE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT APPOINTS SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHWEST ENFORCEMENT DIVISION
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries Service announced today the appointment of Donald W. Masters as Special Agent in Charge of the Southwest Enforcement Division. As SAC, Masters will oversee special agents, enforcement officers and support personnel in all seven California field offices.
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PA Game Commission
Posted by admin on: Thursday 23 February @ 16:52:35 |
ricramer writes: "GAME COMMISSION FILES CHARGES AGAINST UNLAWFUL DEER FARM AND HUNTING OPERATION
HARRISBURG - As part of an ongoing investigation, Pennsylvania Game Commission officials have filed more than 2,300 wildlife-related and criminal charges against Jeffrey Dean Spence, of Cemetery Road in Reynoldsville, Jefferson County, for operating an illegal white-tailed deer farm and hunting operation. On Feb. 14, charges were filed in the office of District Justice Richard Beck of Brookville, and a preliminary hearing has been scheduled for March 31. If convicted of all counts, Spence faces fines and penalties in excess of $16 million.
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Conservation Officer
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 15 February @ 21:28:27 |
Anonymous writes: "My name is Shannon Martiak and I'm a NJ CO. If anyone has any historic photos, laws,letters, or knowledge of NJ game wardens please contact me at Lorax007@aol.com. If there are any other historians out there we should discuss establishing an information exchange. I have come across old material form other states (NY,PA,NH) that might be valuable. Be safe out there!"
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MCOA Announces a new Web Page!
Posted by admin on: Saturday 14 January @ 21:50:15 |
kollascj writes: "The Michigan Conservation Officer Association Would like to invite everyone to take a look at our new web page, (http://www.mcoaonline.net). It’s great to see fellow associations posted on this site and the enthusiasm all of you show. Have a safe and productive year."
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Elk to Blaze the Animal Identification Trail in Texas
Posted by admin on: Monday 26 December @ 11:43:29 |
Elk being moved in Texas will sport a radio frequency identification (RFID) ear tag at the first of the year, as commissioners for the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) have adopted regulations for tracking the animals for disease control, including chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal brain disorder. About 300 producers in the state own elk, which are classified as exotic livestock in Texas and are under the jurisdiction of the TAHC, the state’s livestock and poultry health regulatory agency. Premises and animal identification and record keeping requirements will extend to all of the animals’ movements in commerce.
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Special Agent Tom Cloherty
Posted by admin on: Thursday 22 December @ 21:20:51 |
The Federal Wildlife Officer’s Association is saddened to inform you of loss of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Special Agent Tom Cloherty. Tommy was stationed in our East Orland, Maine office and had been with the Service for approximately 18 months. Tom died Thursday morning, December 8 while on duty participating in the Agency’s health and fitness program. He was running at Schoodic Point, Acadia National Park in Maine. Tom died of cardiac arrest. He was 37 years old. Tom is survived by his wife, Mary Catherine, and his four young children, Myles 8, Grace 6, Conan 3, and Aidan 18 months.
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Help with diamondback terrapin survey
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 13 December @ 16:27:07 |
biorlb writes: "Your help is needed with an on-line diamondback terrapin distribution and baundance survey. "
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USFW Agent Death.
Posted by admin on: Friday 09 December @ 16:50:37 |
SA Thomas Cloherty, assigned to the East Orland, ME OLE office, was found dead at Acadia National Park this morning, Thursday December 8, 2005. Early in the morning he had talked with SA Eric Holmes and said he was going to go running in Acadia National Park. NPS Rangers later found his body in the vicinity of his vehicle. Preliminary indications are that death was of natural causes.
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Poachers stab Longford Kansas farmer
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 15 November @ 19:56:32 |
Clay County man injured after confronting three men with beheaded buck.
By SHARON MONTAGUE Salina Journal
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OSHAWA MAN 'LIKELY' KILLED BY WOLVES IN SASKATCHEWAN
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 15 November @ 19:55:04 |
A 22-year-old man from Oshawa, Ont. whose body was discovered Tuesday in northern Saskatchewan, was likely killed by wolves, says the RCMP.
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NAWEOA LENDS A HELPING HAND TO COLLEAGUES IN NEED!
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 02 November @ 12:04:05 |
The NAWEOA Executive Board, after careful consideration, and much discussion made a decision to send a $5000 donation to the Hurricane Katrina Conservation Officer Relief Fund. This fund being spearheaded by Col. Julie Jones, President of NACLEC was set up to aid all the officers along the golf coast who had suffered catastrophic losses during Hurricane Katrina.
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If you disobey the law, she'll be on your trail.
Posted by admin on: Sunday 30 October @ 19:32:09 |
In the front window of an antique store in rural Lake County, a stuffed great horned owl was on display as part of a Halloween decoration.
The owl, illegal to possess, was reported in a tip to the Department of Fish and Game at its Bay Area regional office in Yountville. Game Warden Lynette Shimek was dispatched by radio to the scene.
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SEVEN U.S. RESIDENTS FINED $18,926 FOR ILLEGAL HUNTING
Posted by admin on: Sunday 30 October @ 19:30:11 |
Seven U.S. residents - four from Arizona, two from Kentucky and one from California - were recently convicted of 28 violations under The Wildlife Act and fined a total of $18,926 for illegal bird hunting related activities in southwestern Saskatchewan.
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PA GAME COMMISSION ARMSTRONG COUNTY CASE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 20 October @ 08:32:58 |
BOLIVAR, Westmoreland County - Pennsylvania Game Commission Southwest Regional Director Matt Hough today announced that final resolution was brought to one of the largest wildlife crime sprees in Armstrong County history, which occurred during the December 2004 deer season.
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California Fish and Game Reorganization
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 12 October @ 11:56:07 |
New policy coinciding with Agricultural influence in the Schwarzenegger
administration of the California Department of Fish and Game is putting
environmental review and the protection of public trust resources on the
back burner.
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Newfoundland & Labrador Conservation Enforcement Officer Group Receive Award
Posted by admin on: Friday 07 October @ 16:00:43 |
lidstone writes: "PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
2004 Award Recipients
Inland Fisheries Enforcement Program (IFEP) Team, Natural Resources
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ONTARIO TIP
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 05 October @ 09:14:10 |
ONTARIO Conservation officers get a new tool in fight against poaching
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FLIGHT NETS HIGH PENALTIES IN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE CASES
Posted by admin on: Saturday 17 September @ 11:10:56 |
FRANKLIN – Pennsylvania Game Commission Northwest Region Director Keith E. Harbaugh is cautioning off-road vehicle users after a recent case netted high penalties for the violators.
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ADAMS COUNTIAN GUILTY USING ATV TO CHASE DEER
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 September @ 21:14:44 |
HUNTINGDON PA - In an act called by one Pennsylvania Game Commission official as "something no one with a conscience could endorse," a McSherrystown resident pled guilty to charges for using an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) to chase a deer to the point of exhaustion and then killing it. Adams County Wildlife Conservation Officer Darren J. David filed the charges.
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GAME LAW VIOLATIONS LEAD OFFICERS TO OTHER CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 September @ 21:14:04 |
DALLAS- Pennsylvania Game Commission officials announced that a Pocono Pines resident has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a game law violation and other criminal activity in the Monroe County area.
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OPERATION HOOSIER RELIEF
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 September @ 21:11:07 |
Iniannia Conservation Officers are participating in the hurricane Katrina relief effort in Biloxi, Mississippi. The group of twenty-seven officers arrived on September 5th and are staged at the Biloxi convention center. When we arrived the first sign of Katrina’s unbelievable power was the President Casino resting on top of what used to be the Holiday Inn, more than a mile from where it was docked before the storm.
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Black bear attacks woman.
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 September @ 21:09:50 |
Superior East OPP Detachment and the Ministry of Natural Resources are presently investigating a black bear attack at Missinaibi Lake Provincial Park 80 kilometres north of Chapleau.
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State Wildlife Agency Playing Large Role in Hurricane Relief
Posted by admin on: Monday 12 September @ 21:08:06 |
JACKSON - The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is actively involved in the coordination of relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, according to MDWFP officials.
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INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN HOSTS FOURTH 9-11 MEMORIAL CEREMONY
Posted by admin on: Friday 02 September @ 15:05:43 |
For the fourth year, the International Peace Garden will host a memorial service to mark the 2001 attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C.
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Dove Season on The Mexico Border
Posted by admin on: Thursday 01 September @ 08:09:42 |
EL CENTRO - Game wardens from Mexico will join U.S. game wardens on Thursday to observe how enforcement is done here at the annual dove opener in Imperial Valley.
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LAND MANAGEMENT SUPERVISOR RECOGNIZED FOR CONSERVATION WORK
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 August @ 18:58:47 |
John Dzemyan, Pennsylvania Game Commission Land Management Group Supervisor (LMGS) in Elk and McKean counties, recently was presented with the Shikar-Safari International Wildlife Conservation Officer of the Year Award.
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YORK COUNTY DEPUTY HONORED FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 August @ 18:57:46 |
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer George Erskine was honored for the second time in two years for his role in providing medical assistance and comfort to someone in need. This time, Erskine was recognized for his efforts to assist a stricken person at the York County Outdoors Show on Feb. 25.
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MCKEAN COUNTY WCO RECEIVES LIFE-SAVING AWARD
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 August @ 18:56:29 |
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer Leonard Groshek recently was presented with the agency's Life-Saving Award for his resourcefulness and life-saving actions on the morning of Oct. 22, which led to the rescue of a bowhunter who was seriously injured when his all-terrain vehicle rolled down a steep hillside in a remote area between Cyclone and Smethport, McKean County.
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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION OFFICER RECEIVES AWARD FOR VALOR
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 August @ 18:55:25 |
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Conservation Officer James McCarthy recently was presented the agency's Award For Valor for his courageous actions to search for victims in a burning house in Wayne County on Jan. 19.
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Funeral Held for Ranger Jeff Christensen
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 30 August @ 18:53:55 |
The funeral for Jeff Christensen was held last Friday at Saint Paul’s Church in Ham Lake, Minnesota. More than 1,000 people attended, including eight representatives from Rocky Mountain NP and another 50 to 60 representatives from Midwest Region parks.
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E-Force Florida
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 24 August @ 09:16:10 |
KEY WEST - Their green-and-tan uniforms resemble forest ranger get-ups. One of their most valuable weapons -- a metal tape measure -- is brought out when they need to size up fish. And an action-packed shift might include a safety citation and a ''boating under the influence'' bust.
BY JENNIFER BABSON
jbabson@herald.com
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Park ranger missing
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 09 August @ 17:54:56 |
ESTES PARK, Colo. - A Rocky Mountain National Park (search) ranger missing for eight days apparently died after a fall, park officials said Saturday.
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California Fish and Game warden shot.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 09 August @ 17:52:41 |
One suspect was killed and a Fish and Game warden was shot in the leg this morning when a
shootout erupted during a raid on a marijuana farm in the hills near
Los Gatos.
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TWO MANITOBANS CHARGED WITH ILLEGAL TRADING IN WILDLIFE
Posted by admin on: Thursday 28 July @ 10:40:08 |
Manitoba Conservation's Investigations Unit has filed a total of 106 charges against two Manitoba men related to illegal trafficking of wildlife. The charges are primarily related to white-tailed deer antlers.
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TWO MULE DEER TEST POSITIVE FOR CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 28 June @ 16:17:57 |
SANTA FE - Two mule deer captured in the Organ Mountains as part of an ongoing research project near White Sands Missile Range have tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological disease that attacks the brains of infected deer and elk, the Department of Game and Fish announced.
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Conference Liaison Position
Posted by admin on: Monday 20 June @ 10:20:03 |
NAWEOA is pleased to announce that Randy Hancock has been appointed to the new Conference Liaison Position.
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Major Wildlife Case in Atlantic Canada
Posted by admin on: Sunday 12 June @ 14:13:05 |
Anonymous writes: "NINE INDIVIDUALS FACE 67 CHARGES FOLLOWING MIGRATORY BIRD ENFORCEMENT ACTION
PORT AUX BASQUES, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR, June 3, 2005 - The largest migratory bird enforcement action ever in Atlantic Canada lead by Environment Canada’s Canadian Wildlife Service, with the support of the Special Investigations Section and conservation officers from the provincial Department of Natural Resources, has resulted in nine individuals from the Port aux Basques and Rose Blanche areas of Newfoundland and Labrador facing 45 charges under the Migratory Bird Convention Act (MBCA) as well as 22 other charges under other federal and provincial regulations.
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2005 Annual Conference- Penticton Bc
Posted by admin on: Friday 27 May @ 21:23:45 |
BarryWoods writes: " For awesome deals on fully furnished accomodations during your holiday to Penticton, British Columbia, please check out website - http://www.apexaccomodations.com These rates are extemely low, and because this is a private owner, you do not have to pay any taxes.
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NEWFOUNDLAND CONSERVATION OFFICERS TO BE ARMED
Posted by admin on: Saturday 26 March @ 18:30:17 |
ST. JOHN'S - Wildlife conservation officers in Newfoundland and Labrador will soon carry sidearms, the provincial government announced Wednesday.
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NAWEOA Election this summer.
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 08 February @ 13:49:09 |
This summer, at the NAWEOA conference in Penticton, elections for positions on the executive board will be held. We have a number of positions that are open for a two-year term, although the Regional Director positions can be re-elected and serve a maximum of four years in that position. The positions to be elected this year are:
President (must be Canadian)
Vice President (must be from the United States)
Region 4 Director (western United States)
Region 5 Director (central United States)
Region 6 Director (southeast United States)
Region 7 Director (northeast United States)
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K9's in the News
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 11 January @ 21:14:14 |
A loud lapping sound followed wildlife officer Jeff Gier as he drove.
Bubba, a 3-year-old chocolate Labrador retriever, was drinking in his onboard kennel, a luxury unit with an automated cooling system that turns on if Gier's truck gets too hot -- even when the ignition is off. Somewhere in the back of it was Bubba's bulletproof vest.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden injured.
Posted by admin on: Saturday 18 December @ 14:30:48 |
Triple Shooting Near Park Boundary Leaves One Dead and Two Injured,
Including Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden
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HUGE POACHING BUST FOR MAINE WARDEN SERVICE
Posted by admin on: Saturday 18 December @ 14:29:17 |
The Maine Warden Service is calling it one of the largest poaching bust .
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Deer DNA Leads to Murder Charge in Cold Case
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 02 November @ 08:29:45 |
Oct 29, 2004 8:52 am US/Eastern
Uniontown (AP) Using deer DNA obtained from the crime scene, authorities charged a man with deliberately shooting and killing a hunter nearly seven years ago and taking a deer the hunter had shot, police said.
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Delaware Warden helps in terrorism fight.
Posted by admin on: Saturday 28 August @ 21:27:20 |
A Delaware Fish and Game warden may well be one of the unsung heroes of the campaign against terrorism.
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CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Posted by admin on: Sunday 01 August @ 08:03:15 |
Targeted Areas: Law Enforcement
Consolidating all public safety agencies has advantages, panel says.
Some question whether the goal is attainable.
By William Wan, Times Staff Writer
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NEW YORK FISHERMEN PENALIZED FOR EXCEEDING BLUEFIN TUNA LIMITS
Posted by admin on: Friday 11 June @ 08:50:37 |
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration cited Timothy William Ott and his son, Timothy James Ott, a $75,000 Notice of Violation and Assessment and a 75-day Notice of Permit Sanction on May 11 for exceeding daily Atlantic bluefin tuna catch limits and making false statements to an authorized officer. NOAA is an agency of the Department of Commerce.
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FISHERMEN PENALIZED $60,000
Posted by admin on: Friday 11 June @ 08:49:07 |
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fined three parties $60,000 civil penalties and six-month permit sanctions on May 11 for failing to transmit timely positional reports over a 45-hour period while fishing for sea scallops off the Delaware coast. NOAA issued the fine and permit sanction through its Office of General Counsel for Enforcement and Litigation to the owner and operator of the FV Legacy, Admiral, Inc. and Richard Howe. NOAA is an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce
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Conservation Officer
Posted by admin on: Wednesday 12 May @ 07:20:43 |
Anonymous writes: "IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
LAW ENFORCEMENT BUREAU
WALLACE STATE OFFICE BUILDING
DES MOINES, IOWA 50319-0034
JOB VACANCY NUMBER - 542-0325
Conservation Officer/Recreational Safety Officer
There are five openings for Conservation Officer positions and two openings
for Recreational Safety Officer (Conservation Officer job classification)
positions.
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LOOKING FOR HEROES
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 04 May @ 16:23:00 |
As you have already read in previous posts, we are planning a Game Warden
Museum Celebration Day this July, in conjunction with the NAWEOA conference.
As you likely also know, one of the goal of the GWM is to honor the heroes
of the profession. While this has a lot to do with our fallen officers (BTW,
I am up to 298 officers on my fallen officer database - hope to post ASAP),
we also want to celebrate our living heroes. I think that there are a lot of
you out there. So here is what I am looking for....tell me about your
agency's/association's living heroes. These can be past or present officers.
Be as creative as you like and do not only think big heroes - we need to
also pay tribute to our peers who are heroes in their very own small and
local way as well as the big time heroes.(I want both!!)
So, tell me about:
* GW who have become media heroes - athletes, movies stars, media
celebrities, politicians (ooops), business tycoons - you name it!
* GW who have performed acts of heroism - large or small - and saved
lives of people and/or critters, etc.,etc.
* GW who contribute in a significant way to their communities - as
coaches, in their church, as volunteers for the aged or the poor, etc., etc.
* GW who have helped out wardens or others in third world countries
* GW who do volunteer work, give blood,
* GW who have initiated creative programs or ways out doing our jobs
If you can send me a short story about these officers (and a photo would be
great too!), I will begin compiling a presentation that we will use at the
ceremony at the peace gardens. You can send this to me direct at:
gmartin6@cogeco.ca
Thanks to all for their help with this!!!
Gary Martin
Game Warden Museum
Check us out at http://www.GameWardenMuseum.org
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CHARGES FILED IN MURDER-FOR-HIRE PLOT AGAINST DNR CONSERVATION RANGERS
Posted by admin on: Monday 29 March @ 12:26:41 |
BARNESVILLE, Ga. (March 26, 2004) – On Tuesday, March 23, 2004, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) initiated an investigation into a murder-for-hire plot against two DNR conservation rangers after receiving a tip. This morning, Lamar County officials issued a warrant for John McNaughton “Mack” English, 26, of Barnesville, with one count of criminal solicitation of murder and seven counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
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Asianwildlife Consultancy Co.Ltd. trying to save the clouded leopards
Posted by admin on: Sunday 29 February @ 11:08:57 |
Anonymous writes: "The clouded leopards were fairly common in our wildlife parks and sanctuaries but today they are rare and seriously endangered. This is due to deforestation, pet trade and poaching of these animals for it beautiful patterned skin.
Currently, the Zoological Park Organization (ZPO) has 27 heads of clouded leopards and this is reasonably a large captive population of clouded leopards compared to the other zoos in the region where the success of breeding these cats in captivity had been low. The reason would have been basically due to poor understanding of the captive management of Clouded leopards. The financial resources are limited and there is no proper breeding programs planned for this cat in our institution on a proper scale.
The proposed breeding programs will be the first of its kind. If the program succeeds, it will provide sufficient population for final reintroduction into our forest. The program will be a key avenue for future understanding of the species itself and provide the best ability of mankind to protect himself by protecting his own environment. The clouded leopard is one of the species, which is essential for the eco-balance of the environment.
To achieve this target the management has decided to seek the assistance of various local and international institutions, foundation and association to come forward to provide assistance in the success of this program. Ex-situ captive breading of wildlife needs serious support from various organization to conserve the existing population in captivity.
The Program helps bring together various population scattered all over regional zoos so that ex-situ population can be bred in a planned basis.
PROJECT DURATION
The total program has been planned for a period of three years and total funding required for three years will be 20,000,000 (twenty million) Thai Baht. Any contributions from any private association or institution are most welcome.
If you wish to give your valuable contributions please visit
http://www.asianwildlife.com/social/index.htm
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Utah Officer Death
Posted by admin on: Monday 26 January @ 13:55:36 |
Salt Lake City--Utah Division of Wildlife Resources’ conservation officer Jon (Kip) Draper was found dead about 2:30 AM this morning in Straight Canyon near Orangeville, Utah. He was reported missing by his family about 11:00 PM Saturday evening and a search was immediately launched by UDWR and the Emery County Sheriff’s office. UDWR employees located Kip about 50 yards from the canyon road, where he had collapsed and died in the snow. No indication of foul play existed; however, the State Medical Examiner will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
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CBS Rejects PETA's business
Posted by admin on: Friday 16 January @ 09:06:19 |
PETA's impotence ad a no-no with CBS
Animal rights group says network rejects $2M to air its meat/impotence ad during Super Bowl.
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Book, movie capture spirit of wildlife agent.
Posted by admin on: Sunday 04 January @ 09:44:30 |
Denver Post
http://www.denverpost.com/framework/0,1413,36~53~1863844,00.html
Book, movie capture spirit of wildlife agent
By Theo Stein
Denver Post Environment Writer
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Suspected Poachers Shoot at Conservation Officers
Posted by admin on: Monday 24 November @ 09:50:59 |
Missouri conservation officers are looking for the suspects who shot at two of their own over the weekend. The two officers were investigating a report of poachers in the area around Meramec Caverns Saturday evening. When they identified themselves as officers, the suspects fired on them and fled. No one was hurt. Anyone with information is asked to call the Missouri Department of Conservation at 636-441-4554.
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Kentucky Officer Doug Bryant
Posted by admin on: Tuesday 20 May @ 22:10:28 |
FORT MITCHELL, Ky. -- A state conservation officer was killed Monday afternoon during a chase on a local interstate.
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