Layer strategically with a moisture-wicking base, insulating middle, and weather-resistant outer shell for optimal warmth and comfort when dressing up for the cold weather. Choose wool, fleece, or synthetic materials over cotton to retain heat even when wet. Protect extremities with thick socks, insulated boots, thermal gloves, and a warmth-trapping hat to minimize heat loss. Adjust layers as needed during activity to regulate body temperature and prevent overheating or chilling.

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Mark your calendar and sight in your weapon. The 2026-27 hunting season in Pennsylvania opens on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The license year runs from July 1 through June 30, and the Pennsylvania Game Commission sets specific dates for pursuing a variety of big and small game with firearms, archery equipment, and more. Spring gobbler season (bearded bird only) opens May 2-16 and again May 18-30, with a special junior and mentored youth season on April 25. Small game seasons offer generous opportunities: squirrels run September 12 through December 24 and again December 26 through February 28, 2027, while ruffed grouse are open October 17 through December 24. Rabbit (cottontail) season mirrors grouse dates in the fall, then reopens December 26 …

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