We all have a duty to ensure the safety of people and the long-term welfare of the elk.

If you see someone being disruptive or careless, whether intentional or not, kindly ask them to stop or report it to the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Northcentral Region by calling 57. The welfare of the elk herd is a shared responsibility. Naming animals that may be harvested later creates needless conflict between elk hunters and elk viewers/tourism.Ĥ. Elk are also a game species in Pennsylvania with an active and coveted hunting season occurring each year. Personifying elk as humans takes away from their truly wild nature. The elk in Pennsylvania are wild animals and need to be treated as such. Feeding also promotes the spread of infectious diseases by having them unnaturally congregate into small areas.ģ. This could cause them to approach people looking for more. Not only is it illegal to feed elk in Pennsylvania, but it teaches them to associate people, cars and/or homes with food. Cows are also known to defend their young when they feel threatened.Ģ. Elk are wild animals that are unpredictable and sometimes aggressive, especially during the fall breeding season. Keep a distance – of at least 100 yards – between you and the elk. Those planning a trip to Pennsylvania’s Elk Country are asked to be ELK SMART and to do their part to help keep Pennsylvania elk WILD by following these four steps:ġ. While you’re visiting, do your part to preserve the WILD nature of the elk herd. Enjoy your time in Pennsylvania’s Elk Country!

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