Lancaster native Phillip Schulte has always loved the great outdoors. The avid fly fisherman and outdoorsman also happens to be a very talented artist specializing in acrylic painting. And now, his two passions have come together with the release of five prints — and the results are truly stunning.

The five acrylic painting available as prints include a peregrine falcon, steelhead trout, cheetah, grizzly bears and a Kestrel falcon. Additional wildlife prints will be available in the near future.

A Statement Released by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation 

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has released a request for proposals (RFP) for private-sector businesses or qualified not-for-profit organizations for the design, construction and operation of an equestrian center at Knox Farm State Park.

The selected licensee will develop an equestrian program in existing facilities, add facilities as necessary to support the proposed activities and enhance Knox Farm State Park, while respecting the historic, environmental and cultural resources, and context of the park. Any proposed use must include a public benefit and purpose consistent with and complimentary to the property’s designation as a state park and will bear all costs of the program.

Erie County Legislator Joe Lorigo and Hawk Creek are excited to announce that Freedom, an injured bald eagle, was symbolically adopted on Nov. 20, 2012. During a tour of the facility and presentation marking the center’s 25th anniversary, Legislator Lorigo adopted Freedom, supporting Hawk Creek’s ongoing efforts to provide educational programs and care for its animals.