SHills, Looks like you have a great place to hunt as well. I've always loved open hemlock stands. Great places to stump shoot with archery gear as well.

The rifle I use is by Pedersoli. PA has a short early season, which allows flintlocks, percussion, or in-lines, and scopes. The late season (occurring now) is reserved for flintlock ignition only, with open sights. Aperature sights and scopes are not allowed. I believe maxi/mini balls were legalized in the last few years as well, though my interest lies only with round balls.