The Countdown begins: The early small game hunting seasons are just weeks away and with the days getting shorter, and in some cases a little cooler, our attention begins to turn to autumn months. First, if you are new to hunting … Continue reading →
Hunting and Trapping licenses went on sale on Aug. 1 and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos reminds all new hunters and trappers planning to go afield this season that they must first complete a mandatory … Continue reading →
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced the release of a draft New York State Interagency CWD Risk Minimization Plan for public comment. The plan describes proposed regulatory changes and actions that DEC will take … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced improvements to the Meacham Lake Campground in the Adirondack town of Duane, Franklin County, under the State’s Adventure NY initiative to connect more New Yorkers with nature. The improvements, … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that the agency is opening several otherwise restricted Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) to the public in Jefferson and St. Lawrence counties from Saturday, August 12, through Sunday, August 27, … Continue reading →
Johnsburg’s Jr. Outdoor Club will be hosting their first annual Y.H.E.C. at the Johnsburg Fish and Game Club on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Please register by Aug. 1, 2017 Y.H.E.C stands for Youth Hunter Education Challenge. There are 8 events in … Continue reading →
MEMPHIS, Tennessee – June 27, 2017 – The new 2017-2018 federal duck stamp is on sale now. The stamps, which cost $25, are valid from July 1 through June 30, 2018. Purchased by millions of waterfowl hunters, wildlife enthusiasts and … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the agency is adopting a regulatory proposal to revise the special permit requirement for bobcat hunting and trapping. Upon completion of the Bobcat Management Plan in 2012, regulations were adopted … Continue reading →
Lake George’s third annual King George Fishing Derby kicks off on September 16 with new dates and new features designed to attract more anglers to the “Queen of America’s lakes”. The annual derby was previously held during the lake’s busy … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today released information about the upcoming waterfowl hunting seasons, including season dates and updated regulations. “New York takes great pride in using the best available science and input from hunters to … Continue reading →
