The Late Season: For now, it looks as though the weather pattern is going to follow that of the Astronomical pattern rather than the Meteorological one. The latter would have spring beginning March 1, while the former sticks with the Vernal Equinox … Continue reading →
Here’s a list of upcoming events, with links, if we have them For more events in the Adirondacks and all over New York, visit NY Outdoor News Ice Fishing Derbies Feb. 22-23: Hague Fishing Tournament (Ice, or no ice) Feb. … Continue reading →
New York State bear hunters took 1,505 black bears during the 2019 hunting seasons, state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today. The 2019 bear harvest played out differently across the state. Hunters took a record 1,179 … Continue reading →
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that the 2019 hunting seasons in New York were the safest on record. DEC documented seven tree stand incidents and one fatality in 2019. Of the 12 … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the release of the draft New York State Forest Action Plan for public review and comment. The State Forest Action Plan is a 10-year strategic plan for DEC and … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the members of the newly launched High Peaks Strategic Planning Advisory Group today encouraged New Yorkers to share their input on the State’s efforts to help promote sustainable use of … Continue reading →
Here are some photos from the 2019 hunting seasons. Congrats to all who tasted success. It was a great season. … Continue reading →
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced that DEC will host a year-long celebration of its upcoming 50th anniversary in 2020. DEC was established in 1970 on the first-ever Earth Day. To support the celebration … Continue reading →
Recent snow and cold weather have created good conditions for winter outdoor recreation in the Adirondack backcountry, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. Visitors should be prepared with proper clothing and equipment for snow, ice, and … Continue reading →
The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Transportation (DOT) announced the release of a draft Remsen-Lake Placid Travel Corridor Unit Management Plan (UMP) Amendment/Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) that includes unique outdoor recreational opportunities for people of … Continue reading →
