Cold Shot: Below average temperatures are headed for Northern New York in the week ahead, which should jell nicely with the whitetail rut. In the past week, since Halloween, reports of scrape activity have been on the rise, along with … Continue reading →
If you notice any damage or hazardous areas not listed below, please report to info.r5@dec.ny.gov. Nov. 6 No new updates this week. Oct. 30 High Peaks Boreas Ponds Tract: The Boreas Pond CP-3 Route is back open. Northern Saranac Lakes … Continue reading →
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the adoption of several changes to streamline use and reporting of hunting tags and provide new deer hunting opportunities. Hunters can now use DEC’s online app for their licenses and tags as … Continue reading →
To address the impacts of unusually low water levels along the Salmon River the lower fly fishing section will remain closed at least through October 31. Water releases from the Salmon River Reservoir are also being adjusted ahead of the … Continue reading →
DEC announces the start of small game hunting and furbearer trapping seasons for the 2025–26 license year. Most seasons open between Sept. 1 and Nov. 1, with full details available in the 2025–26 Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide. Black bear … Continue reading →
