The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced upcoming dates for the New York State Licensed Guide exam. Licensed guides offer services for hire, including directing, … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds ice anglers to put safety first when venturing out this season. Outdoor enthusiasts considering ice fishing should always be … more

Are you a new waterfowl hunter looking for public land to scout? Or a seasoned waterfowl hunter thinking of finding a new place to spend the second split? Try exploring DEC’s new “Places to Hunt … more

Even though deer hunting seasons have ended in much of the Northern Zone, there are still many opportunities to fill your deer tags (especially antlerless deer tags) through special and extended … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that late bow and muzzleloader deer hunting seasons will reopen throughout most of New York’s Southern Zone from Dec. 26 … more

Small game seasons—including pheasant season—are still open throughout many areas of the state, providing a great opportunity to keep enjoying the outdoors and go hunting. Pheasant stocking is … more

DOWNSVILLE — A balanced scoring effort and a strong second-half push lifted Walton/Downsville to a 66–39 victory over Bainbridge-Guilford in boys varsity basketball Midstate Athletic Conference … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that a fourth fish species officially qualified as a state record catch this year. On Nov. 23, Yongfeng Tian of Brooklyn … more

Sixteen-year-old Roger Lynker III harvested a six-point buck and a 400-pound bear on the same drive at his family’s Rattle Hill Lodge camp in Lew Beach on Nov. 15. The proud hunter is pictured … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the state’s most popular big game hunting season started Saturday, Nov. 15 and continues through Dec. 7. DEC … more

Factors That Influence a Buck’s Body and Antler Growth The growth and final size of a buck’s body and antlers is determined by four factors: the buck’s age, health, genetics, … more

It is always wise to drive carefully in areas where deer and moose live, but fall is an especially important time to be alert to their presence. Deer and moose become more active during breeding … more