ONEONTA — Anglers looking to stock up on fishing gear or find a bargain can stop by the Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited at the Grand & Glorious Fall Fair Sunday, Sept. 13, at Neahwa … more

ONEONTA - The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will explore the science behind healthy lakes and cold-water streams at its monthly meeting Monday, Sept. 14, at the Sixth Ward Athletic Club. … more

New York’s black bear hunters can help state wildlife officials monitor the health and size of the state’s bear population simply by sharing a small piece of their harvest. The state … more

DEC announces the start of small game hunting and furbearer trapping seasons for the 2026-27 license year. Most seasons open between Sept. 1 and Nov. 1. Special Youth and Military Waterfowl … more

New York’s early big-game hunting seasons begin this month, with bear and antlerless deer seasons opening in portions of the state beginning Sept. 12. The early bear season runs Sept. 12 … more

New York state’s fall hunting schedule begins in September, featuring the early openings for big game, migratory birds, and small game. Enjoying outdoor recreation during hunting season requires … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that hunting and trapping licenses and Deer Management Permits (DMPs) for the 2026-27 season are now on sale. Licenses and … more

Heading out on the water this summer? Prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by Cleaning, Draining, and Drying your watercraft and gear before using it in a new water body. It’s one of the … more

While you are out exploring New York’s beautiful August landscapes, be sure to keep an eye out for wild turkeys and report your observations to the DEC. Since 1996, the DEC has conducted the … more

DEC’s Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) allows eligible landowners to enhance deer management on their lands when additional antlerless deer need to be harvested to meet property-specific … more

Finding ways to stay cool in the summer can be a struggle, especially for coldwater fish like trout and salmon that experience stress when water temperatures reach 70°F and above. If you plan to … more

New York State is home to world class fishing for a wide variety of sportfish within more than 7,500 lakes and ponds, 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, and hundreds of miles of coastline. You can … more