Wild turkeys gobble and display while flocks of geese pass overhead in the Red Kill Valley of Fleischmanns, offering early signs of spring. more

Mark your calendars for the 2026 I BIRD NY Challenge taking place March 1-November 1! Identify 10 species of birds anywhere in New York State, submit online or by mail, and receive a commemorative … more

As winter drags on in portions of New York, it may be tempting to feed deer to “help” them through the cold times. However, feeding deer during the winter or other times of the year is … more

On March 20, frog supporters worldwide celebrate and plan to take action for amphibians. This leap towards conservation helps highlight the vital role frogs play in our ecosystem and educates the … more

Applications to become a Day-Old Pheasant Chick Program (DOCP) cooperator will be accepted until April 1. The program allows the public to participate in raising and releasing pheasants to enhance … more

As winter drags on in portions of New York, it may be tempting to feed deer to “help” them through the cold times. However, feeding deer during the winter or other times of the year is … more

ONEONTA — A newly formed chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will hold its inaugural Sportsmen’s Night Out banquet next month, bringing hunters, conservationists and supporters … more

ONEONTA — The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will host a virtual presentation later this month examining how climate change and habitat loss are reshaping bird populations and migration patterns … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced a schedule of online examinations for individuals seeking licenses in falconry, wildlife rehabilitation and leashed tracking dog … more

The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 9, at 7 p.m., marking a move to a new venue at the 6th Ward Athletic Club, 22 West Broadway in Oneonta. … more

Have you heard or seen coyotes around recently? Coyote breeding season generally runs from January to March, and during this time of year, coyotes are especially active as they mate and begin to set … more

Red-winged blackbirds touch down in the Red Kill Valley Sunday, braving snow showers as robins make early appearances. more