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

For those inclined to greet the new year outdoors, the Susquehanna Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club is offering a January schedule that blends gentle winter hikes with community gatherings, … 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

Red foxes (Vulpes vulpes) have characteristic red fur, black “stockings” on their legs, and bushy, white-tipped tails (although their coats have some color variation). Males are generally larger … 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

For many birdwatchers in New York, this is an exciting time of year—backyard bird feeders can go back up! To avoid conflicts with bears, DEC highly recommends only feeding birds when bears are … 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

SHANDAKEN -   What began as a routine wilderness rescue on a winter evening in the Catskills ended in loss and mourning, after a veteran volunteer firefighter suffered a fatal medical emergency … more

If you have purchased a new television, computer, or other electronic device or received one as a gift, don’t forget about your old devices. Electronic waste, such as used televisions, computers, … more

Mindful birding is a practice of birdwatching that falls at the periphery of the traditional perception of what it is to be a birder. It is an immersive experience in the natural world that occurs at … more

If you see something happening in the environment, whether you believe that it is a violation of environmental law or a natural occurrence, we appreciate it when you let us know. The guide below will … more