ONEONTA - The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society is calling on residents across the region to take part in one of the longest-running citizen science efforts in the world: the annual Christmas Bird … more

Extend the tradition: host a sponsored pheasant hunt and take new and underrepresented hunters “under the wing” to share the experience of late season small game hunting while teaching … 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

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton reminds New Yorkers to hunt safely this season and encouraged all outdoor enthusiasts to respectfully share … more

MARGARETVILLE - At the age of 12, Harper Aubrey has joined a long family tradition: successfully harvesting his first deer during the recent statewide Youth Hunt weekend. For Aubrey, hunting is more … more

ARKVILLE - Regular rifle hunting season in New York State’s Southern Zone begins Sunday, Nov. 16. But for long-time hunter Ryan Trapani, the best part of the hunting season will be over. … more

Electronic Tagging Hunters now have the choice to obtain a paper license and tags or use the HuntFishNY mobile app as electronic proof of licensure and possession of tags for deer, bear, or … more

MARGARETVILLE - When NYS Youth Hunt weekend got underway this year, Wyatt Pacheco was among those who hit the trails and came home with a buck. But his hunting story began long before this season … more

For some deer hunters, the opportunity to see and harvest older bucks with larger bodies and antlers is an important component of their overall satisfaction with deer hunting. Older bucks are often … more

Yearling Bucks Body Size — similar to adult doe Legs — appear long and skinny Muscles — often not clearly defined Body Shape — slender, belly tucks up … more