New York is home to a robust white-tailed deer population and an expanding black bear population. The department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) strives to manage deer and bear populations at … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that 21 counties moved from “drought warning” to “drought watch” due to several weeks of … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton and the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) has announced the theme for the annual water … more

HANCOCK - Two hikers from Brooklyn were safely escorted out of the woods near Jensen’s Ledges Saturday, Oct. 26, after losing the trail, officials said. Ray Brook dispatchers received a … more

Daylight hours are limited in November, so be sure to plan your outing to finish well before sunset—especially if you’re on a long trail or in unfamiliar terrain. Always pack a headlamp … more

On fall nights, while most of us are sleeping, millions of birds are flying overhead, making their way south to warmer weather and more abundant food sources. But they face many dangers during their … more

ONEONTA — The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its monthly meeting Monday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. at The Plains Senior Living Center, 163 Heritage Circle, third-floor meeting room. … more

With nearly 3 million New Yorkers potentially losing their federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) assistance in November, DEC is encouraging hunters to help fight hunger in our … more

Zach Picinich of Walton harvested this estimated 350–400-pound black bear with his bow and arrow around 6 p.m. on Oct. 22 at Holley Hill Farm off county Route 21. Picinich thanked the Holley … more

In observance of Bat Week and to raise awareness about the critical role of bats in the environment, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) encourages outdoor enthusiasts … more

Halloween is a fun time for tricks and treats, but many of those treats come in wrappers that can’t be recycled. Candy wrappers are often made of shiny plastic and foil and are tricky to … more

Smash up any pumpkin rinds and guts before mixing them into your backyard pile with plenty of carbon sources (leaves, wood chips, twigs, etc.). Be sure to remove any candles, wax, or lights from … more