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Stay Tick Free!

Spring is here and ticks are already out. Follow these tips to stay tick free: • Wear light-colored clothing with a tight weave to spot ticks easily. • Wear enclosed shoes, long … more

Community Science Opportunity: DEC Seeks Turkey Hunters for Ruffed Grouse Drumming Survey

In the final weeks of the spring turkey season, turkey hunters can continue to record the number of ruffed grouse they hear drumming while afield. The data helps DEC track the distribution and … more

Brief Beauties of the Forest Floor

Have you spotted some of spring’s first wildflowers in the forest? Late April into early May is when the famously fleeting flowers called spring ephemerals bloom – but only for a brief … more

Motorists are encouraged to give turtles ‘A Brake’

May and June mark the start of fair weather and with it, the emergence of New York’s turtle species. They are migrating to habitat for basking, foraging, and nesting. Female turtles are seeking … more

Boater safety urged as NY launches 2025 season with Brianna’s Law in effect

As the summer boating season gets underway, New York officials are reminding boaters that a key piece of legislation is now fully in effect: Brianna’s Law, which requires all operators of … more

DEC Issues annual Spring Reminder to Help Keep Wildlife and People Safe: If You Care, Leave It There

With spring in full swing and young animals more visible, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds New Yorkers to appreciate wildlife from a safe distance and resist … more

Impressive Tom

Dave Hitchcock harvested this turkey Saturday, May 10. The bird weighed 20.4 pounds, with an 11-inch beard and 1-inch spurs. more

Conservationist VanPut to be celebrated June 1

A celebration to honor the life of Ed Van Put will be held Sunday, June 1, at 1 p.m. at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, 1031 Old Route 17, Livingston Manor. Ed was a devoted husband, … more

Deposit Chamber to sponsor Trout Run 5K

The annual Trout Run 5K steps off at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 28, at Will Smith Memorial Park on Front Street in Deposit. This year the course will be a USA Track & Field-certified 5K. The … more

Learning to Live with Snakes

Spring and summer in New York bring a burst of activity to the outdoors– flowers bloom, birds sing, and a variety of wildlife—including snakes—make their seasonal appearance. For … more

Catskill Mountain Club May Hike Schedule

The Catskill Mountain Club is a 21 year old, grassroots, non-profit, offering free, member-lead hiking, paddling and biking adventures throughout the Catskill Mountains. The Club advocates for any … more

Catskill Mountain Club May Hike Schedule

The Catskill Mountain Club is a 21 year old, grassroots, non-profit, offering free, member-lead hiking, paddling and biking adventures throughout the Catskill Mountains. The Club advocates for any … more
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