In the backcountry, what hikers leave behind matters. Human waste, if not properly handled, can pose health risks, contaminate drinking water, and degrade the outdoor experience. As more people … more

Adirondack Mountain Club Susquehanna Chapter announces the following lineup of April hikes:  • April 1 hike, Homer Folks Forest, Oneonta - Jendy Murphy 518-605-5642 • April 8 … more

Tree cavities are a precious commodity for wildlife. It has been estimated that about one-fourth of northeastern forest wildlife species need trees with cavities. Some cavities are excavated by birds … more

The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society will host bestselling author Randi Minetor Friday, March 21, at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Minetor will discuss her latest book, The Complete Language of Birds, which … more

DEC is partnering with the Center for Conservation Social Sciences at Cornell University to survey licensed turkey hunters across New York state. In mid-March, you or one of your hunting partners may … more

New York’s pilot program allowing 12- and 13-year-olds to hunt deer with firearms and crossbows under adult supervision has shown strong participation and a flawless safety record, according to … more

Open burning is the single greatest cause of wildfires in New York state. To report a wildfire, call 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264) or contact a forest ranger in your area. When you plan a fire, … more

Packed for Adventure: Hiking the Catskills Then and Now by Paul Misko will be held Sunday, March 23 at 2 p.m. at the Time and the Valleys Museum on state Rt. 55, Grahamsville and virtually through … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that hunters in New York harvested an estimated 1,685 bears during the 2024 hunting seasons. The 2024 bear harvest was … more

ONEONTA, — The Dave Brandt local Trout Unlimited (TU) Chapter will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM at The Plains Senior Living Center, 163 Heritage Place, … more

Our Forests Forests in New York cover 18.6 million acres of land, making the state 61% forested. Whether it’s hiking, hunting, camping, or birdwatching, these forest lands provide … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the start of the 2025 I BIRD NY Challenge for birders of all ages and abilities. The challenge provides opportunities to … more