The Catskill Mountain Club will offer a series of free, member-led hikes in the Catskill Mountains throughout August. Founded 22 years ago, the grassroots nonprofit organizes hiking, paddling … more

The USDA has designated August as “Tree Check Month” and is asking the public to look for and report signs of the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB). This invasive beetle was first discovered in the … more

Happy Birthday Smokey Bear. On August 9, Smokey Bear turns 82. For more than 80 years, Smokey has been teaching generations of Americans about the importance of wildfire prevention. His powerful … more

Now is a great time to look for signs of oak wilt, a non-native fungus. Oak wilt affects both red and white oaks, but symptoms are more noticeable in red oaks, which can die in as little as six weeks … more

Black bears are highly active in New York State during August. This is when they begin searching for large amounts of high-calorie food (like ripening berries and fruits) to build up fat reserves for … more

Heading out on the water this summer? Prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by Cleaning, Draining, and Drying your watercraft and gear before using it in a new water body. It’s one of the … more

As summer unwinds, now is the perfect time to work on the 2026 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge. The Catskills Fire Tower Challenge encourages experienced hikers to visit several of the region’s … more

While you are out exploring New York’s beautiful August landscapes, be sure to keep an eye out for wild turkeys and report your observations to the DEC. Since 1996, the DEC has conducted the … more

DEC’s Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP) allows eligible landowners to enhance deer management on their lands when additional antlerless deer need to be harvested to meet property-specific … more

BOVINA Nick Scott turned in a commanding performance Saturday, July 25, racing to the overall title at the third annual Bovina 5K as 133 runners and walkers filled Bovina in a fundraiser supporting … more

BOVINA — Nick Scott turned in a commanding performance Saturday, July 25, racing to the overall title at the third annual Bovina 5K as 133 runners and walkers filled Bovina in a fundraiser … more

STAMFORD — Young golfers showcased their skills in putting, chipping, driving and team competition during the 2026 Stamford Junior Golf Camp, with participants recognized across multiple age … more