For many birdwatchers in New York, this is an exciting time of year—backyard bird feeders can go back up! To avoid conflicts with bears, DEC highly recommends only feeding birds when bears are … more

Small game seasons—including pheasant season—are still open throughout many areas of the state, providing a great opportunity to keep enjoying the outdoors and go hunting. Pheasant stocking is … more

DAVENPORT - South Kortright/Andes delivered a composed defensive effort and timely shooting Wednesday, Dec. 17, earning a 51–35 Delaware League road victory over Charlotte Valley in a boys varsity … more

DOWNSVILLE — A balanced scoring effort and a strong second-half push lifted Walton/Downsville to a 66–39 victory over Bainbridge-Guilford in boys varsity basketball Midstate Athletic Conference … more

SHANDAKEN -   What began as a routine wilderness rescue on a winter evening in the Catskills ended in loss and mourning, after a veteran volunteer firefighter suffered a fatal medical emergency … more

DELHI - A strong start and sustained pressure on both ends of the floor carried Delaware Academy to a 72–40 victory over Sidney in a Midstate Athletic Conference boys varsity basketball game played … more

WALTON - Morris used a strong interior presence and balanced scoring to secure a 46–39 non-league boys varsity basketball win over Walton/Downsville on Wednesday, Dec. 17. Carter Swayer … more

If you have purchased a new television, computer, or other electronic device or received one as a gift, don’t forget about your old devices. Electronic waste, such as used televisions, computers, … more

Mindful birding is a practice of birdwatching that falls at the periphery of the traditional perception of what it is to be a birder. It is an immersive experience in the natural world that occurs at … more

If you see something happening in the environment, whether you believe that it is a violation of environmental law or a natural occurrence, we appreciate it when you let us know. The guide below will … more

Looking for the perfect present for all the nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in your life? Give the gift of Conservationist magazine. A subscription includes six issues published throughout the … more