Fifteen-year-old Wyatt Pacheco of Fleischmanns shows off his impressive five-pointer, harvested under the supervision of his father on Oct. 13 during New York’s 2025 Youth Hunt Weekend, a … more

With hunting seasons underway and fall hiking still at its peak, DEC is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to follow safety precautions while recreating this fall and winter. Whether you are a hiker, … more

For 12-year-old Lydia Vitarius, this year’s youth big game hunt was one she’ll never forget. The young hunter from Bloomville harvested her first buck, a nine-pointer weighing 160 pounds … more

The Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum (CFFCM) invites young adventurers to connect with nature, explore the wonders of our streams, and discover the art of fly fishing. CFFCM … more

The following statewide fishing seasons close on October 15: • Brook Trout in Lakes and Ponds • Lake Trout • Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Splake in Inland … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that small game hunting and furbearer trapping seasons for the 2025–26 license year are now open or will open soon … more

Electronic Tagging Hunters now have the choice to obtain a paper license and tags or use the HuntFishNY mobile app as electronic proof of licensure and possession of tags for deer, bear, or … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that bowhunting seasons for deer in the Northern Zone began Sept. 27. In the Southern Zone, bowhunting seasons for deer and bear … more

DELHI -   Delaware Academy struck first and held a 7–0 lead after one quarter, but Tioga answered with a cascade of explosive runs from Bellis and pulled away 34–14 on Friday, Sept. … more

Coinciding with National Hunting & Fishing Day on Sept. 27,   will also be a Free Fishing Day in New York. That means anyone can freshwater fish without a fishing license. What better way to … more

With much of the State in drought and little rain in the forecast, many trout streams are exceptionally low. As shallow areas dry out, trout crowd into the deepest pools and their stress levels go up … more

The Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum will hold its 2025 Hall of Fame induction ceremony and reception on Saturday, Oct. 11, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Limited tickets are now on sale. This … more