ARKVILLE - Regular rifle hunting season in New York State’s Southern Zone begins Sunday, Nov. 16. But for long-time hunter Ryan Trapani, the best part of the hunting season will be over. … 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

MARGARETVILLE - When NYS Youth Hunt weekend got underway this year, Wyatt Pacheco was among those who hit the trails and came home with a buck. But his hunting story began long before this season … more

For some deer hunters, the opportunity to see and harvest older bucks with larger bodies and antlers is an important component of their overall satisfaction with deer hunting. Older bucks are often … more

Yearling Bucks Body Size — similar to adult doe Legs — appear long and skinny Muscles — often not clearly defined Body Shape — slender, belly tucks up … more

New York is home to a robust white-tailed deer population and an expanding black bear population. The department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) strives to manage deer and bear populations at … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that 21 counties moved from “drought warning” to “drought watch” due to several weeks of … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton and the New York Water Environment Association (NYWEA) has announced the theme for the annual water … more

HANCOCK - Two hikers from Brooklyn were safely escorted out of the woods near Jensen’s Ledges Saturday, Oct. 26, after losing the trail, officials said. Ray Brook dispatchers received a … more

Daylight hours are limited in November, so be sure to plan your outing to finish well before sunset—especially if you’re on a long trail or in unfamiliar terrain. Always pack a headlamp … more

On fall nights, while most of us are sleeping, millions of birds are flying overhead, making their way south to warmer weather and more abundant food sources. But they face many dangers during their … more

ONEONTA — The Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its monthly meeting Monday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. at The Plains Senior Living Center, 163 Heritage Circle, third-floor meeting room. … more