HANCOCK - Friends of the Upper Delaware River (FUDR) and Trout Unlimited (TU) have hired a summer field crew to survey streams in the towns of Colchester, Hancock, Rockland and western Sanford. … more

A fawn rests quietly in the rain-soaked Red Kill Valley near Fleischmanns during a wet Memorial Day weekend, part of the annual spring arrival of white-tailed deer across the Catskills. more

If you’ve spent any time along the Upper Delaware River (UDR) tailwaters in recent years, you’ve probably noticed something encouraging: more attention is finally being paid to this remarkable … more

DOWNSVILLE — Bear Spring Mountain Campground opened for the season May 15 and will remain open through Sept. 7, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. … more

Get the whole family involved! Print out our Sustainable Living Coloring Pages https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/permits_ej_operations_pdf/sustainablecoloring.pdf and bring them with you on your … more

Campground gift cards and electronic certificates are now available for purchase online. Campground gift cards and certificates are the perfect gift for those hard to buy outdoor-enthusiasts and are … more

Get a checklist for the environmentally friendly camper at: https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/lands_forests_pdf/Sustainable_Camping_Checklist.pdf more

DEC operates 51 campgrounds in the Adirondack and Catskill Parks. DEC campgrounds provide a wide variety of experiences, including island camping, tent and trailer camping, boat launching facilities, … more

For over 40 years, New York has set aside a week in May to focus on its abundant water resources, highlight water issues and encourage stewardship. DEC celebrated New York’s Water Week May … more

The Delaware Riverkeeper Network in a press release criticized the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for moving to rescind or delay federal drinking water limits for certain per- and … more

A mature bald eagle pauses with a rabbit near Pepacton Park in Downsville May 8, offering a vivid glimpse of the region’s thriving wilderness. Once rare in New York, bald eagles have made a … more

Jasper Dibble celebrates his first successful turkey hunt after harvesting a 20-pound gobbler May 2 in Bovina. Guided by his grandfather, Joe Dibble, Jasper called in the bird at 6:10 a.m. from 27 … more