New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the open (harvest) season for largemouth and smallmouth bass, collectively known as black bass, opened June 15 and runs through … more

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is joining the BearWise campaign as a cooperative member state. BearWise was developed by biologists from state conservation agencies … more

Joe Dibble, of Bovina, harvested this 162-pound, 8-point buck in Bovina on Nov. 27. more

DOWNSVILLE - The Best Dam 5K Committee held its 10th and final color run coinciding with the Downsville Maple Leaf Festival Oct. 8. Thirty-two competitors participated in this year’s race, … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Hunter Education Program (HEP) offers “Next Step” courses in seven disciplines for those who have completed a hunter … more

If you have taken a Hunter Education, Bowhunter Education, or Trapper Education certification course but still want some hands-on training, you are in luck. DEC’s Hunter Education Program now … more

The New York State Parks Marine Services Bureau is coordinating New York’s annual participation in the national Operation Dry Water campaign. This campaign involves law enforcement agencies … more

National River Clean-up Day is Saturday, May 21. It has been observed on the third Saturday in May since 1991. Join a clean-up event or organize your own. Although May 21 is the date set aside for … more