Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society Board Director Chris DeCesare will lead a birding field trip to Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge, 3395 US-20, Seneca Falls, to view migratory waterfowl and … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released hunting safety statistics for the 2023 seasons and thanks hunters for their ongoing commitment to following responsible practices to … more

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner announced the application period for the agency’s “Buffer in a Bag” program opened Friday, March … more

The March meeting of the Dave Brandt Chapter of Trout Unlimited will be held Monday, March 11, at The Plains Senior Living Center, 163 Heritage Place, Oneonta. This meeting will be held on the third … more

New York State Forest Rangers participated in flat ice rescue training with the Delaware County Technical Rescue Team Feb. 18. Rescuers practiced multiple flat ice rescue techniques including the use … more

In between the frigid days there are sure signs of spring and with that, the Friends of Bramley Mountain Fire Tower’s (FOBMFT) thoughts are set on June, when the tower on Bramley Mountain will … more

The Greater Delhi Area Chamber of Commerce announces that the 28th annual Delhi Bridge 5K Run/Walk will be held Saturday, June 1 with a 9 a.m. starting time.  Race registration is now open on … more

A simple yet often forgotten safety tip is to let someone else know when you’re going on a hike. Whether it be a roommate, friend, or family member, it’s important that another … more

In addition to telling someone about your hiking plans, don’t forget to sign in at the trail register. This is important not only for your safety, but also for DEC to monitor recreation by … more

Want to involve your students in hands-on learning about the role of trees in ecosystems while participating in conservation? Since 1985, DEC’s School Seedling Program has distributed nearly … more

The newest Big Tree Register dec.ny.gov/nature/animals-fish-plants/plants/big-tree-register – a list of the largest known trees in New York state – is now available. Each year, Big Tree … more

If bears had birthday parties, they’d all be in January and February. That’s when winter dens across the country turn into nurseries as most pregnant bears give birth to cubs weighing in … more