New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced the adoption of regulations to implement a black bass (largemouth bass and smallmouth bass) tournament permit and reporting system. … more

Monarch butterflies begin their annual fall migration in mid-August. These butterflies are the great-great-grandchildren of the monarchs that migrated to Mexico last fall.   Here are some … more

On July 29, a Delaware County resident settled charges related to the illegal commercialization of endangered species. In May, environmental conservation police collaborated with the U.S. Fish … more

The 21st Sidney Sports Hall of Fame Induction Weekend will be held Sept. 20 and 21. The Class of 2024 will include the Cole brothers, Gary ’69 and Robbie, ‘71; Tom Graham Jr., ’98; … more

Fishing access has expanded in Delaware County. The new Cadosia fishing access site in the town of Hancock has been completed, a project further supporting the state’s “Get Offline, Get … more

The Delaware-Otsego Audubon Society (DOAS) will host an open house at the Franklin Mountain Sanctuary and Hawkwatch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5. The event is free and open to the … more

“A Closer Look” is a showcase of photos designed to provide views of nature’s wildlife that escape the naked eye. Photographer Rick Bunting will explore aspects of both the design … more

The lazy, hazy days of summer are upon us and it’s a great time to complete the 2024 Catskills Fire Tower Challenge before the kids head back to school. All you need to do are visit the fire … more

Volunteer registration is now open for Adirondack and Catskill Park Day on Saturday, Sept. 7, and Fish and Wildlife Day Saturday, Sept. 28. Show your appreciation for New York’s diverse and … more

It is a time to try to reduce plastic use in our daily lives. To help, it is important to know what can and cannot be recycled in New York. Recycling guidance can vary depending on location, so it is … more

Two vintage 19th century base ball games will be held at the Grahamsville Fairgrounds state Rt. 55, Grahamsville, Sunday, Sept. 8 at noon, sponsored by the Time and the Valleys Museum in … more

Clear Path for Veterans will host a flyfishing event for veterans Sept. 28 at 8:30 a.m. This adults-only event is free and open to veterans living in Delaware, Broome, Otsego, Chenango, Schoharie, … more