Heaviest Bear Harvested in NY in 2022 Was From Broome County
The heaviest black bear harvested in New York during the 2022 hunting season was taken by a bowhunter in Broome County.
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New York Hunter Says He Mistook Family's Slain Dogs for Coyotes
A New York hunter is claiming that he mistook a Connecticut family's German Shepard dogs for coyotes before he killed and skinned them.
Long Island to Have First Ever Spring Turkey Hunting Season
For the first time, turkey hunters on Long Island will get to hunt during the spring thanks to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
New York Man Impersonates Cop, Steals Rifle From Squirrel Hunters
A New York man has pled guilty to impersonating a police officer and stealing a rifle from a group of squirrel hunters.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Vetoes Bill to Ban Holiday Hunting
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill that would have allowed upstate New York Counties to ban holiday hunting.
How Safe Is The NY Youth Firearm Hunting Program? [STATS]
Deer harvested from the age group totaled just over 1500.
What do New York Gun Law Changes Mean for Hunting Season?
Changes to New York's gun laws have a lot of hunters confused about the rules this hunting season, so the Department of Environmental Conservation has answers.
New York Hunters Look for Gun Law Clarification From the State
Hunting season for firearms owners in NYS starts October 23 and hunters are seeking clarification on new gun laws in order to avoid arrest and felony conviction.
If You Hunt And Fish In New York, This App Is For You
There's a feature on the NYS DEC HuntFishNY mobile app called Tacklebox and there are some cool new features for this year.
The NYS DEC Gives New Yorkers A Shot At Winning An Outdoor Adventure
If you have yet to be vaccinated for Covid-19, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has an incentive for you.