Due to much of New York State being under a drought watch and high fire danger, New York State is urging people to be safe when building camp fires. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the entire state is … [Read more...]
State Hunting, Trapping Licenses and Deer Management Permits On Sale
Hunting and trapping licenses and deer management permits are now on sale for the 2022-23 season. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the expanded hunting opportunities offered last year are also … [Read more...]
State DEC Encouraging New Yorkers to Take Part in Annual Wild Turkey Survey
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging New Yorkers to take part in the State's annual survey of wild turkeys. Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "Citizen scientists provide important data that helps our biologists examine … [Read more...]
2022 ‘I BIRD NY’ Challenge Underway in NYS
The 2022 "I BIRD NY" challenge is underway for beginning and experienced birders in New York State. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced there are two levels of challenges that provide the opportunity … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Proposing Prohibiting Use of Glyphosate Pesticide on State Property
The State DEC is proposing prohibiting the use of the pesticide, glyphosate, on state property. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the proposed regulation is to protect public health and environmental … [Read more...]
Muskellunge Season Starts June 1 on Inland Waters in NYS
Muskellunge fishing season begins June 1 on inland waters in New York State State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said while June 1 marks inland fishing for muskellunge, June 15 is the date for Great Lakes … [Read more...]
Boaters Reminded to Clean, Drain, Dry Boats & Trailers to Prevent Spread of Invasive Species
Boaters are reminded to clean, drain, and dry boats and trailers; and disinfect fishing gear to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said watercraft … [Read more...]
Paint Disposal Program Underway in NYS
A new paint collection program is underway in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said the Post-consumer Paint Collection Program will make it easier for households and businesses to safely dispose of leftover … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Urges Caution as Statewide Burn Ban Ends
While New York State's annual statewide ban prohibiting residential brush burning ended May 14, the State DEC is still urging caution. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "The risk of wildfires remains … [Read more...]
Spring Turkey Season Opens Sunday, May 1
Spring turkey season opens on Sunday, May 1, in all of upstate New York. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the spring turkey harvest in New York averages approximately 19,000 birds and varies … [Read more...]
