Bowhunter groups fighting the proposed legislation, which would open up crossbow hunting in the state, were dealt a blow this month when the bill literally rose from the dead and ran off.
New York wildlife biologists don’t see all-day spring gobbler hunting in the state’s near future, even though it’s a move neighboring states like Pennsylvania and Ohio have made in recent years
Legislation that could pave the way for a dove hunting season in New York has been introduced in the state Senate.
DEC has loosened its summer flounder (fluke), scup (porgy) and black sea bass regulations in light of data that shows those fish stocks are healthier than originally believed
Some iffy weather, courtesy of a cold front that swept across the state on the first morning of New York’s two-day youth turkey hunt, likely impacted harvest numbers this year.
A proposed three-day youth deer hunt over the Columbus Day weekend has remained intact as DEC moves toward regulatory approval of several portions of its five-year deer management plan.
Not many states could see their spring gobbler harvest numbers plummet to less than half of what it was 10 years ago but still maintain a reputation as a great turkey-hunting state.
DEC's five-year deer management plan has kept intact a proposed three-day youth deer hunt over the Columbus Day weekend, set for this fall pending final regulatory approval.
Smart phone apps for outdoorsmenThree years ago I didn’t own a smart phone, I barely knew the meaning of “app,” and I judged anyone waiting in line to buy an smart phone a pathetic mope with too much free time. |
Best of new lure offerings for open water fishingAnglers heading out for the opener have more options for their tackle boxes than ever before |
Great new rods and reels for open water 2012Anglers demand lighter, species-specific equipment. Manufacturers respond |
Up your 2012 angling odds with newer, better fishing lineToday, they’re a dozens of lines and although their names, and the technology used to create them, are hard to pronounce – boy do they have it goin’ on! |
New Ground Blinds for Deer and Turkey HuntingThe popularity of ground blinds has been on the rise for several years, and for good reason. Getting eye-to-eye with a mature buck or a wise old gobbler can really get the heart pumping. |
Fun fishing in early walleye territory: crankbaits! |
Cornering Shallow-Water CrappieWarming water lures fish to shallows; online video details best angling techniques |
Can’t miss early walleye tactics of 2012: live-bait rigs |
Early season walleye jigging tactics |
Alaska Game and Fish shares bear safety tipsAlthough the heavy winter snow may have them wanting to hit the snooze button, it won't be long before local bears begin to rise and shine for the spring. |
Turkey Hunting Safety TipsSuccessful hunting trips require a combination of skill, patience and most importantly, preparation. As turkey season rapidly approaches, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) encourages preparation first, hoping that hunters will brush up on important turkey hunting safety tips before hitting the woods. |
State’s cash crunch forces DEC to prioritize projects
New York’s saltwater angler numbers have in the past been estimated at nearly 300,000. But not nearly that many anglers have signed into the n-fee registry put in place following the repeal of the state’s saltwater fishing license last year.
On a normal Sunday afternoon in mid-February, the parking lot at Million Dollar Beach in Lake George would be jammed with cars, pickup trucks and trailers from ice fishermen accessing the big lake.
All-day gobbler huntingPosted on Mon, 14 May 2012 |
Cell-ing point: Talking turkeyPosted on Mon, 30 Apr 2012 |
Turkeys, trout and hockey: A sleepless month of MayPosted on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 |
WFN helps highlight N.Y.’s angling resourcesPosted on Mon, 14 May 2012 |
2012: A smelt odysseyPosted on Mon, 30 Apr 2012 |
Pen projects' unsung heroesPosted on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 |
Nugent not what we needPosted on Mon, 07 May 2012 |
A wind knot runs through itPosted on Mon, 23 Apr 2012 |
Home cooking for old BenPosted on Mon, 09 Apr 2012 |
All-day turkey huntingPosted on Mon, 07 May 2012 |
The waiting gamePosted on Mon, 23 Apr 2012 |
Way ahead of the gamePosted on Mon, 09 Apr 2012 |
Fun fishing in early walleye territory: crankbaits! |
Cornering Shallow-Water CrappieWarming water lures fish to shallows; online video details best angling techniques |
Can’t miss early walleye tactics of 2012: live-bait rigs |
Early season walleye jigging tactics |
How to Age Spring Tom TurkeysA few simple measurements can provide approximate age of birds |
Pecan Turkey with Maple SauceWith maple season in full swing, now is a great time to enjoy some of that fresh, boiled sap. |
Venison stew with barleyMany recipes lend themselves to substitutions… if you don’t have turkey, then chicken may be very tasty, as well. It’s no different when it comes to big game. |
Sweet Porchetta ‘Wild Hog’ SausageThis is most like a traditional Italian-flavored sausage, thanks to the fennel seeds and hint of sweetness. |
CWD Proclamation Signed for North DakotaThe 2012 proclamation establishing guidelines for transporting deer, elk and moose carcasses and carcass parts into and within North Dakota is now in effect as a precaution against the possible spread of chronic wasting disease. |
Idaho's Nonresident Deer and Elk Tag QuotasInformation for Nonresident Deer and Elk Tag Quotas for Idaho has recently been updated. |
South Dakota's Historic Custer State Park Cabin Opened For Second SeasonGov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that Valhalla, a historic cabin in Custer State park, will again be opened to the public for the summer season. |
Canadian border-crossing queries addressedWhen officials in Canada announced a directive that would enable a number of single-offense Americans to return to the country to hunt or fish – without paying a “rehabilitation” fee – they did so with a caveat |
Deadlines for 2012 western big-game huntsTools for planning a trip out west to bag a mule deer, elk, moose & more. |
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