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November 25, 2024

New York’s sponsored pheasant hunt opportunities continue through early January

Hunting, New York, News /

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is continuing to accept applications to host Sponsored Pheasant Hunts through Jan. 10, 2025.
Sponsored pheasant hunts can be hosted at any point during an open pheasant season. Although these hunts have historically been offered during youth hunt weekends and prior to firearms deer seasons, the pheasant season is very long and there is ample opportunity for late season sponsored hunts.

New York’s sponsored pheasant hunt opportunities continue through early January Read More »

New York DEC seeks public input on draft list of species of greatest conservation need

National News, Nature Page & Night Sky, New York, News /

Albany — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking public input on the draft list of Species of Greatest Conservation Need and associated species status assessments for use in updating New York’s State Wildlife Action Plan for 2025-35.

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PBA union clears the air on seizure of Peanut the squirrel after social media backlash sparks threats of violence

8 Comments / Discussions, Featured, Home Page News, National News, New York, News /

The union which represents the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Police has provided details and was calling for calm following social media backlash after ECOs seized a squirrel and raccoon from a man who was caring for the animals without a license.
The story of Peanut the squirrel made national headlines after ECOs on Oct. 30 seized the squirrel and a raccoon named Fred, from Nick Longo, of Pine City, in Chemung County. Longo had been caring for the squirrel at a self-established sanctuary since 2017.

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Access improvements made in New York’s Moose River Plains Wild Forest

Featured, Fishing, Hunting, National News, Nature Page & Night Sky, New York, News /

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has completed two access improvement projects in the Moose River Plains Wild Forest, in the Adirondacks.
The improvements enhance access to both Helldiver and Mitchell ponds in the unit, which is popular with outdoor recreationists year-round, including hunters, campers and snowmobilers.

Access improvements made in New York’s Moose River Plains Wild Forest Read More »

New York Mixed Bag: Annual Arbor Day Poster Contest welcoming submissions through Dec. 31

Hunting, Nature Page & Night Sky, New York, News /

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation recently announced the start of the annual Arbor Day Poster contest. Each year, DEC’s Urban and Community Forestry Program coordinates the contest to promote the value of trees.

New York Mixed Bag: Annual Arbor Day Poster Contest welcoming submissions through Dec. 31 Read More »

Dan Ladd: Rare November wildfires take a toll on New York

Featured, Nature Page & Night Sky, New York, Opinion /

There is a large waterfall near my home that is the namesake of the road I live on. Visible from the roadside, it’s not uncommon for passers-by to snap a photo or two. And when spring rains and snowmelt swell the brook, I can hear the falls from my home.
But right now when you pass by the falls, they are not even visible. That may change as just about the time we go to press with this issue some much needed rain is in the forecast for most of New York. That’s good news for the areas around Southeastern New York and New Jersey where wildfires have kept firefighters on their toes and even caused evacuations.

Dan Ladd: Rare November wildfires take a toll on New York Read More »

Muskies, walleyes carry Wapogasset, Bear Trap fisheries in Polk County, Wis.

Lake Profile, Lake Profile, Wisconsin /

Wapogasset and Bear Trap are productive lakes that receive heavy recreational boating use, high angling pressure, but still have quality, diverse fisheries.
The DNR last surveyed Wapogasset and Bear Trap in 2019 and 2021 to estimate adult walleye and muskie densities. The team assessed catch rates of largemouths, smallmouths, northern pike, bluegills, and other panfish to estimate abundance.

Muskies, walleyes carry Wapogasset, Bear Trap fisheries in Polk County, Wis. Read More »

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