Beware of Bears! New Yorkers Are Running Into More Than Ever Before
Beware! Bears are on the move and New Yorkers are encountering them more than ever before.
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DEC Rescues 2 Dogs on Thin Ice, A Goose and Wild Turkey In NY
What a turkey, right? New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Police Officers (ECOs) and Investigators had plenty of rescues the last week in March. Look at how they made a difference in these animals' lives.
Heading to the Adirondacks in New York? You May Need a Parking Permit
State and local agencies came up with a parking registration program that will prevent parked cars from clogging the trailheads for popular hikes like Indian Head and and Rainbow Falls.
Beware of Infected Moss Balls Recalled From Utica/Rome Pet Stores
Here's how to get a refund and properly dispose of moss balls.
Residential Brush Burning Prohibited In New York State March 16 – May 14
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) annually issues a statewide burn ban from March 16 through May 14. We know your itching to clean up your yard, but don't burn that brush yet!
DEC Warns Utica Rome Residents to be Coyote Conscious
Do this if you come face to face with a coyote.
Oriskany Falls & Massena Host April Youth Turkey Hunts
A day of hunting education and a weekend to bag a turkey for youth 12 to 15.
DEC Hiring Boat Inspector’s In Oneida County For 2021 Season
The boat inspector's official name is 'Watercraft Inspection Stewards' and provides public education and outreach at boat launches to prevent aquatic invasive species spread.
Becoming an Outdoors Woman in the Snow Goes Virtual in Utica/Rome
Women in the Utica and Rome area don't have to miss out on these awesome free classes because it's gone virtual!
Herkimer County DEC Officer Named Wildlife Officer of the Year
The New York State DEC is celebrating one of its officers from Herkimer County, who was recently named Wildlife Officer of the Year by an international group.