NY Closing Kaaterskill Falls to Encourage Social Distancing
The Falls, viewing platform, connecting trails, and parking areas will be closed with some area roads blocked.
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Bears Are Beginning to Come out of Hibernation in NYS
The weather is getting warmer which means bears are coming out of hibernation. The DEC is reminding New Yorkers to follow their guidelines to reduce bear/human contact.
New York State Burn Ban in Effect Starting Next Week
The DEC announced that a burn ban will go into effect all across New York State starting March 16 and running through May 14 to reduce the risk of wildfires.
Central and Upstate New York Free Youth Turkey Hunt 2020 Date Set
The event is for youth 12 to 15 years old.
Zebra Mussels Found in Delta Lake Will Effect Rome Hatchery
The stocking of Brook, Rainbow, and Brown Trout will be effected in may New York waters this year.
Free Ice Fishing Weekend Coming to Central New York
Fish any of New York's waters without a license.
How Many Walleye Call Oneida Lake Home, A Whole Mess of 'Em
Stricter fishing regulations and cormorant manage credited with hitting a milestone.
Protect Yourself And Pets From Coyotes
At this time last year, two dogs were killed after 7-10 coyotes, running loose in the Glass Factory/Morgan road, attacked them.
DEC Officers Rescue Sad and Emaciated Bear Cub in Old Forge
A bear cub is getting much needed care after being rescued in Old Forge.
NY Forest Rangers Perform Search and Rescue Almost Daily
Those numbers don't include enforcing hunting and fishing regulations, fighting wildfires, or holding educational sessions with students.