hunting

Upstate New York communities mourn as two hunters are found deceased in separate incidents. Search teams from multiple agencies joined forces to locate them in Otsego and Schuyler counties.

Bobcats are making a comeback in New York, and their increasing numbers have stirred both excitement and concern among locals. What’s really going on out there?

The DEC’s new e-tag system lets NY hunters go paperless, report harvests instantly, and skip printing fees.

New York’s 2025 bowhunting season is underway with major rule changes.

New York hunters can now use crossbows during bow season with a Bow Hunter Education Certificate and Archery Privilege, thanks to updated 2025 legislation.

The DEC is looking to update New York’s hunting rules with digital tagging, quicker reporting, youth tag replacements, and changes to the DMAP program.

Hunters across New York State are dreaming of getting back in to the woods this month as one of the most exciting and rewarding seasons is about to start.

Three Vermont residents managed to turn a New York deer hunt into an epic comedy of errors you have to hear to believe.

A famous buck in New York is down. And he was taken illegally.

Good news for hunters in New York. There’s an extra opportunity to hit the field this December. Two latest season pheasant stockings have been added.

Are you ready for pheasant hunting in New York? Nearly 5,000 ring-necked pheasants are being released for the fall season.

A pair of repeat poachers in Upstate New York are facing hefty fines and won't be hunting anytime soon.