safety tips

It took a Conservation Officer ten days to track down a bear with a bird feeder stuck on its head.

While most of us were grilling and chilling on the Fourth of July, New York Forest Rangers, assistants, climbers and a helicopter were needed to rescue an injured hiker near Lake Placid.
Wilderness rescues aren't uncommon in the world of New York Forest Rangers. A t...

Rescuers have to ascend and descend the Adirondacks highest peaks in three feet of snow and ice.

Forest Rangers, emergency response organizations, and search and rescue groups are asked to put their own lives in danger at all times of the day and night.

Those numbers don't include enforcing hunting and fishing regulations, fighting wildfires, or holding educational sessions with students.

Halloween is here and to make sure every trick or treater has a safe and fun night, here are some tips to keep in mind when heading out.

It took Forest Rangers, police and fire departments from 3 states to find them.

Police confirmed it, but now the New York Department of Environmental Conservation can't find the carcass.

Being prepared for an emergency can be the difference between life or death.

With the dangerously cold wind chills hitting central New York, don't forget about keeping your pets safe.

Typically Memorial Day is the start of summer. That could also be the start of your grilling season. When you do get out the grill it's important to remember theses simple safety tips to avoid disaster.

Forget the pens, the sneakers, or other school supply items. The most important 'Back to School' product you will purchase for your child this year is their backpack. Not many parents think about this, but choosing the right book bag is the key to keeping your developing child healthy.