Nys Dec

Jan 15, 2025 | wpdh.com | Nys Dec

Recently, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) announced what they called a "significant step" in the protection of some of the state's most vital land. While the majority of the country seems to immediately think of the city when they hear the words "New York", local residents know exactly how rural most of the state is. Starting this month, an additional million acres of land will now be protected.

Jan 14, 2025 | hudsonvalleypost.com | Nys Dec

Recently, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) announced what they called a "significant step" in the protection of some of the state's most vital land. While the majority of the country seems to immediately think of the city when they hear the words "New York", local residents know exactly how rural most of the state is. Starting this month, an additional million acres of land will now be protected.

Jan 14, 2025 | wrrv.com | Nys Dec

Recently, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) announced what they called a "significant step" in the protection of some of the state's most vital land. While the majority of the country seems to immediately think of the city when they hear the words "New York", local residents know exactly how rural most of the state is. Starting this month, an additional million acres of land will now be protected.

Nov 30, 2024 | adirondackalmanack.com | Nys Dec

Black bass fishing season catch-and-release only from Dec. 1-June 14Smallmouth and Largemouth bass are the largest members of the sunfish family, and the most sought-after freshwater sportfish in New York State. Starting on Sunday, Dec. 1 through Saturday, June 14, black bass fishing season (Smallmouth and Largemouth) is catch and release only, as well as artificial lures only. Over the last several decades, bass fishing culture has moved away from catch and keep to catch and release.

Nov 16, 2024 | adirondackalmanack.com | Nys Dec

On Nov. 15 the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) advised visitors to be mindful of winter weather conditions in the Adirondacks. Recreators should be prepared with proper clothing and equipment for snow, ice, and cold to ensure a safe winter experience. The Adirondacks are already experiencing winter conditions despite pleasant fall days at lower elevations. In the High Peaks, the Lake Colden outpost caretaker is reporting icy trail conditions and unsafe lake ice.