Department of Environmental Conservation

DEC warns of attracting bears waking this spring

April 13, 2024 · New York, New York Local News

DELMAR, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says after hibernating through the winter, bears are back on the hunt for food. Bear encounters are more common during…

DEC: Spring trout fishing season starts April 1

March 26, 2024 · New York, New York Local News

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds fishing enthusiasts that April 1 marks the beginning of spring trout fishing season. The harvest season will…