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Goodman Mountain trail near Tupper Lake is temporarily closed after a bull moose was spotted in the area. The DEC says the closure is for public safety and to avoid disturbing the animal. Hikers are urged to choose another trail until further notice.

Fawns, baby birds, and so many other offspring are coming to life during the spring season.

A new New York bill aims to restrict permits for large dairy farms, sparking strong opposition from upstate farmers who say it threatens family-owned operations and local economies. Lawmakers from New York City support the bill for environmental reasons, but rural communities argue it overlooks the realities of farming life. A new New York bill aims to restrict permits for large dairy farms, sparking strong opposition from upstate farmers who say it threatens family-owned operations and local economies. Lawmakers from New York City support the bill for environmental reasons, but rural communities argue it overlooks the realities of farming life. A new New York bill aims to restrict permits for large dairy farms, sparking strong opposition from upstate farmers who say it threatens family-owned operations and local economies. Lawmakers from New York City support the bill for environmental reasons, but rural communities argue it overlooks the realities of farming life.

Two new fishing records have been set in New York this May, marking an exciting month for anglers statewide. Dylan Kampnich landed a massive 37-pound channel catfish in Black River Bay, breaking a three-year-old record by almost two pounds. Just 10 days later, Alex Pidhorodeckyj caught a record-breaking fallfish from the St. Lawrence River, surpassing a 16-year-old record by nearly half a pound.

Planning a spring hike in the Adirondacks? Be careful—conditions are tricky this time of year. The DEC is urging hikers to avoid high-elevation trails due to melting snow, ice, and flooding. Lower trails are a safer bet, but even they can be muddy or wet. Know before you go and be ready for anything the trail throws at you!

The app that provides an easy way to display fishing licenses, privileges, plus view important hunting and fishing-related information.

Not everything can go in the trash in New York. Several items are illegal to just toss in the garbage.

Beware! Bears will soon be the move and New Yorkers are encountering them more than ever before.

Those planning on visiting New York's most popular hiking spots are being warned about the increased danger of avalanches.

Information collected from the survey provides insights into the long-term trajectory of New York State’s moose population.

It’s not every day you get called to save a moose stuck in icy water, but that’s exactly what happened on a lake in Upstate New York.

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.