Can Dumping Unused Live Bait Damage the Ecosystem in the Hudson Valley?
Live bait is great for fishing in the Hudson Valley but can also cause big problems if it isn't handled correctly.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Caution: Bear Warning For Hudson Valley Campsites and Backyard BBQ’s
If you are outdoors with any kind of food the NYS DEC wants you to be prepared and be bear aware.
7 Facts You May Not Know About the Official Reptile of New York State
We found 7 interesting facts about snapping turtles in the Hudson Valley and there is one you may never have heard of that might surprise you.
NYS DEC Working to Make Lands More Accessible
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation wants you to know about their trails and parks that are accessible to persons with disabilities.
New York DEC Wants Your Help Finding Bear Dens
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking the public's help in locating bear dens in the Hudson Valley and across New York state.
DEC Announces $1.8 Million in Conservation Grants
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced over a million dollars in grants to land trusts in an effort to boost tourism, help with farmland protection and to provide more public access for recreation.