New Yorkers are being encouraged to participate in the state's annual survey for wild turkeys. Throughout August, participants can record observed dates, locations, sex, and ages of wild turkeys by using an online form. The form can be filled out … [Read more...]
Spring Turkey Season Starts Today in Upstate New York
The regular spring turkey season for all licensed turkey hunters opens today in Upstate New York. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said spring turkey harvest in New York averages approximately 16,000 to 18,000 birds but varies … [Read more...]
Spring Turkey Season Opens May 1 in New York State
Spring turkey season opens today in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said one of the new rules that went into effect last fall allows shot sizes as small as Number 9 for turkey hunting. This regulatory change … [Read more...]
State DEC Encouraging New Yorkers to Take Part in Annual Wild Turkey Survey
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is encouraging New Yorkers to take part in the State's annual survey of wild turkeys. Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "Citizen scientists provide important data that helps our biologists examine … [Read more...]
Spring Turkey Season Opens Sunday, May 1
Spring turkey season opens on Sunday, May 1, in all of upstate New York. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the spring turkey harvest in New York averages approximately 19,000 birds and varies … [Read more...]
NYS Proposing Changes to Wild Turkey Hunting Regulations
New York State is proposing changes to wild turkey hunting regulations that the DEC says will give hunters more turkey hunting opportunities. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the proposal, if … [Read more...]