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Big Game Hunting Information

Hunting Deer in New York

Deer hunting is one of the most popular sporting opportunities in New York State. Properly controlled deer hunting is an important tool in managing deer populations; striking a balance in wildlife and habitat resources. Deer populations have been on the upswings since the turn of the 20th century through carefully monitored hunting regulations and improved habitat. Some deer hunting related topic, precautions, programs and data are provided on this page for your reference.

Bear in New York

New York State has between 6,000 to 7,000 black bears in the wild. They are about 4 to 7 foot long from nose to tail with small eyes, rounded ears, a long snout, a large body, a short tail, shaggy hair, and can come in different shades of black, brown, cinnamon, and blond. Almost all New York black bears are black. Black bears are naturally shy animals and would normally avoid human contact whenever possible.

Black bear hunting is permitted in the fall in certain Wildlife Management Units primarily within the Adirondack, Catskill (455 kb PDF) and Allegany regions. Hunting is the primary management tool to control the bear population.




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