Department of Environmental Conservation

Hunting Licenses On Sale Now

• Report your harvest online!
• Find hunting information, hunting seasons, hunter education courses
• Buy your hunting or fishing license now
• Requirements for crossbow and DMPs

Love Our New York Lands

Learn how to Hike Smart NY with safety tips before heading out for a day of fun! Check out some Trails Less Traveled throughout New York State for a nice, quiet hike!

Recycle Your Paint

Thanks to convenient drop off sites, consumers now have a way to ensure the collection, reuse, and recycling of architectural paint.

Find drop-off locations here.

POPULAR TOPICS

• Fire Danger Map
• Temporary Shellfish Closures
• Air Quality Index (AQI)
• DECinfo Locator and other maps

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• Love Our NY Lands
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