Department of Environmental Conservation

Invasive spotted lanternflies, posing a significant threat to crops, are hitchhiking on cars; state officials urge public action to prevent their spread.

New Yorkers are encouraged to report wild turkey sightings to the DEC's online survey

The state Department of Environmental Conservation reported the 2022 hunting season was one of the safest on record, with only nine injuries and one fatality. The department continues to push training for new hunters.

The grant of nearly $640,000 aims to aid State Department of Environmental Conservation forest rangers by acquiring volunteer firefighters in rural areas.

Basil Seggos, the Department of Environmental Conservation’s commissioner, says he was “pulled” to volunteer after watching the war unfold.

The Department of Environmental Conservation is lifting the drought watch after recent rain showers in New York.

New Yorkers can break out their fishing poles for the state's free fishing day this Saturday,

The Finger Lakes Land Trust received a grant from the state and plan on using to regulate private property near the source of Syracuse's drinking water.

Turtles are often more active this time of year during May and June. The NYS State DEC is warning drivers to be on the lookout.

Officials say the entire network should be completed by summer.