Press-Republican Outdoors

Finding the ice, and the fish

2012-02-12T02:22:59-05:00

With unseasonably warm weather, ice fishing has been sparse this season, though some anglers are having great success, columnist Dan Ladd writes.

Outdoors Briefs: Feb. 12, 2012

2012-02-12T02:22:56-05:00

New York City opens 3 upstate reservoirs to small boats; New York man dies after fall at popular Vermont ski area.

State considers bobcat management plan

2012-02-07T02:28:53-05:00

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking public comments on a plan that will help officials adjust hunting and trapping seasons for the species statewide.

Potential plight of the bobcat

2012-02-05T02:22:59-05:00

Impact of the new DEC bobcat management plan has yet to be determined, columnist Elizabeth Lee writes.

DEC: 2011 ties for safest hunting season

2012-02-05T02:22:56-05:00

In the 2011 hunting seasons, 26 personal injury hunting-related shooting incidents were reported, including four fatalities.

Spruce grouse plan ready for public

2012-02-05T02:22:53-05:00

The recovery plan provides a comprehensive review of the spruce grouse and proposes a strategy for preventing the loss of this species from the state.

Plan now for DEC's summer camps

2012-01-29T02:22:59-05:00

There is an endless amount of learning and social activities that take place at these camps, writes Dan Ladd.

Working to restore the chestnut

2012-01-22T02:22:59-05:00

Columnist Elizabeth Lee reflects on the chestnut trees that were and how they could make a comeback.

Cast away the cold — A guide to the start of ice-fishing season

2012-01-22T02:22:56-05:00

Ice fishing is accessible and affordable. But understanding fish behavior is critical to a successful day on the ice.

Outdoors Brief: Jan. 22, 2012

2012-01-22T02:22:53-05:00

Rod and gun pike derby set for February