Below are Hick’s thoughts on a number of issues from his talk and interviews with the Explorer.

For those who love to hunt in New York State, you will need a license and the NYSDEC has released the date when they go on ...

Working with researchers at Cornell University and State University of New York Environmental Science and Forestry, DEC ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced the addition of 12 new locations to the New ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation added 12 new locations to the New York Birding Trail in July. Of ...

Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday that June 28-29 is a free fishing weekend in New York State, encouraging New Yorkers ...

Forest Rangers responded to a wide range of incidents last week, including wilderness rescues, search operations, and public ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will conduct a vehicle-based radiological survey of Erie and Niagara counties ...

TOMPKINS COUNTY, N.Y. (WBNG) -- In Tompkins County, Cornell University and the state Department of Environmental Conservation ...

The Sisters of St. Joseph's 43-acre woodland in Brentwood is now protected, safeguarding aquifers and enhancing community ...

The New York state DEC is proposing digital hunting tags, a shorter reporting deadline, and new opportunities for youth ...