Target Shooting at Tonawanda Swamp Illegal?

Target Shooting at Tonawanda Swamp Illegal?

by | Jan 21, 2022 | Conservation News

DEC Announces Closure of All Target Shooting Activity at Tonawanda Wildlife Management Area

Closure Takes Effect Feb. 1

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that beginning Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022, target shooting will be prohibited at Tonawanda Wildlife Management Area (WMA), located in DEC’s Regions 8 and 9. The closure will bring the WMA into compliance with recently adopted regulations for WMAs statewide that prohibit target shooting.

DEC adopted statewide regulations following a public comment period last year and is exploring additional options to provide safe and ecologically sound target shooting at alternative locations throughout the state.

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ALERT! Harmful Algae Blooms

ALERT! Harmful Algae Blooms

by | Oct 30, 2021 | Conservation News

Harmful Algae Blooms In WNY. Fish Consumption Risk. Exposure Risk to Dogs and Small Children at Risk

Consuming contaminated water or fish can cause serious illness and skin exposure can cause rashes. Dogs and small children are most at risk.

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What is a harmful algal bloom?

A Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) contains organisms that can produce toxins. Most algae are harmless and are components of an aquatic ecosystem. HABs are likely to occur in slow moving water with excess nutrients. HABs are harmful to people and animals.

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Fatal Deer Disease in N.Y.

Fatal Deer Disease in N.Y.

by | Oct 2, 2021 | Conservation News

Special Alert from the DEC

The state DEC on Thursday confirmed Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease in Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Nassau, Oswego, Suffolk, and Ulster counties. DEC is tracking suspected cases in Albany, Jefferson, Oneida, Orange, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Sullivan, and Westchester counties. To date, the DEC has received reports of approximately 700 dead deer.

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New Rules for Deer and Bear Hunting

New Rules for Deer and Bear Hunting

by | Sep 7, 2021 | Conservation News

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that DEC has adopted new rules for deer and bear hunting in New York. Rule changes include extending hunting hours and dress code requirements when afield to improve hunter safety.

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