Don't carve the bark!
Using a blade to carve your initials into a tree may seem romantic but you're being advised to find another way to show your love.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says carving into bark can lead to an early death for the tree...
An elaborate poaching scheme has been uncovered in New York. And the guilty parties won't be hunting for awhile after having their licenses revoked for 5 years.
There's nothing like the beauty of Mother Nature in Upstate New York during the winter season. However, the unpredictable weather and recent storms in the backcountry have created some dangerous hiking conditions.
A hiking trip in New York turned tragic when one hiker fell 80 feet while taking pictures.
A couple hiking on Beacon Hill trail in Minnewaska State Park stopped to take a few shots at the edge of the cliff to capture the moment. A woman lost her footing and fell...
It is not a secret that whales are amongst the most visible marine life to return in abundance to New York waters. The massive beasts of the sea can be seen frequently from Manhattan to Montauk. However, a dark secret regarding the New York whale population is coming to light, people are intentionally chasing them and bumping them.
Nine break-ins in any town are going to cause alarm. When black bears are the culprits, that may be a bit more concerning. However, when your town sports a 'Bear Task Force', you probably have some level of expectation for this type of invasion.