Department of Environmental Conservation

If you're spending time outside in New York this summer, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has one important reminder: if you spot Giant Hogweed, admire it from a distance and don't touch it.

A fishing trip turned into an amazing rescue mission for a couple of boys and their fathers recently near the Mohawk River in Upstate New York.

Not all of these species are necessarily welcome in the area.

Members of the New York State Police Aviation Unit assisted in rescuing three victims who were involved in a small engine plane crash Wednesday.

The Department of Environmental Conservation has officially announced that 2024 was among the safest years ever for hunters in New York State.

Forest Rangers jumped into action earlier this week to rescue two hikers who were stuck on the ice near a popular hiking waterfall in upstate New York.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is asking all New Yorkers to do their part to help protect our trees.

Investigation into solid waste dumping recently concluded in Wappingers Falls, NY.

If you hunt in the Empire State, you want to make sure you pay attention to this change in the rules

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation would like you to think twice before feeding the birds bread, here's why