Category: Nature – Environment

DEC Environmental Conservation Officer Highlights

  DEC Environmental Conservation Officer Highlights ECO Actions for Early August New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law, protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality…

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CLIMATE TALKS are coming to Millerton, New York next week

  CLIMATE TALKS are coming to Millerton, New York next week. We’ll be hosting 3 post screening audience discussions facilitated by regional experts after AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL shows on 8/21 – 4:20pm; 8/23 – 4:20pm and 8/24 – 7:20pm. Guests include author,…

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Be-a-Better-Gardener Fall-Blooming Bulbs

  Be-a-Better-Gardener Fall-Blooming Bulbs By Thomas Christopher   We think of spring as the season for flowering bulbs, but in fact there is a choice selection — too often overlooked by gardeners — that bloom in the fall.  The fall bloomers…

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DEC Announces State Hunting and Trapping Education Courses are Gearing up

  DEC Announces State Hunting and Trapping Education Courses are Gearing up Training in Safe Handling of Firearms and Hunting Required before Purchasing a Hunting License New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminded all…

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Governor Announces 850 Solar Projects Across New York State Through Second Round of Solarize Campaign

  First Two Rounds of Solarize Campaigns Under NY-Sun Initiative to Result in More Than $2.9 Million in Cost Savings for Residents and Businesses Supports State’s Goal of 50 Percent of Electricity in New York Coming from Renewable Sources by…

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DEC Announces Comprehensive Plan to Minimize Risk of Chronic Wasting Disease to New York Deer and Moose Herds

  DEC Announces Comprehensive Plan to Minimize Risk of Chronic Wasting Disease to New York Deer and Moose Herds Public Comments on the Draft Plan Accepted Through September 1 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today…

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The Garden Conservancy’s Open Days Program Invites the Public to Visit Columbia County Gardens and Shop for Plants on August 19th

  The Garden Conservancy’s Open Days Program Invites the Public to Visit Columbia County Gardens and Shop for Plants on August 19th   Garrison, NY: On Saturday, August 19th, the public is invited to tour two private gardens in Copake…

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Thinking about Deer Season Yet? Start Planning Your Next NY Hunt.

  Thinking about Deer Season Yet? Start Planning Your Next NY Hunt.   Hunting Licenses are now available for the 2017-18 seasons. Licenses and permits can be purchased at any one of DEC’s license-issuing agents, by telephone (866-933-2257) or online. Hunting and trapping…

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DEC to Host Sixth Annual Great Hudson River Fish Count on August 5

  DEC to Host Sixth Annual Great Hudson River Fish Count on August 5 Fish Count at Multiple Sites on Hudson River Banks and Piers The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced that the sixth annual…

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Governor Announces New Free Fishing Days and 2017-18 Hunting and Trapping Licenses Go on Sale Starting August 1st

  Governor Cuomo Announces New Free Fishing Days and 2017-18 Hunting and Trapping Licenses Go on Sale Starting August 1st Events Support Governor Cuomo’s NY Open for Fishing and Hunting Initiative New Free Fishing Days Include Weekend Preceding Presidents Day,…

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Dutchess County Collaborates with Local Land Trusts to Preserve Iconic Shenandoah Farm in East Fishkill

  Dutchess County Collaborates with Local Land Trusts to Preserve Iconic Shenandoah Farm in East Fishkill Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro has announced Dutchess County has completed acquisition of a 39-acre farmland conservation easement that expands the iconic…

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DEC Seeks Participants for Summer Wild Turkey Survey

  DEC Seeks Participants for Summer Wild Turkey Survey Citizen Scientists Help DEC Gauge Turkey Population New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today encouraged New Yorkers to participate in a survey for wild turkeys and…

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Be-A-Better-Gardener – Irrigation

  Be-A-Better-Gardener – Irrigation  A drip irrigation system or soaker hose will water deeply and minimize water waste. By Thomas Christopher   July is typically the hottest month of the year in the Northeast.  That means it’s the time when plants…

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United States Climate Alliance Launches Website to Inform Americans on State Actions to Address Climate Change

  United States Climate Alliance Launches Website to Inform Americans on State Actions to Address Climate Change   U.S. Climate Alliance, Co-Chaired By Governors Cuomo, Brown and Inslee, Releases Guiding Principles in Commitment to Uphold Paris Agreement Colorado Joins U.S….

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