New Yorkers are encouraged to “Get Offline and Get Outside” and visit DEC’s environmental exhibits at the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse. The Fair runs from Wednesday, Aug. 26, through Monday, Sept. 7.
DEC’s Aquarium Building
- View a wide array of fish and amphibians, which are maintained by DEC’s Oneida Hatchery staff throughout the duration of the Fair.
- Hunting, fishing, and trapping licenses will be available to purchase, as well as DEC’s new Trail Supporter patch for $5.
- All sales of the patch are deposited in the Conservation Fund's Outdoor Recreation, Trail Maintenance, and Development account.
- Visitors looking for hunter education course information are encouraged to stop by the Hunter Safety booth for details.
- DEC Environmental Conservation Police Officers will be in attendance and available to answer questions on environmental laws and regulations.
- Chat with Division of Lands and Forests staff and take home a free tree seedling supplied by the Saratoga Tree Nursery. Seedlings will be given away each day of the Fair, while supplies last.
- By planting trees, residents can help New York State reach its goal of planting 25 million trees by 2033.
Stop by the magazine booth to subscribe to Conservationist, New York's Premier outdoor magazine. You’ll get the ‘State Fair Special’ rate and receive a free gift with every subscription. Also, don’t miss your chance to win a kayak! Complete a short survey to be entered into the drawing. No purchase is necessary, but you must be 18 years or older and live in New York State to be eligible.
DEC Informational Booths around the Fair
Visit DEC staff at information booths around the Fair to learn about climate change, the Great Lakes, outdoor recreation, marine resources, and much more.
Forest Rangers
DEC Forest Rangers will be located near the New York State Police exhibit. The Forest Ranger booth will feature wildland firefighting and search and rescue equipment that Rangers use in the field. Smokey Bear will be accompanying the Rangers during the Fair’s evening parades!
