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There are many ways to experience New York’s great outdoors. Maybe you’ll get hooked on fishing or discover sleeping under the stars is the perfect way to spend a weekend. We have information for beginners up to the more advanced outdoor enthusiast.

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Looking for your next adventure? New York has more than 5 million acres, 7,000 lakes and streams, and 52,000 miles of rivers and streams for you to explore. Use our Places to Go search tool to find locations nearby for your favorite outdoor activity.

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Nature
New York is home to many animals and plant species – both native and invasive. Learn how we protect open space and reclaim land after mining is complete. Discover the water around you in lakes and rivers, wetlands, oceans, and underground.

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Environmental Protection
DEC protects the land, water, and air resources in New York. Whether it is addressing climate change effects, promoting responsible waste management, monitoring air quality, overseeing contaminated site clean-ups, or oil and gas mining monitoring, DEC is there to safeguard the environment; you can too by reporting environmental violations and problems.

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Regulatory
DEC uses policies and regulations to limit environmental impacts. We issue permits and licenses to individuals, municipalities, and corporations so they can comply with these regulations.

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The Environmental Notice Bulletin lets you know about projects or regulations being proposed each week. Sign up for one of DEC’s many electronic newsletter topics or subscribe to the Conservationist, New York State’s award-winning nature magazine.

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DEC sponsors events across New York including informational webinars, public meetings, and in-person environmental education sessions. Environmental justice programs address needs in disadvantaged communities and many grants are available for community groups and municipalities.

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Mammals

Bats of New York State (PDF)

Black Bears of New York State Brochure (PDF)

Black Bears of New York State Poster (PDF)

Beaver Brochure (PDF)

Beaver Poster (PDF)

White-Tailed Deer Brochure (PDF)

White-Tailed Deer Poster (PDF)

Mammals of New York State Brochure (PDF)

Mammals of New York State Poster (PDF)

Moose Brochure (PDF)

Moose Poster (PDF)

Skull Science (PDF)

Squirrels of New York State (PDF)

Whales of New York State (PDF)

If You Care, Leave Them There (PDF)

Birds

Birds of New York Brochure (PDF)

American Woodcock (PDF)

Owls of New York State (PDF)

Raptors of New York State (PDF)

Ruffed Grouse (PDF)

Waterfowl Identification (PDF)

Wild Turkey Brochure (PDF)

Wild Turkey Poster (PDF)

Reptiles and Amphibians

Frogs and Toads of New York State (PDF)

Lake, Pond, and Stream Salamanders of New York State (PDF)

Lesser Known Snakes (PDF)

Lizards of New York State (PDF)

Sea Turtles of New York State Brochure (PDF)

Sea Turtles of New York State Poster (PDF)

Snakes of New York State (PDF)

Turtles of New York State Brochure (PDF)

Turtles of New York State Poster (PDF)

Woodland and Vernal Pool Salamanders of NYS Brochure (PDF)

Woodland and Vernal Pool Salamanders of NYS Poster (PDF)

Insects, Mollusks, and Other Invertebrates

Backyard Bugs Brochure (PDF)

Backyard Bugs Poster (PDF)

Butterflies and Moths in New York State Brochure (PDF)

Common Spiders (PDF)

Fish

Offshore Saltwater Sportfish (PDF)

Freshwater Sportfish (PDF)

Nearshore Saltwater Sportfish (PDF)

Wildlife Viewing Opportunities

Winter Tracks (PDF)

Summer Pond Poster (PDF)

Winter Pond Poster (PDF)

Other

Conservation Heroes (PDF)

Minerals of New York State Poster (PDF)

New York State Symbols (PDF)

Orchids of New York State (PDF)

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