The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced the dates for the 2024-2025 hunting season. The season will run from September 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Hunters are required to have a valid hunting license and follow all applicable safety regulations.
Hunting is an important part of New York State’s outdoor recreation tradition. It provides opportunities for hunters to enjoy the state’s natural resources and to harvest game for food and other purposes. Hunting also helps to control deer populations and reduce the risk of deer-vehicle collisions.