News and Announcements
The rulemaking begins a multi-phase process of updating New York State’s list of animal species classified as endangered, threatened, or of special concern. The draft regulation addresses species of fish, a…
NYSDEC announced $343,852 in grants for projects to restore aquatic connectivity, reduce local flood risks, and improve water quality in the towns of Stephentown, Rensselaer County and…
NYSDEC and Trust for Public Land announced the permanent protection of 505 acres in Dutchess County. The State’s land acquisition will create the new Grape Hollow State Forest, providing enhanced wildlife…
Cornell University researchers released a new publication that illustrates the important contributions and dedication that local municipalities bring to conservation and land-use planning in New York State. The…
NYSDEC and OPRHP released a proposed strategy document for implementing New York’s commitment to support the national goal of conserving 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030. The draft …
This annual campaign encourages New Yorkers to learn more about and support the fight against the spread of invasive species. New York State is hosting free public events and invasive species…
DEC Adds Nearly 8,000 Acres to State's Wildlife Management Areas with Federal Grants and State Funds
The DEC Division of Fish and Wildlife recently implemented two long-term federal grants that permanently protected nearly 8,000 acres of habitat now added to the New York State Wildlife Management Area system…
Governor Hochul announced $1 million in grant funding available for projects to help communities in the Hudson River Valley improve water quality, advance stewardship of habitat and natural resources, and enhance…
Westchester Land Trust (WLT) permanently protected 40 acres of land in Cortlandt adjacent to WLT’s McGregor Pond Preserve, increasing the size of the preserve to nearly 112 acres. The newly…
DEC has started a public comment period for threatened and endangered species draft regulations until July 16, 2024. No specific substantial changes to existing threatened and endangered species protections are…
DEC extended the application deadline for grants to support tributary restoration through the improvement of culverts and road-stream crossings to June 21, 2024. The…
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the permanent protection of 3,700 acres of forestland on the picturesque Rensselaer Plateau. The land in the towns of Poestenkill and Sand Lake, Rensselaer County — now the Cowee…