2021 FALL CONVENTION RECAP
While you often hear from me asking for/inviting more support and participation in the Council, I must also acknowledge the strong base of support that we have now within the Council and that was shown with this year’s convention.

RESOLUTIONS DUE FEBRUARY 1ST
For more information on the resolution process please visit our website and click on the notice on the homepage..

COMMITTEE APPLICATION
Appointment to NYSCC Committees is not automatic. If you have served on a committee in the past and wish to do so again, you must re-apply each year..

PICTURE PERFECT WEATHER GREETS YOUTHFUL HUNTERS
For 27-years, organizers of the Federation of Dutchess County Fish and Game Clubs’ annual youth pheasant hunt have paid close attention to weather forecasts in the weeks and days leading up to the hunt.

KEVIN BUSCH 1956-2021
It is with a heavy heart we report the passing of Kevin Busch, Albany County Representative, on July 19th. Kevin was a strong and dedicated member of the New York State Conservation Council who was active, involved and strongly spoke out in support of the Sporting Community.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
If the leaves are starting to turn, it’s not just time to circle opening days on your calendar. The kiddos are on the yellow bus means Congress is back in session.

SEND US YOUR PHOTOS & STORIES
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FUNDRAISING
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CANNED WILD GAME MEAT
Whether you are cleaning out the freezer to make room for this hunting season or you have fresh venison, bear, or goose meat,...

CALENDAR
10am-4pm Join DEC for the Fall Family Fishing Festival at Hempstead Lake State Park. Visit DEC website for more info..