Wednesday, June 25, 2014

New Crossbow Hunting Law for Fall 2014

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Are you an avid hunter?  New state legislation for the 2014 hunting season will allow the taking of game by the use of crossbow at certain times and places in New York.  The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is accepting public comment on proposed hunting rule changes through July 21, 2014.

These law changes will allow the taking of big game (deer and bear) during the hunting season in which use of a firearm is allowed.  Exceptions include during the Youth Deer Hunting weekend and the January firearms deer season.  The law will also include the taking of small game (wild turkey and other game birds) during their respective hunting seasons.

Those who wish to make a formal public comment on the proposed rule can do so through July 21st by:
  • Sending an email: wildliferegs@gw.dec.state.ny.us (Subject: Crossbrow Regulations)
  • Writing a letter: Mr. Bryan L. Swift, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Bureau of Wildlife, 625 Broadway, Albany, NY 12233-4754.
If you would like to learn more about the proposed rule, visit the DEC website or their information on crossbow hunting. 

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