Fred Bonn, Regional Director of the Finger Lakes State Parks, has announced the 2023-2024 hunting schedule for the region’s state parks. The complete list of parks and the type of hunting that are allowed can be found at https://westsidenewsny.com/news/2023-10-17/finger-lakes-state-park-announces-2022-2023-hunting-schedule/.
For all hunting in state parks, hunters must check with the park office to obtain a self-issue permit for any hunting and are responsible for referencing the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (D.E.C.) Hunting and Trapping Guide for the current dates and additional rules.
Other park rules and regulations that apply:
•All portable tree stands must have the owner’s name, address, and phone number. They must be removed at the end of the season unless otherwise noted.
•Safety zones and restricted areas are posted to ensure the safety of other park patrons and regional personnel. Signs will be posted at all parks during hunting season to notify patrons of this activity.
•Handguns are not permitted in any state park.
•No trapping is allowed at any of the state parks in the Finger Lakes Region.
•A valid New York State hunting license with the proper hunting credentials must be carried with all hunters at all times.
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