NEW YORK \u2014 New York State\u2019s fall hunting schedule begins this month, featuring the early openings for big game, migratory birds and small game.<\/p>\n
Enjoying outdoor recreation during hunting season requires careful planning to ensure safety. Always wear high-visibility blaze orange or pink, stay on designated trails and know exactly when and what types of hunting are permitted in the area.<\/p>\n
Key September hunting season start dates:<\/p>\n
\u2013 black bear: September 12, Early Firearms in select Southern Zone areas; September 19, Regular and Bowhunting in select Northern Zone areas.<\/p>\n
\u2013 Canada goose: September 1 in upstate New York; September 8 in certain Long Island Regions.<\/p>\n
\u2013 deer: September 12, early Antlerless season for specific Wildlife Management Units (WMUs); September 27, early bowhunting for all Northern Zone WMUs.<\/p>\n
\u2013 gray, black, and fox squirrel: September 1, in areas of New York State except Long Island and NYC.<\/p>\n
\u2013 pheasant: September 26 and 27, Youth Hunt Days in select Northern Zone areas.<\/p>\n
\u2013 ruffed grouse: September 20, in select Northern Zone areas.<\/p>\n
\u2013 waterfowl: September 26 and 27, Youth and Military Days in select areas.<\/p>\n
Season dates vary by region and WMU, hunters should verify exact zones and dates before heading out.<\/p>\n
For more information, visit https:\/\/dec.ny.gov\/things-to-do\/hunting\/seasons.<\/p>\n
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