| Species | Season | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Crow | General · Fri – Mon only | Sep 1, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027 |
| Snipe | General | Sep 1, 2026 – Nov 9, 2026 |
| Squirrel | General · Gray, Black & Fox Squirrel | Sep 1, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Black bear | Firearm · Regular Bear · Northern Zone | Sep 19, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 |
| Ruffed grouse | General | Sep 20, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 |
| Coyote | General · Except Long Island & NYC | Oct 1, 2026 – Mar 28, 2027 |
| Snowshoe hare | General · Northern Zone | Oct 1, 2026 – Mar 21, 2027 |
Data verified 1 month ago against official New York State Department of Environmental Conservation sources.
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