The Town Clerk's Office acts as a License Issuing Agent for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). They sell hunting and fishing licenses for residents and non-residents of New York State. The conservation license year begins October 1st and ends the following year on September 30th. Before purchasing a hunting license applicants must provide proof of hunter education and proof of residency.
Fishing licenses are valid for one year from the date of purchase/activation. There is no education requirement to obtain a fishing license.
Hunter Education
Residency
For more detailed information about hunting and fishing privileges in New York State and a fee schedule, visit the NYSDEC website at: http://www.dec.ny.gov.
Town Hunting Program