People CANNOT Sell These In New York State
As the last portion of 2024 begins, there is an important reminder about a law that is on the books in New York State.
The fall is here and that means many hunters are back in the woods and trying to harvest a deer, bear or small game animals. From Western New York, to the Adirondack Mountains, there is a good crop of wildlife for those with a hunting license to take.
But it is what happens after the hunt that one New York State law pertains to and you need to be aware of.
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While there have already been a few hunters with success this season, the best is yet to come when it comes to the best part of the year to hunt. The "rut" will begin in a few weeks and the whitetail deer activity will be picking up. If you are a hunter and take a deer, keep in mind that you are responsible for the meat and the proper care of it.
Here in New York State, it is a state law that you CANNOT sell the meat. The Department of Environmental Conservation says that: "It is illegal to sell deer or bear meat. Other than meat, the parts from legally taken and reported deer and bear may be sold only if tagged prior to sale. The tag must be provided by the hunter or the buyer and include the hunter's license number, date of birth, signature, printed name and the town and county of kill".
As far as donating venison, there are some great charities that will gladly accept.
Bets of luck this year if you are heading to the woods to hunt. Some big bucks have been taken and this is only the second week!
Massive Buck Taken In Collins, New York
Gallery Credit: Clay Moden/Deer Tippin' TV