Winter has officially arrived in Western New York this weekend. As the winter solstice takes place, the days will slowly begin to get longer, though it will still feel like a long stretch of winter ahead. As New York State enters the winter season, wildlife across the region is also transitioning into a new chapter.
Deer and Bear Hunting Seasons Near an End in New York State
Hunting seasons for deer and bear are coming to a close across New York State. For those who spent time in the woods recently, you may have noticed increased wildlife activity. Some hunters even encountered bears late in the firearm season.
Here in Western New York, I know of several hunters who successfully harvested black bears, and some of the bears spotted this season were of impressive size.
Bear Population Continues to Grow in Western New York
The black bear population has steadily increased across Western New York over the past several years. Recently, a bear was even captured on camera in the West Seneca and Orchard Park areas ,locations not typically associated with frequent bear sightings.
SEE THE BEAR VIDEO HERE…