Recreation News

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — The state parks department is urging boaters and anglers to take precautions as they head out to New York's waterways now that spring weather has arrived. The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation says water temperatures on lakes, rivers and streams remain extremely cold through the spring months...

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — The state parks office is encouraging New Yorkers to start the new year with a hike. The state Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation says it will sponsor guided hikes at 23 state parks and historic sites on New Year's Day as part of the third annual First Day Hikes program taking place across the nation...