Can you shoot white deer in NY?

While albino, white-tailed deer are legal to shoot in New York, there are bans on killing them in several states including Illinois; Iowa; portions of Montana; Tennessee; and Wisconsin, except in areas where chronic wasting disease is a problem.

How many bucks can you shoot in NY?

The number of deer a hunter may take depends upon the licenses and privileges purchased. If a licensed hunter has the proper tags, they are permitted to shoot more than one deer in a day.

Is deer hunting good in NY?

Historically, the best counties for record-book whitetails include Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Ontario, Orleans, Steuben, Tompkins, Wayne, and Wyoming counties. Even Orange, Suffolk, and Westchester counties (over in the crowded corner of the state) are pretty good.

How long is deer season in NY?

New York Deer Seasons

Early Bowhunting/Bowhunting Only Sept. 27-Jan. 31**
Crossbow Oct. 13-Nov. 19**
Regular Firearms Oct. 23-Dec. 12**
Late Bowhunting Dec. 6-Jan. 1**
Muzzleloading Oct. 16-Jan. 1**

Do you need a hunting license to hunt on your own property in NY?

All residents must have a valid hunting license in their possession except: Resident owners primarily engaged in farming, lessees and members of their immediate families do not need a hunting license when hunting small game on farmlands they are occupying and cultivating.

How much are deer tags in NY?

Fees

Type Resident Fees Nonresident Fees
Annual Valid from September 1 through August 31 each $22 (ages 16-69) $5 (ages 70+) $5 (ages 12-15) $100 (ages 16+) $5 (ages 12-15)
Lifetime purchase once and have for a lifetime! $535 N/A