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Region 9 Youth Archery Camp

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A combination of intensive instruction in ethics, safety, archery techniques, hunter education, conservation and good sportsmanship. This training will help to prepare up to 30 young participants for their New York State Hunter Safety and Bowhunting
Education Certifications.  July 31-Aug2.

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National Hunting & Fishing Day

Learn more about NHFD and register your club or business for this popular event.

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Latest Conservation News

New Hunting Regulations

by | Aug 1, 2026

Because of the ever- increasing deer population, the NYS DEC has changed the DMP process.  The four biggest changes are: Easier to get DMPIncreased to 4 DMP per hunter. Harvesting in unlimited WMU will get you a BONUS DMP. Unlimited DMP transfers.(NOTE: only paper...

Evangola State Park Improvementns

by | May 9, 2026

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (NYSOPRHP), as lead agency, has determined that the proposed Evangola State Park- Site and Bathhouse Improvements will not have a significant adverse environmental impact. The action involves the...

Proposed DMP Changes

by | Apr 13, 2026

The NYS DEC today announced several proposed regulation changes to increase harvest of antlerless deer by hunters. These proposed actions will improve DEC’s ability to manage deer populations to help ensure a healthy herd while also preventing potential increases in...

Federation Articles & Information

The Great Lakes Basin Report is updated monthly.

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Proposed DMP Changes

Proposed DMP Changes

by | Apr 13, 2026

Photo by Seth Wickham.
NYSDEC proposing changes to increase doe harvesting. Recent statistics show that deer population has increased significantly.

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Erie County Federation Community Programs

Teach-Me-To-Fish applies the knowledge and experience of seasoned anglers and volunteers for everyone.

License awards FREE lifetime hunting and fishing licenses to youths residing in Erie County and under the age of 16.

Each year ECFSC awards two $500 scholarships.  Applicants must reside in Erie County and pursue education in conservation, wildlife biology, conservation law enforcement or environmental sciences.

This event allows attendees to participate in a variety of events including fishing, trap, small bore rifle shooting, air guns and archery.

Active in our Community

The best way to teach children how to conserve is to start young.  Education and empowerment are the gifts we must give our children and the tools they will use to make the world a better place for generations to come. The Erie County Federation of Sportsmen‛s Clubs sponsors youth programs designed to teach conservation and how to respect and preserve our natural resources.

Conservation education for future generations.

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New York State Conservation Council

The Council’s members are a dedicated group of volunteers who donate their time and resources to advocate for their fellow sportsmen and women, tracking bills affecting the sporting community, and following issues like land use throughout New York State. As new concerns arise, the NYSCC is a consistent voice for conservation and wise land use in the hearing rooms of the NYS Legislature. 

Fish & Wildlife Management Board

The State FWMB meets biannually to consider issues submitted by Regional Boards, advisory members and others that pertain to fish and wildlife management in the state. Over the years, the role of the State FWMB has become that of a citizen forum for examination of such issues, with a particular slant toward the viewpoint of the private landowner. The power of the Board consists solely of the advocacy of its resolutions.

ECFSC Involvement

We support many conservation groups – from Fishing with Heroes helping disabled vets gain access to sport fishing, to West Falls youth archery camp where camp attendees get hands-on training and earn a NYS Bowhunter Certification. Youth trappers are trained by experienced mentors. We sponsor NYS High School Clay Target League teams in Erie County.