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NTCC alerts outdoor enthusiasts about reductions in state sporting license fees

by jmaloni

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Wed, Apr 9th 2014 01:55 pm

Attention resident and nonresident anglers and hunters: The Niagara Tourism & Convention Corp. is alerting outdoor enthusiasts New York has made several changes to its sporting licenses this year, including a reduction in fees.

For fishing, an annual license now begins from the date of purchase. An annual resident license has dropped from $29 to $25, and non-resident from $70 to $50. The seven-day license has also been reduced from $15 to $12 for residents, and from $35 to $28 for non-residents. While a one-day license remains at $5 for residents, non-resident single-day tags have dropped from $15 to $10.

"The Niagara USA region is home to an abundance of world-class fishing and wildlife, so whether you are a local resident or are planning to visit the region in the future, these new sporting license fees and requirements from New York state will provide you with even more value for your dollar," said Bill Hilts Jr., NTCC outdoor sports specialist. "In addition, you are also helping to enhance New York state's natural resources as sporting license fees are earmarked for conservation efforts to support fish and wildlife programs throughout the state."

The new license year for hunting is Sept. 1 to Aug. 31, instead of the previous Oct. 1 starting date (hunting is broken down into various seasons - deer, turkey, waterfowl, etc., but the license is purchased for the year. Visit the DEC website at www.dec.ny.gov for additional details). Instead of separate small/big game licenses, a single license is available for both for $22. Non-residents can take advantage of an all-inclusive single hunting license available for $100. For bow hunting and muzzle loading, costs for residents have dropped from $21 to $15, while costs for non-residents dropped from $140 to $30 each. Turkey permits remain at $10 for residents, but non-residents will see a reduction from $50 to $20. Deer management permits remain at $10 for everyone, except for junior hunters and lifetime sportsman license holders.

To make obtaining a sporting license easier, a new online system is available. Log on to licensecenter.ny.gov to purchase and print a license. Fishermen can also call toll-free 1-866-933-2257 with their credit card number to obtain a license. A hard copy will then be sent within four days. However, if in need of immediate certification, New York State can issue fishermen a documentation number to show proof of proper license.

The mission of the NTCC is to expand the economic prosperity of the Niagara USA communities by generating individual and group visitation. For more information, visit niagara-usa.com.

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