Crossbows can be used for hunting big game – deer and bear – during the last 14 days of the archery season of the southern zone. This year, that means next Saturday until November 17. There is currently a form letter on the crossbow group`s website supporting the changes that can be sent to state legislators. “Governor Cuomo`s budget proposals build on the state`s ongoing efforts to connect more people, especially young people, to nature by providing them with new opportunities to participate in New York`s exceptional hunting, fishing and trapping opportunities,” said Basil Seggos, Commissioner of the State Department of Environmental Conservation. After reviewing some of the statistics in states that allowed the use of crossbows during the regular archery season, all of those states experienced an increase in hunter participation and revenue from hunting licenses. Please also note that there may be different regulations in New York State regarding the use of certain types of riflescopes, as well as the minimum pulling weight of a hunting crossbow. These regulations tend to change quite often, so please inquire about them by calling the number above. Currently, crossbows can be used during the last week or two of the regular bowhunting season in the North and South zones, during the regular gun season, and during the late bow and muzzle loading season. From that moment on, only professional crossbowmen, oh it`s not much, but it makes me smile. I agree. When I was young, I didn`t want a crossbow season because I was afraid that the harvest would be bigger so that the season would be shorter. But now I have 55 cracks in my shoulder, bad arm tendons and the eyesight is not so good because of the weld. Using a crossbow would be great.
What people don`t understand, I wish I could shoot archery like I once did. I took some great pictures. Now all my weapons have riflescopes and my bow has a tightening that I hate, but at least I can get out during bow season until the little crossbow season starts. Even Ohio and Pennsylvania use them. New York makes big business out of thin air. They will do an extra week of hunting in January, but no crossbow. Crossbows cannot be possessed in the North Zone when small game (except coyote) is hunted with the help of a dog or accompanied by a dog. About the Sportsmen`s Alliance: The Sportsmen`s Alliance protects and defends America`s conservation programs and the activities – hunting, fishing and trapping – that generate the money to pay for them. The Sportsmen`s Alliance Foundation is responsible for public education, legal advocacy and research. Its mission is accomplished through several different programs that are coordinated to provide the most comprehensive defense capability.
Stay connected with the Sports Alliance: online, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. “This legislation expands hunting opportunities,” said Dillon Barto, director of government services at the Sportsmen`s Alliance. “Crossbows allow people with disabilities to hunt longer and can be an entry point for new hunters.” To obtain this approval, you must obtain a certificate from a licensed physician in New York stating that you are physically unable to release a front vertical bowstring yourself using a mechanical device to loosen the rope. The permit can be obtained free of charge and is valid for 5 years, after which it must be renewed. Please note that you must always have the permit with you when hunting with your crossbow. If you don`t have it with you, it will result in a hefty fine. Since December 31, 2012, crossbow hunting in New York State is completely illegible unless you are almost completely physically disabled. However, thanks to Bill S1699-2013, this could soon change, although no guarantees can be given. “This legislation provides new opportunities for hunters, especially those who cannot use traditional bows due to age or injury.
Crossbows are becoming increasingly popular and it is important for New York to support athletes who are looking for an alternative to traditional forms of hunting. Outdoor recreation, including hunting and fishing, is an important part of the state`s economy, especially in western New York and the northern part of the state. Crossbow hunting will bring additional income and help support local communities,” Gallivan said. One might initially think that vertical bow types are not the best dogs in terms of hunting skills, I don`t think a crossbow hunter will be a competitor. “The expansion of junior hunting will allow youth to learn the basics of safe hunting at an early age and increase family involvement outdoors,” the budget summary states. The minimum width of a limb of a crossbow is 17 inches (measured at the widest part of the limbs, not stretched). Crossbows must have a minimum top pull weight of 100 pounds and a maximum print weight of 200 pounds. Update August 27: The Department of Environmental Conservation has legalized crossbow hunting during the fall hunting season (with the exception of Nassau, Westchester and Suffolk counties). You must be at least 14 years old, have completed a standard fighter training course after April 1 (and offered by CED) or an equivalent online course approved by the DEC. A few other things to keep in mind: But will these changes to hunting regulations take place? I am in favour of bringing more hunters into the forest, and if a crossbow does, so be it.
The restriction that the crossbow must be no less than 17 wide prohibits the hunter from using the safest, most accurate and most user-friendly crossbows on the market! Currently, a hunter using a crossbow from a stand of trees must stretch the bow to the ground and lift it to its support, load a bolt (arrow) and prepare for hunting! If the crossbow gets stuck and discharges on the way up, it could break and eventually cause injury or death! Modern technology makes it possible to securely tighten the crossbow into the shaft holder using the crank! It can be loaded and unloaded into the tree population. Since it is narrower, it can easily be maneuvered completely in a tree stand! I have asked many hunting shop owners, politicians, and hunters about the 17-inch minimum width limit, and no one can answer why it is required by law in New York State and no other state! Safer hunting should be our goal! A legal crossbow consists of a bow and string, assembled or bent, that pulls a bolt or arrow at least 14 inches without a dot, mounted on a shaft with a trigger that holds the string and limbs under tension until they are released. Chris Cortner shot that 10-point goat with his crossbow this fall in Sodus, N.Y. in Wayne County. Why the width restriction in a few years, you won`t find a crossbow over 17″ unless it`s sold on eBay or Craigslist new much narrower please update nys I find everything in New York State just frustrating, especially these hunting laws, New York Bowl hunters shit on crossbows I was pretty old, to be there when we switched from recurve to compound bow and now we have the same bullshit whining and complaining and whining about crossbows, crossbows or a medieval gun, we should be able to use them all year round It`s bullshit wake up hell New York State you`re losing people The current minimum age for a crossbow hunter is 14 years.