Summer is gone, the leaves are changing, the days are getting shorter, and all of this means one thing...hunting season. Deer and turkey seasons are approaching quickly. The guns are sited, our gear is hanging in the breeze, and the vacation slips are in. The only thing left to do is to decide where to go. Steuben County is the perfect destination for hunters to get their big buck or gobbler. Here are just a few reasons why:

• Steuben County has more deer per square mile than any other county in New York State.
• There were 5,120 adult bucks taken in 2010 - beating out every other county in the state.
• Steuben County has more than 28,000 acres of state-managed lands available to hunters.  

Need we say more? Okay, we will! Steuben County has hunter-friendly accommodations, but be sure to book soon, as rooms are going fast. For a satisfying start and end to your day, visit one of our many outstanding restaurants.

After you get that trophy buck or turkey, hunt up some great holiday gifts at the Holiday Family Festival on November 19. Featuring jewelry, seasonal decor, wood crafts, photography, knits, and more ... you're bound to find that perfect gift for everyone on your list! 

Please visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website for rules and regulations on hunting in New York State. Hunt Steuben County - in the woods or in town, you're sure to score big!