The proposal to cull the deer population has been officially withdrawn. I appreciate the dedication shown by everyone who participated in this effort to protect our local wildlife. We will remain observant to ensure the well-being of the herd continues to be prioritized.
February 16, 2014
Petition against the culling of the White-tailed Deer, in the five eastern towns of Suffolk County New York, by the United States Department of Agricu
Final supporters
Whereas, the proposal by the United States Department of Agriculture's use of snipers, to kill 3000 of our White-tailed Deer, in the five eastern towns, as an attempt to cull the herd, beginning the month of February 2014, therefore,
We, the undersigned, residents and taxpayers of New York State, specifically, Brookhaven, Southampton, Riverhead, Southold and East Hampton Towns of Suffolk County, New York, earnestly protest against, the culling of our White-tailed Deer herd, in any form or shape. There needs to be changes to the current NYS Environmental Conservation Laws and NYS Hunting Regulations, which will provide changes to and allow for:
1-Hunters to gain more land access
2-Unlimited paperless "DOE" permit for 1C
3-Amend the 500' rule to 150' from dwelling
4-Allow baiting
5-Increase the Deer Hunting Season from Sept.1st - March 1st
6-Allow Bow Hunting during Special Shotgun Season
7-Create a Crossbow Season on Long Island
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 26, 2013
December 24, 2013
The momentum behind this petition is substantial as we approach the one thousand signature threshold. Please encourage others in the community to review these proposals and add their names to our efforts.
December 22, 2013
The momentum surrounding our opposition to the proposed culling is significant. This level of engagement confirms that our community expects a more responsible approach to wildlife management.
Reached 100 supporters
December 16, 2013
434 Comments
Please put a stop to this it's wrong every hunter in Long Island would be happy to have an extended season and they can be controlled and more places for us to bow hunt we don't need high powered rifles and it's much safer for everyone let the hunters do there job
This is a serious waste of an opportunity to bring needed funds into govt. coffers.Hunters can be charged for licenses and money can be saved by not employing paid govt. snipers to do what hunters will do for free.
I dont understand why Suffolk county or the DEC would expend tax dollars on culling deer when there is a cost free option. Allow local hunters to cull the deer population through longer seasons, more tags, and greater access to public land.
This is so wrong on so many levels. I am deeply saddened and embarrassed to call myself an easthampton resident. I do not want bullets ringing over my yard and house while my children and dogs are outside playing in the yard.
Not to mention the dangers of "Federal Sharp Shooters" with RIFLES among wooded housing. Also, we hunters know the distances deer can run once shot. Who will track and recover the deer? I doubt the shooter will.
It's unethical
LeAve it to the people who live and hunt here. I could have killed a hundred deer but didn't because I couldn't.
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The proposal to cull the deer population has been officially withdrawn. I appreciate the dedication shown by everyone who participated in this effort to protect our local wildlife. We will remain observant to ensure the well-being of the herd continues to be prioritized.
February 16, 2014
Petition against the culling of the White-tailed Deer, in the five eastern towns of Suffolk County New York, by the United States Department of Agricu
Final supporters
Whereas, the proposal by the United States Department of Agriculture's use of snipers, to kill 3000 of our White-tailed Deer, in the five eastern towns, as an attempt to cull the herd, beginning the month of February 2014, therefore,
We, the undersigned, residents and taxpayers of New York State, specifically, Brookhaven, Southampton, Riverhead, Southold and East Hampton Towns of Suffolk County, New York, earnestly protest against, the culling of our White-tailed Deer herd, in any form or shape. There needs to be changes to the current NYS Environmental Conservation Laws and NYS Hunting Regulations, which will provide changes to and allow for:
1-Hunters to gain more land access
2-Unlimited paperless "DOE" permit for 1C
3-Amend the 500' rule to 150' from dwelling
4-Allow baiting
5-Increase the Deer Hunting Season from Sept.1st - March 1st
6-Allow Bow Hunting during Special Shotgun Season
7-Create a Crossbow Season on Long Island
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 26, 2013
December 24, 2013
The momentum behind this petition is substantial as we approach the one thousand signature threshold. Please encourage others in the community to review these proposals and add their names to our efforts.
December 22, 2013
The momentum surrounding our opposition to the proposed culling is significant. This level of engagement confirms that our community expects a more responsible approach to wildlife management.
Reached 100 supporters
December 16, 2013
434 Comments
Allow local hunters the opportunity to hunt - don't bring in SWAT teams to hunt at night, with suppressed weapons, from moving vehicles,in residential neighborhoods. THIS GOES AGAINST ALL ESTABLISHED LAWS & ORDINANCES !
Please put a stop to this it's wrong every hunter in Long Island would be happy to have an extended season and they can be controlled and more places for us to bow hunt we don't need high powered rifles and it's much safer for everyone let the hunters do there job
This is a serious waste of an opportunity to bring needed funds into govt. coffers.Hunters can be charged for licenses and money can be saved by not employing paid govt. snipers to do what hunters will do for free.
I dont understand why Suffolk county or the DEC would expend tax dollars on culling deer when there is a cost free option. Allow local hunters to cull the deer population through longer seasons, more tags, and greater access to public land.
This is so wrong on so many levels. I am deeply saddened and embarrassed to call myself an easthampton resident. I do not want bullets ringing over my yard and house while my children and dogs are outside playing in the yard.
Not to mention the dangers of "Federal Sharp Shooters" with RIFLES among wooded housing. Also, we hunters know the distances deer can run once shot. Who will track and recover the deer? I doubt the shooter will.
It's unethical
LeAve it to the people who live and hunt here. I could have killed a hundred deer but didn't because I couldn't.
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Allow local hunters the opportunity to hunt - don't bring in SWAT teams to hunt at night, with suppressed weapons, from moving vehicles,in residential neighborhoods. THIS GOES AGAINST ALL ESTABLISHED LAWS & ORDINANCES !