Prevent the Spread of CWD Why You Should Care Chronic Wasting
Disease (CWD) is a fatal disease of deer, elk and moose that
poses a serious threat to wild populations nationwide.
Consequently, it has the potential to impact hunting, hunter
participation and economic benefits derived from big game
hunting. A healthy deer population means... - Continued
tradition of big game hunting. White-tailed deer hunting is the
most popular type of hunting in America, with more than half a
million deer hunters in New York State alone. - Continued
enjoyment of wild deer viewing. There are approximately 1.82
million New Yorkers who enjoy viewing deer near their home. More
than half a million New York residents and approximately 150,000
non-residents routinely travel in New York to view deer. -
Stability of businesses. Taxidermists, meat processors, retail
providers, outfitters and guides, hunting media, lodging
facilities and more are among the many businesses that cater to
deer hunters. - Increased economic benefit. Deer hun