Hunting / Ticks / Open Space
Hunting
NYS 2023 to 2024 Hunting Seasons:
- Deer (archery only)- September 9-17 and October 1 to January 31
- Deer (shotgun)-January 7 to 31
- Waterfowl (shotgun)-September 5 to January 28
- Small game (archery/shotgun)- November 1 to February 25
- SI Town Deer Damage Hunting: February 1 to March 31
For more information, visit:
- Visit the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation
- Visit the Deer and Tick Committee page
Hunting is prohibited until further notice on the following properties:
- Sachem's Woods
- Old Nursery Woodlands Preserve
Ticks
Open Space
The map of Shelter Island's walkable open space and preserved land has been prepared by the Green Options Advisory Committee and printed with support from the Shelter Island Chamber of Commerce. Copies are available at the Shelter island Town Hall and the Shelter Island Public Library, and at many of the Island's business establishments. This map is provided for the benefit of both our residents and visitors. It is the Town's goal to protect the natural heritage of Shelter Island. The Town encourages respectful public access to the treasured resources of woods, meadows, creeks, ponds, beaches, and wildlife within its preserved spaces.