Thanks all. apologies if my intentions are not clear in the original post
I am looking to hunt with rifle only this season [hence 3S out of question, for both bow and 3S hunting this year, besides 3S is apply and invitation only? i am not sure]. although i completed the online Bow Hunter Ed, i am not looking to apply for one this year.
i am open to travel upto 2 hours up north.
@Biz-R-OWorld thanks for that link [saving it]
i do have watershed permit, surprised it was free [nothings free in NY, they do nickle and dime for everything].
@Daveboone, compass noted, or even a handheld gps?