First thing I would do is get a map of the dacks (adirondacks) and depending how far you want to go into them check with the local DEC in wmu 5,H and 6,J That is where I go to bow hunt black bear, another good place is the state land up by Cranberry lake in St lawarence county you can call them and ask them to send you a map of the state land this is the number (315) 848-2315 I know a few good spots, I have been hunting up there for bear the past five years and got one all but 1 year,, Old forge is good also, if you want you can pm me and I will help you out.. good luck I hope this helps.