Take em , yes big difference between LI and upstate. And I did mention that I did not have luck upstate this year. Note that the parcel I hunt on Long Island is over 5,000 acres of public land. Land I hunt upstate is 100 acres DEP. My friends on LI don’t hunt the big parcels I do because of what you mentioned e.g., inability to narrow down. Most of their honey holes are private newly opened areas.
And yes, I’m all for junior hunters having more access. I also believe that handicapped individuals be granted more privileges. Enjoy the time in the woods with your son, they grow up quickly!
Stay well.....