A New York state record smallmouth bass was landed on June 15, when Thomas Russell Jr., of Albion when an eight-pound, six-ounce smallmouth bass from Cayuga Lake. The record-setting smallmouth was landed on the opening day of the 2022 New … Continued
New York has a number of waters that consistently rank as some of the best bass angling destinations in the country. In 2021, New York boasted a remarkable six locations in Bassmaster Magazine’s top 25 bass lakes in the Northeast. … Continued
In New York, the weekend of February 15-16, 2020, is a designated free fishing weekend. The requirement for a fishing license is waived during this period, making it a great opportunity to try ice fishing for the first time or … Continued
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will reduce the number of Chinook salmon and lake trout stocked in Lake Ontario to ensure the lake remains one of the top fishing destinations in the country. Lake Ontario offers … Continued
Across much of the USA, public access for ice fishing can be found at national wildlife refuges. Many U.S. wildlife refuges contain lakes, rivers, and other waterways where ice can reach thickness that are safe for fishing. National wildlife refuges … Continued