If you are looking for a new place to fish, look no further than New York state. With over 7,000 lakes, reservoirs and ponds, New York has plenty of options to choose from. Fishing website Fishmasters ...

OGDENSBURG, N.Y. – New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar has announced that a new state record for smallmouth bass was set on Sept. 22. Using a soft ...

If there has ever been a perfect time to grab a fishing rod and head outside, this is it. Despite the crazy weather swings ...

New York State is waiving the $25 fee for fishing licenses on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2025. It’s the sixth and last free fishing day this year and applies to both residents and nonresidents. “Fall is a ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced new length limits to its striped bass fishing regulations for the 2024 season Wednesday. Starting May 1, striped bass caught in ...

Matt Faulkner, of Skaneateles, received the unofficial “Lunker Award” from his fishing buddies for landing the biggest smallmouth bass of the day after a glorious summer afternoon of fishing on ...

Elmer Tardi and daughter Bella share the fun of catching a fish at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club. Photo by Jack Forbes In recent years, a progressive effort called the “R3” program has ...

Opening Day Spring trout fishing on April Fool’s Day was a tradition in my family because it meant a day off from school with Dad’s permission if it fell on a weekday. Forrest Fisher photo Opening day ...

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul revealed that the last Free Fishing Day of the year will be on Veterans Day, which is Tuesday, Nov. 11, in an effort to honor those who serve in the nation’s armed forces.

In coordination with Fort Drum’s Fish and Wildlife Management Program, New York State Department of Environmental ...

NEW YORK STATE (WSYR-TV) — An additional Free Fishing Day has been announced in New York State for Saturday, August 31. Investors bought 1 out of every 4 affordable homes last quarter New York State ...

If you are looking for a new place to fish, look no further than New York state. With over 7,000 lakes, reservoirs and ponds, New York has plenty of options to choose from. Fishing website Fishmasters ...