In Western New York, the end of the ice fishing season can feel a little bittersweet. The augers get put away, the shanties head back to the garage, and anglers start staring at open water like kids ...

NEW YORK — Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) recently announced the 2026 dates for Free Fishing Days in New York. According to a press release, ...

The DEC has announced the 2026 dates for Free Fishing Days in New York. The requirement for a freshwater fishing license is waived during the following six days: Feb. 14-15, June 27-28, Sept. 26 ...

A fishing guide in New York endured a challenging day when taking two fishermen out ice fishing on a small lake near Theresa located in the Indian River chain. Ryan Lorensen was clearly up for the ...

Spider Rybaak has now completed a canon of texts on fishing in New York State with his Buford Books publication of “Fishing Oneida Lake.” ...