NY’s Trout Fishing Season Begins Today
April 1 start of the spring trout fishing season, which provides excellent angling opportunities thanks to DEC's annual stocking program and wild trout fisheries.... Read More.
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New York Announces Free Fishing Days for ’25
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the six designated Free Fishing Days in New York State for 2025, encouraging New Yorkers to get offline and... Read More.
Ice Fishing Safety Reminders for New York Anglers
With the onset of winter and colder temperatures, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar on Thursday reminded ice... Read More.
Veterans Day Marks Final Free Fishing Day in NY
Monday marks the last Free Fishing Day of the year. Anyone can freshwater fish in New York without a fishing license.
The... Read More.
NY Adds Additional Free Fishing Day
A new Free Fishing Day is coming to New York State.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that on Saturday, August 31, fishing license requirements will be... Read More.
Union Springs Now Offering Hunting & Fishing Licenses
Anglers and hunters now have another option when it comes to buying their hunting and fishing licenses in Cayuga County.
Village Mayor Rob Thurston Jr.... Read More.
Fishing Season for Walleye, Northern Pike, Pickerel Begins May 1
The fishing season for walleye, Northern pike, pickerel, and tiger muskellunge begins on May 1.
Walleye are challenging to catch and delicious to eat, making... Read More.
26th Annual Finger Lakes Youth Fishing Derby Set for May
The Finger Lakes National Forest has announced the return of the Youth Fishing Derby. The Derby will be held on May 4th from 08:00... Read More.
DEC Proposes Regulation to Implement Black Bass Fishing Tourney Permit
Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos on Wednesday announced the release of a regulatory proposal to implement a fishing tournament permit and reporting... Read More.
New York Announces Free Fishing Days for ’24
New York has set aside six days this year as Free Fishing Days. They will take place on February 17 to 18 (Presidents’ Day... Read More.
Hunting and Fishing Licenses Can Be Printed at Home By August
By August 1st, the DEC said the paper used for state sporting licenses and carcass tags will change from special stock synthetic paper to... Read More.
Tips to Stay Safe While Ice Fishing in New York
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos is reminding anglers to be safe when venturing onto the ice this season, especially... Read More.
