LIVINGSTON COUNTY — This weekend the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) has opened fishing for everyone, including those without a fishing license. According to a press release from the State Department of Environmental Conservation each year, New York offers six free fishing days. The two-day Free Fishing Weekend takes place during the last full weekend in June. “Free fishing days allow residents and visitors alike to … [Read more...]
SUN VIDEO: School of Bluegills Tangles with Conesus Lake Ice Fishermen
LIVONIA – The worthy few who sat on Conesus' thick skin of ice Tuesday were rewarded with a huge school of feisty, tasty bluegill and pumpkinseed. Aaron Luczak, of Alden, NY makes the hour-long drive here often. Tonight, he and his girlfriend will enjoy a delicious fresh fish fry. The fish kept biting for hours and hours. However, as Luczak well knows, the fish are unpredictable. Come back to the same spot tomorrow and you might not … [Read more...]
Safety and Lake Health Come First When Ice Fishing
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – As ice slowly fans out over still lakes, the state is reminding ice fishermen to put safety first and preserve the health of the ecosystem they enjoy. According to a press release from the Department of Environmental Conservation, (DEC) four inches of solid ice is usually safe for anglers accessing ice on foot. However, ice thickness can vary even within the same body of water. "Ice fishing is a popular sport in New York … [Read more...]
NYS Survey Fishing for Helpful Info on Anglers
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – New York State wants to know more about anglers, their habits, their thoughts on fish management and their shopping habits. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), anglers who purchased a freshwater fishing license between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2017, may be asked to participate in a survey designed to learn more about their angling behaviors, preferences, and … [Read more...]
DEC Invites the Public to Rainbow Trout Sampling in Finger Lakes
NYLON — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced dates and locations for the annual sampling of the Finger Lakes' rainbow trout. According to a press release from the DEC, rainbow trout samplings will take place on March 24 at 9 a.m. in Naples Creek in the Village of Naples and Friday, March 25 at 10 a.m. at Cold Brook (Keuka Inlet) in the hamlet of Pleasant Valley. "These samplings are a sort of rite of … [Read more...]
DEC Wants Anglers’ Input on Possible Changes to Fishing Regulations
NYLON – State officials are reevaluating statewide fishing regulations and encouraging dialogue with anglers who could be impacted by the changes. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Environment Conservation (DEC), the State's ongoing monitoring of freshwater fish populations and discussions with anglers has led the department to identify potential changes to fishing regulations, and is seeking additional … [Read more...]
Teach Kids to Fish, Host a Free Fishing Clinic
NYLON – New York State residents can create their own fishing opportunities for kids through 'I FISH NY,' an initiative to expose all ages and backgrounds to fishing. According to a press release from the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), since new legislation was signed two years ago there have been 350 free fishing clinics organized by local folks across the state. “Thanks to Governor Cuomo’s New York Open for Fishing and … [Read more...]
Chip Holt Nature Center Throws a Reel Party, Free Fishing on Conesus Lake
CONESUS— The Chip Holt Nature Center invites community members out to Vitale Park on Conesus Lake for a free day of fishing. There is no fishing license required for the event and rods, bait and tackle will be provided by Ted's Tackle. This family fun event is suitable for people of all ages. Community members are also encouraged to bring their own gear if they have it. This is a Department of Environmental Conservation sanctioned free … [Read more...]
Statewide Musky Fishing Regulations Updated
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Significant muskellunge regulation changes are in effect on New York waters for the season opener on May 30, the state Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds anglers. The freshwater sportfishing season for walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge opened on May 2 in New York State. Saturday, May 2 also marked the opening of the special trophy black bass season on Lake Erie where an angler can … [Read more...]
DEC Reminds Anglers to Get Licensed to Stay Off the Hook
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) reminds New York's anglers of license and location regulations as the 2015 walleye, northern pike, pickerel, tiger muskellunge seasons, and special trophy black bass season on Lake Erie, opened May 2. The DEC says that before heading out to fish, make sure you have a current fishing license. Anyone 16 years of age and older who desires to fish in New York must have a state … [Read more...]