New York State is widely considered one of the best fishing destinations in the country. With abundant freshwater fishing ...

Hughes says on Long Island, a two-month window for ice-fishing can occur in January and February. "If you get cold, still ...

As Central New Yorkers button up for the big freeze coming this way, ice anglers are rubbing their hands together in ...

Two men have died after falling through ice on Sunday during an ice fishing trip in Upstate New York. A man in his 30s and ...

Winter doesn’t knock politely in Western New York. It kicks the door in, stomps snow across the living room, and dares you to complain. Lake Erie is 93 percent ice covered! Recent snowstorms, subzero ...

Optimism for ice fishing rises. Here's a look at the New York fishing and hunting report across the state on Jan. 29, 2026.

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 ...

A minimum of eight inches of ice is required for the ice fishing contest to be held on Thompson’s Lake. Those hoping to ...

For many anglers, ice fishing is a great way to socialize and stock their freezers during the long cold Upstate New York winters. Lucky for local ice fishing enthusiasts, it is also home to the best ...

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that September 27 will be a Free Fishing Day, coinciding with National Hunting and Fishing Day. On this day, all anglers - ...

ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY - Two people were killed in an ice fishing accident in St. Lawrence County, while a 6-year-old survived, ...