Upstate guide service has over a decade of providing safe and enjoyable outfitted and guided ice fishing trips making us t he most experienced licensed ice fishing guide service in upstate new york. With high temperatures and rain predicted this week, the ice fishing season is probably over. Abiding by the existing fishing regulations is critical to ensure continued quality fishing. The schroon lake fish and game club holds an annual ice fishing tournament each year during the first weekend in march. Smelt can be caught by hook and line using tiny hooks or jigs tipped with minuscule baits like grubs, small worms and bits of bread, but this is a. Ice fishing ice fishing opportunities abound in new york state. Photo courtesy of steve george late winter is the time to start thinking about.
Public input on fishing regulations information on formally proposed freshwater fishing regulations and fishing regulations the dec is considering to. Ice shanties must be marked on the outside with the owners name and address in letters at least 3 inches high. Baker has two poles out and seven tipups, which are icefishing rigs made of wood, plastic or metal with a line spool and hook and bait. Besides, any adirondack ice fishing guide will tell you, it doesnt matter how cold it is outside, when your catching fish. A wachusett and sudbury reservoir fishing guide is. Thinking about trying something new that heard about i have 14 packs of bait the value. Upstate new york fishing report march 5, 2020 on the water. Lawrence county new york fishing regulations guide. Several properties, like wilsons on moosehead lake and cozy moose lakeside cabins, rent cabins right on moosehead lake so you can easily walk to an ice shack and they can. Walleye are aptly named because of their unique eyes that have a reflective layer of pigment called the tapetum lucidum, which allows them to see very well at night and during other lowlight periods. Yes the ice fishing regulations allow you to fish up to 7 ice fishing lines regardless of the. Epic ice fishing,oneida lake ny crazy 2014 ice fishing season. The fishing action in the niagara river and other water bodies is finally turning back around again with the favorable weather conditions this week. Why its critical to tickproof yourself amid the covid19 pandemic.
Ice fishing requires unique equipment and supplies that can handle the elements as well as the fish youre going to catch. General regulations new york fishing regulations guide 2020. Adirondack hooksnhorns is a new york state licensed guide service that leads hiking, hunting, and fishing expeditions. You will need a license, but those are easy to get all over the state, from convenience stores to sporting goods stores. The statewide fishing season for walleye begins the first saturday in may and runs through march 15 the following year. Strategies for late season ice fishing news, sports. Consult the new york state freshwater fishing regulations guide as some trout waters are closed to ice fishing. Mar 24, 2020 stephen kline 12 of 79 more than 400 anglers entered the 27th annual schroon lake ice fishing derby on march 2 and 3, 2019. Special regulations for specific waters follow in the regulations by county. Dec 26, 2019 ice fishing opportunities in ny if you look. Viewing 30 topics 1 through 30 of 17,415 total 1 2 581 sleeper rentals, other than the big walleye lakes. Ice fishing s been spotty for the last five years, and we certainly havent been seeing the ice we had 10 or 15 years ago, he claims.
Paul ice fishing and winter sports show helped kick off the 201920 icefishing season. Watch a clip about ice fishing and check out other clips on decs youtube channel. Region 7bureau of fisheries 1285 fisher avenue cortland, ny 45 6077533095 send us an email. I found ice this is the first ice fishing trip of the 20192020 ice fishing season i hope everyone has a safe season and gets out exploring more. Anglers must have a valid fishing license before heading out on the ice. The ice fishing season of 201920 started early, had a bit of a hiccup in december and much of january. Dec and oneida lake association remind anglers of fishing. Its a fun wintertime activity that is affordable, challenging and relaxing. However, to better manage wisconsin fisheries, season dates are often specific to the species of fish as well as the water body. Franklin county new york fishing regulations guide. Saltwater fishing the marine waters of new york host varied and exciting fishing opportunities ice fishing ice fishing opportunities abound in new york state.
Jan 12, 2017 westchester county, ny as ice fishing season begins, the new york state department of environmental conservation is reminding all ice anglers to use caution and common sense. Walleye are one of the more popular gamefish in new york, as they are exciting to catch and also good on the table. Cabela s selection of ice shelters and sleds, ice augers, ice line, ice fishing electronics. Public input on fishing regulations information on formally proposed freshwater fishing regulations and fishing regulations the dec is. One million walleye in the lake is a huge milestone. Statewide angling regulations new york fishing regulations. View or print the 202021 fishing regulations guide the 202021 fishing regulations guide contains the fishing regulations that are in effect from april 1, 2020 through march 31, 2021.
For help with pdfs on this page, please call 6077533095. Lake trout season begins january 1 st, and the season is open for all species until april 20 th if you have the vehicle for winter travel in canada, you can drive to andy myers lodge. Experienced anglers down to novice and first timers will enjoy the abundant options for setting up the best ice fishing hole. Ice fishing new york state department of environmental. Warm temperatures chill the ice fishing season the new. Warm temperatures chill the ice fishing season an ice fishing shanty in escanaba, mich. Best fishing in the catskills official catskills region. Contact a local ice fishing guide to learn tips and tricks that will. Lawrence river, finger lakes, border waters, most new york city reservoirs, and all other waters designated as ice fishing permitted in special regulations by. Ice fishing continues to grow in popularity with each passing season. Cool new tools for the 201920 ice fishing campaign gear for the 201920 ice fishing season has a heavy slant towards larger baits, continued innovations in plastics, fly fishing or inline reels, and even more emphasis. Water species open season minimum length daily limit method all waters except lake colby black bass 3rd sat in june through nov 30 12.
Best ice fishing hot spots in the lake george area lake. Please adhere to dec and cdc guidelines to practice social distancing while fishing as we work to flatten the curve. Shanties must be removed from all waters by march 15 to prevent them from falling through the ice and becoming. Cabela s carries reliable icefishing brands such as cabela s, clam outdoors, frabill, strikemaster, powerpro and much more to keep the action hot while youre out on the ice. For information on lodging in wyoming county, try the county tourism unit at 716 4933190. General regulations new york fishing regulations guide. Get ready to hit the ice with ice fishing gear and equipment from cabela s. Ice fishing in saranac lake saranac lake, adirondacks. Ice fishing in the lake george area is one of the great adirondack pastimes.
Upstate new york is home to the most productive ice fishing waters that can be found anywhere in the eastern united states. The endless waterways of the saranac lake region are prime real estate for the winter ice fishing season. Climate changes seem to be shortening the icefishing season, or at. At wachusett reservoir, shoreline fishing only is allowed from gate 6 on route 70 to gate 36 on route 110. Jan 10, 2007 warm temperatures chill the ice fishing season an ice fishing shanty in escanaba, mich. With about a foot of ice in some spots, the season is off to a great start. Stream fishers love the seasonlong steelhead action on maxwell creek, while easterners jig for lake trout and salmon on lake george.
Stream fishers love the seasonlong steelhead action on maxwell creek. Little river towns of fine, clifton, oswegatchie river from cranberry lake dam downstream. Saltwater fishing the marine waters of new york host varied and exciting fishing opportunities. Cool new tools for the 201920 ice fishing campaign gear for the 201920 icefishing season has a heavy slant towards larger baits, continued innovations in plastics, fly fishing or inline reels, and even more emphasis. Hook and line fishing for many fish species on many wisconsin waters begins on that day. No more than 7 icefishing lines see definitions may be used, except as noted in border waters, lake champlain or special regulations by county. Oneida lake could produce its best walleye fishing season. Trout season runs from april 1 to october 15, while bass season runs from the third saturday in june to. First ice fishing trip of the 20192020 ice fishing season. Avoid busy waters while fishing and purchase your fishing and other sporting licenses online. The beauty of schroon lake is that it perhaps has the longest ice fishing season in the region. Nov 17, 2019 i found ice this is the first ice fishing trip of the 20192020 ice fishing season i hope everyone has a safe season and gets out exploring more. Click on fishing, and then look for the heading lake contour maps on the screen. Nys 2019 hunting seasons safest on record see complete.
November 15 april 30 for those species in the general angling regulations for which there is no closed season or no minimum length. The indepth outdoors ice fishing forum is the largest repository of user generated fishing information on the internet. The statewide daily catch limit is five fish, with a minimum size of 15 inches. Public input on fishing regulations information on formally proposed freshwater fishing regulations and fishing regulations the dec is considering to formally propose. Smelt can be caught by hook and line using tiny hooks or jigs tipped with minuscule baits like grubs, small worms and bits of bread, but this is a timeconsuming and. View fishing regulations by county leaves dec website for ice fishing specific rules and.
Northern pike, walleyes, tiger muskies, lake trout, brown trout, rainbow trout, landlocked salmon and panfish visit our local bait shop, dec offices or chambers of commerce to verify ice conditions. Stock up on basic ice fishing equipment as well as a few extras that make the experience more comfortable like sleds from otter and shappell to help get everything you need out on the ice quicker and easier. Ice fishing in new york bundle up and head out on the ice for an unbeatable experience. Best fishing in the catskills official catskills region website. Several large lakes offer plenty of room to plant your ice shanty and tipups with multiple access points to get on the ice. Whether you are a rookie ice man or seasoned ice fishing master you will definitely learn something. Get out of town and into the woods with adirondack hooksnhorns. No more than 7 ice fishing lines see definitions may be used, except as noted in border waters, lake champlain or special regulations by county. Huge fish caught by upstate ny ice fishermen this winter. The wachusettsudburywest waushacum fishing season normally opens the first saturday in april and closes november 30, but the dcrdwsp may alter those dates depending on ice conditions.
View fishing regulations by county leaves dec website for ice fishing specific rules and regulations. Adirondack fishing directory ice fishing, adirondack. Climate changes seem to be shortening the ice fishing season, or at least theres been a trend in that direction, according to albert daher, who has nearly 50 years of experience on oneida lake. Ice fishing is permitted on many waters in new york state, but not all. Even if you dont know a tipup from a lindy jig, you can still hook your share this winter.
The new york state department of conservation dec and the oneida lake. Sullivan, ny wsyr tv as the ice slowly melts away, anglers will have at least one million reasons to fish on oneida lake this year. The ice fishing season runs from january 1 through march 15 during daylight hours only. Ice fishing opportunities abound in new york state. Review fishing responsibly in new york state for tips on reducing your impact on the environment and reporting fishing violations. The latest cutting edge tips and techniques for tipups, jigging, and ice fishing related equipment.
Freshwater fishing regulations guide new york state department. Ideal for winter anglers, our deep, glacierdug lakes shelter the fish. Upstate and western new york fishing report january 30, 2020. Although ice conditions have been changing daily, anglers are finding good numbers of perch, bluegill and a good trout bite. Stephen kline 12 of 79 more than 400 anglers entered the 27th annual schroon lake ice fishing derby on march 2 and 3, 2019. Icefishings been spotty for the last five years, and we certainly havent been seeing the ice we had 10 or 15 years ago, he claims. Statewide angling regulations species open season minimum length daily limit troutbrook, brown and rainbow and hybrids of these species. Ice fishing regulations where ice fishing is permitted fish may be taken in accordance with the seasons, minimum size and creel limits in effect in that water. Ice fishing begins in earnest with the first safe ice, usually in late december. At over 800 feet above sea level, schroon lake is one of the first to freeze over and one of the last see ice out. Ice fishing on eagle lake in ontario, canada andy myers. Oneida lake could produce its best walleye fishing season in. Before setting out on your next fishing outing in the catskills, please remember to refer to the decs rules and regulations to ensure youre following protocol, obtaining the correct license, and fishing within season.
In addition, many waters throughout new york state are open to fishing for trout, lake trout and landlocked. This information is provided for general orientation only. Paul ice fishing and winter sports show helped kick off the 201920 ice fishing season. In tupper lake and piercefield, we have some of the best fishing holes. A variety of lakes offer exciting fishing opportunities for perch, crappie, walleye, northern pike, muskellunge and trout during the months of late december, january, february and early march. We specialize in day and overnight hikes, fishing the lakes and remote ponds, ice fishing, and day or overnight hunts for whitetail deer and black bear. Apr 24, 2015 the statewide fishing season for walleye begins the first saturday in may and runs through march 15 the following year.
There are some safe spots at the south end of port and sodus bays. Baker has two poles out and seven tipups, which are ice fishing rigs made of wood, plastic or metal with a line spool and hook and bait. Guided adirondack ice fishing camp rates ice fishing seasons. Warm temperatures chill the ice fishing season the new york. Ice fishingfishing gear for sale or trade ny has 2,947 members. When you need quality ice fishing accessories, turn to the brands you trust like frabill, eskimo, clam, and beaver dam. Find and share lots of information in the ice fishing forums. Climate changes seem to be shortening the icefishing season, or at least theres been a trend in that direction, according to albert daher, who has nearly 50 years of experience on oneida lake. Anglers share their eyeopening catches reader photos. Dates for fishing seasons are organized alphabetically by fish species. You have the opportunity to catch walleye, northern pike, perch, smelt the list goes on. Ice fishingfishing gear for sale or trade ny public group. The following statewide angling regulations apply to all waters for which special regulations have not been established.
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