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Lake Ontario and tributaries: Fishing for salmon and trout continued to be consistent for anglers in the know, with most of the salmon action taking place in 200 to 400 feet of water with either spoons or flasher-fly, according to Capt. Bob Cinelli of Newfane. Cinelli has been using mostly a spoon program in the […]

Cayuga Lake: Lake trout fishing continued to be good for anglers trolling and vertical jigging. Be prepared to deal with water fleas. Weed mats are also a nuisance in some areas for anglers trolling. Trolling 50 to 80 feet down in 100 to 150 feet of water with spoons or flasher and flies continued to

The Hungry Trout Fly Shop in Wilmington reports cooler temps have brought the river down to ideal water temps for trout, although low water has now created a challenge. Fishing was solid on the West Branch of the Ausable, but more water must be covered as many stretches are lacking their usual amount of holding water.

The offshore fishing was difficult of late due to high winds and rough seas. A few offshore tournaments were postponed due to the unfavorable conditions. Boats that did make it offshore reported good fishing for makos at the Linda and Yankee wrecks, along the 20-fathom line, in the Glory Hole, the Compass Rose and in

Lake George: Action has been good for both smallmouths and largemouths, and anglers – especially the local fishing guides – who know how to handle the summer fishing patterns are still finding plenty of lake trout. Saratoga Lake: Bass fishing has been more challenging of late. Tim at Saratoga Tackle and Archery suggests fishing the

Bass action has been good at several locations of late, including Ashokan Reservoir, Rondout Reservoir, Greenwood Lake, Sylvan Lake, Middle Branch Reservoir, Croton Falls Reservoir, Muscoot Reservoir and New Croton Reservoir.

Beaverkill and Willowemoc: Midges, tricos and some olives are dependable most mornings. Evening hatches are very spotty and poor due to warm water temps. Fish the mornings and give the fish a break as waters warm. Delaware East Branch: Low and clear water requires long, fine leaders. These are very picky fish,  Hatches have been

St. Lawrence River: Bass have headed into deeper water but fishing remained solid. Pike were also being caught with some regularity, as were perch when you locate them. Black Lake: Bass fishing remained solid for both smallmouth and largemouth, and evening top-water fishing is always a great option. Chances are you’ll encounter a pike or