The region’s deer hunters have been taking advantage of prime time, but a lack of snow in most areas has been a source of frustration. Hunting pressure will really kick into high gear if the
The surf fishing for stripers and bluefish improved during this report period along the South Shore ocean beaches, with larger fish being caught as the water temperature continues to drop. Fresh bunker chunks and clams
Not hearing much on the fishing front, but hunters have been seeing good buck movement as the rut kicks in and some decent bucks have been taken by bowhunters.
Willowemoc and Beaverkill: Both rivers were clear and fishable and in decent shape. Hatch-wise, it’s Caddis, Olives and midges. The upper Beaverkill is now closed to fishing. Delaware West Branch: Wadeable only with some color
St. Lawrence River: Colder weather has triggered some muskie action, but we haven’t heard of any 50-inchers – yet. Not hearing much on the walleye front. Black Lake: Richard at Chapman’s Sports in Hammond reported
Lake Ontario and tributaries: In Eighteenmile Creek and Burt Dam, brown trout fishing has been good, with some salmon and steelhead mixed in. Some increased water flow from rain or the Erie Canal de-watering could
NORTHEAST METRO With the exception of some limited river fishing reports, angling activity has come to an end. Look for the small, shallow lakes to cap with ice within the next week if the wind
LAKE MILLE LACS Fishing pressure has almost been non-existent and with some snow now on the ground, it’s pretty much over until ice forms. Deer hunting success has varied based on anecdotal reports, but hunter
FAIRMONT AREA Deer hunting success was “average” with a few really nice bucks shot. Snow cover is minimal, but there hasn’t been anyone fishing. With some cold weather this week, ice is expected to form
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