Realistic fly patterns are incredible, but is that what the trout see?
Steve Piatt
May 23, 2017
I’m always amazed at today’s fly tiers who can create exact replicas of various insects…
New York
A close-up look at a fishing opener boating collision
Tony Peterson
May 22, 2017
Save your boating bacon by staying safe and paying attention on the water
‘I Bird NY’ initiative takes flight in New York state
Staff and News Reports
May 19, 2017
State unveils designs for new observation viewing tower in Utica.
New York Outdoor News Calendar — May 19, 2017
Site Staff
May 18, 2017
Season Dates May 27: Muskellunge season opens (statewide, general regulations) May 31: Spring gobbler season closes Shows June 18: Niagara Frontier Gun Show, Alexander Firemen’s Rec Hall, Alexander, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For more info go
New York Outdoor News Fishing Report — May 19, 2017
Site Staff
May 18, 2017
Western New York Lake Ontario: There was still a state of emergency along the Lake Ontario shoreline for high water levels. That isn’t really going to affect the fishing that much, but the Niagara County
New York Outdoor News Cuffs and Collars — May 19, 2017
Site Staff
May 18, 2017
(Editor’s note: A criminal charge is merely an allegation that a defendant has committed a violation of the criminal law, and it is not evidence of guilt. All defendants are presumed innocent and entitled to
Fishing line selection isn’t as simple as the old days
Mike Raykovicz
May 18, 2017
Today, fishermen have a choice of many high-quality braided or fluorocarbon fishing lines that are stronger, more durable and don’t abrade as easily as mono.
New York deer harvest numbers up 5 percent
Staff and News Reports
May 17, 2017
The 2016 deer take included 106,055 antlerless deer and 107,006 bucks.
Waterfowl hunting seasons, regs set for New York state
Staff and News Reports
May 17, 2017
DEC: Waterfowl hunting seasons provide diverse opportunities across the state.
