Capital District Fishing Report – October 17th, 2014
Hunting has dominated the sporting action of late, with not enough fishing pressure to generate a full report.
Hunting has dominated the sporting action of late, with not enough fishing pressure to generate a full report.

The world’s major fur-clearing house foresees challenging wild fur market conditions heading into the upcoming trapping season.
Not hearing of a lot of fishing pressure, which makes it tough to offer a report. Most were archery hunting, and some hefty black bears have already been taken in the region.

DEC’s fragile E-licensing system has apparently survived a late rush by deer hunters to apply for Deer Management Permits.
As we get into October, Blue-Winged hatches can occur at anytime in the afternoon. Along with the leaves, ants, beetles and other “land bugs” end up in the rivers. A small ant pattern can fool
St. Lawrence River: The muskie hunters are generally awaiting cooler temperatures. Bass and pike action has been decent, however. Black Lake: Richard at Chapman’s Sports in Hammond reports anglers keying in on bluegills and crappies

The coming of fall is like a giant reset button for the muskie-fishing season.

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