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Central New York

Lake Ontario: Salmon fishing has been very good from Oswego to Port Ontario. Salmon are being found in 50 to 80 feet of water. Fishing 30 to 55 feet down with E-chips, Spin Doctors, and

Crossbow issue still swirling in New York

Albany – Whether or not a crossbow season is on the horizon in New York state is a matter for the state Legislature. But the issue is one that seems to continue to percolate among

Catskills

Willowemoc/Beaverkill: Clear and fishable at last look. Midges and small BWOs in the morning. West Branch of the Delaware: Low water but fishable. Sulphers in the afternoon but olives and caddis are factors. East Branch

Last pheasant farm faces uncertain fate

Ithaca, N.Y. – DEC’s last remaining pheasant-rearing facility remains open, but may be in the crosshairs of those who see it as a cost-cutting option that could save about $800,000. DEC_Assistant Director of Fish, Wildlife

Capital District

Fish 307 in Lake George reports that fishing remains very good all over Lake George. Anglers are reporting salmon around Diamond Island in 45 to 55 feet of water. Anglers are using black and orange

Small game isn’t a big deal anymore

Albany – For some New York hunters, small-game hunting is a big thing. Even so, statistics show fewer hunters take to the woods and brushlots each year in pursuit of squirrels, rabbits and hares, grouse,

Southeastern New York

John Miller at Bob’s Sport and Tackle (914-232-4085) in Katonah reports some good smallmouth action on Croton Falls and Cross River reservoirs, while most of the largemouth success is coming on Muscoot Reservoir. Some walleye

Thousand Island

St. Lawrence River: Bass fishing has been good in deeper water, while perch action has also been solid for anglers using worms or fathead minnows. Walleye fishing has been excellent from Lake Ontario all the

Adirondacks

Anglers are reporting bass to be active in Moose Pond, Town of St. Armand. Bass are reported to be hitting on Wooly Buggers, bass poppers, bombers and rubber worms. The best colors, according to anglers,

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