Fishing
Ice fishing segment within Greater Niagara Fishing and Outdoor Expo Jan. 20-22
Ice fishing season has finally arrived, but caution is advised with the roller coaster weather ride we’ve been experiencing around the state. Safety needs to be the number one concern for hard water anglers, starting
DNR layoffs back on, though fate of World Shooting Complex staff unclear
Layoffs originally planned in 2015 are now back on, according to a letter from CMS to AFSCME
Catch-and-release pioneer Bud Lilly dies
He was also a legendary fly fisherman and conservationist
Pulling fish through ice much more fun if you can keep warm
Before drilling holes in the solid ice, anglers should take care of some basic steps to make sure the ice fishing experience is enjoyable
New York DEC stresses safety as ice fishing begins across state
Anglers are reminded of important steps when using baitfish while ice fishing
Tighter ‘laker’ limits for Superior anglers
Board adopts emergency rule for sport anglers in Apostle Islands area that allows for two-fish bag limit, with a 15-inch size limit, but only one of those fish may be longer than 25 inches
Debate begins regarding reduced walleye bag limits across state
Gag limits – and early discussion over whether or not they should be revisited comprehensively – were a theme that came up throughout all of the day’s fisheries discussions during DNR Roundtable
Local veterans to be honored at Holes for Heroes ice-fishing events
This year’s host and expert guide is frequent Outdoor News contributor Tackle Terry Tuma.
Ice fishing tip: Catch more walleyes by ringing the dinner bell with call baits
Make contact with more hard-water walleyes via large, noisy baits to attract them.
