Freshwater Fishing and Boating News

DEC Trout Stream Management Meetings Continue

West-central New York anglers will have the opportunity to voice their opinions concerning DEC's efforts to manage stream trout populations at two public meetings this month. DEC fisheries staff will describe current stream trout management strategies and discuss the findings of a statewide study completed in 2015. Following the presentation, meeting attendees will have the opportunity to provide feedback concerning their preferences for trout stream management.

Meetings will be held from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the following locations:

Thursday, October 19
Hammondsport High School
8620 Main Street Extension
Hammondsport, NY 14840

Monday, October 23
NYSDEC Region 8 Headquarters
6274 East Avon-Lima Road
Avon, NY 14414

Anglers unable to attend the meetings can provide input directly by email.

Learn About DEC Fishery Management Efforts

Each year, Bureau of Fisheries staff survey and report on fisheries management activities in waters from Montauk to Buffalo. The results of many of these surveys and other scientific studies, as well as species management plans and annual summaries, can be found on the DEC website. Check back frequently, as information is updated on a regular basis.

Trout Season Closes on Many New York Waters on October 15

Anglers are reminded that the statewide season for trout on many waters closes on October 15. Some waters have special regulations that allow for fishing beyond this date.

A number of lakes and ponds are also open for ice fishing. Look for "ice fishing permitted" in the "Method" column of the Regulations by County tables.

Only You Can Prevent Aquatic Invasions

Clean, Drain and Dry Your Fishing and Boating Equipment After Every Use