Lake Ontario flood risk downgraded to 8%, international board says
The chances of flooding this spring on the shores of Lake Ontario are now deemed "low," the board that controls outflows from the lake said this week.
Source: The Buffalo News
IJC allows increased Lake Ontario outflows into spring
The International Joint Commission will allow increased outflows from Lake Ontario until the lake reaches its spring peak, in what a news release Friday said was a proactive move to try to prevent flooding.
Source: The Buffalo News
Gift Cards and Electronic Gift Certificates Now Available for New York State DEC Campground Visits
Are you looking for gift ideas this holiday season? DEC's lifetime sporting licenses make a great gift for outdoors enthusiasts.
Source: New York State
Watertown man’s pumpkinseed fish ties 25-year state record
Jordan Tontarski, Watertown, tied the state record for a pumpkinseed fish set in 1994. He caught the 1-pound, 9-ounce pumpkinseed while ice fishing on the Black River.
Source: Oswego County
DEC Releases Final Statewide Trout Stream Management Plan
Science-Based Plan with Angler Input will Improve Management of Wild and Stocked Trout.
Source: New York State
DEC Proposes Changes to Streamline, Simplify Black Bass Fishing Regulations
Proposal Replaces "Any Size" and 10-Inch Minimum Size Limit Regulations for Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass with Statewide 12-Inch Minimum.
Source: New York State
Governor Cuomo announces program to extend fishing season in Western New York
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the start of a new pilot program, as part of the Reimagine the Canals initiative that uses water from the Erie Canal to enhance already renowned fishing opportunities in Western New York.
Source: Orleans County
New Fall Fishing Program
Fall fishing is well underway—and the New York Canal Corporation and DEC are working to create a longer season in Western New York.
Source: Orleans County
Discover the fishing charters and guides of Cayuga County
With eight lakes, plus numerous streams, ponds and tributaries, Cayuga County has some of the best boating and fishing in New York State.
Source: Cayuga County
Types of Fish found in Cayuga County
Before you head to the lake, river or stream make sure that if you are over the age of 16 you have your NYS fishing license.
Source: Cayuga County