fishing

Feeling the pull of the great outdoors? This weekend, local waters are open for free fishing—a perfect chance to bond with family or try something new.

If you find a fish and it's speckled with black spots, can you safely eat it without getting sick? And what caused those spots?

In some states, it's a thrilling summer pastime, while in others, it’s strictly off-limits. What drives this wave of hand fishing?

New York is home to countless great fishing spots, but Lake Champlain stands out as a top destination. Stretching 120 miles and teeming with over 80 fish species, it’s been recognized as one of the best fishing lakes in the country for 2025.

The app that provides an easy way to display fishing licenses, privileges, plus view important hunting and fishing-related information.

Free Fishing Days are back in New York for 2025. Governor Hochul announced that this popular annual tradition will continue, giving anglers across the Empire State the chance to fish without a license on select days throughout the year.

Dante Piraino might be the new New York State smallmouth bass record holder after an incredible catch during a B.A.S.S. Nation Tournament in Ogdensburg, NY on September 22nd.

Grab the tackle box and get ready to fish for free in New York.

There's a new state record for largemouth bass in New York.

The first fishing record of 2024 has been recorded in New York.

A 220 pound endangered fish was pulled from one New York River.

Beaches in Upstate New York offer you the perfect escape during the summer months. What are the top beaches in all of Upstate New York to check out and enjoy?