fishing

Nick Camadine was only 25 minutes into a rainy morning of fishing in Rome when he hooked his biggest tiger muskie yet — a 44-inch fish caught near the James Street Bridge.

Adam Reames landed a massive 49-inch, 32.5-pound northern pike on Lake Delta Monday evening. The giant fish could be the biggest ever caught from the lake—and it was released back into the water.

New York State’s Free Fishing Weekend takes place June 27–28, 2026, waiving freshwater fishing license requirements across the state.

11 New York fishing captains have been named 2026 Angler’s Choice Award winners, recognized for top ratings, reliability, and service across the state’s charter fishing industry from Buffalo to Long Island.

New York updated its fish advisory, identifying safest waters and easing Hudson River restrictions for the first time in 50 years.

If you fish in New York, pay attention. The NYSDEC is proposing earlier season closures, new Lake Ontario limits, and eliminating some special regulations.

Yongfeng Tian of Brooklyn set a new NY State record by catching a 3 lb 4 oz white perch at Cross River Reservoir, surpassing the previous record from 1991.

New York’s Free Fishing Day returns Sept. 27, coinciding with National Hunting and Fishing Day. No license needed, just grab a rod and enjoy the outdoors.

The faith-based Fishers of Men Tournament is coming to Delta Lake on September 6th.

John Sodaro hooked a massive Northern Pike near the boat launch at Delta Lake State Park — the largest summer catch recorded there.

Two Central New York men survived five hours in Oneida Lake after their boat capsized.

This isn't just a story from a fisherman about an enormous fish. He's got pictures and all the receipts to prove that he caught the biggest New York has ever seen.