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.

Two new fishing records have been set in New York this May, marking an exciting month for anglers statewide. Dylan Kampnich landed a massive 37-pound channel catfish in Black River Bay, breaking a three-year-old record by almost two pounds. Just 10 days later, Alex Pidhorodeckyj caught a record-breaking fallfish from the St. Lawrence River, surpassing a 16-year-old record by nearly half a pound.

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

Central New York- Your fishing photos could win you $100 to Mayhood's Sporting Goods inside our Trophy Room.

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.