The NYSDEC and Governor Hochul recently announced the 2026 dates for Free Fishing Days in New York. That is, those days when no freshwater fishing license is required. They are: Feb. 14–15, June 27–28 ...

Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) recently announced the 2026 dates for ...

Beginner anglers learn how to use a jigging rod to catch fish through the ice at a previously held Free Learn to Fish Clinic. Photo courtesy of DEC. Stay connected to all things Adirondacks by signing ...

Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) have announced the 2026 dates ...

Despite the cold weather, some outdoor enthusiasts took to Braddock Bay for ice fishing. They set up eight lines and caught a yellow perch.

New Yorkers will be able to fish for free on six days next year as the state looks to get more people outdoors. Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ...

CAMBRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is offering free ice fishing clinics. Two are taking place in February in Washington County. The clinics will ...