Author Archives: 1st Choice Fishing Charters

That Time of Year

That time of year again to start planning your fishing adventure’s. The great thing is you have some time, but don’t take to long as the season is right around the corner. What you should do is contact us talk about your plans when and where. We are getting calls everyday now so start thinking… Continue Reading

Illegal Fishing Stopped

Three Salmon Poachers Arrested after Early-Morning Chase Three men suspected of poaching during the annual salmon run were arrested early Wednesday morning after leading police on a wild chase in the woods in Niagara County, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The incident occurred just after 2 a.m. when DEC… Continue Reading

Lake Ontario Fisheries

DEC Seeks Input on Lake Ontario Fisheries The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation sent this bulletin on 09/13/2016 04:49 PM EDT DEC Seeks Input on Lake Ontario Fisheries September Meetings to Discuss Future Salmon, Trout and Alewife Management The public will have the opportunity to learn about the status of Lake Ontario fisheries… Continue Reading

New York’s 1st State Record Fish Established for 2016

First State Record Fish Established for 2016 12-year-old from the Adirondacks Catches Record Freshwater Drum New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos announced today that Amelia Whalen of Witherbee caught a record breaking freshwater drum from Lake Champlain in Essex County on June 4, 2016. The fish measured 36.5 inches and… Continue Reading

Reinstein Woods Festival

Reinstein Woods Festival Will Feature Pollinator Theme 16th Annual Fall Festival Slated For September 17, 2016 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) invites the public to the 16th Annual Fall Festival at Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve in Cheektowaga on Saturday, September 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can spend the day… Continue Reading

HELP OUR FISHERY

Angling tips to help trout and salmon beat the heat The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation sent this bulletin on 08/11/2016 10:59 AM EDT Angling tips to help trout and salmon beat the heat During the steamy “dog days” of August, it is important to remember that trout and salmon (coldwater sportfish) experience… Continue Reading

Family Fishing

Family fishing the Niagara River with 1st Choice Fishing Charters is Fun, Safe and relaxing. There is so much history here you have to see it to believe it. Niagara River fishing is a great why to connect with your family and friends call today and see what you have been missing. Continue Reading