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 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
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 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