This Saturday and Sunday are free fishing days in New York State. During free fishing days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim … [Read more...]
Black Bass Season Begins June 15
Black bass season begins Saturday in New York State. State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced that open (harvest) season for largemouth and smallmouth bass, collectively known as black bass, begins … [Read more...]
Musky Fishing Season Begins June 1
Musky fishing season begins this Saturday in inland waters and on June 15 for Great Lakes waters in New York State. State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Director Sean Mahar said that muskellunge are often referred to as the "fish … [Read more...]
Harmful Algal Bloom Notification Season Has Begun In NYS
The 2024 Harmful Algal Bloom notification season has begun in New York State. State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar and State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner Dr. James McDonald said the … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Lake Symposium Set for Sunday, June 2
A symposium about the health and sustainability of Chautauqua Lake is set for this coming weekend. The Chautauqua Lake Symposium will take place on Sunday, June 2 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. The forum will have a meet and greet … [Read more...]
Motorists Encouraged To ‘Give Turtles A Brake’ in May, June
Motorists are encouraged to "give turtles a brake' during the months of May and June. State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar said thousands of turtles are killed each year by unsuspecting drivers when … [Read more...]
Residents Reminded Not To Touch Or Move Young Wildlife
New Yorkers are reminded to not touch or move young wildlife. The State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar said people should appreciate wildlife from a safe distance, "Spring’s warmer weather brings with it … [Read more...]