As our state freshwater fish, brook trout, hold a pretty special place in New York’s natural history, but the effects from acid precipitation and competition with non-native fish have impacted their populations over the last several decades. Check out our latest video to learn more about what DEC Fisheries staff are doing to preserve heritage (native) strain brook trout in New York State. Spoiler alert: it’s pretty interesting! | NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
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The first Free Fishing Days of the year are coming up this Saturday, February 17, and Sunday, February 18! During Free Fishing Days, you can experience the awesome freshwater fishing opportunities New York has to offer, without a fishing license! ‼️ If you're considering an ice fishing adventure, it's important to check for safe ice—especially with this year’s unseasonably mild temperatures. ‼️ Keep these tips in mind before venturing out onto the ice: 🧊 Four inches of solid, clear ice is a saf
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Trout fishing season is underway across New York State! DEC fish hatcheries staff have been busy this spring stocking creeks and streams, and took some time out with us to discuss their efforts. #IFishNY | NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
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New York's next Free Fishing Day is almost here! This Saturday, September 28, the fishing license requirement is waived for anyone fishing New York’s freshwater lakes, ponds, streams and rivers so that anglers have the opportunity to try fishing (or get back into it), before deciding to buy a fishing license. Although you don’t need a fishing license this weekend, all other freshwater fishing regulations are in effect so be sure to check them out before your trip: https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do
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Free Fishing Weekend is almost here! What better way to celebrate your Valentine than warming your heart on an ice fishing adventure? During Free Fishing Weekend (February 14 –15), the freshwater fishing license requirement is waived, so it’s the perfect time to try out ice fishing for the first time, get back into the sport, or take a friend or the whole family along to fish! ‼️ Just a reminder, all other fishing regulations remain in effect on Free Fishing Days. Looking for ice fishing tips an
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DEC staff continue to stock New York’s waterways with various species of trout. Take a peek at how it’s done, and get hooked on fishing! Stocking schedules are available at https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/30465.html and include stocking lists, locations, and a searchable map! #IFishNY | NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
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This Saturday (September 23rd) is National Hunting and Fishing Day! It’s also a Free Fishing Day so you don’t need a fishing license (includes residents and non-residents), making it the perfect opportunity to head outdoors and give it a try! No fishing rod? No problem. Check to see if your local library partners with DEC in offering fishing rods to borrow through our Rod Lending Program: https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/89362.html#Loaner Free fishing day participants are reminded that although th
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