New York State has announced the first of several Free Fishing Days of the year. During these designated weekends, anglers ...

The native brook trout, the official state fish of New York, is making a comeback in Adirondack streams due to the success of the national Acid Rain Program.

On February 14th and 15th, June 27th and 28th, September 26th, and November 11th, the requirement for a freshwater fishing license will be waived.

There's never a bad time to look into a relaxing mountain getaway, and the little town of Downsville has everything you need to get in touch with nature.

The best part of this Valentine’s Day gift is that it’s free. DEC is waiving freshwater fishing license fees this weekend, ...

Gov. Kathy Hochul and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced last Thursday the 2026 dates for Free Fishing Days in New York. The requirement for a freshwater fishing ...

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 ...

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

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 ...