# New York Fishing News **URL:** https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/new-york-fishing-forum/new-york-fishing-news/220.md [Latest](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the New York Fishing News category](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/about-the-new-york-fishing-news-category/222)
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(Replace this first paragraph with a brief description of your new category. This guidance will appear in the category selection area, so try to keep it below 200 characters.) Use the following paragraphs for a longer d… --- ## [Coast Guard and Partner Agencies Respond to Ferry Incident in Manhattan](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/coast-guard-and-partner-agencies-respond-to-ferry-incident-in-manhattan/229333)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/coast-guard-and-partner-agencies-respond-to-ferry-incident-in-manhattan/229333 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
NEW YORK- The Coast Guard is responding to a collision that occurred at the Pier 11 ferry terminal in Manhattan, N.Y. Fifty-seven injuries have been reported after the ferry Seastreak collided with the pier at 8:45 a.m. … --- ## [New York State Fishing App for iPhone, iPad ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-state-fishing-app-for-iphone-ipad/229329)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-state-fishing-app-for-iphone-ipad/229329 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
iFish New York is now available for the iPhone and iPad, featuring detailed information for freshwater fishing on over 4,000 lakes, ponds and reservoirs across the state. AppsForAnglers.com, developers of several succes… --- ## [New York Extends Black Sea Bass Season Through February ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-extends-black-sea-bass-season-through-february/229331)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-extends-black-sea-bass-season-through-february/229331 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
In an official release from Governor Andrew Cuomo on December 26th, it was officially announced that the state has extended the season for recreational black sea bass fishing, originally scheduled to close on December 31… --- ## [New Yorks Cuomo Announces $20M in Fishing Industry Grants ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-yorks-cuomo-announces-20m-in-fishing-industry-grants/229326)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-yorks-cuomo-announces-20m-in-fishing-industry-grants/229326 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged coastal fishing businesses harmed by Storm Sandy to apply for available funding through the State’s recently approved Coastal Fishing Industry Grant Program. Under the program (see ww… --- ## [DEC Recreational Summer Flounder (Fluke), Scup (Porgy) and Black Sea Bass Rules Become Final](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dec-recreational-summer-flounder-fluke-scup-porgy-and-black-sea-bass-rules-become-final/229327)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dec-recreational-summer-flounder-fluke-scup-porgy-and-black-sea-bass-rules-become-final/229327 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
The recreational fishing rules for summer flounder (fluke), scup (porgy) and black sea bass have been permanently adopted, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The rules wer… --- ## [New York DEC Announces State Record Brook Trout](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-announces-state-record-brook-trout/229337)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-announces-state-record-brook-trout/229337 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
Rick Beauchamp, of Mayfield, Fulton County, is the new holder of the state record for brook trout after catching a six-pound, 22.5-inch brook trout in Silver Lake on May 16, the New York State Department of Environmental… --- ## [WFN Names Ultimate Fishing Towns ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/wfn-names-ultimate-fishing-towns/229334)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/wfn-names-ultimate-fishing-towns/229334 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
DENVER - - WFN: World Fishing Network, the leading entertainment destination and digital resource for anglers throughout North America, has announced that anglers across the U.S. and Canada have selected Port Colborne, O… --- ## [NY Efforts Pay off for 2013 Summer Flounder Fishing ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-efforts-pay-off-for-2013-summer-flounder-fishing/229332)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-efforts-pay-off-for-2013-summer-flounder-fishing/229332 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
The recreational fishing season for summer flounder will open May 1 and remain open through Sunday, September 29, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The flounder size limit… --- ## [New York Workshop on Catch-and-Release Handling](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-workshop-on-catch-and-release-handling/229330)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-workshop-on-catch-and-release-handling/229330 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
At the Sport Fishing Education Center, PO Box 373, Ocean Parkway, Babylon, NY 11702 Phone: 631-587-2873 The Port Meeting will help you conserve our marine fisheries by discussing best handling practices for releasing f… --- ## [Cabelas Announces Plans for New Stores in New York, Texas and Massachusetts ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/cabelas-announces-plans-for-new-stores-in-new-york-texas-and-massachusetts/229325)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/cabelas-announces-plans-for-new-stores-in-new-york-texas-and-massachusetts/229325 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
SIDNEY, Neb. - Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE:CAB), the World’s Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today plans to bring the unique Cabela’s shopping experience to customers in Cheektowaga, … --- ## [New York Central Park Lake Has Lots of Bass--No Snakeheads](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-central-park-lake-has-lots-of-bass-no-snakeheads/229335)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-central-park-lake-has-lots-of-bass-no-snakeheads/229335 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)'s recent fish population survey at Harlem Meer, a lake in Central Park, found no northern snakehead fish, the agency announced today. The northern snakehe… --- ## [New York DEC Seeks Comment on Sportfish Regulations](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-seeks-comment-on-sportfish-regulations/229336)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-seeks-comment-on-sportfish-regulations/229336 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
Proposed changes to the current freshwater fishing regulations were announced today by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Based on the status of existing fish populations and discussions w… --- ## [NY DEC Extends Closure of South Shore Shellfishing Areas ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-dec-extends-closure-of-south-shore-shellfishing-areas/229338)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-dec-extends-closure-of-south-shore-shellfishing-areas/229338 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has extended the closures of particular shellfish harvesting areas in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. These temporary closures are necessary to protect publi… --- ## [Vote for Your Ultimate Fishing Town](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/229339)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:13pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/229339 "2013-12-10T12:13:13Z")
Do you live in the Ultimate Fishing Town? Your community could win a $25,000 donation or one of eight regional prizes and be featured on WFN! Vote for Your Town Now Click Here --- ## [DEC Recreational Summer Flounder (Fluke), Scup (Porgy) and Black Sea Bass Rules Become Final](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dec-recreational-summer-flounder-fluke-scup-porgy-and-black-sea-bass-rules-become-final/224840)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/dec-recreational-summer-flounder-fluke-scup-porgy-and-black-sea-bass-rules-become-final/224840 "2013-07-29T11:10:28Z")
The recreational fishing rules for summer flounder (fluke), scup (porgy) and black sea bass have been permanently adopted, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The rules wer… --- ## [New York Workshop on Catch-and-Release Handling](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-workshop-on-catch-and-release-handling/224029)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-workshop-on-catch-and-release-handling/224029 "2013-07-10T11:10:25Z")
At the Sport Fishing Education Center, PO Box 373, Ocean Parkway, Babylon, NY 11702 Phone: 631-587-2873 The Port Meeting will help you conserve our marine fisheries by discussing best handling practices for releasing f… --- ## [New York DEC Seeks Comment on Sportfish Regulations](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-seeks-comment-on-sportfish-regulations/224030)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-seeks-comment-on-sportfish-regulations/224030 "2013-07-10T11:10:25Z")
Proposed changes to the current freshwater fishing regulations were announced today by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Based on the status of existing fish populations and discussions w… --- ## [New York Central Park Lake Has Lots of Bass--No Snakeheads](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-central-park-lake-has-lots-of-bass-no-snakeheads/223192)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-central-park-lake-has-lots-of-bass-no-snakeheads/223192 "2013-06-19T11:10:42Z")
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)'s recent fish population survey at Harlem Meer, a lake in Central Park, found no northern snakehead fish, the agency announced today. The northern snakehe… --- ## [WFN Names Ultimate Fishing Towns ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/wfn-names-ultimate-fishing-towns/222827)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/wfn-names-ultimate-fishing-towns/222827 "2013-06-12T11:10:31Z")
DENVER - - WFN: World Fishing Network, the leading entertainment destination and digital resource for anglers throughout North America, has announced that anglers across the U.S. and Canada have selected Port Colborne, O… --- ## [Cabelas Announces Plans for New Stores in New York, Texas and Massachusetts ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/cabelas-announces-plans-for-new-stores-in-new-york-texas-and-massachusetts/222582)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/cabelas-announces-plans-for-new-stores-in-new-york-texas-and-massachusetts/222582 "2013-06-08T11:10:30Z")
SIDNEY, Neb. - Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE:CAB), the World’s Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today plans to bring the unique Cabela’s shopping experience to customers in Cheektowaga, … --- ## [New York DEC Announces State Record Brook Trout](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-announces-state-record-brook-trout/222189)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-dec-announces-state-record-brook-trout/222189 "2013-06-01T11:10:42Z")
Rick Beauchamp, of Mayfield, Fulton County, is the new holder of the state record for brook trout after catching a six-pound, 22.5-inch brook trout in Silver Lake on May 16, the New York State Department of Environmental… --- ## [New Yorks Cuomo Announces $20M in Fishing Industry Grants ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-yorks-cuomo-announces-20m-in-fishing-industry-grants/222188)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-yorks-cuomo-announces-20m-in-fishing-industry-grants/222188 "2013-06-01T11:10:42Z")
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged coastal fishing businesses harmed by Storm Sandy to apply for available funding through the State’s recently approved Coastal Fishing Industry Grant Program. Under the program (see ww… --- ## [NY Efforts Pay off for 2013 Summer Flounder Fishing ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-efforts-pay-off-for-2013-summer-flounder-fishing/220610)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-efforts-pay-off-for-2013-summer-flounder-fishing/220610 "2013-05-01T11:10:26Z")
The recreational fishing season for summer flounder will open May 1 and remain open through Sunday, September 29, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The flounder size limit… --- ## [Vote for Your Ultimate Fishing Town](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219953)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/vote-for-your-ultimate-fishing-town/219953 "2013-04-18T11:10:37Z")
Do you live in the Ultimate Fishing Town? Your community could win a $25,000 donation or one of eight regional prizes and be featured on WFN! Vote for Your Town Now Click Here --- ## [New York State Fishing App for iPhone, iPad ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-state-fishing-app-for-iphone-ipad/219607)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-state-fishing-app-for-iphone-ipad/219607 "2013-04-12T11:10:18Z")
iFish New York is now available for the iPhone and iPad, featuring detailed information for freshwater fishing on over 4,000 lakes, ponds and reservoirs across the state. AppsForAnglers.com, developers of several succes… --- ## [Coast Guard and Partner Agencies Respond to Ferry Incident in Manhattan](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/coast-guard-and-partner-agencies-respond-to-ferry-incident-in-manhattan/215249)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/coast-guard-and-partner-agencies-respond-to-ferry-incident-in-manhattan/215249 "2013-01-12T12:10:29Z")
NEW YORK- The Coast Guard is responding to a collision that occurred at the Pier 11 ferry terminal in Manhattan, N.Y. Fifty-seven injuries have been reported after the ferry Seastreak collided with the pier at 8:45 a.m. … --- ## [New York Extends Black Sea Bass Season Through February ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-extends-black-sea-bass-season-through-february/214935)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/new-york-extends-black-sea-bass-season-through-february/214935 "2013-01-08T12:10:21Z")
In an official release from Governor Andrew Cuomo on December 26th, it was officially announced that the state has extended the season for recreational black sea bass fishing, originally scheduled to close on December 31… --- ## [NY DEC Extends Closure of South Shore Shellfishing Areas ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-dec-extends-closure-of-south-shore-shellfishing-areas/214026)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2012, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ny-dec-extends-closure-of-south-shore-shellfishing-areas/214026 "2012-12-20T12:10:24Z")
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has extended the closures of particular shellfish harvesting areas in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. These temporary closures are necessary to protect publi… --- ## [BoatUS Claims Team Clears the Way after Sandy ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boatus-claims-team-clears-the-way-after-sandy/213486)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2012, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/boatus-claims-team-clears-the-way-after-sandy/213486 "2012-12-06T12:10:20Z")
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS, NY, Atlantic Highlands is a small Victorian town on the New Jersey shore overlooking lower New York Bay, where at night, the twinkling lights of the Manhattan skyline can be seen in the distance. It’s… [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/new-york-fishing-forum/new-york-fishing-news/220.md?page=1)