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- [NYS Legislature Passes PFOA-related Washing Machine Law](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/nys-legislature-passes-pfoa-related-washing-machine-law/) - March 23, 2026 By Rich Davenport Silly session is in full swing in Albany once again, and the silliness and attacks of the people sadly continues. Late last week, the NYS Assembly passed it’s version of “Washing Machine Microfiber Filter Act”, which aims to require additional filtration devices be installed on all washing machines purchased
- [Constant NY Deer Season Changes Points to One Problem](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/constant-ny-deer-season-changes-points-to-one-problem/) - March 23, 2026 By Rich Davenport Last week, the NYSDEC announced yet another round of proposed changes to the Southern Zone of NY’s deer hunting seasons, the next in a seemingly never-ending carousel ride hunters have endured over the past 15+ years. After decades of relative stability, which changes coming in the form of efforts
- [NY Legislature Threatens State Forests for “Renewables”](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/ny-legislature-threatens-state-forests-for-renewables/) - March 25, 2026 By Rich Davenport So much for “environmentalism” in Democrat-controlled NYS. That’s the only conclusion one can draw from this one-party rule fiasco that has become Albany. Last year, during the 2025 session, Democrat Senator from the 48th District, Rachel May, sponsored legislation, S4408, which would authorize NYS to lease state forests and
- [2025 NY Record Bear Harvest, HRSI Report Shows Safety is Tops](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/2025-ny-record-bear-harvest-hrsi-report-shows-safety-is-tops/) - March 23, 2026 By Rich Davenport On March 23, 2026, NYSDEC released two reports of great interest to the sporting community, showing 2025 was a record-setter in two critical areas – The 2025 Bear Harvest and safety of hunting in NYS. Bear Harvest 2025 According to the press release announcing the bear harvest, 2025/ 2026
- [NYSDEC Proposes New Regulations to Increase Antlerless Deer Harvest](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/nysdec-proposes-new-regulations-to-increase-antlerless-deer-harvest/) - March 18, 2026 By Rich Davenport On March 18, 2026, NYSDEC announced several proposed changes to NYS Big Game Hunting regulations, with an eye on strengthening antlerless deer management, in response to the ever-growing population of whitetail deer across NYS. “Deer populations are growing throughout much of New York State,” DEC Commissioner Lefton said. “Increased
- [DMP Analysis Released for 2025 NYS Deer Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/03/dmp-analysis-released-for-2025-nys-deer-season/) - March 16, 2026 By Rich Davenport “Sixteen tons, what do you get? Another year older, and deeper in debt.” That lyric line from the chorus of Tennessee Ernie Ford’s 1955 classic song, “Sixteen Tons,” is always a line I recall when the calendar flips to the new year, and this year, it seems the NYSDEC
- [Houston, Do We Have a Problem?](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2026/02/houston-do-we-have-a-problem/) - By Rich Davenport February 19, 2026 The winter of 2026 will certainly be remembered as one of the best ice fishing seasons, conditions-wise, that WNY has experienced in quite a while. With most inland waterways sporting safe ice by mid-January, and even Lake Erie offering safe ice conditions before the end of January, certainly is
- [NYSDEC Releases 2021 Deer Harvest Estimate](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/06/nysdec-releases-2021-deer-harvest-estimate/) - Antlerless harvest drives declines, antlered deer seem to be stable By Rich Davenport, published June 2, 2022 On May 24, 2022 the NYSDEC released their 2021 Deer Harvest estimates after a lengthy delay caused by some unforeseen software challenges, confirming what many hunters across the state were opining - that the 2021 season was a
- [Youth Hunting Pilot a Surprising Success in New York](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/04/youth-hunting-pilot-a-surprising-success-in-new-york/) - Over 9,800 12 and 13-year old hunters joined the ranks in 2021 By Rich Davenport, published April 14, 2022 Last Spring the New York State Legislature took up a measure contained in the 2021/ 2022 budget which lowered the firearms big game hunting minimum age, on a temporary basis as a pilot program, to age
- [Lead Ammo Ban, Opt Out Legislation Moving in State Legislature](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/04/lead-ammo-ban-opt-out-legislation-moving-in-state-legislature/) - Measures would limit state land hunters and allow counties to override DEC By Rich Davenport, published April 8, 2022, updated 4/11/2022 Two pieces of legislation that were introduced last year in the NYS Legislature appear to be moving, and neither is good news for hunters and sportsmen. The first bill, A.5728/ S.5058, enacts a ban
- [Remembering Gene...](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/04/remembering-gene/) - Longtime Dunkirk Outdoors Writer will be sorely missed... By Rich Davenport, published April 4, 2022 The WNY Outdoors community lost another giant last week, when longtime Dunkirk Observer Outdoors Writer and Columnist Eugene "Gene" Pauszek crossed the rainbow bridge early on Friday, April 1, 2022, at home, while surrounded by family. He was 70 years
- [World Water Day 2022 to Focus on Groundwater and its Importance](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/03/world-water-day-2022-to-focus-on-groundwater-and-its-importance/) - But no mention of Industrial Wind Turbines and how these harm aquifers and wells By Rich Davenport, published March 21, 2022 March 22, 2022 marks this year's World Water Day, with organizers using the theme this year of Groundwater - making the invisible visible, as to raise awareness of how important groundwater is, and the
- [NYSDEC Adopts New Fishing Regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/03/nysdec-adopts-new-fishing-regulations/) - Season opening dates and minimum crappie keeper size biggest changes to be felt By Rich Davenport, published March 17, 2022 On March 17, 2022, the NYSDEC announced that new fishing regulations, based on two separate proposals released late last year, have been adopted and will take effect starting April 1, 2022. The two proposals, one
- [New York Sees 2021 as Safest Hunting Season in State History!](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/02/new-york-sees-2021-as-safest-hunting-season-in-state-history/) - By Rich Davenport, published February 23, 2022 New York has seen plenty of changes over the past few years concerning hunting. From covid covid covid forcing hunters safety classes online, to an amazing uptick driven by 14 and 15 year olds embracing the sports, partly driven by covid covid covid (23% rise in that age
- [Ohio DNR Takes No Position on Trail Cameras](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/02/ohio-dnr-takes-no-position-on-trail-cameras/) - By Rich Davenport, published February 23, 2022 Within the past several months, the issue of trail camera use and hunting has been taking center stage in several states across the US, as technological advances in this realm, coupled with increased hunter use, has some crying fair chase foul, both across the product spectrum, and those
- [NYSDEC Releases 2021 Black Bear Harvest Numbers](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/02/nysdec-releases-2021-black-bear-harvest-numbers/) - By Rich Davenport, published February 15, 2022 On February 14, 2022, the NYSDEC released their final Black Bear harvest estimates for the 2021 Big Game Season, which showed a not surprising decline in harvest from previous seasons, but still showing high numbers indicating NY's bear populations are thriving and healthy. Data indicates that statewide, the
- [Access and Use Plans Proposed for Canadaway Creek, Hanging Bog WMAs](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/02/592/) - Access and Use Plans Proposed for Canadaway Creek, Hanging Bog WMAs By Rich Davenport, published February 4, 2022 On February 2, 2022, the NYSDEC announced in a press release that two new WMA Access and Public Use Plans (APUP) were released for public comment to help better define and align activities and access with the
- [Walleye/ Bass Show Strong on Chautauqua Lake - Monitoring to Continue](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/01/walleye-bass-show-strong-on-chautauqua-lake-monitoring-to-continue/) - By Rich Davenport, published January 18, 2022 Chautauqua Lake, located in the southwest corner of Chautauqua County, has long been considered one of NY's premier natural lakes for recreational fishing, and is perhaps WNY's most productive inland fishery, with only Lake Erie showing higher catch rates for black bass and walleye fishing success. This appears
- [NYSDEC Named "2021 Agency of the Year" by the National Deer Association](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/01/nysdec-named-2021-agency-of-the-year-by-the-national-deer-association/) - By Rich Davenport, published January 8, 2022 The National Deer Association has announced their annual excellence awards for 2021, with the NYSDEC taking the top honor of "2021 Agency of the Year" for their leadership and successful deer management program in NY, while working hard to assure NY Hunters are involved in the planning and
- [Are Trail Cameras Bad for Hunting?  Utah Joins Arizona in Enacting Ban](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/01/are-trail-cameras-bad-for-hunting-utah-joins-arizona-in-enacting-ban/) - By Rich Davenport, published January 7, 2022 Are trail cameras good or bad for hunting? This debate seems to be garnering more attention across the Nation as high-tech devices in many styles and extended capabilities become more widespread in use, prompting some critics to wonder where the hunt in hunting went. Concerns over fair chase
- [WNY Covid Rise Concern Claims Fishing Expo in 2022 - 2023 Return Now Eyed](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/01/wny-covid-rise-concern-claims-fishing-expo-in-2022-2023-return-now-eyed/) - By Rich Davenport, published January 6, 2022 The covid covid covid has claimed its first event of 2022, as organizers of the Greater Niagara Fishing and Outdoors Expo have announced the event, which was slated for February 17-20, 2022 at the Niagara Falls Conference and Events Center, will be cancelled for this year, after Governor
- [Holiday Hunt Ends with New Year's Bang](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2022/01/holiday-hunt-end-with-new-years-bang/) - By Rich Davenport, published January 2, 2022 The inaugural southern zone Holiday Deer Hunt is now in the books, and those hunters determined and persistent enough to extend their efforts into this new season were rewarded with a different experience, little to no snow on the ground, and some success, as deer have transitioned from
- [Waterfowlers Express Frustration With Season Setting in New York](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/waterfowlers-express-frustration-with-season-setting-in-new-york/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 28, 2021 Waterfowl hunters across NY continue to express frustration over how the waterfowl seasons are set, after changes were made to this process starting in 2018, when the Citizen Task Force work was supplanted by the new Structured Decision Making (SDM) process that was first successfully used to make
- [Southern Zone Holiday Hunt Commences](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/southern-zone-holiday-hunt-commences/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 28, 2021 New York Southern Zone deer hunters awoke on Sunday, December 26, 2021, to the opening of the new Holiday Deer Hunt, which affords an additional late season deer hunting opportunity using archery, crossbow or muzzleloading firearms, after much chagrin over potential county opt out regulations being adopted before
- [New York Proposes Sweeping Superfund Changes for PFOS, PFOA Contaminants](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/new-york-proposes-sweeping-superfund-changes-for-pfos-pfoa-contaminants/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 24, 2021 The emerging contaminants, known as PFAS substances, has been the subject of growing concern, both Nationally and within New York, as more is learned about these toxic substances that were heavily used by several industries since the 1940's, and has shown to cause many health problems in people,
- [Economics and Output Prove Industrial Wind and Solar is Hot Air](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/economics-and-output-prove-wind-energy-is-hot-air/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 19, 2021 New York continues its march into darkness in the name of "saving the planet", but as the desperation of the political agenda grows, glaring discrepancies and undeniable realities concerning the renewable energy initiatives in New York and elsewhere are rapidly coming to light, laying bare the simple reality
- [Panfish Regulations Proposed](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/panfish-regulations-proposed/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 13, 2021 On October 29, 2021, NYSDEC Fisheries released new proposed regulations impacting panfish in New York, specifically sunfish and crappie, very popular fish pursued by young and old alike. In response to angler desires submitted to DEC over the past several years, a Sunfish and Crappie Draft "Management" Plan
- [DEC Shelves "Opt Out" Regulation - Holiday Hunt Set for 2021](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/dec-shelves-opt-out-regulation-holiday-hunt-set-for-2021/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 8, 2021 On December 7, 2021, the NYSDEC released an update concerning the new Southern Zone "Holiday Hunt", and their decision to shelf the proposed County "Opt Out" regulation, after many comments from a wide swath of interests were received, assuring this year's inaugural late season opportunity will go on
- [Montana Adds CWD Management Deer Season for 2022](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/montana-adds-cwd-management-deer-season-for-2022/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 16, 2021 Officials for Montana's Fish, Wildlife and Parks Department announced on December 10, 2021 an extended deer hunting season, starting on December 11 and running through February 15, 2022, as part of their Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) containment and reduction efforts in problem areas in the Big Sky State.
- [Opt In, Opt Out Caveats to be Opposed by Council, Erie County Federation](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/opt-in-opt-out-caveats-to-be-opposed-by-council-erie-county-federation/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 17, 2021 New York sportsmen and women endured a busy and not so friendly to conservation activities 2021, as CoVid-19 epidemic mandates continued to restrict many organizations and their ability to offer educational events, such as fishing clinics and mentored youth hunts, not to mention hampered fund raising efforts and
- [DEC Proposes New Fishing Regulations for 2022 and beyond](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/dec-proposes-new-fishing-regulations-for-2022-and-beyond/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 10, 2021, updated 12/17/2021 As calendar year 2021 comes to an end, things have been rather busy in Albany, as the NYSDEC has announced another round of proposed regulation changes to the freshwater fishing syllabus, with the intentions being to streamline further the rules while also standardizing fishing season openers.
- [New Ice Fishing Derby Set for Chautauqua](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/new-ice-fishing-derby-set-for-chautauqua/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 13, 2021 A new ice fishing derby has been created for the 2022 hard water season on Chautauqua Lake, organized in part by the Facebook Group Chautauqua Lake Ice and Open Water Fishing, with the goal being to promote ice fishing on Chautauqua Lake, while bringing some economic activity to
- [Goodell, Borrello Propose Bond Bill for Wind and Solar Projects](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/goodell-borrello-propose-bond-bill-for-wind-and-solar-projects/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 13, 2021 New York State prides itself on being a National leader in natural resource and environmental protection. That's why it came as a shock when Assemblyman Andy Goodell, Assembly district 50, Chautauqua County, during a trip back from Albany earlier this fall along the I-86, discovered a pile of
- [Superfund Settlement to Bring More Shore Fishing to Buffalo, New York](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/superfund-settlement-to-bring-more-shore-fishing-to-buffalo/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 17, 2021 On November 15, 2021, the United States Department of Justice, Office of Public Relations, issued a press release announcing a settlement agreement had been reached concerning a Super Fund legal action, launched against Honeywell Corporation and several others, which is valued at $6.25 MIL, while also reaching agreement
- ["Forever Chemical" Prompts Eat None Advisory in Maine, Michigan](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/forever-chemical-prompts-eat-none-advisory-in-maine-michigan/) - By Rich Davenport, Published November 28, 2021, updated 11/29/2021 On November 23, 2021, reports in Maine began circulating that the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife had issued an "eat none" order for deer harvested in the Fairfield area, southwest of Bangor, due to detected high levels of PFAS contamination, a "forever chemical" linked
- [New Drinking Water Plan Released for Hoosick Falls, NY](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/new-drinking-water-plan-released-for-hoosick-falls-ny/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 4, 2021, updated 12/5/2021 On December 3, 2021, NYSDEC announced the final plan to provide permanent clean drinking water sources for the Village of Hoosick Falls, NY has been approved, marking the latest milestone in a saga that began in 2015, when lifelong Hoosick Falls resident Michael Hickey discovered the
- [Late Season Deer - Hunting the Transition](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/12/late-season-deer-hunting-the-transition/) - By Rich Davenport, published December 4, 2021, updated 12/5/2021 Winter is beckoning, the temperatures are dropping, and snow is in the air. With the Regular Big Game seasons winding down in New York State - Northern Zone Regular Season closes December 5, while Southern Zone Regular Season closes December 12 - hunters look forward to
- [Duck Hunting Basics](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/duck-hunting-basics/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 13, 2021 Waterfowl hunters look forward to fall each year, as flocks of southbound waterfowl litter the skies in every major flyway. Drawing birds into shooting range requires scouting an area, understanding the winds, and, most importantly, spreading a convincing decoy string that beckons birds together before they make their
- [Early Season Grouse - Beating the Bushes](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/early-season-grouse-beating-the-bushes/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 13, 2021 October marks the start of most hunting seasons in New York. One of the most enjoyable autumn activities is early season grouse hunting. When the woods are still off-limits to deer hunting, outdoors enthusiasts experience the changing autumn landscape; enjoy the bounties of the harvest and the exhilaration
- [Covid Covid Covid and Whitetail Deer](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/covid-covid-covid-and-whitetail-deer/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 13, 2021 Just in time for Regular Big Game Season in NY’s southern zone, articles are being published claiming whitetail deer have covid covid covid, although unknown how they got it! First reported in the NY Times (go figure), and reported on 11/2/2021 in the NY Post, the article claims
- [Lake Erie Yellow Perch – The Bonanza is Back](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/lake-erie-yellow-perch-the-bonanza-is-back/) - By Rich Davenport, published November 13, 2021 Lake Erie has long been known for its tremendous walleye and smallmouth bass fishing. Yet, one of the most popular species anglers seek each season is the yellow perch. This popular and very tasty pan fish reaches enormous size in Lake Erie’s waters, making this pan fish a
- [Southern Zone Big Game Season Set to Start on November 20, 2021](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/southern-zone-big-game-season-set-to-start-on-november-20-2021/) - By Rich Davenport, Published 11/12/2021 New York's Southern Zone hunters are gearing up for the regular season big game opener, which begins Saturday, November 20, 2021. Along with the anticipation and excitement, several changes have taken effect this year that hunters need to be aware of. With the deer hunting forecast for this year looking
- [Ice Fishing Guide to Safety](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/ice-fishing-guide-to-safety/) - By Rich Davenport, published 11/13/2021 Old man winter’s icy grip has yet to fully enveloped our region, but ice anglers all across the Nation's Northern Tier are sharpening their augers and filling their heater’s propane tanks for hours of hard water adventure. Yet, each year avoidable tragedies happen, preventable accidents if anglers followed some basic
- [NY Inland Trout Streams Open for Catch and Release Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/2021/11/ny-inland-trout-streams-open-for-catch-and-release-fishing/) - By Rich Davenport, published 11/13/2021 Many changes occurred in early 2021 in New York, as the NYSDEC adopted their Inland Trout Stream Management Plan, which truly reflects much hard work, study and is considered to be one of the finest trout management plans in the Nation. Focusing solely upon inland streams, cold water fisheries managers

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- [Bass Fishing Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/fishing-articles-and-news/bass-fishing-articles-and-news/) - Check here for all your bass fishing articles and news! NYSDEC Adopts New Fishing Regulations Walleye/ Bass Show Strong on Chautauqua Lake – Monitoring to Continue DEC Proposes New Fishing Regulations for 2022 and beyond
- [PFAS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/eco-threats/pfas/) - The PFAS family of emerging contaminants presents great concerns for human, fish and wildlife health. One of the growing Eco Threats, these substances are known endocrine inhibitors, can cause certain cancers, interfere with reproduction in humans, fish and wildlife, and are considered "forever chemicals". PFAS were extensively used in making certain plastics, pizza boxes, fast-food
- [Superfund Cleanups](https://weloveoutdoors.org/eco-threats/superfund-cleanups/) - This section contains articles and news related to the dark days of industrial pollution and the Superfund clean up settlements and actions that help to reclaim the once poisoned environment to healthy and usable places once again! New York Proposes Sweeping Superfund Changes for PFOS, PFOA Contaminants Superfund Settlement to Bring More Shore Fishing to
- [Waterfowl Hunting Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/hunting-articles-and-info/waterfowl-hunting-articles-and-news/) - Check this page to get your waterfowl hunting articles and news! Remembering Gene… Waterfowlers Express Frustration With Season Setting in New York Duck Hunting Basics
- [Grouse Hunting Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/hunting-articles-and-info/grouse-hunting-articles-and-news/) - Check here for all your grouse hunting articles and news! Access and Use Plans Proposed for Canadaway Creek, Hanging Bog WMAs Early Season Grouse – Beating the Bushes
- [Trout Fishing Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/fishing-articles-and-news/trout-fishing-articles-and-news/) - Check here for trout fishing articles and news! Remembering Gene… NYSDEC Adopts New Fishing Regulations WNY Covid Rise Concern Claims Fishing Expo in 2022 – 2023 Return Now Eyed DEC Proposes New Fishing Regulations for 2022 and beyond NY Inland Trout Streams Open for Catch and Release Fishing
- [Perch Fishing Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/fishing-articles-and-news/perch-fishing-articles-and-news/) - Check here for perch fishing articles and news! Houston, Do We Have a Problem? Lake Erie Yellow Perch – The Bonanza is Back
- [Panfish Fishing Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/fishing-articles-and-news/crappie-fishing-articles-and-news/) - Check here for all your crappie, sunfish, rock bass and other panfish fishing articles and news! Houston, Do We Have a Problem? NYSDEC Adopts New Fishing Regulations Superfund Settlement to Bring More Shore Fishing to Buffalo, New York Panfish Regulations Proposed
- [Ice Fishing Articles and News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/fishing-articles-and-news/ice-fishing-articles-and-news/) - Check here for all your ice fishing articles and news! Houston, Do We Have a Problem? New Ice Fishing Derby Set for Chautauqua Ice Fishing Guide to Safety

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## Events

- [Opening Day NYS Bass Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-bass-season/)
- [Opening Day Lake Erie Bass Trophy Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-lake-erie-bass-trophy-season/)
- [Opening Day Walleye, Northern Pike, Pickerel, Tiger Musky Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-walleye-northern-pike-pickerel-tiger-musky-season/)
- [Opening Day Spring NY Turkey Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-spring-ny-turkey-season/)
- [New York Walleye Derby](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/new-york-walleye-derby/) - This old-school fishing derby runs from June 24, 2023 - August 6, 2023. Fish from boat or shore, New York waters only. Entry Fee only $35.00 per angler! For more information, or to enter this derby, visit newyorkwalleyederby.com or email newyorkwalleyederby@gmail.com
- [Opening Day NYS Inland Muskellunge Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-inland-muskellunge-season-2/) - Today is opening day of NYS Inland Muskellunge Season (all waters except Great Lakes and adjoining streams/ rivers to first impassable barrier)
- [Opening Day of NYS Black Bass Season and Great Lakes Muskellunge Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-of-nys-black-bass-season-and-great-lakes-muskellunge-season/) - Today marks the statewide opening day of Black Bass season and Great Lakes waters Muskellunge Season (including Upper and Lower Niagara Rivers and St. Lawrence Seaway).
- [Opening Day of NYS Walleye, Northern Pike and Tiger Muskellunge Seasons](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-of-nys-walleye-northern-pike-and-tiger-muskellunge-seasons/) - Today opens the NYS walleye, northern pike and tiger muskellunge seasons statewide.
- [Opening Day NYS Inland Trout Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-inland-trout-season-2/) - Today marks the opener of NY Inland Trout season statewide.
- [7th Annual Veteran's Fishing Day](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/7th-annual-veterans-fishing-day/) - Veterans fish on Lake Erie with volunteer captains from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM (rain or shine). Lunch is provided. Registration required. Veterans wishing to participate can call WNY Heroes at (716) 630-5020 x202 Volunteer Charter Captains - Sign up with Innovative Outdoors (716) 481-5348 or info@innovative-outdoors.com
- [Youth Firearms Deer Season - NYS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/youth-firearms-deer-season-nys/) - The Columbus Day weekend also marks the special youth firearms season for deer in NYS. Youth age 14 and 15 may hunt deer with a firearm under direct supervision of a parent, legal guardian, or qualified mentor. Jr. Hunters age 12 and 13 may also hunt this special season under supervision, except in Erie and
- [Long Island, NY Youth Pheasant Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/long-island-ny-youth-pheasant-hunt/) - Long Island, NY youth pheasant hunt is this weekend. Only the youth may take a hunting implement afield, and must be accompanied by parent, guardian or qualified mentor. Daily bag limit is two (2) birds per day. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Eastern NY Youth Pheasant Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/eastern-ny-youth-pheasant-hunt/) - Eastern NY Youth pheasant hunt weekend, daily bag limit is two (2) birds per day. Only the youth may hunt, and take a hunting implement afield with them. Must be accompanied by parent, guardian or qualified mentor. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Western NY Youth Pheasant Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/western-ny-youth-pheasant-hunt/) - The special youth pheasant hunt for WNY - two (2) bird daily limit. Only the youth may take a hunting implement afield. Must be accompanied by parent, guardian or qualified mentor. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Long Island Pheasant Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-long-island-pheasant-season/) - Today marks the opening day of Long Island, NY pheasant season. Season runs through December 31, 2022. Daily bag limit is 4 birds per day. For more information please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Southwestern NY Pheasant Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-southwestern-ny-pheasant-season/) - Today marks the start of pheasant hunting season in SW NY. Daily bag limit is 2 birds per day. Season runs through February 28, 2023. For more information and a map of the boundaries, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Northwestern NY Pheasant Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-northwestern-ny-pheasant-season/) - Today marks the start of pheasant hunting season in NW NY state. Runs through December 31, 2022. Daily bag limit is 2 birds per day. For more information and a map of where the boundaries are, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Eastern NY Pheasant Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-eastern-ny-pheasant-season/) - Today marks the start of Eastern NY pheasant hunting season. Runs through February 28, 2023. Daily bag limit of 2 birds per day. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day of Long Island Fall Turkey Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-of-long-island-fall-turkey-season/) - Today opens the fall turkey season on Long Island, NY. Runs through December 2, 2022. One bird per season of either sex. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Southern Zone Fall Turkey Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-southern-zone-fall-turkey-season/) - Today starts the NY Southern Zone fall turkey season. Runs through October 28, 2022. One bird limit, either sex, per season. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Northern Zone Fall Turkey Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-northern-zone-fall-turkey-season/) - Today marks the opener for NY Northern Zone fall turkey season. Runs through Oct 14. Bag Limit of 1 bird of either sex per season. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Southern Zone Holiday Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-southern-zone-holiday-hunt/) - Today starts the NY Southern Zone "Holiday Hunt" for deer hunting only. Hunters may use archery, crossbow or a muzzleloader. Runs through January 1, 2023. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Southern Zone Extended Archery/ ML Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-southern-zone-extended-archery-ml-season/) - Today marks the start of NY Southern Zone extended archery season/ muzzleloader season for deer and bear hunting. Season runs through December 20, 2022. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Northern Zone Early ML Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-northern-zone-early-ml-season/) - Today starts the NY Northern Zone Early Muzzleloading season. Runs through October 21, 2022. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Northern Zone Regular Deer Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-northern-zone-regular-deer-season/) - Today is the start of the NY Northern Zone Regular Deer Season. Runs through December 4, 2022. For more information, please visit the DEC Website.
- [Opening Day NY Southern Zone Big Game Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-southern-zone-big-game-season/) - Today marks the NY Southern Zone opening day of the regular big game season. Runs through December 11, 2022. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Crossbow Use NY S. Zone Deer and Bear Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-crossbow-use-ny-s-zone-deer-and-bear-hunting/) - Today starts the use of crossbow for deer and bear hunting in NY's Southern Zone, excluding WMUs 4J and 8C. Runs through November 18, 2022 For more info, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Catskills Mountains region Early Bear Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-catskills-mountains-region-early-bear-season/) - Today opens the early bear season in NY's Catskills Region. Runs through Sept. 25, 2022. For more into, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day NY Northern Zone Crossbow Hunting - deer and bear](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-northern-zone-crossbow-hunting-deer-and-bear/) - Today begins the use of crossbows for deer and bear hunting in the NY Northern Zone. Runs through October 21, 2022.
- [Opening Day NY Southern Zone Deer and Bear Archery Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-southern-zone-deer-and-bear-archery-season/) - Today opens archery season for Southern Zone deer and bear hunting. Archery season runs through November 18, 2022. For more information please visit DEC Deer and Bear hunting webpages
- [Opening Day NY Northern Zone Regular Bear Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-ny-northern-zone-regular-bear-season/) - Today opens regular bear hunting season in most sections of NY's Northern Zone. For more information, please visit the DEC website. Season runs through December 4, 2022.
- [Opening Day Norther Zone Deer Early Archery Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-norther-zone-deer-early-archery-season/) - Today marks the opening day of early deer archery season in NY's Northern Zone. Runs through Oct 21. For more info, please visit the DEC Website.
- [Opening Day Special Antlerless Only Deer Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-special-antlerless-only-deer-season/) - This limited antlerless only deer season permits use of all firearms and archery tackle and is effective for 9 days in the following WMUs ONLY: 3M, 3R, 8A, 8F, 8G, 8J, 8N, 9A, and 9F This season is also open in the following WMUs but only using archery equipment: 1C, 3S, 4J, and 8C Valid
- [Opening Day Northern Zone Ruffed Grouse Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-northern-zone-ruffed-grouse-season/) - Today opens Northern Zone of NY Ruffed Grouse season. For more information, please visit the DEC website.
- [Opening Day Resident Canada Goose Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-resident-canada-goose-season/) - Today marks the opener of NYS Resident Canada Goose Season. To see all the different Canada Goose seasons in NY, and to know daily bag limits in each region, visit the DEC Website. Resident Goose season opens across NYS on Sept. 1 and closes Sept. 25
- [Opening Day Southern Zone Small Game Seasons](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-norther-zone-ruffed-grouse-season/) - Today opens several small game seasons in NY Southern Zone. Those include: Cottontail Rabbit Ruffed Grouse Coyote
- [Opening Day NYS Squirrel Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-squirrel-season/) - Today opens squirrel season across NYS. Season runs through Feb 28, 2023
- [22 Silhouette Pistol & Rifle shoot](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/22-silhouette-pistol-rifle-shoot/) - Come join the Evans Rod & Gun Club as they host a 22 Silhouette Pistol & Rifle shoot, open to the public, running from May through September 2022. Shoot starts at 4:00PM until all participants have completed their course. Ammo is available for sale! Shoots will be held on 5/26, 6/9, 6/23, 7/7, 7/21, 8/4,
- [NYS Free Fishing Weekend](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/nys-free-fishing-weekend/) - The last weekend in June is a free fishing weekend in New York State. A fishing license is not required to fish during this weekend.
- [250 Center Fire Shoot](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/250-center-fire-shoot/) - Come join the Evans Rod & Gun Club as they host a 250 Center Fire Shoot, open to the public, running from May through October 2022. Shoot starts at 4:00PM until all participants have completed their course. 1st & 3rd Mondays from May through October 4pm till done Kitchen and Bar will be open
- [Wind Turbines in Lake Erie Informational Meeting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/wind-turbines-in-lake-erie-informational-meeting/) - Please join the members of Citizens Against Wind Turbines in Lake Erie (CAWTILE) for an informational meeting on what wind turbines would do to Lake Erie, to deliver no electrical energy for the cost and damage. Meeting will be held at Southtowns Walleye Assn on Southwestern Blvd in Hamburg. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with
- [Kids Teach Me To Fish Derby](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/kids-teach-me-to-fish-derby/) - Come join the East Aurora Fish & Game Club and the Moose Lodge 370 at the East Aurora Fish & Game Club for their Annual Kids Teach Me To Fish Derby. Open to all kids age 15 or younger Derby Runs from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Registration opens at 9:30 AM COST IS FREE!
- [38th Annual Southtowns Walleye Derby](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/38th-annual-southtowns-walleye-derby/) - The 38th Annual Southtowns Walleye Derby is WNY's largest fishing derby, bringing contestants from all across the USA to fish this 9-day event. Derby runs from June 11, 2022 at midnight through June 19, 2022. Cost to enter is $100, which includes your annual membership dues. Also available are optional categories you can enter. Breakdown
- [Wild Animal Shoot](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/wild-animal-shoot/) - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC All equipment welcome Registration starts at 7am and ends at 12 noon with courses ending at 2pm Cost: $12 per person UNLESS you are 12 or younger and you get in free We have equipment that you may borrow no charge We have three 10 target courses that will give your
- [Teach Me To Fish Family Fishing Clinic](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/teach-me-to-fish-family-fishing-clinic/) - One of the most successful community programs co-sponsored by the Erie County Federation of Sportsmen‛s Clubs is the FREE Teach-Me-To-Fish program for kids 15 and under held at different locations throughout Erie County.
- [Teach Me To Fish Family Fishing Clinic](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/teach-me-to-fish-family-fishing-clinic-2/) - One of the most successful community programs co-sponsored by the Erie County Federation of Sportsmen‛s Clubs is the FREE Teach-Me-To-Fish program for kids 15 and under held at different locations throughout Erie County.
- [Family Fishing Days](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/family-fishing-days/)
- [First Annual NYSCC Golf Outing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/first-annual-nyscc-golf-outing/) - Come join the NYSCC at Seneca Falls Country Club on July 11, 2022 for the first annual NYSCC Golf Outing. This event is limited to 20 foursomes, or 80 golfers with registration deadline being July 1, 2022. Golfers will check in starting at 10:00AM at Seneca Falls Country Club, with a shotgun start commencing at
- [NWT Walleye Championship Tournament](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/nwt-walleye-championship-tournament/) - The Cabela’s National Walleye Tour offers premier, tour-level competition for walleye anglers across the North. Each event is coordinated and executed by industry professionals with decades of experience in the tournament fishing business. This year, the Championship event will be held out of Chadwick Bay, Dunkirk, NY. Pre-Tournament Meeting: Tuesday, August 23 from 2-4pm. Launch
- [2022 Region 9 Youth Archery & Sportsmen's Camp](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/2022-region-9-youth-archery-sportsmens-camp/) - The Region 9 2022 Youth Archery and Sportsmen's Camp will be held August 5-7, 2022 at Ema Conservation Club, 600 Creek Road in Elma, NY, deadline to register is June 15, 2022! Applicants must complete the application form available on the Region 9 Youth Archery and Sportsmen's Camp website, and include an essay no longer
- [Meat and Ammo Raffle](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/meat-and-ammo-raffle/) - Come join the Allied Sportsmen, who are hosting a Meat and Ammo Raffle on May 7, 2022. Tickets are only $15.00, and the doors open at 4:30PM, first spin of the wheel is at 6:00 PM sharp!
- [Opening Day Great Lakes Muskellunge Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-great-lakes-muskellunge-season/) - New this year, Great Lakes Muskellunge Season opens June 15. Waters include Lake Erie, Upper Niagara River, Lower Nagara River, Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence. Please consult the NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide for minimum keeper size and daily creel limits. Season closes December 15.
- [Opening Day NYS Black Bass Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-black-bass-season/) - New this year, NYS Black Bass season opens June 15. You may use artificial lures or live bait, and keep up to 5 fish per day that are at least 12 inches in length. Please consult the NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide for specific regulations and special regulations on the body of water you may be
- [Opening Day of NYS Walleye, Northern Pike, Pickerel and Tiger Musky Seasons](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-of-nys-walleye-northern-pike-pickerel-and-tiger-musky-seasons/) - New this year, Walleye, Northern Pike, Pickerel and Tiger Muskellunge will open May 1, 2022, statewide. Please refer to the NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide for regulations governing minimum keeper size and daily creel limits for each species, paying attention to any special regulations that may be in place for the water body you will be
- [Opening Day NYS Inland Muskellunge Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-inland-muskellunge-season/) - Starting this year, 2022, NYS Inland Muskellunge season will open on June 1. Please consult the NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide for minimum keeper size and daily creel limits, paying particular attention to any special regulations on waters you intend to fish. Season closes November 30.
- [NYSCC Spring 2022 Legislative Meeting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/nyscc-spring-2022-legislative-meeting/) - What? Please join us in-person or virtually for the 2022 Spring Meeting hosted by Schoharie County Conservation Association! We will have DEC representatives presenting, Senator Peter Oberacker and Assemblyman Chris Tague speaking, legislative updates, committee and financial reports and a tour of the fish hatchery and wildlife center from the American Fisheries Society and
- [Dirty-Dog Day](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/dirty-dog-day/) - Come join the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club for the "All Fool's Eve" celebration, called "Dirty-Dog Day" - a Hot Dog roast tp benefit the Take a Kid Fishing program. Hot dogs will go on the grill starting at 12:00PM, high noon, March 31, 2022, and will be cooked to order all day long. Live music
- [WNYEF March 2022 Meeting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/wnyef-march-2022-meeting/) - The Western New York Environmental Federation (WNYEF) will hold their next meeting om Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Hoak's Restaurant in Hamburg, NY. The WNYEF is an organization comprised of representatives from each county sportsmen's federation in Region 9 (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Niagara and Wyoming), NYSDEC Region 9 officials, Region 9 CFAB, Region 9
- [Alaskan Shoot](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/alaskan-shoot/) - Come one come all, its the first shoot of the year! All equipment welcome Registration starts at 7am and ends at 12 noon with courses closing at 2pm sharp COST is $12.00 per person BUT if you are 12 and under you are free Don't have equipment- we do and its free of charge We
- [WNY Environmental Federation Meeting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/wny-environmental-federation-meeting/) - Today marks the Second Quarter meeting of the Western New York Environmental Federation Meeting. Meeting is called to order at 1:00 PM, and is held at Hoak's Restaurant, upstairs. Attendees include: NYSDEC, Reps from Erie, Niagara, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany and Wyoming Counties, CFAB, NYSCC Big Game, Small Game, Fisheries, Legislation, Waterfowl, NY Farm Bureau, Ducks
- [2022 Sportsmen's Show](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/2022-sportsmens-show/) - THE ANNUAL OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL SHOW IS BACK! Shop the latest in fishing gear, hunting supplies and sporting goods at this family friendly fan-favorite event. Buy, sell or trade antique firearms, check out fishing & hunting charter services and enjoy educational wildlife exhibits. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26 • 9 AM - 5 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27 • 9 AM -
- [ECFSC Awards and Fund-Raising Banquet](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/ecfsc-awards-and-fund-raising-banquet/) - Join the Erie County Federation of Sportsmen for our 2022 Awards Banquet. The pandemic forced the cancellation of our 2021 Banquet. This year we are making up for it with more prizes and side raffles – not to mention the recognition of those clubs and individuals that have contributed so much to conservation over the
- [WNY Sport & Travel Expo](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/wny-sport-travel-expo/) - MARCH 10TH – 13TH, 2022 HAMBURG, NY THURSDAY: 12PM – 8PM FRIDAY: 12PM – 8PM SATURDAY: 10AM – 8PM SUNDAY: 11AM – 4PM ADMISSION: $10.00 10 & UNDER FREE
- [NYS Spring Turkey Youth Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/nys-spring-turkey-youth-hunt/) - The Spring youth hunt for spring turkey season offers junior hunters an opportunity to get an early start on hunting Spring Turkey with a mentor who cannot have an implement with them afield. Hunting hours are 30 minutes before sunrise to noon on each day.
- [Opening Day NYS Spring Turkey Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-spring-turkey-season/) - Today is the opening day of NYS Spring Turkey season. Hunting is from 30 minutes before sunrise to 12:00 PM, or noon, each day from May 1 - May 31. Hunters may harvest Toms and Jakes only, no hens. Season limit is 2 birds per hunter. Report your harvest, it is the LAW!
- [Opening Day NYS Inland Trout Season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/opening-day-nys-inland-trout-season/) - Today marks the opening of NYS Inland Trout Season for inland streams, lakes and ponds.
- [SWA Gun Raffle](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/swa-gun-raffle/) - Come join the Southtowns Walleye Association for their 2022 Gun Raffle, March 19, 2022 at the clubhouse! Pre-sale ticket costs $20, with food and refreshments included. Doors open at 12:00PM and runs through 4:00PM. Winners must be present to win! Click on the image to get more information concerning raffle prizes, or visit the organizer's
- [CCTA Raw Fur Auction](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/ccta-raw-fur-auction/) - Come join the Cattaraugus County Trappers Association (CCTA) for a raw fur auction at the Hinsdale Fire Hall starting at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 19, 2022. Admission is free for attendees. Auction continues until everything is sold! Buying and selling Fox, Raccoon, Mink, Muskrat, Beaver, etc. (also Deer Hides!) Fur check in is at
- [2022 Outfitter's Fair](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/2022-outfitters-fair/)
- [Chautauqua Lake Ice Fishing Derby](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/chautauqua-lake-ice-fishing-derby/) - Chautauqua Lake Ice and Open Water Fishing is holding a new Ice Fishing Derby on Chautauqua Lake this season. Derby begins at midnight January 15, 2022, and runs through 12:00 PM (noon) February 27, 2022. Anglers may enter this derby until end of business day Saturday, February 12, 2022. Anglers must be entered a day
- [Fur Handling Seminar](https://weloveoutdoors.org/event/fur-handling-seminar/) - Come join the Erie County Trappers Association on January 15, 2022 for their annual Fur Handling Seminar at Collins Conservation Club, 2633 Conger Road, Collins, NY 14034 Event will feature: Preparing Pelts Pelting, fleshing and stretching Drying and sizing Beaver, Muskrat, Mink, Raccoon, Fox and Coyote This event is FREE! Kids games & prizes, Raffles,

## Galleries

- [Fishing Photos](https://weloveoutdoors.org/bwg_gallery/fishing-photos/) - Fishing Photos 20260426BikyCatfish1 Eric Boehnke shows off a 27lb 13oz channel catfish caught while perch fishing 20260426BinkyCatfish2 This monster channel catfish was caught by Amherst, NY angler Eric Boehnke while perch fishing on Lake Erie using ultra light tackle. Fall Lake Erie Yellow Perch Fall is a great time to catch schooling Lake Erie Yellow
- [Hunting Photos](https://weloveoutdoors.org/bwg_gallery/hunting-photos/) - Hunting Photos American Black Duck Drake American Black Duck drake harvested from Chautauqua Lake during 2nd split of waterfowl season Davenport opening day 2021 9 point Opening Day 2021 monster 9 point buck harvest by Rich Davenport Davenport 9 point 22 inch spread buck A very wide 9 point buck harvested by Rich Davenport on
- [AFC Entries](https://weloveoutdoors.org/bwg_gallery/afc-entries/)
- [Ice Derby 2022](https://weloveoutdoors.org/bwg_gallery/ice-derby-2022/) - Ice Derby 2022 Angler #12 - 16.5" inch Silver Bass - 2/21/2022 Angler #12 - 16.5" inch Silver Bass - 2/21/2022 - John Stow Angler #12 - 16.5" inch Silver Bass - 2/21/2022 Angler #12 - 16.5" inch Silver Bass - 2/21/2022 - John Stow Angler #12 - 25.5" inch Walleye - 2/21/2022 Angler #12

## Gallery Share

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- [Bass Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/bass-fishing/) - Bass Fishing Posts
- [Pike and Musky Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/pike-musky-fishing/) - Pike and Musky Fishing posts
- [Perch Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/perch-fishing/) - Perch Fishing Posts
- [Ice Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/ice-fishing/) - Ice Fishing posts
- [Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/) - Hunting Posts
- [Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/) - Fishing posts
- [Bear Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/bear-hunting/) - Bear Hunting related posts
- [Grouse Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/grouse-hunting/) - Grouse Hunting related posts
- [Turkey Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/turkey-hunting/) - Turkey Hunting related posts
- [Firearms](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/firearms/) - Firearms related posts
- [Second Amendment](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/second-amendment/) - Second Amendment related posts
- [Hunting Regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/hunting-regs/) - Hunting regulations related posts
- [Fishing Regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/fishing-regs/) - Fishing regulations related posts
- [Bowhunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/bowhunting/) - Bowhunting related posts
- [Clubs and Organizations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/clubs-orgs/) - Clubs and Organizations
- [Club News](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/clubs-orgs/club-news/) - Clubs Orgs news
- [Trout Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/trout-fishing/) - Trout fishing related posts
- [Salmon Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/salmon-fishing/) - Salmon Fishing related posts
- [Predator Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/predator-hunting/) - Predator Hunting, coyote, bobcat, mountain lion, etc. posts
- [Panfish Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/fishing/panfish-fishing/) - Crappie, sunfish, rock bass, panfish Fishing related posts
- [Waterfowl Hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/hunting/waterfowl-hunting/) - Waterfowl hunting related posts
- [Eco Threats](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/eco-threats/) - Eco Threats Related posts
- [Superfund Cleanup](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/eco-threats/superfund-cleanup/) - Superfund related posts
- [Industrial Wind Turbines](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/eco-threats/industrial-wind/) - Industrial Wind related threats
- [Industrial Solar Arrays](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/eco-threats/industrial-solar/) - Industrial Solar related posts
- [PFAS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/category/eco-threats/pfas/) - PFAS emerging issues related posts

## Tags

- [deer hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/deer-hunting/)
- [regular season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/regular-season/)
- [new york](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/new-york/)
- [southern zone](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/southern-zone/)
- [ice fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/ice-fishing/)
- [safety](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/safety/)
- [fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/fishing/)
- [waterfowl hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/waterfowl-hunting/)
- [hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/hunting/)
- [duck hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/duck-hunting/)
- [grouse hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/grouse-hunting/)
- [upland bird hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/upland-bird-hunting/)
- [deer](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/deer/)
- [covid-19](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/covid-19/)
- [bovine covids](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/bovine-covids/)
- [yellow perch](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/yellow-perch/)
- [lake erie](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/lake-erie/)
- [sunfish](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/sunfish/)
- [big panfish initiative](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/big-panfish-initiative/)
- [regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/regulations/)
- [super fund](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/super-fund/)
- [habitat restoration](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/habitat-restoration/)
- [shoreline fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/shoreline-fishing/)
- [panfish](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/panfish/)
- [PFAS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/pfas/)
- [do-not-eat](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/do-not-eat/)
- [Maine](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/maine/)
- [Michigan](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/michigan/)
- [NYSDEC](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nysdec/)
- [Hoosick Falls](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/hoosick-falls/)
- [Drinking Water](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/drinking-water/)
- [Final Plan](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/final-plan/)
- [archery hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/archery-hunting/)
- [black powder](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/black-powder/)
- [muzzleloader](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/muzzleloader/)
- [hunting tips](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/hunting-tips/)
- [late season deer](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/late-season-deer/)
- [Holiday Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/holiday-hunt/)
- [extended hunting season](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/extended-hunting-season/)
- [freshwater fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/freshwater-fishing/)
- [bass fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/bass-fishing/)
- [walleye fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/walleye-fishing/)
- [musky fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/musky-fishing/)
- [trout fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/trout-fishing/)
- [salmon fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/salmon-fishing/)
- [eco threats](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/eco-threats/)
- [industrial wind turbines](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/industrial-wind-turbines/)
- [industrial solar arrays](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/industrial-solar-arrays/)
- [reclamation bonds](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/reclamation-bonds/)
- [Assemblyman Andy Goodell](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/assemblyman-andy-goodell/)
- [Senator George Borrello](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/senator-george-borrello/)
- [ice derby](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/ice-derby/)
- [Chautauqua Lake](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/chautauqua-lake/)
- [Chautauqua Reel Outdoors](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/chautauqua-reel-outdoors/)
- [Walleye](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/walleye/)
- [White Perch](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/white-perch/)
- [Crappie](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/crappie/)
- [Silver Bass](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/silver-bass/)
- [Montana](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/montana/)
- [CWD](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/cwd/)
- [New season added](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/new-season-added/)
- [fur handling](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/fur-handling/)
- [trapping](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/trapping/)
- [free event](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/free-event/)
- [NYSCC](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nyscc/)
- [resolutions](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/resolutions/)
- [opt in opt out](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/opt-in-opt-out/)
- [industrial wind energy](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/industrial-wind-energy/)
- [NYSERDA](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nyserda/)
- [NYISO](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nyiso/)
- [public benefit](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/public-benefit/)
- [energy policy](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/energy-policy/)
- [DEC Regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/dec-regulations/)
- [Proposed Regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/proposed-regulations/)
- [PFOS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/pfos/)
- [PFOA](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/pfoa/)
- [Holiday Deer Hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/holiday-deer-hunt/)
- [waterfowl](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/waterfowl/)
- [SDM](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/sdm/)
- [Season setting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/season-setting/)
- [USFWS](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/usfws/)
- [Fishing Expo](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/fishing-expo/)
- [covid rules](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/covid-rules/)
- [Niagara Falls Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/niagara-falls-fishing/)
- [Event Cancelled](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/event-cancelled/)
- [trail cams](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/trail-cams/)
- [technology](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/technology/)
- [fair chase](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/fair-chase/)
- [camera bans](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/camera-bans/)
- [2021 Agency of the Year](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/2021-agency-of-the-year/)
- [National Deer Association](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/national-deer-association/)
- [Dr. Krysten Schuler](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/dr-krysten-schuler/)
- [Professional Deer Manager of the Year](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/professional-deer-manager-of-the-year/)
- [whitetail deer](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/whitetail-deer/)
- [deer management](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/deer-management/)
- [Region 9](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/region-9/)
- [Management Plan](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/management-plan/)
- [WMA](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/wma/)
- [bear hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/bear-hunting/)
- [bear harvest](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/bear-harvest/)
- [bowhunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/bowhunting/)
- [big game hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/big-game-hunting/)
- [Ohio](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/ohio/)
- [Arizona](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/arizona/)
- [Utah](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/utah/)
- [Hunters safety](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/hunters-safety/)
- [Big Game](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/big-game/)
- [small game hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/small-game-hunting/)
- [crappie fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/crappie-fishing/)
- [panfish fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/panfish-fishing/)
- [fishing regulations](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/fishing-regulations/)
- [pike fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/pike-fishing/)
- [new season opening days](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/new-season-opening-days/)
- [world water day](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/world-water-day/)
- [groundwater](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/groundwater/)
- [contamination](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/contamination/)
- [Ontario Canada](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/ontario-canada/)
- [OGWA](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/ogwa/)
- [Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/northern-chautauqua-conservation-club/)
- [Chautauqua County](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/chautauqua-county/)
- [Dunkirk](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/dunkirk/)
- [Gene Pauszek](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/gene-pauszek/)
- [Dunkirk Observer](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/dunkirk-observer/)
- [Take a kid fsihing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/take-a-kid-fsihing/)
- [Harry Probst Memorial Fishing Platform](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/harry-probst-memorial-fishing-platform/)
- [legislation](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/legislation/)
- [lead ammo ban](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/lead-ammo-ban/)
- [A.5728/S.5058](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/a-5728-s-5058/)
- [County Opt Out](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/county-opt-out/)
- [state lands](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/state-lands/)
- [A.7785/ S.6510](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/a-7785-s-6510/)
- [youth hunt](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/youth-hunt/)
- [youth license sales](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/youth-license-sales/)
- [firearms hunting](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/firearms-hunting/)
- [youth pilot program](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/youth-pilot-program/)
- [NYS Laws](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nys-laws/)
- [NYS Assembly](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nys-assembly/)
- [NYS Senate](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/nys-senate/)
- [Waterways](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/waterways/)
- [forests](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/forests/)
- [Renewable Energy](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/renewable-energy/)
- [State Forests](https://weloveoutdoors.org/tag/state-forests/)

## Event Categories

- [Fishing Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/) - Fishing related events
- [Ice Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/ice-fishing/) - Ice Fishing Tournament Events
- [Walleye Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/walleye-events/) - Walleye Events
- [Bass Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/bass-events/) - Bass Fishing Events
- [Shooting Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/shooting-events/) - Shooting/ Target events
- [3D Archery](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/shooting-events/3d-archery/) - 3D Archery Events
- [Spot Archery](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/shooting-events/spot-archery/) - Spot Target archery events
- [Expos and Fairs](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/expos-and-fairs/) - Outdoors related shows, fairs, expos, etc
- [Educational](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/educational/) - Educational, community events
- [Free Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/free-fishing/) - Free Fishing weekends and days, no need for a fishing license during these special dates
- [Hunting Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/hunting-events/) - Hunting Related Events
- [Trapping Events](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/trapping-events/) - Trapping related events
- [Banquets](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/banquets/)
- [Raffles/ Fund Raisers](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/raffles-fund-raisers/)
- [Trout Fishing](https://weloveoutdoors.org/events/category/fishing-events/trout-fishing/)