With more than 7,500 lakes and ponds, 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, and hundreds of miles of coastline, fishing opportunities are always nearby! Why not celebrate
National Fishing & Boating Week by heading to the water with friends or family this week? Or, check out our schedule of free fishing clinics and New York free fishing events going on now through the fall. For more information on
fishing in New York State and various season openings, please visit our website.
In addition to fishing, you can also beat the summer heat by boating. Boating on New York's waterbodies can take the form of canoes, kayaks, personal watercraft, sailboats, and motorboats. Many lakes, ponds, and streams in Forest Preserves are restricted to non-motorized boating. There are
boat launch sites in nearly every county in New York State.
