by Joe Fischer | Apr 1, 2023 | Inside Line
Spring is almost here and that means that the Erie County Federation of Sportsmen’s Clubs “Teach Me to Fish” committee is busy preparing for the 2023 fishing clinics. They recently met with DEC Fish Biologist Mike Todd to review their clinics to see what can be done to improve the 2023 season.
The general concept will be the same with a registration table and requiring learning stations which the children will go to which can vary depending on volunteers’ availability. They will have a punch card with the learning stations on it. After completing a station, it will be punched, and they can move to the next station. Be sure to turn in the fully punched card when you are finished as these will be used to draw prizes. Upon turning in the completed punch card, participants can go fishing with their tackle. The last station has bait and poles so they can fish.
Once again, our ECFSC/DEC sponsored clinics will be at Tifft Nature Preserve (June 10th) and Chestnut Ridge Park (June 24th). The Erie County Federation also participates in other organizations’ fishing events. Please visit the website and look at the EVENTS CALENDAR and the Teach Me To Fish page for more details
Joseph Fischer
by Joe Fischer | Mar 11, 2023 | Inside Line
The NYSDEC decided not to implement a reduction in the size limit for walleyes from 15″ to 12″. The sportsmen were close to 50/50 on a recent survey for approval of this possible initiative with strong opposition from some groups. Based on the fact that this was a social issue without a strong consensus, it was dropped at this time.
The total allowable commercial catch (TAC) for perch and walleye was recently determined by the binational Lake Erie Committee for 2023. It was 6.573 lbs for perch and 13.526 million lbs for walleye. This is a reduction of approximately 5-7% from 2022.
*NOTE* 2022 levels were some of the highest on record.
by Joe Fischer | Mar 8, 2023 | Inside Line
Last night the nominating committee for the NYSHOF,of which Chuck Godfrey and yours truly are members, unanimously voted to elect Tom Fischer and Larry Jones to the NYSHOF class year 2023!! Congratulations to both of them!!
Joseph Fischer
by Jeff Jondle | Mar 4, 2023 | Conservation News
New Yorkers Urged to Follow DEC Guidelines to Avoid any Issues
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today issued guidance to help prevent conflicts between people and coyotes to protect the public and their pets.
"This is the time of year when New York's resident coyotes breed and set up dens for pups that will arrive in the spring," DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said. "While conflicts with people and pets are rare, New Yorkers should remain alert and follow DEC's common-sense guidelines to minimize the risk for potential conflicts with coyotes."
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by Jeff Jondle | Apr 6, 2022 | Conservation News
Public Encouraged to Remove Birdfeeders, Feed Pets Indoors
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today reminded New Yorkers to take down bird feeders and secure garbage to avoid potential conflicts with black bears.
Bears are emerging from their dens, and now is the time to take steps to reduce potential conflicts through the spring and summer. Bird feeders, unsecured garbage, and outdoor pet and livestock feed can attract bears and lead to potential conflicts for homeowners. Repeated access to bird feeders and garbage can make bears bolder, seeking additional sources of human-related foods inside vehicles or buildings, particularly when natural foods are scarce.
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