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2008 EVENTS

Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr   May  June

July  Aug   Sept   Oct   Nov   Dec

thru March 15
Fishing Season for Northern Pike, Pickerel, Tiger Muskellunge, & Walleye in New York (May 2007-March 15, 2008)

January 8-February 14
Basic Fly Tying Classes
Bass Pro Shops, Fingerlakes Mall, Rtes. 5 & 20, Auburn. Two 6-week basic fly tying courses. January 8-February 11, Mondays 2-4pm, or January 10-February 14, Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Students should bring their own vise and tools, while a textbook, hooks and materials will be provided. Course fee $35, class size is limited. Taught by Michael DeTomaso. Sign-ups available in the WhiteRiver Fly Shop; more info available by calling 315-258-2700, ext. 4043.  Bass Pro Shops Promotions Manager.

February 2-3
Guides/Outfitters Weekend
Bass Pro Shops, Fingerlakes Mall, Rtes. 5 & 20, Auburn. Several Fishing and Hunting Guides and Outfitters from around the Northeast will be on hand with displays promoting their services. Instructional seminars during the day. 315-258-2700.  Bass Pro Shops Promotions Manager.

February 16
Screwy Louie's Annual Ice Fishing Derby
596 Main St., Fair Haven, NY
Perch and pike categories. Little Sodus Bay, Blind Sodus Bay, Fair Haven State Park Pond. Registration deadline is 8 am the morning of the 16th. Adults - $15; Youth - $3. 315-947-6348 or 315-947-5954.

March 28-30
LOSPC Bass Pro Marketplace
Bass Pro Shops, Fingerlakes Mall, Rtes. 5 & 20, Auburn. Demonstrations, vendors, displays, contests! Sponsored and hosted by Lake Ontario Sportfishing Promotion Council and Bass Pro Shops. 

April 1-October 15
Fishing Season for Trout (Lake, Brook, Brown, Rainbow), Landlocked Atlantic Salmon,  in New York

April 11-12
Women in the Outdoors Educational Program
Bass Pro Shops, Fingerlakes Mall, Rtes. 5 & 20, Auburn. Outdoor learning events featuring hands on activities are conducted to introduce women (age 14+) to new outdoor activities. The event takes place on the evening of April 11 and during the day on Saturday, April 12. Courses being offered are: Camping, Fly Fishing, Kayaking, Outdoor Photography, Outdoor Cooking, Turkey Hunting, Outdoor First Aid, Archery, Shotgun shooting and orienteering. Phone 315-673-9807 for more information.  Bass Pro Shops Promotions Manager.

May 2-11
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Trout & Salmon Derby
Lake Ontario-wide derby. Dawn-dusk. Thousands of dollars in cash and prizes overall. Derby Headquarters: 888-REEL-2-IN or 585-
544-2563 or LOC Derby.

May 5, 2007-March 15, 2008
Fishing Season for Northern Pike, Pickerel, Tiger Muskellunge, & Walleye in New York

May 15-18
Spring Classic Derby
For more information, contact the Henderson Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 315-938-5568.

May 24-25
Cape Vincent Spring Fishing Derby
Sponsored by the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce, 1000 Islands. Where Lake Ontario Meets the St. Lawrence River. 315-654-2481.

May 23-July 20
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Trout & Salmon SUMMER Derby
Lake Ontario-wide derby. Dawn-dusk. New lake-wide derby. Derby Headquarters: 888-REEL-2-IN or 585-
544-2563 or LOC Derby.

May 31-June 1
The Niagara County Pro-Am Salmon and Trout Team Tournament
Details online.

June 7- 8
The Orleans County Pro-Am Salmon and Trout Team Tournament
Details online.

June 28-29
New York’s Free Fishing Days 2008
No license is required by anyone for these two days, resident or non-resident (although all the rules and regulations must be followed), in an effort to promote this popular pastime.  This is a great time to get the whole family on the water and see how much fun it can be. 

June 21-22
Smallmouth Bass & Walleye Derby
For more information, contact the Henderson Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 315-938-5568.

July 12-13
The Oswego County Pro-Am Salmon and Trout Team Tournament
Details online.

July 19
Free Kids Dock Derby (12 and under)

For more information, contact the Henderson Harbor Chamber of Commerce, 315-938-5568.

July 19-20
The Wayne County Pro-Am Salmon Team Tournament
Another great tournament in the Lake Ontario series. For more info contact Wayne County Tourism at (800) 527-6510.

August 15-September 1
Lake Ontario Counties (LOC) Trout & Salmon Derby
Lake Ontario-wide derby. Dawn-dusk. New lake-wide derby. Derby Headquarters: 888-REEL-2-IN or 585-
544-2563 or LOC Derby.

August 16-17
Cape Vincent Chamber Fishing Derby
Lake Ontario & St. Lawrence River - "Where Lake & River Meet."  More Info: Chamber - 315-654-2481.

 

 

 

   
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