Chaumont Bay's shallow waters, narrow inlet, and northern location make it an ideal destination for winter anglers.

After two weeks of consistent, sub-freezing temperatures, upstate New York’s ice fishing season is off to a rock-solid start.

Chautauqua Lake had ice on both basins, according to Capt. Mike Sperry at Chautauqua Reel Outdoors, but it was not yet safe. He anticipates ice fishing reports very soon, especially with cold ...