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Mercury in Adirondack Park fish raises health concerns

By Mike Lynch

Adirondack Park's pristine waters hide contaminant dangers in fish

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Jeff Inglee gazes at two juvenile Horn Lake strain brook trout

New York aims to save Adirondack brook trout with pioneering management plan

By Zachary Matson

New York's ponded brook trout populations get a lifeline with innovative management efforts focusing on sustainability and angler access.

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New York’s top doctor: Adirondack fish offer nutrition; but eat sparingly

By Mike Lynch

Health Commissioner James McDonald was in Lake Placid to raise awareness of his department's fish advisory in the Adirondacks.

DEC mulls baitfish restrictions to protect brook trout habitat

By Zachary Matson

State considers new strategies for fish population management;

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New fishing regulations start April 1

By Megan Plete Postol

Changes intended to streamline rules across the state

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Looking for outdoor adventures this holiday? Be prepared for all conditions

By Mike Lynch

Winds, thaws and freezes combine for diverse trail conditions

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NYS Dept of Health relaxes rules for consuming wild-caught fish from various Adirondack waters

By Megan Plete Postol

NYS Department of Health relaxes rules for consuming wild-caught fish from certain Adirondack waters

New trout fishing regulations in effect April 1

By Mike Lynch

Anglers may want to do a little homework before hitting trout streams this season, as the stream regulations received a major overhaul.

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Cold days, warm memories

By Tim Rowland

A day in the life of ice fishing on Osgood Pond

A surprise spot for prime fishing

By Tim Rowland

Who would think that for some of the best salmon fishing on the west side of Lake Champlain, anglers head straight into the heart of the City of Plattsburgh?

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