A couple years back, the DEC changed spring fishing regulations for anglers statewide. The one that was probably the most exciting was a catch-and-release season for the majority of fisheries. As always, make sure you check a regulations guide before heading out to your favorite fishing hole. What this means to local inland anglers is that we can chase bass year-round — the special catch-and-release season using artificial bait and putting bass right back in the water — runs from Dec. 1 through opening day of the regular season (third Saturday in June). Remember this: We are currently in a catch-and-release season so all regulations must be abided by. While there a few days left in the spring gobbler-chasing season in our part of turkey country, the spring also means time for big, fat bass. After a long winter, most of us can’t wait for the time to start slinging baits and ripping lips. I spent hours in the garage this winter stocking, organizing and tweaking my tackler for the upcoming season. With hundreds of lures to choose from, deciding what to tie on first isn’t always easy. I have tried to limit it to just a few top artificial…
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Line-Tightening Action Awaits Anglers In Local Fisheries
