ICE FISHING SEMINAR
So far this winter, the weather has not been very conducive to ice fishing but that could certainly change over the course of the next several weeks. Whether it does or not, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Region 1 I FISH NY program is holding an Indoor Ice Fishing seminar this Wednesday, February 19, from 7 to 9 p.m. The seminar will take place at the DEC Region 1 Headquarters located at 50 Circle Road, Stony Brook, NY 11742.
The seminar will be a great introduction to equipment needed for ice fishing, important safety precautions, and fish handling techniques. It is geared for beginners as well as experienced anglers wanting to break into ice fishing. DEC’s I Fish New York staff will cover ice safety, equipment, fish handling, and rules and regulations. The course will prepare participants to safely ice fish across New York State.
Pre-registration required and participation will be capped at 30 people. Call the DEC’s freshwater fisheries unit at 631-444-0283 or email IfishNY.dec.ny.gov to register. You can go to https://www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/95106.html for a list of statewide ice fishing opportunities.
LONG ISLAND BOAT SHOW
The 61st Annual Long Island Boat Show will be berthed at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum beginning this Friday, February 21 and running through Sunday, February 23rd. Boat dealers will be offering exclusive boat show discounts, special dealer incentives and on the spot financing. If you are not in the market for a new boat, you can check out and shop the latest in electronics, accessories, engines, marine gear, inflatables, personal watercrafts and much more. Be sure to stop by The Fisherman Booth where you can pick up a Savage lure and FishBites baits for any new or renewed subscription.
Show hours are Friday from noon to 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parking is free every day. Tickets are priced at $15 for adults and $12 for seniors. Children 15 and under are free. For more show information visit www.nymta.com.
FISHING FLEA MARKET IN WANTAGH
The long running East Meadow Fishing Flea Market will take place this Sunday, February 23 at Temple B’nai Torah located at 2900 Jerusalem Avenue, Wantagh, New York 11793. It will feature a wide array of new, used, and antique fishing tackle along with nautical items. This is the largest fishing flea market on Long Island with vendors from five states attending. Hours are from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is just $5. Children under 12 are free. For more info call 917-312-0506.
