From the Back Cover
Western New York has been blessed with superb and diverse fisheries, including two Great Lakes, flowing rivers, and small backcountry streams. From walleyes and steelhead in Lake Erie to trophy muskies in the St. Lawrence River, from brook trout in Allegany State Park to largemouth bass in the Finger Lakes, there are fishing opportunities to suit every angler. Amidst all this variety, how do anglers know when and where to fish, how to get there, and what kind of fly, lure, and tackle will reel in the catch? The answers are all here in Fishing Western New York.
In this guide, a companion volume to Fishing Eastern New York, local angler and author Spider Rybaak shares his encyclopedic knowledge of more than 180 top fishing locales in Western New York.
Look inside to find:
• site descriptions, including the species present and the best times to fish
• tips on techniques, tackle, lures, flies, and bait
• information about site access, campground availability, and regulations
• photos and detailed maps
Whether you’re planning a quiet evening of fishing or a season’s worth of angling expeditions, let Fishing Western New York be your guide.
About the Author
A freelance outdoor writer and photographer, Spider Rybaak's work has been published in In-Fisherman, Outdoor Life, Great Lakes Angler, The Fisherman, Fishing and Hunting News, and many other magazines. He is also the author of Fishing Eastern New York (Globe Pequot, 2003). Spider lives in Syracuse, New York, with his partner Susan and their 10 cats.