Open Lake Discussion

11,960 topics in this forum

1. Lack of small kings 1 2 3 4

   By GAMBLER, July 30, 2019
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   • massbass
   • September 2, 2019

2. Another outdoor decision by Washington 1 2 3 4 9

   By LongLine, April 16, 2025
   • 215 replies
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   • LongLine
   • July 10

3. Starting a charter business 1 2

   By baitballin, March 18, 2017
   • 35 replies
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   • BSmaster
   • April 4, 2017

4. Same story on Lake MI as Lake O 1 2 3 4 5

   By Yankee Troller, September 23, 2015
   • 115 replies
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   • Rich s
   • October 7, 2015

5. It's Over !!! 1 2 3 4 6

   By HB2, January 20, 2017
   • 137 replies
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   • stan
   • January 31, 2017

6. Lake Erie ice cover 1 2 3 4 5

   By jimski2, March 28, 2014
   • 105 replies
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   • jimski2
   • May 10, 2014

7. Smelt dipping 1 2 3

   By cadr333, March 9, 2019
   • 53 replies
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   • Steve.e
   • May 20, 2019

8. Fishing eggs in our streams and rivers 1 2 3 4 6

   By Yankee Troller, March 24, 2015
   • 139 replies
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   • ray koziatek
   • April 24, 2015

9. New Bill introduced in ny assembly 1 2 3 4 6

   By zern, February 27, 2019
   • 127 replies
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   • Gator
   • March 13, 2019

10. Meeting at hatchery 1 2 3 4 5

    By Rich s, August 5, 2016
    • 115 replies
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    • Low Baller
    • August 30, 2016

11. This should make everyone angry!! 1 2 3 4 6

    By Morgan-E, September 22, 2023
    • 133 replies
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    • Lucky13
    • November 1, 2023

12. Henderson / Stony Creek 2021 1 2 3

    By rusty1034, March 27, 2021
    • 63 replies
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    • Todd in NY
    • July 20, 2021

13. Lake Erie Salmon 1 2

    By RD9, July 14, 2016
    • 25 replies
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    • Char_Master
    • July 22, 2016

14. Crossing to canada from rochester

    By tannero, July 26, 2016
    • 7 replies
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    • Placemm
    • July 27, 2016

15. Official Fishing Guide lines for New York & other states***UPDATED 5-8-20*** 1 2 3

    By RUNNIN REBEL, March 28, 2020
    • 62 replies
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    • RUNNIN REBEL
    • May 8, 2020

16. Alcoholic Beverages on-board...what is the law? 1 2

    By Draggin Ballz, May 12, 2007
    • 26 replies
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    • keithg
    • May 5, 2008

17. Lake Erie whitefish 1 2

    By jimski2, January 8, 2021
    • 42 replies
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    • Kevin J Legg
    • May 30, 2022

18. What do you consider a trophy steelhead? 1 2

    By njg0621, November 19, 2018
    • 47 replies
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    • tuffishooker
    • January 5, 2019

19. Not too often do you see 25 to 27 foot waves forecasted in Lake Ontario (UPDATED W/PICS) 1 2 3

    By RUNNIN REBEL, February 23, 2019
    • 63 replies
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    • BentPole
    • March 11, 2019

20. 2018 Stocking levels 1 2 3 4 5

    By Lucky13, August 30, 2017
    • 112 replies
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    • Gill-T
    • September 19, 2017

21. Black Biting Flies while trolling on Lake Ontario 1 2 3

    By A-TOM-MIK, June 23, 2013
    • 57 replies
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    • TFB
    • July 8, 2023

22. Scenery pics 1 2 3 4

    By bout time, June 11, 2017
    • 99 replies
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    • EsoxAC3
    • September 17, 2017

23. What Fillet Knife Do You Use On Large Salmon/Trout? 1 2

    By Todd in NY, August 31, 2017
    • 26 replies
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    • EsoxAC3
    • September 12, 2017

24. Fishfinder keeps Flashing on & off ???

    By JR, May 23, 2012
    • 8 replies
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    • JR
    • May 27, 2012

25. Florida school shooting 1 2 3 4 5

    By dick black, February 15, 2018
    • 112 replies
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    • L&M
    • February 21, 2018

26. 2013 Sodus Bay Healing Waters Salmon Slam - August 3rd 1 2 3 4

    By TOP SECRET, April 8, 2013
    • 91 replies
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    • TOP SECRET
    • August 7, 2013

27. Cuomos new ruling 1 2 3 4

    By back on eerie 2016, April 16, 2020
    • 92 replies
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    • Mr.Esox
    • April 20, 2020

28. What’s the deal with The new Rhys Davis/Familiar Bite strips 1 2

    By Patriot, June 10, 2011
    • 33 replies
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    • Patriot
    • September 1, 2011

29. Rochester fishing 1 2 3

    By brucehookedup, September 17, 2025
    • 73 replies
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    • GAMBLER
    • November 12, 2025

30. 3 rod rule needs our help 1 2 3 4 6

    By walleyemagic, January 8, 2010
    • 137 replies
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    • SalmonChaser
    • February 4, 2010

31. Rods per person on the boat? 1 2 3

    By billbobthorpe, February 19, 2024
    • 67 replies
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    • LongLine
    • February 29, 2024

32. Add a comment or phrase. 1 2 3 4 6

    By rolmops, February 7, 2015
    • 140 replies
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    • Nautitroller
    • March 6, 2015

33. Piece of Mind 1 2 3 4

    By Low Baller, March 23, 2020
    • 93 replies
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    • Low Baller
    • June 12, 2020

34. New boat 1 2 3 4

    By whaler1, January 20, 2019
    • 98 replies
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    • whaler1
    • April 28, 2019

35. Boat size recommendations

    By TBrovata, August 19, 2016
    • 17 replies
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    • PeltHunter
    • September 1, 2016

36. Advise on becoming a Redneck' 1 2 3 4 6

    By on the lam, October 16, 2012
    • 127 replies
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    • PeltHunter
    • December 1, 2012

37. State of Lake Meetings Scheduled! 1 2 3 4 5

    By Tall Tails, January 28, 2015
    • 123 replies
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    • KING ME
    • March 13, 2015

38. Gas 1 2 3 4

    By HB2, October 29, 2021
    • 85 replies
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    • boho607
    • November 11, 2021

39. ALL CANNON DOWNRIGGERS 1 2 3

    By cjc, August 3, 2022
    • 61 replies
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    • nav175
    • September 3, 2022

40. Vote Tuesday November 8th 1 2 3 4 6

    By MCF, October 31, 2022
    • 127 replies
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    • spoonfed-1
    • November 19, 2022

41. Travel restrictions in NewYork 1 2 3

    By Kevin J Legg, March 23, 2020
    • 64 replies
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    • LazyRiver585
    • March 15, 2024

42. Best fishing sunglasses 1 2 3

    By Chas0218, April 17, 2013
    • 66 replies
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    • Dtmasportsman
    • May 20, 2015

43. Otters vs Planer boards..... GO!

    By reelintense, February 25, 2018
    • 22 replies
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    • Tyee II
    • February 28, 2018

44. Boater Safety Class Required for ALL NY State Operators regardless of age. Class being offered. 1 2 3

    By Morgan-E, January 10, 2025
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    • MCF
    • May 31, 2025

45. LOU users???? 1 2 3

    By Guest ReelDiel, January 30, 2007
    • 56 replies
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    • muskybob
    • February 2, 2007

46. Regulation change to steelhead limit on Lake Ontario 1 2 3 4

    By reelxite, October 22, 2019
    • 78 replies
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    • GAMBLER
    • October 30, 2019

47. Dual Frequency vs Dual beam transducers 1 2

    By janz, January 4, 2010
    • 29 replies
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    • spoonfed-1
    • January 6, 2010

48. Lake O lake trout table quality? 1 2 3 4

    By youp50, June 9, 2016
    • 87 replies
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    • Silver Fox
    • August 22, 2016

49. Where are the smallmouth bass?

    By neuf011, July 11, 2018
    • 12 replies
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    • Chowdaire
    • July 21, 2018

50. 2021 Upgrades...?? 1 2 3

    By SmilinEd1, December 20, 2020
    • 71 replies
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    • Chas0218
    • April 29, 2021