In Western New York, the end of the ice fishing season can feel a little bittersweet. The augers get put away, the shanties head back to the garage, and anglers start staring at open water like kids ...
Black, crystal clear ice on the north end of Chautauqua Lake was about 6 inches on Saturday, with small yellow perch and white perch eager to bite. Photo by Rich Davenport Winter doesn’t knock ...