New York State Announces Upcoming Free Fishing Day On Friday
New York State is hosting a free fishing day tomorrow. On Friday, November 11, 2022, you can fish without a fishing license. You will still need to follow all other freshwater fishing regulations.
The New York Department of Environmental Conservation encourages New Yorkers who have never gone fishing before to try it for the first time on the free fishing day. Or if you're an experienced fisher, invite a family member or friend who isn't to join you tomorrow.
Two Lakes In New York State Are Among America’s Most Polluted
New York has the distinction of being the only state with two lakes among the top 10 most polluted in America. Both lakes are in the top 5 and we actually have the #1 most polluted lake in America here in New York. AZ Animals put out the list of the top 10 for 2022.
5. Oneida Lake, New York
The lake is near the Great Lakes, located northeast of Syracuse. Algal blooms and rooted vegetation hampered the recreational use of Oneida Lake, prompting the state to add the lake to its list of impaired waters under the Clean Water Act in 1998. Excess nutrients, particularly phosphorus, from agricultural, urban, and suburban runoff fueled algal blooms in the lake.
1. Onondaga Lake, New York
The most polluted lake in the United States is Onondaga Lake.
Onondaga Lake is a lake in Central New York, immediately northwest of and adjacent to Syracuse, New York. It is not only one of the most polluted lakes in the country, but also takes a spot in the most polluted lakes in the world. Pollution of the lake has been an issue since the late 1800s, with ice harvesting prohibited as early as 1901. The swimming ban happened in 1940, and fishing was outlawed in 1970 owing to mercury contamination. For years, raw sewage was thrown directly into the lake, resulting in high nitrogen levels and algae blooms.
AZ Animals says that New York State has deemed both lakes safe now for fishing and leisure.
The other lakes on the top 10 list are:
10. Utah Lake, Utah
9. Lake Kinkaid, Illinois
8. Grand Lake St. Mary’s, Ohio
7. Lake Lanier, Georgia
6. Lake Washington, Washington
4. Lake Michigan, Wisconsin
3. Lake Erie, Michigan
2. Lake Okeechobee, Florida