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The On The Water staff is made up of experienced anglers from across the Northeast who fish local waters year-round. The team brings firsthand, on-the-water experience and regional knowledge to coverage of Northeast fisheries, techniques, seasonal patterns, regulations, and conservation.

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Podcasts

Coyotes, Bloodworms, and the Perils of Surfcasting | OTW Podcast Ep. 72

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big steelhead

Upstate and Western New York Fishing Report- January 22, 2026

January 22, 2026

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Gear

Fishing Apparel Company Has Put More Than $9 Million Back Into Conservation

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Saltwater

Attention Massachusetts Anglers: Weigh In on 2026 Black Sea Bass Regulations

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Gary Laidman with steelhead

Upstate and Western New York Fishing Report- January 15, 2026

January 15, 2026

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steelhead in the snow

Upstate and Western New York Fishing Report- January 8, 2026

January 8, 2026

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Gear

Fillet Knife Maintenance: 5 Ways Keep Your Blade Sharp and Rust-Free

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