Cheap Winter Vacation Ideas: Ice Fishing in New York State

There is nothing wrong with the word cheap. It does not mean second rate. It can mean getting more value for your dollar, getting something that should cost more for a cheap price. When you are looking for a cheap way to spend your winter vacation, you do not have to settle for second best. New York State has some of the best fishing anywhere and the fishing season does not stop when the lakes and rivers freeze over.

Ice fishing has been around longer than anyone can remember and it is a unique adventure. Not only that, it makes a great cheap winter vacation. You can use your regular fishing gear and the rates at the bed and breakfasts, motels and hotels will be cheaper. If you choose to go ice fishing in one of New York State's Parks, you can rent a cabin or cottage for a very reasonable rate. Try to come with a group. It can cost less per person that way.

There is a great variety of fishing available when you take your cheap vacation ice fishing in New York. You can catchperch, sunfish, pickerel, northern pike, walleye, trout, lake trout and landlocked salmon. In most cases you will need a New York State fishing license and the regulations can vary by country. Check here. The New York State Department of Conservation for all the information you will need before setting out on your ice fishing cheap vacation. The Almost-Annual New York State Crappie Derby is an excellent choice for a cheap winter vacation. It takes place on the last Saturday in January in Whitney Point Lake, New York. http://www.nab.usace.army.mil/recreation/whitney.htm It costs just $2.00 to enter the derby. The Adirondack Mountains have several ice fishing opportunities available. Pine Basket Adventures has accommodations in the lodge or a private cabin and they have licensed guides who know the best ice fishing spots. New York State Parks do not close for the winter. Many of them have ice fishing. Call the park first and get the information about lodging and whether or not the ice is thick enough. They will have cabins or cottages for rent. Purchase the Empire Passport and you can enjoy the parks all year long for one small fee.