Fishing Access Areas Are Not Safe for Swimming

Fishing Access Areas Are Not Safe for Swimming Vermont's Fish & Wildlife Department reminds the public not to swim at fishing access areas due to safety concerns. The primary use for the fishing access areas is to launch and retrieve motorboats. The Vermont Fish & Wildlife … Continue reading →

Officials Warn About Safe Boating

Officials Warn About Safe Boating Two recent deaths in cold waters have prompted safe boating warnings from officials. As temperatures increase this week, officials are concerned about increased recreational use on Lake Champlain, and are cautioning the public to take precautions. When a … Continue reading →

Be Tick Smart

With the return of warmer weather you'll want to spend more time enjoying the outdoors. More time outside though, can mean an increased chance of contact with an unwelcome resident of the Lake Champlain Basin - ticks. Aside from being unpleasant, ticks are dangerous due to the … Continue reading →

New York DEC Advises About Poor Ice Conditions

New York DEC Advises Ice Anglers and Others About Poor Ice Conditions Ice anglers and others thinking of traversing the frozen surface of waters in the Adirondacks and other locations should be aware that due to the recent warm temperatures and rain, ice has thinned. Areas of … Continue reading →

Lake Champlain Ice Safety

Lake Champlain Ice Safety There are many activities that you can enjoy on Lake Champlain in the winter. From ice fishing to cross-country skiing, from snowmobiling to skating or kite-boarding - Lake Champlain offers a wealth of outdoor fun to enjoy safely. Here are some simple things to help … Continue reading →