Fishing - Sullivan County Democrat

The “King” (best overall) was actually our first-ever junior winner of this award. Jason Wright landed an 8.6 lb 27.5” Walleye to be named this year’s “King of the Ice.”

Milestone year for King of the Ice: Over 300 anglers attend

WHITE LAKE– King of the Ice (KOI) celebrated a milestone year over the weekend. The ice fishing contest began in 1991, according to Jay Mendels, an officer of the Sullivan County Conservation Club … more

Crystal Tweed | 6/17/26

14th Annual Anglers Market comes to Roscoe May 23

ROSCOE – The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce hosts their 14th Annual Anglers Market on May 23 at the Roscoe Community Hall, 1968 Old Rt. 17, Roscoe from 10 am to 3 pm. Buy - Sell - Trade - … more

4/28/26

Keynote speaker Jesse Vadala emphasizes the importance of conservation while talking to the crowd.

The real story of the Beamoc: Anglers celebrate 65th Two-Headed Trout Dinner

ROSCOE – Saturday marked the 65th anniversary of the Two-Headed Trout and Other Fantastic Fish Stories Roundtable at the legendary Rockland House in Roscoe. The yearly dinner, hosted by the Roscoe … more

Anthony Morgano | 4/21/26

Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum Reaches Fundraising Goal

President, Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum LIVINGSTON MANOR – I’m thrilled to share some truly exciting news: we’ve reached our $60,000 fundraising goal for the … more

Anthony J. Magardino | 9/19/25

Updates from the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum

President LIVINGSTON MANOR – As we enjoy the heart of summer in the Catskills, I’m excited to share a few important updates from the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum: … more

Anthony J. Magardino | 7/4/25

Annual Morningside Fishing Classic on June 21

HURLEYVILLE – The 24th Annual Morningside Fishing Classic sponsored by the Town of Fallsburg Parks and Recreation Program and the Hurleyville Fire Department will be held Saturday, June 21 at … more

6/13/25

Weekend Fly Fishing Camp registration

Welcome to the Snow Peak Brooklyn Camping and Fly Fishing Weekend! Join us at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum for a weekend filled with camping and fly fishing. Whether … more

6/13/25

Tom Mason fishing a stretch of the Willowemoc.

Seeking Salmo, Seeing Some Success

This weekend’s April showers added some much-needed rain to our rivers and streams and contributed a growth spurt to the parched lawns and gardens. Seemingly overnight the trees and shrubs are … more

Judy Van Put | 4/29/25

Roscoe Anglers Market May 24

ROSCOE – The Anglers Market will be held on May 24 at the Roscoe Community Center, 1968 Old Rte 17, Roscoe. Tables are available at $15 each. Do you have fishing items, collectibles, … more

4/22/25

Dette Flies was honored at Roscoe’s Annual 2-Headed Trout Dinner with the Joan Wulff Excellence in Fly Fishing Award. On hand were several members of Joe (Dette) Fox and partner Kelly Buchta’s family. Staff from the shop coming up to receive the award included (L-R) Bob Adams, Kelly Buchta, Mike Konecni, Seth Cavarretta, and Pat Cooke.

First fishing fizzles, but Festivities fill the bill!

Late Sunday afternoon, April 6, the USGS website showed that the Beaverkill at Cooks Falls was flowing at about 607 cubic feet per second, which is well below the median average flow for this date of … more

Judy Van Put | 4/8/25

Keynote speaker Darrell Hartman spoke very highly of the beauty of the Catskills.

“Trout only survive in beautiful places”

ROSCOE — Avid trout fishermen, local business owners and friends and families to the tune of 231 turned up at the Rockland House on Saturday night for the 64th Annual Two-Headed Trout Dinner. … more

Anthony Morgano | 4/8/25

DEC announces temporary closure of Skinners Falls Fishing Access Site on Upper Delaware River

COCHECTON – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced the temporary closure of the Skinners Falls Fishing Access Site along the Upper Delaware River in … more

4/8/25

NYS DEC HuntFishNY Program

Jonathan “JR” Russell and Anne McNamara, the folks that are in charge of the DEC Hunter Education Program (HEP) for our area, held their annual refresher course for instructors at the … more

John Van Etten | 4/4/25

Celebrate Fly Fishing Opening Day at Catskill Brewery

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Catskill Brewery is excited to welcome anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and music lovers alike to the Fly Fishing Opening Day Celebration on Saturday, April 5th, from 12:00 PM … more

3/21/25

Announcing The Fly Tyers Rendezvous 2025

The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild will be hosting this year’s Rendezvous on March 29, 2025 at the Wulff Gallery of the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. We are … more

3/14/25

Fly Tying Fun in Roscoe!

One of the many fun facets of fly fishing is the ability to make or create your own flies on which to catch fish. Fly tyers use feathers, furs, tinsel, wool and other assorted materials that are tied … more

Judy Van Put | 3/11/25

The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce announces the recipients of its Annual Two-Headed Trout Awards: The Dette Family, and Phil and Donna Vallone.

Roscoe – The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the 64th Annual Two-Headed Trout Dinner, the Chamber’s annual fundraiser and a favorite tradition of the town of Roscoe … more

3/11/25

Glass Eels

No, they aren’t something on display at the Dorflinger Museum in Hawley. Glass eels are juvenile American eels that are transparent. They are spawned and born in the Sargasso Sea in the … more

John Van Etten | 3/7/25

Boat safety is very important and with this free class you can be prepared when out on the water.

Boater safety class on April 6

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol will be presenting a NYS Boater Safety Course on Sunday April 6 from 9am to 5pm. As of 2025, all persons operating … more

2/28/25

Delaware Trout Management session set for today at 6 p.m.

Dette Flies provided this notice of an important public informational session for all who fish the Delaware River Tailwaters (East and West Branches of the Delaware): on Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 … more

2/25/25

Members of the Catskill Fly Tyers Guild at an In-person session include (from left) John Apgar, Ed Van Put (standing), Seth Cavaretta, Ed Walsh, CFFC&M President Anthony Magardino (on right rear), Dave Catizone, Tom Mason, Rod Futerfas. Members tie and share advice and helpful hints.

Fly Fest 2025 - Coming Soon

Mark your calendars on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild, in cooperation with the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum, is hosting its annual Fly Fest. Held at the … more

Judy Van Put | 2/11/25

37th Annual Ice Fishing Contest

HURLEYVILLE – The Hurleyville Fire Department in cooperation with the Town of Fallsburg Youth Commission will be holding their 37th Annual Ice Fishing Contest, Saturday, February 8th. The … more

1/31/25

Ed Van Put and Tom Mason share a happy moment at the Fly Tyers Roundtable.

Catskill Fly Tyers Guild Hosts Annual Roundtable Event

SULLIVAN COUNTY-The Wulff Gallery at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center was the place to be last Saturday, October 12. The Catskill Fly Tyers Guild held their 3rd Annual Fly Tyers Roundtable, their … more

By Judy Van Put | 10/18/24