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Their app is also available to purchase and view your licenses.
1-866-933-2257
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Orleans County (585) 589-3220
Lake Erie - Dunkirk (716) 679-ERIE DEC
Lake Erie - Buffalo (716) 855-FISH DEC
Niagara County (877)FALLS US

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JUNE 2026




NIAGARA PRO AM
JUNE 5TH * 6TH, 2026
(SUNDAY, JUNE 7TH- BLOW DAY)

All week tournament time

 

Monday, June 1 - It is a busy week in Olcott and Wilson with tournaments. There is not a lot of action in our local businesses, but there sure is with boat traffic. Fishing is still really good for the kickoff to June. Kings, cohos, lakers and some steelhead in the mix. Anywhere from 50 to 400 fow seems to be at play but we can't divulge too much for you since it is a big money week. The Proam has over 50 boats this year and that is this coming weekend. The Big Fish Friday "Don Johannes memorial" changed to Thursday for a few years. Now it is changed to Wednesday this year due to the Sabres tournament happening Thursday. The Skip Hartman Memorial Niagara Proam is Friday and Saturday with a Sunday blow day. Captains meeting is Thursday evening after the Sabres tournament.

It really isn't a particular spoon, flasher , fly, meat rig that is the killer this week. White, glow, rv uv is the hot thing right now. It's not a good time to give exacts but fish are from the close top to 140 down and people are trying it everywhere. Just know it is still good and have a lot of fun.




TIP: If you are planning on visiting the area this year, BOOK EARLY! There is a new AI plant being built in Somerset and the workers need housing. Shop around and you will find something.

MY LODGING PICKS FOR THIS MONTH

LIGHTHOUSE MOTEL
John and Vicky have an excellent reputation with anglers. They are right next to the marina and piers. In my 30 years here, we have heard all good about the Lighthouse. 1564 Van Buren St, Olcott, NY 14126,
Phone: 716-778 7270

MAXWELL STATION
Located in the heart of Olcott; people love their Monday night wing specials and the closeness of their rooms and suites to everything.


OLCOTT RENTALS





Bill Hilts Fishfinder




Tournament Calendar










Located on the corner of West Lake and Jackson Streets. It's the big blue barn next to the water tower. You can't miss it!

716-778-8592

Western Lake Ontario is known for its world-class Salmon & Trout fishing



 
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BOAT LAUNCHES/DOCKS

LEWISTON
Fort Niagara State Park
716-745-7273

Lewiston Sand Docks Boat Launch


OLCOTT

Hedley Boat Co.
(716)778-7771

McDonough Marine
(716) 946-3979

Town of Newfane Marina
(716) 778-5462

SOMERSET
Golden Hill State Park
716-795-3885

WILSON
Bootleggers Cove Marina
716-751-6466

Wilson Boatyard Marina
716 751 9202

Wilson-Tuscarora Boat Launch
716-751-6361



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