Ed Noonan was a full time NYS licensed guide and full time outdoor writer with twice weekly columns in the Schenectady Gazette as well as writing freelance for a variety of outdoor magazines. He was a member of NYS Outdoor Writers’ Association and the NYS Outdoorsmen Hall of Fame and recipient of the NYSOWA and Bass Pro Shops’ Pass It On Award. Ed passed away in 2023.
Get That “Sinking Feeling” Using a Wacky Rig for Bass “Wouldn’t it be nice if you caught a bass every time you went fishing?” This question, asked by a bass fishing tournament buddy 17 years ago, set the stage for what would become one of my most successful bass fishing techniques. We were standing at […]
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Several years ago, when I first heard about the fishing technique called “drop shot rigs for bass,” I couldn’t help but laugh. It reminded me of my first fishing trip to Lake George with my uncle when I was just ten years old. We fished the rocky ledges around Tongue Mountain using center-hooked night crawlers […]
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When fishing on Lake George most anglers minds immediately go to iconic species like lake trout and landlocked salmon. However, there’s a hidden gem in this stunning Adirondack lake that’s often overlooked: the black bass fishing. While the lake is known for its deep, cold waters that support trout populations, it also offers fantastic opportunities […]
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Dr. Nina Schoch has been a leading conservationist in the Adirondacks since the 1990s and created the Adirondack Loon Program in 2001. Her work involves research, organizing volunteer efforts, and publicity to create public awareness...
Joe Hackett is a licensed guide and owner/operator of Tahawus Ltd, a year-round Adirondack guide service. He regularly writes columns in several Adirondack newspapers and freelances for many outdoor publications.
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Sue Kiesel is a professional photographer who loves all seasons and all aspects of the Adirondacks. She has won numerous awards for her photos and has had them in many exhibits and publications. She has...
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