Getting Started Fishing in NYC - Freshwater

Fishing is a great way to enjoy the outdoors in New York City. Our NYC Bureau of Fisheries staff have all the information you need to get started fishing. Learn where to go, what to bring, what you may catch and how to best catch a fish. Remember to get your fishing license before going out fishing. To learn more about fishing in New York, visit: For information on how to get a fishing license, visit: For information on NYC Parks, visit: 0:00 Intro 0:41 Where to Catch A Fish 1:00 Fishing Regs & Licenses 1:27 Common Fish Species 2:05 Gear & Rod Setup 3:37 How to Catch a Fish #fishing #newyorkcity #fish #nysdec