NY DEC Public Meetings on Chautauqua Lake Walleye
Summary
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced two public meetings on March 24-25, 2026, to discuss the status and management of walleye in Chautauqua Lake. Regional fisheries staff will present information and engage with attendees.
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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced two public outreach meetings concerning the walleye population in Chautauqua Lake. These meetings, scheduled for March 24 and 25, 2026, will feature regional fisheries staff presenting current information on the walleye population and future management plans, followed by an interactive dialogue with attendees.
While these are informational meetings and do not impose new regulatory requirements, regulated entities or individuals involved in fishing or environmental advocacy in the region may wish to attend to stay informed about potential future management strategies. No specific compliance actions are mandated by this notice, and there are no associated deadlines or penalties.
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March 16, 2026
DEC Announces Chautauqua Lake Walleye Public Outreach Meeting
Regional Fisheries Staff to Host Two In-Person Meetings on March 24 and 25
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced two public meetings to discuss the status of walleye in Chautauqua Lake. DEC Region 9 Bureau of Fisheries staff will present current information on the walleye population in Chautauqua Lake and future management, followed by an interactive dialog with attendees after the presentation.
The first in-person meeting will be held Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Carlson Community Center at Lakeside Park 78 Water Street Route 394 in Mayville. The second in-person meeting will be held Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at The Lawson Center at 73 Lakeside Dr in Bemus Point. Registration is not required.
DEC offers a host of resources for those interested in getting started fishing. The I FISH NY Beginners' Guide to Freshwater Fishing (PDF) provides information on everything from rigging up a fishing rod, to identifying your catch and understanding fishing regulations. There’s also a video series on DEC’s YouTube channel that complements the Beginners’ Guide. DEC's Places to Fish webpages are a reliable source of information when planning your next fishing trip. DEC's official mobile app, HuntFishNY, now features “The Tackle Box,” which provides anglers with one-stop shopping for fishing regulations, boating access, and stocking information within a map-based interface from the convenience of your smart phone.
The New York State Department of Health (DOH) provides advice to anglers about what fish are safe to eat and how often. Visit DOH’s website to search by waterbody location.
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Buffalo, NY 14209
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