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I agree with most of the posters.. here in NY state there are a lot of opportunities for good freshwater fishing but there are some caveats you need to be aware of.. The water here is under a lot of pressure year round, these lakes get hit hard compared to canada, and the fish here are not pushovers that haven't seen a lot of lures, especially walleye.

Also you are talking very large and very deep bodies of water that require the knowledge of good local guides. the fish are not everywhere in these massive lakes and rivers, plenty of dead water..
It can certainly be learned, but that takes time.

Lots of guides here, but not all are good ones, as is the case anywhere.. You need to do your research, decide what you want to fish for, and get as many recommendations as you can.. Walleyes are here big ones in some places, but most people will certainly need a guide to catch them in any numbers, they are not always easy to find.. Locals are very little help, they keep their mouths shut.
Most walleyes in large water bodies in NY are caught deep trolling, not by jigging/casting.. There are a few guides that will do jigging/casting trips, but you need to search them out.. The guides in this state are highly trolling oriented for just about any species outside of SMB or Muskies/Pike, especially on the Great Lakes.. You can catch some big fish here, but as stated, do your homework, and have a good idea as to what you are looking for. I live here, know some of the guys by reputation, and would be happy to make recommendations as to when , where, how and who. Much of the good water up here isn't too far from large towns with services. bob