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Matthew Rothery
Battle Fish Black River LLC is a veteran-owned guided ice fishing service serving the Fort Drum Area and the North Country NY. Led by Army veterans Matthew Rothery and Edwin “Win” Anderson, we specialize in private ice fishing trips Upstate New York (Serving the Fort Drum Area) for beginners, families, and military personnel looking for a safe, educational, and memorable outdoor experience.
Our guided trips cover the best waters in Jefferson County NY and surrounding areas, including remote lakes and honeyholes only known to local anglers. Guests can expect a fort drum area ice fishing guide who provides all gear, including rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and ice shelters. Safety is our top priority: we follow strict ice thickness standards, provide flotation equipment, and make weather-based decisions to ensure every trip is secure and enjoyable.
Battle Fish Black River offers a variety of species-targeted adventures, including northern pike, tiger musky, lake trout, walleye and salmon, perch, and crappie. Each ice fishing trip near Fort Drum is private, allowing groups of up to 20 people to enjoy a tailored experience. Whether you are a first-time angler or an experienced fisherman, our team ensures a beginner-friendly and family-friendly ice fishing experience that emphasizes fun, learning, and connection with the outdoors.
While our focus is currently on guided ice fishing Upstate NY, we also offer kayak fishing near Fort Drum NY during the summer months. Our seasonal kayak trips are designed to expand your fishing adventures, and all trips remain private and guided by expert instructors.
At Battle Fish Black River, our mission is to introduce our community—including active duty service members, veterans, and local families—to the incredible fisheries of North Country NY. With years of combined experience, tournament expertise, and a passion for teaching, we provide unmatched access to ice fishing charters Upstate New York, private ice fishing trips Upstate New York, and safe, fun, and educational angling adventures.
Ready to experience the best guided ice fishing near Fort Drum, NY? Contact Battle Fish Black River today to book your private, beginner-friendly trip and start making memories on the ice!
What's Included
This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.
Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.
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This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
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What's Included
This guide offers trips that you are able to take home your catch.
Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.
Show More
This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.
When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.
Show More
Experience guided ice fishing Upstate New York targeting trophy Northern Pike on our private trips. Choose from a half-day (4 hours) or full-day (8 hours) adventure led by a Fort Drum area ice fishing guide, with all gear and tackle provided. Our North Country NY ice fishing charters are beginner-friendly, family-friendly, and follow strict safety standards on ice thickness and weather. Contact us today to book your private Northern Pike ice fishing trip and create memories on the ice!
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Catch Perch on our guided ice fishing Upstate New York private trips, perfect for families and first-time anglers. Choose a half-day or full-day adventure led by a Fort Drum area ice fishing guide, with all gear and bait included. These North Country NY ice fishing charters are private, beginner-friendly, and safety-conscious. Book your private Perch ice fishing trip today and enjoy a fun day on the ice!
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Target Lake Trout on our guided ice fishing Upstate New York trips for private, safe, and memorable experiences. Whether you book a half-day or full-day trip, your Fort Drum area ice fishing guide provides all rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Enjoy North Country NY ice fishing charters that are family-friendly, beginner-focused, and fully private. Book your Lake Trout adventure today and experience the best ice fishing in the region!
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Chase trophy Tiger Musky on our guided ice fishing Upstate New York adventures. Private half-day and full-day trips are led by an experienced Fort Drum area ice fishing guide, with all gear and bait included. These North Country NY ice fishing charters are beginner-friendly, family-friendly, and safety-focused. Contact us now to plan your private Tiger Musky ice fishing trip near Fort Drum!
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Catch Perch on our guided ice fishing Upstate New York private trips, perfect for families and first-time anglers. Choose a half-day or full-day adventure led by a Fort Drum area ice fishing guide, with all gear and bait included. These North Country NY ice fishing charters are private, beginner-friendly, and safety-conscious. Book your private Perch ice fishing trip today and enjoy a fun day on the ice!
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Experience private trips targeting Walleye and Salmon with guided ice fishing Upstate New York. Half-day or full-day trips are led by a Fort Drum area ice fishing guide, with all gear, and bait provided. Our North Country NY ice fishing charters are beginner-friendly, family-friendly, and focused on safety. Contact BattleFish Black River today to book your private Walleye & Salmon ice fishing adventure!
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