Staff at the Cornell Biological Field Station, through support from DEC, are conducting a creel survey on Oneida Lake this winter, the first since the 2007 ice fishing season. Initial results indicate that catch rates of both walleye and yellow perch have started out very good and suggest anglers are enjoying excellent fishing for both species. Past surveys have indicated that half of the yellow perch harvest from Oneida Lake takes place through the ice, and this year's survey, combined with a full open water season survey this past summer, will provide information to assess if this pattern still continues. If approached by a creel agent while fishing the lake, we appreciate your cooperation with the survey.