Olcott Beach, N.Y., a small hamlet on the shores of Lake Ontario, has been voted America’s Ultimate Fishing Town through a competition run by the World Fishing Network (WFN).
In voting done on the Internet and through social media, Olcott Beach topped a list of more than 500 towns across the country with more than 135,000 votes. Nearly 330,000 total votes were cast.
Known for its proxity to world-class salmon and trout fishing, the town will receive a $25,000 community donation that will help finance a fishing-related project. In addition, WFN will produce a television feature about the town and contest.
Waddington, N.Y., was 2nd and Cape Hatteras, N.C., was 3rd in voting.
"Winning this contest means the world to us," said Timothy Horanburg, supervisor for the Town of Newfane. "We know we have a world-class freshwater fishery, right here in our small community on Lake Ontario, and now, that word will spread with much more credibility coming from WFN. This contest has brought together local folks, charter fishermen from all across the nation, residents that have long since left the area, and a regional effort by our local schools, civic organizations, USA Niagara Tourism and many others, all for a common cause – pride in our community and region."
