well Aaron, there are a few options. The niagra river has a good smattering of salmonids, and centrarchids. Another hour to the east will get you to the finger lakes, where salvelinus salmonids can be found, as well as large toothy members of the esox genus, not to mention some pan sized, and grill sized percids. If i had to pick one it would be canandaigua. Bring a boat
I hope this helps, bummer you wont be fishing with your buddy on his birthday weekend. its ok i heard he doesnt even like you