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Fishing tips, techniques, hot spots, how-to, where-to, when-to – it's all right here in The Fisherman's feature articles. Read along as our expert staff details when, where and how to fill the cooler with tasty fillets or deck your favorite gamefish. We'll cover inshore, offshore and freshwater fishing with insightful pieces designed to put you in the right place at the right time using baits and lures that fish can't resist. From gangbusters like striped bass, bluefish, false albacore, mahi and tuna, to dinner staples including fluke, sea bass, blackfish, codfish and scup, you'll find a treasure trove of information in each and every article.


TOG OF A LIFETIME

TOG OF A LIFETIME

15 years after it was set, Anthony Monica's 25-pound, 0-ounce I.G.F.A. All-Tackle Record tautog remains unchallenged. Check out this interview with the angler made soon after the catch.
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SUPER TOG ROUND-UP

SUPER TOG ROUND-UP

A review of bulldogs past and present leaves the author wondering if the next world or state record is just a hook-set away.
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DUAL STRATEGY FOR BLUEFISH

DUAL STRATEGY FOR BLUEFISH

Considered easy to catch at times, when bluefish get finicky a calculated approach can lead to catching more and bigger choppers.
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THE HOLLOW SEMPRE FLEYE

THE HOLLOW SEMPRE FLEYE

Do you find that large flies are intimidating to tie? Hard to cast? Try this one on for size and super-size your results!
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SIMPLE STEPS FOR SURF SUCCESS

SIMPLE STEPS FOR SURF SUCCESS

A solid foundation is required for the newbie surfcaster—here is a little something to get you started down the path to success.
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THE PRACTICAL PLASTIC WORM

THE PRACTICAL PLASTIC WORM

The lowly plastic worm, rigged on a simple jighead, is an economical cow-catching machine for both novice and seasoned anglers alike.
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OF TRUTH AND COD

OF TRUTH AND COD

A captain’s story of radio chatter, cold, and the calamities endured in pursuit of the winter king.
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HOW-TO: EASY HOOK CONVERSION

HOW-TO: EASY HOOK CONVERSION

Here is a simple and effective way to convert those extra strong, closed eye VMC hooks to the open eye variety.
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THE BEST IN MY COLLECTION

THE BEST IN MY COLLECTION

A license plate topper was the metal logo attached to the top of license plates of the early surf fishing beach buggies in the 1950’s and 60’s.
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GEAR UP FOR BACCALA

GEAR UP FOR BACCALA

Whether you head out on a cold winter day or run far offshore under the summer sun, packing the right gear goes a long way toward making cod trips productive and enjoyable - especially if you are fishing aboard somebody else's boat.
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CLIMATE CHANGE - WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR ANGLERS AND THE FISH THEY PURSUE?

CLIMATE CHANGE - WHAT LIES AHEAD FOR ANGLERS AND THE FISH THEY PURSUE?

Many scientists believe climate change is to blame for the increasing intensity of the world’s weather. How might it affect our outdoor lives and fishing in the northeast?
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INSIDE THE MIND OF A COW HUNTER

INSIDE THE MIND OF A COW HUNTER

The road to catching cow stripers on a regular basis requires a serious commitment that might not be for everyone.
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CRUSH BARBS FOR EASY RELEASE, EXTRA SAFETY

Crushing the barbs on your hooks makes it easier to free them from the jaws of bass and blues. It might also help you avoid a trip to the hospital should you get stuck. The Fisherman's Fred Golofaro tackles the task.

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