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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.


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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NEW YORK'S GREENPORT DOORMAT BITE IS HOT!

NEW YORK'S GREENPORT DOORMAT BITE IS HOT!

If you've been waiting for the Peconic Bay doormat fluke bite to get started off of New York's Greenport and Shelter Island, wait no longer - It's ON! With nearly 20 fluke topping 8 pounds since Friday, this may be your best chance ever to score with the summer flattie of a lifetime.
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KAYAK DRIFT FISHING

KAYAK DRIFT FISHING

The author provides a few basic guidelines that will help you catch more fish and spend less time paddling on your next kayak adventure.
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CATCH MY DRIFT

CATCH MY DRIFT

Summer flounder sharpie Capt. Scott Newhall talks about the motion of the ocean relating to his favorite flatfish.
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WHAT IS A BITE ALARM?

WHAT IS A BITE ALARM?

Generally associated with carp fishing, the electronic bite alarm can be successfully used by most any freshwater bottom fishing angler.
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THE MODIFIED, MODIFIED ALBRIGHT KNOT

THE MODIFIED, MODIFIED ALBRIGHT KNOT

A simple extra step for the modified albright or Alberto's knot will sure-up this fanatstic braid-to-leader connection.
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RUNNING OF THE BULL 'GILLS

RUNNING OF THE BULL 'GILLS

The shallows are bluegill nurseries. To catch bull ‘gills by the horns on a regular basis, you need to dig a little deeper. Author Kevin Naudts explains how. (Includes text and video.)
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SNEAK ATTACK FOR STRIPERS

SNEAK ATTACK FOR STRIPERS

As striped bass move up onto the flats shallow water anglers are in their glory. In this game of cat and mouse, however, those who understand the rules of stealth almost always score the best.
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TIM COLEMAN: A PICTORIAL CELEBRATION

TIM COLEMAN: A PICTORIAL CELEBRATION

While a year has passed since the untimely passing of Tim Coleman, he still remains ever-present in the hearts and memories of the fishing community.
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LAST CHANCE TACKLE REHAB

LAST CHANCE TACKLE REHAB

Fishing tackle rehabilitation and maintenance projects are generally taken care of during the winter season but there's still time for a last-minute check and tune-up if you haven't gotten around to it just yet.
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THE POCKET-SIZED TROUT BOX

THE POCKET-SIZED TROUT BOX

A compact tackle tote about the size of a smartphone, packed with a selection of small lures, is all you need to effectively target local trout.
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YAPHANK LAKES TO BE DREDGED

YAPHANK LAKES TO BE DREDGED

Brookhaven Town has passed a resolution that will allow for the dredging of both Upper and Lower Yaphank lakes this summer. For freshwater anglers, this should mean better fishing in the years ahead.
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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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