Long Island, Metro NY - Long Island Surf Fishing Reports
FIRST ROUND OF TROUT STOCKINGS-STRIPER RUMBLINGS
Spring has struck and with that came the first wave of trout stockings in the area. These stockings were supposed to take place last week but were delayed due to upstate snow, and that’s where the trout came from. So far, the central Long Island lakes have received a round of rainbows and browns, but the western Suffolk and Nassau water bodies are expected to get their first round sometime next week too. We also got some confirmed striper reports from the city area and rumors of others from the North Shore Harbors. For the events, don’t forget this weekend is the annual Fly Fishing Expo at the Radisson Hotel on Motor Parkway. If you enjoy fly fishing or want to get into it, this is a must-attend event. Also, take note that we received some incorrect information last week. The correct date for the Family Fishing Festival is going to be the 15th of April at Belmont State Park.
Over at River Bay Outfitters in Baldwin, Paul reported with the warming and with the stocking of all the ponds and stream, this is the start of a fantastic season. The reports of trout being caught on just about any method, but it is the fly fishing that is really shinning. Slow moving streamers and nymphs have been the choice technique but there is sometimes some dry fly action. Paul hasnt been able to get out as he worked very hard on their Fly Fishing Expo of Long Island this past weekend, and it was one of the best. It was good to see all the interest in this fine sport. Spring is here but Paul hasnt stopped fishing as it was one of the warmest winters, but with this nice weather come some danger. Ticks are out in full force, so take precaution. Don't let a bite ruin your season.
Bob from Bobs Bait and Tackle let me know he didnt hear of anything locally yet except for the trout that were stocked in the Babylon lakes. The shop is open 7 days a week....
Bob from Bobs Bait and Tackle let me know he didnt hear of anything locally yet except for the trout that were stocked in the Babylon lakes. The shop is open 7 days a week.
Pablo from J&J Sports in Patchogue reported he did have a few customers check in after fishing Little Neck Bay in the city saying they were able to land some schoolies and bigger stripers up to 15 pou...
Pablo from J&J Sports in Patchogue reported he did have a few customers check in after fishing Little Neck Bay in the city saying they were able to land some schoolies and bigger stripers up to 15 pounds working swimming plugs slowly after dark.
Mike at Saltwaters Bait and Tackle in West Islip let me know he heard of some stripers being caught on the western North Shore along with a few schoolie stripers inside of Carmens River on landed on s...
Mike at Saltwaters Bait and Tackle in West Islip let me know he heard of some stripers being caught on the western North Shore along with a few schoolie stripers inside of Carmens River on landed on small soft plastics
Up on the western North Shore, Blaise from Duffys Bait & Tackle in Glenwood Landing reported Little Neck Bay has seen its first small wave of stripers for the surf fishermen working the back of the ...
Up on the western North Shore, Blaise from Duffys Bait & Tackle in Glenwood Landing reported Little Neck Bay has seen its first small wave of stripers for the surf fishermen working the back of the bay with swimming plugs. He also did mention that some schoolies never left Hempstead Harbor either due to the mild winter and customers were able to catch all winter of small soft plastic lures.
Jim at Miller Place Bait and Tackle on the North Shore said while he didnt hear of anything going on in the back of the harbor with stripers, he did hear that someone soaked a sandworm in the area r...
Jim at Miller Place Bait and Tackle on the North Shore said while he didnt hear of anything going on in the back of the harbor with stripers, he did hear that someone soaked a sandworm in the area recently and to their surprise they landed a backfish that was quickly returned to the water since the season was not open yet. The shop will be stocked with green crabs for those looking to try.
Ken over at Tight Lines Tackle on the South Fork reported that he had a tough but productive session fishing Connetquot State Park last week. He noted rainbow and brook trout were caught with the ...
Ken over at Tight Lines Tackle on the South Fork reported that he had a tough but productive session fishing Connetquot State Park last week. He noted rainbow and brook trout were caught with the largest rainbow being a little over 3 pounds.
Mike at Bernie's Bait and Tackle reported Canarsie and Coney Island Pier have seen an uptick in the herring fishing. Local stripers up to 10 pounds have been caught in the East River on small soft pla...
Mike at Bernie's Bait and Tackle reported Canarsie and Coney Island Pier have seen an uptick in the herring fishing. Local stripers up to 10 pounds have been caught in the East River on small soft plastics and bloodworms in the past week.