UPDATE YOUR LICENSE AND REGISTRY, AND MORE ON CIRCLE HOOKS
The season is fast approaching and it’s a good time to make sure your freshwater fishing license and marine registry are up-to-date. There are plenty of options for getting it done as managing editor Matt Broderick explains in this week’s E-News. The ASMFC’s Striped Bass Board will be meeting on March 14 to discuss possible changes to the requirement of using circle hooks when bait fishing for striped bass. The results of that meeting will guide the state’s circle hook regulations. Senior editor Fred Golofaro has the info you need to listen on the meeting.
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North Shore Fishing Reports
Geoff Lawrence-North Shore Highlights
December 21, 2020 - 11:04:48
It is the time of year for saltwater anglers when their options are limited. Basically, its a choice of chasing cod, fishing from the docks and piers for herring or playing catch and release with striped bass. Good numbers of herring can be found at Manhasset Bay, Oyster Bay, Port Washington, Huntington and the Centerport Bridge. If you want squid check out Oyster Bay and Huntington. Many shops will be open during the winter, but it is advisable that you call ahead.
Little Neck Fishing Reports
November 23, 2020 - 09:35:57
Over at Fishing East Coast Bait and Tackle in Little Neck Mike told me tog anglers connected with plenty of 14 to 15-inch fish and a decent number of keepers. The top areas were the Connecticut side...
Over at Fishing East Coast Bait and Tackle in Little Neck Mike told me tog anglers connected with plenty of 14 to 15-inch fish and a decent number of keepers. The top areas were the Connecticut side of the Sound, Harts Island and the Throgs Neck Bridge. Excellent numbers of schoolie bass are around along with a few slot fish. The Robert Moses Bridge was a hot spot for bass on Saturday on diamond jigs and shads with paddle tails with a few blues in the by catch. Jay Kim worked the surf at Glen Cove and nailed a 33-inch bass on a bloodworm on Saturday evening. Squid action has been on and off at Oyster Bay, Huntington and Greenport. They are on the surface so go with very light jigs. The shop will be open all winter and after December 15th the hours will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. everyday. (718) 631-2196. The shop has green, white and Asian crabs.
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Pelham Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Rich at L&R Bait and Tackle in Pelham told me he is having a 20% off sale on select rods and reels and other items. However, to get the discount you must mention that you saw it in the Fisherman Magaz...
Rich at L&R Bait and Tackle in Pelham told me he is having a 20% off sale on select rods and reels and other items. However, to get the discount you must mention that you saw it in the Fisherman Magazine. During the winter months the shop will be open Monday to Friday only. (914) 738-4589.
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New Rochelle Fishing Reports
November 23, 2020 - 09:35:57
Capt. Pat of Shamrock Charters in New Rochelle told me that their 2020 fishing season is over. They will begin their 2021 season in May. He wants to thank everyone who sailed with him and wishes Happy...
Capt. Pat of Shamrock Charters in New Rochelle told me that their 2020 fishing season is over. They will begin their 2021 season in May. He wants to thank everyone who sailed with him and wishes Happy Holidays to all.
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City Island Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Over at Fishing East Coast Bait and Tackle in Little Neck Mike told me he is setting up cod charters out of Rhode Island and Montauk. If you are interested please call the shop. The shop will be open ...
Over at Fishing East Coast Bait and Tackle in Little Neck Mike told me he is setting up cod charters out of Rhode Island and Montauk. If you are interested please call the shop. The shop will be open all winter from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. everyday. (718) 631-2196. The shop is fully stocked for winter fishing and will have frozen clams, frozen squid and frozen spearing.
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February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Pat Catalano from Island Bait and Tackle in City Island reported that in the first week in March, he and his staff will be welcoming you to the new and improved Island B&T. Now in its 32nd year, the s...
Pat Catalano from Island Bait and Tackle in City Island reported that in the first week in March, he and his staff will be welcoming you to the new and improved Island B&T. Now in its 32nd year, the shop is going through a complete remodeling. On the fishing scene, anglers are finding catch and release action on bass at Whitestone and Throgs Neck Bridges, New Rochelle and Orchard Beach. The shop will reopen in March but please call before dropping in. (718) 885-2153.
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November 23, 2020 - 09:35:57
On the Rip Tide III in City Island Capt. Carl reported that they sailed on Thursday to Sunday his fares had to cull through loads of shorts with one to two keepers. No reservations are required just c...
On the Rip Tide III in City Island Capt. Carl reported that they sailed on Thursday to Sunday his fares had to cull through loads of shorts with one to two keepers. No reservations are required just come on down. The boat sails daily at 8 a.m. for blackfish. Please note that the boat will not be sailing on Thanksgiving Day and the final trip of the 2020 season will be this Sunday, November 29th.
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Glenwood Landing Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Over at Duffy's Bait and Tackle in Glenwood Landing Blaise told me the shop will be open all winter but will have limited hours. (516) 676-9543....
Over at Duffy's Bait and Tackle in Glenwood Landing Blaise told me the shop will be open all winter but will have limited hours. (516) 676-9543.
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Cold Spring Harbor Fishing Reports
October 12, 2020 - 10:11:59
Capt. Herb Hahn of Cold Spring Charters said his trips Dates are available for tog season....
Capt. Herb Hahn of Cold Spring Charters said his trips Dates are available for tog season.
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Huntington Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
I spoke to Carmine at Campsite Sport Shop in Huntington and he heard that many areas are not fishable because they are iced over. Some holdover bass are roaming the back bays but you must use small lu...
I spoke to Carmine at Campsite Sport Shop in Huntington and he heard that many areas are not fishable because they are iced over. Some holdover bass are roaming the back bays but you must use small lures and flies. Freshwater anglers have found yellow perch in the brackish waters. Action at the Connetquot has been good. The shop will be open all winter. Monday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (631) 271-4969.
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February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Rob at Hi-Hook Bait and Tackle in Huntington told me the shop is open on Saturdays only until further notice. (631) 683-4741....
Rob at Hi-Hook Bait and Tackle in Huntington told me the shop is open on Saturdays only until further notice. (631) 683-4741.
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Port Jefferson Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
I spoke to Candy at Caraftis Fishing Station in Port Jefferson and the shop will be closed for the winter, but if really need something Candy said to give her a call. (631) 473-2288....
I spoke to Candy at Caraftis Fishing Station in Port Jefferson and the shop will be closed for the winter, but if really need something Candy said to give her a call. (631) 473-2288.
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November 30, 2020 - 15:10:11
Celtic Quest Fleet is now on their offseason. They would like to thank all customers for making it a successful 2020 season despite the circumstances. Stay tuned for details on the sailing schedule fo...
Celtic Quest Fleet is now on their offseason. They would like to thank all customers for making it a successful 2020 season despite the circumstances. Stay tuned for details on the sailing schedule for 2021.
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Miller Place Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
Over at Miller Place Bait and Tackle Jim Flora told me the shop is currently closed but will reopen on March 1st....
Over at Miller Place Bait and Tackle Jim Flora told me the shop is currently closed but will reopen on March 1st.
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Mount Sinai Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
The word from Kathleen at Ralphs Fishing Station in Mount Sinai was that the shop will have frozen clams, squid, bunker and shiners. Herring rigs will be available. The shop will remain open for the w...
The word from Kathleen at Ralphs Fishing Station in Mount Sinai was that the shop will have frozen clams, squid, bunker and shiners. Herring rigs will be available. The shop will remain open for the winter. Tuesday to Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (631) 473-6655.
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Northport Fishing Reports
February 22, 2021 - 09:55:18
The news from Cow Harbor Bait and Tackle in Northport is that the ice is beginning to break up by the mouth of the bay at the 5-mph sign. However, the back bay waters are still brackish. There are som...
The news from Cow Harbor Bait and Tackle in Northport is that the ice is beginning to break up by the mouth of the bay at the 5-mph sign. However, the back bay waters are still brackish. There are some holdover bass in the 16 to 18-inch range on the bay side of the Sound. Some customers reported sighting some perch in Centerport. Anglers who plan to haul in some cod should drop by the shop and check out their custom cod rig selection. Rod and reel repair and maintenance is available. The shop will be carrying a complete line of frozen baits including clams, squid, spearing and chum. The shop is open all winter Tuesday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., but will be closed on Mondays. (631) 239-1631.
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October 19, 2020 - 09:48:51
Capt. Sean Crean of Port of Call Charters in Northport said that the solid tog action is coming rods bent with nice size fish to 5-pounds. Green and Asian crabs are the tickets. Sea bass are still p...
Capt. Sean Crean of Port of Call Charters in Northport said that the solid tog action is coming rods bent with nice size fish to 5-pounds. Green and Asian crabs are the tickets. Sea bass are still providing good catches.
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Stony Brook Fishing Reports
November 09, 2020 - 09:42:48
I spoke to Keith at North Country Gas, Bait and Tackle in St. James and togging is very good as green crabs are flying off the shelves. Schoolie bass are whacking live eels....
I spoke to Keith at North Country Gas, Bait and Tackle in St. James and togging is very good as green crabs are flying off the shelves. Schoolie bass are whacking live eels.
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