Get Framed: Trolling ‘Sand Eels’
Arguably one of the most effective rigs ever created, the sand eel umbrella rig works on a variety of Northeast gamefish.
Features
Poppin’ for June Stripers
From bay to surf to just a bit outside, poppers are tops for getting bunker hungry stripers to strike.
North Fork: Mattituck’s Monster Madness
The quality of the sea bass action is enough to draw anglers to this area, but the big sell continues to be the quality and quantity of the fluke fishing.
Trophy Tips: Targeting a Doormat
Scoring a true doormat fluke is the ultimate challenge for any serious fluke angler.
Western Sound: Live Line Magic
The dramatic process of a big striper stalking, taunting, and attacking a live bunker at the surface is worth the price of admission.
Spot On: Not Just for Stripers
Live spot have become a popular bait among inshore anglers. Most are directed at stripers but other species from fluke to tuna find them just as appealing.
It’s May-hem! The Bluefish Blitzkreig
The tackle-busting action is underway as yellow-eyed demons invade our local estuaries.
Tails of Success: The Return of Delaware River Shad
Known by some as the fish of our founding fathers, shad has made a revolutionary return.
Surf Battle at IBSP 2nd Annual High School Cup
The 27th time for surfcasters of all ages, just the second year for high school competitors.
Early Season Fluke: Spring Rigging & Hotspots
Delaware action is underway, and Jersey bay and river anglers begin fluking on May 25.
Black Drum: From Delaware to Great Bay
A Delaware Bay tradition sees migration expansion and booming new opportunities.
Spring Stripers: 5th Month Bonanza!
May marks a noticeable improvement to both size and number of stripers in southern New England.
Opening Options: Start With Sea Bass
A member of the grouper family, black sea bass have become an extremely popular inshore spring target species.
Finding Fluke: Prospect New Grounds
A look at how to save the day when the bite dies or even fails to materialize in the first place.
Urban Angling: Fishing at Fayerweather
With a city skyline for a backdrop, this often overlooked spot has “big fish potential” written all over it.
Western Sound: Baiting for Stripers
An abundance of structure and forage combine to provide solid early season bass action in the western reaches of Long Island Sound.