The Peconic Slam
Catching nearly all inshore species 10 minutes from the dock.
Features
Surfcasting Solitude: The Art Of Nightshift Plugging
Surf tips for fishing undercover of the night.
A Spring State: No Bunker Bassin’
No live bait onboard? No problem!
Knife Sharpeners: How To Create & Hold A Fish-Cutting Edge
Tips and tricks for keeping blades sharp and always at the ready.
Reel In The Right Kayak: An Angler’s Buying Guide
Honing in on some of the top kayak picks for anglers in’25.
Striperquest ’25: Tagging & Bragging Part II
Join The Fisherman for a day of striped bass tagging on May 15, 2025.
Surf: Backwater Striper Picks
A short list of back bay striper baits that you might not have in your bag!
Inshore: Patterning Spring Tog
Spring blackfishing requires a nuanced approach that balances persistence with adaptability.
Freshwater: Laying The Lumber
“The key to fishing waterways with lumber understanding how the wood orients the trout.”
Surf: Surf Rods, Keep It Consistent
Matching your surf rod to your casting style and personal preferences will foster consistency in your casting and catching.
Inshore: The Bait Report
What’s on the move during the month of April?
Freshwater: The Pressure’s Off
Fishing pressure may be the leading cause of lockjaw when it comes to Northeast lakes.
Surf: Spring Striper Primer
One angler’s approach to kicking off the surf season in style.
Inshore: The First Stop For Big Stripers
Raritan offers one the best chances at a big striper for start of the ’25 season.
Fly Fishing: Targeting Bluegills
Sharpen your fly fishing skills by targeting bluegills.
Freshwater: Jerkbaits For Trout
Jerkbaits have been catching a wide variety of fish for almost 90 years!
