Massachusetts Black Sea Bass Season Opens May 16
The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is pleased to announce the official opening of the 2026 recreational black sea…
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NY State Parks Graduates 33 New Park Police Officers For 2026 Season
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced the graduation of 33 new officers from the…
Upcoming Safe Boating Courses
Upcoming Safe Boating Courses District 3 Boating Courses Squadron: Great South Bay – America’s Boating Course Contact: Michael Boland Phone:…
DEC Expands Shark & Sturgeon Salvage Program
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is reminding anglers and beachgoers to report any deceased sharks or…
Editor’s Log: Preferred Status
As most readers are probably aware, I’m a big NFL fan. Much like fishing, football is pretty much religion in…
Editor’s Log: Am I Too Competitive?
I used to revel in the bookends of the season. I was one of the few that was out earlier…
Editor’s Log: Holding The Line At Jones Beach
For most Long Island anglers, Coast Guard Station Jones Beach isn’t something you think about—until you need it. It’s not…
Tackle Tip: Spool ‘Em Up
Affordable and effective reel spooling at home.
Surf: The Versatile Bucktail Jig
The simple bucktail has been a surf bag staple for decades along the Striper Coast.
Product Spotlight: Danco Premio Pliers
Those who received complimentary Danco 7-inch Fish Species pliers with a subscription to The Fisherman during the winter show season…
Inshore: All About East Coast Baitfish
Knowing your forage fish helps you target predators.
“The Next Cast” Weekly Podcast #7
The Fisherman’s new coastwide coverage fishing podcast, will keep you informed on all the hot bites along the Northeast coast.
MTA/NJ Elects 2026-2027 Officers And Directors
On April 16th, 2026, the Marine Trades Association of New Jersey (MTA/NJ) held its Annual Dinner & Elections at Jumping…
NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meets May 7 In Manahawkin
The New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council (Council) is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 7 at the…
NJ’s Opening Day Fluke On May 4
While Delaware anglers are already into the summer flounder action (16 inches, four fish bag limit from January through May…
Reminder: Blackfish Still On The Table For Rhode Island & Massachusetts Anglers
Every year we see it, the tautog season closes in Connecticut and a common confusion ripples through the local fishing…