Sea Tow – Visual Distress Signals Explained
Boaters use visual distress signals to alert nearby vessels and rescuers when they need assistance and to help those nearby…
News Briefs
JCAA Sportsperson Of The Year Dinner On Nov. 14
The Jersey Coast Anglers Association (JCAA) will host their annual Sportsperson of the Year Dinner on Saturday, November 14 starting…
Reminder: Sudbury & Foss Reservoirs Close November 30
As the autumn fishing season winds down, local anglers are reminded that shoreline fishing at the Sudbury and Foss reservoirs…
DEC Cracks Down On Fishing Violations Across New York
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Officers (ECOs) have been busy in recent weeks, conducting fishing…
The Dream Boat Challenge Enters Its Final Weeks!
With the November 30 deadline fast approaching, time is running out for Dream Boat competitors to enter their biggest catches…
Final Digital Weekly Of ‘26
This is issue #37 of the year, with issue #38 coming out next week with the printed December monthly edition…
ASMFC To Tackle Sharks, Bunker, & Stripers In Rhode Island
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will hold their annual meeting at the Hotel Viking in Newport, RI from…
Weeklong JCSA “Catch & Release” Striper Fever Kicks Off Nov. 7
From November 7-15, the Jersey Coast Shark Anglers (JCSA) will host their 4th Annual Catch & Release Striper Fever tournament. …
NJ Marine Fisheries Council Meets Nov. 5 – What About Specks?
The New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council (Council) will meet on Thursday, November 5 at 5 p.m. at the Stafford Township…
NJ Boaters Have PFD Rule In Place Again For Winter Of 26 & 27
Don’t forget your personal flotation device; if you’re on a vessel less than 26 feet in length in New Jersey,…
Connecticut Trout & Salmon Stocking Now Underway!
Tens of thousands of trout are being stocked all over Connecticut and 1,000 Atlantic salmon have already been released! Nets…
Rhode Island Environmental Police Seize Over 70 Illegally-Caught Blackfish
Over the course of the third week of October, Rhode Island Environmental Police Officers seized more than 70 illegally harvested…
One Week Left To Register For The Mighty Tog Championship
Time is running out to lock in your spot for the return of the Mighty Tog Championship. Boats Inc., J&B…
Spanish Fly Returns For The “Next Generation”
Spanish Fly Next Generation has launched on Field & Stream TV, bringing the late Capt. Jose Wejebe’s fishing legacy to…
U.S. House & Senate Introduce Bills To Address Cormorant “Threat”
In mid-September, U.S. senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Katie Boyd Britt (R-AL) introduced the Responsible Cormorant Management and Control Act…
Season Long Tournaments At The Jersey Shore & Beyond
In our regular Calendar of Events in The Fisherman in the monthly and every digital weekly you’ll find a lineup…