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May 11, 2026 - 10:34:42

Captain Mike Roy at Reel Cast Charters said the spring fishing really cranked up since the last moon and should get even better with the coming cycle. They are seeing an increase in larger fish, mostly in the 20-pound plus range. There is no shortage of bait in the area as they are seeing masses of river herring and even some bunker around. They have some openings over the next couple of weeks and we’re heading into a prime part of the season. Captain Mike and his team are already booking prime dates for the season and it’s never too early to lock yours in so give him a call to book a spot now.

May 04, 2026 - 10:29:41

Captain Mike Roy at Reel Cast Charters said the full moon brought on some better bass action as they continue to see bigger and bigger fish with regularity. Fish are on the move and he said that he expects to see a push of fresh migratory fish hit the region within the next week or so. Soft plastic lures continue to be the name of the game for springtime bass. They use mainly Slug-Go’s and Fin-S Fish fore most applications they encounter. Captain Mike and his team are booking prime dates for the season and it’s never too early to lock yours in so give him a call to book a spot now.

220 Ferry Rd.
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
phone: 203-710-5116

Captain Mike Roy is the founder and operator of Reel Cast Charters, a full-time fishing charter based out of Connecticut. His angling pursuits have taken him across country, as well as internationally, fishing in both fresh and salt water from large mouth bass to giant bluefin tuna. An innovative angler, he is constantly applying new techniques, and his enthusiasm and passion for the sport are contagious. Captain Mike is a United States Coast Guard OUPV Licensed Captain and graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor’s and Masters Degree in Education. Reel Cast charters operates 3 boats including a Conch 27 which was designed by a group of professional fishing guides from Key West, FL and a world-renowned naval architect. The Conch 27 is widely considered to be the most capable boat under 30 feet and is the only boat that is truly designed for fishing guides. It is capable of fishing both inshore and offshore. The boat only draws 16 inches of water, yet can ride through rough seas and is extremely stable at drift. The Conch is powered by a single 300 Suzuki four stroke and has a top speed of 45 mph. The boat has 200 gallons of live-well space making it the ultimate boat for live bait fishing. This is a boat you must fish on to believe it! Our boats meet all U.S. Coast Guard Safety regulations and are equipped with the latest and greatest electronics from Humminbird: Mega Side & Down Imaging, Chirp Sonar, radar, and Minn Kota trolling motor with I-pilot link & Spot Lock technology. We use the best rods, reels & line available from Shimano, G Loomis, and Power Pro.