A New Year’s Resolution
Over the course of the past year, I’ve been bombarded by folks calling, complaining and asking what I’m going to do about a host of regulatory, access and enforcement issues.
Features
Plug Building: Trophy Tackle Needlefish
One of the Striper Coast’s more respected plug builders takes on the Trophy Needlefish, a design that relied heavily on input from legendary surfman Steve Campo.
2017 Outboard Motor Buyer’s Guide
Whether you’re considering purchasing a new boat and motor or repowering an old favorite, here’s a rundown on the newest additions and innovations in the outboard power market.
Pattern Fishing: The Key to Success
Developing the ability to identify and exploit patterns of fish behavior will greatly improve your catches.
Pulley Ridge, Florida Keys
Northeast headboat action, Key West style, with plenty of variety in a bottom fisherman’s paradise.
Flukin’ in the New Year: Old Story, New Cutbacks
Major cuts to the 2017 fluke quota, but is there more to the summer flounder recruitment story than meets the eye?
The Story Behind Steiger Craft Boats
Al Steiger’s passion for fishing is clearly reflected in the Steiger Craft lineup of custom fishing boats.
Crowning the 2016 Dream Boat Champion
The 2016 Dream Boat champion proved it takes more than luck to take home the Grand Prize.
2017 Boat Buyer’s Guide
The Fisherman’s long time boating editor delivers the most comprehensive boat buyer's guide available as he reveals the latest models and some of the next-generation standard features found on today’s fishing boats.
More In This Issue
The Oregon Wreck
On March 14, 1886 the 500 plus foot British passenger liner the Oregon met her fate when she collided with a schooner, most likely the Charles R Morse, and sunk approximately 15 miles south of Moriches Inlet.
Why You Should Take a Kid Fishing
I am 13 years old and I love fishing. I went fishing for the first time when I was 3 years old
Start the New Year Light
Many New Year’s resolutions try to make us “better” in some way, but aren’t much fun if we have to cut down on juicy burgers, frosty beer and sweet desserts.
