The Blame Game
From April 29 through May 2, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) will convene for their annual Spring Meeting in Arlington, Virginia.
Features
Future Fishers: Teach ‘em Young!
With the arrival of spring fishing, now is the time to plant the seeds of tomorrow’s anglers.
Sound Slabs: Flukin’ Long Island Sound
A 6-pack of proven hotspots for finding big flatties in eastern and central Long Island Sound.
Surf Sense: Learning Curve Logic
No time on the water is ever wasted time and there’s always something new to see if you take the time to look.
Lighten Up! Backpacking to Downsize
Forgo a traditional surf bag in favor of a small backpack for a more efficient surf fishing experience.
Winter Flounder: Still Worth the Effort
Round out that spring mixed-bag outing with a few good-eating winter flounder.
Offshore Battle: Heavyweights Vs. Lightweights
The pros and cons of the classic 30W/50w stand-up gear and smaller, lighter 16 size reels—let the mid-shore tuna battle begin!
Summer Kickoff: Skinny Water Fluke Tactics
While the calendar says summer won’t officially arrive until June 21, fluke anglers will tell you the hottest time of the year has arrived.
Last Stand? Winter Flounder Stronghold
Boston Harbor and Quincy Bay remain host to a strong fishery while other locations on the coast flounder in mediocracy.
Offshore How-to: Adjustable GoPro Trolling Housing
Here’s a great way to study how offshore gamefish like tuna react to your trolling spread, and to get some exciting underwater footage.
Boat Sense: Bottom Line on Bottom Paint
Just because you can see the paint, don’t assume that it is working up to speed.
Bottom Fishing: Getting Down With Light Tackle
Fishing light tackle for bottom species like blackfish, sea bass, fluke and porgies is no longer a fad and it’s time you get with the program.
Sand Fleas and Stripers: Key to the Summer Surf
Fishing light tackle for bottom species like blackfish, sea bass, fluke and porgies is no longer a fad and it’s time you get with the program.
Striper Goals: Committing to Cows
Now is the time to hit the surf for a shot at that new “personal best” striped bass!
Bait or Plug: Benefits of Artificials Over Natural Baits
Now is the time to hit the surf for a shot at that new “personal best” striped bass!
More In This Issue
Lower Connecticut River Stripers
Whether you get them coming or going, the lower stretch of the Connecticut River is a great spot to intercept that first cow striped bass of the season.
A Montauk Sleigh Ride
September 29, 1969 dawned grey and overcast over Montauk Point with a light southeast breeze.
Seaguar Gold Label 100% Fluorocarbon Leader
Back in the “good old days,” saltwater gamefish did not seem to be as leader shy as they are today, especially with the down cycles and added pressures on our coastal fisheries.