Long Island, Metro NY - East End Fishing Reports

From the Ebb Tide they said to visit their website at ebbtidefishing.com for more information on their upcoming trips.

Captain Keith from the Fin Chaser said to reserve or find out more information visit www.myfinchaser.com or call (516) 643-0940. He will be calling during the month of May inside Peconic Bay for porgies and weakfish.

Captain John from Fishemlite Charters told me he’ll be in action by mid-May for weakfish, stripers, bluefish and porgies. Give him a ring at (516) 312-0372 to book a trip with him.

Captain Savio from Fishooker Charters was happy to let me know his boat is officially in the water. He will start fishing for early-season Montauk stripers very soon. Give him a call at (631) 766-3478 to book a trip this year with him.

Over at Marlena's Yacht Club they let me know they’re getting the first boats in the marina right now. The season has been off to a slower start due to the wind but things should be rocking and rolling by the beginning of May. Give them a ring at (631) 406-4926 for additional information on what they have to offer.

Chris from the Montauk Anglers Club reported the beginning of last week saw the first schoolies from Chris on the open beach in Montauk. Anglers also had some keeper-sized stripers along the East Hampton stretch, to the west of them. Blackfish have made a move to the north side of the point in the shallows and were chomping on soft baits like clam but crabs worked as well. Shrimp and spearing have been the main baits in the area according to Chris.

The crew from Montauk Marine Basin reported in saying a few boats are starting to get dropped in the water in the past few days but it’s still early for them with fishing reports. More to come in the next few weeks. Give them a ring at (631) 668-5900 for more information on their services.

Captain Sal from the Moondance in Montauk told me "you’ve always dreamt about catching a tuna - the most majestic fish in the sea. Now aboard Moondance Charter’s TUNA TIME – a 32-foot SeaVee, we can make your dream come true. We have the boat, the expertise and the gear.” It’s as easy calling Captain Sal and reserving a date. They start mid-June. Trips are $2100 for an eight-hour day – six anglers total. They provide all equipment and bait. Leave a credit card deposit and you’re good to go. Act now as choice dates are filling up. He’s located at Marlena’s Yacht Club in Montauk, NY. Call the Captain at (917) 601-4548 to book your next charter.

Captain Ken from My Joyce said their calendar is filling up with only a few weekend dates left throughout June, July & August! Call Capt Ken today to book the dates you want! Call them at (516) 641-2138 or go online to www.myjoycefishing.com.

Jill from the November Rain said they’re in the water and just about ready to go for the season. Give them a call at (646) 335-7315 to book a trip.

Captain Tom from the Sea Wife IV told me to give him a call at (631) 680-1025 to book a trip. He will be sailing during the month of May.

Mike from Star Island Yacht Club let me know boats have been going in the water every day now. Not much on the fishing yet but you can call them at (631) 668-5052 for more on what they offer.

Captain Sean from Tailwrapped Sportfishing let me know they’re booking fast for the season. Contact them at (631) 510-8245 to see what dates they have left or visit tailwrapped.com to see the type of trips they have to offer.

From the Viking Fleet of Montauk they told me they are in the middle of the Gulf of Maine trip on the Starship. Tune into next week’s report for the full recap Give them a call at (631) 668-5700 or reserve your spot at vikingfleet.com for future trips.

Down at West Lake Marina Dave told me no reports this week in Montauk but “the spring anticipating has been going on.” He did hear the back waters of Gardiners and Peconics have had some small stripers in those areas. He did note that the gannets have been working up front by the light which is a sign of bait in the area. Give the marina a call at (631) 668-5600 for more information.

Scott from East End Bait and Tackle told me to “target the small creeks and back bay areas of both Shinnecock and Peconic bays. We have heard of a few keeper sized fish being taken. We have also heard of the first weakfish being taken in our area. Best to target the back bay areas of Shinnecock and Peconic as well. Weakfish like pink and white colors but as you know whatever you have most confidence in should be your go to. The Shinnecock Canal should be seeing signs of life any day if not already. The first bite here is pretty tight lipped. We have not heard any reports of porgies yet but I'm sure those dinner plate sized fish will be out in the Jessups area for opening day on May 1st. The fluke are making their way in from the deep as reported by some commercial guys. Let's hope they are here for the season opener on May 4th.” They are open seven days, 8-6 Monday-Saturday and 8-3 on Sunday. The shop is stocked and ready for your next trip. Their freezers are full of all the local baits in season. Be sure to bring in your gear for service or repairs before your next trip.

Captain John of Shinnecock Star let me know he will be sailing the month of May for porgies, fluke and weakfish inside Peconic Bay. Call (631) 728-4563 to book a trip with the boat.

Kenny from Tight Lines Tackle in Sag Harbor let me know small bass have been in Peconic Bay, Shinnecock Canal, Towd Point Channel, under Sag Harbor Bridge, in back of Sag Harbor cove by WLNG, and 3-Mile-Harbor

Capt. Phil Kess of the Fishy Business in Orient reports he will begin sailing in early May targeting porgies and stripers. Capt. Phil is now accepting charters for the 2024 season. To get in on the action, give Capt. Phil a call at (516) 316-6967.

Capt. Rich of the Nancy Ann in Orient reports he will begin sailing the first week of May chasing stripers, scup and weakfish. Rich suggests that if you have not yet booked your trips for the 2024 season, now is the time to do so as dates will fill fast. There is still availability each month with the exception of blackfish season which is fully booked. You can give Rich and his wife Nancy a call at (631) 477-2337.

Capt. Paul of the Peconic Star in Greenport will begin the season targeting big Peconic Bay scup and weakfish on May 1st and sailing daily from that date forward at 7:30 A.M. from the Greenport Railroad Dock. For more information, call Capt. Paul at (631) 522-2002 or Capt. Speedy at (516) 551-4548.

Craig from WeGo Bait and Tackle in Southold reports weakfish have moved into the bay with squid strips on hi/low rigs producing best. Some squid are also being taken from under the lights at most of the Greenport docks on pink and white colored jigs. Some bunker are also roaming the bay which has also drawn in a scattering of stripers to 20 pounds. No report of porgies yet, however that should change within the next week or two when the weather becomes warmer and more consistent.