U.S. Identifies 31 Countries That Fish Illegally, Irresponsibly
When it comes to fisheries management, the United States is saying to the world, “do as we do, and as…
August 23, 2021
JCAA Cancels Annual Fluke Tournament
In an official statement by the Jersey Coast Anglers Association (JCAA) on August 17, the organization has decided to cancel…
See Something, Say Something – NJ Operation Game Thief
If you witness or suspect a wildlife violation, call the NJ Operation Game Thief Hotline (NJ-OGT) at 855-OGT-TIPS. The hotline…
Capt. Bill’s Hosts Weigh-Ins For Flukin’ Fiesta In Point On Aug. 28
The Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their 2021 “Flukin Fiesta” tournament on August 28 (weather date…
NJ’s Own Mike Iaconelli Wins Bass Kayak Event In MD
With a minute to spare before lines out, Michael “Ike” Iaconelli landed an 18.5-inch bass to secure the win on…
ASA Says Senate Infrastructure Bill Supports Outdoor Recreation
On August 2, the American Sportfishing Association (ASA) issued a press release regarding the $550 billion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs…
IGFA Expands Release-Based Record Category
The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) announced today the addition of a fly-fishing category for its All-Tackle Length record program;…
New Freshwater Fishing Regulations In Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced two sets of regulations that took effect within the state…
Four Great Whites Detected At Block Island
The Atlantic Shark Institute (ASI) announced that they have detected four great white sharks so far, during the early part…
2021 Annual Banquet Announcement
Every year the NYSOHOF holds an induction banquet to formally announce and celebrate new inductees to the Hall of Fame….
Juvenile Sturgeon In Hudson Show Signs Of Recovery
A recently published article in the North American Journal of Atlantic Fisheries Management indicates that the Hudson River juvenile stock…
Outdoor Recreation Contributes 1.7% of Annual New York State GDP
Over the past year, pandemic-related shutdowns inspired Americans to head outdoors to find open, safe places to relax and exercise…
Editor’s Log: Tidal Marks & Tarpon
Like you, I have a bookcase full of fishing titles at home, some I’ve read cover-to-cover, others I peruse in…
Editor’s Log: The Finality Of The Shore
I took my first few vacation days as a member of The Fisherman family last week to attend my brother’s…
Editor’s Log: Jellyfish Or Not?
On several occasions this summer, some stretches of South Shore and East End beaches were awash in what looked like…
Freshwater: Low Water Largies
Low water presents an advantage for fish and fishermen.