September 2018 Archives - The Fisherman

September 2018

2018 9 Hatchett Reef

Hatchett Reef, CT

Hatchett Reef, also known as Four Mile River Reef, is a very fishy place. Located at 41.2684° x 72.2665°, it’s marked by red N “6” on its south end and green C “1” on its north end.

2018 9 Albies And More Fish 2

Fall Fun: Albies & More!

The table is set for some exciting fall action on false albacore, striped bass and bluefish in the surf.

Playing the Slots

When the subject of fish management comes up, whether the species being discussed is striped bass, fluke or whatever the flavor of the day is, many often turn to the concept of a slot limit as a way to help rebuild the species.

2018 9 Throgs Neck Bridge

Throgs Neck Bridge

Spanning between Queens and the Bronx, the Throgs Neck Bridge may be better known for its traffic jams and ongoing road construction, but for anglers the reality is that the bridge and its surrounding waters provide excellent potential for tangling with some of our most popular inshore gamefish.

2018 9 September In Montauk Joe

Doormat Time: September in Montauk

If you are on the hunt for a big fluke, there is no better place than Montauk to connect with fish that hit 8 pounds and can range all the way to the mid-teens.

Catch or Release?

I thought I would share the following letter from a Fisherman reader referring to the big mako shark that appeared on issue #23, dated 8/9/18, and also my response, in hopes of setting the record straight for others who may share the same concerns.

2018 9 Penn Spinfisher Iv

Penn Spinfisher Vi

Before heading to ICAST in Orlando back in July, I’d asked a few fishing buddies if there were any specific products they wanted me to check out; based on my informal polling, the PENN Spinfisher VI looks to be one of the top reels hitting the market this fall!

2018 9 Its All About The Memory Tarpon

It’s All About the Memory

Mrs. Lee Wulff (Joan), I believe, said fishing is a good test of character. A person’s reaction to adversity, especially cold, miserable weather; clearly demonstrates his or her dignity, humor, consideration and resolve.