We’ve got a packed winter lineup this week — from hardwater to hot-button fisheries news. Ice fishing reports are rolling in from Long Island and upstate, while DEC confirms another poor year of Hudson River striped bass spawning, raising long-term concerns for the future of the stock as managers prepare for upcoming ASMFC discussions. Closer to home, the push to restore Stump Pond at Blydenburgh County Park moves forward after a key environmental approval, keeping hopes alive for the return of fishing and paddling there. On the boating side, fiberglass expert Dave Trapani is back with Part 2 of our transom series, explaining why transoms fail over time and what boat owners should watch for. We’ll also run down a full slate of upcoming fishing shows and flea markets, hear a new fish story from Capt. Al Lorrenzetti, and wrap it all up ice reports from across the region.
