The Fisherman

Following the approval of an appeal filed by the Northern Region States of the ASMFC, 2018 black sea bass regulations have been adjusted.

Off limits to New Jersey and Delaware anglers for the entire start of 2018, the Tuesday reopening of black sea bass has wreck hunters dreaming of record-breaking humpbacks to start the season.

Not everyone is satisfied with the new management plan for black sea bass handed down by ASMFC.

While black sea bass season is now open in MA & CT, anglers in those states must take care not to drift into neighboring state waters where the season remains closed.

The NY Coalition for Recreational Fishing is pushing for legislation to make striped bass a rod & reel only fishery.

The public, including the angling community, appears divided over proposed plans to build large scale wind farms off of Long Island’s shores.

Land the longest striped bass, bluefish or black sea bass and help build affordable homes for Cape Cod’s community.

With Memorial Day Weekend in the rear view mirror, the tournament season at the Jersey Shore is kicking into full gear for the month of June, with a few "classics" coming up in the next two weeks.

Don’t be a “Bad Daddy,” fish this fun tournament with your entire family!

June is shark month at the Jersey Shore, with tournament anglers looking at a new set of rules and regulations while on the hunt for mako sharks during the 2018 season. Know before you go!

Inshore and off, June boasts an impressive slate of popular fishing tournaments.

With less than a week until kick-off, now is the time to sign up for the largest fluke fishing tournament on earth!

The Saltwater Expo and Long Island Fly Fishing Expo provide a strong finish to the winter show season.

Join a fellow angler in need as we work to raise funds to help Owen Hanecak in his ongoing battle against Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

New Jersey’s Marine Fisheries Council will meet on Thursday, March 15 in Stafford Township, but only tautog and porgy will be addressed, not the black sea bass and fluke seasons, sizes or bags.

This is the annual celebration of chasing stripers in the surf with free seminars, factory reps, food, demonstrations and great time with old friends and new!