Blackfish Season Reopens April 1 In New York
New York’s spring blackfish season kicks off on April 1, giving anglers a short but highly anticipated window to target…
Long Island, Metro NY
Hudson River Striped Bass Cooperative Angler Program
Do you fish for striped bass in the Hudson River? Whether you catch-and-release or take home a keeper, you can…
Marine Retailers Kick Off Spring Sales Season
Long island boaters and anglers looking to gear up for the 2026 season have a pair of can’t-miss sales events…
Comment Period Extended For Atlantic Shark Rule
Federal fisheries managers have extended the public comment period for proposed revisions to commercial Atlantic blacknose shark and recreational Atlantic…
Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Meets April 7-9 In New York
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will meet Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Westin New York…
Crazy Alberto Benefit Surf Tournament
Fish anywhere on the East Coast, catch & release striped bass only. Entry $25 per angler, proceeds benefit “Crazy” Alberto…
Town of Babylon Surf Fishing Cup
Sign-ups take place Friday, October 31 from 3 to 11 p.m. in the Babylon Overlook parking lot. Hosted by the…
Generations Bass Tournament
Hosted by Harbor Crab Restaurant and Marina. Honoring Jay Nichols & Paul Ambrose. Boundaries are Shinnecock Inlet to Tobay Beach….
Editor’s Log: 2026 Marine Registry Reminder
The 2026 season is starting to come together across the Northeast, and you can feel that early shift happening day…
Oakdale Yacht Club Striper Cup Tournament
; Located at Oakdale Yacht Marina. Entry fee is $125 per angler. Go to oakdaleyacht.com/pages/striper-cup for more information.
Product Review: Berkley Lab Series
Over 20 years ago I visited the Berkley research and development facility in Spirit Lake, Iowa. More than just R&D,…
Hempstead Lake Fall Family Fishing Festival
Located at Hempstead Lake State Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include open fishing, fishing instruction, fly casting…
Surf: Skinny Plastics, The Whole Package
Slender soft baits mimic a wide range of baitfish and stripers can’t leave them alone!
Long Island Video Fishing Forecast – October 30, 2025
This week on The Fisherman’s Long Island video forecast, we cover big news from the ASMFC’s striped bass meeting —…
Mr. Poseidon’s 5th Annual 3-Day Montauk Striper Challenge
A catch and release only striper tournament located in Montauk Lower Lot. Over 10 prizes and side challenges during the…
Inshore: Tide vs. Sun
Why sunlight and warming water can outproduce tide in early April—and how to adjust your approach to find fish.