Inshore: Down And Dirty Minnow Trapping
Minnows are easy to trap, here are the basics of getting it done.
Long Island, Metro NY
Freshwater: Sloping Flats
A tactical approach to skinnier areas of big bodied lakes and reservoirs.
King Cod VII-South Shore
On the King Cod VII out of Captree I heard from Capt. Joe who reported they did get out once…
Suffolk Marine-South Shore
Frank at Suffolk Marine in Babylon reported the shop is open from 9 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and…
Pelagic Outfitters-South Shore
Over at Pelagic Outfitters, I heard they are fully stocked with more tackle and gear arriving daily for offshore and…
Bob’s Bait and Tackle-South Shore
Bob Rose at Bob’s Bait and Tackle in Amity Harbor reported the fishing scene is a no go the last…
Combs Bait and Tackle-West End
I spoke to Bill Witchey at Combs Bait and Tackle in Amityville and the shop will reopen on Monday, March…
Black Bottom Charters-West End
It’s Welcome Aboard to Capt. Tom Fish of Black Bottom Charters in Seaford. Starting in April, the captain will be…
Capt. Lou Fleet-West End
Capt. Mike Danon of the Capt. Lou Fleet on the Nautical Mile in Freeport told me that their Half-Day trips…
Sea Rogue Charters-West End
Capt. Bob Schmitt of Sea Rogue Charters in Freeport told me that he will be on the blackfish trail starting…
Keel Hauler-West End
Capt. Paul Paris of Keel Hauler Charters in Freeport said that they are looking forward to the 2026 season and…
Super Hawk-West End
Over on the Super Hawk in Pt. Lookout the word from Capt. Steve Kearney is that his fares are having…
Matt Broderick-East End
As spring approaches across Long Island, marinas, charter captains, and party boat fleets are gearing up for a busy 2026…
Marlena’s Yacht Club-East End
Over at Marlena’s Yacht Club, the crew said they’re already looking ahead to the 2026 season and preparing for another…
