Editor’s Log: The Year In Review & What’s Ahead
As another fishing season fades into the rearview, December always has a way of pulling everything into perspective—our highs, our…
Long Island, Metro NY
Manhattan Cup C&R Striper Tournament
New York City’s exclusive catch and release striped bass contest benefits service veterans and the Fisheries Conservation Trust. Visit www.manhattancup.com…
Surf Rats Ball Tournament
Catch and release striped bass tournament. Proceeds will benefit the Kids Need More charity. Entry fee is a $35 membership…
Freeport Tuna Club Annual Fishing Flea Market
Located at Freeport Tuna Club Marina, 275 Hudson Ave. Features rods, reels, outboards, outriggers, lights and more. Admission is free….
District 3 Boating Course
America’s Boating Course, Great South Bay Squadron; Located at West Islip Library, 3 Higbie Lane at 9:30 a.m. Cost is…
Striper Decision ’25: No Changes For ‘26
ASMFC’s “status quo” decision on striped bass, from the room where it happened.
District 3 Advanced Class
Boat handling, Great South Bay Squadron; Located at West Islip Library, 3 Higbie Lane at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $120….
Fisherman Flea Market
Located at the Port Jefferson Moose Lodge, 37 Crystal Brook Hollow Rd, Mt Sinai, NY from 9 a.m. to 4…
Belmont Lake Spring Fishing Festival
Located at Belmont Lake State Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include open fishing, fishing instruction, fly casting…
Long Island Video Fishing Forecast – January 9, 2025
While a few attempts at hitting the cod grounds were made, it was tough fishing due to the weather once…
Hot Spot: Cartwright Grounds
When December sweeps across Montauk and the last traces of the fall run start to fade, most anglers begin shifting…
Golden Bones: Long Island’s Carp
Whether you use a fly rod or spinning tackle, carp will push your tackle and skills to the limit.
Fly Or Spin: Welcoming In White Perch
Cold-season tactics for Long Island’s white perch.
The Fisherman Dream Boat Fishing Challenge
Subscribe to The Fisherman, catch and weigh-in qualifying fish from eight eligible species and you could win the Grand Prize…
“How To” Build Rods: Starting From Scratch
A list of start-up items with tips & tricks for future builders.
12th Month Tog Spots
Six tog hot spots that will run to the end of the season.