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Rumors of Herring: A Fisherman’s Long Winter
Excerpts from my new book “Hook It & Cook It: Fishing Dishing and Reminiscing. With more than 50 recipes!” on Amazon !
The winter of a fisherman is long and full of surreal, haunting dreams. They are dreams of mighty fish and hearty fights under the sun. Some of them we win, some we lose.
We always we dream of the fight. You do not “play” fishing. They will bite you.
Fishermen always think of next year. We phone each other on long, cold nights and discuss techniques and plan trips.
We are tortured by rumors of herring at the Canarsie or Magnolia Piers on the coldest days of January. Men I know talk of overnight cod trips to the canyon in the dead of winter. Heated rails. This is not my type of fishing.
Fishermen follow a pattern that is similar to baseball players. We awake and begin our season in the spring with hopes of a long, great season. The chatter of the hot stove league keeps us company on these long winter days.
We experience the beauty of summer as we toil under the sun. We go as deep into the autumn as Mother Nature and our abilities will carry us. We fill our winter with thoughts of missed opportunities and glorious victories. Some seasons end with legendary success, some end in a tangled mess. You must learn to roll with both if you are to be successful over time.
There is meaning in the rituals that surround us. Preparing our equipment, studying our opponents, rising to the early sun and talking about it with our friends. All of this provides a soft poetry to a sometimes-brutal sporting activity.
But winter is tough.
We do not sleep well this time of year.
When you are hooked, you are hooked. Fishing is a sport that can drive you mad. But when the sun is shining and the water is good, you really want to be just one place. The ocean.
Each Spring the shores in and around New York City come to life with generations of fishermen, old and new. Skinny flounder move into bays and inlets that warm quickly and famished schoolie striped bass begin their annual migration down the Hudson River to the ocean in late March and early April. The first real reports of fish come right around opening day of baseball.
You can see people fishing almost anywhere there is access to the water. I’ve seen guys fishing the docks next to the Intrepid next to Hell’s Kitchen. The East River has become a hot spot.
It would take me years to understand the sea, even if only a bit. In fishing there is sometimes a lot of staring vainly into the ocean, so pretty and dangerous. Ah, the sea is a fickle mistress, indeed.
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It has been a long winter and we are not even half way yet. I’ve almost forgotten the feeling of a warm day, but soon the weather will make a turn for the better, I just know it. My fish dreams are improving each night.
But I hear them as they swim by in the nearby East River, mocking me.
Is today the day I take down my rod and reel and began getting it ready for the coming season?
J.K.S. Manhattan, January 2018
WE’RE BACK
Updates to follow…..
The Last Fishing Trip
“The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions of hope.” John Buchan
“The Last Fishing Trip” and “Fishing With My Brothers” are Excerpts from “Hook It & Cook It: Fishing, Dishing and Reminiscing with an Urban Angler” by James K. Shaffer
Colin Thomas Shaffer 8/16/70-2/15/17
“Fishing is an imperfect art form. Tides can be predicted years in advance, but they are not perfect. Just as often, the weather is imperfect at sea and you learn to pray a little harder than you are used to. Sometime while on the water, all of Mother Nature’s elements conspire and we are a private audience to something approaching perfection.
Gray rainbow at sea.
Moon over ocean, Bradley Beach.
Breezy Point, NY.
For forty plus years my brother Colin and I fished together on party boats out of Sheepshead Bay, on the docks of Great Kills on Staten Island and the white sandy beaches of Long Island. We have seen high tides, low tides and every variation of sunlight and moonshine. Rising before the sun for most trips, we started our days in hope and anticipation.
We’ve chased stripers from Coney Island to Montauk and Point Pleasant to Mystic Islands, caught hundreds of fat blue claw crabs in a cove near Fair harbor on Fire Island and down at Little Egg Harbor on the Jersey Shore and have been out on long trips out to the Hudson Canyon when the ocean was as flat as glass and the mahi-mahi showed up.
We’ve spent countless hours catching early season winter flounder and summer fluking on Jamaica Bay and catching keeper blackfish under the bridges into brisk November. Often times those trips would end with a seafood feast at Randazzo’s where Colin knew everyone and they shouted hellos to him. Paulie or Emilio always came over to bust chops and catch up.
The world spins in a way that we never know when the last trip will come. There will be that one day out on the water after which there would be no more. No more perfect moments under the sun out on the wild blue ocean. I wish there was one more day, one more trip, one more cast.
As the weather begins to turn and fishing season approaches, I wish we had one more trip to plan. One more.
Today I am less sad than I have been and I look forward to sunny days to come. I am sure we will catch his spirit at some moment this year on the water. See ya’ on the water.”
A few Videos and Pics from The Trip for Colin last September aboard The Capitol Princess.
In memory of my little brother Colin who got lost in life’s rough seas and left us February 15th 2017.
R.I.P. Colin Thomas Shaffer 1970-2017
Fishing With My Brothers
“Angling is somewhat like poetry, men are to be born so…”
Izaak Walton, The Compleat Angler (1653)
The fickle nature of the the sea has brought surprising joy and tangible fear into my life down through my fishing years. Like any good relationship, you must treat your partner with respect.
I’ve lived near the waterways in three of NYC five boroughs and I’ve learned to read the currents that run near the jetties off Breezy Point to the Narrows under the bridge in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn and where the drop-off is at Crooke’s Point on Staten Island. The sea teaches you if you listen. And then without any warning, it can all change right before you. As dangerous as she is beautiful and for all I know, I know nothing.
My mom & dad split and we moved back to NY in 1975. We left L.A. in a hurry one fine California Saturday afternoon, down the back hill to a waiting green van on the next block over. One of the last things I grabbed; two paperbacks- Moby Dick and Jaws. Then we went to the airport and back to Brooklyn.
In my early years I would pour over the newspapers looking for news about local saltwater fishing. Sometimes finding fish was easier than finding information.
I was curious to know more about the fish I could catch in the nearby ocean on the trusty Garcia light-spinning outfit my Grandfather Willie Duffy, had given me one Christmas in 1975.
Then the JAWS phenomenon caused everyone to take a second look at the water.
I saw the movie Jaws for the first time just before we left L.A. Wow. That changed everything. The ocean that I wanted to know so much about swam into the theaters and into the psyche of nearly every person who has since swam in the ocean.
The book and the movie fueled my imagination. I became fascinated with the endless possibilities of the ocean. So much beauty, so much brutality, it was a world within our own, yet wholly separate. It did not look like anything like that could live in the gray ocean we saw from the airplane as we flew back into New York City.
I’ve now seen that movie more than 60 times. I can recite the dialogue from nearly every scene. I still remember the first time I stepped back in the ocean knowing that I shared it with things much bigger. If something like that could be in the water, where did the possibilities end?
I began to understand the infinity of the ocean .
This blew my mind. It was hard to digest that these waters were so close to me. I began to study the maps and read books about the area.
My brothers and I really learned to fish on gritty New York City waterfront of the 1970’s. Before we were to see her wonders, we saw the local sea at a low point that bicentennial summer. I’d just turned twelve.
We rented a four bedroom apartment in a big wobbly house in Rosebank, one block from Penny Beach on Staten Island’ s North Shore. The house sat across from a church and a vacant lot with a laneway that led up to the cliff overlooking the small beach. There was a Coast Guard facility with a pier to the right.
The rocky, gravelly, dirty beach had great views of the sparkling lights of Manhattan in the distance. On the other side was mother Brooklyn on the receiving end of a glittering string of pearls known as the Verrazano Narrows Bridge. Under her the big ships came and went, lit like holidays.
On endless summer days, my brother Kevin and I would sneak beneath the Coast Guard pier in Rosebank at low tide. Colin was too small to come out on the pier, but he would tag along and ask a million questions from the shore.
Colin was only five, but he loved coming to the beach. Even if it was cold out he always wanted to come. We looked for shark teeth that we never found, but did get some gorgeous green volcanic glass. We would pass the time reading the names on the ships, noting the ones we had seen before.
Kevin and I would catch small spearing on tiny hooks in the shallows. When we caught a good few of them we would shimmy out on the lower part of the structure. We put the baitfish on the hook and watch the bloody frenzy develop in the water below.
Snapper bluefish, only 6-7 inches long, would swarm the bait like small sharks and tear at the bait. Their razor sharp teeth, even at that size, put more than a few scars on my fingers down through the years. We’d catch a dozen and my mom would fry them up for us with a little flour and butter. Fresh fish on a summer day like a country boy, over here!
Access to the water, two blocks from our house, was so much fun. My mind was blown when I saw how close to the harbor we actually were.
Operation Sail kicked off an amazing summer and I loved every minute off it. For that entire weekend, ships and boats of every shape and size jammed into New York Harbor to celebrate the Bicentennial 4th of July. Sailors from the navy ships docked on Staten Island looked dashing in their whites as they happily moved between Rosebank bars.
99X was the big FM station for pop music and I remember the songs of that summer- “Silly Love Songs” by Paul McCartney and Wings, “Afternoon Delight” by Starland Vocal Band, “Sweet Thing” by Rufus and “Play That Funky Music White Boy” by Wild Cherry. Those songs were the soundtrack to our adventures.
During those long summer days, a few fluke and schoolie striped bass were also caught. We fished that beach all summer. I had a beach, in New York City. Go figure.
The water was filthy, though. Big gobs of oil washed up on the rocky beach in balls. That gooey black tar ruined a lot of sneakers and jeans. One day a group of us walked east on the beach saw a whole dead horse washed up near Ft. Wadsworth. It stunk like I had never smelt before. Garbage was dumped everywhere. The rats loved it. It was a sorry state of affairs.
Something had to change. Slowly, but surely, it did, right before our eyes.
The Clean Water Act of 1972 was being enforced and little by little the water started to get cleaner. More on this later.
In the summer of 1977, my family moved to Castleton Corners in the middle of the island, away from the ocean and I was a little sad. I thought my fishing days might be done. We had bought a two family house with my aunt, grandmother and grandfather living upstairs. The three boys got the basement which was fine. It was also looking like a great neighborhood to be a kid.
The neighborhood had tons of kids and it didn’t take long to make friends. We bonded over sports- stick ball, baseball, wiffle ball, basketball, football, hockey, paddle ball, tether ball and frisbee. We played something almost every day the weather permitted.
I asked some of the guys about fishing. I learned that there is a great big lake on top of Todt Hill that almost no one ever fished. It was a Boy Scout camp. Hmmmmmm…
2/15/19 JKS
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JKS 8/15/18
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ANZ300-160845- 352 PM EDT Wed May 15 2019 .Synopsis for the Long Island Waters and New York Harbor… A weak cold front slowly approaches this evening and pushes through overnight into Thursday morning. A cold frontal passage occurs on Friday, allowing high pressure to build in over the weekend. A warm front may allow for some unsettled weather for the beginning of next week. $$
ANZ338-160845- New York Harbor- 352 PM EDT Wed May 15 2019 TONIGHT W winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Slight chance of showers early this evening, then chance of showers late this evening and overnight. THU W winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. THU NIGHT W winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming SW after midnight. Waves 1 ft or less. FRI SW winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Scattered showers. FRI NIGHT W winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming NW after midnight. Waves 1 ft or less. Scattered showers in the evening. SAT NW winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming SW in the afternoon. Waves 1 ft or less. SAT NIGHT S winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. SUN S winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers in the afternoon. SUN NIGHT S winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers. MON S winds 5 to 10 kt, increasing to 10 to 15 kt in the afternoon. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers. MON NIGHT S winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming W 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers. $$
Ocean Explorer
5/15- Opening day of sea bass was awesome for us…Fish were jumping on the baits,,all around the boat we had fish coming….high hooks limited out early and easily…also had some nice ling mixed in….see ya tomorrow..we are fishing every day.. see ya tomorrow!!
900 River Rd
Belmar, New Jersey 07719
(848) 565-0519
Current reports
May 5, 2019
Once again, the Big Mohawk will start off the Sea Bass season with our “reservation only” trips. Our special trips are scheduled for May 15, 16, 17,18, and 19th. You must call to reserve your spot. These trips sell out very fast. We will depart promptly at 6am or earlier the day of the trip. To make a reservation, call 732 974 9606 and ask for Kathy. You will then be added to our list . We will not be responsible for reservations left on the answering machine. We look forward to hearing from you.
Open-boat fishing all year. Sailing 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Fluke, sea bass, porgies, blackfish, ling, cod. Captain Chris Hueth has been a licensed captain for close to 30 years. He grew up on the Jersey Shore. His boyhood love for fishing has turned him into one of the most competitive fisherman on the Jersey Coast. His ability to catch fish, along with knowing instinctively where to catch them, has helped him to develop one of the most dependable fishing businesses on the east coast. On NJ Party Boat, The Big Mohawk, he offers Service, Skill, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence. Being a New Jersey Party Boat Captain not only entails catching fish, but looking out for the welfare of future catches.Call us or click our name above to visit our website for current species we’re fishing for. Bait supplied. Rod and reel rentals. Galley for food and drinks. Comfortable cabin. Group rates for 10 or more people. Senior citizen discount on weekdays. Discount for children under 12. Large group charters available. Sailing from Belmar Marine Basin, Hwy. 35. Free parking. Capt. Chris Hueth.
732-974-9606
Brielle
Bogan’s Boat Basin
800 Ashley Avenue
Brielle, NJ 08730
Big Jamaica
and Jamaica II
“The Wreckmasters”
CURRENTLY FISHING!
732-618-1241 or 732-458-3188 ir Conditioned Cabin
Experienced Captain and crew, Tropically Heated Cabin,
Rods Reels and Rigs available, Bait supplied, Ample free parking
| 5/11 Very good Ling fishing today |
| on the 12 Hour trip Most anglers had over 35 Big Ling each and hi hook was Jim Brophy Little Egg Harbor with 69 Ling and 2 Flounders. Several people also had limits of Jumbo Seabass that had to be thrown back so we expect banner Seabass fishing on the All Day Seabass and Ling trips starting May 15th everyday 7:30 am- 4:00 pm |
Sailing All Day Seabass 7:30 am May 15th thru May 31st THEN:
Half Day trips start June 1st
Am trips – 8am-1pm Fluke and Seabass
Pm trips – 2 pm-6:30 pm strictly Seabass
Capt Ryan
Jamaica II
Golden Eagle
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• Springtime striped bass and bluefish.
• Late spring through summer bluefishing day and night.
• Also in summer, afternoon fishing and sunset cruises for the family.
• Fall striped bass and tuna.
• Also fishing for other catches through the year, like bottom fish and mackerel.
Click our name above to visit our website for schedules and details. Discounts for seniors, children, military and first-responders. Boat features a galley with hot meals, snacks and soft drinks; spacious indoor cabin; bunks; clean bathrooms; and a large upper deck for relaxation.Excellent crew, among the best. Capt. Rich Falcone.
732-681-6144
5/15/2019
It was a VERY GOOD day with the BLUES. They were in the 3 to 10 lb. range and were all on jigs. We also had a VERY GOOD day with the SEA BASS with about 75% of them being keepers which included some MONSTER SEA BASS. It was all the fish you wanted!
We are fishing EVERY DAY AT 7:30AM and will be splitting our day between STRIPERS, BLUES & SEA BASS.
SEE YOU TOMORROW MORNING AT 7:30AM!
Belmar Marina
905 HWY 35 & 10th Ave
Belmar, NJ 07719
Phone: 732-977-2020
Email: info@captaincal2.com
The Captain Cal II sails out of the Belmar Marina on Route 35 in Belmar, NJ. We are a family owned and operated 75’ party boat that is US Coast Guard inspected & certified for safety. Fully equipped with the latest safety, navigational and electronic fish finding equipment. Clean and separate men and women restroom facilities are just some of the featured comforts found aboard.
https://videopress.com/embed/KYXtqnsb?hd=0&autoPlay=0&permalink=0&loop=0We fish for fluke, sea bass, blackfish, bluefish, porgies, ling and other fish in season. Captain Ron has over thirty years of boating and fishing experience. He is familiar with all of the areas’ fishing spots & grounds to bring home that trophy fish, and to bring you the best deep sea fishing experience!
You can drive right up to the back of the boat to unload your gear, and we will be glad to assist you! No reservations required on the Captain Call II.
Our courteous, experienced, and helpful crew is present to make your trip fun and memorable. Everyone from beginners to seasoned anglers will find a welcomed spot at the rail to enjoy their time fishing on the Captain Cal II. There is plenty of free parking on premises.Afternoon/evening charters available. Click here to learn more.
STARTING TOMORROW
SEA BASS EVERYDAY!
7:30AM – 3:30/4:00PM
$70
COME AND GET EM!! 🚢 🎣
Miss Belmar Fleet
• Miss Belmar Princess •
• Royal Miss Belmar •
With Miss Belmar’s three engines and a total of 2,100 horsepower, she’s the first boat to the fishing grounds every day and we guarantee it. No other boat comes close. Try us and you’ll see why. Capt. Alan Shinn: 732-681-6866 Office: 732-681-003
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Sailing daily for stripers and blues from 7:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
Sailing daily for stripers and blues from 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Point Pleasant Beach
Broadway Basin
47 Broadway
Point Pleasant Beach
The Voyager
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The VOYAGER is a 100-foot all aluminum GULF CRAFT supercruiser equipped with three 825 HP Caterpillar® turbocharged diesel engines, two electrical power generators, and the latest communications and navigation equipment including two color fish-finders, four ship-to-shore radios, two radars, three GPS satellite positioning systems, autopilot, seawater temperature gauges, and two computer-based chart and plotting systems.
Amenities include a heated and air conditioned main cabin with booth seating, a heated and air conditioned bunk room, a full galley, heated handrails for cold weather fishing, and an upper sundeck with plenty of seating. She is fast, spacious and very comfortable for deep sea fishing year-round. The VOYAGER is U.S. Coast Guard documented and inspected. CLICK HERE FOR TRIP CALENDAR
May 13, 2019
Our 1.5-Day TILEFISH TRIP this weekend was good for some and not as good for others. We had pretty poor conditions until mid-morning Saturday with a fast drift requiring up to 5 pounds of weight. Around 10:00 AM the skies cleared, the winds let up and fishing improved. Some folks had limits by early afternoon and other folks struggled. Most Tilefish were caught on bait but a few were landed on jigs. Bill Tevlin caught his Tilefish limit and also started off our tuna season with a surprise catch of a 60-pound Bluefin Tuna caught on a tilefish rig. We have spots on most upcoming Tilefish Trips. Check our TRIP CALENDAR for specifics.
FYI… Here is the full episode of On The Water’s Angling Adventures TV Show for a Reel Seat charter deep-drop trip aboard the VOYAGER. The weather was stunning and the Tilefish, Rosefish, White Hake and other critters that live on the deep bottom were snapping
NEW 6-MAN CHARTER BOAT SHEARWATER
We are proud to announce the addition of our new 6-Man Charter Boat SHEARWATER. We offer a variety of inshore, offshore and overnight charter trips for up to 6 passengers as well as custom trips. We sail for Sea Bass, Cod, Tile, Tuna and more! Click here for more information on SHEARWATER charters.
UPCOMING VOYAGER TRIPS…
SEA BASS MARATHON 6:30 AM-4:30 PM THURSDAY MAY 16
We have added a SPECIAL LIMITED LOAD SEA BASS MARATHON for Thursday May 16. The boat sails at 6:30 AM and returns around 4:30 PM. The fare is $80 per person, $75 for seniors, and $40 for kids up to 12. Reservations are required and this trip must be booked online.
8-HOUR SEA BASS 6:30 AM SATURDAY AND SUNDAY MAY 18 & MAY 19
We are also sailing 8-hour SEA BASS trips on Saturday and Sunday morning at 6:30AM. These trips are OPEN BOAT so you can pay by credit card online or in cash at the boat the day of the trip. The fare is $70 for adults, $65 for seniors and $35 for kids up to 12.
OFFSHORE COD & POLLOCK 11:30 PM THURSDAY NIGHT MAY 16
We still have a few spots left on our LIMITED LOAD COD TRIP at 11:30 PM Thursday night May 16. E-mail us at Info@VoyagerFishing.com to book your spot.
Dauntless
Bottom fishing for sea bass, porgies, blackfish, ling, cod and pollock. Summertime fluke fishing. Nighttime bluefishing during the warm months. Mackerel fishing during the spring and winter runs. Bait supplied. Catches filleted for nominal fee. Rod rentals. Discounts for seniors, children and sunbathers. 85’ Dauntless features heat; heated handrails; galley with hamburgers, soda, coffee and tea; and men’s and ladies’ accommodations. Sailing 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily year round. Free parking. Capt. Bill Egerter and son.
Norma K III
CURRENTLY FISHING!
Sailing from historic Ken’s Landing
35 Broadway
Point Pleasant Beach
Fish aboard the Norma-K III, sailing year-round from famed Ken’s Landing. Our family pioneered sportfishing here in the 1920s.
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Posted on May 15, 2019
May 15th Sea Bass!
EXCELLENT OPENING DAY OF SEA BASS!
Good action from start to finish with Sea Bass, a few ling and a keeper Cod as well! Lots of limits around the boat today! Looking foward to tomorrow! We will have the boat opened at 6AM!
Stop by our Facebook page and check out a few photos from today!!!
SAILING EVERY DAY FOR SEA BASS!!!
7:30AM-2:30PM!
For more information, please give us a shout at 732-496-5383!
Capt. Matt
For more information, please give us a shout at 732-496-5383!
Capt. Matt
Gambler
59 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach
New and improved Gambler, 90 feet of comfort and speed. Heated and air-conditioned cabin. Galley with hot and cold food and beverages. Widest boat in its class, providing stability and room. Rod and reel rentals. Charters also available. Capts. Bob Bogan, Mike Bogan and Jeff Melito. Spring: Cod, pollock, ling and stripers. The striper specialists. Summer: Fluke on two half-day trips. Bluefish on night trips. Fall: Open-boat tuna. Stripers. Winter: Giant sea bass, cod, pollock and hake.
The Gambler has been going out for striped bass and bluefish when the weather has been fit. The fishing has been tough, for the most part. We haven’t caught any stripers in our last few times out. We did have some success with 5 to 10lb blues on certain tides, locally. Hopefully the fish will take hold soon.
The Gambler will start 1/2 fluke and sea bass trips on Friday, May 24th. Our night stripers will start the same weekend, beginning May 24th, on Friday and Saturday nights.
Hope to see you.
Capt Bob and Crew
Atlantic Highlands
Prowler 5
We are now closed for the season. I want to thank all our loyal customers for a great year. See you in April.
Capt. Scott Hilliard docked at the Municipal Harbor Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
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THE 80′ PROWLER 5
IS FISHING EVERY DAY 7:30AM TO 2:30PM FOR BLACKFISH, BLACKFISH, BLACKFISH. GREEN CRABS & WHITE LEGGERS AVAILABLE.
HEATED HANDRAILS, HEATED CABIN
ABSOLUTELY THE BEST DECKHANDS TO HELP YOU,
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PROWLER 5 SHIRTS $20
WE ADDED THE BIG LUGGERS – MORE POWER, MORE TORQUE, MORE SPEED.
Wednesday May 15th, 2019 Good Sea Bass/Ling Report
Captain George put the anglers on the fish today with alot nice big sea bass and nice ling. With the good fishing we are now going to stay bottom fishing. Next trip will be Friday May 17th 7:30am to 2:30pm and continue until fluke season opens up. On May 24th Captain George will be doing a fluke special 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. See you at the dock.
Atlantic Highlands
Municipal Harbor Marina 2 Simon Lake Drive, Atlantic Highlands,N.J.
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
From North Jersey:
Garden State Parkway South to exit 117. Stay to the left, after the toll. Hwy 36 South for approx. 9 miles. Signs for Atlantic Highlands Business district. Take the Jug handle, cross over Hwy onto First Ave., Follow to the end and the Atlantic Star.
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THE ATLANTIC STAR WILL START FISHING FOR FLUKE ON FRIDAY MAY 25 MAKING TWO TRIPS EVERYDAY (8AM TO 12:30 AND 1:30 TO 6PM).Snacks & cold drinks. Sailing from Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor. Capt. Tom Buban. |
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Capt. Ron732-872-1925
Dorothy B
Phone (732) 616-8378
Daily: 1/2-DAY FLUKE BEGINS –
DAILY: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM; 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
| Adult | $65.00 |
| Senior (62 & up) | $60.00 |
| Child (under 12) | $35.00 |
| Bait | FREE |
| Rod Rental | $ 5.00 |
| Parking | FREE |
Third generation Captain, Kevin Bradshaw, and the party boat Dorothy B. from Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn are sailing from the Municipal Harbor in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey!!! A short ride from New York City with all the best the Jersey Shore has to offer ~ family-friendly atmosphere, plenty of free parking, and great access to some of the best spots in the New York Bight as well as Jersey’s rocks and reefs! Join us for open boat fishing, or book a private charter or cruise for fishing at its finest!
5/15-
MON-WEDNESDAY UPDATE
Mon-Sailed out with a light crowd and had a slow morning, with most spots from the day before lifeless. Anchored late in the trip and saw action on shorts, missed fish, broken lines and some quality keepers for a boat limit. Tues-Another day with only a few anglers, used fresh bunkers, missed a bunch of bass, but ended day with some quality fish. Wed-Fishing with fresh bunkers again today as they seem to appeal to the bigger fish. It was never fast and furious today, but we did end up with our boat limit again and chose to release some including a 30 pound beauty. The bass fishing has been good the past several days and it doesn’t last forever, so grab your gear and come down and get in on the action
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED ON THE BOAT NO ADVANCE PURCHASE NEEDED
The Angler
Angler Party Fishing, LLC
P.O. Box 566, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
(732) 872-0744
The ANGLER party fishing boat sails from the Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor at Atlantic Highlands, NJ. Captains George Bachert and and Jeff Gutman offer day and evening fishing trips from April through December. The ANGLER is also available for group and corporate charter trips.
After a few slow days we looked at the forecast for today and said we would fish a new area. Well we had an early tide change and we knew we only had a short window to find the Fluke. To make a long story short, they were right where we figured and it was game on until the current picked up and we had to leave. We told everyone we would get another shot at the end of the tide and we sure did.
We had very good action with limit catches and Dave Woodson from Dover, NJ is our new Monthly Pool leader with a 5 -pound 12-ounce Fluke. We were the first to find the Fluke, but we know there will be plenty of followers to cash in on our scouting.
We will get an extra hour on Thursday but when it is over it will be over. Tomorrow is the perfect day to sail at 7:00 AM, which is what we do! When we worked for Freddy Coles of the FREDDY C, he taught us that if you stop the boat and the fish are biting you should have been there earlier.
Bring your heavy gear plus your regular stuff
MONTHLY POOL OVER $1,000 & BIG POOL OVER $1,700 – A new leader would not be surprising
Telephone: 732-291-0085
SEA TIGER II
Specializing in Striped Bass, Fluke, Flounder & Bottom fishing, the SEA TIGER II is US Coast Guard inspected & certified for safety. Our large and comfortable cabin is the perfect place to relax on the ride to and from the fishing grounds. There is plenty of room for your gear, as well as clean and separate accommodations for ladies and gentlemen.
Sunday 1/13/19 Done fishing
Thank you for fishing with us this past season but now its time to call it quits. Hope to see all of you next season so stay healthy and safe. Thanks for looking in.
Barnegat Light
CAROLYN ANN
Carolyn Ann III
18th Street
Barnegat Light, N.J.
609-693-4281
Capt. Bill Hammarstrom
Capt. Will Hammarstrom
Gina Lawrenson
We are currently sailing two half day trips departing at 8am & 1pm for Fluke. $45 for Adults, $25 for children 12 & under, and $5 for rod rental.
BEACH HAVEN
Miss Beach Haven
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For anyone who is interested in fishing with us but are affected by seasickness please click here for help on how to avoid it. During the summer months we offer “no seasickness” bay fishing trips if all else fails. Check below for details on when these trips are active. We want your day on the Miss Beach Haven to be one remembered for the fishing not for discomfort and misery. |
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| Trip Info | Destination | Days | Departs | Returns | Adult Fare | Child 12 & Under | Status |
| 1/2 Day Fluke Morning | Bay
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Mon & Tues | 8AM | 12PM | $40.00 | $20.00 | Ended |
| 1/2 Day Fluke | Ocean | Wed – Sun | 8AM | 12:30PM | $40.00 | $20.00 | Ended |
| 1/2 Day Fluke Afternoon | Bay
*No Seasickness* |
Mon-Fri | 1PM | 4PM | $30.00 | $20.00 | Ended |
Welcome to the Miss Beach Haven, Long Beach Island Party Boat with fishing trips for the whole family! Located South of Barnegat in Beach Haven. Our Charter Fishing Trips target Summer Flounder / Fluke – Seabass – Bluefish – Blackfish and much more! See our schedule for our latest fishing trips and open head boat fares. The Miss Beach Haven is equipped with the finest electronics available to ensure both the safety of its passengers and crew as well as a productive day of fishing. For more information, please visit our about us section. U.S.C.G. Certified for 100 passengers and crew.On board you will find a spacious cabin with plenty of seating room and a complete snackbar with treats for all.
For general inquires, charter information, group reservations or to check on sea conditions and the status of an upcoming trip, Call us at 609-978-9951 or email us at missbeachhaven@comcast.net
Ocean City
MISS OCEAN CITY
Ocean City New Jersey Fishing & Cruising Fleet
228 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 WE ARE LOCATED AT 228 BAY AVENUE RIGHT NEXT TO MCGLADES RESTAURANT
For Directions, Click Here > For More About Our Location, Click Here >
Contact Or Call Us Directly For Booking Private Charters
Phone: (609) 391-6446 or Email: capthartley@gmail.com
The 70ft Miss Ocean City is a 110 passenger vessel inspected by the UCCG. The vessel has twin Detroit Diesel engine for maximum speed and comfort for more fishing time. The vessel has men and woman bathrooms. The vessel has a upper and lower deck for 360 degree of viewing pleasure. We have full gallery with beverages and snack.The boat has state of the art Electronic and fishing finding equipment and safety equipment for passengers safety.
BACK BAY FAMILY FISHING
Enjoy wildlife sightings and fishing for flounder, sharks, sea bass & skates. A great trip for the entire family to enjoy!
8:30 am & 12:30 pm / 3 Hour Trip – $35.00 Adults – $20.00 Kids
DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP – HALF DAY
Enjoy a trip out in the Atlantic Ocean focusing on Blackfish, Bluefish, Flounder, Fluke, Ling, Porgies, Seabass, Striped Bass & Weak Fish.
Time: TBD / 4 Hour Trip – $55.00 Adults – $35.00 Kids
DEEP SEA FISHING TRIP – FULL DAY
Enjoy an 8 hour trip in the Atlantic Ocean focusing on Blackfish, Bluefish, Flounder, Fluke, Ling, Porgies, Seabass, Striped Bass & Weak Fish.
Time: TBD / 8 Hour Trip – $78.00 Adults – $58.00 Kids
CAPT. ROBBINS
Information about the Capt. Robbins coming soon!
Atlantic City
Highroller
Atlantic City’s only back bay fishing boat.We fish 2 trips daily 8-12 and 1-5 in the calm bay and inlet behind Atlantic City. Flounder fishing for the 2017 season is 3 fish at 18 inches until September 5, 2017. Don’t forget to visit us on Facebook or contact us at 609-348-FISH (3474)
Catching Fluke,Striper,Weakfish,Blues and more…
- Two trips daily 8am to 12pm & 1pm to 5pm.
- Plenty of free parking.
- Free instructions from our courteous crew.
- Live & cut bait furnished.
- Fish cleaning service.
- Clean restroom.
- Rod rentals available.
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Seniors $25 Ages 65+
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Call for pricing of Private Charters
6/14-
Attention all anglers our online booking is up and running !Good luck and God bless you all ! To book there is a book now option on this page as well as our on website.
www.fareharbor.com/highrollerfishing
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Cape May’s Closest Party Boat to the Ocean
SEA BASS
Starting MAY 15, 2018
Sailing Daily at 8 AM
Don’t miss your chance to see why Capt. Paul and his new boat are the talk of Cape May County! The Porgy IV is the closest Cape May party boat to the ocean, offering 8-hour deep-sea and Delaware Bay fishing excursions.
Captain Paul Thompson, owner and operator of the Porgy IV, and his crew welcome you aboard the Porgy IV, the largest party boat in Cape May! Experience a fishing trip adventure with fun, laughter, friendships and a lot of fishing action.
No reservations are required.
Directions to the Marina
At the end of the Garden State Parkway, proceed over the bridge, then take the first left after The Lobster House sign. We’re located in the marina on the left, first boat on the left.
Eight-hour deep-sea and Delaware Bay fishing excursions. Join us for some serious fishing, a day of relaxation or an adventure of a lifetime. Largest party boat in Cape May. Fish in comfort on this 77-foot vessel. Take a break or have your lunch inside the deckhouse, comfortable and spacious, with dinette seating. The Porgy IV has it all. Courteous and professional crew. Separate male/female heads. Soft drinks, water and snacks — bring your own lunch. Fish cleaning services available. Rod and reel rental available. USCG approved for 120 passengers coastwide, 60 for offshore. Visa and MasterCard accepted. No reservations required. Free parking at the marina. Click our name above to visit our Web site for more info and directions. Capt. Paul Thompson.
609-884-1214
Fishing Report for the week of May 7 – 13, 2018.
John Frasca of Dennisville, NJ., and Dave McLoughlin of Courtlandt Manor, NY., took Pools aboard the SEA STAR III Prime Time Drumfish Trips this week. These Drum tipped the scales at 21lb and 56lbs respectively. WOW! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
SEA STAR III
Welcome Aboard the 65′ SEA STAR III
6 Hour fishing trips sailing daily at 9 A.M
Come Join our experienced crew for a trip you’ll never forget!!!
Nobody does it better : – The only 6 Hr. boat in Cape May , – FREE PARKING
– FREE Bait- FREE Fishing Instructions – Professional Fish Cleaning Available
– Rods & Reels for Rent – Clean Restrooms ( separate Ladies Accommodations )
– Ice Cold Drinks and Snacks Available – Tackle Available
– Forget Something? Don’t worry, We Probably Have That Too!!!
Super Clean, Affordable, and FUN for the Whole Family !
Imagine yourself out on the ocean, reeling in the big monster from the sea. It’s easy to picture in your mind, but make it a reality with a 6 hour trip aboard the 65-foot Sea Star III fishing charter in Cape May, New Jersey. It’s an experience like no other.
Our fishing trips feature free bait, free fishing instructions, and the knowledge from some of the best fishing experts. Located on the Southern tip of New Jersey on the Atlantic Ocean, we will take you on picturesque fishing trip you won’t soon forget.
Providing you with high quality bait and instruction, we ensure you will catch a better, bigger, quality fish – just take a look at our photos. Whether you have been thinking about scheduling fishing charter for a while, or you are a seasoned veteran at it, we welcome you to come aboard our 65-foot boat for the experience of a life time.
This week on the SEA STAR III the evening Drumfish bite really heated up! Last night was our best trip of the season so far with large Drum, and plenty of them! Remember to reserve your seats ASAP, as the word gets out, sell outs are expected! Day time Drumfishing has not been good so we are anxiously awaiting Tuesday May 15th to target Sea Bass and leave the Drumfishing to the evenings. The SEA STAR III will sail DAILY at 9am for Sea Bass and we are currently taking reservations for the Prime Time Drumfish Trips(4pm – 10pm) Available dates are on our Special Trips page. As always, I will again leave you with some more photos of the week’s action. Thanks for checking in…..
6 Hour Fishing in Cape May, NJ.
SEA STAR III * 2018 *
FISHING REPORTS
Get to the SEA STAR III and this could be YOU!
Hope to see you soon.
Capt. Chuck
and the
SEA STAR III
Crew
Get to the SEA STAR III and this could be YOU!
Hope to see you soon.
Capt. Chuck
and the
SEA STAR III
Crew
A busy week on the SEA STAR III. Reef fishing was producing some Sea Bass, Keepers and shorts, as you would expect. We made an attempt at Fluke on opening day over in the Bay and had a couple of Fluke and a couple of Weakfish for our efforts but slow fishing overall. I suspect we will bounce back and forth between targeting Fluke and Sea Bass to be determined by weather and water temperature. It is still early in the season and we don’t know what to expect just yet. The Drumfish bite is still strong despite a couple of “Off Nights”. The SEA STAR III has open seats available for all remaining Drum trips, so Call to make your reservations TODAY! Don’t miss out, Only a couple of more weeks for the Prime Time Drumfish trips and we’ll say Good Bye to the Drumfish for another year! Anyhow, I will again leave you with more photos from this week’s action. I hope you enjoy viewing this report almost as much as we did making it!
Thanks for checking in….
KEYPORT
Brown’S Point Marina 357 West Front St
Keyport, New Jersey 07735
Keyport, New Jersey 07735
(917) 439-6448
Hope everyone had a great New Year and enjoyed the holidays. I’ll be spending a good part of this winter getting the Vitamin Sea and all the other associated equipment and gear ready for spring Striped Bass.
Raritan Bay spring Striped Bass has been very good the last several years and I see no reason why spring 2019 should be any different. We will begin our season in early April.
The Vitamin Sea is certainly not the biggest or fastest boat on the bay. What we are though is honest, hard working and dedicated to giving you the best possible day on the water. Our reputation has been built on that premise and our customers have come to rely on us as the boat that shoots straight whether its a good or bad report.
We are a very kid and family friendly boat. There’s nothing like watching kids catch fish and families enjoying a day on the water. New comers to fishing are very welcome. We will teach you! This season we had more “Personal Bests” than any other season. Great memories for sure.
We are presently booking full charters for spring bass and summer fluke. Weekend dates are the first to go so if it’s a weekend you want AM or PM book early. Our open boat schedule will be posted on a weekly basis once the season begins.
If you haven’t fished with us yet give us a try this season. There’s nothing like a good “Dose of Vitamin Sea”.
Im always available if you have any questions so feel free to give me a call 917-439-6448.
Best Regards
Capt Frank
NJ Saltwater Bait & Tackle Shops
NEW JERSEY BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
Monmouth County
Arjay Sportsmen Shop: 54-1 Street Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Atlantic Highlands Bait Tackle & Boats: 2 Simon Lake Drive, Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Brielle Bait & Tackle Shop: 800 Ashley Avenue, Brielle, NJ
Capt Bills Bait And Tackle: Highway No South And South C # 35, Neptune, NJ
Capt Bills Bait And Tackle: 302 South Concourse, Neptune, NJ
Casino Fishing Pier: 359 First Ave., Manasquan, NJ
Crabbys Bait And Tackle: 229 West Front Street, Keyport, NJ
Fishermans Den: 900 Marina Avenue, Belmar, NJ
Giglios Bait & Tackle Shop: 1123 Ocean Avenue, Rumson, NJ
Jims Bait & Tackle: 381 Brielle Road, Manasquan, NJ
Jims Bait And Tackle: 50 Atlantic Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
Julians Sport Shop: 990 State Route 36, Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Keyport Marine Basin: 340 W. Front Street, Keyport, NJ
Macs Bait & Tackle: 1301 Highway 35 South, Neptune, NJ
M.V. Tackle: Hwy. 35 & 420 Euclid Ave., Brielle, NJ
The Reel Seat, Inc.: 608 Green Avenue, Brielle, NJ
Scotts Bait & Tackle Inc: 812 1/2 Main Street, Bradley Beach, NJ
Sports Authority #803: 310 St. Hwy. 36 #602, West Long Branch, NJ
Sports Authority #832: 3434 Hwy. 35, Hazlet, NJ
Sportsmans Shop: State Highway No 35, Neptune, NJ
Stevens Bait & Tackle: 63 Brighton Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
T & A Tackle & Bait: 263 State Route 36 East, Middletown, NJ
Tackle Box(Hazlet): 1134 Hwy. 36, Hazlet, NJ
Ocean County
Alexs Bait And Tackle: 9 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Bait N Tackle Shop: State Highway No 35, Normandy Beach, NJ
Berlin Fishing: 17 Clementon Rd., Berlin, NJ
Better Bait & Ice Shop: 777 Fischer Boulevard, Toms River, NJ
Betty & Nicks Bait & Tackle: 807 Southwest Central Avenue, Seaside Park, NJ
Boaters World(Toms River): #24 Rt. 37 E., Toms River, NJ
Bob Kislins Outdoor Sport: State Highway No East # 37, Toms River, NJ
Bogans Kevin Bait & Tackle: 400 Broadway, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Bogeys Captains Choice: 1106 Ruby Drive, Toms River, NJ
Brackman Bait & Tackle: 110 Magee Avenue, Lavallette, NJ
Bruce & Pats Bait & Tackle: 317 Long Beach Blvd., Surf City, NJ
Brunswick Sports & Hardware: 1177 Brunswick Ave., Trenton, NJ
Casino Fishing Pier(Seaside He: Sherman Ave. & Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJ
Chadwick Bait & Tackle: State Highway No 35, Lavallette, NJ
Clarkes Marine: 227 E. Main Street Rt. 9, Tuckerton, NJ
Eastern Bait & Tackle: 507 U South Highway No 9, Bayville, NJ
Fishbuzz Bait And Tackle: 1208 Fischer Blvd., Toms River, NJ
Fishermans Hq(Shipbottom): 280 W. 9Th Street, Shipbottom, NJ
Fishermans Supply Co.: 212 Channel Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Gates Bait & Tackle: 5 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Great Bay Marina Inc.: 45 Montana Drive, Little Egg Harbor To, NJ
Grizzs Forked River B & T: 232 Route 9, Forked River, NJ
Harrys Army & Navy Store: 691 Route 130, Robbinsville, NJ
Jackson Sporting Goods: 271 South New Prospect Road, Jackson, NJ
Jersey Coast Bait-N-Tackle: 561 Mantoloking Road, Brick, NJ
Jingles Bait & Tackle: 1412 Bay Ave., North Beach Haven, NJ
Atlantic County
Absecon Bay Sportsman Center: 81 Natalie Terrace, Absecon, NJ
Brennan Marine Supply: 640 Bay Avenue, Somers Point,, NJ
Brigantine Bait And Tackle: 601 Bayshore Ave., Brigantine, NJ
Campbell Marine, Inc.(Somers P: 20 Kappella Ave., Somers Point, NJ
Chestnut Neck Boat: 758 Old New York Rd., Port Republic, NJ
Gifford Marine: 124 Margate Blvd., Northfield, NJ
North Point Marina: 1225 E. Shore Dr., Brigantine, NJ
Seaview Bait And Tackle: Seaview Harbor Marina, Longport, NJ
Ship Shop: 118 N. Dorset Ave., Ventnor, NJ
Cape May County
Avalon Hodge Podge Inc.: 2389 Ocean Drive, Avalon, NJ
Blackwater Sports Center: 2228 N. Delsea Dr., Vineland, NJ
Fin-Atics Marine: 1325 West Ave., Ocean City, NJ
Fishin Stuff – Bruce Cochrane, Inc.: 621 Bay Ave., Ocean City, NJ
Gibsons Tackle: 4200 Park Road, Sea Isle City, NJ
Hands Bait & Tackle: 1263 Lafayette Street, Cape May, NJ
Harbor View Marina: 954 Ocean Dr., Cape May, NJ
Hinch Marina: 989 Ocean Dr., Cape May, NJ
Island Bait And Tackle: 6200 New Jersey Ave., Wildwood Crest, NJ
Jims Bait & Tackle: 1208 Rt. 109, Cape May, NJ
Jims Bait & Tackle(Erma): 4057 Bayshore Road, Erma, NJ
Just Sports Inc.: 21 W. Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House, NJ
Mars Marine Inc.: 501 Ocean Drive, North Wildwood, NJ
Morans Dockside: 14 Ocean Drive, Avalon, NJ
Rosemans Marine: 8128 3Rd Avenue, Stone Harbor, NJ
Sterling Harbor Biat And Tackle: 1020 W. Rio Grande Ave., Wildwood, NJ
Sterling Harbor Biat And Tackle: 1020 W. Rio Grande Ave., Wildwood, NJ
T.D. & Associates: 900 Pleasure Ave., Ocean City, NJ
Kevin Bogans Bait & Tackle: 400 Broadway, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Reel-Life Bait & Tackle: 2621Bridge Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ
Rivers Edge Marina: 223 E. Lacey Rd., Forked River, NJ
Scotts B & T(Tuckerton): 945 Radio Road, Tuckerton, NJ
Sheltered Cove Marina: 910 S. Green St., Tuckerton, NJ
Sports Authority #804: 3360 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ
Sports Authority #826: 1 Brick Plaza, Brick, NJ
Tips Hardware, Inc.: 218 Main Street, West Creek, NJ
Tonys Bait & Tackle: 1347 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ
Trigger & Reel: 60 Arctic Pkwy., Ewing, NJ
Ten Pound Fluke Club Scroll of Honor
NYC, Long Island, CT & NJ Area Fishing Report- May 13th
Raritan Bay and the New York Bight have come to life with keeper striped bass, blitzing bluefish and even some decent sized black drum. Manasquan/Point Pleasant inlet has seen some mighty bluefish pushes with fish up to 17 pounds wrassled in. Crabbers have reported early action in South Jersey hotspots.
Schoolie stripers, with a few keepers mixed in, have begun their migration up the coast and should improve into late May. NY Fluke and porgy seasons have both started strong. Whale sightings at Sandy Hook.
Sea Bass season opens in NJ May 15th Let’s hope the warming trend continues. Tight lines!
NOAA Depth Chart for NY Harbor and Raritan Bay
FOR OUR PARTY BOAT UPDATE- CLICK HERE
Water Temperature and Nautical Weather Forecast
Water temperature are near bottom with 55.9 degrees at the Sandy Hook station and The Battery currently 56.5
Nautical Weather Forecast for NY and NJ from the National Weather Service
ANZ300-130530- 1231 PM EDT Sun May 12 2019 .Synopsis for the Long Island Waters and New York Harbor… A series of lows will track south of the region today through Tuesday. High pressure briefly follows for Wednesday before a series of frontal systems impact the area Thursday and Friday. $$
ANZ338-130530- New York Harbor- 1231 PM EDT Sun May 12 2019 SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING THIS AFTERNOON E winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. Waves around 2 ft. Periods of rain. Vsby 1 to 3 nm. TONIGHT NE winds 15 to 20 kt. Gusts up to 25 kt early. Waves 2 to 3 ft. Light rain and drizzle likely. MON NE winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. Waves 2 to 3 ft. Rain. Vsby 1 to 3 nm. MON NIGHT NE winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt, becoming N 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Waves 2 to 3 ft. Showers. TUE N winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 2 to 3 ft. Chance of showers. TUE NIGHT NW winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 2 to 3 ft in the evening, then 1 ft or less. Chance of showers in the evening. WED NW winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. WED NIGHT W winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. THU SW winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers. THU NIGHT SW winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming NW after midnight. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of showers in the evening. $$
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Flounder (winter flounder, not summer flounder which I will always call fluke) start to show up on the flats in Jamaica Bay and across the channel in Raritan Bay when water temps start getting in the 40’s, with 48-52 considered optimal. When the water heats up past 50 degrees, hungry spring striped bass search the beaches and channels for baitfish. Then the bunker show up as they are chased down and devoured by packs of voracious bluefish.
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Fishing on the island of Manhattan and around the New York City area is unlike any fishing experience you will ever have. Friends and acquaintances always find it surprising to here that there are fish in our waters. They say fish have no business in these waters, but the facts are indisputable. Cleaner water has brought the fish back from the bad old days of the 70’s and 80’s.
The ever evolving and improving 32-mile Manhattan Waterfront Greenway Trail features 23 miles of waterfront pathways for bikers, joggers and fishermen. There are many upgraded access points throughout the waterfront of our five boroughs and amenities vary from place to place. After years of neglect, then haphazard commercial exploitation, city residents now have been gifted priority access to our wonderful waterways with new paths and parks, and many new places that feature useful fishing stations.
Track the early spring action with On The Water and their Fishing Forecast, updated each Thursday!
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There are plenty of place around NYC to wet a line. These four spots will give you a leg up on the competition:
Manhattan
1.HUDSON RIVER- BATTERY PARK TO CHRISTOPHER St PIER
Early in the spring, there is a great abundance of fish in the Hudson, which use this waterway as home or nursery. Over 100 species of fish swim in its waters-from shad and striped bass to eels, anchovies, perch, blue crab, sturgeon, large and smallmouth bass, sunfish and trout. No license is required in the main-stem Hudson, but one is necessary on its tributaries. Fishing from shore is popular and usually successful. However, knowledge of a local area and the tides in the river are helpful. Battery Park is a great spot for early season stripers.
Wow. This is a great example of one of the astounding public spaces created during New York’s waterfront revival. Miles of public water access has been created in an area that was a symbol of the neglect of the preceding era. The refurbished piers provide a variety of fishing opportunities for all skill levels.
This is a heaven to kids who are urban anglers. Hudson River Park Trust’s fishing program features catch-and-release fishing in Tribeca (Pier 25), Greenwich Village (Pier 45 ), and Chelsea (Pier 66A). This program is fun for all ages and is appropriate for kids as young as five. They provide all of the necessary supplies, including rod, reel and bait, as well as formal instruction for all participants. The program begins with a brief introduction into Hudson River ecology and water quality, followed by an overview of the many species of fish that live in the River and the Hudson River Park Estuarine Sanctuary. Call for details. Class trips welcomed!
Educators please take note- Great Class Trip! “Fish in the Hudson River? You bet! More than 200 species of fish are found in the Hudson River and its tributaries. Go Fish! introduces students to life under the Hudson River through activities such as catch and release fishing, fish anatomy, touch tank fun and a striped bass life cycle game.”
Phone and Fax: Main Office Phone: 212-791-2530 Fax: 917-661-8777
Maintenance and Operations, Permits and Public Programs, Park Enforcement:
Phone: 212-627-2020, Fax: 212-627-9224
LOCATION: Sea walls behind Battery Gardens. Fish the Battery behind the World Financial Center. The North And South Coves, in the south cove there’s a pier and north of the pier is a marina. Around the north end up to Christopher St Pier.
AVAILABLE FACILITIES: Some of the best public facilities down at Battery Park next to Battery gardens. Refreshment, new facilities, clean bathrooms at Christopher Street Pier.
BEST TIME AND TIDE: An hour either side of high tide. Lots of old piers and hidden debris. Bring plenty of rigs. Great spring and fall striper spot. Great Blackfishing along the pilings in November. No giant fish, but good action.
SIGHTS- World Financial Center, Ellis Island, Statue of Liberty, Staten Island Ferry and New York Harbor.
FISH: Spring- Striped bass, Flounder Summer- Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter-Nada
RATING: >)))>>)))> >)))> 3 OF 4
MANHATTAN BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
Pacific Aquarium
46 Delancey Street
New York, NY 10002
Telephone: 212.995.5895 | Fax 212.995.8041
Open 7 Days & All Holidays10:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Capitol Fishing Tackle Company
Long-running fishing shop offering fresh- & saltwater rods, reels, lures & hooks.
132 W 36th St, New York, NY 10018
(212) 929-6132
Manhattan
2. Urban Fishing Spots- Riverside Park South Pier 1
LOCATION: HUDSON RIVER- Riverside Park South
In early spring, millions of striped bass migrate from the Atlantic Ocean up the Hudson River to spawn. The large schools attract crowds of fishermen to the shores of Manhattan. On weekend afternoons, dozens of urban anglers fish along the rail at the edge of the Hudson, hoping to pull a striper out of the water onto the pavement.
Fisherman at Riverside Park on the Hudson River,
Riverside Park South is the largest new green space along the west side of Manhattan . These seven acres of parkland are the first of 27.5, which will be developed between 72nd and 59th streets. A promontory, esplanade, and winding walkway welcome visitors who wish to enjoy nature and experience the river.
https://videopress.com/embed/CbiuuxJ7?hd=0&autoPlay=0&permalink=0&loop=0Pier I, a 715-foot recreational pier, is built atop the remains of the original wooden shipping pier. Visitors to the pier are surrounded by the river almost completely, experiencing a view of Manhattan and New Jersey once reserved for sailors. It is a good spot for stripers.
“Pier I and most of Riverside Park South were originally part of the abandoned Penn Central railyard between 59th and 72nd Streets. Reconstructed to its original length of 795 feet, the pier has been narrowed considerably and is now only about 55 feet at its widest part where it once was wide enough to fit four parallel railroad tracks. Most piers are built perpendicular to the shore, but Pier I, along with its old neighbors Piers B, D, E, F and G as well as the nearby gantry, were built at a 55-degree angle to the shore to facilitate the transfer of rail cars from their tracks to a waiting barge. Only pilings remain of Piers B, D, E, F and G, but the ninety-five year old gantry remains standing today.
Although Pier I is no longer used for its original industrial purpose, it does continue to serve the community well. Park users can now fish off the pier, or just sit and enjoy the river views.”
Courtesy of Riverside Park Conservancy
AVAILABLE FACILITIES: Restrooms – O’Neals’ West 79th Street Boat Basin Cafe Restroom
FISH: Spring– Striped bass, Flounder Summer– Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter-Nada
PERMIT: None.
BEST TIME AND TIDE: An hour either side of high tide. Lots of old piers and hidden debris. Bring plenty of rigs.
RATING: 3 OF 4
Manhattan
3, Urban Fishing Spots- John V. Lindsay East River Park
LOCATION: EAST RIVER- WILLIAMSBURG BRIDGE- Walkway along the East River
On a bend of the East River on Manhattan’s Lower East Side is a park named after this waterway and recently co-named after a former mayor. In contrast to Riverside Park with its Olmstedian layout, complex topography, and access, the 57.5-acre East River Park has only seven entrances along its 1.3-miles of waterfront, with the FDR Drive separating it from the Lower East Side neighborhood. It is a product of Robert Moses, who sought to balance the highway with a park and give this crowded corner of Manhattan much-needed green space.
Lower East Side Ecology Center
East River at Grand Street
Manhattan, New York 10002
Enter East River Park at Delancey and the FDR Drive
Join us for summer fishing and hanging out on the East River with the Ecology Center. Bait and tackle will be provided (or bring your own) as well as basic fishing instruction. Tickets get you drinks, snacks, and an exclusive look into the Ecology Center’s Environmental Learning Center.
In the 1990s extensive renovations took place throughout the park and included the opening of the 10th Street comfort station and the Brian Watkins Tennis Center. The most recent upgrades to East River Park include handicapped accessibility for the Fireboat House and renovations to four of the park’s ball fields. The seawall, renovated for the first time since its completion in the 1930s, offers views of the East River, where the sea-faring city first took root. Additional upgrades include the park’s synthetic turf soccer field and basketball court.
East River Park is a vital link on the East River Esplanade, a series of connected parks and pedestrian paths that form part of a nearly uninterrupted greenway around the shoreline of Manhattan. The Esplanade’s expansion includes the transformation of Pier 42 to the south of East River Park from an unused shipping terminal into a recreational facility. East River Park continues its role as one of the largest waterfront parks in Manhattan, offering a variety of active and passive recreational purposes.
AVAILABLE Bathrooms:
| Name | Location | Open Year-Round | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|
| East River Park (10th Street) | Northern extreme of park | Yes | |
| East River Park (Tennis Courts) | East River Park at Broome Street | Yes | |
| East River Park (Track Building) | East 6 Street & FDR Drive | Yes |
FISH: Spring– Striped bass, Flounder Summer– Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter- Stripers near the Con Ed plant outflow (I would not recommend eating these guys!).
DIRECTIONS: Take any uptown or downtown subway (#4, #5, #6, N, R, Q, W) to Astor Place (East 8th Street) and walk/run down East 6th Street all the way to the FDR Drive. Cross via the pedestrian bridge. Alternately, the #8 bus will bring you to East 10th Street and Avenue D, where you can cross the East 10th Street pedestrian bridge over the FDR
PERMIT: None
BEST TIME AND TIDE: An hour either side of high-tide is best. The water moves fast during changing tides, so bring plenty of rigs. Look for tidal rips and fish around them.
RATING: >)))> >)))> OF 4
4. BAY RIDGE- American Veterans Memorial Pier, 69th. STREET TO GRAVESEND BAY
This walkway along the Narrows is loaded is year round fishing opportunities. The American Veterans Memorial Pier at 69th St is located south of Owl’s Head Park, is one of Bay Ridge’s best spots to drop a salty line in the early spring. The area recently welcomed its first Eco Dock, a $1.1 million storm-resilient dock, which is used for commuter ferries, educational programming and recreational boating opportunities.
A good fishing seawall runs for about three miles along the harbor next to the Belt Parkway and around past Ft Hamilton and Gravesend bay. There are access points all along the way- Parking Areas are along the Eastbound Belt. Pwky. (Rt. 27) near the VZ Bridge, and near Bay 8th. Street; Park on Shore Road near 69th. Street to access the pier; Park on Shore Road near 80th Street, then walk the foot bridge over to access that area. There is also access at Shore Road at 104th st under the VZ Bridge. The pier is a good spot for stripers and there are flats by Fort Hamilton high school where you can find winter flounder on sunny days.
LOCATION: It begins at Bay Parkway and Ends at the ’69th. Street Pier’ The Verrazano Narrows Bridge is its nearest Landmark. The Bay Ridge neighborhood that was the setting for “Saturday Night Fever” still has plenty of great restaurants and bars.
AVAILABLE FACILITIES: Port-A-San toilets are located near these fishing areas and they ain’t pretty.
FISH: Spring- Striped bass, Flounder Summer- Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter-Nada
PERMIT: None
BEST TIME AND TIDE: One hour either side of high tide.
RATING: >)))> >)))>>)))> 3 OF 4
5. FLOYD BENNETT FIELD/JAMAICA BAY WILDLIFE REFUGE VISITOR CENTER
The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, a unit of Gateway National Recreation Area, is one of the most important urban wildlife refuges in the United States. Encompassing 9,155 acres, it is comprised of diverse habitats, including salt marsh, upland field and woods, several fresh and brackish water ponds and an open expanse of bay and islands- all located within the limits of New York City. The Wildlife refuge is nationally and internationally renowned as a prime birding spot where thousands of water, land and shorebirds stop during migration. More than 325 species have been recorded here during the last 25 years.
Trails, benches, blinds and gardens make it quite human-friendly. A Visitor Center provides maps, guides, trail brochures, and a display room. Park Rangers give interpretive talks and lead nature walks on a year-round basis.
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Constructed on the site of Barren Island and additional landfill, Floyd Bennett Field was New York City’s first municipal airport. The airport is located in the southern part of Brooklyn between Flatbush Avenue and Jamaica Bay, and was completed in 1930 ( a smaller airfield, Barren Island Airport, had been there since the mid-1920s) and dedicated by Mayor Jimmy Walker.
Open All Year 8:30 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Educators please take note- Great Class Trip.
PHONE -(718) 338-3799
LOCATION: Floyd Bennett Field is on Flatbush Avenue South Brooklyn, New York
AVAILABLE FACILITIES: Port-A-San toilets are located near these fishing areas and they are for the strong of stomach.
FISH: Spring- Striped bass, Flounder Summer- Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter-Nada
PERMIT: Gateway Parking Permit or Gateway Four-wheel Drive Permit. During the first half of the season the last day to obtain a permit is April 17th. Those without permits can car-pool with permit holders.
BEST TIME AND TIDE:
RATING: >)))>>)))> >)))> 3 OF 4
BROOKLYN BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
Bernies Bait & Tackle
3035 Emmons Ave
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 646-7600
Longstanding shop providing fresh & frozen bait, rods, reels & tackle for decades.
Stella Maris Fishing Station
2702 Emmons Ave
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 646-9754
Joe Verde Is A 4th. Generation Manager Of STELLA MARIS. The Name “STELLA MARIS” Is An Italian word Meaning “Star Of The Sea!.” Small, humble retailer selling brand-name fishing rods & reels, along with live bait & ice.
Fishing-supply center stocking bait & tackle plus rods, reels & equipment from popular brands. Full Service B&T. Old Reels,Unique Assortment Of Floats From Around The World. Sells artificial freshater baits. No Freshwater License Sales. Closest b&t to Gantry State Park Pier in Hunters Point/Long Island City, Queens. “Mowimy Po Polsku” (Which Means They Speak Polish).
Fifth Avenue Bait and Tackle
6716 5th ave
Brooklyn, New York 11220
(718) 748-1911
6AM- 7PM
Hey All! We now have FRESH bunker, worms, clams and crabs!
Stripped Bass season starts this Sunday, April 15th!
Blackfish season ends April 30th!
Our new hours are 7am-7pm, everyday! (Unless there is horrible weather!)
Happy Fishing
Fifth Avenue Near 67th. Street, Bay Ridge. While The Store May Be A Bit Small And Cramped, It Is Indeed A Full Service B&T. Custom Rod Building, Reel Repair. No Freshwater License Sales. Closest B&T To The “69th. Street Pier”, And “Prospect Park” For Your Freshwater Anglers.
STATEN ISLAND
No matter how many times you’ve been on the ferry, the 5.2-mile sail from Whitehall Terminal to St. George Terminal will take your breath away. The ferry offers unbeatable vistas of lower Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge, downtown and southern Brooklyn, The Narrows, and Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty — world-class attractions, all. The ferry makes 104 trips daily and claims an on-time performance rate of 96%.
Local anglers say that Raritan Bay has some of the best fishing in the Northeast, superior to anything found in New Jersey or Long Island, except for Montauk. The reason is that baitfish swim into the bay and stay for two or three months, the bigger fish follow. In early spring you get stripers early and pockets of winter flounder pushing into the shallows of Raritan Bay.
This park is home to a beautiful swimming beach with a new bathhouse and snack bar. Also located here are nature trails, great fishing, a marina, a public boat launch, paths for walking and jogging, and playing fields. Great Kills Park is part of Gateway National Recreation Area, National Park Service. Free Parking is available. Permit gets you closer to The Point.
Open All Year 9 a.m. — 4:30 p.m., Friday –Monday Closures – The ranger station is closed on Thanksgiving, December 25 and January 1. Special Programs – Some ranger-led programs start at the station. Call for details.
PHONE – (718) 987-6790
LOCATION – Great Kills Park, Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, New York
AVAILABLE FACILITIES – Restrooms are available at the beach houses. Port-A-San toilets are located near these fishing areas.
FISH: Spring- Striped bass, Flounder Summer- Fluke, Bluefish Fall- Blackfish, Striped Bass and Bluefish Winter-Nada
PERMIT: Gateway Fishing Permit. Those without permits can car pool with a permit holder to the park.
DIRECTIONS: Verezanno Bridge, exit right to Hylan Blvd., make left approx 4 miles, entrance on right. From SI ferry, S78 bus to park.
BEST TIME AND TIDE: The last two hours of the outgoing and the first two hours of the incoming tides are best. The area’s bottom consists of packed mud and sand. There are sharp drop offs near the channel. Walk two feet into the water and the drop can be up to eight feet. Back bay to 30 feet.
RATING: >)))> >)))> >)))> >)))> 4 OF 4
STATEN ISLAND BAIT & TACKLE SHOPS
E-Z Catch Saltwater Traps Bait & Tackle
We:
- Manufacture and supply quality traps and cages
- Are an authorized MTH electric train seller and servicer
- Provide a full line of fresh and saltwater tackle
- Sell live, fresh & frozen bait
In addition, we are the premier manufacturer & supplier of saltwater traps. We cater to both wholesale and commercial customers. We provide custom sales and service for building fish, lobster or any trap to your specifications. We are distributors of PVC coated and galvanized Riverdale wire.
5 Tysen St, Staten Island NY 10301
Shop Hours (Spring & Summer 2018)
Monday (Closed)
Tuesday: 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Thursday: 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Friday: 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Saturday: 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Sunday: 9:00AM – 4:00PM
Email: e-zcatch@verizon.net
Tel: (718) 727-7373
Michael’s Bait & Tackle Shop
187 Mansion Ave, Staten Island, NY 10308
Phone: (718) 984-9733
Midland Bait & Tackle
837 Father Capodanno Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 980-1981
Great Kills Bait and Tackle
4044 Hylan Blvd.,
Staten Island, NY 10308
(718) 356-0055
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Nautical Weather Forecast for NY and NJ
TONIGHT THROUGH SUNDA
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Nautical Weather Forecast for NY and NJ
ANZ300-270615-
1255 PM EST Tue Feb 26 2019
.Synopsis for the Long Island Waters and New York Harbor…
Canadian high pressure builds in from the Great Lakes through
Wednesday. A coastal low tracks south then southeast of Long
Island Wednesday night. High pressure builds into the area
Thursday and Thursday night, then slowly retreats to the northeast
through Friday night. A complex storm system then affects the
area Saturday.
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ANZ338-270615-
New York Harbor-
1255 PM EST Tue Feb 26 2019
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING
THIS AFTERNOON
NW winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt.
Waves around 2 ft.
TONIGHT
N winds 10 to 15 kt. Gusts up to 25 kt this evening.
Waves 1 to 2 ft.
WED
NE winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming SE in the afternoon. Waves
1 ft or less.
WED NIGHT
E winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of
snow. Vsby 1 to 3 nm.
THU
NE winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less.
THU NIGHT
NE winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less.
FRI
NE winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less.
FRI NIGHT
NE winds 5 to 10 kt. Waves 1 ft or less. Chance of
rain after midnight.
SAT
E winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming SE in the afternoon. Waves
1 ft or less. Chance of rain.
SAT NIGHT
SW winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming W after midnight.
Waves 1 to 2 ft. Chance of rain in the evening.
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BROOKLYN/SHEEPSHEAD BAY PARTY BOATS
CURRENTLY FISHING!
COD & MACKEREL FISHING 7AM to 3:30PM WEEKENDS
CAPT’S LADY Pier 7
For 1/2 Day FLUKE Fishing &
Private Fishing Charters
Private Fishing Charters
Ryan 917.650.3212 Tony 917.560.8224
UPDATED REPORTS
Mackerel and Cod Weekends
Out last couple of weekend trips have seen mostly Mackerel coming up. There has been a nice body of Mackerel pretty close to home with whales feeding on them right next to the boat ! We will see if they are still around tomorrow before looking for some Cod. Sailing Saturday 1/26 and Sunday 1/27 at 7am to 3:30 pm.
Group discounts and Private Charters available. Please Call : (917)-650-3312 or (917)-560-8224
Book any trip online WWW.MJ2FISHING.C
OCEAN EAGLE V
CURRENTLY FISHING!
Call for schedule
Full Day, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., Pier 5
The Ocean Eagle V is family owned and operated. Our clean and comfortable 80′ vessel is fully equipped with all navigation and USCG safety equipment. The Ocean Eagle V sails every day, anchoring or drifting over reefs, wrecks, and those special spots that Captain Greg has found over his 30 years of fishing New York area waters. Join Captain Greg and his crew aboard the Ocean Eagle V for an 8-hour full day fishing trip for sea bass, triggerfish, porgy, fluke, cod, ling and black fish! Captain Greg has been called, “one of the best tautog fishermen” in the New York area. He is licensed and certified, and his experience is as good as it gets. Take a trip with Greg and his brothers Glenn and Jeff and let them show you how to become a “sharpshooter” for blackfish.
Hot, homemade galley food served daily! Let Captain Greg hook you up over a wreck or reef and put you right on the fish! Plenty of room, no over-crowding, and a full day schedule makes the Ocean Eagle V the perfect choice for fishing in New York.
(718) 981-9750 Captain Gregg spares no expense in trying to find the fish. Great crew, fine galley and usually good fishing. This boat is one of my favorites.
917-669-2985, hope to see you on the boat!
BRONX/CITY ISLAND PARTY BOATS
Island Current
CURRENTLY FISHING!
Flashback Friday
Here’s a blast from the past of Capt. Chris some 20 years ago…
Weekend weather looks great for Winter Codfishing out of Snug Harbor, RI sailing at 5 am.
Book tickets online at islandcurrent.com
551 City Island Ave
Bronx, NY 10464
Phone: (917) 417-7557
Email: info@IslandCurrent.com, Mon – Fri: 8am – 5pm, Saturday: 9am – 12pm
Sunday: By Appointment Striper season starts April 15th
Book online at islandcurrent.com or call/text Capt. Chris at 917.417.7557
SEE YOU IN APRIL!!!
BULLET FLEET
Full Day, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Evening 5-9 p.m., Pier 1
Night trips produce.
(718) 491-9702
Call Captain Mike for schedule.
Pier 4, Phone: (917) 444-0135
Email: R6Fishing@gmail.com
Stay tuned for schedule. TBD
BROOKLYN VI
Pier6, 917-331-2671 or 718-743-8464. SAILING EVERYDAY 7AM BLUES AND BASS,
UPDATED REPORTS
01/17/2019
JANUARY 17 REPORT LAST 2 DAYS WE WERE OUT WE DID ALOT OF SEARCHING AND RIDEING… THE AREA WERE WE HAD FISH LAST WEEKEND THE WATER GOT COLD AND FISH MOVED ON.. WE WERE OVER 40 MILES FROM THE DOCK AT POINTS ON BOTH TRIPS AND CAME UP EMPTY I SPOKE WITH A FEW OF THE BIG COMMERCIAL MACKEREL BOATS AS WELL AND THEY FIND NOTHING AS WELL WITH THAT BEING SAID WE WILL NO LONGER BE MACKEREL FISHING IT WAS A GOOD START AND LOOKED TO BE A GOOD YEAR BUTNWAS VERY SHORT LIVED KEEP EYE OUT FOR UPDATES ONCE AGAIN WE ARE NOT SAILING AT THIS TIME CAPT MIKE
01/16/2019
WEATHER UPDATE TOMORROW JANUARY 17 LOOKS GOOD WE WILL BE SAILING 7AM MACKEREL
01/13/2019
GOOD MACKEREL FISHING TODAY!!!! ALL LARGE AND JUMBO SIZED COME ON DOWN SAILING EVERYDAY 7AM-4PM NEW YORK FASTEST AND LARGEST Check Facebook for pics
CAPTAIN DAVE
CURRENTLY FISHING!
Cod
Sunday, February 3rd 2019 @ 9am – 5pm Sunday, February 3rd 2019
@ 9am – 5pm
@ 9am – 5pm
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(718) 491-9702
CAPTAIN DAVE
CURRENTLY FISHING!
Cod
Sunday, February 3rd 2019 @ 9am – 5pm Sunday, February 3rd 2019
@ 9am – 5pm
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(718) 491-9702
SEA QUEEN VI
See ya next seasonPlease check our current schedule page before you purchase tickets.
8AM – 12Noon, 1PM – 5:30PM, 7PM -12:00 Midnight, Pier 5,
Welcome Experienced Fishermen and Novice alike. Come on down and join us aboard the Sea Queen VII, Sheepshead Bay’s original and most experienced 1/2 day boat! Captain Steve and the crew of the Sea Queen VII Welcomes Curious would-be fishermen and women on our vessel for Half-Day and Nightly excursions.
The Sea Queen VII is a large, clean vessel with a family atmosphere and an extra-large heated cabin with a full service galley. Our crew is extremely helpful, knowledgeable and will always share their expertise with you. No License, No Worries, We have all the N.Y.S Fishing licenses you need. Free of charge
We thank you for you continued patronage.
Lady Flamingo
SEE YOU IN APRIL!
We sail daily for Striped Bass and Bluefish at 6:30am until around 2pm
Call us at 718-763-8745
The Boat Address is- 3 Plumb 3rd Street
Brooklyn, NY 11235
The Lady Flamingo is New York’s premier sport fishing, cruising and event hosting yacht. We are located at Knapp st and the Belt Parkway. We have private docking and plenty of free secure parking in our adjacent parking lot for all events. We have been satisfying the fishing and cruising public for over 60 years and 4 generations!
LADY FLAMINGO SAILING DAILY @6:30AM
UPDATED REPORTS
MANHATTAN
THE CAPITOL PRINCESS
Every day of winter is a day closer to spring, we can’t wait to be back out there‼️🙏🎣💪 Skyport Marina @ 23rd Street & FDR
2430 FDR Drive Service Road East, New York, NY, 10018
1-800-528-0853
info@capitolprincess.com
The Capitol Princess is an amazing boat that will live up to the snootiest of Manhattan standards. Clean facilities, pleasant staff, great food and a captain that knows where the fish are. Highly recommended. CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE
Capitol Princess NYC’s Premier Fishing and Charter Yacht We provide all rods, reels, bait, tackle, non-alcoholic beverages and Ice for your catch are provided at no extra charge! Our mates are the best! Slower fishing today than yesterday for sure, but we managed to pull off some real quality keepers!
We want to thank all the people that came out and shared their Father’s Day on the Capitol Princess, were happy to have you part of the family!
QUEENS PARTY BOATS
Last few days of “Special Pre Season” prices on 2019 season passes. Call now
9177474789
Half Day, 8 a.m. 1 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Phone 917 747 4789
Dock 158-35 Crossbay Blvd. Howard Beach NY
7/12- T
SPECIAL 3/4 day PORGYS tomorrow 8am till 2pm. Action packed plenty of room.
701 Minnieford Ave, Bronx, NY 10464
Phone: (718) 885-0236
Open Boat Day Fishing Trip from City Island
Bronx, NY
8am-4pm Daily! • $70 Adult, $45 Kids
The Riptide III, a 90 ft long and 24 ft wide vessel that comfortably rides up to 110 passengers. You’ll enjoy the spacious fishing deck, indoor cabin, and upper deck.
During this daytime fishing trip, you will have the opportunity to catch some of the fish below depending on the most recent bite:
• Porgies (May 1-October 30; Everyday except Thursday): Great action, easy to catch. Tons of fish.
• Fluke every Thursday: (May – Sept): Large, fun to catch and good eating.
• Blackfish (October 8- December 15): Feisty and fun to catch, blackfish are also great eating fish!
6/21-
Another great day of fishing on the riptide 3 come join us the rest of the week we have room everyday including the weekend
New Rochelle Party Boats
| Klondike IX Captain Pete Pearson
The Klondike is powered by three large diesel engines producing a 2450 combined horse power. It also has (2) 40,000 watt generators for electricity. The boat is fully heated and Air Conditioned and has a cruising speed of 20 knots. The Klondike IX is Coast Guard approved for up to 150 people and is inspected yearly.The bottom fishing fare is, $50.00 for adults, $30.00 for kids 15 years and under and $47.00 for Senior Citizens. The initial bait is included in the fare. Phone 914-738-4593 2018 Fishing Trips Begin Saturday May 19, 2018 Full Day Fares$65.00 for Adults $60.00 for Seniors $40.00 for Children under 15
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