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Hopeful Forecast, New Regs for 2015

What will this new year bring to Long Island’s coastal fishing front? No one can predict for sure, but with … Mar 29th, 2015

OCEAN STATE BLUE CRAB

Starting with the first full moon in May, adult blue crabs start crawling out of their winter mud holes to … Mar 29th, 2015

Out of Exile

It had been blowing, NE 15 to 20, sustained but not crazy, for over 24 hours when the captain called … Mar 1st, 2015

Publisher’s Note

In this issue, our master of the Fish-geist, Zach Harvey, shares a personal story on his experience with Wounded Warriors … Mar 1st, 2015

Chasing Sailfish Off of Stuart

The blizzard that locked down the Northeast in February was to thank for this excellent adventure. We had been scheduled … Mar 1st, 2015

ASMFC RUBBER-STAMPS GALAXY OF STRIPER MANAGEMENT OPTIONS

If you heard 1@28” and marveled at the simplicity, know this: The other shoe has fallen… Late last fall, we … Mar 1st, 2015

LOOKING AHEAD TO A NEW FISHING SEASON

There’s nothing like a fresh start and the arrival of a fresh new fishing season affords an opportunity to review … Mar 1st, 2015

Sea to Table: Surf with a Little Turf

Behold the cod. Known by a variety of monikers including “baccala,” “Mr. Whiskers,” and the “Winter King,” this species is … Mar 1st, 2015

Dream Catching: The Finer Points of Fishing Afar

You will frequently find “Bucket List” features in this modest regional section of your local Coastal Angler. Typically, these destination-angling pieces look at one specific port or a combination of place and timing—a specific fishery, that is, whether it’s spring cod on Stellwagen Bank (north of Cape Cod), the jig-and-pop, run-and-gun bluefin tuna fishery east or southeast of Chatham, fall surfcasting at Montauk, summer bass at Block Island.Feb 1st, 2015

Destination Florida: Set Your Hooks on the Paradise Coast

Heading south for a little rest, relaxation and fishing? This tourist haven has everything you’ll need. Battling codfish on a windy ocean or hauling perch through the ice with featherweight outfits and miniscule jigs can be a lot of fun, but nothing beats back winter’s chill like a soul-warming journey south. While there isn’t anything wrong with making the best out of what Mother Nature has to offer here on Long Island during the frigid season, you just can’t beat the heat – especially if you head to a fish laden oasis like Florida’s Paradise Coast.Feb 1st, 2015