What's up surf rats! Surf City Steve here with your mid December beach report. I know, I know, it's cold out there and the striped bass season is closed, but before you pack away your surf rods for the winter, let me tell you what's still happening along our beaches from Jones Beach all the way...
Ahoy anglers! Captain Tony here with your mid December NYC Harbor fishing update. Now I know what you're thinking: "Tony, it's December, the striped bass season is closed, what's there to fish for?" Well my friends, let me tell you that winter fishing in the Harbor is a different kind of...
Hey everyone, South Shore Sam here with your mid December bay and inlet update. The striped bass season officially closed on December 15th, but don't put those rods away just yet. There's still plenty of action to be had in the bays, inlets, and nearshore waters if you're willing to brave the...
Well folks, winter has officially arrived on the Sound, and while the striped bass season closed on December 15th, there's still some action to be had if you know where to look. The blackfish season is winding down with the closure coming up on December 22nd, so if you want to get in on the tog...
Fellow Anglers,
The offshore scene is in full late-season mode. While the tuna have largely moved on, the wreck fishing for jumbo sea bass and cod is providing excellent action for those willing to brave the cold. Here is a detailed breakdown of the current conditions, following our...
What's up, surf rats! Steve here with your weekly dose of what's happening along the suds. The water is cold, the air is colder, but the fish are still out there for those willing to put in the time.
The Surf Scene
The striper season is officially a wrap, but there are still some schoolies...
Alright everyone, it's your old friend Captain Tony with the latest from the Harbor. It's getting cold out there, but that doesn't mean the fishing has stopped. You just have to know where to look.
The Harbor and The Rivers
The big news is the holdover striped bass bite in the rivers. This is...
Hey everyone, it's your local South Shore angler, Sam, here with the latest scoop on what's happening from Fire Island to Shinnecock. The seasons are changing, and so is the fishing, but there are still plenty of opportunities to get out there and enjoy the water.
The Ocean Bite
The striped...
Well folks, it's getting to that time of year. The air is frigid, the water is cold, and the striper and blackfish seasons have officially closed as of yesterday, December 15th. It was a great season, but now it's time to switch gears. For those still looking to get a line wet, the squid are in...
Around the World in 80 Casts: Global Aquatic Wildlife Discoveries
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Introduction
The world beneath the waves is a realm of endless mystery and wonder. Every week, scientists and explorers uncover new forms of life, witness incredible behaviors, and expand our understanding of...
**Bottom Line Up Front:** With the general category bluefin season now closed, the offshore scene has shifted its focus to the outstanding bottom fishing. Jumbo sea bass are the main event, with excellent catches being reported from the Hudson Canyon all the way to the Montauk offshore grounds...
**Overall Conditions:** The sand is cold, and the bite is even colder. The surf has been inconsistent at best, with long stretches of quiet punctuated by brief flurries of action. The water is clear and cold, and the bait is scarce. This is the time of year when only the most dedicated and hardy...
**Overall Conditions:** The harbor is quiet, but don't let that fool you. The fish are still here, you just have to know where to look. The water is cold, so the bite is subtle, but for the persistent angler, there are still rewards to be had.
**Striped Bass:** The holdover striped bass are the...
**Overall Conditions:** The South Shore is still holding a surprising amount of life for this late in the season. The water is cold, but the fish are still active in the bays and inlets, especially on the warmer, sunny days. The key is to be patient and methodical in your approach.
**Striped...
**Overall Conditions:** The Sound is settling into its winter pattern, but there's still plenty of life for the dedicated angler. Water temperatures are dropping, and the fish are concentrating in predictable areas. The key is to find the bait and the warmer water pockets.
**Striped Bass:** The...
Around the World in 80 Casts: Global Aquatic Wildlife Discoveries
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Introduction
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🧭 **Captain Jack's Complete Offshore Report - December 9, 2024**
**Bottom Line Up Front:** The late-season offshore scene is a game of precision and opportunity. A significant temperature break is holding the last of the pelagic species in the major canyons, but a powerful cold front arriving...
**Bottom Line Up Front:** The surf has gone quiet as the last of the migratory striped bass have moved south. The beaches are now the domain of the die-hard angler, but for those willing to make the trip, the offshore party boats are still finding plenty of action. It's a different scene on the...
**Bottom Line Up Front:** The concrete jungle is still producing fish for those who know where to look. With the striper season closed, the urban angler's attention turns to the arrival of herring and the consistent bottom fishing on the local party boats. It's a different kind of fishing in...
**Bottom Line Up Front:** The South Shore is in full winter mode, but there's still plenty of action for anglers willing to bundle up. With striped bass season closed, the focus has shifted to blackfish before the season closes on December 22nd, and the surprisingly good white perch bite in the...
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