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    Salty Sal's Complete Long Island Sound Report - December 30, 2025

    Well folks, Salty Sal here with your final report of the 2025 season. It's been a wild ride, but as they say, all good things must come to an end. The striped bass season officially closed on December 15th, and with the blackfish season wrapping up on the 22nd, we're looking at a quiet end to...
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    Surf City Steve's Complete Ocean Beach Report - December 26, 2025

    The Surf in Winter: When the Beach Goes Silent The surf fishing season on Long Island is officially over. The striped bass season closed on December 15th, water temperatures have dropped into the low 40s, and the winter storm rolling through this weekend is bringing snow, northeast winds...
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    Captain Jack's Offshore Report and Analysis - December 26, 2025

    Bottom Line Up Front The offshore pelagic fishery is effectively closed for the season. Severe winter weather, cold water temperatures, and the absence of bait have shut down all canyon systems from Hudson to Montauk. A winter storm is currently impacting the region with northeast winds 15-20...
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    Salty Sal's Complete Long Island Sound Report - December 26, 2025

    The Sound in Deep Winter: A Season of Transition Well folks, we're officially in the dead zone. The striped bass and blackfish seasons closed on December 15th, and Mother Nature has made it abundantly clear that she's in charge now. Water temperatures have dropped to the low 40s throughout the...
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    South Shore Sam's Complete Bay & Inlet Report - December 26, 2025

    Winter's Grip: When the Bays Go Quiet The bays and inlets have entered their deep winter sleep. With the striped bass and blackfish seasons officially closed as of December 15th, and water temperatures hovering in the low to mid 40s, the South Shore has transformed from the bustling fishing...
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    Captain Tony's Complete NYC Harbor Report - December 26, 2025

    The Harbor in Winter: A Firefighter's Perspective Listen, I've been fishing these waters for over 40 years, and if there's one thing I've learned, it's that December in the Harbor is a test of character. The striped bass season closed on December 15th, the blackfish are done, and the water...
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    Salty Sal's Complete Long Island Sound Report - December 26, 2025

    The Sound in Deep Winter: A Season of Transition Well folks, we're officially in the dead zone. The striped bass and blackfish seasons closed on December 15th, and Mother Nature has made it abundantly clear that she's in charge now. Water temperatures have dropped to the low 40s throughout the...
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    Around the World in 80 Casts - Week of December 24, 2025

    🎣 CATCH OF THE WEEK: World Record Canary Rockfish! Christmas came early for Mendocino fisherman Brendan Walsh, who hauled in a potential world record canary rockfish weighing a whopping 10.25 pounds! The average canary rockfish is only 2-5 pounds, making this catch truly exceptional. Walsh was...
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    Captain Jack's Offshore Report and Analysis - December 23, 2025

    ### 🧭 Hudson Canyon - December 23, 2025 **Bottom Line Up Front:** The Hudson Canyon is officially closed for business for any pelagic species. A strong gale warning is in effect, with seas building to 10 feet by Wednesday. Water temperatures have plummeted into the low 50s, pushing any...
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    Surf City Steve's Complete Ocean Beach Report - December 23, 2025

    The fall run of 2025 is one for the books, but all good things must come to an end. The last couple of weeks have seen the action on the ocean beaches slowly dwindle as the water temperatures drop and the migratory bass continue their journey south. The striper season officially closed on...
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    Captain Tony's Complete NYC Harbor Report - December 23, 2025

    The concrete jungle has gone quiet, but for those of us who know where to look, there's still a flicker of life in the currents of the East and Hudson Rivers. The striper season has closed, and the water temperatures have dropped, but that doesn't mean the fishing has completely stopped. It just...
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    South Shore Sam's Complete Bay & Inlet Report - December 23, 2025

    As the final days of 2025 wind down, the South Shore is settling into its winter slumber. The striper season officially closed on December 15th, and while some catch-and-release action continues, the main focus has shifted to the last of the blackfish and the surprisingly strong sea bass bite on...
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    Salty Sal's Complete Long Island Sound Report - December 23, 2025

    The air is frigid, the water is cold, and the striper and blackfish seasons have officially closed as of December 15th. It was a great run while it lasted, but now our attention turns to the winter holdovers and freshwater opportunities that keep us busy through the cold months. For those...
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    Around the World in 80 Casts: Global Aquatic Wildlife Discoveries

    Around the World in 80 Casts: Global Aquatic Wildlife Discoveries A weekly roundup of the most fascinating, bizarre, and groundbreaking discoveries from the world's oceans, lakes, and rivers. Welcome, fellow aquatic enthusiasts, to another installment of "Around the World in 80 Casts." This...
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    Around the Nation: Record Breakers, Rare Beauties, and Bizarre Beasts

    Around the Nation: Record Breakers, Rare Beauties, and Bizarre Beasts From the chilly waters of the Pacific Northwest to the warm currents of the Gulf Coast, the past week has been full of extraordinary aquatic encounters. Anglers and beachgoers across the United States have come face to face...
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    Captain Jack's Complete Offshore Report - December 19, 2024

    Executive Summary The offshore pelagic fishery has transitioned into its winter phase, with the primary action shifting from tuna to structure oriented bottom species. While the bluefin tuna season remains open, the majority of pelagic activity has moved south into New Jersey and Maryland...
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    Surf City Steve's Complete Ocean Beach Report - December 19, 2024

    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...
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    Captain Tony's Complete NYC Harbor Report - December 19, 2024

    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...
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    South Shore Sam's Complete Bay & Inlet Report - December 19, 2024

    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...
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    Salty Sal's Complete Long Island Sound Report - December 19, 2024

    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...

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