June 30th Fishing Report
Great success was reported this week by those who searched far off shore for deep holes and big fish. Joe Aria of the “Never Too Easy”, caught 12 keeper Cod using the Rubber Chicken lure complimented with the Esca multi-blink. The Esca is proving to be universally successful no matter what species you target. The ... Read more »
Federal Registry Required for MA Saltwater-Recreational Anglers as of January 1, 2010
In 2010, all Massachusetts Recreational Anglers, 16 years or older, must register with the National Marine Fisheries Service for a permit. This can be done online at: http://www.countmyfish.noaa.gov or by calling 888-674-7411. There is no federal fee for registering. In 2011 and beyond, all anglers will be required to apply for a recreational fishing permit ... Read more »
Commercial Landing of Certain Shark Species prohibited until further notice
The National Marine Fisheries Service will not open the 2010 fishery for Small Coastal Sharks (SCS) until further notice. SCS species include: Atlantic Sharpnose, Finetooth, Blacknose, and Bonnethead sharks. They are rarely found in Massachusetts waters and are found primarily in waters off the southern U.S., especially in the winter. This action is taken to ... Read more »
Perseverance pays off in a big way…46lbs of big!
I went fishing yesterday with my friend Mike, who boats up in Newburyport. He belongs to the Freedom Boat club so he reserved the 25ft Bluefin for a day of fishing. Mike invited one of his clients to go out with us in hopes of showing him a thing or two about fishing the Merrimack River. We ... Read more »
2nd Year Wedding Anniversary gift was much better than cotton for this angler…
I have been told many times I am an anomaly. And for the most part, I have to agree with pride. I like unique styles of jewelry, cake frosting from a can vs. home-made, and a special date going out with my husband would be fishing. So as our 2nd year wedding anniversary approached, my ... Read more »
