Welcome to the World of Bluefish Fishing Hey there fishing fanatics! Are you ready to turn your summer into an unforgettable adventure? If so grab your fishing rods because we’re diving into the world of bluefish fishing right here in the stunning Cape Cod waters. There’s something about the thrill of casting a line into […]

Spring is Here: Time for Striped Bass Fishing! Hey there fishing enthusiasts! As the frost starts to melt and the days get a bit longer you know what that means—striped bass fishing season is just around the corner! Picture this: warm sunshine streaming down the smell of the ocean breeze and the thrill of hauling […]

Welcome to Winter Adventures in Chatham Hey there fellow outdoor enthusiasts! With winter rolling around there’s something magical about the brisk air and the shimmering waters around Chatham Cape Cod. This isn’t just another chilly season; it’s the time when duck hunting comes alive! Imagine the scene: early mornings with a thin layer of frost […]

Getting Ready for Fall Fishing in Cape Cod Ah the crisp air of fall is just around the corner and you know what that means—it’s time to gear up for the bluefin tuna fishing season in Cape Cod! If you’re an angler you’re probably feeling that slight tingle of anticipation. The excitement is palpable and […]

I landed my first striper for 2026 today. I actually landed 2 fish tonight and had multiple hits to begin my new striper season. Both fish fell for a white Albie Snax one of my hottest lures last year.

Winter Wonderland: The Allure of Cape Cod for Duck Hunting Hey there fellow outdoor lovers! As we cruise into winter there’s something magical about Cape Cod’s frosty landscapes that makes it the perfect backdrop for duck hunting Cape Cod. With the temperature dropping and snow dusting the ground it’s hard not to feel a rush […]

Sunny Days and Fishing Adventures Await Picture this: it’s a sunny summer day in Cape Cod the ocean is sparkling and adventure awaits you and your family. You can almost hear the gentle lapping of the waves against your boat the laughter and excitement bubbling up like the foam on the surf. Now let’s take […]

Fall Bluefin Tuna Fishing: The Ultimate Adventure Awaits As the air around us turns crisp and the vibrant hues of autumn leaves start peppering our surroundings there’s a familiar sensation brewing for fishing enthusiasts: the thrill of fall tuna fishing! Picture this: you’re cruising out of Chatham Harbor waves slapping against the boat and your [...

Let’s Get Ready for Spring Striped Bass Fishing in Chatham MA! Hey there fishing fans! Ready to gear up for the exhilarating spring striped bass fishing season in Chatham MA? You’re in the right spot! In this guide we’re diving into how to prep for an awesome time on the water as those striped bass […]

It's coming roughly one month from now! It's coming.  In about one month from now we will begin to see the first of the migrating stripers along the south shore oceanfront of RI. I expect we will see the fish at about the same time as we've seen them in recent years.  Yes it's been a cold winter this year but I've seen cold winters and warm wint...

This yellow perch is about as big as they get.  My son Jon and I got out on the ice today.  We were just jigging and it was all yellow perch. I got this big one on a small Kastmaster tipped with a plastic maggot.  We continue to see the thickest ice in a decade especially away from the coast. Looks like the ice fishing is going into March this ye...

Welcome to Striped Bass Season on Cape Cod! Hey there fellow fishing enthusiasts! Are you ready to dive into the thrill of striped bass fishing season on Cape Cod? As the waters start to warm up and the fish begin their migratory dance there’s a buzz of excitement in the air that’s hard to ignore. […]

Whale Watching Adventure Awaits! Alright let’s dive into this whale watching adventure! Picture this: the sun is shining the salt air is fresh and you’re cruising through the sparkling waters of Cape Cod. That’s right whale watching season is upon us and there’s no better way to experience the majesty of marine wildlife than with […]

Preparing for Your Winter Duck Hunt on Cape Cod Hey there fellow hunters! So you’ve decided to trade your cozy winter boots for a pair of waders and explore the stunning marshlands of Cape Cod. That’s awesome! But before you step into this winter wonderland let’s talk about how to gear up for some serious […]

Hey There Fellow Adventurers! As the warm summer sun starts to fade into autumn hues here in Cape Cod there’s something exciting in the air—yep you guessed it! It’s that magical time of year when the bluefin tuna are making their way toward our shores. If you’re as eager as I am about gearing up […]

My son Ben holds up the catch of the day as he jigged up this beautiful largemouth bass through the ice today.  It was a banner day as we jigged up 8 largemouths along with numerous perch sunfish and crappie. They were all caught on small gold Kastmasters tipped with either a plastic mealworm or a Gulp maggot. By the way- over 12 inches of ice th...

My next stop on my winter seminar trail is the Springfield Sportsmens show at the Big E in Springfield MA.  I will be there on Saturday Feb. 21.  This show is billed as the biggest pure outdoor show in the northeast. There are a lot of fishing related booths and exhibits for freshwater and saltwater fishing enthusiasts.  But there are also a lot...

I jigged up this nice crappie today in some bluebird weather.  This fish hit a small gold Kastmaster tipped with a Berkley Gulp Maggot. The weather is cold really cold but the ice fishing remains hot.  I've gotten out several times in the last week jigging several different ponds and I've gotten good numbers of fish.  It's been a lot of variety...

The weather was cold but it was hot fishing today while jigging. I had a chance to try out some  Varivas nylon line today and it worked out well as you can see from the photo! As many of you know I am a line tester for Varivas lines.  I've written a lot about their braided lines and fluorocarbon for saltwater applications. Now I'm back to ice fi...

As many of you know I did a review on my St. Croix Avid surf rod a while back on this blog. That rod was great and served me well. One day last fall I was using it along some rocky dropoffs when I hooked a decent size striper. I was on a high perch and when I got the fish rear the rocks I did something really stupid.  I attempted to lift the fish...

Spring is Here: Time for Striped Bass Fishing! Hey there fishing enthusiasts! As the frost starts to melt and the days get a bit longer you know what that means—striped bass fishing season is just around the corner! Picture this: warm sunshine streaming down the smell of the ocean breeze and the thrill of hauling […]

Getting Ready for Fall Fishing in Cape Cod Ah the crisp air of fall is just around the corner and you know what that means—it’s time to gear up for the bluefin tuna fishing season in Cape Cod! If you’re an angler you’re probably feeling that slight tingle of anticipation. The excitement is palpable and […]

Welcome to the World of Bluefish Fishing Hey there fishing fanatics! Are you ready to turn your summer into an unforgettable adventure? If so grab your fishing rods because we’re diving into the world of bluefish fishing right here in the stunning Cape Cod waters. There’s something about the thrill of casting a line into […]

Welcome to Winter Adventures in Chatham Hey there fellow outdoor enthusiasts! With winter rolling around there’s something magical about the brisk air and the shimmering waters around Chatham Cape Cod. This isn’t just another chilly season; it’s the time when duck hunting comes alive! Imagine the scene: early mornings with a thin layer of frost […]