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Greetings Compleat Anglers! The word this week on conditions in the northeast is that, if you can, it's time to get out there and start targeting bonito and blues in the salt. Yes, there are still plenty of schoolie stripers being caught, and yes, trout anglers are finding some (if crowded) success, but the real fun has been with our toothy saltwater friends. For many of you that may mean hopping in the car or working some fishing into that beach vacation, but it will be worth it. Without further ado, here's the word from South to North...

Northeast Fishing Report: 8/9/19

August 09, 2019

Though we're still a few weeks away from the transition to fall fishing, we've had some solid options this week especially for saltwater anglers. Bigger blues and some Bonito are starting to show in earnest, a sign of things t to come. While most trout rivers remain low and hot, we've had a few recent slugs of rain which should inject a little fresh energy into the equation. If you're thinking of hitting the water this weekend or upcoming week, read on for the latest word, from south to north...

Northeast Fishing Report: 8/2/19

August 01, 2019 1 Comment

Well considering that it's now august, the fishing has been fairly decent. Not great, of course, because it is pretty darned hot out there after all, but given the conditions we’ve been surprised at how well some folks are doing. Yes you’ll need to be more selective in where you fish and when - early mornings, later in the evenings - all part of the drill for this time of year. But for folks who are targeting wisely, there is definitely some action around. Okay, without further ado, here’s the roundup, from south to north...

Northeast Fishing Report: 7/26/19

July 26, 2019

Well there are still some good fishing opportunities despite being in the dog days of summer. Recent rain has freshened up trout rivers in a few areas and saltwater fishing is still strong in Montauk, and has been surprisingly good in a few other areas as well. Read on to get the latest details from south to north...