Fishing Reports

Think Spring March Fishing Forecast • Rons Recipe: "Porgy Paella" • Connetquot River State Park Update

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Think Spring March Fishing Forecast • Rons Recipe: "Porgy Paella" • Connetquot River State Park Update

Brackish water has seen action with white perch and "holdover" striped bass. it’s been Pretty impressive that there have been reports of bass to 28".  Most fish have been caught on small bucktails and nightcrawlers, while targeting white perch.  No matter what the regulations are for stripers, in NY state they can be targeted in the closed season, but must be released.

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'2024 Winter Fishing Update • Live Shiners Now In Stock • A little nostalgia From The 1980's photo archives • Recipe: Seafood Gumbo

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'2024 Winter Fishing Update • Live Shiners Now In Stock • A little nostalgia From The 1980's photo archives • Recipe: Seafood Gumbo
On the Freshwater side of things you have a few more options. You can try your luck at Connetquot River State Park  for fly fishing. Patchogue locals are reporting consistent catches of Rainbow and Brook trout using bead headed Nymphs and Wolly Buggers. Also on the warmer days they are still doing some dry fly fishing.

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Looking At Long Islands Freshwater Fishing For Winter-'2024

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Looking At Long Islands Freshwater Fishing For Winter-'2024
Long Island, New York, is not only known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant city life, but also for its abundant fishing opportunities. With numerous lakes and ponds scattered throughout the island, anglers of all skill levels can enjoy a day of fishing in serene and picturesque settings. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner looking to cast your first line, Long Island's lakes and ponds offer a diverse range of fish species and a chance to reconnect with nature.

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January '2024 Fishing Forecast • Winter Fishing Opportunities • Baked Cod Recipe • Knots To Know

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January '2024 Fishing Forecast • Winter Fishing Opportunities  • Baked Cod Recipe • Knots To Know

Yellow Perch can be another fun freshwater species to target in these "Slow" months. A simple float rig with a piece of a nightcrawler is all thats needed to have a good shot at them. Many of the Perch get quite fat this time of the year so be ready for a nice fight on a lighter pole.

Herring - many anglers have traded in the surf gear to catch some herring. The Herring bite can be productive up on the north shores of long island . sabiki rigs are the ideal tackel used to fish for herring

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December Fishing Forecast 🎁 J&J Sports-Holiday Gift Cards Available 🎁 Trout Fishing Update 🎁 Think Ice Fishing

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December Fishing Forecast  🎁  J&J Sports-Holiday Gift Cards Available 🎁 Trout Fishing Update 🎁 Think Ice Fishing

A nice spark of action lit up the south shore beaches this whole week. Countless schoolie Striped Bass could be found on all the beaches from east to west. Daytime as well as night time had similar

Blackfish have been keeping many busy who have decided to hit the wrecks and Artificial Reefs. ..............A nice spark of action lit up the south shore beaches this whole week. Countless schoolie Striped Bass could be found on all the beaches from east to west.

With gift giving season soon to be upon us, we have some suggestions for the angler in your family.  🎁   

 

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