The Fisherman

Whether you’re a passionate fisherman, a casual weekend angler, or just starting out, our mission is to offer you top-notch fishing insights. Welcome to The Fisherman Magazine, your go-to source for fishing information in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic areas. We cover various fishing styles, including inshore, offshore, surf, freshwater, and fly fishing. With three regional editions—New England, Long Island, and Metro New York, New Jersey & Delaware Bay—we release 12 beautifully designed print issues each year. Our distinct mix of articles features the people, locations, visuals, techniques, events, news, gear, and of course, the amazing fish found in these regions, providing readers with a wealth of relevant information. Much of the content from our print magazine is also available online, offering additional resources for our audience.

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Soft Plastic Stripers: The Topwater Dance

3 days ago | thefisherman.com | Jamie Golden |Jeff Sullivan |Tony DUrso |Matt Broderick

Fishing plastics on top can add a new level of realism to your topwater game. I had to pinch myself, looking eastward along the mostly deserted beach. The late morning sun glistened off the brilliant white curl, not much of a wave, but a long rolling arc topping impossibly clear water. So clear, and warmer than usual, that the scene could easily be mistaken for a Caribbean turquoise coastline. But the reality, while beautiful in its own right, was a South County, Rhode Island backdrop.
Long Island Video Fishing Forecast - April 17, 2025

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Matt Broderick |Jenni Ackerman

VIDEOStriper fishermen, the season you’ve been waiting for is here once again! And right on schedule the stripers are moving right in.in the west and moving east with the best reports coming from Raritan, Jamaica and the western North Shore harbors. Remember, the regulations this year are 1 fish per person from 28 to 31 inches. The season will also run until December 15th. On the tog, fishing is improving a lot for boats fishing the South Shore reefs and wrecks.
Big Money Prizes Planned For Bi-State Shad Fishing Contest April 24-17

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Jim Hutchinson |Dave Anderson

The 14th annual Bi-State Shad Fishing Contest will run from April 24-17 with thousands of dollars in cash and prizes being awarded, with payouts to 10 places for the overall biggest shad and payouts to the top four fish for each day of the contest, plus bonus prizes.
International Game Fish Association Introduces New Junior Line And Tippet Class World Records

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Dave Anderson |Jim Hutchinson

The International Game Fish Association (IGFA), the global authority on world records for all game fish species, is excited to announce the launch of new Junior Line Class and Junior Tippet Class World Record categories, giving anglers aged 16 and under even more opportunities to be recognized for their achievements on the water.
RI Stocks 60,000 Trout In Over 100 Waterbodies

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Dave Anderson |Jim Hutchinson

Opening Day of trout season has just passed, on April 12, but the 60,000 fish stocked by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) in more than 100 freshwater locations, will provide great fishing all spring long. Some of these locations have been designated as ‘children only’ providing an enhanced fishing opportunity for youngsters across the Ocean State.
Upcoming Electronic Vessel Trip Reporting (EVTR) Training Sessions

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Matt Broderick |Jim Hutchinson

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County (CCE) has been funded by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) to provide education and outreach to New York’s for-hire fishing fleet as they transition to mandatory electronic reporting as of January 2025.
Meet New Boating Regulations With ABC

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Matt Broderick |Jim Hutchinson

The United States Power Squadrons will present “America’s Boating Course” (ABC), beginning at 8:30am on Saturday 3 May 2025 at Port of Egypt Marine in Southold. ABC is approved by NY State and is the finest course available for boaters to comply with the NY state boater education law*, as it provides essential information for new boaters or a great brush up for experienced boaters. The course is also approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and the U.S. Coast Guard.
Striped Bass Fishing Season Is Here

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Matt Broderick |Jim Hutchinson

As waters warm, one of New York’s most beloved fish – the striped bass – is returning to our waters. Stripers are a favorite among New York anglers for their large size and impressive strength. Plus, the striped bass is New York’s o-fish-ally recognized state saltwater fish! You can have success striper fishing whether you’re in a boat, on the bank, or with a fly rod in your hand.
Surf: Backwater Striper Picks

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Jeff Sullivan |Tony DUrso |Matt Broderick |Tony Salerno

A short list of back bay striper baits that you might not have in your bag!When I think of spring, I think of one thing: back bay stripers. Let’s be honest, we all love seeing topwaters getting blasted from below, but the spring is special, because we can do it on a light surf stick, but to maximize your catch, you need to cover the column. Here are some of my favorite lures for backwater stripers.
Product Spotlight: Seaguar JDM Grand Max Leader

1 week ago | thefisherman.com | Matt Broderick |Dave Anderson

seaguar.comIf you’re the type of angler who’s serious about quality gear, the Seaguar JDM Grand Max Fluorocarbon Leader is something you’ll want to have in your tackle box. Known for its superior performance and durability, this leader is designed for those who refuse to settle for anything less than the best. One of the first things you’ll notice about the Grand Max is how tough it is.