The history of bass fishing in the United States can be traced back to the early 1800s, when technological advancement was peaking during the industrial revolution. It started with the construction and enhancement of fishing reels, and from there, the sport’s popularity skyrocketed. Wealthy merchants and anglers like Samuel Tisdale began unofficial, yet successful stocking […]
Month: May 2024
Volunteer for the Hudson River Striped Bass Cooperative Angler Program
Do you fish for striped bass in the Hudson River? Whether you catch-and-release or take home a keeper, you can be part of the Cooperative Angler Program. Share your fishing trip information and help biologists understand and manage our striped bass fishery. Here’s how it works: Fill out a logbook we provide or record your […]
The Father of New England Bass Fishing
Prior to 1850, both largemouth and smallmouth bass did not exist anywhere in New England, with exception of Lake Champlain. (Photo by Engbretson Underwater Photography) It is hard to imagine freshwater angling in New England without black bass, the generic classification of both large and smallmouth bass. They are favorites of many thousands of anglers […]
The History of Largemouth Bass in the Northeast
The largemouth bass is an anomaly. The majority of gamefish species that have become popular targets are (or were) highly valued for food, are renowned for their size and strength, and are notoriously difficult to land—or some combination of the three. When thinking about fishing here in the Northeast, it is easy to put most […]
NJ Fish & Wildlife Requests Public Input on Recreational Summer Flounder Regulations
The New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council is seeking public comment on the 2024 NJ Recreational Summer Flounder options included in the table below. There are 6 possible options to choose from. Status quo is not an option; it is the 2023 regulation and for reference purposes only. Written comments will be accepted through March 4, […]
2024 Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show
A longstanding boating tradition, the Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show® returns to the Atlantic City Convention Center. The 2024 Discover Boating Atlantic Boat Show® has a wide selection of boats, gear, an abundance of must-see attractions, and fun features for all ages. DOWNLOAD SHOW MAP BUY TICKETS & LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SHOW […]
Suzuki Unveils New Stealth Outboards
Suzuki Marine USA has unveiled its new Stealth Line™ of outboards for 2024, designed to provide boaters and anglers with a bold yet “stealthy” look that sets any boat apart from the crowd. The Stealth Line (“Shinobi” in Japanese) was introduced to boating enthusiasts, press, and the industry during today’s 2024 Miami International Boat Show, […]
Yamaha Develops Hydrogen Fuel Outboard
At the opening of the 2024 Miami International Boat Show, Yamaha unveiled the world’s first hydrogen-powered outboard for recreational boats along with a prototype fuel system integrated into a vessel that the company plans to further refine for testing later this year. The effort is part of Yamaha’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality: deploying multiple […]
Angling Artist: Ryan Keene
A 10-year-old Ryan Keene crawled out of his tent to find that his father had already started their breakfast on the riverbank. Aside from the sandwich bags of pancake mix and granola, oats, raisins, and peanuts—or as backcountry vets call it, GORP—the two didn’t eat if they did not catch their food or find it […]
The Invasive Blue Catfish of Chesapeake Bay
Huge, gnarly, voracious, and here to stay. Blue catfish aren’t sexy, but as an apex predator in the Chesapeake Bay tributaries, they are attracting an increasing number of anglers throughout the region. And, why not? They’re brute fighters, excellent table fare, and invasive—so much so that not harvesting them should be illegal. But, perhaps the […]