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Striped bass is a true trophy fish in NYC, often weighing over 50 pounds and putting up a fight when you reel one in. Depending on the time of year, you can fish for stripers in many of the waters around NYC, including both fresh and saltwater. Boat fishing can get you out to large […]

One of the best bottom feeding fish in New York City is the lingcod. Its long body, with a dorsal fin that spans the entire length, and rows of razor blade sharp teeth make it an interesting looking fish while its firm and flaky flesh is ideal for eating. When you have a chance to

When you are traveling to New York and need things to do in NYC, there is no shortage of sightseeing, museums, theaters, and restaurants to keep you busy on your trip. But New York is also known for its incredible fishing, and a saltwater fishing trip around New York Harbor, the New Jersey coast, Rockaway

Between the saltwater and freshwater bodies of water around NYC, local anglers and visiting fishermen have lots of options when choosing what type of fish they want to hook. Ling, also known as red hake, is one option for bottom fishing around New York City that makes for a great day of fishing and a

As temperatures drop in NYC during the winter, many fish species head south for the season. This can lead to a decrease in your fishing options until spring returns, but there are still options. You can plan an ice fishing trip in freshwater, or take a boat fishing trip into Jamaica Bay, Rockaway Beach, and

As temperatures drop in NYC during the winter, many fish species head south for the season. This can lead to a decrease in your fishing options until spring returns, but there are still options. You can plan an ice fishing trip in freshwater, or take a boat fishing trip into Jamaica Bay, Rockaway Beach, and

Bottom fishing involves dropping your lure to the ocean floor or the bottom of another body of water. With this method, you will catch the fish that dwell in the rocks and other structures beneath the water. It is a relatively simple yet effective way to fish in NYC that can catch you a variety

Colder weather is coming in NYC, but the fishing season is ongoing. Blackfish is a favorite. This fish, also known as tautog, has a mild flavor and firm texture that holds up well. It is also easy to prepare and cook if you are new to fresh fish. While there are many ways to cook

When you want to maximize the number of fish you are hooking, choosing the right time of day for your trip can have a significant impact on how fish are biting. The general answer is in the two hours after sunrise and the two hours before sunset, but these are only guidelines. In reality, the

One of the best parts of fishing the Atlantic is that, no matter when you go, you have the chance of catching something new. Right now, on the Marilyn Jean, we’ve been catching Striped Bass at night and Blackfish during the day. And when we say “catching,” we mean it. Check out the size of some of these bad