July 20 2025

Bluefin Tuna Bonanza: A 30 Tuna Weekend with Chris & Micah Gonyer and Anthony Besaw

by Kevin Collins

The waters south of Martha's Vineyard have exploded with recreational bluefin tuna activity, and the fishing community is buzzing with positive reports. 10-year-old Micah Gonyer and his father Chris boated seven tuna in just a matter of hours! Chris then teamed up with longtime MFCC Member, Anthony Besaw to have an epic day landing 11 fish! This comprehensive guide breaks down the tactics, locations, and gear that have made this one of the most productive tuna bites in recent memory.

In this report Chris, Micah, and Anthony go into great detail about:

  • Recreational blue fin tuna reports from just south of Martha's Vineyard
  • Locating schools of tuna in open ocean: what to look for
  • Bait patterns: what the tuna are feeding on 
  • Differences targeting tuna on top water vs lower water columns
  • Productive tuna tactics for trolling
  • Tips on jigging for blue fin tuna
  • Striped bass from shore and in Vineyard Sound
  • Necessary gear for targeting recreational blue fin tuna

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About the author 

Kevin Collins

Kevin spent a decade with the New England Patriots and New England Revolution producing podcasts and other digital content. Currently he is the host and producer of the podcasts here on My Fishing Cape Cod. Kevin grew up on the beach in Plymouth, MA and has salt water running through his veins.


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