Cape Cod Wind Safety

In this video I will show you what areas of the Cape are safe to fish in a boat under various wind and weather conditions. We will also discuss lightning and fog, and how I make decisions based on the weather.

After you watch the video, I highly encourage you to download this safe boating checklist. This safe boating checklist was created by my friend captain Bob Hovey, who is highly experienced in survival and maritime rescues.

About the author

Ryan Collins

Ryan Collins founded My Fishing Cape Cod to share his lifelong passion for the region's exceptional fisheries. Growing up on Cape Cod's beaches and fishing since kindergarten, Ryan transformed his love for the sport into one of New England's most trusted fishing media platforms and membership communities. Based in Bourne, Massachusetts, he produces educational content that helps thousands of anglers experience Cape Cod's world-class fishing while promoting sustainable practices and marine conservation. For Ryan, being on the water remains the ultimate reward—catching fish is simply a bonus.

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