January 18, 2025

I know I keep it saying, but springtime will be here before we know it! And when spring does arrive, one early season fishery I am hoping materializes in 2025 is the nearshore haddock bite in Cape Cod Bay. Last year this bite never got going with any consistency, but in years past the fishing not

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Haddock Fishing during the Spring in Cape Cod Bay
January 13, 2025

The following is a detailed small craft checklist that was developed by captain Bob Hovey of Lousiana Bluewater Charter Company.  Bob created this checklist a number of years ago when he was living on Cape Cod and actively fishing these waters.  If you plan on boating off Cape Cod this season, then for safety’s sake it’d

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Cape Cod Boater’s Safety Checklist
January 8, 2025

I’m always surprised by the number of people who believe that the annual trout fishing season runs for only five or six months a year.  I’m often asked if I’m “anxious” to get back out on the water during the winter months. What these folks don’t realize is that there is no beginning or end to

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4 Techniques for Wintertime Trout Fishing on Cape Cod
January 6, 2025

Hello My Fishing Cape Cod! My name is Carson Schemenaur and I’m a diehard fisherman from Sandwich, MA. Recently I received a message from Ryan of MFCC asking if I would be interested in sharing my experience giant tuna fishing this past December on Stellwagen Bank. I’ve been following along with My Fishing Cape Cod for many

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Chasing December Giants
January 3, 2025

In the deep waters off Cape Cod, where the continental shelf gives way to dramatic underwater canyons, one of the ocean’s most impressive predators prowls the depths. The bigeye tuna, a powerful and elusive species, draws passionate anglers to venture far offshore in pursuit of these sought after fish. The following account begins with an exploration

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Bigeye Tuna Fishing at The Northeast Canyons
December 29, 2024

This December the surfcasting community lost a fishing legend, Janet Messineo of Martha’s Vineyard. Janet dedicated decades of her life to fishing the waters around Martha’s Vineyard and inspiring countless anglers along the way. She was a pioneering female angler in what has long been a male-dominated pursuit. Her passion for surfcasting has inspired countless others

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Summertime Surfcasting at Cuttyhunk Island: A Tribute to Janet Messineo
December 12, 2024

Registration for flounder trips will happen on Saturday February 22nd at 9am. so you don’t miss out! This spring I am extremely excited to be offering trips for My Fishing Cape Cod members to go fishing for winter flounder with none other than captain Mike Fowler of Bad Dog Sportfishing!Captain Mike is an authority on

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2025 Springtime Flounder Fishing Trips with Captain Mike Fowler
December 9, 2024

Kettle ponds are one of the great natural treasures of Cape Cod. With so many cold, clear, pristine habitats—all within a reasonable travel distance from each other—quality trout fishing possibilities are plentiful on the Cape. Among the lakes and ponds that receive seasonal stockings, there are but a select few that stand above the rest. Need proof? Just

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Top 4 Trout Fishing Destinations on Cape Cod
December 2, 2024

As we move into the winter season, I can’t help but reminisce about warm sunny days spent along the beaches of the Cape. Recently I’ve found myself daydreaming about the turquoise colors and clear water of the flats off Brewster. This lead me to an old post about a unique experience I had on an early

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Fishing Live Lady Crabs for Stripers at the Flats
November 27, 2024

This is a sponsored guest blog post from the crew at Noisy River Outdoors, maker of the Flip-Kat – a portable kayak that focuses on portability, stability, and storability. Cape Cod is known for its stunning beaches, rich history, and vibrant fishing culture. If you’re looking to explore the best fishing this iconic destination has

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A New Type of Watercraft for Cape Cod Fishing Adventures?
November 24, 2024

Last week I shared an old favorite tautog recipe called Parmesan Crusted Tautog.  Now I would imagine that many of you have plenty of tautog fillets in your freezer after this productive fall tautog season, so I figured what better time than now to share another blackfish favorite of mine!In this recipe, tautog is simmered and

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How To Make Mediterranean Roasted Tautog
November 19, 2024

November. For surfcasters on the outer beaches, this is usually the month that has us looking in the rearview mirror at our season in the pursuit of striped bass. Yes, a few schoolies—maybe some shad still lurking on the edge. The reality that the migration of bass is moving south starts setting in.However, this season

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“A November to Remember” – Late Fall Surfcasting on the Outer Cape