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Scup fishing might just be the most underrated fishery in saltwater angling. These scrappy little fighters offer great action, and once you dial in the ultra-light tackle artificial lure technique, you’ll find yourself hooked on this exciting style of fishing. Whether you’re wading the shallows or casting from a dock, scup provide that perfect blend …
The mid-July fishing scene around Cape Cod is firing on all cylinders, with both inshore and offshore opportunities providing anglers with diverse options for putting fish in the cooler. According to Amy Wrightson from Sports Port in Hyannis, Massachusetts, the recreational bluefin tuna bite has significantly picked up over the last week, while inshore species continue to provide consistent action for anglers of all skill levels.
...Sometimes the best fishing days start with the worst conditions. Here’s how we turned a foggy disaster into a stellar multi-species haul off Martha’s Vineyard. The Pre-Dawn GambleOn July 3rd at 5 AM sharp, myself, my dad – also an MFCC member – Yi-Bin Chen, and my uncle David Vanderklish were loading up our 2013 …
As we close out June 2025 and head into the peak summer fishing season, the waters around Cape Cod are showing promising signs of life despite challenging conditions. The recent heat wave that swept through the region brought both opportunities and obstacles for anglers targeting striped bass, bluefish, and other species throughout the Cape Cod Canal, Buzzards Bay, and Cape Cod Bay.
...The late June fishing scene around Falmouth and Vineyard Sound has been nothing short of spectacular. According to recent reports from Evan Eastman of Eastman’s Sport & Tackle, the combination of cool water temperatures and an abundance of squid has created ideal top water conditions.
...As Cape Cod officially enters summer following the 2025 solstice, local surfcasters are adapting their strategies to changing conditions and fish behavior. Ian McPartland of the Goose Hummock Shop in Orleans reveals key patterns that can make the difference between a frustrating outing and a memorable catch.
...As summer officially arrives on Cape Cod, anglers are gearing up for what promises to be an exceptional fishing season. Amy Wrightson of Sports Port in Hyannis, Massachusetts visits with us to provide reports on all of the diverse fishing opportunities off Cape Cod’s south side and Vineyard Sound.
...Every day, 22 veterans take their own lives in America. Behind this sobering statistic lies countless stories of struggle, but also hope—like the one unfolding through Fishing for the Mission 22, a nonprofit organization making a real difference in veterans’ lives.A Mission Born from Near TragedyI snapped this quick selfie with Harold Skelton, the founder …
As the calendar flips to June and the first hints of summer weather grace Cape Cod, local anglers are experiencing some of the most productive fishing conditions of the year. According to recent reports from Sam Mullen of the Goose Hummock, multiple species are firing on all cylinders across the region. From the productive depths of Cape Cod Bay to the challenging waters around the Nantucket Shoals, this early June period is delivering exceptional opportunity.
...Cape Cod’s waters are heating up for the summer fishing season, and the action is spectacular across multiple locations from Vineyard Sound to Buzzards Bay. Evan Eastman of Eastman Sport and Tackle shares intel on the hottest fishing spots and most effective lures for targeting striped bass, bluefish, and sea bass in the waters off Falmouth, Vineyard Sound, and Buzzards Bay.
...One of the best parts about living near the ocean is that during the season we almost always have fresh fish filets in the fridge. Here on Cape Cod and especially in Buzzard’s Bay and in the Sounds, scup and tautog are often two of the most common catches. This is why it’s been my mission …
The black sea bass season officially opened on May 17th, and despite some early challenges from a Memorial Day weekend nor’easter, Cape Cod anglers are starting to dial in on productive patterns and locations. Eddie Kooyomjian of Monomoy Tackle shares his early season thoughts on which approaches are working best to target keeper-size fish.
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