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The dog days of summer are nearing their conclusion as August is presenting Cape Cod anglers with warm sunny days, cool fall-like nights, and plenty of unique fishing opportunities. Recent reports from AJ Coots of Red Top Sporting Goods in Buzzards Bay paint a picture of diverse fishing opportunities from the Cape Cod Canal to the offshore windmill areas south of Martha’s Vineyard.
...From the legendary rips of Monomoy to the offshore waters south of the islands, experienced captain Tyler Putney of Flatliner Charters has been guiding MFCC members to consistent success throughout the 2025 season. His insights reveal key locations and tactics that are producing exceptional results.
...The dog days of summer have arrived on Cape Cod, bringing scorching temperatures that push the mercury north of 90 degrees creating challenging conditions. Sam Mullen of the Goose Hummock Shop in Orleans provides details on how this late July period requires a tactical shift in approach, moving away from traditional surfcasting patterns.
...8 years ago today, as the sun was sinking low in the sky, big stripers were swirling all around my kayak, and it was obvious to me that most of the fish were 35 pounds or larger. Today I figured I would re-publish this post and video, because I feel what I experienced could be replicated …
The Cape Cod Canal has finally awakened from its summer slumber, delivering the kind of explosive top water action that makes it legendary. After weeks of spotty fishing with bass holding deeper in the water column, the July full moon has ignited the bite.
...The July 4th weekend marks a joyous occasion in Cape Cod’s fishing calendar, when the effects of late June’s new moon show their full impact on striped bass movement and feeding patterns. According to Sam Mullen from the Goose Hummock Shop in Orleans, this timing creates exceptional opportunities for both boat and surf anglers willing to adapt their strategies to the conditions.
...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.
...There’s something magical about a new moon on Cape Cod. The darkness wraps around you, the stars emerge in full glory, and somewhere out there, striped bass are prowling the shallows. This past Wednesday, June 25th, I got to experience that magic alongside longtime My Fishing Cape Cod members Brad Whitman, his wife Beth, and son …
Summer fishing season is upon us, the time of the year when we go from layers of clothing to keep us warm to mosquito repellent.This time of the year the volume of helpful information in the forum ratchets up another notch, as the kids get out of school and vacations begin. Table of Contents The …
Sometimes the fishing gods smile down on you, and on Sunday June 9th, they were practicallybeaming. Our My Fishing Cape Cod group trip with Captain Mike Fowler and first mate Tyler aboardBad Dog Sportfishing was one of those magical days that reminded me of why I fell in love with fishingin the first place. Why …
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.
...The Cape Cod Canal remains one of the most dynamic fishing venues in New England, but this year’s patterns have thrown experienced anglers a curveball. Unlike previous seasons where massive poppers and oversized jigs dominated the scene, the current abundance of small baitfish—particularly herring fry and whiting—has created a completely different playing field.
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