April 3, 2026

The calendar has changed to April which means the days are longer, bass and trout are stirring in the sweet water, and striped bass are heading to their spawning grounds in the Chesapeake Bay.All we need is for Mother Nature to cooperate for an extended period of time so more of us can get fishing!In

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Cold Hands, Hot Fishing: Cape Cod’s Early Season Is On
March 27, 2026

Five minutes later, I was in the parking lot and jogging down the stairs to the water. I only had about an hour to fish, with work and homework waiting the moment I wrapped up.Kicking Off the RustA long winter of tying flies was finally over, and it was time to whip my cast, my

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Rainbow Trout on the Woolly Bugger: Late March Fly Fishing Report
March 17, 2026

Few techniques in saltwater fly fishing are as visually intense as watching a big striper commit to a surface plug, only to turn and crush a fly the moment the teaser disappears. The chaos, the adrenaline, the precision required — it’s what keeps fly anglers coming back for more.In particular, the bait and switch technique

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The Bait and Switch: Captain Diogo of Gorilla Tactics Charters on Fooling Big Stripers with the Fly
March 14, 2026

Few anglers on Cape Cod have put in the hours that Ian McPartland and Calvin Toran-Sandlin have. Ian works at the Goose Hummock, where he leads everything related to surfcasting. Calvin is a veteran boulder field angler and skisher whose willingness to snorkel the bottom — literally — to understand what fish are feeding on

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Insider Series #5: How to Read the Beach and Find Trophy Stripers: A Surfcasting Seminar with Ian McPartland and Calvin Toran-Sandlin
March 8, 2026

In today’s podcast and blog post, we introduce you to longtime My Fishing Cape Cod Member, Carol Girard-Irwin. For Carol, fishing has been a lifelong passion that began during childhood summers spent in Beach Haven, New Jersey.  While her father preferred trolling from his 33-foot boat, Carol discovered early on that her true calling was a

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Carol Girard-Irwin: Finding Her Place in Cape Cod’s Surf Fishing Community
March 2, 2026

With spring now on the horizon, we wanted to remind you about The Weekly Spot – a service designed to help members explore different regions of the Cape and discover new productive waters. So many of you have been asking for guidance on specific areas and wanting to expand beyond your usual fishing spots, so

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More Weekly Spots: Your Exclusive Gateway to Cape Cod’s Most Productive Waters
February 27, 2026

MFCC members share their strategies for staying flexible on the water—from moving locations and switching species to embracing freshwater fishing—so you never have to go home empty-handed.We often spend time planning the perfect fishing trip: the exact time to head out and make a first cast; location; lure/bait; targeted species.But the reality is that the

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Never Go Home Skunked: MFCC Members on the Power of a Plan B
February 22, 2026

The Insider Series brings you never-before-published seminar recordings from some of Cape Cod’s most respected charter captains and local anglers. These exclusive presentations were recorded at live My Fishing Cape Cod events but have remained in the vault—until now. Released monthly from November through May, these sessions provide essential winter education while you’re dreaming of

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Insider Series #4: Winter Flounder and Striper Techniques with Captain Mike Fowler
February 15, 2026

Fishing content is everywhere these days. But there’s a big difference between watching a YouTube video and sitting in a live session where you can ask professional captains and experienced surfcasters your specific questions and get answers in real time.This spring, we’re making that possible.I’m thrilled to announce not one, but TWO live Zoominar series

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Two New Zoominar Series Coming this April
February 11, 2026

There’s something magical about Provincetown that goes beyond just the fishing. Sure, the scenery is breathtaking, but it’s the memories that keep drawing me back. My love affair with P-town started back in 2015 during my first trip with Lincoln Brothers Fishing (sadly no longer operating). That day, my family and I hauled in over

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Remembering an Epic Day at Provincetown: One of My Best Trips of 2025
February 8, 2026

A Central Massachusetts native who now calls Cape Cod home, Anthony Besaw’s journey from freshwater to saltwater fishing reflects his deep-rooted passion for the sport. Anthony exemplifies the heart of MFCC—a dedicated angler whose genuine connections and community spirit have transformed forum friendships into lifelong bonds. Click play below to listen to our interview with Anthony, or

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From Worcester Lakes to Cape Cod Surf: Anthony Besaw’s Saltwater Journey
February 7, 2026

Mastering fly casting is the foundation of successful saltwater fly fishing. Whether you’re new to fly fishing casting or looking to refine your distance and accuracy for Cape Cod striped bass, getting the fundamentals right matters more than expensive gear or advanced tricks. Cape Cod fly fishing for striped bass isn’t easy. The relentless wind, the

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Fly Casting Tips: Master Saltwater Fly Fishing Casting for Cape Cod Stripers