December 13, 2015

(Continued from the report Roosterfish From The Beach!)The Rooster thrashed along on the surface, unlike any other fish I have ever caught before. My 3 piece travel rod was being pushed to the limit. I was now in chest deep water, almost eye level with the fish. She was a ways away ...

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Roosterfish From The Beach! | Extended Report
December 8, 2015

Ryan CollinsIn some ways the fishing here in Costa Rica is very similar to fishing on Cape Cod. For example, following the birds is a sure way of finding the fish.However there are many things which are extremely different. The huge variety of species roaming the coastline is probably the ...

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Week 2 of Exploring & Fishing Costa Rica | Extended Report
December 5, 2015

(Continued from Fish On! Hooked Up in Costa Rica)I prayed to God that this fish would stay on the line. She was pumping just like giant tuna do when they are doing a death circle beneath the boat. To say I was excited to see what species I had hooked would ...

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Fish On! Hooked Up in Costa Rica | Extended Report
December 3, 2015

Lauren Blacker December 1st had been on my mind for a long time. The thought of standing on a beach far from just about everything I had grown accustomed to was unimaginable.The idea of sleeping under a canopy of palms and listening to the sounds of a wild jungle just didn't ...

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The First 24 – Day #1 in Costa Rica
November 7, 2015

This tuna fishing trip began like any other just before sunrise on Tuesday November 3rd. We launched my friend Jason Mazzola's 23 foot SeaCraft from a boat ramp we use often and enjoyed calm conditions on the ride out. ...

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Can We Really Trust Humpback Whales?
November 5, 2015

Ryan Collins Recently I've felt a pull to explore and fish the world beyond Cape Cod. Luckily for me my girlfriend Lauren is up for the adventure!On December 1st Lauren and I will be leaving our crazy cat Izzy behind, and trading our life here in the USA, for a new experience ...

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Exploring and Fishing the Mountains of New England
November 3, 2015

This is the final installment in a series of posts and videos about my 27 mile surfcasting journey along Cape Cod's Great Beach. Click here to read part #3, click here to read part #2 and click here to read part #1. Ryan Collins The sky was pitch black and ...

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A Look Back at the Final Leg of my 27 Mile Journey
October 31, 2015

Ryan Collins 15 minutes into fishing on the morning of October 27th, my longtime fishing buddy Jason Mazzola hooked into a bluefin tuna while fishing by himself off Cape Cod.Successfully capturing a tuna with an able crew is difficult enough. Catching a tuna fishing solo isn't just difficult-it can also ...

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Catching a Tuna Fishing Solo off Cape Cod
October 28, 2015

MFCC memberGreenleaf Garrison This is my first year seriously targeting striped bass. There have been sporadic trips with friends and family throughout the years, but nothing like a serious pursuit.I have always loved to fish though - it runs in my blood. However, the passion is not innate, but rather ...

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Passing On The Passion
October 26, 2015

I thought I would share a story that involves one of the best experiences I've had as a fisherman. During this special trip the whole family got in on the action. My family and I recently stayed on Cape Cod for a late season October vacation. Throughout the week I ...

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The Best Fishing Trip A Dad Could Ask For
October 21, 2015

Ryan Turcotte2+ year MFCC member As I opened the door the crisp cool air hit me. The wind was blowing, leaves sliding across the pavement. The feel of fall was finally in the air after a warmer than usual September. I grabbed my jacket and winter hat and was on ...

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The Fall Run: 20# Bass Blitzing in Shallow Water
October 20, 2015

This past Sunday after catching alligator bluefish and live-lining pogies from shore, I decided to switch up spots and hopefully find some striped bass. I packed up my stuff and headed off to a new area which I had never before fished.When I arrived I saw dozens upon dozens of ...

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A Bass On Almost Every Cast [VIDEO]