Old Inlet Bait & Tackle 25012 Coastal Highway Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971: Celebrating 60 Years 1962-2022 Phone: 302-227-7974 Another push of false albacore has moved into the area and is providing a chance for light-tackle action on most trips. All Rights Reserved. There was little movement at the outset of the hunt, with only a couple button bucks making their way under his stand. "We are very blessed to have family and friends who open their property up to these boys," Wallace says. Back on the salty front, albies are still around in decent numbers. . On Nov. 24, after hunting the buck for seven straight days, Gatlin got his opportunity. Around the same time, a farmer driving a combine was exiting a nearby cornfield, and Barrera was able to sneak in and set up as the farmer was coming out. reports that the fall run is in full bloom. Hunting is not. Rudden stopped the buck at 25 yards and sent a perfect shot into his chest. Right now they can be found between 20- and 40-feet, so lightweight rods and jigs are working well. Their hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday through Friday. "I usually try to go farther away from people, but since other people have been walking farther into woods, I decided to go the opposite direction and hunt close," he said. With Game & Fish's Adam Heggenstaller. "Brandon Butler. Required fields are marked *. Some days have been stronger than others, but overall, the bite has been pretty consistent on most trips. We have green crabs for tautog too, which have been biting well to the west.. Professional bass angler Jonathan Kelley highlights the features of SPRO's new lures at ICAST 2022 in Orlando. Mackerel are still providing results as a reliable back up, particularly if accurately pitched into feeds. After carefully assessing the situation, the buck jumped the fence and walked toward Sears. Lots of guys are also finding stripers in the salt ponds in the mornings and evenings, but they are finicky as they chase these small baitfish. It flutters through the water perfectly no matter how fast or slow its retrieved, and closely resembles these small, plentiful baitfish. Rob at Newport Sportfishing Charters told me things have continued to go strong for anglers around Newport, and hopefully this weekends weather doesnt do anything to change that negatively. The buck ran out of sight. Expert surfcaster Jack Barton has caught a lot of nice fish over the years, but his most cherished moment came a few days ago when he guided his 7 year old grandson James Astle working a 5 ounce white bucktail with a red Fat Cow jig strip into a west dropping tide on a windy Pips Rip afternoon. This license permits a person who has met the eligibility requirements for each license or permit to hunt and fish for all legal game and fish species subject to all of the laws covering these activities; fishing, hunting, and archery. Stay put, dont waste the gas chasing them because theyll pop up where you just were most of the time. "This buck means so much to me; it was the reward for perseverance and patience," Gatlin says. "I've killed Pope and Young bucks, but this one just meant more," Develle says. This was when Wayne really got a grasp of the actual size of this beautiful whitetail. Kayak fishing proved to be the best way to locate fish as it gave me the freedom to move around when fishing wasnt great. Our recreational fisheries statistics help scientists and managers assess and maintain sustainable fish stocks. The fish were crushing you guessed it Kastmasters. "I double-lunged him," said Barrera. "I put my scope on it to see if it was a doe or buck, and all I saw was antlers.". Augusta, ME 04333-0041, Mailing Address: Maine Resident Military Currently Stationed Anywhere:Residents who are on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and permanently stationed outside of Maine may purchase either a hunting, fishing, trapping, or combination hunting and fishing license for the Maine Resident Serviceman combination price upon verification that Maine is their home of record and that they are permanently stationed outside of Maine. It's an unbelievably rewarding thing to be a part of.". "After I shot him, I went through old pictures and I definitely have photos of him from 2019," Gibson says. It's the biggest deer I've ever been up and close to. Hitting the buck in the spine, it dropped in its tracks; Sears followed up with a second shot to the vitals. Rudden gave the buck an hour before climbing down and finding it roughly 60 yards away. 2022 Fishing Tournament Calendar; Stripers & Blues; Bottom Fishing; Kayak; Freshwater. Tautog fishing is good, bass and blues chase bait in the bay, and albies and bonito provide light tackle excitement by boat and from shore. He was too far for a shot, so I let him work his way toward me. All Rights Reserved. The Gulf of Maine distinct population segment (DPS) of Atlantic salmon are protected under the Endangered Species Act. Give a Gift The buck had a home range of about 40 acres, which he stuck to pretty tightly, and Rodes had him on camera regularly. The timing couldnt have been better. He moved quietly to his box blind and settled in. Bottom fishermen are finding plenty of black sea bass, and much more keeper tautog this week, as we work our way towards the fall patterns. Report abuse. He wasn't disappointed. Note: Not all town clerks issue nonresident licenses. The buck started feeding in the same food plot and making his way toward Edmonds, but turned and went around her through some patches of thicker cover that didn't allow for a shot. TTY: Maine Relay 711 BD Outdoors began as a forum-based fishing community to connect saltwater anglers and provide a home to share the latest fishing reports and news. But what is it you are looking for? Many of these veterans are struggling mentally, and this experience is a huge pick-me-up. Freshwater is more likely to be affected by heavy rainfall, making slow streams fast. 353 Water Street "The weather has been so dry that no food plots were planted," Develle says. Rick has been focusing on sea bass and scup on most of his trips this week and has seen steady boat limits on all trips. The mature buck slowly made his way upthe dry creek bed in the timber until stepping out into a small clearing. Fishing reports are essential for angling success. Their spouse and any dependent children residing with them are also entitled todiscounted rates. This was her first archery buck, and she was hunting alongside her hunting mentor, Paul Baker. Dustin, at RI Kayak Fishing Adventures, reports that the fall run is in full bloom. "He ran maybe 50, 60 yards." *** Nonresident 15-day fishing license may be exchanged for a nonresident season fishing license upon payment of $17 plus the agent's fee. Closures will be 24 hours/day and will include He immediately called his son and thanked him for the suggestion and opportunity to sit in his stand. The Benefits of Buying a Boat in the Winter. Once she made her intentionsor lack thereofclear, the buck gave up and slowly made his way toward Hayden. We picked up some fish on topwater feeds when weather was agreeable for travel earlier on in the week, although it did require more advanced casting skills which is difficult for novice anglers. WebSeptember 26, 2022 bodega bay Fishing Report 2580 The Apollo came back from a 1.5 day trip with 26 anglers and landed 50 Giant Squid, 20 Lings, and 200 Rockfish. This year, I decided to hang a camera and put some feed out to take inventory of the deer in the area. Brandon Butler. Licenses can also be obtained by completing and mailing in theapplication form (PDF). "He introduced me to hunting deer, ducks, squirrels and pretty much everything outdoors. In 2020, it started growing a drop tine. Before long, they arrived and joined Jessica in tracking the buck. The striped bass fishing has been stellar, with some nice topwater blitzes around the false albacore, and some big fish still patrolling the reefs and rips in and around the bay. On the morning of Nov. 7, RJ Booth finally laid eyes on a buck he had previously only seen in nighttime trail-cam photos during the early part of the season. Around 3:45 p.m., Barrera was in his stand, and before he could nock an arrow, a couple of does came walking in, and passed through the area. Getting to see or harvest a deer is a plus." Connecticut Fishing Report. Commercial fishing for Atlantic salmon in the United States is prohibited. More specifically, bowhunting.". Make Crawfish Part of Perfect Summertime Meal, Sweet Streams: 5 Hot Rivers for Midwest Smallies, Tackle Test 2022: Top Bass Rods & Reels Reviewed, Spin to Win: Panfish Secrets for Catching Limits on Spinners, Best New Baitcasting Rods & Reels for 2022, Western Whiskerfish: Trophy Flatheads, Channels, Even Blues, How to Add Casting Distance to Reach Bigger Fish, Bass Crash Course: Topwater Pointers for Buzzbaits, Walking Baits, SPRO's New Outsider Crankbait Series: First Look, New Essential Series Spinnerbaits and Buzzbaits from SPRO, New from AFTCO: Barricade Cold Weather Tactical Gear, Award-Winning Frabill Witness Net 'Keeps You Honest'. Stripers of all sizes inundate the Canal, tautog fishing is hot in Buzzards Bay and albies blitz around the Elizabeth Islands. Last Thursday evening and Friday morning, the buck showed himself during daylight, so Rodes slipped in Friday evening, hung a stand and climbed in. Dustin Prievo. Once he made it through the thick stuff, Edmonds grunted at him. There is also no shortage of big bass, regardless of if youre staying close to home or if you want to run to the island. While some may balk at the notion of relying on traditional archery equipment while pursuing big deer, Gibson has never regretted moving away from his compound bow. Gatlin saw the buck last year and had gotten photos of the deer on trail cameras this season at night. | With Bubba's Matt Kinamore and Game & Fish's Adam Heggenstaller at ICAST 2022 in Orlando. When it proved far too gusty to cast at albies or stripers on Monday, I decided to hit a couple trout ponds with my friend, OTWs Matt Ryan. After he squeezed the trigger and the smoke cleared, there lied this mature whitetail buck. The fluke bite has started to slow down, but theyve still been finding plenty of sea bass and scup. I may have taken my last cast into an albie feed earlier this week, but thats okay. After her success last weekend, she's now shot a good buck three seasons in a row. I caught a bunch on 5/8-ounce Hogy jigs, but noticed a few boats running all over in search of the albies. Once down on the ground, the two friends found the arrow covered in blood and the big buck 60 yards from where he was shot. Right there on the screen was a piebald he had just shot! The revenues generated by the sale of these licenses will be deposited in a special trust fund that will provide longterm financial support for Maine's fish and wildlife. The churned-up water seemed to help the albie bite, which is in full swing across the Sound. The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish in the U.S. Enjoy the weekend, fish hard, respect each other and be safe. Just me, my thoughts, and the big man upstairs. Freshwater fishing is also going strong, with plenty of healthy largemouth being caught on a number of different presentations, as the fish start to feed heavily before the winter. Freshwater reports can also indicate safety issues. Native Americans:The commissioner shall issue a complimentary lifetime hunting, archery, trapping and fishing license, including permits and other permissions needed to hunt, trap and fish, to a person, who is an enrolled member of the Passamaquoddy Tribe, the Penobscot Nation, the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, or the Aroostook Band of Micmacs, if the person presents certification from the respective reservation governor or the Aroostook Micmac Council stating that they are an enrolled member of that federally recognized nation, band or tribe. Since Wade had a football tournament out of town, John enlisted his outdoor mentor, his uncle Kevin Krimm, to take Adam out for Ohio's youth firearms season. He went hard-horned on Aug. 26 last year, which Rodes thought was interestingly early. Signups remain open for the Rhode Island Tog Classic, which is scheduled for October 9. , you can sign up and browse some auction items at www.ritogclassic.com. The license also includes the following: bear hunt, bear trap, migratory waterfowl, pheasant, spring and fall turkey, coyote night hunt, crossbow, muzzleloader, one expanded archery antlerless deer permit, and one expanded archery either-sex permit (allows either an antlered or antlerless deer but not both). Waynes son had suggested he sit in his hang-on stand in a spot they call the "Lower Woods." One larger fish took a big swipe at the popper on my next cast, but it missed and instead sent the popper twisting in mid-air, tangling the leader in my trebles. Learn more about protected Atlantic salmon. "As I was walking up a logging road, I noticed something white that caught my attention. We even found a good school of snappers too while casting Game On exo jigs. So, to have him now taking my children outdoors, it really means the world to me.". After a handful of albies you kind of know what to expect with each hook up, whereas with striped bass, each cast yields the possibility of a big fish. Most local fishing reports give a very easy rundown on how easy it is to catch fish in a specific area. The Superpack license includes muzzleloader, crossbow, migratory waterfowl, pheasant, spring/fall turkey, bear, coyote night hunt, and three expanded archery antlerless permits. Bennett said he started hunting the small, 20-acre property where the buck was shot 7 years ago, when his father Scott obtained the landowner's permission. Note: If you purchased a senior lifetime license before age 70, you do not have to pay the $8.00 fee, and the permits listed in the previous paragraph are included with your lifetime license anytime during the calendar year you turn 70 years of age. Wayne says hes blessed to have been able to harvest such a beautiful animal but more blessed to share his time in the woods with his family and friends. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. I dropped down and slipped back to my blind to grab my gun.". Ice fishing is an excellent way to embrace the cold winter months in Maine. Fishing is great right now and you cant beat it when its cool, sunny and beautiful out; were hoping for more conditions like that.. Some fishing reports will tell you the size of fish that are being pulled up. Fishing continues to define our culture today, with lobsters, sea scallops, crabs, and a variety of fish filling our menus and attracting tourists from all over the world. A valid Maine fishing license is required for anyone 16 years of age or older, to fish in inland waters or transport fish taken from inland waters. Several does and fawns grazed through the area, as did a young 4-pointer. Sources: Southern Fishing and US Fishing. Moore and Baker chose to hunt the buck in the evening and said it was a very active evening in which they saw more than 20 does, 6 bucks and a flock of turkeys. Your email address will not be published. Rodes was hunting on private property he was given permission to hunt just last year. AFTCO's Matt Florentino highlights the features of the new Barricade cold-weather suit, a Best of Category winner at ICAST 2022 in Orlando. "I got permission to hunt on these 80 acres of land the past year," Jackson says. "If I kept grunting, he kept coming," Hayden says. He first learned of the deer in 2021 and continued keeping tabs on it this year. This means you have the option to read your magazine on most popular phones and tablets. "I had hunted in a different spot that morning, and it was miserable cold and raining," he says. Instead, all he had was a rattling pack, so he gave it a shot. No one had been there since January. Gatlin decided that if he saw the buck, he would take advantage of the encounter. Fishing Report. I must have grunted at him 15 times before he finally committed. 2022 Fishing Apparel and Accessories Guide. At about 5:45 p.m., Wayne heard a twig snap below him in the thicket. I was going hunting.". The following morning, Rudden was on stand as day broke. Then he pretty much disappeared until the 2021 firearms season, when Rodes gave him a pass. At 5:10, Barrera saw a big buck crossing the road, followed by an even bigger buck. There were some explosive blowups in the middle of the ditch as the West tide picked up, and I managed to connect to a few schoolies that were feeding on peanut bunker and bay anchovies. Get fishing tips and tricks and read personal stories from anglers who live and breathe fishing and boating. The barometric pressure was up and the wind was perfect for the area I wanted to hunt. There were 40 does in the field and he pinpointed one. There have been large schools of mixed size bass and bluefish chasing bait balls all over the bay. It was cold and crisp, so he suspected it might be a good afternoon. (Photo courtesy of Max Mongrello), Heres a look at big bucks tagged so far during the 2022 deer-hunting season. Tautog fishing is tough but bountiful on opening day of the 5-fish limit, and spectacular striped bass fishing continues to drop the jaws of seasoned anglers. Instead of heading deep into the woods, he hunted a more-open area near the edge of a field and high-traffic road. Josh Honeycutt. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Baker) Hunter: Amanda Baker; Date: Nov. 26, An electronic license or permit can now be displayed in lieu of a physical paper license or permit. Wayne and his brothers joined together over the deer, shared some hugs and backslaps, took a few photos and proceeded to drag the deer up to the trucks. Select a state to find fishing and boating information: Get started fishing today, purchase your fishing license online, check regulations and more. share the latest fishing reports and news. One of the best imitations of a wounded baitfish is the soft-plastic jerkbait, or fluke. The Frances Fleet in Point Judith has seen continued success on the full day trips, whenever the wind has allowed them to get out to the grounds. There are still some good fish to be jigged up at the Canal, but to catch sizable bass anywhere else, nighttime will be the best bet. So not only do we want them to leave with a trophy buck, but also some helpful advice from guys who have been through it. The buck then lowered his head and moved to the only opening Wayne had for a shot. A similarly unsuccessful albie quest on Friday yielded a nice bluefish for Paul Jocas. Professional bass angler Jonathan Kelley goes over the specifics at ICAST 2022 in Orlando. Saltwater Fishing Reports are essential for ocean and bay fishing. Then another buck comes out into the field. Offshore anglers continue to capitalize on a strong yellowfin and bluefin bite whenever they can make it to the grounds. Bottom fishermen are finding plenty of sea bass all over the area, but you must start looking into deeper water to find some better fish. Bucks have been doing some chasing, but not a ton with the warm weather. He worked it for 10 minutes, then turned to walk toward [me]. Your email address will not be published. Only farm-raised Atlantic salmon are found in U.S. seafood markets. AJ Coots at Red Top Sporting Goods in Buzzards Bay reports: Jigging at the West End has continued to yield big fish in the 30-pound class. What I love about our ponds on Cape Cod is the presence of shiners in large schools. Brandon Butler. I drew back and let it fly. We had both shot piebald bucks on the same night!" Bottom fishing trips have seen better numbers of large tautog, as the water temperatures drop, and there have been some bigger black sea bass taking over the deeper inshore structure. "It is more than just something to do," he continued. Some sporty weather over the next couple days should finalize the arrival of the fall run. Wayne quickly felt the wind change and knew it wasn't right for this spot. 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Another push of false albacore has moved into the area and is providing a chance for light-tackle action on most trips. Dustin Prievo. I cranked in my lure quickly, but by the time I could get out the next cast I watched it land short of the frothing feeds as they drifted toward the East End, where I hoped Eddie Doherty was waiting to pick up where I left off. Fees listed do not include the agent fee. Freshwater fishing picks up steam as striped bass fishing dwindles with water temperatures in the mid-50's. I shot a 161-inch a couple of years ago, so it's working. Canal Rat Tim Petracca from Bourne, a classy guy who you hope to see every day, was fishing with Ben Faulmino from Sandwich when they got into a 4 hour east end topwater bite that, between them, yielded over 3 dozen striped bass in the 30 & 40 inch class and the next day Tim landed a 43 inch! This takes a lot of the guesswork out. Your email address will not be published. ", Hayden credits the first good cold snap for the action he experienced. With about 15 minutes of legal light left, he saw the big buck milling on the field edge. Her list of impressive outdoor accolades has more recently come to include "big-buck hunter." Before long, a second doe arrived on the scene. (Updated Dec. 5, 2022), Amanda Baker harvested this 10-point buck on the opening morning of Pennsylvania's rifle season on a family-owned property in Elk County, Pa. Later in the day, he spotted a young, small 3-point. Web** Maine resident permanently stationed outside the state of Maine. Must still apply for any-deer and moose permits each year when applications become available. Find an OTW-approved Charter Fishing Captain in Rhode Island. WebSALTWATER FISHING REPORTS. He'd be in the woods every day if could, but as it is, whenever he's able to get off work, he hunts. Bottom fishing trips have seen better numbers of large tautog, as the water temperatures drop, and there have been some bigger black sea bass taking over the deeper inshore structure. Get the top Game & Fish stories delivered right to your inbox every week. Dustin Prievo. Stripers of all sizes inundate the Canal, tautog fishing is hot in Buzzards Bay and albies blitz around the Elizabeth Islands. Though the focus has remained on albies for most of us, this weeks trips produced a wider variety of species than Ive enjoyed in quite some time. When it got to within 150 yards, Rotarius calmed his nerves as best he could and squeezed off the shot, dropping the deer. Subscriber Services. Kayak fishing proved to be the best way to locate fish as. The buck was out beyond his comfort zone, so he waited patiently for it to move closer. You are required to keep an electronic and/or paper copy of your fishing license with you while fishing or transporting fish, and if requested to do so, must present it for inspection to any warden, law enforcement officer, MDIFW employee, guide or landowner upon whose land you are fishing. A collection of instructional articles and video content developed to educate and enhance our fishing opportunities, Explore the many ways we can make sure future generations can share the same love and access to the outdoors. It is a huge time saver. Learn how to register your vessel, boating laws and more. At ICAST 2022 in Orlando. Personally, I had a slower week in the surf. As he got within 20 yards, I saw the ear tag and knew it was game on.". 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