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Rich Johnson's report Ocean Eagle Tog Thursday (11/19): Capt. Greg Nardiello reports they had some fish on Monday as they bit in the afternoon well. On Tuesday (11/17) they had good fishing in the morning, the hard running tide in the afternoon saw hard dirty water from the run off. Pool winner are 8 pounds or better with 12 pounders before the storm. Wednesday (11/18) in a sloppy ocean to start, things did calm down and the fishing was very good as they had four fish over 10 pounds and some folks in the stern had double digit numbers of blackfish. Lots of fish caught and very good fishing! He should have absolutely wild fishing by the end of the week with fast and furious action!

The Fishing Line hit the Ocean Eagle Thursday (11/19) for some blackfish. We were greeted by gentle easterly winds of less than 10 that did pick up later in the day. The bite was so-so as we picked all day with some flurries where they turned on well for 20 minutes then would shut down just as fast. I did have a 7 pounder and two other fish for a total of two keepers. Carlo had a pair of keepers after making the trip from hearing about it on the phone line. The fish did not cooperate as they should have for a November drizzly day, but it was GREAT to see Geoff back on the boat water and fishing after so long since he’s been caring for their mother. Glenn made venison burgers and a venison sort of stew over rice and many other great and delectable dishes...the Ocean Eagle is an awesome time fishing and Capt Greg is the best and I got to fish next to Bob the Jigman!!! They sail daily from Pier 5 in Sheepshead Bay at 7 a.m. Listen to Capt. Nardiello's Interview & Tips on Early Fall Blackfishing Here or listen to Capt. Greg Nardiello's Interview On Winter Blackfishing Tips & Technique

Rich Johnson's Trip On Flamingo 3 Today (11/18): Beautiful day today, light NE winds when we left the dock a few minutes late as were waiting on someone. Was greeted by what was a surprisingly ugly ocean with 3 to 5 foot rollers with some white on them. Where they came I have no idea as winds last night were nil and I was shocked to see what I saw. Most of the morning was like this and more than one person was not feeling all that good. We steamed for a little over an hour or so and got into big blues right away. Blues from 5 to 13 pounds as most were big boys 8 to 12 pounder most of the day. Four ounce diamond jigs, gold or silver worked and I tried a 6 ounce jig but it was a little too big for the fish as they gluttoning themselves on 3 to 5 inch sand eels. Don’t get me wrong, it was not savage fishing, but there was always two, three four on at one time, sometimes five or six…then no one would have one and we’d start to move and another person or two would hook up. I suppose you could call it a good, steady pick all day. We had 13 anglers and believe me we had more than enough bluefish to limit everybody on the blues so it was a goo trip. Bass were scarce as we have five keepers to 34 inches on the boat today, I happened to have one of those (31 inches) keeping my streak alive. I cannot honestly remember the last time I was on the Flamingo 3 and did not have a keeper bass…it has been several years. We probably had maybe a dozen short bass to go with those five keepers. As always Capt. Bob, Capt. Robert and of course Bernie did a fantastic job. This is only going to get better day by day and the crowds are light so get your butts down there. Everybody was shot by the end of the day battling these giant gorillas and we were back at the dock 45 minutes early as the bite died completely where we were when the tide really started humming.

TV Show Fishing Trips Planned
TV Show Trip: Island Princess In Captree This Friday Nov 20 at 10 a.m.: We are putting together a TV trip with The Fishing Line for this Friday November 20 with preferably southerly winds as the tide is perfect for the outgoing water at noon a.m. We need at least 12 people to sail this trip. Trip sails at 10 a.m. returns at 3 p.m. (maybe a little later) and we will board in the order you sign up in. You can sign up for the trip you want or all three on our Message Boards and make sure your visit them at www.IslandPrincessFishing.com.

TV Show Blackfishing On Riptide 3 in City Island Next Week: I was putting together a TV trip with The Fishing Line TV program for this Tuesday or Wednesday, but with the fishing still lackluster after this brutal past weekend and the new moon of Monday night, and now east winds for Wednesday & Thursday...I ma moving this to next week on Tuesday or Wednesday. Trip sails at 8:30 a.m., returns at 4:30 and costs $65 for adults, $60 for seniors and $40 for kids and all bait provided and we will board in the order you sign up in. They sail from the first left over the City Island Bridge in City Island. You can sign up for the trip you want or all three on our Message Boards and make sure your visit them at www.riptide3.com.

North Shore
City Island:
Riptide III (718-885-0236):Capt. John Jorgensen of the Riptide III says after being blown out four consecutive days including Saturday, Sunday as expected was a downer with a few fish picked in dirty dark water. Monday (11/16) though they had a good bite with tog to 8 pounds and everybody on board had a few fish to take home. They steamed to the east with the 90 foot Riptide III they had good number so fish finally and with the NW blowing this week they should continue to see a good bite. On the web at www.Riptide3.com.

The Riptide III, a 90 ft long and 24 ft wide vessel that comfortably holds up to 149 people. The Riptide III is safe and comfortable with a full kitchen and bar and a DJ on our cruises. Master Captain Carl Madsen and crew has been running the Riptide III since 1985. The Jorgensen/Madsen families have been fishing western Long Island Sound over four (4) generations! We have plenty of free & safe parking at our pier the first left over the City Island Bridge at Jorgensen's Landing in City Island. Daily fishing 8 am and nightly 6:30 pm please call to check for availability. On the web at www.RipTide3.com

Middle Long Island Sound
Huntington:
Capt. James Joseph (631-424-1253): Capt. James Schneider reports Saturday they had good hard winds from the NW and the togging got very good again but it was a tough day of blackfishing in spring like conditions Sunday (11/8) with little tide and no wind to hold them on the anchor. It was not the good fishing we saw when it blew on Saturday, but the night bass trips have been spectacular!! Monday & Tuesday's (11/10) togging was no better as things were tough with no wind, no current and tough to stay tight on the anchor. Winds Tuesday night are to go NE 15 to 20, just what the doctored ordered for good tog action on Veteran's Day tomorrow! They are sailing for blackfish daily now at 7 a.m. full days with no more afternoon trips at 4:30 scheduled because of the early sunsets. They will take charter trips through if you like for bass and blues, but for now it's blackfish daily at 7 a.m. On the web at www.JamesJosephFishing.com.

The Capt. James Joseph has been featured on The Fishing Line Television program many times over the last 15 years including this 2009 season with Sandworming LI Sound Bass! You really should pick up this one and The Fishing Line DVD with Capt. James Schneider on how to learn to catch Spring Blackfish with Clams. Order yours here ONLY $10.

Listen to Jim's Fall Blackfish Tips Here. Don't forget this 38 foot Young's Brother charter boat with a 400 horsepower Cat engine that cruises at 20 knots! She is all rigged and ready to go round the clock chunking for stripers as soon as they show up in the western Sound in April. The Capt. James is located at the end of Rte. 110 in Huntington, 100 feet past the old Co-Co’s Club. On the web now at www.jamesjosephfishing.com.

Long Island Sound East:
Port Jefferson:
Celtic Quest (631-928-3926): Capt. Desi O’Sullivan reports after being blown out four consecutive days including Saturday, as expected the bite was way off on Sunday with only about 30 keepers in the area for all the boats. On Monday (11/16) thought we caught em’ good today. On this trip 17 anglers were just a few fish shy of a full boat limit today. Some big tog in the mix as well with the pool weighing in over 12 pounds for Felipe Sanchez who caught this fish of a lifetime to go along with seven keepers on the day. Eleven-year-old Jeff also showed us how it was done landing his limit of tog to 7 pounds! Nice job Jeff! Plenty of room if you would like to join us. Just come on down! Open reservations can be made for these trips on our the online reservation system on our web site at www.celticquestfishing.com. On our site you can also see our updated calendar and how many spots are left for each trip. We hope this makes the reservation process a lot easier for everyone. On the web at www.celticquestfishing.com

Long Island North Fork:
Greenport:
Peconic Star II (631- 289-6899): Capt. Dave Brennan reports they did not sail on Friday or Saturday (11/14) due to weather, but they did fish on Monday and Tuesday as well as veteran’s Day and the fishing was very good with limits and blackfish to 8 pounds. He is sailing Sunday (11/15) and putting together a TV trip with The Fishing Line for Friday November 20 for blackfish. Trip sails at 7:30 a.m., returns at 3:30 and costs $80 for adults, $72 for seniors and $52 for kids and all bait provided. They sail from the Greenport Railroad Dock and return at 3:30 p.m. Lots of safe and FREE parking! On the web at www.peconicstar.com.

Capt. Dave Brennan has been featured on The Fishing Line TV Show scoring big time on giant porgies. You can order the extended home release video which is longer than the 30 minute show version by clicking the link. After sailing on the Peconic Star II, we're sure you will agree that there is no finer fishing vessel. Should they ever get around to giving awards for the friendliest and most helpful crew aboard a party boat, the crew on the Peconic Star II will get the blue ribbon for sure. Forever preoccupied with making every trip a pleasant and personal adventure, one not soon forgotten; the crew leaves nothing to chance, from instructions for the novice and the rigging up, to cleaning your catch ready for the skillet. The crew insures that not only the fishermen enjoy their trip, but the families as well… so bring the kids and Mom along… it's always fun and a big thrill for them. Don't forget the camera, and if you don't fish, come along for a delightful ride and enjoy the scenic delights of Long Island's last outpost of natural beauty. On the web at www.peconicstar.com.

East End
Sag Harbor/Eastern End
Rock & Roll Charters (917-400-5246): Captain Chris Costa reported they are targeting blackfish, blues and bass with plenty of action around now. They are scoring decent bass along with blackfish now as the fall run is on. Call for rates and available dates. Also remember Sag Harbor and the great bass fishing is 45 minutes to an hour closer to NYC than Montauk, so save time and money and fish with Capt. Chris. You can reach Capt. Chris through e mail CCOSTA12334@YAHOO.COM.

They sail out of beautiful and historic Sag Harbor, Long Island. Captain Chris has been fishing the eastern end of Long Island for nearly 30 years. Let Capt. Chris take you on a great fishing adventure for striped bass, blues, porgies, fluke and blackfish. Rock & Roll Charters is a very safe and fast 26-foot Parker Pilot House fishing platform which keeps anglers and guests warm in spring and fall, cool in the summer and out of the wind when traveling to the fishing grounds. The eastern end of Long Island is truly a fishermen’s paradise as we’ll see ospreys, wildlife and great fishing in and around Shelter Island or the fish laden waters of famous Montauk, Plum Gut, Block Island and the Peconic’s. So come join Capt. Chris on Rock & Roll Fishing Charters…as the Beatles once said “a good time is guaranteed for all.” Web site to be up soon and pics to follow

Captree
Island Princess (631-587-6024): Capt. Nick reports savage fishing the last few days such as Thursday (11/19) when they jigged hours of bass and blues in the ocean. They had six people catch countless bass on the jig and 25 keepers size in there as well. The Fishing Line will be filming on the IP tomorrow Friday (11/20) so come on down and get in the action and on TV! They are sailing an open schedule right now of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and half days of 7 a.m. and noon on the weekends. The night trips are finished for the season.

Also just a note to say their NEW second boat, the Bay Princess specializes in private charters up to 80 passengers. See below...Get gift certificates through their web site at www.islandprincessfishing.com. The Island Princess continues to offer discount savings on their trips by checking with their web site at www.islandprincessfishing.com.

Bay Princess (631-587-6024): They are they are currently taking and booking charters, both fishing and pleasure on their second boat the Bay Princess. This handles up to 80 anglers with Sweet 16 parties, fishing trips, moonlight cruises, retirement and just about any excuse to get on the water gets you folks this great new and clean boat. Available for half and full day fishing trips, this new addition at Captree is a comfortable 65 footer that is of course USCG certified with all the latest safety and fish finding equipment and electronics. They will have fish cleaning services, enclosed heated lounge and galley with clean and separate ladies and men’s rooms. Friendly helpful crew as it always is with the Island princess and they have catering available. All major credit cards accepted and this will be run as a charter boat for up to 80 anglers. www.bayprincess.com.

Capt. Bob-O (631-748-4990): Capt. Bob-O reported they were held up in the shipyard because of a delay due to weather. They expect to be back fishing this Saturday November 14 on their schedule of bass fishing Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from Noon - 4:15 PM only. We are striper fishing Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7 AM, Noon, and 5 PM. All trips are just over 4 hours. They will also blackfish and bass fish. They will run special blackfish trips by reservation only and to be announce shortly. The 7 AM and Noon trips are $45. The 5 PM trips are $50 with $3 discount coupons, pre-pay by PayPal and detailed directions, including GPS coordinates, are available at www.captreecaptainbobo.com. For all the latest news and photos, please become a fan at our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Captain-Bob-O/90091034772?ref=ts. If you have a group of 10 or more, please email for special group discount rates. We look forward to seeing you! Visit www.captbobofishing.com.

A new member to The Fishing Line family for 2009, Capt. Bob-O is a full sized party boat, diesel powered vessel located on the right side of the dock at Captree State Park. They are fully documented, insured and licensed; equipped with the most modern electronic safety and fish finding equipment. With an experienced, knowledgeable and courteous crew and a spacious fishing environment, the Capt. Bob-O offers open boat fishing daily at 7 AM and Noon, and at 5 PM now Thursday thru Sunday. Any group that would like to sail on a regularly scheduled trip, should contact the captain about group discounts. Boat features upper deck seating and a full galley. So call or visit their website for current information regarding what they’re fishing for and rates. Call 631-748-4990, email captreecaptainbobo@yahoo.com, or visit www.captbobofishing.com.

Point Lookout:
Capt. Al (516-623-2248):Capt. Tom Weiss says they sailed Thursday and fishing was so-so and picky with a few nice blackfish and a few sea bass for a light crowd of eight. No wind and no current made anchoring and fishing tough. Gale winds kept them tied to the dock on Friday. Saturday (11/7) was excellent with mostly sea bass and 90% of the catch was sea bass with a few blackfish. Pool winner is usually a blackfish and about 4 or 5 pounds. A few nice blues too on this trip. Remember, if your last half day bottom fishing trip was a bust, then a full day trip on the Capt. Al is a MUST. They sail every day for full day bottom fishing at 7 a.m.

Listen to Capt. Al Lindroth's radio Interview explanation for the return of Long Island codfish Click Here. Listen here to Capt. Al's Radio Interview for Tips on Sea Bass Fishing. Capt. Tom Weiss was featured on The Fishing Line TV Show in 2001. Tom & RJ scored big time on the giant sea bass with ling in the mix. You can order the extended home release video which is longer than the 30 minute show version by clicking the link.

Sheepshead Bay:
Ocean Eagle V (718-258-4126)

: Capt. Greg Nardiello reports they had some fish on Monday as they bit in the afternoon well. On Tuesday (11/17) they had good fishing in the morning, the hard running tide in the afternoon saw hard dirty water from the run off. Pool winner are 8 pounds or better with 12 pounders before the storm. Wednesday (11/18) in a sloppy ocean to start, things did calm down and the fishing was very good as they had four fish over 10 pounds and some folks in the stern had double digit numbers of blackfish. Lots of fish caught and very good fishing! He should have absolutely wild fishing by the end of the week with fast and furious action!

The Fishing Line hit the Ocean Eagle Thursday (11/19) for some blackfish. We were greeted by gentle easterly winds

of less than 10 that did pick up later in the day. The bite was so-so as we picked all day with some flurries where they turned on well for 20 minutes then would shut down just as fast. I did have a 7 pounder and two other fish for a total of two keepers. Carlo had a pair of keepers after making the trip from hearing about it on the phone line. The fish did not cooperate as they should have for a November drizzly day, but it was GREAT to see Geoff back on the boat water and fishing after so long since he’s been caring for their mother. Glenn made venison burgers and a venison sort of stew over rice and many other great and delectable dishes...the Ocean Eagle is an awesome time fishing and Capt Greg is the best and I got to fish next to Bob the Jigman!!! They sail daily from Pier 5 in Sheepshead Bay at 7 a.m. Listen to Capt. Nardiello's Interview & Tips on Early Fall Blackfishing Here or listen to Capt. Greg Nardiello's Interview On Winter Blackfishing Tips & Technique

Belt Parkway-Knapp St. / Brooklyn
Flamingo III (718-763-8745)

: Capt. Bob reported after being blown out four consecutive days including Saturday, Sunday as expected was downer with a few fish picked at in heavy rollers and dirty dark water. Monday (11/16) still had off colored water, a new moon tide and strong currents, a left over heave and rollers. Fishing was picky as they did score three keeper bass and handful of bluefish in tough conditions and tough fishing. Tuesday was a very good day as they found the fish and had 28 keeper bass for 14 anglers to 25 pounds with most of them 28 to 32 inches and plenty of shorts as they fished in deep, water with plenty of blues to teen size.

Wednesday (11/18) was a beautiful day today, light NE winds when we left the dock a few minutes late as were waiting on someone. Was greeted by what was a surprisingly ugly ocean with 3 to 5 foot rollers with some white on them. Where they came I have no idea as winds last night were nil and I was shocked to see what I saw. Most of the morning was like this and more than one person was not feeling all that good. We steamed for a little over an hour or so and got into big blues right away. Blues from 5 to 13 pounds as most were big boys 8 to 12 pounder most of the day. Four ounce diamond jigs, gold or silver worked and I tried a 6 ounce jig but it was a little too big for the fish as they gluttoning themselves on 3 to 5 inch sand eels. Don’t get me wrong, it was not savage fishing, but there was always two, three four on at one time, sometimes five or six…then no one would have one and we’d start to move and another person or two would hook up. I suppose you could call it a good, steady pick all day.

We had 13 anglers and believe me we had more than enough bluefish to limit everybody on the blues so it was a goo trip. Bass were scarce as we have five keepers to 34 inches on the boat today, and we probably had maybe a dozen short bass to go with those five keepers. As always Capt. Bob, Capt. Robert and of course Bernie did a fantastic job. This is only going to get better day by day and the crowds are light so get your butts down there. Everybody was shot by the end of the day battling these giant gorillas and we were back at the dock 45 minutes early as the bite died completely where we were when the tide really started humming.

They had a good day in nasty conditions on Thursday with a 31 person crowd and 20 keeper bass to 15 pounds and plenty of blues. Good solid fishing and they bit better today then they did Wednesday. They sail daily at 6:30 a.m. and Friday and Saturday nights at 7 p.m. The web site is www.Flamingo3.com.

Do yourselves a favor...make sure you visit them this season. They have some awesome action and the Flamingo IS the bluefish boat to hit! New York’s topwater, lure & jig specialist for blues, weakfish & bass. The Flamingo III started it over 50 years ago and while others may imitate them, no one can duplicate them. The Flamingo III is a family fishermen’s boat catering to all anglers and pride themselves in a keeping a clean and courteous boat with the most experienced crew. The Flamingo III is located at Knapp St. & Belt Parkway and the UA Theater with plenty of free & safe parking.

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