Coastal Angler Magazine | October 2019 | Boston Edition

FREE

BOSTON EDITION

THE OYSTERVILLE YACHT CLUB IS THE LARGEST IN THE WORLD ...HERE’S WHY!

George K. Regan, Jr. Publisher Boston Edition

Julie Kahn President Regan Marketing & Media

October means fall fishing is here!

Inside we have some great catch photos, fishing reports, and info about upcoming tournaments, including one run by the good people at the Oysterville Yacht Club which benefits the families of deployed military members. Tight lines!

VOLUME 9 • ISSUE 100

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM/BOSTON

OCTOBER 2019

For over a century, a league of canned crusaders have been fighting to keep boats safe from barnacles, slime, algae and other aquatic evils that rob your boat of its true performance. With advanced know-how and unique capabilities, each antifouling is tailored to different conditions, and has the power to defeat fouling in all its forms.

Micron WA is a water-based formula that’s powered with advanced Water Activated Matrix technology in to efficiently release active ingredients over time for valiant multi-season protection. Micron WA is easy to apply and clean up, making it ideal for boaters in all waters and regions.

For super-powered antifouling protection and proven performance, choose Interlux®.

The hero your boat deserves!

All trademarks mentioned are owned by, or licensed to, the AkzoNobel group of companies. © AkzoNobel 2019.

interlux.com

10038/0919

™

FANTASTIC FALL SAVINGS There's plenty of fish to pull in this fall season and your Suzuki Marine Dealer has exceptional deals to get you out on the water.

See your local Suzuki Marine Dealer for all the details!

INSTANT

SAVINGS

REP OWE R FIN AN

SAVE RIGHT NOW ON

CE

SELECT SUZUKI OUTBOARDS

TM

SIX YEARS OF PROTECTION

INSTANT SAVINGS

REPOWER FINANCE

3 Years Limited Warranty + 3 Years Extended Protection No extra charge.

Instant Savings on select models when you buy a new Suzuki Outboard.

See your dealer for details.

Rates as low as 5.99% on new Suzuki outboards on approved credit.* [60 Months]

Gimme Six Extended Protection promo is applicable to new Suzuki Outboard Motors from 25 to 350 HP in inventory which are sold and delivered to buyer between 10/01/19 and 12/31/19 in accordance with the promotion by a Participating Authorized Suzuki Marine dealer in the continental US and Alaska to a purchasing customer who resides in the continental US or Alaska. Customer should expect to receive an acknowledgement letter and full copy of contract including terms, conditions and wallet card from Suzuki Extended Protection within 90 days of purchase. If an acknowledgement letter is not received in time period stated, contact Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. – Marine Marketing via email: marinepromo@suz.com. The Gimme Six Promotion is available for pleasure use only, and is not redeemable for cash.

Instant Savings apply to qualifying purchases of select Suzuki Outboard Motors made between 10/01/19 and 12/31/19. For list of designated models, see participating Dealer or visit www.suzukimarine. com. Instant Savings must be applied against the agreed-upon selling price of the outboard motor and reflected in the bill of sale. (Suzuki will, in turn, credit Dealer’s parts account.) There are no model substitutions, benefit substitutions, rain checks, or extensions. Suzuki reserves the right to change or cancel these promotions at any time without notice or obligation. * Financing offers available through Synchrony Retail Finance. As low as 5.99% APR financing for 60 months on new and unregistered Suzuki Outboard Motors. Subject to credit approval. Not all buyers will qualify. Approval, and any rates and terms provided, are based on credit worthiness. $19.99/month per $1,000 financed for 60 months is based on 5.99% APR. Hypothetical figures used in calculation; your actual monthly payment may differ based on financing terms, credit tier qualification, accessories or other factors such as down payment and fees. Offer effective on new, unregistered Suzuki Outboard Motors purchased from a participating authorized Suzuki dealer between 10/01/19 and 12/31/19. “Gimme Six”, the Suzuki “S” and model names are Suzuki trademarks or ®. Don’t drink and drive. Always wear a USCG-approved life jacket and read your owner’s manual. © 2019 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

SZQ4Promo 8X10 CSTLANGLR 8-8-19.indd 1

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

1

9/6/19 9:21 AM

NEW PRODUCT

Fly Fishing

REVIEW

Abel VAYA Vaya is Spanish for “GO!” as in go outside, go on an adventure or go fishing.

Crafted by avid Colorado anglers, Abel’s VAYA series of fly reels introduces an allnew technical look and feel, paired with outstanding performance.

The partially-ported VAYA frame offers the unique combination of minimized weight, incredible rigidity and just enough surface area to highlight Abel’s hand-anodized finishes, which are offered in numerous awesome colors and patterns, from flat black to brown trout, dorado and many more. Available in sizes 4/5, 5/6 and 7/8.

Filson Rugged Twill Compact Rod Case Filson has earned its reputation for sturdy quality construction and products that are overbuilt to handle the rigors sportsmen put their gear through.

The Rugged Twill Compact Rod Case holds two 9-foot, 4-piece rods in their tubes with exterior pockets to hold reels and accessories. This lightweight yet durable case is perfect for days when you’ll need two rods and want to keep them safe when not in use.

It’s constructed of water-repellant and abrasion-resistant 100 percent cotton Rugged Twill with brass hardware and bridle leather straps.

www.filson.com

Abelreels.com

Ross Reels Animas

Rod Vault ST Why waste time threading line through the guides?

The vehicle-mounted fly rod storage solution from Denver Outfitter allows recreational anglers and professionals to arrive at their fishing destination with fly rods and reels intact, fully-rigged and ready to fish.

Two roof-mounted aircraft grade anodized aluminum tubes hold two, three or four fully rigged fly rods up to 10’6 in length, and a locking reel housing area easily fits most fly reels. Protective polypropylene liners inside the Rod Vault eliminate rod on metal contact protecting guides and rod tips from abrasion.

The Rod Vault was specifically over-engineered to keep valuable equipment safe in almost any circumstance. Stainless steel hardware ensures the RodVault will remain rust free no matter the fishing environment and fiberglass infused nylon construction protects the reel housing, mounting hardware and aerodynamic nose cone from UV degradation. Whether storing rods to fish before or after work or traveling across the country on an epic fishing trip the Rod Vault is designed to keep gear safe.

Available in three models, the Rod Vault 2 holds two fly rods, the Rod Vault Original for three fly rods and the Rod Vault 4 holding four fly rods.

Ross Reels has taken the time-proven features that made the original Animas a guide favorite and introduced new machined features to bring the new Animas fly reel into the modern era of Ross.

Proudly Americanmade in Colorado and weighing just over 4 ounces, the new Animas features a compositedisc drag system and an ultra-light canvas phenolic handle, which gets tackier when wet. A new troublefree spool release yields zeromaintenance performance, allowing the Animas to be ready for any fresh or saltwater excursion. The new Animas is available in sizes 4/5, 5/6 and 7/8.

Denveroutfitters.com 2

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

www.rossreels.com

Return Of A

LEGEND!

Inshore, Offshore, Fish More!

SeaCatBoats.com

.

228-206-4042

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

3

BLEED TRIM

SAFETY

Progressive Casualty Ins. Co. & affiliates. Annual premium for a basic liability policy not available all states. Prices vary based on how you buy. *Available with comprehensive and collision coverage.

n! e p O w o N

State of the Art Marina in Ft. Pierce, Florida

Located on the Ft. Pierce Inlet, one mile from the ocean, finest deep-water inlet on Florida’s east coast, 13 miles from the Gulf Stream for some of the best fishing in Florida!

Marina Amenities: 58 Slips Accommodating Vessels Up to 150 ft.

24-Hr. Security • Gated Dock Access Pump Out Stations • Ship’s Store • Bait & Tackle Shop Electric Service: 480 Volt – 100 amp-3 phase 240 Volt – 30-50-100 amp • 110 Volt – 20 amp

Resort Amenities: 35 Unit Hotel – Poolside, Waterfront and 1-Bedroom Apartments

Housekeeping Service • Cable TV • Free WiFi Laundry Facilities • Two Heated Pools Pet Friendly • Continental Breakfast Onsite Restaurant & Tiki Bar

WWW.DOCKSIDEINN.COM

EMAIL: INFO@DOCKSIDEINN.COM MARINA RESERVATIONS/INFORMATION (772) 201–5773 RESORT RESERVATIONS/INFORMATION (772) 468–3555

4

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

SAFETY TRIM BLEED

Progressive Casualty Ins. Co. & affiliates. Annual premium for a basic liability policy not available all states. Prices vary based on how you buy. *Available with comprehensive and collision coverage.

There’s a reason they say, Curse like a sailor.

That’s why we offer basic plans starting at $100 a year with options that won’t depreciate your watercraft and accessories*.

1.800.PROGRESSIVE | PROGRESSIVE.COM COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM I OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

5

THE BAHAMAS: BEAUTIFUL, DANGEROUS

although great variability exists between the northern and southern islands. This variability is most easily seen on Andros, the largest Bahamian island, where pine forests dominate in the north and give way to more tropical vegetation in the south.

The majority of The Bahamas are low lying, with about 80 percent of the islands less than 15 feet above sea level. This, along with the fact that the islands span a great distance in warm tropical waters, make them attractive to tourists, who flock in for beautiful beaches, friendly faces and fantastic fishing. The Bahamas are heavily reliant on tourism, and for many “Family Islands,” angling tourism is vital for their survival.

Unfortunately, these geographical traits also make The Bahamas susceptible to flooding and damage from tropical storms and hurricanes.

The expansive nature of the islands of The Bahamas is a mixed blessing.

Being large means Bahamians are more likely to be impacted somewhere in the chain by severe weather, but it also means many areas will remain untouched. This was the case with Hurricane Dorian, which devastated the two most northern islands, Abaco and Grand Bahama, but left countless others unharmed.

The impact from Dorian on Abaco and Grand Bahama is catastrophic, and the outpourings of aid a blessing. One of the best ways to help The Bahamas overcome this tragedy, and future events, is to help the tourism-based economy by travelling to untouched parts of the islands.

The author with a Bahamian bonefish caught from Andros Island while fishing out of the Two Boys Inn with one of the many legendary Neymour For anglers, this is a great opportunity to fish new waters. If you have family of guides. never been, try Andros, the Exumas, Long Island, Bimini, Acklins Island, Crooked Island, Mayaguana, Inagua or many other fantastic destinations

By Tom Karrow throughout The Bahamas. he Bahamas are roughly 700 islands and cays with an additionIn this time of need, take the opportunity to help The Bahamas and Baal 5,000 low-lying rocks. Only about 30 of the 700 islands are hamians by simply booking a trip and getting on the water. Grab your fainhabited, leaving hundreds of tropical islands for wildlife. The vorite rods, reels, lines and leaders, tie up some Gotcha flies and give it a go. chain stretches more than 500 miles from the Island of Inagua in the Tom Karrow, PhDc, MES, BES, BED, is nearing completion of a PhD in Gesoutheast, to the northernmost island of Grand Bahama, an economic ography and Environmental Management, focused on sustainability of The Bahahub for the islands. mian bonefishing industry through ethnography. He was a research fellow at the Situated off the southeast coast of the continental United States, University of The Bahamas and is sponsored by R.L.Winston Fly Rods, Nautilus the climate is dominated by warm tropical-like air and water currents, Fly Reels, FishPond Gear, Costa Sunglasses and Simms.

AND SIMPLY SPECTACULAR!

T

EXPERIENCE THE

FIGHT! Full Variable Speed Control Powerful Brushless Motor Retains Handle Function Digital Line Counter Auto Stop, 12/24VDC Compact & Sleek Design

855-HOOK-ONE 6

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

B T L “ a r f

—

“I’’ve gotten many compliments on this watch. The craftsmanship is phenomenal and the watch is simply pleasing to the eye.”

—M., Irvine, CA “GET THIS WATCH.” —M., Wheeling, IL

Back in Black: The New Face of Luxury Watches “...go black. Dark and handsome remains a classic for a reason” — Men’s Journal

I’ll Take Mine Black…No Sugar

I

n the early 1930s watch manufacturers took a clue from Henry Ford’s favorite quote concerning his automobiles, “You can have any color as long as it is black.” Black dialed watches became the rage especially with pilots and race drivers. Of course, since the black dial went well with a black tuxedo, the adventurer’s black dial watch easily moved from the airplane hangar to dancing at the nightclub.

Now, Stauer brings back the “Noire”, a design based 27 jewels and handon an elegant timepiece built in 1936. Black dialed, assembled parts drive complex automatics from the 1930s have recently hit this classic masterpiece. new heights at auction. One was sold for in excess of $600,000. We thought that you might like to have an affordable version that will be much more accurate than the original.

Basic black with a twist. Not only are the dial, hands and face vintage, but we used a 27-jeweled automatic movement. This is the kind of engineering desired by fine watch collectors worldwide. But since we design this classic movement on state of the art computer-controlled Swiss built machines, the accuracy is excellent.

Three interior dials display day, month and date. We have priced the luxurious Stauer Noire at a price to keep you in the black… only 3 payments of $33. So slip into the back of your black limousine, savor some rich tasting black coffee and look at your wrist knowing that you have some great times on your hands.

An offer that will make you dig out your old tux.

The movement of the Stauer Noire wrist watch carries an extended two year warranty. But first enjoy this handsome timepiece risk-free for 30 days for the extraordinary price of only 3 payments of $33. If you are not thrilled with the quality and rare design, simply send it back for a full refund of the item price. But once you strap on the Noire you’ll want to stay in the black.

Exclusive Offer—Not Available in Stores Stauer Noire Watch $399† Your Cost With Offer Code

$99 + S&P Save $300

OR 3 credit card payments of $33 + S&P

1-800-333-2045 Offer Code: NWT483-06

You must use this offer code to get our special price.

† Special price only for customers using the offer code versus the price on Stauer.com without your offer code.

Stauer

®

14101 Southcross Drive W., Ste 155, Dept. NWT483-06 Burnsville, Minnesota 55337 www.stauer.com

Rating of A+

27-jewel automatic movement • Month, day, date and 24-hour, sun/ moon dials • Luminous markers • Date window at 3’ o’clock • Water resistant to 5 ATM • Crocodile embossed leather strap in black fits wrists to 6½"–9"

Stauer… Afford the Extraordinary.®

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

7

HIGH PERFORMANCE TRAILER COMPONENTS TORSION AXLE WITH REMOVABLE SPINDLE

■ Built-in forged brake flange ■ Replaceable spindles reduce down

time and expensive axle replacement ■ Stainless steel wear sleeve eliminates corrosion and provides a longer seal/ bearing life

■ 100,000 mile or 6-year

Pregreased with Lucas Oil Products Marine Grease

limited warranty ■ “No Touch” lubrication system ■ No maintenance required www.dexteraxle.com

Take a

ROD BUILDING CLASS

Houston, TX

Clark, NJ

Charlotte, NC

Baltimore, MD

Orlando, FL

Chicago, IL

San Antonio, TX

San Diego, CA

Register at:

WWW.MUDHOLE.COM/CLASSES

MUDHOLE.COM/TURNKEY 8

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

TRES NIÑAS TOURS CENTRAL-PACIFIC

COSTA RICA

Creating Great Memories

Inshore Fishing

Coastal Crawl

Whale Watching

Offshore Fishing

25 and 27 ft. Dusky Center Console Boats

Take Your Pick!

Marina Pez Vela in Quepos or Los Suenos Resort and Marina LOS SUENOS

36 foot Customized Luhrs Express

DREAM II

32 Foot Customized Luhrs Express

“One of the Oldest Established Professional Charter Operations in Costa Rica” Professional Crews • Professional Rods Reels And Gear

WWW.TRESNINASTOURS.COM

Cell: (506) 8305-0041 Office: (506) 4700-3384 U.S: (561) 427-1306 • U.S: (561) 427-2137

info@tresninastours.com

BIG TROUT OR EASY TROUT ON THE NANTAHALA DH

Editor’s Note: In honor of delayed harvest trout regulations opening across the Southeast, here’s a look at one of North Carolina’s best. This description of the Nantahala River between Murphy and Bryson City is an abbreviated excerpt from the book “Flyfisher’s Guide to North Carolina & Georgia.”

By Nick Carter

W

easy or difficult as you make it, although frequently the water gets quite high with winter rains.

Don’t let heavy flow and a little bit of a stain deter you. Murky water combined with the right nymph or streamer can be the right combination to fool big fish that see a lot of flies. And there are some big fish. North Carolina does a great job of sprinkling trophy-sized individuals in with its stockings.

For years, the Nantahala DH was a destination location for me before a move to Graham County just a few miles from the river made it a back-up plan. At the time, I was a wild trout snob. I can’t count the times I drove past easier fishing and larger fish to hike into remote streams where 5-inch fish were the norm. I don’t regret that. It was fun. What I do regret since moving away from Graham County are the Wednesday afternoons I had off work when I passed on the opportunity to fish the DH. I did, however, fish it a lot. What I learned was the fishing can be ridiculously easy for numbers after a stocking, but the better fish require a little work. The river can also be downright difficult once the fish wise up.

Showing them either something natural or something out of the ordinary can be productive.

Patience is also a virtue. Moving quickly and picking off the eager feeders is a good way to land a bunch of standard hatchery fish. Moving slowly and stealthily, watching the water and carefully picking your casts helps for those larger fish.

In a place where almost all the fish come to hand with lip piercings, there are individuals that become reluctant to eat. Egg patterns, Buggers, mop flies and flashy nymphs get the most attention after a stocking. But bugs will be on the water, with winter stones, blue winged olives, midges and maybe some small caddis popping off in sunny spots during winter.

Come spring, the river is a riot of bug activity, and dry fly fishing gets very good. At any given time, there might be black and tan caddis, small dark stoneflies, yellow sallies, midges and a variety of mayflies on the water.

ith special regulations calling for catch and release, sin“Flyfisher’s Guide to North Carolina & Georgia” includes maps, GPS gle-hook, artificial only October into June, a nearly 4-mile stretch of North Carolina’s Nantahala River is very popular access points and detailed descriptions of the region’s best trout fishing. this time of year. There is easy roadside access and wading can be as It is available on Amazon, at fly shops or by contacting the author at nsc8957@gmail.com.

Looking For A Cabin Getaway? www.

boats.net

CALL FOR YOUR LOCAL DEALER

252-235-2461

EDITORIAL Getting Started Fly Fishing

by Stephanie Winter

Fly fishing is my business and my passion, and I’m known to get a little too enthusiastic when explaining the feeling of watching a trout sip a dry fly off a pristine stream. As a fly fishing guide, it’s my job to not only to put clients on fish, but instruct them on entomology, reading the river and casting, helping them become better anglers.

I spend quite a bit of time on the water teaching clients, friends and family how to cast and catch fish. Here are a few tips if you are interested in fly fishing, but don’t know how to begin: See if you like it.

The first and best thing you can do is to go fly fishing with someone who knows what they’re doing. Whether that be a guide or a friend, have someone help you so you’re not left completely clueless standing in a river. If you don’t know anyone who fly fishes, try going to an Orvis store, or your local fly shop and ask about casting lessons.

Taking casting lessons will not only allow you to gather knowledge, but also meet other beginners and professionals who are interested in the sport.

Choosing Equipment I’m a big proponent of borrowing a fly fishing set up before you buy your own ensuring you like the sport before you drop a hefty chunk of change on equipment. But once you’ve decided fly fishing is for you it’s important to buy the right equipment. Make sure you talk to someone at a fly shop about the right rod, reel, and fly line before you make a purchase. Blindly choosing a setup online can end up costing you a lot of money for the wrong products. You don’t need the fanciest, most high-tech equipment available but you need the basics. A five or six weight is good when fishing freshwater for trout, bass and panfish. An eight to ten weight works well for saltwater when fishing for Stripers, False Albacore, Bonefish, Redfish and in freshwater for Pike, Muskie, Steelhead and Salmon. Choosing a high quality reel is more important when fishing for heavier fish as you will put fish “on the reel” more frequently. When buying a saltwater setup, a sealed drag will slow the corrosive elements of saltwater but will not stop corrosion completely. Remember to rinse all of your equipment after use in saltwater. When you buy a reel, buy a fly line and backing as well allowing the retailer to set up the reel then and there. When they set up the reel, most likely if you are right-handed you will be left-hand retrieve and vice versa. Picking up combo setup is generally the easiest and most economical path if you don’t want to

choose your fly rod, reel and line separately. Combo setups include a rod, reel, fly line and backing. Other essential equipment you’ll need is leader (9ft 3x or 4x for freshwater, 20 lb. test for saltwater), tippet, nippers (can use fingernail clippers), forceps or needle nose pliers and a fly box.

Picking Flies When choosing flies, you’ll want some combination of dry flies, nymphs, streamers for freshwater and streamers for saltwater.

Placement of the fly is much more important than the fly itself, so don’t worry about getting a ton of different flies before you have some accuracy casting. Just stick with the basics. After selecting your flies, practice tying your flies onto your leader. I normally use an improved clinch knot which is easy and fast.

Practice Before you head out to the shore or river, set up a few hula hoops or other targets and cast without a fly on your lawn. Nothing is worse than being surrounded by fish without the skill to get your fly to the right spot. Know that fly fishing isn’t a sport that can be perfected overnight. It will take time, practice and patience before you start to feel a mastery of the sport.

Learn to read the water Finally, learning to read the water is essential in learning how to fly fish. The best methods to learn water are to hire a guide to show you the good water, or do a lot of trial and error fishing yourself. When you get to a body of water, don’t immediately start casting. Sit on the bank or shore and set up your rod, taking the time to monitor any activity. A good fisherman observes more than he casts.

Stephanie Winter is a Boston-based angler splitting her free time fishing in Vermont, Cape Cod, and Southwestern Montana. Find more fish pics on her instagram - @stephrwinter

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 1

Boston Bruins Alumni

Legendary Blues guy James Montgomery in his Captain Blues

Dennis Liacos, founder of the Oysterville Yacht Club, named George K. Regan, Jr. Commodore Emeritus. The OYC has over 7000 members worldwide, that's more than any other yacht club on the planet. You don't need a boat to join. It doesn't even have a clubhouse or a yacht basin to call home. But more importantly, what the OYC does have is a huge heart.

Its members have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for a host of 501-c charities including The Cam Neely Cancer Foundation; Cranberry Sunset Horse Farm for Autistic and Specials Needs Children; Joslin Diabetes Center; Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; and the United Heroes League benefiting children of Massachusetts Deployed Military members through their annual Five Bays Fishing Tournament which takes place every fall. Captain Rick Middleton of the Boston Bruins chaired the 2019 event and donations are still being accepted: UNITED HEROES LEAGUE P. O. Box 101 Oysterville MA 02655 For more information about becoming a member of the Oysterville Yacht Club please send your name and address to oystervilleyachtclub@gmail.com or oyc@comcast.net

Cranberry Sunset Farm's CAPRICIOUS wearing the burgee

OYC Team with Governor Baker 2 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

ni

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 3

CATCH PHOTOS Fishing with Shelley By Shelley Wigglesworth Scenes from September fishing in Southern Maine-offshore and inshore. Cod, and Pollack on the F/V Nor’easter (www.noreasterfishing.com), Stripers caught by Steve and Moose inshore in Southern Maine, and sharks Mako-from Teazer Charters (www.teazercharters.com), Blue on F/V Nor’easter.

4 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

CATCH PHOTOS

Shelley (Fleming) Wigglesworth is an award-winning freelance journalist from Maine and a mate on the F/V Nor’easter out of Kennebunkport, Maine. Her work can be found in the following publications: The Village Magazine, York County Coast Star, Yankee Magazine (online), National Fisherman Magazine, Commercial Fisheries News, Points East Magazine, Coastal Angler Magazine and The Maine Lobstermen's Association's "Landings."

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 5

EDITORIAL Photo: “October on the Penobscot”

by Richard Yvon

Fall Smallies

by Richard Yvon

Maine Outdoors Adventures with Twin Maple Outdoors For die hard fishermen, there is nothing more pleasing than a fall day enjoyed on open water. This year should prove to be a treat due to a favorable summer fishy conditions.

Rain is a good thing! Most serious anglers would agree that higher water flows is always good not only for the angler but more importantly for the fish. Getting everyone on board with the mind-set, fish come first and fisherman come second is also a good thing in my humble opinion. Taking care of the fish and their environment, will in deed take care of the fisherman.

Smallmouth bass, although considered invasive and not native to Maine, pound for pound are by far, one of the best fighting fish in North America. As water temperatures fall in late summer, bass start to feed heavily in order to survive the icy, dormant period that lies ahead. Big, egg laden females are bulking up which presents a window of opportunity for exceptional big fish fishing.

Our fishing this season in Maine has been great due to plenty of water from generous rain falls. As our season comes into October, open water fishing opportunities 6 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

exist for both cold and warm water inland species. Fall is here with cool nights that bring down water temps in the 60’s and 50’s. This spring in Maine was basically a flash in the pan…Our cold winter had made more ice than I can recall. In fact, on our last guided ice fishing trip in April, ice in Northern Maine was in excess of over 4 feet.

Our annual rainbow smelt dip net fishing was also short lived due to stubborn ice keeping our lakes closed in.

Our weather is certainly changing and effecting the when and how we fish. The summer for our inland fish was very hospitable due to a trend of moderate temps and plenty of rain fall which kept our waters flowing and running on the cooler side. Typically, the month of August is when most fisherman have a lull, target warm water species in anticipation for the cooler fall temperatures. Also in August, hot weather days typically rise water temps to over 70 degrees which stresses out our cold-water species such as the land lock salmon and brook trout. Most guides and anglers opt for smallmouth bass in August. This year, both our cold and warm water fisheries water did better than the last few years.

Photo: “The FireDiscto do Smallmouth bass fishing has and should continue Cooker” by Richard Yvon well into November until dormancy.

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

Yvon

EDITORIAL Fishing smallmouth bass in cold water temps can most certainly be a challenge for even the most experienced of anglers. Knowing fish behavior and patterns at different times of the season is key to being successful. In other words, the tactics you used in July are not necessarily going to work for you in October. Fish holding patterns and behavior changes once water temps delve into 60’s and into 50’s. If you are to locate active fish in October, fishing thoroughly and with finesse will help you become successful. Lake smallmouth and river smallmouth behave very differently as well as techniques. It’s always fun to fish with folks that are used to lake fishing or vise versa. There are always new things to learn from just about anyone. One thing that brings joy to a fishing guide is certainly learning new techniques, baits and approach to different fishing conditions. The more open minded, versatile and multitask oriented you become, success will always be sure follow. Before venturing out in October, be sure to check your waters regulations.

Typically they change and do not stay the same year after year. As a fishery changes as does the Penobscot river, abstracts change as well. Good luck and good fishing!

About Richard Yvon…Rich is a full time Registered Maine Guide. He owns and operates Twin Maple Outdoors guide service and sporting lodge located in Bradford, Maine. He is a “Certified Yamaha G3 Guide” that runs fly and spin fishing trips with a G3 Jet boat and Stealthcraft drift boat. Rich also guides Maine Partridge, Turkey, Moose, Deer hunting and recreation adventures. When Rich is not on adventures, he serves as a board member for the Native Fish Coalition, Maine chapter. He is also an outdoor writer, tree farmer, flyfishing instructor and certified NRA firearms instructor.

Spending time in Maine’s North Woods, has provided a canvas for Rich to share his passion of the outdoors with all walks of life. His company’s mission is “To Provide All People the Opportunity to Enjoy Maine’s Outdoors.”

Photo: “October Smallmouth Bass” by Richard Yvon

Fly or Spin Fishing – Streamside, Drift Boat, Jet Boat Fishing Trips Recreation Trips - Moose Safaris, Hiking (Ice Caves, Waterfalls, etc), Camping, Kayaking/Canoeing and Historical Tours

If you are interested in a Maine Outdoor Adventure, please reach out to Rich! email: info@TwinMapleOutdoors.com call: 207-907-9151 visit: https://twinmapleoutdoors.com Luxury Sport Lodging Ice Fishing - Lodging, Heated Fishing Shelters, Instruction Hunting – Moose, Deer, Turkey and Partridge COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 7

FEATURED PHOTOS BY PETE MCMANUS

Making a Splash

By Pete McManus

I

don't leave my house to fish without a polaris style popper from May 1st, till Halloween.

They cast a mile. They're easy to use.(if its splashin, its working!)

And the hook ups on the surface are for sure the most exciting way to catch a bass and bluefish from a boat, or the shore. Easily one of my favorite day time lures to throw.

float motionless. When the water depth isn't a factor or distance is the most important factor, I have a couple 3, and 4 ounce poppers that sink fast, requiring a quicker retrieve and more rod action to keep the lure splashing on top.

The heavier lures cut through wind much better than any floating options I've found. The fast sink also seem to be the better choice in heavy surf. I've even For me, casting distance is usu- seen them successfully jigged in ally the deciding factor when the canal as an attempt to show reaching for one of my top water the fish a unique presentation. options. For shallower water, or situations when the fish are par- Colors will vary depending on ticularly picky, I'll go to a float- the bait you are trying to match ing popper allowing me to work but bone color variations seem the lure slowly, and even let it to be a winner. No matter the

8 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

season, weather, or moon phase bone colored topwater lures catch fish. Yellow is hard to beat for targeting bluefish, or matching any size bunker.

surface. Predators like bass and blues are triggered by the prospect of an easy meal, and attack.

Occasionally coming completely out of the water to take your offering. If a fish misses, or you I always attempt to vary the drop a fish, continue on working speeds and styles I work the lure. the lure. Don't give up on a cast Rod tip up,slow reel and a stiff till the lure is back at your feet. ,steady twitch of the rod tip creating a large splash is the most com- Find yourself a popper that mon way to retrieve the plug. Try matches up with your rod and mixing up the reel speed. Chang- allows you to feel confident casting the timing of the rod twitches. ing. Remember, even when there And even letting the lure float for are no signs of fish activity on long periods with an occasional the surface, fish will come to the hard twitch to create a big splash. top to smash your offering! Keep The idea of these presentations is casting! to replicate a medium size bait fish feeding on smaller bait at the

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

FEATURED PHOTOS BY PETE MCMANUS

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 9

FEATURED PHOTOS BY PETE MCMANUS Pete McManus is an angler and photographer from Cape Cod. You can see more of his work on Instagram – @pete_mcmanus_

UPCOMING EVENTS Check out some of these local fishing events and tournaments.

To include your event in this listing, send it to us at boston@coastalanglermagazine.com

The Back Eddy Fishing Tournament Westport • October 10-14

Life-Skills, Inc Charity Bass Fishing Tournament Webster • October 13

Oct 15, 2019 6:45pm Eeling in the Merrimack

by Joe Brotz Come learn from someone who has caught more than a dozen stripers weighing 50 lbs. (or more) in his career.

Salisbury Hilton Senior Center (behind the fire station) 43 Lafayette Road (Route 1) Salisbury, MA 01952 $5 public admission / Free for club members

10 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

OCTOBER CATCH OF THE MONTH

on, Chris n MacKinnr a good day h Jo r, e lm John Pa Paul Lesslie afte nd ter Hopkins, a on the wa

Paul Lo p

es with

a large

mouth

bass

Shannon Humphreys with a striped bass

a Stephanie Winter with trout

brown Chip Rich with a spanish mack

Send us your catch photos! Email boston@coastalanglermagazine.com COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

|

OCTOBER 2019

|

BOSTON 11

RELENTLESS. RESULTS.

30

YEARS OF BUILDING BRANDS

www.regancomm.com • 617-488-2800 BOSTON / NEW YORK / WASHINGTON DC / NEW LONDON / PROVIDENCE / CAPE COD / FLORIDA / CHARLESTON

12 BOSTON | OCTOBER 2019

|

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

FREE

Snapper pens!

Season O + Smoker Kings

IODUCNT SUSNGLAISSDES REEVIE:W

NEW PR

.C OM I D E RMLAG O R L D W NG LE A B L E W TA LA S A VA I CO AS U N I T I E O P P O R T

TERS ACTION CHAR

TESY OF DISTR PHOTO COUR VOLUME 24

ALABAMA ADDS THREE-DAY FALL RED SNAPPER SEASON

T

hose looking to fill the freezer with tasty red snapper will have a few more days in Alabama thanks to a three-day fall season announced for the weekend of Oct. 4-6.

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources will open an additional three-day private angler recreational season for red snapper at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 4 until midnight on Sunday, Oct. 6.

The possession limit is two fish per person with a minimum size limit of 16 inches total length. Anglers are reminded that as of Sept. 1, 2019, any angler age 16 and older must have a Reef Fish Endorsement to possess any species of Gulf reef fish. For more information about the Reef Fish Endorsement, visit www.outdooralabama.com/saltwater-fishing/saltwater-reef-fish-endorsement.

Landing estimates are derived from mandatory angler reports submitted through Alabama’s Snapper Check Program. Anglers are reminded that greater amberjack is available for voluntary reporting through the Snapper Check app.

Detailed red snapper landing information from the 2018 and 2019 seasons is available at www.outdooralabama.com/saltwater-fishing/ exempted-fishing-permit.

• ISSUE 292

JULY 2019

I S E F R A N C H

Florida Coastal Angler Franchise Locations Now Available MIAMI • FLORDIA KEYS OKEECHOBEE The Coastal Angler Magazine Franchise systems enable individuals with no prior publishing experience to publish a credible and profitable localized version of our award winning magazine.

If you love the outdoors, there’s nothing better! What we’re offering is a proven method to generate income in a field that you’re passionate about.

For more information visit www.franchise.coastalanglermag.com

888-800-9794

FLY FISHING’S

WARMWATER REVOLUTION

By Nick Carter

T

here’s a brutish undercurrent gaining momentum in fly fishing.

Whether it’s river-run striped bass, muskie or carp, long-rodders are targeting freshwater’s most powerful fish. Here are a few destinations where you can get in on the action.

James River Photo courtesy of Matt Miles Muskie, Virginia The James River is one of the few rivers in the east that supports a fishable wild muskie population.

Guide Matt Miles eagerly pointed out that most of the fish they catch, the 35- to 42-inchers, were spawned wild in the upper James.

He said the monster 50-inchers might have originally come from the hatchery, but they still prowl the river, ready to give anglers the adrenaline rush of a lifetime.

Between Iron Gate and Lynchburg, Va., more than 80 miles of the James are considered muskie water. The relatively shallow pool and riffle habitat is uniquely suited to hunting freshwater’s biggest, toothiest fish with a fly rod.

But muskie fishing isn’t for everyone. Casting waterlogged, 14-inch-long streamers on sinking lines with 10- and 11-weight rods is a workout. Doing it all day in hope of a single take requires mental fortitude. Peak muskie season is October through mid-March.

Saluda & Congaree River Striper, South Carolina Each spring, South Carolina striped bass go on the move. From the Santee-Cooper Lakes between Columbia and Charleston, fish run some 60 miles up the Congaree and arrive in Columbia to spawn in April.

By early May they push into the lower Saluda, where they spend the summer in the cold-water refuge of a 10-mile stretch of tailwater.

Jake Howard, of Saluda Valley Guides, tapes his thumbs during the June through August heart of the striper season because they become raw from lipping fish. He told of huge numbers of stripers and said 60-fish days are possible for anglers who can lay out line with a 10-weight rod and 350-grain sinking lines. The standard fish weighs 4 to 8 pounds, but 20-, 30- and even 50-pounders are caught each season.

Catawba Chain Carp, North Carolina More than 15 years ago, Capt. Paul Rose left the Texas coast with his flats skiff in tow. He settled in the North Carolina Piedmont, far from the salt marshes he loves. But he found a new passion in the clear Catawba River lakes between Asheville and Charlotte, N.C. In the shallows, he watched carp tailing like redfish.

The fishing style that arose is a lot like sight casting to bonefish.

Rose poles anglers over clear-water flats, searching for pods of carp rooting and feeding. Many clients hire Rose to practice before a trip to the Bahamas. They return because carp are so much fun.

Fish from 3 pounds up to 20 pounds call for a 6- or 7-weight rod.

The peak season on impoundments like Lake Norman and Lake James runs from May through September.

Nick Carter is the author of “Flyfisher’s Guide to North Carolina & Georgia.” It is available on Amazon.com, and autographed copies are available by emailing the author at nsc8957@gmail.com.

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

9

FRESHWATER

Catch More Memories

Electronics Box/ Lockable Storage Life Jacket Storage Bag Folds for Storage

Weather Protection Rocket Launchers Integrated Grab Rails

FishLight.com

More Than Just A Folding T-Top • Universal for any center console 24-50” wide • Many options to customize your T-Top • Install it yourself or by a Fishmaster dealer • Folds twice for storage, low clearance, or HOA compliance

FISHMASTER.COM/ANGLER

877-777-8693

Fishmaster Angler Ad.indd 1

10

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

3/25/2019 10:23:58 AM

MASSIVE BROWN TROUT SETS MISSOURI RECORD

THE Perfect

Hydraulic Trim Tabs

• Designed for heavy saltwater use • 8 sizes to choose from boats 20’ - 50’ • Standard equipment in names like Contender, Yellowfin, SeaVee, Fountain, Military, & More

Pairing!

Photo courtesy of Lilleys’ Landing Resort & Marina

Led Positon Indicator

A

n enormous 40-pound, 6-ounce brown trout caught at Lake Taneycomo in southwest Missouri is a new state record and just a couple pounds shy of the IGFA all-tackle world record.

Bill Babler, a veteran fishing guide from Blue Eye, Mo., caught the monster brown on Sept. 4 using a pink Berkley plastic worm. He caught it on 6x tippet, which equates to less than 4-pound test, making his catch 2 ounces heavier than the current IGFA 4-pound line class record.

The previous state record, set just seven months, weighed 34 pounds, 10 ounces. It was also caught at Lake Taneycomo.

Babler told the Springfield News-Leader he’d only been out fishing for a few minutes when he caught his new state record.

“As soon as I set the hook it came to the top and I knew we had a good fish on,” Babler told the newspaper. “We positioned the boat in an unobstructed area.

It was pulling drag pretty good!”

Babler attempted to keep the behemoth alive in an aerated tank, but unfortunately the trout died before it could be released.

Fisheries Biologist Shane Bush said the fish was eight or nine-years-old.

For more information on Missouri state-record fish, visit the MDC website at https://short.mdc.mo.gov/Z3t.

1025 TAB Shown with optional Garmin Panoptix

• Accurate LED position of tabs drives, fuel & more

• Reads N2K or Analog • Gateway to N2K Devices

sales@livorsi.com • www.livorsi.com

847-752-2700

Don’t Suffocate Your Boat with Shrink Wrap!

WINTERIZE WITH A HIGH-QUALITY CARVER BOAT COVER!

CARVER BOAT COVER

SHRINK WRAPPING

A rugged, breathable Carver boat cover is more cost-effective and environmentally friendly than shrink wrap. When properly supported and secured, a Carver boat cover will outperform shrink wrap, help prevent mold and mildew, and provide accessibility to your boat...year after year. Stop throwing money in the landfill every Spring.

Carver covers are on sale now at select retailers!

Visit CarverCovers.com COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

11

Ultimate Control For Saltwater Fishing Boats The Dometic Group Introduces New Optimus Electric Steering Actuator

S

altwater anglers who fish aboard today’s large center console fishing machines and other high-performance outboard powered boats will soon be able to experience a new level of precision steering and vessel control.

The Dometic Group is introducing its new Optimus Universal Electric Steering Actuator.

Incorporating proprietary technology and several new components designed and manufactured by Dometic, this new actuator is built exclusively for use with its Optimus Joystick and Electric Power Steering Systems.

About the same size as the Dometic Tournament Cylinder, the Optimus Electric Steering Actuator mounts directly on the outboard in place of the present hydraulic cylinder. With its powerful drive train, integrated proprietary position sensors and embedded electronics, it eliminates the need for separately mounted hydraulic actuators used in the Optimus Joystick and EPS systems. This means no more Pump Control Module, no more hydraulic pump, no more hoses, hydraulic cylinders and fluid, and no more purging the system.

“We are continually inventing ways to make boat building more efficient and boating more enjoyable,” said Eric Fetchko, President of Dometic Marine Americas. “Once again, we have taken marine steering to the next level. You have my word that we will never stop innovating and solving industry problems.”

In terms of performance underway, ease of installation and seasonafter-season reliability, the new Optimus Electric Steering Actuator will provide substantial benefits to boat builder and skipper alike. With the present system, the signal from the Optimus electronic helm goes to the Pump Control Module, which activates an electro-hydraulic steering system. Even though it is “by-wire,” hydraulic fluid is still pumped through hoses and into the steering cylinders on the outboard(s) which act on the tiller arms of the outboards to move left or right.

With the new Optimus Electric Steering Actuator, the electronic helm signal goes directly to the actuator which instantly moves the outboard. The “brains” of the Pump Control Module, including ECM, rudder position circuit and CANbus communication, have been

12

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

transplanted into the new Optimus Electric Steering Actuator itself.

Steering power is delivered by a proprietary high-torque high-efficiency brushless DC electric motor, designed and manufactured

by Dometic, and a patented compact roller-screw drive system, also a proprietary Dometic design. Both the motor and power train reside within the steering actuator.

In terms of steering performance, skippers will sense a marked improvement in handling. Steering response will be immediate, smooth and precise, thanks to this robust, industry-leading drive train that provides unparalleled performance and system rigidity when needed most.

Programmable steering settings, including adjustable speed-sensitive lockto-lock turns, adjustable speed sensitive wheel effort, and speed-sensitive rudder angle limits to ensure safe steering, continue to be available, now without the need for any extra components.

Installation of the new system is a snap, with just three CANbus connections plus power. Twin, triple and quad outboard installations will be set up similar to the present design, with Optimus Electric Steering Actuators controlling adjacent outboards via tie-bars. In addition, the new Electric Steering Actuator will interface with compatible autopilot systems in the same manner as the present Optimus systems. Dometic’s SeaWays Autopilot and SeaStation GPS Anchoring functionality are also built in.

The Dometic Optimus Electric Steering Actuator exceeds all applicable marine standards, including NMMA, ABYC, CE and SAE electrical and environmental requirements. The actuators are maintenance free, except for regular greasing of the steering ram via installed zerk fittings. Over 100,000 hours of rigorous testing during development assures safe and reliable performance under harsh salt and freshwater conditions, all in keeping with Dometic’s proven reputation for superior quality.

To learn more, visit seastarsolutions.com

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

ew ng

is ry cy or, ed ed ve ry he de r. ng ill be ng ty

He’ll typically kick the morning off with redfish encounters in depths of 2 feet or less. As the sun grows stronger, he’ll probe docks and structure looking for summer flounder before finishing off with feisty seatrout in feeder creeks.

“I’m thinking this season will be a special one if we don’t get smacked by any major storms,” said Collins. “There’s tons of bait around already, and it’s been a long time since I’ve seen as many mullet as we have this year. Crabs and small menhaden are abundant, too. Plus we have tons of shrimp; everything loves shrimp.”

By Tom Schlichter Collins targets early morning reds around oyster bars, oyster reefs and oyster rocks in water that is generally hip-deep or less. He’ll work shoal areas and Seatrout: Dale Collins puts a fare even dig into the grass on White Oak Sound, White Oak River and the area on a pretty Oak River area sea trout. Photo courtesy of Do or Die surrounding Swansboro with a 7-foot, 6- to 10-pound class Star Seagis rod. His Charters, Swansboro, N.C. lure of choice for the reds is a Skitter Walk SW11 in a golden mullet pattern that always seems to bring surface thrills. Backing off the edges and working near docks and structure, he’ll switch to a ¾-ounce white Spro bucktail tipped with a 4-inch Berkley Gulp! pearl-white shrimp for the flatties.

“For the reds,” disclosed Collins, “I keep a second rod rigged with a Z-Man soft plastic or Gulp! Jerk Shad impaled on a weedless screw-style hook. If a redfish blows up on the topwater but misses, I immediately send the soft plastic his way. He’ll slam that as soon as it starts to sink.”

For flounder, Collins hops his bucktail about a foot at a time, but it’s vital you actually feel it strike bottom on the drop. “Most hits come as the lure falls, and if you don’t feel it hit bottom it’s probably in a fish’s mouth,” he said. “Strike immediately, because those flounder spit a lure out quickly once they realize it’s a fake.”

As for the specks, Collins recommends getting on them as soon as possible.

“You’ll find the biggest fish arrive first,” he said. Throw a Mirrolure MR 17 or ou’ve got to love fall’s promise here in North Carolina,” said Capt. Dale 18, or try my personal favorite: a Zoom Golden Bream on a 1/16-ounce jighead.

Collins, of Fish or Die Charters (www.fishordiecharters; 252-422- Man can that lure catch some fish! Just work it slow and allow time for it to get 4236) in Swansboro, North Carolina. “The water temperatures are down deep. If you think you are fishing slowly enough, slow down a little more.” starting to cool and there’s plenty of red drum, flounder and big seatrout in our bays and creeks. Indeed, it’s my favorite time of year to fish around here.” If you’d like to fish the Swansboro area on your own, Collins suggests Collins should know. He’s built a reputation putting fares on big fish in launching from Cedar Point Wildlife Ramp near Dudley’s Marina (https:// skinny water in this area west of Morehead City and separated from Pamlico www.dudleysmarinanc.com; 252-393-2204) in Swansboro. For overnight accommodations Best Western Plus (252-393-9015) is right near the launch.

Sound on the southern side of Cape Lookout.

SWANSBORO, NC: FALL ROCKS WITH REDS, FLOUNDER AND SEATROUT

Y

le gs, ble kble eel gle ow

us ill ng he ot c’s re

all nd re via ng nd on

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

NATIONAL

13

SIGHT CASTING TO LOUISIANA’S BIG BULL REDS ON THE FLY

Photo courtesy of Michael Booth Jr.

I

t’s no secret that the Louisiana coast is an inshore angler’s dream.

A seemingly endless tangle of interconnected waterways, with big salt lakes, canals, grass, oysters and mud flats make the bayous south of New Orleans the No. 1 destination in the world for redfish.

Places like Grand Isle, Cocodrie, Venice, Delacroix and Hopedale are the destinations for redfish anglers seeking out some of the best fishing on the planet. The region is filthy with reds, and targeting big bulls with a fly rod is the ultimate thrill.

Angler Michael Booth Jr. and his buddies, many who are local captains, have made a practice of sight fishing these monsters. Instead of working the grass to find individual bulls or pods of slotsized redfish, they move out deeper on the big lakes in search of

schools of big bulls, which usually hunt in the 3- to 4-foot depths 100 to 200 yards off the grass.

“The weather has to be good for a couple weeks beforehand for the water to be clean enough to see them,” said Booth “When we go out looking for schools of big fish, we start about 20 yards out and pole that line until we figure out where the reds are holding that day.

Then they’ll usually all be in that same area.”

On certain special days, when a strong northeast wind and a low tide suck the water out of the marsh around Hopedale, those 4-foot depths become 2 feet and spotting fish is easy.

“Those big bulls will all be belly crawling with their backs out of the water,” said Booth.

But normally, finding fish means looking for the telltale dark triangles of tails and fins or fish pushing water as they chase bait and root for crabs. Booth said a good pair of green-mirror glasses with amber lenses makes it easier to distinguish the shadows and colors of a big redfish in tannic-stained water.

Once you find them, tempting them to eat a fly is a matter of trial and error to find the fly and retrieve they want on a given day.

Booth prefers fishing on top, and a size 2 Surface Seducer Double Barrel popper is the hot bait at the moment. Booth likes purple, gold, chartreuse, black and combinations of those colors.

Sometimes, when the fish aren’t feeding as actively, Booth said he’s forced to fish something that sinks. A size 2 shrimp pattern with extra large dumbbell eyes becomes the bait of choice. Again, purple and chartreuse work well, as do more natural tan or olive patterns.

A 10-weight rod, floating line and a 50-40-30 leader with 12 to 18 inches of 16- to 20-pound tippet are in order.

Booth said he’s seen days that brought 10 fish over 20 pounds to the rail and others when a single 40-pound red was reason for rejoicing.

“Any day you’re able to catch a 20-plus-pound bull red on a fly is pretty awesome,” he said.

26"

• 98 • 10 • We

*7

COMP

BLUE ITEM

20V EXT 1/2"

• 4.0

www.ratchetjacket.com

SA

BUILT TOUGH TO PROTECT YOUR STUFF #ratchetjacket

COMP

SNAP $

72

MODEL: CTB818

A GIFT FOR THE MAN THAT HAS EVERYTHING

WEA PRO

• 50 13 5-1

N

$1

COMP

PELIC

Flounder, Whale, Dolphin, Tuna, Military designs...

910-622-1012

20% OFF CODE: ANGLER 14

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

Coastal Carolina Cutting Boards 301 US Hwy 17 S, Suite 9 • Holly Ridge, NC 28445 www.cccboards.com

COMPA

BIG R $

29

MODEL:

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

hft_coas

SUPER COUPON 1,000+ Stores Nationwide • HarborFreight.com

Customer Rating

SUPER COUPON

26" x 22" SINGLE BANK EXTRA DEEP CABINETS

$

CE YOUR CHOIRS OF 6 COLO 9

31999 $2999 $

• 9800 cu. in. of storage • 1000 lb. capacity • Weighs 175 lbs.

SAVE 1,450

COMPARE TO

SNAP-ON $

MODEL: KRA4008FPBO

Item 64434, 64432, 64162, 56104, 56105, 56106

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

20% OFF

WITH ANY PURCHASE

SUPER BRIGHT LED /SMD WORK LIGHT/FLASHLIGHT

• Super-Strong, Ultra-Lightweight Composite Plastic • Magnetic Base & 360° Swivel Hook for Hands-Free Operation • 3- AAA Batteries (included) • 144 Lumens

ANY SINGLE ITEM*

ALL IN A SINGLE SUPER POWERFUL LIGHT COMPARE TO

*79323017 * 79323017

ITEM 63878/63991 PERFORMANCE $ 52 64005/69567/60566 MODEL: W2364 TOOL 63601/67227shown

1,750

*79323142 * 79323142

SUPER COUPON

FREE

OVER 5,000 5 STAR REVIEWS Customer Rating

13

Limit 1 coupon per customer per day. Save 20% on any 1 item purchased. *Cannot be used with other discount, coupon or any of the following items or brands: Inside Track Club membership, Extended Service Plan, gift card, open box item, 3 day Parking Lot Sale item, compressors, floor jacks, safes, storage cabinets, chests or carts, trailers, welders, Admiral, Ames, Bauer, Central Machinery, Cobra, CoverPro, Daytona, Diamondback, Earthquake, Fischer, Hercules, Icon, Jupiter, Lynxx, Poulan, Predator, Tailgator, Viking, Vulcan, Zurich. Not valid on prior purchases.

Non-transferable. Original coupon must be presented. Valid through 2/3/20.

*79322822 * 79322822 Cannot Cannotbe beused usedwith withother otherdiscounts discounts or or prior prior purchases. purchases. Original coupon must be presented.

Valid Valid through through 2/3/20 2/3/20 while while supplies supplies last. last. Limit Limit 11 FREE FREE GIFT per customer per day.

SUPER 7 FT. 4" x 9 FT. 6" COUPON ALL PURPOSE/WEATHER 3 GALLON, 100 PSI OIL-FREE RESISTANT TARP AIR COMPRESSORS • Air delivery: Customer Rating

.50 CAL METAL AMMO CAN

SUPER COUPON

900 WATT MAX. STARTING 2 CYCLE GAS POWERED GENERATOR

Customer Rating

0.6 CFM @ 90 PSI

$

YOUR CHOI

NOW

$299

8

$ 78

COMPARE TO

BLUE HAWK

MODEL: BG8X10-Y

SAVE $ 99 65% 4

ITEM 69115/69121/69129/69137/69249/877 shown

HOT DOG

ITEM 61615/60637 95275 shown Customer Rating

$

COMPARE TO

PORTER-CABLE

LIMIT 4 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

9862

MODEL: PCFP02003

$229

COMPARE TO

SNAP-ON $ 85

$

724

MODEL: CT8850PDB, CTB8185BK, CTC720

COMPARE TO

POWERSMART

$

12610

MODEL: PS50

$

ITEM 63024/63025 shown

16 $

12499

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

SUPER COUPON

1 SELLING JACKS IN AMERICA

#

29 PIECE RAPID PUMP 3 TON STEEL TITANIUM HEAVY DUTY LOW PROFILE DRILL BIT SET FLOOR JACK

SUPER COUPON

SUPER COUPON

250 LUMEN POP-UP LANTERN

®

Customer Rating

NOW

$1 0

COMPARE TO

68

MODEL: DW1369

SAVE 83%

$

ITEM 5889 62281/61637 shown

99

18

99

Customer Rating

• Weighs 78 lbs.

NOW

SAVE $90

$499

NOW

COMPARE TO

$9999 $10999

TEQ CORRECT $ 99

189

MODEL: T830018Z

ITEM 56618/56619/56620/56617 shown

COMPARE TO

$ GO GREEN POWER

1499 SAVE 66%

6

$ 99 ITEM 64110

*79325980 * 79325980

*79327161 * 79327161

*79327316 * 79327316

LIMIT 3 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

*79328109 * 79328109

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 4 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

10 FT. x 20 FT. PORTABLE CAR CANOPY MECHANIC'S GLOVES

WEATHERPROOF MODEL 9800 Customer Rating PROTECTIVE RIFLE CASE • 50-3/8" L 13-5/8" W 5-1/8" H

Customer Rating

NOW

99 $1 09 $ COMPARE TO

PELICAN

$

Customer Rating

26999

MODEL: DOUBLE RIFLE

SAVE $ 160

ITEM 64520 Case contents and locks not included.

10 GUN ELECTRONIC SECURITY SAFE

AVAIL. IN SM, MED, LG, XL, XXL

• CA DOJ compliant

$

99 $9999 $599 $4

SAVE $99 COMPARE TO

SUPER COUPON

NOW

NOW

14999

SUPER COUPON

SUPER COUPON

SUPER COUPON

$

SHELTER LOGIC

199

MODEL: 23522

$

119

99

ITEM 63054/62858 shown

COMPARE TO

VALEO $ 99

14

MODEL: 25521

34999 N9OW999 $2

Customer Rating COMPARE TO

STACK-ON

SAVE 66%

$

564 57

MODEL: SS-16-MB-E

ITEM 62434, 62426, 62433, 62432, 62429, 64178, 64179, 62428 shown

SAVE $ 264

ITEM 64008/64011 shown

Contents not included.

*79328215 * 79328215

*79329926 * 79329926

*79330218 * 79330218

*79330381 * 79330381

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 5 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

SUPER COUPON

SUPER COUPON

• Boom extends from 41" to 61-3/4" • Crane height adjusts from 73-5/8" to 89"

COMPARE TO

BIG RED $ 99

MODEL: 11674699

W 99 NO 99

239 1 89 SAVE 110 $ $

$

ITEM 60388/69514 shown

1500 WATT DUAL TEMPERATURE HEAT GUN (572°/1112°)

Customer Rating

BLUE HAWK $ 99

19

MODEL: 77280

SAVE 70%

ITEM 69505/62418/66537 shown

$5

99

8

$ 99

Customer Rating

500 LB. CAPACITY STEEL CARGO CARRIER

Customer Rating

NOW

NOW

COMPARE TO

SUPER COUPON

SUPER COUPON

72" x 80" MOVING BLANKET

2 TON CAPACITY FOLDABLE Customer Rating SHOP CRANE

299

1499

*79325879 * 79325879

DEWALT $ 14

ITEM 63537/64195/63852 shown

$

ITEM 63750 56810/63181 shown

LIMIT 4 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

99

269

MODEL: FSGWHE1030

SAVE 52%

*79325535 * 79325535

SUPER COUPON

99

24

99 9 0 1 $ SAVE

LIMIT 3 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

• 4.0 amp hour battery

NOW

GAME WINNER $ 99

NOW

Customer Rating

*79325373 * 79325373

Customer Rating

SAVE $494

$1 1 99

COMPARE TO

SAVE 59%

• 5 hour run time @ 50% capacity

NOW

9 $399

PANCAKE

ITEM 69269 97080 shown

*79324442 * 79324442

20V LITHIUM-ION EXTREME TORQUE 1/2" IMPACT WRENCH KIT

5999CE

$999

COMPARE TO

BLACK+DECKER $ 06

28

MODEL: HG1300

SAVE 64%

$

ITEM 35776/62340/62546/63104/96289 shown

14

99

COMPARE TO

HIGHLAND $ 99

79

MODEL: 1394500

SAVE 50%

NOW

9 $399 $5999

ITEM 69623/66983 shown

*79330396 * 79330396

*79331499 * 79331499

*79331528 * 79331528

*79332139 * 79332139

LIMIT 1 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 4 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 4 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

LIMIT 2 - Coupon valid through 2/3/20*

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM I NATIONAL 15 was At Harbor Freight Tools, the “Compare to” price means thatI the OCTOBER specified comparison, 2019 which is an item with the same or similar function,

*Original coupon only. No use on prior purchases after 30 days from original purchase or without original receipt. Valid through 2/3/20.

hft_coastalangler_1019_M-REG163332.indd 1

advertised for sale at or above the “Compare to” price by another national retailer in the U.S. within the past 90 days. Prices advertised by others may vary by location. No other meaning of “Compare to” should be implied. For more information, go to HarborFreight.com or see store associate.

9/3/19 12:37 PM

10 CIGARS +HUMIDOR

only $19

99*

160 value! $

You’ve landed in cigar heaven! Take advantage of this amazing offer from America’s biggest cigar retailer, Cigars International. Ten premium handmade cigars from industry giants like Rocky Patel, Gurkha, Toraño, and many more. That’s worth the price of admission alone, but I’m also including a gorgeous, 40-capacity desktop humidor. The whole package is worth $160, but it’s yours right now for just $1999.* That’s nearly 90% off MSRP! Accept no imitators.

Visit: www.CigarsIntl.com/SA7744 Enter the complete web address or search keyword: SA7744

1-888-244-2790

Mention code SA7744 | Item #: CA62-SP Includes 1 each of: HC • Mark Twain • 5 Vegas • Amati Ramón Bueso • Bahia • La Perla Habana • CAO • Gurkha • Toraño + 40-Capacity Desktop Humidor

FREE 16

NATIONAL

I

OCTOBER 2019

I

40-CAPACITY DESKTOP HUMIDOR

*Plus $499 s/h. Purchase may be subject to state or local sales tax where applicable.

First-time purchasers only. One per customer. No sales to anyone under the age of 21. We do not ship to Utah or South Dakota. For more information see www.CigarsIntl.com/SHIP. Offer expires 11/15/19.

COASTALANGLERMAG.COM • THEANGLERMAG.COM

Field Dress For Success

The hunt for the perfect outdoorsman knife is over. There’s only one tool you need: the Whitetail™ Hunting Knife—now ONLY $49!

T

he consummate outdoorsman never goes on deep woods hunting trips without the essentials.

Not just the basics for every hunting trip, but the items he’s come to depend on over the years.

Our new Whitetail™ Hunting Knife will quickly become your go-to blade for every expedition. The Whitetail™ is a premium fixed-blade hunting knife that’s perfect for skinning. With the Whitetail at hand, you’ll be ready for field dressing in only seconds, and you’ll never need a separate gut hook tool ever again. The Whitetail™ boasts a mighty 420 high carbon, full tang stainless steel blade, meaning the blade doesn’t stop at the handle, it runs the full length of the knife. According to Gear Patrol, a full tang blade is key, saying “A full tang lends structural strength to the knife, allowing for better leverage ...think one long steel beam versus two.”

The comfortable handle is made from pakkawood—moisture-resistant and more durable than hardwood. If hunting is your life, then the Whitetail™ Knife was designed to make your life easier.

With our limited edition Whitetail™ Hunting Knife you’re getting the best in 21st-century construction with a classic look inspired by legendary American pioneers. What you won’t get is the trumped up price tag. We know a thing or two about the hunt–– like how to seek BONUS! Call today and you’ll also receive this out and capture an outstanding, collector’s-quality knife that won’t cut heavy duty sheath! into your bank account.

This knife can be yours to use out in the field or to display as the EXCLUSIVE art piece it truly is. But don’t wait. A knife of this caliber typically cost hundreds. Priced at an amazing $49, we can’t guarantee this knife will stick around for long. So call today!

Stauer® 8x21 Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Feel the knife in Compact your hands, wear it on your hip, inspect the craftsmanship.

Binoculars If you don’t feel like we What customers are saying -a $99 valuecut you a fair deal, send it with purchase of about Stauer knives...

Whitetail™ Hunting back within 30 days for a Knife complete refund of the êêêêê item sale price. But we “Good value. Great looking. believe that once you wrap Sufficiently sharp. Overall your fingers around the an “A” purchase and Whitetail’s handle, you’ll I ordered three.” be ready to carve your own — B. of Maryland niche into the wild frontier.

FREE

Whitetail™ Hunting Knife $79*

Offer Code Price Only $49 + S&P Save $30 PLUS Free Stauer Compact Binoculars

1-800-333-2045

TAKE 38 % OFF INST ANTLY! When you use

your

INSIDER OFFER CO DE

Your Insider Offer Code: WHK291-01 You must use the insider offer code to get our special price.

Stauer

® 14101 Southcross Drive W., Ste 155, Dept. WHK291-01

Burnsville, Minnesota 55337

www.stauer.com

Not shown actual size.

*Discount is only for customers who use the offer code versus the listed original Stauer.com price.

Rating of A+

• 5 ¼” 420HC stainless steel blade • Full-tang design with gut hook • Pakkawood handle with brass pins • Bonus heavy duty nylon sheath

Stauer… Afford the Extraordinary ®

1782-18B Coastal Angler.indd 1

12/19/18 3:50 PM