Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

April 10, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

April 4, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

March 29, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

March 17, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

March 10, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

March 3, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

February 15, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

February 9, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

February 3, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

January 27, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

January 20, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers may still fish for Pollock and Cod, Atlantic. There are not a whole lot of boats still in the water so be sure to check with your local tackle shops to see who is still running trips. For inshore anglers, fishing from docks and piers around NY can yield some great catches of Herring. As long as the bays do not completely freeze over, you should be able to catch them using little more than a rainbow colored Sabiki rig. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.






Pro Angler Team

January 11, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Hey anglers! In order to bring you valuable, up to date content such as regulations, GPS Hotspots, and BRAND NEW features the Pro Angler App Pro Reports will be returning the week of January 16, 2017. Please feel free to take a look at last week’s reports for an idea of what’s biting or give your favorite local bait shop a shout! The Pro Angler App looks forward to bringing you lots of exciting changes as we kick off 2017!






Pro Angler Team

January 6, 2017

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter season the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting the Cod (Cod, Atlantic) that are typically biting off of Montauk. Seasonal Pollock can also be found. Every now and then there are Herring to be found in the bays inshore. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon! We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Pro Angler Team

December 30, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – All the local fishing is pretty much done around Staten Island.Some Bass (Bass, Striped) are doing well up by the Brooklyn Bridge. We’re getting close to all of our offseason events. One big thing we at the Staten Island Tuna Club have is in January. On the 21st, there is a huge fishermen flea market at New Dorp High School. Aside from that, we will be looking forward to the Flounder (Flounder, Winter) season. It’s a short season on account of the regulations but the Striped Bass season kicks off 2nd week in April. Our first tournament will be in May. Join our facebook page to stay up to date with events.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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December 23, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – All the local fishing is pretty much done around Staten Island.Some Bass (Bass, Striped) are doing well up by the Brooklyn Bridge. We’re getting close to all of our offseason events. One big thing we at the Staten Island Tuna Club have is in January. On the 21st, there is a huge fishermen flea market at New Dorp High School. Aside from that, we will be looking forward to the Flounder (Flounder, Winter) season. It’s a short season on account of the regulations but the Striped Bass season kicks off 2nd week in April. Our first tournament will be in May. Join our facebook page to stay up to date with events.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

December 13, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – All the local fishing is pretty much done around Staten Island.Some Bass (Bass, Striped) are doing well up by the Brooklyn Bridge. We’re getting close to all of our offseason events. One big thing we at the Staten Island Tuna Club have is in January. On the 21st, there is a huge fishermen flea market at New Dorp High School. Aside from that, we will be looking forward to the Flounder (Flounder, Winter) season. It’s a short season on account of the regulations but the Striped Bass season kicks off 2nd week in April. Our first tournament will be in May. Join our facebook page to stay up to date with events.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

December 7, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Not too many anglers are heading out in the horrible weather. Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) and Blackfish (Tautog) are still all over the place despite this. They can be caught from shore and boats. From shore you can search Gateway down by the Conference House as well as Princess Bay area. Super Strike Lures are always excellent from shore. Fresh Bunker, Clams and Eels will also be productive. A few Bluefish are hanging around as well.






Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733

November 30, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Blackfishing (Tautog) in the local area is very good however if you say close in the quality is a bit difficult to find. Quantity is definitely not a problem, they are just small. 3 of 40 will be keepers. The better fish are towards Shrewsbury Rocks. In terms of Bass (Bass, Striped) they are everywhere. Towards the back of Jamaica Bay we are seeing small, border line keepers if keepers at all. Head towards Mammoth County to find bigger fish. From the shore to the boats anglers are doing well. They are swimming in bigger schools. Locally you’ll have to put some time in for keepers. In the mix we are seeing a few Bluefish holding up pretty well. They are taking Bunker. If you are trolling you may find some big fish locally. They are staying deep and away from other anglers. Search the channels towards the shoals in the evening and night. Drifting with Eels has been productive at night. The bite is changing with the weather and size of fish. They are there but you have to roam around to find them and find the sizes. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Bernie’s Fishing Tackle
718-646-7600

November 21, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Stripers (Bass, Striped) are up and down the shore line into New York harbor. The Surf and Pier reports are that they have been catching them off Bunker heads in the Midland to South beach areas off the surf. Also, throwing top water poppers and throwing shads in the Oakwood and the Great Kills. The bait been piling up by perth amboy and we have seen whales feasting. The Gator Bluefish are here so enjoy the fight, hopefully not too much to disturb the Bass. Blackfish (Tautog) are still hot in the area’s where you know to find them. Rock Piles, old Docks and Piles, Wrecks and so on. Enjoy the weekend.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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November 16, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Chunking and live lining for Stripers (Bass, Striped) is still good at night around Raritan Bay and Staten Island. Daytime fishing has been better for anglers trolling Bunker Spoons, Shads and Umbrella Rigs. Follow the birds and the bait. Jigging and using topwaters can be effective around the bait schools and for shore anglers. Tautog fishing has been decent. Search inshore structures using Green Crabs or jigs during low light daytimes.

OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite has been slow. Hudson Canyon and Veatch Canyon are your best places to search for them. Swordfishing (Billfish – Swordfish) has been pretty steady. They are in 300-600 ft of water. Whole Squid is best to catch them at night with a glow stick and a rattle. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!




Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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November 8, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Not a lot has changed from last week. The Stripers (Bass, Striped) are all over. Guys are catching them on the troll with Bunker Spoons, Shads and Umbrella rigs. I hear of fishermen jigging bucktails and top water poppers .Nights are more on the chunk and live lining but all doing well in Raritan Bay and all around Staten Island. The birds are following the bait up and down the shoreline. As we speak right now the action is hitting between Staten Island and Perth Amboy NJ in the channel. The Tautog fishermen are doing well still also with the 1st Annual Bobby Tosto Black Fish Tournament this weekend sponsored by Captains Marina. $10,000 in cash prizes. Go to our facebook page http://www.facebook.com/statenislandfishingreports for the flyer and further info.

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bigeye) up to 130lbs are biting well. A few Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) are mixed in. Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) are on their way. The Bluefin we’ve seen so far are small and can be caught on the troll on the way out or back. Most fish are 100 miles or more offshore. Overnight we are seeing small Swords (Billfish – Swordfish). There’s some decent fish to be caught at the Hudson Canyon. It’s doing much better than the Atlantic Canyon. Island Bait & Tackle 718-885-2153 https://proangler.us/capt/IslandBaitTackleBrooklyn.jpg




Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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November 1, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Stripers (Bass, Striped) are in full run here in Staten Island and in the Raritan Bay. Guys that have been trolling with umbrellas rigs are grabbing 3 at a time. Some big ones up to 40″ have been caught also. The bay is packed with Peanut Bunker and you can seen the Bass having a buffet. Blue fish have been hitting also, one caught this weekend was 19.75 lbs by SI Tuna Club’s Artie Waldhelm. This upcoming weekend is the Big Bass Shootout Tournament held by the SI Tuna Club, for details go to www.situnaclub.com for more info.



BAIT REPORT – Peanut Bunker (Menhaden) can be found in Raritan Bay. Just keep an eye out for the birds to find them.


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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October 25, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Around Staten Island and Raritan Bay the Bass (Bass, Striped) have been showing up in Blitzes then disappearing but they are there with many keepers. Many boat fishermen are trolling with bunker spoons and # 30 stretches and doing ok while others chase the birds and jig or use top water poppers. The Bluefish are also on the move. Blues up to 20lbs have been caught on the regular in the past 2 weeks from Staten Island to Brooklyn’s Rockaways. The Blackfish (Tautog) fisherman you can see tied up to all the rock piles and close to the old wrecks and some are limiting out with keepers. The Kayak fishermen, well, you can see them slipped into spots where no one can get to and taking big fish, they always do well. Nov. 5-6 is the SI Tuna Club’s Big Bass Shoot out Tournament. Just check out their webpage or Facebook page for all the details.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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October 19, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – This week has produced Bass (Bass, Striped), Porgy (Scup) and Blackfish (Tautog). The fort is the best place for Bass while boaters are looking for bait and birds. Inshore structures and rock piles are good places to go looking for Taugtog. Most anglers still prefer using green crab for them. You don’t have to be too picky about how you rig the crab, just get it on the hook.






Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733

October 12, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – This past week has had the Blackfishing (Tautog) picking up as the fishing season opened on October 5th for New York. The guys are using Green Crabs and doing very well. The Bluefish are getting bigger and are hitting on the schools of Bunker all around Raritan Bay. The surf fisherman been reporting seeing major bird activity to far for there reach but in sight. As the water is cooling down for the past few weeks the Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) has been making a show, reports caught around the Verrazano Bridge say that have been getting Bass up to 30 inches on plugs. The boat fisherman have been jigging and getting the same results.



BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) are swimming Raritan Bay. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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October 4, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bluefish are in the area this week. Anglers are fishing the beaches to find them. Porgy (Scup) are still around as well. They are on the beach as well. They tend to leave when it gets colder so for now they are still here. Blackfish (Tautog) opens October 5th so anglers are very excited for this bite. Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle is stocked up with Blackfish baits. Stop in and check out the great deals! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle
631-239-1626
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September 27, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are doing well with smaller Stripers (Bass, Striped) and a few Bluefish. Weakfish is the best bet so far. The East end of the island is holding the most fish. Sand Worms are very productive. Anglers can even catch them from the surf. We hope to see this carry into the weekend. We expect the Bluefish and Stripers will heat up once the weather cools dow






Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733
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September 20, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sept. 21st brings Fluke season to a close, and we had a great season. The Bluefish are getting bigger and you can find baitfish boiling up being massacred by them. There has been False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) all around Staten Island. Yesterday, in particular, Lemon Creek area saw lots of fish jumping and running fast. The Blackfish (Tautog) start is in 2 weeks and fishermen are anxious to get going on the wrecks and rocks baiting with small green crabs.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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September 20, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sept. 21st brings Fluke season to a close, and we had a great season. The Bluefish are getting bigger and you can find baitfish boiling up being massacred by them. There has been False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) all around Staten Island. Yesterday, in particular, Lemon Creek area saw lots of fish jumping and running fast. The Blackfish (Tautog) start is in 2 weeks and fishermen are anxious to get going on the wrecks and rocks baiting with small green crabs.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

September 14, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Bluefish are really making a move around Staten Island. They are hitting in schools. If you have live, chunks or any Bunker baits out there they are slamming them. Some Small Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) have also be caught recently, mostly the resident ones that stay around, but in a few weeks when the water get into the mid 60’s they will be ripe for the fall runs. The weakfish been showing strong till and getting better, you just have to know where to go. A kayaker caught 5 in one area off lemon creek last week, not all keepers but he found them. The Porgies (Scup) are still strong and Fluke are steady [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)]. Big doormats still being caught by the Verrazzano BrIdge drifting gulps and buck tails..






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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September 7, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Weakfish have begun to make an appearance off of Lemon Creek this week. Anglers are catching them off the shore and from boats. There have also been some Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) swimming. They generally hold up on structures such as reefs or rock piles in the nearshore water. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are being caught in the same areas. You’ll have to put some time in to find them. Similar to last week the Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are biting consistently well around the bridges. Bluefish also continue to bite into this week and the sizes remain good. They can be caught on jigs while chunking Bunker. Bluefish love anything shiny so keep that in mind when selecting your jig. Stripers (Bass, Striped) have been caught just off the shore this week by anglers in boats.We hope to see this continue into the weekend.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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August 30, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are are a hot item still in and around the channels, especially in the Verrazanno Bridge area. It slowed a bit but this weekend is was hot again. The Bluefish are hitting and anglers are getting bigger 10-15 pounders that have been caught jigging shiney jigs and chunking Bunker. Some Stripers (Bass, Striped) have also been caught, keepers mostly by kayakers that can get in them where the boats can’t and the surf fishermen can’t walk to either. We had news of a huge Mahi (Dolphin) being caught off the Fire Island Inlet over the weekend which is very rare and not far from Staten Island waters. The Black Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are still going well for the fishermen who want them. Being Sept is here it’s only a matter of time for the water cools off and the bigger Bluefish and Stripers (Bass, Sriped) come again.



BAIT REPORT – Baitfish (Menhaden & Killies) are still plentiful this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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August 23, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Well, the Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are still on the ok side but slowing down a bit. Using various color bucktails with white or pink gulps, and some are using round jig heads with just a gulp or spearing on it drifting through deep channels by the Verrazzano Bridge area. Also, this weekend a baby Hammerhead (Shark, H.H. – Great) was caught by a guy Fluking in Raritan Bay which never happens but the water has been extremely warm and loaded with Bunker, peanut Bunker and Killies in the harbor areas. The cocktail Bluefish are also picking up and they just about hit anything you cast in the water. Fun for the kids is the Snappers using poppers or a small hook with a piece of Sandworm with a light bobber in Great Kills Harbor. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) have been caught on the regular also with the same with Porgies (Scup).



BAIT REPORT – The Bay is loaded with Bunker. Killies are in the harbor area. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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August 17, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been a lot of Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] in the bay and near the bridge. They are nice sizes, especially in the deep water. Snapper (Bluefish) are swimming the bay as well. There are everywhere and loaded up. From the shore the short Fluke are biting along with Snapper Blues.

OFFSHORE – Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are decent on the offshore wrecks. They are mixed in with some Porgy (Scup).

BAIT REPORT – Crabbing has been great around back this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!


Great Kills Bait & Tackle
718-356-0055

August 9, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Now that the Bluefish have arrived, they are on fire Poppers and jigs are working well to hook them. There are loads of Peanut Bunker in the area which the fish are chasing. The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] bite has continued into this week. They are all over structure from Hoffman Island to The Statue of Liberty. The Bass (Bass, Striped) bite is still a bit scattered and they are mixed in with some Sharks that may take your bait, or worse, your fish. August 13 is the SI Tuna Club Jim Ryan Memorial Fluke Tournament. You can find info on that at www.SITUNACLUB.com.



BAIT REPORT – Peanut Bunker (Menhaden) are all over the place this week.


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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August 2, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Cocktail Bluefish are showing up and can be caught with poppers, jigs and also bunker. The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are still hot and the hot spots are still from Hoffman Island to the Statue of Liberty, many keeps up to and over 20 Inches. The water is 79 Degrees so the Stripers (Bass, Striped) are far a few but we been told Sharks have been lurking due to the amount of bait fish schools swimming around. August 13 is the SI Tuna Club Jim Ryan Memorial Fluke Tournament. You can find info on that at www.SITUNACLUB.com






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

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July 26, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are still hot, this past weekend they caught some 10-12 pounders by the Verazzano Bridge to the Statue of Liberty. They been using Killies, Squid and gulps with bucktails and using teasers. The catch the week also been the Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black), been getting some nice ones around. The Weakfish which has been having a minimal showing the past few years have been getting caught again from 6-8 pounds around Staten Island. Pink shads, bucktails and sandworms. Bluefish have been slow but the snappers are feasting on the huge schools of Killies in great Kills Harbor PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

July 22, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s still all about the Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] this week, we’re doing very well with a lot of keepers. Fluke are still in the deep channels and holes.Pier fishermen have been catching keepers as well. There’s also a few Porgies (Scup) around. The snappers (Bluefish) are still in great kills harbor eating up the killies. They can be fun to catch for the kids with a snapper popper or a shiney small cast master. You can even use a bobber with piece of sand worm. Good luck to everyone in the Grandpa Saving Memorial Fluke Tournament. $25,000 grand prize in the doormat division for heaviest Fluke over 13lbs. See Staten Island Tuna Club for more details. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

July 15, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s all about this Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] now, we’re doing very well with a lot of keepers. Fishermen need to hunt the fluke in the deep channels and to find holes with a depth finder. Even the pier fishermen have been catching keepers. The snappers (Bluefish) are in great kills harbor now eating up the killies, fun to catch for the kids with a snapper popper or a shiney small cast master. You can even use a bobber with piece of sand worm. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

July 6, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Well today Porpoises were jumping in Raritan Bay. Snappers (Snapper, Gray) are in the harbors feasting on all the killies and peanut Bunker that are everywhere to start. The Fluke {Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] that have been cause, mostly on Gulps are big guys, one was 28 inches a few days ago by a kayak fisherman. The Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) bite is slowing down as the water heats up, but big boys are still around. July 9th is the SI Tuna Clubs Pink Ribbon, fish for a cure event! Don’t miss this awesome tournament for an amazing cause!



BAIT REPORT – Peanut Bunker (Menhaden) and Killies are everywhere in the bay this week.


Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

July 6, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) are still biting very well this week. They are hitting big worms on the troll. Bunker Chunks are also effective. They are usually out in the deeper water. Right around slack tide during incoming our outgoing has been most productive in 40-82 feet. You can also work the slopes and areas where there is deep drops. Nice Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are being caught as well. The action is changing from day to day from the East to the West. They are changing different bait on the tides so you just have to be at the right place at the right time. Look for rocky areas that will hold smaller Porgy and Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) that the large Fluke are feeding on. Drift over them to find the fish. On the Porgy (Scup) front they are everywhere. They are always a fun bite. You can anchor or drift for them. Clams are good, worms are even better. Sea Bass are beginning to become elusive. You have to search the deeper areas towards the middle of the sound in 70-80 ft. Small Bluefish are showing up and the numbers are amazing. They are providing some easy fishing off the docks and the beach.



BAIT REPORT – Huge amounts of Peanut Bunker are swimming. Anglers are cast netting for them all over Long Island. Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle has tons of bait for all your fishing needs.


Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle
631-239-1631
www.cowharbortackle.com

June 28, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The report hasn’t changed at all from last week: Water in Raritan bay is getting warmer and the bait fish are all over in big pods from Great Kills Harbor to Perth Amboy. The Striped bass in the high 40lbs are being caught top water this past week on plugs and trolling Bunker Spoons and 30′ Stretches. They always love the live lines Bunker which is plentiful. The fluke keep getting bigger and bigger with more keepers being reported daily. The word had it that they are loving the live killies this season and also the peanut bunker if you can get them. The gulps still work good as do the bucktails but the killies are making the numbers. The giant blue fish are still around but less of a show this week around Staten Island. Two weekends ago a 49 inch Sand Tiger Shark was caught of the Lemon Creek pier to the Anglers surprise, it a rare thing to catch off the pier.






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports
statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

June 22, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Water in Raritan bay is getting warmer and the bait fish are all over in big pods from Great Kills Harbor to Perth Amboy. The Striped bass in the high 40lbs are being caught top water this past week on plugs and trolling Bunker Spoons and 30′ Stretches. They always love the live lines Bunker which is plentiful. The fluke keep getting bigger and bigger with more keepers being reported daily. The word had it that they are loving the live killies this season and also the peanut bunker if you can get them. The gulps still work good as do the bucktails but the killies are making the numbers. The giant blue fish are still around but less of a show this week around Staten Island. This weekend a 49″ Sand Tiger Shark was caught of the Lemon Creek pier to the Anglers surprise, it a rare thing to catch off the pier. Don’t forget to register for the Women’s PINK RIBBON FLUKE TOURNAMENT! This year’s goal is $15,000 and anglers can fish from beach, jetty or boat. Let’s get fishin’ ladies!!






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports

statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com www.statenislandfishingreports.com

June 15, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s been a little slow this week. Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are beginning to move in. Recently the Bass (Bass, Striped) have moved in and been hot at night. They are hitting during the day on the beach and off the piers. Drum (Drum, Black) are being caught this week as well. Small Cocktail Bluefish have been reported but there is no size to them just yet. We hope to see them increase soon.



BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) and Peanut Bunker can be found on the beaches this week.


Midland Bait & Tackle
718-980-1981

June 10, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) are still running strong and anglers on the boats been doing very well around the Statue of Liberty to just passed the Verazzano Bridge to the Islands. They have been getting up to and over 40 pounder’s consistently. The baits are Bunker (Menhaden) either chunks or live lining both have worked well. Off the Piers One on Bay Street which is in New York harbor have been doing well with Striped Bass and what they call Gator Blue Fish. The Midland Beach fishing pier to South Beach have being doing very well and mostly at night , The Gator Bluefish are bigger sizes from 15lbs and up to 20lbs which give a good fight. Bunker chunks are the favorite also chrome shiney jigs. New York State Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] Season started May 17th and the fluke are all over, they Kayak fisherman do very well because of the great drift they get and also they can get to places that are to shallow for boats and surf fisherman can’t access because of structures. They boats also have been doing very well with many keepers over 18inch. They catch with bucktails, gulps, peanut bunker, squid or live Killies, they all do well. Today (Friday June 10) is a huge tournament run by the SI Tuna Club called the Armed Forces Invitational. They have companies and individuals sponsor boats to take Veterans out for a Striped Bass tournament free to them The grand prize is $100,000 for the heaviest striped bass over 50lbs.






Capt. Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports
www.statenislandfishingreports.com
statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com

June 9, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are being caught in 30-40 ft of water this week near the brush pile and Crab Meadows. Bigger Stripers (Bass, Striped) are being caught out by the OB on Bunker spoons and chunks. A bunch of schoolies have been caught in the back bays such as Northport and Huntington Harbor. Porgy (Scup) are being caught around buoy 13, look around the brush piles. Check out Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle’s great selection of live bait






Cow Harbor Bait & Tackle
631-239-1631
www.cowharbortackle.com

June 1, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea

INSHORE – The Bass (Bass, Striped) are still around, they are coming back down the river and the females that have been caught show their eggs have been released. In the NY Harbor they are strong from the boats around that Statue of Liberty to outside the VZ Bridge by the Islands. The entire shoreline is still seeing Stripers here and there from the Pier on Bay Street to Conference House. Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] fishermen are doing well, I have seen many keepers around, the kayak fisherman are doing very well as usual. The piers and surf have been picking them up periodically but have only seen picks off Midland Beach so far. Blue fish are still attacking anything you put in the water and a lot of 12 to 18 pounders reported all around the Island from surf to the boats.



BAIT REPORT – Peanut Bunker (Menhaden) have been spotted from Great Kills to South Beach as for huge pods of adult Bunker.


Staten Island Fishing Reports
718-980-1981
www.facebook.com/Statenislandfishingreports

May 24, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There’s lots of Bluefish that are being found around piers at night. The night time also sees a lot of Bass (Bass, Striped) hitting all over the island. The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] are starting to appear, but are mostly smaller sizes.



BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) and Peanut Bunker is all around Staten Island.


Midland Bait & Tackle
718-980-1981

May 20, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Plenty of Stripers (Bass, Striped) are in the area and are weighing in up to 40 lbs. Bluefish are 10-12 lbs and are thick as well. They are both all over the bay and the Spring bite has been fantastic. The soft Shads and topwater poppers are the most productive so far.






Great Kills Bait & Tackle
718-356-0055

May 20, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Plenty of Stripers (Bass, Striped) are in the area and are weighing in up to 40 lbs. Bluefish are 10-12 lbs and are thick as well. They are both all over the bay and the Spring bite has been fantastic. The soft Shads and topwater poppers are the most productive so far.






Great Kills Bait & Tackle
718-356-0055

May 12, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been quite a bit of weather as of late. This has not stopped all fishing though. Anglers are targeting Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) in the bay. Bunker (Menhaden) is working well to hook them, either chunked or live. There are some Bluefish mixed in and the sizes are great. They are thick as well. We expect these conditions to carry into the weekend.






Pro Angler Team

May 3, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Reports over the weekend were good, Stripers (Bass, Striped) all over the Arthur Kill from Perth Amboy all the way around to the VZ Bridge also by sandy hook area coming across the highway. The tugboat guys are getting them off the docks, they sent in a pic. By the Statue of Liberty, Bay Street, and all the long the beaches and piers, so the fish are hot. Now the Bluefish are getting bigger, we have been getting reports and pics of monsters. Porgy’s season opened May first and Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] is coming next week. The 13-14 SI Tuna Club is having a Striped Bass Tournament for boats. The event is posted. Have a good day, supposed to be raining the next few days on and off. Check out Staten Island Fishing Reports on Instagram @Statenislandbite!






Joe Bilella Staten Island Fishing Reports
347-764-4937
statenislandfishingreports@gmail.com http://www.statenislandfishingreports.com

April 28, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things have been decent in the area. The Bayside area is holding nice Bass (Bass, Striped) that are 30 lbs or more. The rocks are also producing some short fish as well as some huge Bluefish that are 28 inches forked length. Drum (Drum, Black) are starting up from the surf. They are mostly pups. Bunker and Clams are both working to hook them. Keep a look out for Jim’s Bait and Tackle’s Shark Tournaments in early June!

OFFSHORE – In the upper bay we are seeing Drum and Stripers tight to the shore. Anglers are fishing them from the boats. Things are just starting to heat up. It has been too rough to get offshore this week.




Jim’s Bait & Tackle
609-884-3900

April 28, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things have been decent in the area. The Bayside area is holding nice Bass (Bass, Striped) that are 30 lbs or more. The rocks are also producing some short fish as well as some huge Bluefish that are 28 inches forked length. Drum (Drum, Black) are starting up from the surf. They are mostly pups. Bunker and Clams are both working to hook them. Keep a look out for Jim’s Bait and Tackle’s Shark Tournaments in early June!

OFFSHORE – In the upper bay we are seeing Drum and Stripers tight to the shore. Anglers are fishing them from the boats. Things are just starting to heat up. It has been too rough to get offshore this week.




Jim’s Bait & Tackle
609-884-3900

April 20, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are Stripers (Bass, Striped) all over Staten Island and its beaches. Anglers are catching tons on the troll as well. So far there’s a big mix of sizes for shore anglers. The beaches are holding quite a bit of Bluefish too. This is a great sign of a Spring bite! Everything is hitting right off the shore this week. Stop in to Marina Bait & Tackle to stock up on all your fishing needs!



BAIT REPORT – Herring are swimming and there are some scattered Bunker (Menhaden) this week.


Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733

April 13, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Striper season is right around the corner! Clams and Bunker are doing best for anglers beginning to get a feel for them. The water is coming alive this past week. There are also a few Bluefish in the area however nothing dramatic as the water is still cold. Most fish are on the South side of the island this week. Things are looking good for Bass (Bass, Striped) opener on Friday! Soft Mud Yacht Club Contest is back! Winners take all from Bass opener until November 20th. See Great Kills Bait & Tackle for details!






Great Kills Bait & Tackle
718-356-0055

April 7, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Things have not quite heated up in this area yet. The temperatures are going up and down and we expect a Spring pattern soon. There are some reports of Stripers (Bass, Striped) in the area however they are not quite consistent and the sizes are nothing spectacular. It is however a good sign that they are showing up so early. Anglers gearing up for the Spring bite can check out our GPS Hotspots and Fish feature which has tons of tips and tricks to keep your lines tight.






Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733

April 1, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fishing has been decent and consistent so far this week. Bluefish have been reported this week. We are also seeing some schoolie Stripers (Bass, Striped) this week. Both North and South Island are fishing well but keep in mind they are catch and release. Bunker fillets and worms are the best way to catch the Bass. Anglers getting ready for the Spring bite can always check out our Fish feature which provides lots of tips and tricks as well as our GPS Hotspots which will keep your lines tight.



BAIT REPORT – There is some Bunker (Menhaden) swimming this week for anglers willing to search for bait.


Midland Bait & Tackle
718-980-1981

March 21, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – We continue to receive reports of Bluefish swimming around Staten Island this week. The running bait in in the bay is a great sign of an upcoming Spring bite. Water temperatures are increasing and the Spring pattern is well on it’s way and we hope to see more Stripers (Bass, Striped) move in soon.



BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) are swimming the bay so far this week.


Pro Angler Team

March 18, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are some Bluefish hanging around however they are quite small at this point. They are taking the Bunker that are running. There are also some small Bass, Striped hanging around that are catch and release. They are also taking the Bunker. Things have been a bit slow with the cold weather however we expect a nice Spring bite to set in soon.



BAIT REPORT – Menhaden have moved back into the area this week.


Marina Bait and Tackle
718-984-9733

March 9, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – When the weather is nice anglers are heading out to find Cod, Atlantic this week. The bite has been fairly consistent so far. If the bite dies down anglers may head out to the mudhole to search some more. There may be a surprising bite of Bass, Striped as well however this is not expected. We hope to see a Spring pattern set in soon and anglers preparing can check out our Fish Guide which has tons of additional Tips and Tricks to keep your lines tight.






Pro Angler Team

02/03/2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Weather has made inshore inlets and piers fairly inconsistent. Lingcod and Cod (Cod, Atlantic) can be caught while drifting inshore with clams. The Herring reports have been pretty much nonexistent.. Some areas along Long Island have seen Pollock (Pollock, Atlantic) on red, white, or pink artificials. Diamond jigs are also popular. The Pollock fishing is fairly sporadic so there isn’t really a best spot to fish. At least a bad day of fishin’ beats a good day of workin’. Be sure to check out our Fish Guide for tips on Pollock, Cod, and Lingcod for some additional angling tips!

OFFSHORE – The weather and time of year has made reports limited for this area. Most offshore anglers are heading to water up to 180ft deep while looking for Cod (Cod, Atlantic). There’s going to be some Pollock, Lingcod, and Skates (Skate, Winter) in the same areas. Lately the waters to the west of Long Island haven’t fished as well as waters to the east. Dogfish (Dogfish, Spiny) are usually caught out there too. Check out our GPS hotspots for some nonpublic numbers to try on your next outing. Spring is just around the corner and we’re looking forward to getting back on the water with you when the fishing, and hopefully the weather, heats up!




Pro Angler Team

February 16, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!




Pro Angler Team

February 10, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!




Pro Angler Team

February 4, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!




Pro Angler Team

January 29, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!




Pro Angler Team

January 22, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – I took two young anglers out this week and water temperatures were at 34.7 degrees . We caught close to 20 Stripers (Bass, Striped) .The fish were from 12 inches (pretty small) to 18 inches.This should continue about 2 more weeks. To book a trip call Capt. Joe Shastay 201-725-6755.

OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!




Pro Angler Team

January 15, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There’s still some schoolie sized Stripers (Bass, Striped) around for catch and release anglers. Capt Joe Shastay is also available for freshwater bass fishing trips this time of year and the fish have been doing well.






Capt. Joe Shastay
201-725-6755
Nyharborfishing.com

January 6, 2016

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sunday January 3 I took my bass boat on lake silver springs in Kenvil, NJ . I also guide there for largemouth bass. Water temperature was 37.5 I fished 2 hours and caught 2 bass about 1.5 pounds each. One fish bit a Cabelas 3/8 ounce unpainted jig head with a white 4 inch mister twister. The 2 ND bass hit a medium diving Kevin Van Dam crankbait in sexy shad color. That fish hit on a pause.






Capt. Joe Shastay
201-725-6755
Nyharborfishing.com

December 29, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Tautog and Stripers (Bass, Striped) are still biting this week despite the weather beginning to cool down. The sizes have increased a little bit so far, especially around the upper bay where the bite is best. We expect this to continue throughout the rest of the week Since the temperature has not dropped drastically at this point the fishing is still good in this area.






Capt. Joe Shastay

December 21, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather has not been ideal this week and has shut down most fishing in the area. Anglers have not been able to make it either inshore or offshore this week. The wind has been strong from every direction and most people are planning on waiting until after the holiday to hit the water. We hope to see some Bass, Striped and Tautog continue to bite at that time. Be sure to check your regulations regarding what can be harvested or just caught and released. As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!






Tackle U.S
718-984-9733

December 15, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fished last Sunday for 4 hours with a father and son 6.5 year old. What a fisher-kid! Caught about 20 Stripers (Bass, Striped) easily up to 22 inches. Then switched to Blackfish (Tautog) and had a dozen little Piggys (Hogfish) up to 5 pounds. The water temp went up to 52 degrees and I’m sailing tonight at 3pm and again at 5 pm December 15. I will be catching Stripers till End of January So FISH ON!!!!!!! You now have lots of easy ways to book your guiding experience with Captain Shastay. Call, email or text for bookings anytime 24/7.






Capt. Joe Shastay
201-725-6755
Nyharborfishing.com

December 9, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Fished Sunday 12-6. Water at 50 degrees plenty of school Bass (Bass, Striped) with working birds. Casting 4 inch whit mister twisters on 3/8 ounce jig heads.Also, plenty of Blackfish (Tautog) on Green Crabs






Capt. Joe Shastay
201-725-6755
Nyharborfishing.com

December 3, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is slightly more action on the inshore water this week. Bass (Bass, Striped) have been turning up in schoolie sizes so far. They are doing well during the day however the night fishing while drifting eels has been very productive for the bigger fish. The Tog (Tautog) bite has been excellent in this area. Anglers have been throwing White Crabs and hooking a fish just about every time. There have been no reports of Bluefish so far this week though they are expected to be around.



BAIT REPORT – Live baiters continue to see Bunker (Menhaden) swimming in the early morning.


Stella Maris Bait N Tackle
718-646-9754
www.stellamarisbaitshop.com

November 26, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – Still plenty of adult menhaden in the area from Alpine,NJ to Staten Island and beyond. Also caught some bass up to 29 inches using Storms swim baits and good old fashion live eels. Blackfishing (Tautog) remains very good. We are expecting to kick some bass into January 1st.Water temp 55 degrees .it should drop one degree per week. You now have lots of easy ways to book your guiding experience with Captain Shastay. Call, email or text for bookings anytime 24/7.






Capt. Joe Shastay
201-725-6755
Nyharborfishing.com

November 18, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – The weather has been rough in this area lately however this has not stopped some determined boaters from heading out. There have been reports of Tuna, Yellowfin at the canyon. They are out there and anglers are chunking for them using Butterfish or Sardines. The early morning and late day bite still remains the best.




Dick’s Bait & Tackle
631-281-9070

November 10, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore bite has slowed down a little bit since last week. Bluefish continue to turn up at the end of the Island. Bass, Striped are still being caught in various sizes. Anglers are still looking for the birds to find the fish. The beaches are catching quite a few as well towards the piers. Most fishermen are using plugs here in the morning and late afternoon when the shallow water’s not as warm. Anglers from the boats are still finding some great schools of Bunker while snagging and dropping.Tautog is still doing well and is expected to continue throughout the rest of their season into Mid-December. Conditions are supposed to get messy with some rain and wind in the coming days so anglers are getting their trips in while they can.

OFFSHORE – The canyons are producing lots of Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Albacore). There have also been reports of some Tuna, Bigeye out there as well. Anglers have been chunking using Butterfish or Sardines to hook all three species. The early morning or late evening seems to remain the best time to be out as the action continues to be fairly scattered throughout the day. White Water Outfitters www.whitewateroutfitters.net 631-594-3336

BAIT REPORT – The run is pretty thick right now so anglers are snagging and dropping with Peanut and Adult Menhaden. Big City Bait & Tackle is the only spot to get some of the hottest Rip Tide on Staten Island.


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November 6, 2015

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

INSHORE – The South end of the island is on fire! Anglers have been hammering Bass, Striped and the water is crowded. The fish are schooling in rivers and channels from the Pier to Tottenville. There are so much bait for these fish it would be unheard of not to hook a bass. The Menhaden are absolutely everywhere. Some anglers are trolling the channels and staying along the edges. There are also Taugtog in the regular spots and some very big Bluefish as well.

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Albacore) could not get any better, especially with the nice weather. They have had a great bite lately for anglers that are mostly chunking using Butterfish or Sardines. The best times to head out on the water are either morning or evening since there has not been much action throughout the day. White Water Outfitters www.whitewateroutfitters.net 631-594-3336

BAIT REPORT – Anglers are snagging and dropping Peanut and Adult Menhaden. The run is pretty thick right now. Big City Bait & Tackle is the only spot to get some of the hottest Rip Tide on Staten Island.


Big City Bait & Tackle
718-880-9253

Bloomfield, Travis – Chelsea Fishing Report

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