Scituate Fishing Report

April 10, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






April 4, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






March 29, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






March 17, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






March 10, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






March 3, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






February 15, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






February 9, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






February 3, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






January 27, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






January 20, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe.






Pro Angler Team






January 11, 2017

Scituate 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 5, 2017

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe!






Pro Angler Team






December 27, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe!






Pro Angler Team






December 22, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe!






Pro Angler Team






December 16, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Saltwater angling has all but wrapped up in Massachusetts. There will still be some small holdover Bass (Bass, Striped) in canals and rivers. Some areas on the west of Cape Cod Bay will see decent amount of Herring throughout the winter. Early winter still provides some Tuna (Bluefin, Tuna) opportunities for recreational angling. The state has some really good freshwater fishing in the ponds and lakes. Stay tuned for new in-app Freshwater hot spots to get you through the offseason till everything fires back up in the spring. Have a great winter and stay safe!






Pro Angler Team






December 7, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report





OFFSHORE – A few recreational Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are at Stellwagen bank when anglers can find nice days to get out. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Local Trout ponds are stocked as anglers begin to focus on more Freshwater. In the Saltwater, there are some Cod (Cod, Atlantic) being caught on the beach. Clam on the bottom with a simple bottom rig will do well to hook them. Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) and Smelt are around. Smelt are on a bit of a downslide. They can be found in the harbor. Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Bluefish are pretty much gone. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
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November 29, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Smelt are swimming with a few big Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) this week. Fish the Island or Summer Street in Boston. You can jig them up with Sabiki rigs. Anglers are heading out during the incoming tide that brings the bait in. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





November 21, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Stripers (Bass, Striped) are gone and the focus is on Cod (Cod, Atlantic) in 60-80 ft. You can keep one inside State waters. Search the rock piles to find them at any time of day. So far Cod rigs with Sea Clams or Diamond jigs with a white, pink or Yellow teaser will work. Smelt are good in East Boston or Thames. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are pretty quiet into this week. The wind has made getting out a little tough for sport boats. When you can get out, head to Stellwagen for early in the morning and troll spreader bars. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Smelt are good in the harbor this week.


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781-545-9400
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November 16, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Cod (Cod, Atlantic) can be found into this week. They are out by BG buoy taking Clams and Cod Rigs. The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite has been good when anglers can get out. A few nice sizes have turned up. They are way out around Stellwagen. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Smelt and schoolie Stripers (Bass, Striped) are being caught this week. The Stripers are on the beaches and in the rivers. There are also tons of Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) around. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – There is lots of Mackerel inshore right now.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





November 8, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Smelt fishing is pretty happening this week. We are still seeing the last traces of Schoolies (Bass, Striped) moving South by the beaches and North river. There are 5-6 lb Cod (Cod, Atlantic) right in front as well. They are taking jigs or clam with a teaser. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are out in the middle of the bay this week. Anglers are using live Mackerel to find them during slack tide. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – There’s good amounts of Smelt around finally.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
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November 1, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – It’s been a bit windy into this week. Haddock fishing and ground fishing has slowed down. Stripers can be caught from shore along with tons of Smelt. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are taking chunked or live Mackerel. It has been difficult to get out due to the swells. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – The weather has been a bit too unfavorable for anglers to head out this week. If you are determined to get out and catch some fish there are Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) biting around the middle of Cape Cod bay. Anglers are jigging up Mackerel to live line it. The day bite is best. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tric

BAIT REPORT – Smelt and Mackerel are running this week.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





October 25, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – A migration of small Bass (Bass, Striped) are moving from Scituate to Green Harbor to Duxbury Bay. Look for the birds to find them. There is still a week of October and early November to have some blitz like activity from Hull to the North river. As far as keeper size Bass, the numbers have not been bad considering there are not many boats left in the water and the shore angler numbers have dropped considerably. Eels and plugs have been the ticket at night, and Pogie heads from the surf during daytime hours.Some of the heaviest bass taken in Massachusetts have been caught in early November, so keep that in mind if you are thinking about putting the gear away. Bluefish are mostly done. Cod (Cod, Atlantic) is now restricted to state waters, one fish 19 inches, should be a couple good months of Cod fishing. Head out to the 3 mile mark in roughly 60-70 ft of water to find them. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) fishing has been pretty good since Columbus day, the bank has given up lots of fish 70 pounds and up. Most are caught on live Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic). Breaking Tuna have been spotted as close as Stone ledge, there have been some taken on spinning rods with jigs, but live bait still prevails. The bite will slow down in the next few weeks. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Not much news on Smelt. Anglers are beginning to fish for them. Not a lot of pressure has been put on the Smelt in Scituate harbor, Hingham and Hull has some numbers.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
www.belsanbait.com





October 19, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – There is a lot of Smelt in this week. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are still running but there are more schoolies than keepers. Tons of Mackerel are inside. Fishing is best from 1-2 hours before high tide to 1-2 hours after high tide. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) are good between the Southeast Corner to Nauset. They are right in the area of Crab ledge around the North West edge. They are taking live Mackerel, Ballyhoo or Splash Bars. The big Tuna are still consistent from Middle Bank to Northwest Corner to Jeffreys. Green Harbor Bait & Tackle 781-834-3474 www.greenharborbait.com

BAIT REPORT – A few Pogies (Menhaden) are still around. Mackerel can also be caught.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





October 13, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Bass (Bass, Striped) are still in the river this week. The bite is a bit slow due to the recent weather. Anglers are throwing plugs along with Eels. The fish are getting smaller at this time of year. We expect that there may be some Winter Flounder (Flounder, Winter) off of the beaches. Tautog (Blackfish) are around but a lot of anglers are focused on the Bass. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite continues into this week throughout the bay. There’s also a good bite at Jeffrey’s Ledge. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – There are quite a few Herring swimming this week. There is no word on Mackerel but a few Pogies (Menhaden).


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
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October 4, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Bluefish are still around. Anglers are live lining Pogies to hook both fish. Smelt are in as well. They can be caught all day. An hour before or after high tide is the best time to fish for Stripers. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





September 27, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Great seven days since I reported last. The shore anglers are finally getting paid off after putting in long hours all season.Surfcasters have had some beautiful Bass (Bass, Striped) up to 40 pounds while fishing during nighttime hours. Eels have been doing the job, dark swimmers, bottle, plugs and needlefish also produce. Many different beaches and rock piles have held fish since the mini storm a few weeks ago, pretty much any beach from Hull to fourth cliff that has some good structure. Massive Bluefish blitzes Saturday morning at the Glades, Peggotty beach, and Green Harbor beach, I was saying all week I could not believe the lack of Blues with the water temp and all the bait we had around, well they came in hard overnight Friday with the northeast wind. Pogies flowed out of Boston harbor that night and ended up on the south shore. Big Blues 11-13 pounds, real tackle busters. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – A bit breezy lately to get offshore to target Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin), there are big and little ones at the bank for sure. If we get the weather Tuna fishing in October will be great. Most fish caught on live bait. Cod fishing (Cod, Atlantic) outside is open until Friday. And some nice 28 inch Cod live at Stone Ledge right now, after Friday back to state waters for Cod retention. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Nothing for Smelt in Scituate yet, not many reports though. Hingham shipyard yields good numbers of Smelt. Pogies (Menhaden) flowed out of Boston harbor that night and ended up on the south shore.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
www.belsanbait.com





September 20, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Bass are up to 40 lbs. Bluefish are swimming around Black Rock in Cohasset. Tube and Worm has been doing well around the cliffs in Scituate in tight. We saw some fish from 18-22lbs caught this way. Fishing’s really good right now from Plymouth to Boston. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are up to 80 lbs at the bank. They are taking live Mackerel. Cod (Cod, Atlantic) are about 7-8 miles East of the North River. They are around 5 lbs and the numbers are great. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Boston and Plymouth Bay are loaded with Pogies (Menhaden).


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
www.belsanbait.com





September 13, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The Pogies have brought the Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Bluefish inshore this week. The fishing has been unbelievable. Live lined or chunked Pogies work best for bait. Tube and Worm is also still productive on the troll for the Bass. You can start in about 15 feet of water. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite is great around Stellwagen. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Pogies are inshore this week. They can be snagged.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





September 7, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Stripers (Bass, Striped) are chasing the Pogies this week. They are up to 40 lbs inside the harbor. Trolling tube and worm near the schools of Pogies will be productive as well. Blitzes of Bluefish have turned up off the Peddocks Island this week. They are feeding on the Pogies as well. There have been no reports from offshore as of yet due to the weather. We hope to have an updated report very soon. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





August 30, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Bass (Bass, Striped) fishing is getting good as multiple 20 pound plus fish have been taken at the cliffs and from Egypt to Minot, tube and worm is really taking hold. There are some Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) around. Bluefish are disappointing, some around but nothing like this time last year, hopeful for Labor Day. Cod (Cod, Atlantic) holding on quite nicely, 80 feet of water. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – A few Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) around, most are over 75 inches, but there have been a few taken in the 50-55 inch range both trolling and on live Mackerel. Both the backside and the Southern Stellwagen have had fish. If the pattern of the last two falls holds, Bluefin numbers should increase as weather cools and bait flourishes. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – 8 miles out you could get enough live bait. There are plenty of Mackerel swimming.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
Belsanbait.com





August 23, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The Bass (Bass, Striped) are back in tight to shore. They are up to 27 lbs off the cliffs in Scituate. Out by Cohasset there are some good sizes as well. The water has cooled down a bit. Tubing worm and cut bait are working best. Bluefish are out 30 ft of water and can be caught on the troll using deep diving plugs. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – There has been a slow, scattered Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite throughout the offshore this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Squid and adult Pogies (Menhaden) are around the Sand Hills area.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
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August 17, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Bluefish have been around the past few days. They are big and tailing North of flat ledge Cohasset. They are between 12-20 lbs. Tackle Busters or Pencil Poppers are great on the topwater. Bass (Bass, Striped) has been tough as of late. There are plenty of small fish at the mouth of the river and they are biting well. Smaller fish are also in the rock piles from Egypt Beach to Minot. They will pick up, especially in the canal as August progresses. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Giant Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are scattered here and there. Anglers are chunking live bait to find them. Drifting bait has worked as well. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!




Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
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August 9, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Bluefish are hitting inshore this week. The Bluefish are up to 30 inches and more while the Stripers are 40 or more inches. The beaches have been good as well as within a few miles. You can also head down to Hull. The ledges are holding Bluefish up to 15 lbs. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Anglers are heading out to Stellwagen to catch Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) this week. Squid and Ballyhoo have been the best bait to catch them. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – The Pogies (Menhaden) are all over the place inshore.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





August 2, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Most of the Bass (Bass, Striped) are in the 4-10 lb range caught from Egypt to the surrounding beach around the edges and ledges. The mouth of the river up to Damon’s Point is holding fish in the same sizes. There are some keepers out front as well. Soft plastics are doing well. It is tough to get a keeper with all the warm water as of late. There will be Bluefish moving in very soon. They will be out in front of the river at some point in August. Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] has been decent. It’s the best fishing in a long time around the mouth of the estuaries to the North and South River. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – The Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) are still slow to the South this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Mackerel have seemed to disappear inshore however they are at Stellwagen bank.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
Belsanbait.com





July 26, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The Flounder (Flounder, Winter) are still biting this week. Strawberry Ledge, Utonia Ledge and Deer Island Flats have been great places to look for them. There have also been some Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] that are also around but they aren’t as hot. Stripers (Bass, Striped) have been caught in great sizes up to 40 inches out by Boston Light. A lot of anglers are trolling Tube Worms. Bluefish up to 12 lbs have also been brought in around the ledges. Big schools are moving in. From shore, Webb Park, Hull Gut, Bare Cove Park, Great Esker Park, Nut Island Pier are good. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!



BAIT REPORT – Pogies (Menhaden) have moved in. Anglers are using snag hooks to get them.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





July 22, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Anglers are catching some nice big Bass (Bass, Striped) this week. Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) and Bluefish are hot as well. Bluefish have been swimming off Gloucester. Mackerel are around the Island. Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] has been great in the harbor. The fish are following the bait. Everything is typical of the season. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are still slow this week. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Squid has been plentiful for anyone wanting to jig for them.


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July 15, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] bite is still on. Deer Island flats is a good area to throw some sea worms on the bottom. There are tons of them mixed in with Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Scup. Bigger Stripers (Bass, Striped) have been caught inside the harbor. Bluefish are scattered and have not yet heated up. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – We have not had any reports of Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) as of yet. Haddock is great on the Stellwagen Bank. Clams are the best bait. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

BAIT REPORT – Mackerel are on the ledges and Bunker (Menhaden) are on the beach.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





July 6, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The fishing has been great lately. Flounder (Flounder, Winter) fishing is solid and Bluefish have just shown up between Cohasset and Hull. They are in roughly 130 ft of water. They are over 10 lbs. The Flounder can be caught off the cliffs from 20-30 ft of water. Plenty of small Mackerel are around the North River. You can use them to catch Bass (Bass, Striped) near 50 lbs. Stop in to Belsan Bait & Tackle to pick up the extensive line of Daddy Mac Lures!

OFFSHORE – There are some varied Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) sizes caught on the Southern bank this week. Anglers are using live bait to hook them. Most times Mackerel is the best bait.




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781-545-9400
Belsanbait.com





June 28, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Bass (Bass, Striped) fishing is peaking with 5 fish over 30 lbs weighed at the shop this week, the best being a 45 pound fish caught by Matt Kanelos. The Mackerel made a reappearance after disappearing last weekend, so the live bait option is there for south shore anglers. Starting to see some better bass inshore but the majority of good ones still being taken close to the three mile mark. Focus on areas that are holding the masses of tinker Mackerel, off sand hills and Egypt beach has been one of those areas. Winter Flounder (Flounder, Winter) remains solid off peggotty beach,Scituate harbor also holds good numbers of keeper flounder also.,get em while you can, July usually proves to be tough. Codfish in state waters is good, federal water opens August 1. Keepers are caught around the NE whistle Buoy.

OFFSHORE – Bluefin Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) have been scattered and spread out, plenty of bait on the bank so it should go off. One hundred pounders have been reported crashing on bait on a couple occasions, the tuna just are not sticking around.




Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
Belsanbait.com





June 22, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – No shortage of Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) this week a little scattered on Thursday but loaded all other days. Bass (Bass, Striped) fishing still not the best on your inshore ledge, most quality Bass have been caught at least one half mile off the shore. There have been some nice explosions at the mouth of the North River, these have been small fish up to 24 inches, with a small keeper thrown in. Both Flounder (Flounder, Winter & Flounder, Summer (Fluke)) in the harbor and inshore Codfish (Cod, Atlantic) are holding up nicely. Massive amounts of spike Mackerel in Mass Bay should bring on a healthy dose of gamefish, whether it is Bass, Bluefish, or Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) is the question. It looks really good out there, keep fishing outside and we hope something really good will occur.






Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
Belsanbait.com





June 15, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Boston Harbor fishing has been very solid so far this season. The light tackle anglers are out there every morning finding the surface feeding schools of mid 20 inch sized Striped Bass (Bass, Striped). Several keeper sized fish are mixed in busting on the surface, and over the last 7-10 days we are starting to pull fish out from beneath the blitzes up to 42 inches and 30 plus pounds. The fish are moving pretty quickly on the surface so patience is key over the run and gun technique. As the weather continues to improve more and more boats are out there every day and you’ll be fighting the crowds. Make an effort to get within range of the busting fish when you can, but if they seem gone by the time you get there hold your spot and don’t be afraid to drop down below the boat and jig a bit while you wait for them to reappear. Over the past few weeks just as many fish have been caught using this technique as when you make that perfect cast into the blitz – this is also when you have a good chance to hook up with those big bass that are feeding down below the action. Herring is the predominant bait right now in the Boston Harbor – both small and large in size – using soft plastics in the 4-7 inch range will produce fish, I like them rigged on a 1/4, 3/8 or 1/2 ounce jig head depending on how much water movement there is based on the wind and tide. Be sure to practice catch and release fishing.






Captain Josh Farkes Light ‘N Fly – Fishing Charters
727-480-1257
www.lightnfly.com





June 9, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The edge of the state water mark has been the best area to find the largest Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) in our area. Fish pushing 30 pounds have been taken in the deeper water on live Mackerel. The number two areas is the North River, look for keepers there for a couple more weeks. Look for the inshore areas along the beaches to improve as the new shell lobsters move in. Winter Flounder (Flounder, Winter) remains steady on the beaches and in the harbors, a few blackbacks pushing 4 pounds have been caught in and around Scituate harbor. The tinker mackerel have moved in along with the harbor Pollock, look for the Bass fishing to be the best of the season a couple days after first big push through Cape Cod canal. You can grab one cod in state waters over 19 inches, this has been decent east of Minot.

OFFSHORE – Haddock remains healthy all over Stellwagen Bank, small teasers tipped with clam or Mackerel is all you need. 90 inch BFT (Tuna, Bluefin) have been trolled at Crab Ledge Chatham, Mass Bay awaits any size Tuna that wants to visit there.




Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
belsanbait.com





June 1, 2016

Scituate



INSHORE – The edge of the state water mark has been the best to find the largest Stripers (Bass, Striped) in our area. Fish pushing 30 pounds have been taken in the deeper water on live Mackerel. The number two place is the North River, look for keepers there for a couple more weeks. Look for the inshore areas along the beaches to improve as the new shell lobsters move in. Flounder (Flounder, Winter) remains steady on the beaches and in the harbors, a few blackbacks pushing 4 pounds have been caught in and around Scituate harbor. The tinker Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) have moved in along with the harbor Pollock, look for the bass fishing to be the best of the season a couple days after first big push through Cape Cod canal. You can grab one cod in state waters over 19 inches, this has been decent east of Minots.

OFFSHORE – Haddock remains healthy all over Stellwagen Bank , small teasers tipped with clam or mackerel is all you need. 90 inch BFT (Tuna, Bluefin) have been trolled at Crab Ledge Chatam, Mass Bay awaits any size tuna that wants to visit there.




Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
belsanbait.com





May 24, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Inshore Cod (Cod, Atlantic) is good try to skirt the three mile mark out in front of North River, you can keep one Cod 19 inches here. Good inshore Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] areas are off Peggotty and Egypt beaches, about 20 feet of water. Green Harbor, Scituate harbor, and Cohasset harbor also have good numbers of Winter Flounder, the best fish have been 18 inches about 3 pounds. North river remains most productive place for Bass (Bass, Striped), fish any where from ten to forty inches taken here, soft plastics have worked well!

OFFSHORE – Stellwagen bank is still loaded with Cod (Cod, Atlantic) and Haddock, you cannot keep a Cod out there until August 1. Middle bank out to the eastern middle age has been productive for the Haddock (15 fish 17 inches per person.) Plenty of Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) out on the bank also, mostly on surface or just under. The Mackerel in front of Scituate and Cohasset are not as thick but are catchable. Large Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) do lurk under the macs, a few in the 40 inch range have been caught at the scituate bell. Fishing the deeper water the first half of June st.always produces Hogs (Hogfish).




Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
belsanbait.com





May 20, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Fishing is on fire this week! It’s the best bite in years. The rivers, beaches and cliffs are loaded with Stripers. SP Minnows and 1 oz Pencil Poppers are working well to hook them. Flounder (Flounder, Winter) is good in Scituate Harbor. The harbor is great for Pollock (Pollock, Atlantic). We hope to see this continue into the weekend.

OFFSHORE – Cod (Cod, Atlantic) fish are open to keep one. Haddock is good around Stallwagon.

BAIT REPORT – Sandeels and Herring are swimming. The Harbor and bays are full of Porgy as well.


Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
belsanbait.com





May 12, 2016

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Joel from Belsan’s Bait and Tackle reported the first school Stripers (Bass, Striped) of the season have arrived in the South River. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have started to bite in the harbor this week but the fishing should greatly improve after we get several days of sunshine and warm weather. Freshwater fishing for trout remains excellent. The store is open seven days a week and is fully stocked for the spring fishing season.






Belsan Bait and Tackle
781-545-9400
belsanbait.com





May 4, 2016

Scituate 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






April 20, 2016

Scituate 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






April 14, 2016

Scituate 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






April 6, 2016

Scituate 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






March 30, 2016

Scituate 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






March 21, 2016

Scituate 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






March 18, 2016

Scituate 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






March 8, 2016

Scituate 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






March 2, 2016

Scituate 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 24, 2016

Scituate 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 16, 2016

Scituate 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

Scituate 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

Scituate 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

Scituate 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

Scituate 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 15, 2016

Scituate 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 6, 2016

Scituate 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






December 29, 2015

Scituate 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






December 21, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – There is not a whole lot of action from the area this week. There have been reports of Sharks, Tuna, Bluefin, Bass, Striped, and Sea Bass, Black however things are slow this week and with the seasonal forecast we do not expect a to see plentiful bites over the coming weeks. Most anglers have moved to freshwater fishing for the next few months. There are still plenty of fish for anglers who put their time in though and should be a decent bite over the holiday week.






Black Rose FIshing Charters
508-269-1882





December 15, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – The Smelt have moved out of the area and Cod is closed. There’s not much saltwater opportunities available this time year for the inshore anglers. MA has an abundance of great fishing on freshwater ponds. Most fishermen have moved inland to fish them. For Saltwater, things won’t get going until Stripers (Bass, Stripers) start getting caught in March or April depending on the spring conditions.






Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





December 9, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – There have been no reports so far from the inshore this week. Most anglers are heading either offshore or to the freshwater kettle ponds for Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout. They are hot this week and the target for most anglers.

OFFSHORE – There are still Tuna, Bluefin swimming in the offshore this week. Anglers are making their way out to catch some monsters anywhere from 500 to almost 700 lbs! Boaters have continued to live line Mackerel to hook the big ones. They are becoming increasingly more difficult to find but they are still out there around the Stellwagen area. Bigger sizes will keep showing up as the weather becomes cooler.

BAIT REPORT – Tons of birds hovering above the bait this week.


The Goose Hummock
508-255-0778
www.goose.com





December 3, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Most of the inshore is pretty much shut down for the year. There are still some Mackerel, Atlantic swimming however this is the only fish reported this week. For anglers that decide to try their luck from the inshore they can always take a look at our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestions to help improve the catch.

OFFSHORE – The overall number of Tuna being caught this week is down but the Giant Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) sizes have been making up for a lack of numbers. It’s absolutely quality over quantity right now. Reports have come in of up to 660 lbs! Anglers have been live lining Mackerel around the bottom of the Stellwagen area for the biggest sizes. The bite is expected to continue over the next few weeks as the water will remain cold and the bigger sizes will move down.

BAIT REPORT – There are still plenty of Mackerel swimming for anglers to use as offshore bait this week. Keep your eyes out for the The Goose Hummock’s huge Black Friday Sales and Mark your calendars February 5 & 6 for The Goose Hummock’s Blue Water Bash! See website for details.


The Goose Hummock
508-255-0778
www.goose.com





November 26, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – There are still a few spots to find Bass, Striped this week before they disappear. Outside the estuaries and into the creeks are holding a few good sizes however most of the bigger Bass are holding up in the canal and are running fairly steady. The Blues (Bluefish) are gone at this point. There are still some croakers swimming as well however are becoming very sporadic. Blackfish (Tautog) is doing well on structures in the nearshore. There have also been some Flounder, Winter but not very many. They have been hiding along the bottom so anglers have to work to get some decent sizes.

OFFSHORE – Tuna, Bluefin are still swimming about 12 miles out off Chatham. They continue to come in fairly thick and in good sizes. Big Mackerel have been reported from the offshore as well and are chasing the thick Sand Eel run that is making its way by. There is no shortage of fish in the offshore this week and when weather condition have been favorable the fishing has been great.

BAIT REPORT – Sand Eels continue to run thick in the offshore this week and are working well as bait. Keep your eyes out for the The Goose Hummock’s huge Black Friday Sales and Mark your calendars February 5 & 6 for The Goose Hummock’s Blue Water Bash! See website for details.


The Goose Hummock
508-255-0778
www.goose.com





November 18, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – There is not a lot of action inshore this week. Mackerel, Atlantic continue to swim in the shallow water along with some Squid. Anglers are expecting Smelt to show up anytime now as well.

OFFSHORE – Anglers continue to find a solid Tuna, Bluefin bite however they are beginning to migrate through and are coming close to an end. Live lining Mackerel continues to produce fish. The weather has been very unfavorable so most anglers are staying inshore. Most fish have been from Jeffrey’s ledge to the SouthWest corner of the bank. Bottom fishing Pollock (Pollock, Atlantic) continues to do well throughout most of the year. 180-300 ft and even closer to shore has been holding Pollock. Anglers are using small pieces of Mackerel or Herring as bait.

BAIT REPORT – Mackerel and Squid are both running and have not been difficult to catch. Smelt are expected to move in shortly. Fisherman’s Outfitter is a great spot to bring in or ship your equipment for year end service.


Fisherman’s Outfitter
978-281-0858
www.fishermansoutfitter.com





November 10, 2015

Scituate



INSHORE – There are still lots of good sized Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) swimming in the shallow water. Anglers continue to live line for them. Squid and Skate (Skate, Winter) are also being caught on jigs. Stripers (Bass, Striped) have moved out at this point as the weather has cooled down this week.

OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are still biting pretty well. The live bait is working well as anglers are jigging for them and finding a lot of success. Mackerel is running and can be used live or chunked. This bite is expected to continue through December when weather permits. Bottom fishing activity has slowed down however some people are still bottom fishing for Pollock (Pollock, Atlantic) jigging and live baiting for them as well. Either of these species can be found in roughly 180-300 ft of water.

BAIT REPORT – There are still plenty of small Mackerel running in thick schools. Live baiters are catching them with Sabiki rigs and are working well for offshore bait. Fisherman’s Outfitter is a great spot to bring in or ship your equipment for year end service.


Fisherman’s Outfitter
978-281-0858
www.fishermansoutfitter.com





November 6, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report



INSHORE – Flounder (Flounder, Summer (Fluke)) are by Deer Island and the hospital sholes. They are in about 20 ft of water and are chasing sea worms. Smelt has been pretty good lately as well.

OFFSHORE – There have been some reports of Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Yellowfin) in the offshore around the sandbars, although starting to become spotty. They are munching on live Mackerel.

BAIT REPORT – The smelt and herring run has been consistent. Anglers can stock up on these for their inshore fishing.


Fore River Fishing Tackle
617-770-1397





October 28, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report


OFFSHORE – There have been no offshore reports lately due to the wind. Even the most hardcore anglers are avoiding the deep water right now. Should the weather lay down and you are looking to head out you can always consult our Tips feature which provides you with lots of information to help improve your catch.

INSHORE – Tautog are biting in the cape and in the harbor using Green Crab right now. The smelt fishing has also been very good and anglers are using Grass Shrimp to catch them. The best place to fish for these are pier using a jig. Bass (Bass, Striped) has slowed down lately so no reports have come in this week.

BAIT REPORT – Smelt and Herring are both running right now and you should have no trouble catching them at all.

Fisherman’s Outfitter (Offshore)
www.fishermansoutfitter.com
978-281-0858


Fore River Fishing Tackle (Inshore)
617-770-1397





October 23, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report


OFFSHORE – If you can catch a break in the weather, there are a lot of Tuna offshore and you don’t have to go far out to find them. Mid-morning chunking is your best bet as you can easily find live bait inshore. Stellwagen Bank continues to produce great Tuna opportunities.

INSHORE – Striped Bass have been hitting around the islands. Anglers have been trolling using Tubing Worm, Live Mackerel or Chunking.

BAIT REPORT – Smelt is excellent around the pier right now.

Fisherman’s Outfitter (Offshore)
20 Main Street
Gloucester, MA
www.fishermansoutfitter.com
978-281-0858


Fore River Fishing Tackle (Inshore)
708 Washington Street
Quincy, MA
617-770-1397






September 25, 2015

Scituate Fishing Report


INSHORE – The Striped Bass are a little slow right now. The hottest bite right now is the Bonita and the False Albacore down on the South Cape / Rhode Island area.

BAIT REPORT – The bait migration through our parts have been a little slow.

Arlington Bait & Tackle
84 Massachusetts Avenue
Arlington, MA
www.arlingtonbait.com
781-646-5598
















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