Best Surf Fishing Plugs: Fish on 8 Lures

Best Surf Fishing Plugs: Fish on 8 Lures
Thirty years of experience of general contracting plus a lifetime of fishing plus one stealthy antique wooden lure collection equals eight. What, you ask, in God’s name am I talking about? Fish on 8, and our latest Artist Spotlight Feature, Mr. Robert Yudichak. Robert is the brains, brawn and beautiful artistry behind Fish on 8 custom wood plugs. Here, my fellow angler is his scoop:Everything is in a name and with this company that holds true. We all know the frenzied, ecstatic angler cry of, “Fish on!” Use these plugs and that will be your mantra. And speaking of things spiritual, the later part of this company name, 8. The number eight is considered an extremely lucky number in most spiritual and religious cultures dating back centuries. Fishing with a Fish on 8 brings the luck right to you.Now, about the artist, Mr. Robert Yudichak. Robert, along with his two sons runs Fish on 8. They are, as their art proves, die hard fishermen. Bob began making his own lures and would fish them. He recalls losing his handmade plugs many times only to go back the next day to his favorite spot to see another angler fishing his plugs. He would tell his fellow anglers those were his lures, the anglers would ask where he got the lures and that got that little light bulb illuminated in the mind of another artist. Read on.

Best New Fishing Pliers: Carbon Reel Company's Prolite-os

(CRC) Composite Reel Company, LLCProlite-os"TM" series Pliers; The Game Changer. Over the years I have forged friendships with many very important people within the sport fishing industry. These people have been the tipping point for the products that become the next big thing in the tackle world. These products are the type of gear that make us lie, cheat and steal our way to ownership. This little piece of equipment is the future of fishing tools. Best Fishing Pliers. Must have fishing gear. Top of the line fishing pliers.

The story

I was recently introduced to a brand new product that just hit the market. CRC's or Composite Reel Company's carbon-fiber composite pliers called The Prolite-os"TM" Pliers. Allow me to explain what makes this tool so special: they are made of a proprietary carbon fiber; this allows them to become one of the lightest weight fishing pliers on the market. They are corrosion free and will stand up to even the worst of saltwater conditions that Poseidon and the rest of the sea gods could throw at us. They are so featherweight, you will not even know that they are clipped to your side. When the time comes to put them into action they always will preform above and beyond the call of duty.

These are absolutly the best fishing pliers on the market. We here at the Eastcoast Angler feel that the Prolite-os"TM" are the best new fishing pliers on the market. And that reason is their genetic makeup, their substantive technology: carbon fiber, my friends. Carbon fiber is the future of where fishing tools are headed and Composite Reel Company is at the forefront. Carbon fiber is a futuristic material that can be found in many emerging applications, from Lamborghini car bodies to the wings of a Boeing 787. This material not only looks good, but is extremely functional, due to it's light weight and immense strength. They are rated as the best fishing pliers on the market. The are the must have fishing pliers for any fisherman.

Prolite-os"TM" description

A new lightweight, corrosion free, 7 1/2", proprietary carbon fiber composite pliers, weighing 4¼ ounces is now available for anglers. The pliers are manufactured with 300 series stainless steel tips, bushing, spring, screws and grommets. The self adjusting cutter, located on the "fish" logo side of the pliers, and anvil are made of Tungsten Carbide. This provides clean cutting of various size braids, in addition to other materials. The easily replaceable cutter and anvil are secured with stainless steel screws and include crimping teeth and a groove for sleeves. The tip of the pliers easily grab lightweight braid and monofilament line. Included with the pliers are a lanyard and sheath. Optional heavy duty sheath available. Pliers & lanyard also sold separately. See PRICING page or click here for more details. PATENT PENDING Top of the line

Best Fly Fishing Guides, Connecticut (Fly Fishing)

Best Fishing Guides, Connecticut Edition

We shock ourselves sometimes. We did it again. We found you another stellar guide. Check Jeff Yates out and tell him the good ol’ boys at the Eastcoast Angler sent ya’.

Fly Fishing Connecticut FFC is the premiere fly fishing guide service for all you tri state area anglers. Its guide serves western Connecticut – and – could this be true?! Extended outings in the historic streams of Vermont! I feel a l-o-n-g weekend coming on. Cough, cough. Sick day, anyone?

The Guide: Just call him “Yoda.” We call him one kick a*& guide. Jeff Yates, a master guide and fly tier, has been scoring big in the waters of Fairfield County for over twenty years. He has mastered the waters of Fairfield County, the Farmington River, the Naugatuck River, and the streams of Vermont. No one knows these waters like Jeff. Jeff knows several secret spots and can guide his clients to success. As a guide, Jeff’s philosophy is to teach his clients to learn techniques and access points that will make them successful in the future. He really takes “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime” quite literally!

Mr. Yates is quite active in Trout Unlimited and his guiding sessions include lessons on stream flows and conditions, reading the water, casting skills, conservation, history and entomology. Maybe he’ll even tell you, “Well done, grasshopper.”

Contact: Check out his informative and well-presented website at: http://www.flyfishingct.com/, email him at: guide@flyfishingct.com

Fishing Services: Guiding and casting lessons in the following locales -

Norwalk River: In this challenging river, fly fish for brown, brook and rainbow trout in over 15 miles of public water.

Saugatuck River: In this extensive watershed and trout management area, fly fish for stripers, bluefish, walleye, brown, brook and rainbow trout.

Mianus River: This is one popular spot! Fly fish for brown, brook and rainbow trout.

Farmington River: The best of the best. This river has the highest trout population density in the state. Need I say more? Fly fish for some blue ribbon brown, brook and rainbow trout.

Long Island Sound: Who needs a boat? You have waders! Fly fish for a trophy blue or striper among the many salt water species prevalent in the Sound.

Naugatuck River: Fish in the waters of upstate Connecticut for salmon and brown, brook and rainbow trout.

Vermont Rivers: Book a room, book Jeff. It is Vermont. It is fishing and there are trophy trout. End of story.

Rates: See Jeff’s site for your desired fishing location as rates vary by location. He has very reasonable rates and also offers one-on-one casting lessons for $50 per hour.

Hot New Striper Lures (Fishing)

Lured in by Some Hot New Striper Lures
Well, you all know I love me some stripers. Some fine new striper candy has come across my radar, and helped me snag some monster stripers here during their Connecticut run. C & C Outdoor Adventures makes some mighty fine handmade lures – and they work like a charm. C & C is an outdoorsman’s paradise located in Northern California. The folks at C & C also guide, which means they know what fish want, and they make it right there – handmade lures! Word has spread all the way to the Eastcoast – The Eastcoast Angler, specifically, that these bad ass lures are a yummy treat for big stripers and blues. (Thanks, Jeff, for the tip.) Well … tested and true, fished and caught, brother. I was lured into love with these lures and had to pass on the word to my readers.
Want to catch a stripe-ahh? A blue? I’ve picked my favorite east coast C & C lures. Read on and see what I think these lures can do for you, besides be a pretty damn good investment:

~ My very own “Midnight Marauder.” The word ‘maraude’ means to loot … any old school hip hop fans out there? This is the Eastcoast Angler, after all. Tribe Called Quest looted for ears, the Eastcoast Angler; for fish. I was able to loot big daddy stripers thanks to this lure.

Here’s the lure: The Marauder Minnow (Shad Shallow)

- It is designed to be trolled fast and be durable. They come in a variety of colors and patterns, 7" shallow, 8" deep, and 5" shallow. The lures are made from lexan, are welded (not glued), and after they are painted, the 3 –D fish eyes are applied, and finished with a rock hard UV topcoat. The top coat protects against scratching, and lost eyes. The lure held up, even after getting viciously attacked by monster blues. Nice work, C & C!
~ Pop, pop, pop, pop, POP! The CC Pencil Popper

- This is the perfect surface plug. The Pencil Popper is made from a polymer and is weighted in the rear to provide those long casts in the surf. Perfect weight for a good, long cast! They are not hollow plastic and have the same durable top coat as the Marauders, but they are coated twice because C & C knows well the beating they will take in the surf. They have internal glass rattles. They are also available in 6", 7" and 8." All bodies have a wire-form one-piece frame.

~ Tempted yet? C & C has more. The Temptor Lure is their newest line of lures.

And features everyone’s favorite; a real Red Head. The Redhead Holo is one delicious striper lure. They are made from welded lexan- you know the stuff bullet proof glass is made from? Yikes – watch out bluefish teeth! They have the same construction as the Marauders. They are 7" and have a very erratic design.

~ So, I’ve spent most of this post giving you great lures for those fierce stripers and blues. But some of the species can be lazy. In steps the Temptor II Minnow. Same basic design and action as the Temptor, but a small presentation for those days when the fish are lazy and don't want to take on a big bait.
It is clear to me the people at C & C know what it takes to catch fish – they helped me catch some stripers. On these lures you won’t find any cheap hardware commonly found on commercial baits. After the folks at C & C assemble the lures, and they have passed quality inspection, they are tested to make sure they swim correctly at speeds up to 5 mph. Intense standards = long lasting gear.
To make these lures even more of a catch, they are family made. Jeff swears they are his pride and joy. As they should be, my man, they are fine specimens of workmanship. But, more importantly, they are durable; their paint withstands the salt water and THEY WORK. If you are ever in the No Cal region, check Jeff out and have C & C take you fishing, for an abalone dive or hunting. But, if you’re like the Eastcoast Angler and dig the right coastline more than the left, purchase his lures online to snag some monster stripers and blues.

If you want to catch big striped bass then click here to check them out

Rocky Neck State Park, Niantic CT

Fishing is allowed on the jetty year round. The entire beach and jetty is open to fishing during the off-season. Jetty located on right side of beach.
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQsFish to be caught: Blackfish, winter flounder, bluefish and striped bass can be caught off the jetty. Crabbing is allowed at designated areas.Directions and Parking Fees Exit 72 off I-95: Follow the turnpike connector south to Route 156. Turn left and take Route 156 east for 1/4 mile to the park. The park street address is 244 West Main Street (Route 156).
Best Months To Fish: March through NovemberFishing Methods: swimming Plugs, jigs, cut baits, sea worms, and fly fishing(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Bluff Point State Park, Groton CT

Fishing is allowed at Poquonock Cove and the beach at Bluff Point. 24 hrs.
Fish to be caught: Winter flounder and snapper bluefish can be caught at Poquonock Cove. Bluefish, striped bass, hickory shad, summer flounder, little tunny and blackfish can be caught from the beach.

Best Months to Fish: May through November

Fishing Methods: Plugs, fly fishing and cut bait

Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs

Directions

Coming from I-95 North: Take exit 88. Turn right onto SR 117 South. Turn right at the end onto Route 1 South. Take a left at the first light onto Depot Road. Park entrance is at the end of the road.

Coming from I-95 South: Take exit 88. Turn left onto SR 117 South. Turn right at the end onto Route 1 South. Take a left at the first light onto Depot Road. Park entrance is at the end of the road.

(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Silver Sands State Park / Charles Island, Milford CT

Fishing is open throughout the area including the tombolo which extends about a mile from the mainland to Charles Island. Caution is advised when fishing or walking the tombolo. Swift tidal currents during a flood tide can make passage dangerous and person unfamiliar with the area may be stranded on Charles Island until low tide.
Fish to be caught: Bluefish, striped bass, summer flounder, hickory shad and weakfish
Best Months To Fish: March through June and September through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, fly fishing, and cut baits
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions
Off I-95: take Exit 35. Follow Schoolhouse Road south to Route 1 (Bridgeport Avenue). Turn left onto Route 1 then right at first light (Silver Sands Park Way). Follow Park Way across Meadowside Road and continue down hill to main parking lot.
(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Fishing New Haven Harbor, CT

New Haven Harbor, a triangular, four-mile-long bay, is the second largest commercial port in Connecticut. Three breakwaters mark the harbor's entrance, inside of which the waters are shallow except for a deep, well-marked channel running north through its midline to I-95.

On New Haven Harbor's west side is the West Haven Sandbar, also called "Sandy Point." This is an excellent striper location for anglers without a boat. Bass are attracted to the area because of the confluence of the Quinnipiac, Mill and West rivers, which dump baitfish into the harbor just above the sandbar. New Haven Harbor is known for its schoolies and trophy stripers. The 75-pound, 6-ounce state record was caught here in 1992.

The sandbar juts into mid-harbor from the West Haven beach, and the entire bar is above water at low tide. However, although you can walk almost one-half mile out, be prepared for the flood tide with a pair of chest waders for the return trip. Expect rough, roiled water and loose seaweed with an east wind, which blows across the harbor into your face. The best times to fish the bar are early morning and evening near a high tide with a west wind. The water is very shallow at low tide.

To reach the West Haven Sandbar, take I-95 to Exit 43, head southeast on First Avenue (Route 122), which becomes Beach Street. Park in a special lot across from the restaurant. Signs mark the parking and access areas.

(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

NIANTIC RIVER AND BAY, CT (Fishing)

Niantic is one of the most productive fishing regions on Long Island Sound. A good shore place to try for stripers is the mouth of the Niantic River, which separates the towns of Niantic and Waterford. "That's a great spot," Capt. Merkt said. "The big bass go running through there all summer." You can fish either the east or west bank to the south of Route 156 and the train bridge. Cast into the mouth of the river channel where it meets the bay. Early mornings and evenings are the best times here. Expect heavy boat traffic on weekends, especially during the day.

To access the train bridge fishing area in Niantic, turn north 100 yards west of the Niantic River bridge on Route 156 and follow the signs for the Black Hawk party boat parking. Walk from the parking lot toward the train bridge, where you'll find a concrete walkway that passes beneath it and accesses the beach. Fish the corner of the beach where the river meets Niantic Bay. You can also fish your way down the beach along the north end of Niantic Bay.

(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Sherwood Island State Park,Westport CT (Fishing)

Best Months To Fish: March through June and September through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, fly fishing, and cut baits
Species: Stripers, Bluefish, and Weakfish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions
From I-95 north and south: Take Exit 18 to access the Sherwood Island Connector. Follow the Connector directly into the park.
From Route 1 north and south: take the Sherwood Island Connector in Westport. Proceed past the I-95 entrance/exit ramps directly into the park. (For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Fishing the Farmington River, CT (Fishing)

Video Produced By Photos on the Fly

The Farmington River that most fly anglers talk about is the West Branch of the Farmington River, in particular the section from Riverton downstream to New Hartford. This section of river, which has the highest trout population density in the state - rivaling some western waters - is the product of a 200-foot-high dam which releases a fairly consistent flow of cold water year round. This is called a tailwater fishery.The combination of the river's size and the release of 50-degree water from the bottom of the dam creates the ideal habitat for trout to thrive and grow. For Mianus TU members, the river is particularly important as a summer fishing stream, as it is often at its best when our rivers are at their lowest and hottest conditions. Even better, for the majority of chapter members, the river is just an hour and a half away. (The only problem with summer fishing on the Farmington are the frequent interruptions as canoers, kayakers and tubers float downstream.) Click here to learn more about fly fishing the Farmington River, CT

Fishing the Saugatuck River, Redding / Westport (Fishing)

The main stem of the Saugatuck River runs from Ridgefield through Redding, Weston and Westport where it empties into Long Island Sound. Along the way it becomes larger as two main tributaries, the West Branch of the Saugatuck River and the Aspetuck River, enter the main branch.The Saugatuck ranges in size from a stream roughly 10-feet wide near the headwaters, to a much larger river as it draws closer to the Sound. Additionally, the Saugatuck is part of a drinking water supply reservoir system, with a large section of the reservoir which can be fished from shore, but is difficult to fish with a fly rod.There are all types of water to be fished in the Saugatuck, including pocket water and riffles, deep gorge pools below the reservoir, and large expanses of calm water where dry fly fishing can be excellent. Click here to learn more about fly fishing the Saugatuck River.

Mianus River, Stamford / Greenwich Ct (Fishing)

About the River
The Mianus River offers excellent fishing in the spring, fall and winter, and can be decent in the summer, depending on rainfall and water levels.

The Mianus River Park is the most popular place to fish and is where the Trout Management Area is located. The park is roughly 200 acres and owned jointly by the cities of Stamford and Greenwich. Though often crowded with other park users, including dog walkers, hikers and mountain bikers, a mid-week trip, or weekend or evening in the off-season, can often mean a day of fishing in relative solitude (under lower Fairfield County standards!) Click here to learn more about fly fishing the Mianus River

Best Fishing Guides, Connecticut Edition (Fishing)

Photos on the Fly

Professional Photography, Guided Fishing Charters, Fly Fishing Lessons, Kayak Fishing Tours and Custom Trips
The Guide, The Artist: Chris Mantz, A.K.A The Fish Finder

Contact: 203-482-3435 or chrismantz@mac.com

Fishing Services

Ask yourself: Am I dreaming of an afternoon get-a-way? Are the walls of my office closing in on me? Would I simply like to enjoy a peaceful day kayaking around beautiful Long Island Sound? If you answered yes to any of these questions - take one day out of your life and reward yourself with the experience of fly fishing. Take a lesson, get a guide, take a kayak tour ... the possibilities are endless. Everyone needs a sanity check from time to time. Get your sanity back with a breathtaking day or night on the water. Take advantage of the treasures that Long Island Sound has to offer.

No one is too young or too old to enjoy some time on the water. Children are encouraged to accompany their older siblings or parents. This experience would be a great Father's Day, graduation, anniversary or birthday gift. Call today and book a trip! We promise that you will not go home disappointed, and will be hooked on fly fishing! If you are a novice, allow Chris to show you the ropes as a veteran guide; if you are an experienced angler, join Chris as he shows you all his secret hot spots in and around L.I. Sound. Mention to Chris that the East Coast Angler sent you for an even sweeter deal!

Full Day 6-8 Hours*
Solo - $300
2 Anglers - $350
Half Day 3-5 Hours*
Solo - $200
2 Anglers - $250
Nighttime 3-5 Hours*
Solo - $200
2 Anglers - $250
Custom Trip
Call for pricing.
1-on-1 Instruction
$50 / Hour
$25 / Each additional person
*Fresh and saltwater guiding. Kayaks for saltwater trips can be provided. Location is chosen by angler(s) at time of booking. Rescheduling and cancellations are only accepted within a 24 hour notice. Payments are expected at arrival. Check or cash only.

Professional Photography

Focusing on outdoor lifestyle photography, the majority of Chris' work revolves around the fishing community, illustrating his own passion for the angling world. His talents, though, stretch much further than simply producing majestic images of fish and intense photos of the fly fishing sport. He would welcome any other photography opportunity that you present.
Please visit his website http://www.photosonthefly.com/ to view his portfolio and some of his most current images. If you are interested in purchasing any image please contact the artist directly.

Images By: Photos on The Fly

Norwalk River, CT (Fishing)

About the river

The Norwalk River is a relatively small stream running from the Great Swamp in Ridgefield to the Long Island Sound in Norwalk. For the majority of its roughly 20-mile length, the Norwalk is publicly accessible, with only two short sections of private property currently posted No Trespassing.The river is easy to get to as it parallels Route 7 for most of its length, with many easy parking areas. The best sections of the river runs from Wolfpit Road in Wilton north to Topstone Road near the Redding and Ridgefield town lines.Despite the ease of access, the Norwalk is a challenging river for two main reasons. For much of its length, the river width is fairly narrow, ranging from 10 to 20 feet, and is well overgrown with trees, shrubs and other vegetation. This makes for ideal cover and protection for trout, but can be maddening for fly fishermen. Additionally, the river is heavily loaded with softball-size cobblestones, making wading a bit tricky. Click here to learn more about fly fishing the Norwalk River.

Saint Mary's By The Sea Bridgeport, Connecticut (Fishing)

Best Months To Fish: March through June and September through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, cut baits, sea worms,Species: Stripers, Bluefish, and winter flounder
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions:
From the East: Take I-95 South to Exit 24. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left and proceed approximately .2 miles on Chambers Street. Next, turn right onto Commerce Drive and continue .1 mile. Turn left onto Black Rock Turnpike (which becomes Brewster Street) and follow .6 miles. Take a right onto Fairfield Avenue and continue .2 miles. Turn left onto Gilman Street and follow 1 mile. The entrance is to the right on-street.
From the West: Take I-95 North to Exit 24. At the end of the exit ramp, continue straight and travel an extremely short distance, then turn right onto Black Rock Turnpike (which becomes Brewster Street) and follow .7 miles. Next, turn right onto Fairfield Avenue, and proceed .2 miles. Turn left onto Gilman Street and follow 1 mile. The entrance is to the right on-street.
(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Black Stoneflies and Hungry Trout

An Early Spring Buffet (Video)

The weather is warming, the rivers are flowing at a good clip, and the Early Black Stoneflies are hatching like crazy. These early season insect cause such a commotion on the water's surface that trout fresh from the stocking truck and those whose metabosisms have yet to get that spring kick find them too irresistible to ignore. No music, no other audio, but I think you'll get the point of this video quite quickly. This video is brought to you by my friend Jeff Yates from the Mianus Chapter of Trouts Unlimited. Watch Now!

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Healthy streams benefit everyone, not just anglers.
We'll assign you to a local chapter. Chapters meet regularly to hear about fishing hot spots from Maine to the Bahamas, discuss conservation issues, plan work days on their home waters, organize fundraisers, and of course, swap a few fish tales and learn how to tie the latest fly patterns. Looking for a fishing partner? Many chapters sponsor "Fish with a Friend" programs that connect members in search of fishing companions.
All members also receive TROUT, TU's award-winning color magazine. You'll get four issues a year, full of conservation news, updates on TU activities, grassroots success stories, and fishing destinations.
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Pre-Season Fly Fishing on the Mianus River

Waders, Water and Some Willing Trout

Sorry folks, no tips, tactics or advice in this one, just a short video of trout in the Mianus River. And plenty of them! With the river recently stocked by the state, the trout have yet to spread out of their hatchery-bred instinct to pod up. Fortunately for them, the river is open only for catch-and-release, single, barbless hooks, until Opening Day on Saturday, April 18. I did my best to get out there and "educate" as many of them as I could so they're a bit smarter once the season opens. Now it's your turn. Please obey the regulations and handle the trout with care so they are still there for the May hatch of sulphurs and cahills. Click here for directions to the Mianus River Trout Management Area.

Check out the video

Calf Pasture Point and Town Pier, South Norwalk, CT (Fishing)

Photo by: Paul Arbitman
Best Months To Fish: March through June and September through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, cut baits, sea worms,
Species: Stripers, Bluefish, and winter flounder
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions
From the East:
Take I-95 South to exit 16 to East Norwalk 0.14 miles. Take the ramp to US-1. Keep left at the fork in the ramp. Turn left onto East Avenue and continue 0.49 miles. Turn left onto Cemetery Street and continue 0.10 miles. Turn right onto Gregory Boulevard and continue 0.04 miles. Bear right and follow for 0.4 miles. Bear left at rotary and then right onto Calf Pasture Beach Road. Follow for 0.5 miles to beach entrance.
From the West:
Take I-95 North to exit 16 to East Norwalk and continue 0.11 miles. Keep right at the fork in the ramp. Turn right onto East Avenue and continue 0.42 miles. Turn left onto Cemetery Street and continue 0.10 miles. Turn right Gregory Boulevard and continue 0.04 miles. Bear right and follow for 0.4 miles. Bear left at rotary and then right onto Calf Pasture Beach Road. Follow for 0.5 miles to beach entrance.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Compo Beach, Westport, CT (Fishing)

Photo by: paul arbitman
Best Months To Fish: March through June and September through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, cut baits, sea worms, and fly fishing
Species: Stripers, Bluefish, and winter flounder
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions: Map From the East: Take I-95 South to exit 18 to Sherwood Island State Park and continue 0।16 miles. Take the ramp to US-1/Westport and continue 0.09 miles. Take Sherwood Island Connector/Route 476 North and continue 0.19 miles. Turn left onto Greens Farms Road and continue 1.65 miles. Turn left onto Compo Road South and continue 0.88 miles. Turn slight right onto Compo Beach Road.
(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)
From the West: Take I-95 North। Take the Route 136 exit 17 to Route 33/Westport/Saugatuck and continue 0.27 miles. Turn slight left onto Saugatuck Avenue/Route 136. Continue to follow Route 136 for 0.37 miles. Turn right onto Bridge Street/Route 136 and continue 0.50 miles. Turn right onto Compo Road South for 0.88 miles. Turn slight right onto Compo Beach Road.
Parking Lot fees call office (203) 227-5420 Directions to office

Hammonasset Beach, Madison, CT (Fishing)

Phot by: sherrydigitalphotos
Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: The works, live eels, Sea Worms, bunker, mackeral, Plugs
Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions: From the East: Take I-95 South to exit 62. Take a left off the exit and go approximately 1 mile. Go straight through the traffic light crossing Route 1 (Boston Post Road) into the park.
From the West: Take I-95 North to exit 62. Take a right off the exit and go approximately 1 mile. Go straight through the traffic light crossing Route 1 (Boston Post Road) into the park.m I-95, take exit 62, then just follow the signs for the park.
(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Penfield Reef, Fairfield, CT (Fishing)

Photo by: sjweiss journey's photostream
Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: Plugs, fly fishing and cut bait
Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions:
From the East: Take I-95 South to Exit 22. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left onto Route 135/North Benson Road and proceed .2 miles. Then, turn right onto U.S. Route 1/Post Road and continue .2 miles. Next, turn left onto Beach Road and follow .8 miles. Take a right onto Fairfield Beach Road and continue .7 miles to its intersection with Reef Road. Turn right onto Reef Road, and proceed approximately .2 miles to the entrance to Veterans Park (on the right). Veterans Park should be used only for the parking of vehicles. To continue to the site, walk to the left (southward) when exiting Veterans Park onto Reef Road and follow to its terminus (approximately .3 miles). Next, turn right onto Fairfield Beach Road. Entrance is almost to the immediate left directly across the street from College Place. The easement/driveway has a street sign that identifies the site as "Lighthouse Point." The easement provides pedestrian access to Long Island Sound.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)
From the West: Take I-95 North to Exit 21. At the end of the exit ramp, turn right onto Mill Plain Road and proceed .2 miles. Next, turn left onto Route 1/Post Road and continue .3 miles. Take a right onto Reef Road and follow approximately .8 miles. The entrance to Veterans Park will be on the left. Veterans Park should be used only for the parking of vehicles. To continue to the site, walk to the left (southward) when exiting Veterans Park onto Reef Road and follow to its terminus (approximately .3 miles). Next, turn right onto Fairfield Beach Road. Entrance is almost to the immediate left directly across the street from College Place. The easement/driveway has a street sign that identifies the site as "Lighthouse Point." The easement provides pedestrian access to Long Island Sound.

Burying Hill Beach, Westport, CT (Fishing)

Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: live eels, Sea Worms, bunker, mackeral, Plugs
Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions: From the East: Take I-95 South to exit 18 to Sherwood Island State Park and continue 0.16 miles. Take the ramp to US-1/Westport and continue 0.09 miles. Stay on Sherwood Island Connector/Route 476 North 0.08 miles. Turn right onto Nyala Farms Road and continue 0.20 miles. Turn right onto Greens Farms Road and continue 0.61 miles. Greens Farms Road becomes Beachside Avenue and continue 0.21 miles.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)
From the West: Take I-95 North to exit 18 to Sherwood Island State Park and continue 0.22 miles. Turn left onto Sherwood Island Connector/Route 476 North and continue 0.25 miles. Turn right onto Nyala Farms Road and continue 0.20 miles. Turn right onto Greens Farms Road and continue 0.61 miles. Greens Farms Road becomes Beachside Avenue and continue 0.21 miles.

Cove Beach, Stamford, CT (Fishing)

Photo by: Paul Arbitman
Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: Sea worms, bunker, mackeral, Plugs, Fly Fishing
Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Bait and tackle: Fish Tales Bait & Tackle (203) 3254775
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379 Shippan Ave, Stamford, CT 06902 Map it Get directions
Directions: I95 Exit 8, onto Elm Street. At the intersection with Shippan Avenue, turn left onto Cove Road and follow to Weed Avenue to end.
Day Parking Passes On Saturday and Sunday, nonresidents must pay $20 per day or $25 for two consecutive days over a weekend. The passes are not sold at the beach. They are sold at the Office of Cashiering & Permitting from Monday through Friday and at the Ice Rink on Saturday and Sunday. Call 203-977-4692 to confirm these rates.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Saugatuck River, Westport, CT (Fishing)

Photo by: Paul Arbitman
Best Months To Fish: March through November
Fishing Methods: swimming Plugs, jigs, cut baits, sea worms, and fly fishing
Species: Stripers, Bluefish, and winter flounder
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions From the East: Take I-95 South. Take the Route 33 exit 17 to Route 136/Westport/Saugatuck and continue 0.21 miles. Turn left onto Saugatuck Avenue/Route 33 and continue 0.26 miles. Turn sharp right onto Riverside Avenue. End at 83 Riverside Avenue. (For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)
From the West: Take I-95 North. Take the Route 136 exit 17 to Route 33/Westport/Saugatuck and continue 0.27 miles. Turn slight left onto Saugatuck Avenue/Route 136. Continue to follow Saugatuck Avenue for 0.41 miles. Turn sharp right onto Riverside Avenue. End at 83 Riverside Avenue.
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Greenwich Point, Greenwich CT (Fishing)

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Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: Sea worms, bunker, mackeral, Plugs, Fly
Fishing Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions: From the East: Take I-95 South to exit 5 for US-1 North. After 0.1 miles turn right at E. Putnam Ave/US-1. Procced 0.2 miles turn right at Sound Beach Aveand proceed for 1.8 miles then turn right at Shore Rd. After 0.6 Shore Rd turns slightly left and becomes Tods Driftway.
From the West: Take I-95 North to exit 5 for US-1 toward Riverside/Old Greenwich. Procced 0.3 miles turn right at E Putnam Ave/US-1. Proceed .2 miles turn right at Sound Beach Ave. After 1.8 miles turn right at Shore Rd. Proceed 0.6 miles on Shore Road follow to Todd's Driftway.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)

Silver Sands State Park (Charles Island) Milford, CT (Fishing)

Best Months to Fish: May through November
Fishing Methods: Plugs, fly fishing and cut bait
Species: Striped bass and bluefish
Best time to Fish, best tide or currents and other FAQs
Directions: From I-95, take exit 35, School House south. Turn right onto route 1 (Bridgeport Avenue), then left onto Meadows End Road. Follow Meadows End straight onto Pumpkin Delight road. At the end of this road, turn right onto Monroe Street, then left onto Nettleton. Turn left at the barricade on to the park service road and follow it to the end.(For best results you must visit my main site. I will give you tips and tricks needed to land the biggest fish.)