Primary Target · Light Tackle & Fly
Bluefish Underrated and vicious. Spring 'racers' give way to acrobatic summer schools, then fall 'chopper' blues 15 lb+ that will straighten hooks. Fast, aggressive, and about as much fun as it gets on light tackle.
Striped Bass Bluefish Inshore Hardtails Tautog Offshore Season on the Sound
May — Spring 'racers' arrive — fast, aggressive fish on light tackle.June — Acrobatic summer schools show up — great topwater action.July — Consistent summer bite — blitzes on bait pods across the Sound.August — Peak summer numbers — blitzing bait from dawn through dusk.September — Peak — 'chopper' blues 15 lb+ start showing, heavier tackle territory.October — Peak — big fall choppers crash bait alongside the striper run.November — Peak — last of the giant blues before they push offshore for winter.
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