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FLY FISHING

By Nick Carter

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ly fishing for bonefish and permit might have originated on the flats of the Bahamas and the Florida Keys, but these islands hardly hold a monopoly on the style of fishing. In the Indian Ocean, about 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa, there is an archipelago that claims the highest density of bonefish in the world on one of its outer island groups.

The Alphonse Group is three small islets on the southwestern end of the Seychelles, a nation of 115 islands in gorgeous tropical waters northeast of Madagascar. Within the Alphonse Group, Alphonse Atoll and St. Francois Atoll offer more 10,000 acres of hard, white-sand bonefish flats as well as a lagoon with channels, finger flats and coral heads where fly fishers sight fish in clear water to more than 60 species of fish.

There are characters familiar to Atlantic flats—bonefish and permit—and there are also species exotic to North American fly rodders, like milkfish, colorful triggerfish and seven species of trevally. Instead of tarpon, the Seychelles offer up the giant trevally, which can weigh in excess of 120 pounds. And with a 10-minute boat ride out of Alphonse Island, anglers can access reef species and big pelagics like sailfish, wahoo, dorado, dogtooth and yellowfin tuna. Either trolling or teasing them up and casting flies to them, these offshore species offer a delightful break from the flats as well as a dinnertime treat on the island.

“The Seychelles has become known as the best giant trevally fishery in the world and has become the benchmark for anglers searching for an outstanding saltwater flats fishing experience,” said Keith RoseInnes, managing director of Alphonse Fishing Company. “The sheer numbers and variety of fish species has amazed the fly fishing world, with anglers from across the globe queuing up to sample this ultimate fishing playground.”

St. Francois is most well known for its bonefish, with ridiculous

numbers of 4to 6-pound fish and the occasional 8-pounder in the mix.

“On falling tides, it is often the case that huge shoals of bonefish can be targeted when leaving the flats in what has been described as a continuous river of bonefish,” said Rose-Innes. “You hunt them on foot and not from a skiff, as the sand flats are hard and white.”

It’s also as close to a sure thing as it gets for anglers seeking the Holy Grail of saltwater fly fishing. Good numbers of Indo-Pacific permit populate the flats, and Rose-Innes said his guides have near-perfected the art of catching them.

Along with natural environs conducive to awesome fishing, a strong conservation ethic ensures an incredible angling experience.

Alphonse Fishing Company tightly controls the amount and type of fishing pressure its waters see, and the fisheries are completely closed a minimum of three months per year. That’s the fishing side of the conservation effort. Alphonse also protects the unique flora and fauna of the islands, which makes for a sensational overall vacation experience, with comfortable lodging among beautiful tropical forests and beaches.

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Craig Sutton with a Costa Rica yellowfin.

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ost people my age buy a house in Costa Rica to retire,” said Craig Sutton, of Nosara Paradise Rentals and FishingNosara. “When I bought my first house in Costa Rica, my life was just starting to get interesting.”

Craig first discovered Nosara, Costa Rica on a surfing trip in the late 1990s and immediately fell in love with the people, the culture and the year-round excellent surfing. He purchased a small house near Guiones Beach, bought out his neighbors’ land, and spent the next 15 years building a nature preserve campus of 14 houses plus a pool, common areas and maintenance facilities.

One thing was missing from this surfer’s paradise: good fishing.

As a native Floridian, Craig’s passion for fishing runs deep. He has been a regular on the kingfish tournament scene for years, with his boat Fishtastic posting top-5 finishes in the several tournaments.

“The problem with fishing in Costa Rica is that fish are so big and so harsh that they will destroy your tackle, plus the costs for fuel is astronomical at $7 a gallon and rising,” said Sutton. “Captains trying to make ends meet would have to choose between new lines, new tackle and a full tank of gas, or putting food on the family table.”

After years of struggling to find a captain in Costa Rica who was willing and able to fish aggressively, Sutton realized his only option was to build his own boats and crew them with hand-picked locals.

“These guys had the drive and the talent to be great fishermen, they just lacked the tools and the logistical support,” said Sutton. “The team-centered approach allows FishingNosara captains to pursue the fish as aggressively as a professional tournament boat without being distracted by losing lures or running up the gas bill.”

FishingNosara launched their first boat, The Wanderer, in 2009 and have added a boat every year since. The results have been astounding. In the 2017 season, the five-boat FishingNosara team ran over 730 trips with over 80 marlin releases and 800 sailfish releases.

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“Reviving and releasing billfish is a sacred priority to us as conservationists, plus it makes good business sense,” said Sutton. “We have created a market of charter fishermen, which means billfish are worth more money alive and swimming than they are on a scale at the meat market.”

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Back in the States, a new version of the Fishtastic came online this year. It’s an exact copy of the 32’ Eduardono Harvester currently in Nosara, and Sutton is already amped up for a new challenge.

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By CAM Staff

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urrells Inlet, S.C. has always been a fishing town. Long before Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand began drawing tourists to experience the beaches, shopping, golf and nightlife that have made it famous, Murrells Inlet was a fishing village.

And it’s no wonder. The inlet itself is an inshore angler’s dream.

It’s an enclosed system, one of very few inlets on the east coast free from the influence of the Intracoastal Waterway or coastal rivers.

There’s no dirty water flowing in from upstream, and this system of marshes and backwaters is a completely saltwater environment, with no freshwater pumping in to reduce salinity. The result is excellent fishing and exploration of backwater creeks for speckled trout, redfish and the doormat flounder that Murrells Inlet has gained a reputation for.

Another thing the area has a well-earned reputation for is huge red drum, which hang out around the jetties to provide anglers with the bulldog runs only a big bull red can provide. It’s some of the best red fishing on the east coast, with fish in the 20- to 40-pound range arriving in numbers in both spring and fall.

For those who don’t mind a short boat ride to fill the cooler,

there are numerous nearshore reefs that can be easily accessed with a half-day trip and a run of less than 5 miles. Mackerel, sharks, black sea bass, reds, flounder, bluefish, spadefish and more make for an exciting outing even for the family, and you’ll come back with a cooler full of delicious fish.

Out to 15 or 30 miles, there is also excellent trolling for king and Spanish mackerel, cobia and amberjack, as well as bottom fishing for snappers, groupers and sea bass. But those who want to get serious should look into a full-day trip to the Gulf Stream.

From 55 to 70 miles offshore, opportunities for tuna, dolphin, wahoo, marlin and sailfish abound. Trolling the Gulf Stream for big-game species off the lower end of the Grand Strand is tough to beat anywhere.

So… it’s easy to see why Murrells Inlet has always been a fishing village, and perhaps the best way to experience it is from a base camp at the Inlet Sports Lodge. Located at the heart of Murrells Inlet, the Inlet Sports Lodge is a comfortable and classy boutique hotel that caters to anglers and golfers with the finest amenities in the area. It’s minutes away from three marinas, works closely with the area’s best charter captains and can accommodate boats up to 25 feet.

There’s a fish cleaning room for prep, as well as gas and charcoal grills available in the courtyard to cook your catch.

Or, for those who’d rather let someone else do the cooking, the COSTA Coastal Kitchen and Bar on-site offers up fine, fresh Italian and seafood fare. There are also several other restaurants nearby that prepare the kind of delicious right-out-of-the-water dishes that have made Murrells Inlet the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina.”

And don’t forget the golf. If days on the water paired with days on the links sounds like the perfect way to relax, the Inlet Sports Lodge has you covered. With golf packages booking a wide variety of the Grand Strand’s famous courses, there’s more golf than you can swing a stick at, including two award-winning courses with the same ownership as the Inlet Sports Lodge. Caledonia Golf & Fish Club and True Blue Plantation are two of the finest courses in the area as well as the nation.

For more information on fishing, golfing and the Inlet Sports Lodge at Murrells Inlet, S.C., go to www.inletsportslodge.com/ or call 877-585-9360.

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over rolling hills until we at last reached the bottom. Before the stream met the loch, I assembled my trusty 5-weight, tied on a Prince Nymph and cast. To my delight, a wild brown trout eagerly nailed the fly as I crawled it back to me.

Relaying this story gave me a bit of credibility back at the Trout Anglers Club. I received an invitation to join them on their last outing of the year to Loch Leven, home to Lochleven Castle, where Mary Queen of Scots was held prisoner. I went out with club members and fished from a “clinker” – an old wooden rowboat that had been fitted with an outboard. Once a world-renowned brown trout fishery, the loch has fallen victim to farm runoff. Although a majestic place to practice casting, we caught no fish that day.

Hungry for more, I recruited my friend Joe Bell from the club, whom I fished with on Loch Leven, to go on a salmon expedition on the River Earn one Saturday. Although not the most expensive river to fish in the area, we were taken good care of by the ghillie Sandy MacIntosh, a short man with rosy cheeks who dressed in green overalls. He treated us to coffee with whiskey in the lodge before walking us along the river, showing us the best spots from which to cast. Even though none of the four people Sandy hosted that day landed a fish, getting A Scottish grayling, prized for brilliant, shimmering dorsal fins—from the River Tweed. the full experience of fishing a Scottish river is something I will never forget. ther the castle nor any museum, but the EdMy greatest achievement fishing in Scotland inburgh Trout Anglers Club, the meeting grounds of a group of likeminded individuals came on an individual trip. Early one morning, bound by a common love of fish and drink. I I boarded a train to the town of Galashiels, in was welcomed by Alex Bell, the president, and the Borders area near England. I hopped off the introduced myself to the members who were train, took a bus for a bit, then hitchhiked the rest intrigued to meet an eager young American of the way to the famed River Tweed—one of the angler. Over a few pints and games of snook- premier salmon rivers in Scotland. Salmon seaer, I listened to fish stories and soaked in the son was over, though, and I was there for graywisdom of how and where to fish in Scotland. ling—a less targeted species and subsequently far All inland water of the United Kingdom is cheaper to get a permit for. I searched the waprivately owned, which means fishing requires ter by Czech nymphing, which is high-sticking written permission—usually at a fee—from heavy flies along the very bottom. With less than the landowner. This cultivates an exclusive an hour of daylight left, I finally felt a tug and spirit for the sport; the best runs are often ex- set the hook in a mouth of a beautiful grayling. pensive to fish for the day. At the same time, There is nothing like the feeling of success on a An arsenal of rods primed and ready for salmon competition for business encourages land- self-guided fishing trip. fishing on the River Earn.

Those are the highlights of my time fly fishowners to take good care of their fisheries.

Many times a full-time “ghillie” is hired to take ing Scotland, where the sport itself emerged. I made many friends, some with legs and some care of the water. uring the fall of 2016, I had the immense My first catch in Scotland came the next with fins, and saw some of the most beautiful privilege of living in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland. Apart from whiskey, kilts weekend on a hike on Mt. Roshven, which over- rivers and country in the world. If you ever have and bagpipes, Scottish culture also lays claim to looks Lochailort, a sea loch on the northwest the chance to visit the northernmost nation of the origins of fly fishing. Although historians dis- coast of Scotland. After a four-hour adventure the United Kingdom, leap at the opportunity. agree about where and when fly fishing began, to the summit, my two friends and I found our The people, the land, and the fish there are unlike there is strong evidence to suggest that Scotland way down the mountain by following a trickle anywhere else, and you’ll be sad to leave them. gave birth to the sport centuries ago. Fly fishing of water until it grew is heavily rooted in Scottish history, and the wa- into a stream. It led us For more Fly Fishing in Scotland, go to down the side of the ters of Scotland still teem with beautiful fish.

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hen I first started fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, I researched the necessary tackle and what I might catch and tried to memorize the different species. But really, I just hoped to catch anything big.

I knew I would be fishing exclusively from the beach and had my sights set on a bull red or nice gator trout, and if a shark happened along so much the better. With unrealistically high expectations and hopes to match, when I felt the first strike I knew it had to be something good. To my surprise, my surf rod didn’t strain under the massive weight. The drag refused to peel. Images of Spencer Tracy in “The Old Man and the Sea” did not flash before my eyes, as whatever hit my bait most assuredly had gotten off. The only sign that a

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fish was still on was the slightest wiggle, an almost imperceptible headshake.

The fish I hauled in was pale and reminded me of the redhorse suckers we used to spear just before trapping season in Wisconsin.

It was not glamorous in any way and certainly not magazine cover worthy. Worse, I didn’t even know what it was! After all the time spent looking at pictures of cobia, speckled seatrout and big redfish, I had no idea what this fish was.

Checking my cheat sheet, it looked like a whiting, or more accurately Gulf kingfish, but I wasn’t sure. An older gentleman fishing a short walk down the beach confirmed my suspicions and added that they’re pretty good to eat. Soon, every tick of the rod tip resulted in yet another whiting. I downsized my gear to a budget 7-foot Okuma combo spooled with 15-lb. Berkley Big Game and a flouro leader. A Carolina rig with a 1-oz. barrel sinker and 1/0 circle hook topped off with bits of shrimp turned me into a whiting catching machine.

Shrimp and clams, or similarly scented Fishbites, are excellent baits for these coastal croakers.

Whiting are relatively small, opportunistic bottom feeders, and using light tackle helps detect the slightest bite. In the spring, whiting migrate north along the Florida Gulf Coast only to make the return trip migrating south in the fall. The fall fishing can be fast and furious as large schools migrate south.

Casting into the first trough, usually within 30 yards (or less) from shore, makes this a great fish for kids to target too. Of course the whiting, in all its plainness, is one of the best eating fish in the Gulf. To add credence to my humble opinion, a past fish fry ended with my daughter asking for more chicken! To this day we often refer to whiting as the chicken of the sea… Sorry Charlie!

After 17 years of surf fishing, I have a lot of equipment and have caught a fair number of whiting. Occasionally, when the wind is right and the stars align, I get to return the favor as the older gentleman down the beach – and if it’s a whiting, I let them know that they’re pretty good to eat too!

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More Foliage and More Fishing at Moore Reservoir

By Dan Kenney

Pike, smallies and warm temperatures on the New Hampshire-Vermont border

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arly Autumn in New England? It’s a great time to explore some of your favorite fishing spots. As the leaves start to change, I like to head north to check out the fall foliage and, more importantly, go after those FINNED friends of mine.

That was the idea when we planned a trip to Moore Reservoir in New Hampshire, but when it was time to go, the weather wasn‘t quite what it historically is. The recent spate of hurricanes had brought warmer temps, delaying the fall foliage and keeping the water temps high.

Still, this was a trip I’d been looking forward to, and who can complain about a 75-degree day in northern New England in October!!!

The great thing about our getaway was how it all started—as an invitation from Mark Beauchesne, Advertising & Promotions Coordinator

for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department and a guide business owner as well. Mark’s an incredibly knowledgeable guy who I enjoy speaking with at sports shows across New England, including the New England Fishing & Outdoor Expo in Boxborough, Massachusetts each January.

The trip began with my camera guy, Chris Goodney, and I driving to Concord, New Hampshire on a Friday night.

We enjoyed a delicious meal at the Common Man Restaurant and were able to get a good night’s sleep in preparation for a day of hardcore fishing.

The next morning we got up at 5:30 a.m., grabbed some breakfast and drove the rest of the way to meet Mark at Moore Reservoir. If you haven’t done this trip in a while, Route 93 through Franconia Notch and all the ski resorts has some beautiful scenery. There are plenty of lakes and rivers to keep you dreaming about all the fish you can catch!

With temperatures about ten degrees above normal, we knew our goal of bringing in several northern’s wasn’t going to be easy. But Mark had knowledge of the lake and killer electronics, and we were able to grind it out spot after spot in his new ranger

aluminum boat.

We threw everything at them but the kitchen sink: spinnerbaits, topwater, jerkbaits, tubes, jigs, drop shot—you name it. Certainly, the fishing was tougher than expected but it was awesome to get inside a guide’s head and see what he does on a daily basis. The common ground we shared is being guys who refuse to give up. It’s an attitude of doing whatever it takes to figure out where the fish may be, no matter where you’re fishing or what the conditions are. I’ll stay out there for ten hours straight if that’s what it takes!

So if you’re looking for a quick yet fun adventure full of natural beauty and fantastic angling, head to Moore Reservoir this fall...or next!

Fortunately, our persistence paid off. We caught some quality smallmouth bass, which was a ton of fun, even if they were all in the one Until then, God Bless and Go to three-pound range. But Fish! the highlight of the day was locking onto a nine-pound, 31-inch long northern Pike FORECAST BY: Dan is an avid angler and host of the with light spinning tackle and television show “Go Fish with an eight-pound mono, and Dan Kenney.” The television then fighting her for three program airs via the Charter strong runs as she kept peeling Spectrum network and is seen off drag. Eventually, I was able on YouTube at youtube.com/ to get her boatside as Mark gofishdanshow. Dan also runs the netted her perfectly.

New England Fishing & Outdoor Expo (nefishing.com). Dan wears The other great thing about Typhoon polarized sunglasses on our trip was the awesomeness all of his fishing adventures. of Moore Reservoir. Created in 1957 as a byproduct of the

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Moore Dam, which was built on the Connecticut River, Moore Reservoir is New Hampshire’s fourth largest lake, with 3,500 acres. More importantly, it’s the state’s largest undeveloped lake.

Thanks to a unique agreement between the hydro power company, federal and state agencies, conservation groups, and the Connecticut River Joint Commissions, Moore Reservoir is an amazing wildlife habitat featuring clean water and lots of great recreational opportunities.

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A Great Cause in Maine!

Maine Outdoors Adventures with Twin Maple Outdoors

By Richard Yvon I felt moved and emotional having friends afflicted by this horrible disease. The energy and enthusiasm was apparent that we were there to beat out breast cancer and support friends and family that are and have been affected. It was truly an inspirational day for a “Great Cause”!

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his year in Maine, a new event was born!

The 1st Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fishing Tournament!! Along with some great sponsors, and volunteers, there was lot’s fun, camaraderie and lasting memories. The successful event was hosted by Lakeside Motel and Cabins on what is affectionately known as “Lake Cobby” The venue was top notch and the weather promised a good day for a greater cause.

As we debarked from the boat slips, everyone was energized to get out on the water. Even if you don’t fish, water is absolutely a healing experience weather watching it from ashore or out in a boat.

As a fisherman to see all these folks assembled and heading out for breast cancer support and awareness was truly awesome!

The new owners of Lakeside Motel and Cabins, Zach and Travis, will ensure the beautiful establishment gets ran in the family tradition it has been reputed for. Andy and Sheree Wess of Winthrop, Maine have run it for over 30 years.

As everyone gathered on the morning of the event, rules If you would like more on Maine and protocols were gone information Fishing Tournaments like through step by step as one this one go to http://www. would expect in any fishing tournament. What stood out in this crowd of folks was the sportsmanship, making of new friends and good will that was shared. Everyone there seemed to have a sense of understanding, compassion and Photo: “Excited!” Left to Right … caring for why Daniel Kenney, Capt. Shawn Tibbetts, they were there.

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Lakesidelodging.com At the end of the day, everyone was welcomed back in with food and drink and plenty of smiles. Everyone was blessed with some good fishing but more importantly was everyone had fun and the mission was accomplished!

After the weigh in, raffles and give aways, all went home feeling that they contributed for a greater cause in HOPE that someday all the cures will be found and all lives will be lived to its their fullest potential.

For now, it’s about accepting, supporting and never giving up HOPE! If you or someone you know has been afflicted by breast cancer, remember that it does take a village… Lend your love and understanding. It will make a difference!

If you are interested in a Northern Maine Outdoor Adventure, please reach out to Rich!

About Richard Yvon…

Rich is a full time Registered Maine Guide and Luxury Sporting Lodge operator. He is a “Certified Yamaha G3 Guide” that runs fly and spin fishing trips with a G3 Jet boat and drift boat. Located in Bradford Maine, Rich guides World Class Maine hunting, fishing and recreation adventures. As well as guiding, Rich is also an outdoor writer, tree farmer, fly-fishing and certified NRA firearms instructor. Spending time in Maine’s North Woods

has provided a canvas for Rich to share his passion of the outdoors with all walks of life.

When Rich is not in the field, he sits as a director for The Maine Highlands of Maine Tourism.

By contributing to the board of directors, he is in constant

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YOUNG ANGLERS Eeling at the Elizabeth Islands For Giant Stripers

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t was another early morning.

The boat was covered in dew and I was pumped to get out and so was everyone else.

to find out why there was not a lot of boats out, it was foggy but not overly foggy. We continued out of the harbor and into the open ocean.

It took us about 20-30 minutes to get to the Elizabeth Islands.

I go to the front and put down the trolling motor and grabbed my rod.

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Within minutes I hooked up to a schoolie. It was the first fish of the day and it was on my first cast, I started to get less worried. We finished the stretch and ran to the next one. We saw and caught a lot more fish right away than we did on the first stretch. We saw a monster bass pass us and get spooked.

We finished that stretch too and we went to the next one. Right

away we saw a lot of keepers.

We threw an eel at them and a soft plastic but they wouldn’t eat. We continued around the corner and my dad spotted a keeper while standing up on the Yeti. Adam, our friend, threw an eel right on it’s head and the fish slammed it. We brought it in, measured it and put it in the box. We continued again farther and pulled in a couple more keepers. We headed back the way we came. We caught only schoolies until we came to the same spot we caught the fish that my Dad spotted. We saw a bunch of other big fish but could not get them to eat. It was not until Adam, in the back of the boat, took a blind cast with the eel. A slob of a Striper nailed it and he was hooked up. The fish took off into the

rocks and we almost lost her.

It was a good thing that we had the trolling motor because we were able to get right up in the rocks. We got it out of the rock and it came swimming right to the boat and right to me. I stuck the net into the water and the fish swam right into it. We had caught what we had come for!

It was time to go now and it was a very successful day, and very fun for all of us. I hope you all had a great season too.

Braeden Smaykiewicz is a 13-year-old avid fisherman. He began fishing at 4-years old and has experience catching everything from fresh water species to saltwater, inshore to offshore.

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CATCH PHOTOS Fishing with Shelley By Shelley Wigglesworth The end of the season on the F-V Nor’easter did not disappoint. Here are some photos of a day of fall deep sea fishing in the Gulf of Maine with award winning television show host Bill Green of Bill Green’s Maine. The F/V Nor’easter was featured in a segment on the October 14th, 2017 show.

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EDITORIAL

Planning Your Montana Fishing Trip

By Stephanie Winter pensive public campgrounds close to access sites.

The downside of self-guiding is the need to figure everything out yourself. You need to have a car, food and fishing equipment. Book a campsite or hotel well in advance. Look up hatch charts and packing lists before you go. Stay in an area where you have access to several fishing sites as the rivers can be blown out or too low by the time you get here.

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ontana indisputably has some of the best trout fishing in North America. Its scenic setting, pristine waters, and public accessibility make the state an ideal spot for a fishing vacation. Deciding if you want to plan a self-guided, day trips with a guide, or staying at a lodge is the first step in setting up your perfect Montana vacation.

Self-guided A self-guided fishing vacation is perfect for experienced anglers, people on a budget, anyone who wants flexibility, and people who don't care how many fish they catch. Expect to spend a few days fishing a river before you figure out the right flies and technique to use.

Montana is ideal for a self-guided fishing trip as the stream access is unparalleled. Not only are there plenty of well-marked access sites but you can wade fish any river as long as you enter through a public access site or public bridge and stay below the high water mark. There are also tons of free or very inex6 BOSTON | NOVEMBER 2017

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Your final option is staying at a fishing lodge. A lodge is the priciest option but has abundant amenities. Staying at a fly fishing lodge requires the least amount of planning on your part. Fishing lodges should shuttle you from the airport, arrange your guides, and provide gourmet meals. Lodge accommodations are usually in beautiful, remote settings giving you a peaceful respite from everyday life. If you feel like soGuided day trips cializing, you can interact with If you're new to fishing, it’s your the other lodge guests, who first time fishing Montana, or are most likely just as obsessed you don't want to with fishing as you. spend a lot of time figuring Aside from out what the price, the fish the draware eatback of ing on stayy o u r ing at a o w n , f ishing hire a lodge is guide for the lack a day trip. of flexibilGuided ity. When day trips are you meet your more expensive, guide, when they but will help take the bring you home, and guessing out of the where-to- mealtimes aren't adjustable. A fish-and-what-to-tie-on equa- fishing lodge is probably not tion. Day trips are perfect if for you if you have a non-fishyou want to fish multiple rivers ing significant other or young and use different guides. Hav- children joining you. Most ing a guide removes the annoy- lodges' remote locations proances of tying on flies, untan- vide few alternative activities gling your line and unhooking for those not fishing. a slippery fish. Hiring a guide is particularly important if you Regardless of your approach, have any special needs. They you should plan on spending give you the choice of wading at least four or five days here or floating; which is especially as fishing can be unpredictable. critical if mobility is a factor.

Know that high or low water, inclement weather, and wildfires are out of anyone’s control and you might need to cancel or modify your trip based on these unpredictable events.

Getting to Montana can be a process. Depending on your initial location, travel typically takes a full day with at least one connection. Make sure to book your flights in advance.

Cell service is non-existent in most remote locations in Montana. Make sure you know where you are going and you have enough gas to get there and back before you head out on any trip.

Keeping all this in mind, fishing in Montana is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable experiences for any angler. People fly from around the world for a chance to hook a trophy trout. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing vacation full of fresh air and scenic views or reevaluating your purpose in life, Montana has a life-changing experience for everyone.

Stephanie Winter is a fly fishing guide at Big Hole Lodge in Wise River, MT. Find the lodge at flyfishinglodge.com and more fish pics on her instagram @stephrwinter

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Boston's Bay Watcher Bruce Berman

By Christina Carr

Coastal Angler Profile

As we head to the salon for our first cup of coffee, the rod bends over and the reel starts to scream.

"Fish on!" Berman shouts with glee.

"Grab that rod and get to work." Ten minutes later, with a 32 -inch striped bass in the cooler and another live bait on a hook under the boat Berman settles down to chat.

another big bass took the bait, made a short run and threw the hook. Over the next few hours we caught and released - a half a dozen more striped bass and one big bluefish - without ever leaving the dock!

ing VIP's or reporters out fishing on his vintage Sisu "The Shamrock" on Boston Harbor, you can find him in his office on his boat at Constitution Marina working on his upcoming book “Big Fish: Politics, Policy, and American Seafood” which will be published

by Temple University Press in 2019. "There are important lessons here that fisherman everywhere have learned the hard way. It is all about clean water and sustainable fisheries. That's the best way to make the future a little better than the past."

As we prepared sashimi (with cilantro, lime and garlic) and sushi (with wasabi, ginger and citrus-soy) for lunch, Berman continued: "Boston Harbor is a great place to live. Where else Boston's Bay Watcher Bruce Berman with a can you catch a big bass pair of nice bass and bluefish caught dockside in the morning, a Red Sox at Constitution Marina on Boston Harbor Photo by Christina Carr "25 years ago Boston game in the afternoon, and Harbor was a disaster. a concert or a comedy show t is 6:00 AM on a specToday it is one of the clean- after dinner? " tacular spring morning Bruce Berman's column est urban harbors in Amerand Boston's Bay Watcher ica. The water's clean, the "If you are looking for fish on sustainable fishing and Bruce Berman is already fishing is fantastic and the on Boston Harbor Ber- healthy cooking on Boston looking for bait off the Harbor will be a reguman's your guy" said Paul fish are great to eat." stern of his restored Malar/occasional feature of Foster, who has watched rine Trader trawler "The Boston Harbor is a remark- the harbor come back to Coastal Angler Magazine.

Verandah" right at the dock able success story - and one life over the past 25 years. at Constitution Marina on that Berman knows well. "And he's not a bad cook Boston Harbor.

For the past 20 years he if you like fresh fish." has served as spokesman When Berman is not takIn just a few minutes Berfor the non-profit Save the man pulls a half dozen tinHarbor / Save the Bay, a ker mackerel from the clear, driving force behind the cool water with a sweetened Boston Harbor Cleanup. sabiki rig (which he buys The groups free summer by the dozen from Bass youth environmental eduPro) and transfers them to cation programs have cona floating pen by the side of nected 50,000 kids to Bosthe boat. He careful picks ton Harbor since 2002. the friskiest fish, hooks it through the nose and drops Our talk was cut short as it back into the water about Accepting new members of all experience levels the rod just outside the 15 feet below the dock.

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Early Rise Outfitters: November 2017

By Patrick Barone

With this month’s focus being travel destinations, I wanted to promote the waters and towns of Berkshire County in western Massachusetts. With historic towns like Great Barrington, Lenox, and Adams as well as those you’ve never heard of like New Ashford, Tyringham, and Sandisfield there is a lake or river that has the perfect fishing trip for you. Pike, trout, bass, pickerel, and the variety of panfish are abundant throughout Berkshire County if you know where to look.

If you are in search of pike this time of year, I can’t suggest a big lure, bait, or fly strongly enough. We all know that every fish is trying to eat as much as possible in the fall to fatten up before the cold of winter sets in. This creates predictable behavior patterns in large predatory fish that we can exploit.

A big pike doesn’t want to eat twenty 1” shiners, it wants to eat three 7” shiners. It will need to expend less energy hunting and eating fewer times as the water temperature drops.

By throwing large profile baits like spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, and swimbaits, we are offering a meal that is big enough to get

the attention of the biggest, waters is a term from trout and meanest, predatory pike. salmon fishing, I feel it applies perfectly here. Pike are often If you are trying to find these lying in wait, in an ambush beasts in one of the many lo- position waiting for the right cations throughout Berkshire meal-sized forage to make a County that they have been mistake and enter their strike able to establish a healthy adult zone. Be sure to cover lots of population, you have a few op- water, vary your retrieve speed tions. While it is hard to say ex- and rhythm, and be ready for a actly where a pike will be living big strike. within a body of water, if I were exploring new water I would FORECAST BY: Patrick is a lifelong fisherman, who has been bitten by fish what I call ‘transitionthe fly fishing bug. He is also the al water’, wherever an edge is co-founder/co-owner of Early Rise found. Think weed edges, botOutfitters, a year-round catch and release fly fishing guide service tom composition changes, and dedicated to providing enjoyable depth change long a narrow angling adventures throughout area (picture an underwater Massachusetts, with an emphasis on sandbar). While transitional education and conservation.

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ring runs, I started my season upriver in the narrow waterways scoring holdovers waking up from their winter slumber and new arrivals, growing in size as the spring wore on. As the weather and water warmed, I explored muddy flats and sandbars, where aggressive fish staged on the shelves, looking for an easy meal. Once the spring shifted into full gear, I focused my attention on the river mouths, drifting metal lip swimmers where big fish would set up on the outflows, ready to ambush smaller bait on a dropping tide. Floating needles in the boulder fields of the outer harbor became my next strategy, as they make the perfect attraction for summer cows looking to feast among the rocks. Fall brings a shift in the winds and puts a swell into With six different river systems the surf that every surfcaster connected to the harbor all longs for. I have been able to supporting varying sized her- find whitewater and work big started surfcasting as a child on the beaches of Cape Cod. Despite having lived in the Boston area for the past fifteen years, I’ve always fallen back on the crutch of my old Cape spots, putting many miles on the truck going to and from fishing beaches I was more familiar with. Between a new house, a new baby, and a hefty workload in the kitchen, I knew fishing trips were going to be shorter and harder to come by this year, so I made the decision to focus solely on fishing Boston Harbor from shore.

What started out as a matter of convenience and proximity has turned into the beginning of an understanding of this tremendous body of water and all of the amazing fishing opportunities it has to offer.

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heavy needles through harsh northeast winds to tempt trophy fish all night long, moving right into blitzing bluefish in the daylight.

Boston Harbor offers many good shore fishing options, not only because of its nearly 200 miles of shoreline, but also because of an abundance of access points. I have spent most of the season visiting many of the Harbor’s public parks, leaving my buggy in legal parking spots, taking far fewer risks with parking than I would be sneaking onto some of my favorite beaches on the Cape. Often times, a winter afternoon spent on Google Earth will have me staring at points and coves that look very fishy, only to realize its private property with no public way to the waterline. When playing the same Google Earth game in the Harbor, all of the most enticing

points seem to be connected to public parking lots, meaning I can focus on where I want to fish based on where I think fish will be, and not where I can find access.

In my season of Harbor-dedicated fishing I have found moving water that reminds me of the Cape Cod Canal, surf that reminds me of Nauset beach, and boulder fields that remind me of the rocks all along Buzzard’s Bay. While I will always love traveling to the exotic and far away surfcasting destinations that New England has to offer, this season taught me that sometimes the closest water can also be the fishiest water.

Patrick is a lifelong surfcaster, Massachusetts Striped Bass Association member, and chef of River Bar where his blend of street food, French cuisine, and Asian ingredients make for a fun and unique dining experience along the Mystic River.

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Plum Island Surfcasters: Captain Greg Metcalf- Striped Bass Fishing in Kennebunkport November 21st 2017 • Newbury, MA Families and Junior members are encouraged to attend. Nonmembers may join that evening. Membership information is available on our website. Admission fee for non-members is $5.

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Plum Island Surfcasters CL UB M E E T I NG November 21st 2017: Captain Greg Metcalf: Striped Bass Fishing in Kennebunkport Newbury Fire Hall, 3 Morgan Avenue, Newbury, MA 01950 • 7pm Families and Junior members are encouraged to attend. Non-members may join that evening. Membership information is available on our website. Admission fee for non-members is $5. Doors open at 7pm.

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By CAM Special Correspondent Tobin Strickland • Photo fish courtesy of troutsupport.com’s new lure

ig speckled trout are a different animal altogether and require a different mindset compared to finding small trout. In the search for big trout, it’s often said that catching lots of small trout means it’s time to move on. But you might not want to leave so fast.

Big trout feed predominantly on fish. They will feed on shrimp when abundant. They will focus on menhaden, shad, piggy perch, pin perch, croaker and small trout. Many times big trout will be shallow to feed on big mullet and small trout in what we would normally associate as little trout habitat.

Big trout will find a niche within that habitat to focus their attention, something that will give them an advantage in areas where they can feel safe from predators. So look where others aren’t, and don’t overlook ugly fishing spots. Think like an upper-echelon predator, but remember that dolphins and sharks will eat even the biggest trout.

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he waters surrounding Australia are internationally renowned for some of the best sportfishing in the world, and Lizard Island on the Great Barrier Reef provides an exceptional platform from which to be part of the action.

The waters off tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Great Barrier Reef, are considered the black marlin capital of the world, with many eager sports fishers flocking to the area annually during the storied marlin season.

There is no better way to truly experience Australian sportfishing than with a visit to Lizard Island.

Lizard Island, located 17 miles off the coast of Tropical North Queensland, is the most northern resort on the reef and is in the heart of the best sportsfishing grounds. The resort boasts unrivalled access to the Great Barrier Reef, so it is no surprise that fishing is one of Lizard Island’s most popular experiences.

Lizard Island offers fishing charters to both the inner and outer reef on the luxury fishing vessel Fascination III. The inner reef takes only 15 minutes to reach and fish species include mackerel, queenfish, trevally and

other pelagic species. For those looking to catch something a little larger, a 50-minute trip to the outer reef should do the trick. Here it is not uncommon to catch mackerel, tuna, trevally, mahi-mahi, sailfish and black marlin at the right time of the year.

While there are a variety of fishing experiences and species in the waters surrounding Lizard Island, the real draw is black marlin. Each year from September to December, the celebrated black marlin return to the area. For seven days in October each year, the Black Marlin Classic draws fishermen from all over the world to try their luck at catching one of these famous giants. For these seven days, Anchor Bay is inundated with eager fishermen seeking to catch a grander—a marlin heavier than 1,000 pounds. It is not uncommon in these waters. All black marlin fishing in the region is “tag and release” based, and limited to a particular area to ensure protection and conservation of this captivating species.

Whether you are interested in a leisurely week of fishing in the beautiful tropical waters off Lizard Island or a serious sportfishing expedition in search of giant black marlin, Lizard Island will not disappoint. Unrivalled access to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, the luxury and seclusion of the resort, and ample opportunities to catch some truly impressive fish make Lizard Island the obvious choice for an Australian fishing adventure. If this isn’t already on your bucket list, it absolutely should be.

For more information, visit the Ultimate Fishing Australia website ultimatefishing.com. au. Check out the four-night Lizard Island Fishing package, available at http://ultimatefishing.com.au/australian-fishing-tours/queensland/lizard-island/. Or contact them via email at info@ ultimatefishing.com.au or by phone at +61 (0) 8 8354 2348.

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PEACEFULWATERS.CO Here are a few options: South Carolina Lowcountry: The marshes of the Lowcountry between Charleston, S.C. and Savannah, Ga. offer some of the best fly fishing for redfish on the east coast. Although the big bulls actually move out in fall, the best sight fishing of the year occurs when water temperatures begin to drop. Cool water means clear water here, and young redfish can be found in schools of 20 to 30 fish tailing on the mud flats and in tidal creeks. In less than 3 feet of water, these fish are skittish, and stealth is important. Bring your 8-weight to battle fish from 5 to 10 pounds. If you’re lucky, you’ll find them crushing big shrimp along a grass line, so pack a box of shrimp patterns. But be sure to bring your baitfish patterns, too, because mullet and menhaden will also be on the menu.

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edfish spawn in fall. What this means for anglers is spawning-sized reds, the bull reds, will be moving in from offshore across much of their range in preparation for the spawn. Large aggregations of big redfish, hungry from expending energy, become easy targets. The dirty water often associated with the weather of fall can make visibility difficult in many areas, and anglers chucking cut bait from beaches, piers and jetties find an advantage in their stinking offerings.

But what about the purists… the fly fishers, who find joy in placing themselves at a disadvantage with self-imposed limitations?

Well, fall also brings some of the best action of the year for redfish on the fly. The trick is to choose the location wisely.

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Florida Panhandle: From Steinhatchee to Pensacola, oversized redfish in the thousands push in from offshore each fall to school up in preparation for the spawn. At the same time, menhaden and mullet will be making their way out of the estuaries into the bays in search of deeper, warmer water. The result is a whole lot of big fish gorging on plentiful baitfish around the passes. The reds can show up in pods of 10 or 20 or schooling by the hundreds.

Bring your 10-weight rod to battle 20-pound reds as well as a box full of baitfish patterns and spoonflies. A sinking line might be in order as well.

Louisiana: With the cooling waters, bull redfish pile into the Louisiana estuaries each year. If tangling with 20 to 40-plus pound reds on a fly rod sounds like fun, this might be the best season and the best place on the planet to do it. Anglers from around the world eagerly await Louisiana’s fall invasion of enormous reds, so if you haven’t already booked your charter, you’re probably out of luck. Clean water means the opportunity is there to sight fish for bull reds that are grubbing up crabs in the marshes. Bring your 10-weight and a box of crab patterns.

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eing from middle Tennessee, I was introduced to many diverse fisheries in my younger years. This area of the country has long been known for great smallmouth bass fishing, as it should be, but in my opinion it can’t compare to the smallmouth fishing in the Great Lakes region right now. I am certainly not bashing the smallmouth fishing down south, but fishing the Elite Series allows me to see some of the best lakes in the country, and the “good ole days” of smallmouth bass fishing on the Great Lakes is right now.

Flowing out of Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River is one of my favorites on our schedule because it fishes similar to the rivers back home. The river has a lot of current, which positions the fish. The water is clear, and you can catch smallmouth from 2 feet deep all the way out to 60 feet.

The St. Lawrence is absolutely full of smallmouth, and 30- to 40fish days are just another day on the water. In addition to the fishing, the area is also just an awesome place to spend time. Waddington, N.Y., which is our host city when we go, is in a very rural part of New York with lots of cropland and cattle farms. If you’ve not visited this fishery, I strongly suggest you do.

Lake St. Clair is on fire right now. The final Elite Series tournament of the regular season was held there this year, and overall bass weights were absolutely phenomenal. The big smallmouth of the tournament weighed almost 7 pounds.

In the past, tournaments on St. Clair were won by guys who ran to Lake Erie or Lake Huron, but not anymore. It seems now that St. Clair is the place to be. The style of fishing is different than most smallmouth destinations. Lake St. Clair is just a big bowl-shaped lake with a shipping channel running through the middle of it. That’s about the only real contour change on the whole lake. The big keys are

looking for clean spots in the grass and finding bait.

If that doesn’t fit your style, you can run up the river toward Huron or down the Detroit River toward Erie. Both rivers have plenty of current and plenty of smallmouth.

After fishing a tournament on Lake Champlain this year, it is my new favorite lake in the country.

The smallmouth fishing is phenomenal, and you can catch big largemouth, too.

The smallmouth hang out on offshore shoals, old bridge blow-throughs and rocky structure around the shoreline. If you get tired of catching them, there is an abundance of milfoil, docks and reeds where largemouth bass are willing and ready to bite. Lake Champlain, in my opinion, has the healthiest population of bass of anywhere I have ever fished, and that makes it fun, period. Plattsburg, N.Y. is a great place to visit, as well, with lots of cool sites to see.

If you make one of these trips, be sure you’re prepared with the right MHX rods, Mustad hooks and Vicious fishing line. Hit Brandon up on Facebook or Instagram with any questions.

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t’s got the beaches, with fine white sand and the emerald green waters of the gorgeous northern Gulf of Mexico. It’s got the nightlife, the shopping and fine dining, the beautiful golf courses and everything else that draws vacationers from around the world. But what Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island—the heart of northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast—have more of than anything else is fishing.

Back in 1956, Florida Gov. Leroy Collins called Destin “The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village” after catching a big king mackerel on a 15-minute photo-op boat ride during the Destin Fishing Rodeo. More than 60 years later, the historic Destin Fishing Rodeo just wrapped up its 69th annual October-long event, proving once again that this fishing village is just as lucky as ever.

Daily weigh-ins at the rodeo give spectators a close look at what the waters off the Emerald Coast have to offer. Excitement builds on the docks in front of the landmark AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar when big tuna, wahoo, king mackerel, dolphin, groupers and snappers come to the scales. And in the Billfish Division, the big sportfishing yachts are out there pulling spreads for sailfish—and marlin that easily eclipse the 500-pound mark.

There have been a couple grander blue marlin caught on the northern Gulf Coast over the years and a few more that came very close to tipping the scales past the 1,000-pound mark. Even swordfish show up pretty regularly, meaning there’s a real possibility for a grand slam fishing out of the marinas of Okaloosa County.

It’s world-class fishing on the Panhandle, which in recent years has seen the big pelagic species moving closer to shore with changing currents. And what’s more, the action is yearround. There’s a good reason the world’s largest charter fishing fleet is based out of Destin Harbor.

Nearshore

Nearshore, warm and fertile Gulf waters coupled with numerous wrecks and reefs to create some of the most bountiful fishing Florida has to offer. With a short boat ride less than 8 miles off the beach, anglers can bottom fish or troll with family pleasing and cooler-filling consistency for amberjack, numerous snapper and grouper species, cobia, blackfin tuna, king and Spanish mackerel and more.

Offshore

Due south about 25 to 30 miles out, the continental shelf drops and there are multiple renowned hotspots, with some of the best big game fishing in the Gulf. South Florida seems to get most of the bright, hot spotlight when it comes to the big pelagics, but serious anglers out of the Emerald Coast quietly and consistently catch serious fish. Whether it’s a full-day trolling trip or an overnight expedition deep into the Gulf, dolphin, blue marlin, tuna and

wahoo are available to those who mean business when it comes to fishing.

Inshore

Those who would rather explore grass flats and oyster beds in search of trout or tailing redfish will also find that on the Emerald Coast. Inside East Pass and Okaloosa Island, Choctawhatchee Bay spreads out vast and shallow. It’s the perfect place to launch a skiff or a kayak into 130 square miles of inshore action that’s some of the best on the Panhandle.

Spring Cobia

Finally, any discussion of fishing options around the Emerald Coast has to include the cobia run, which is one of the best on the planet. Book your charter now, because in spring—peaking in April—cobia that have migrated north along the Gulf Coast arrive off the beaches bringing some of the most exciting fishing there is.

This is sight fishing for one of the ocean’s tastiest and hardest fighting fish, and during this spring run they can arrive with weights in excess of 100 pounds. With a spotter in the tower, you cruise the clear blue-green waters looking for the telltale brown shadows of a pod of cobia doggedly pushing west. With a Airline_CoastalAnglerAd_3-2016_Layout 1 3/18/16 1:07 PM Page 1 smooth approach, the boat moves to intercept, and then it’s up to the angler to make an accurate cast with a live bait or a jig. Anticipation is almost unbearable for a few seconds before the take, and then bedlam breaks loose.

Cobia put up the most unpredictable fight in fishing. They are capable of long, drag-burning runs, leaps, rolls and deep dives, but sometimes they save the thrashing until they hit the deck. Either way, catching a big cobia is exciting, and there’s no better grilling fish that swims.

So, while the Emerald Coast offers gorgeous beaches and all the activity of a top-notch beach vacation destination, on the water it remains what it was before the Miracle Strip and Harbor Boulevard grew up around it.

It’s one of the best fishing destinations in the world in terms of quality, quantity and variety of angling opportunities.

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