New York Fishing Podcast

Ever wondered about the similarities between Thanksgiving and fishing? Thanksgiving is a time of abundance and gratitude, and in our latest podcast episode, we find these same sentiments echo in the world of fishing. Joined by our guest, Desi O'Sullivan from Celtic Quest, we take you on a journey through the thrill of fishing, the love for the ocean, and the importance of preserving its resources. 

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The numbers speak for themselves, and they paint a concerning picture. Recent data reveals a significant decline in the Chesapeake striped bass stock. Yet, an often overlooked fact is the thriving Hudson Striped Bass Stock, which is currently experiencing record highs.

Given the alarming situation in the Chesapeake, the Striped Bass Management Board is poised to take severe measures. Unfortunately, this typically translates to restr...

Curious about the inner workings of fishing and the politics that surround it? We promise you an enlightening journey in our latest episode, We delve deeper into the fishing world with the revered John McMurray, dissecting his significant contributions that shaped fishing laws, current regulations, and the potential looming shutdown of the spring striped bass season.

Fishing enthusiasts, brace yourselves as seasoned angler...

Ready to embark on a captivating journey through the dynamic world of New York's fishing community? Join me, George Scocca, as we navigate through hot topics that are making waves, from the controversial proposal of a fishing license to the exhilarating realm of surf fishing. Our journey is enriched by the expertise of seasoned angler, Tim Riegan, also known as South Fork Salt on Instagram. His intimate understanding of Long I...

Are you ready to question the familiar? Brace yourself as we challenge the notion that additional fishing licenses equate to more funds for the state, right here in New York. We'll pull back the curtain on the truth about the Wallop Breaux tax, daring to ask, is this proposed license just a scheme to fill the state's coffers? Join us as we probe into the real financial impact, the local tackle industry's repercussion...

Ever found yourself swarmed by black flies while out fishing, wishing you had a better bug spray? Well, I, George Scocca, recently stumbled upon a game-changing repellent during my fishing expedition off Jones Inlet. I'll be revealing the magic spray in this episode of the New York Fishing Podcast. The adventure didn’t stop there - the lack of fluke and sea bass, and the increasing instances of shark depredation added the perf...

Ready to navigate the choppy waters of the New York State Fishing License? Buckle up for a deep-sea discussion where we tackle the ins and outs of the license, dissecting the survey that comes with it. We're sounding the alarm on its non-obligatory nature and the lack of Spanish translation, a massive oversight considering the booming Hispanic oceanic angling community. We’ll question the survey's assumptions, covering ev...

Craving a bit of adrenaline rush and a great story to tell? Join me, your host George Scaca, on another thrilling episode of the New York Fishing Podcast. Armed with my fishing line, my partners Rob Pavlich, Lep Leprechaun, and I embarked on a fluke fishing expedition that promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. We share tales of the keepers we caught, the fun we had, and the unexpected lessons learned from fishing with diff...

Are you ready to navigate the complex waters of fishing regulations? Your trusted guide, George Gaca, is here to help you untangle the intricacies of the upcoming saltwater fishing license survey, the latest news on striped bass, and the state's take on land-based shark fishing. As an angler, this is essential knowledge. It's not just about casting your line; knowing these rules is key to preserving the sport we love. 

What if the popular assumptions about artificial reefs and fishing licenses are all wrong? Join me, George Scocca, as we strip down the facade surrounding the New York Saltwater Fishing License. Armed with an analytical lens, we'll probe into the early draft, scrutinize its claims, and juxtapose it with similar licenses from other states. Get ready to challenge preconceived notions surrounding the cost of fishing licenses and ...

Ever wondered why Cobia fishery has been booming in our local waters? Join us as we chat with Jimmy Furch Jr., a young angler with invaluable insights working at Bay Park Marina, to uncover the secrets behind the explosive growth of this incredible Cobia fishery. From tactics and techniques to environmental changes, we leave no stone unturned in our pursuit of understanding this fascinating phenomenon.

We also tackle the i...

What's the deal with the striped bass emergency regulation and its impact on recreational anglers? Are you baffled by the lack of communication between fisheries managers and the sport fishing community? Join us this week on the New York Angler fishing podcast as we unravel the mysteries surrounding the one-year class of striped bass that's stirring up controversy. From commercial fishermen being allowed to keep the fish ...

Is the 9% mortality rate for striped bass caught by recreational fishermen really accurate? In this eye-opening episode of the New York Fishing Podcast, we challenge the outdated studies from the 90s that led to this number, and discuss the need to re-evaluate these figures in light of modern fishing practices and conservation efforts. Learn about a recent Massachusetts study that showed a much lower mortality rate when fish were c...

Do you know about the ghost pots lurking in the Long Island Sound? Join us as we dive into this serious issue with our expert guest, Scott Curitolo Wagamon, a senior resource educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension in Suffolk County and director of the Fisheries Department. Scott sheds light on the lobster die-off of 1999-2000 and how the derelict lobster program was created to help remove these ghost pots, which have a major imp...

Just as we're about to hit our stride in the fishing world, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) is set to significantly slash the recreational striped bass fishery. We're bracing ourselves for the narrow window of keeper eligibility to be condensed to just one year class of striped bass.

George delves into the details with Emilie Franke from the ASMFC, tracing the steps that led us to this pre...

Well, that didn't take long now did it? Soon after the votes were tallied, the state moved into gear and started the process of enacting a saltwater fishing license requirement for anyone fishing the New York State Marine District. 

It's very early in the process and we all need to be heard on the subject. Rather than having no input at all.

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In this episode your host, and favorite angler :) George Scocca does a deep dive so to speak into the issues we're seeing with the Jewel of the East End the Peconic Bay Scallop. Did you know that the Peconic Bay Scallop is the New York State shell?  Did you know that this amazing creature can live for over 20 years? Did you know that these tasty little morsels are filter feeders and play an important role in the eco system of ...

In this episode of the New York Fishing Podcast, I speak with Mr. Chris Papro on a number of topics in the marine life around Long Island. Chis aka @fishphotoguy spends plenty of time in around our waters and he captures some great content. He also does a lot of hands-on work with sharks and other pelagics and he's a wealth of information on the subject.

Give it a listen as we talk about the recent in-shore shark &quo...

Your host and favorite angler, George Scocca, speak with ASA's Mike Leonard about the Hudson Canyon becoming an MPA. For the record, MPA's can be a good thing. But they could also be a bad thing for the recreational angler.

George takes on the subject and gives you a great education on this complicated and political subject. Sadly these MPA's are not based just on science. There are also many different optio...