11/22/2009

An all-star cast at fishing seminar
Charter boat skipper Jim White, the author of Monster Shallow Water Stripers, is planning to produce a three-day series of seminars on catching striped bass.

11/06/2009

Governor vetoes R.I. saltwater fishing license
Governor calls proposed $7 fishing license “excessively intrusive”

10/15/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Oct. 15
The first seals of winter have arrived in the Bay. Hunting season has begun, and bird dogs are antsy. It's time to wrap up The Fishing Report for another season.

10/08/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Oct. 8
High winds are keeping a lot of fishermen inside the Bay, but they are catching bass and bluefish.

10/01/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Oct. 1
Fishing for bass and bluefish is still very good in Narragansett Bay, according to Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle and David Henault of Ocean State Tackle.

09/24/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Sept. 24
Bass have been nailing eels in the waters around Brenton Reef and Beavertail Point, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

09/10/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Sept. 10
High winds that arrived after the weekend blew a lot of anglers away from the water, so current fishing reports are scarce.

09/03/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Sept. 3
Jim White, the book author and light-tackle fishing guide, sent this e-mail Wednesday evening: "Fished today, and it sucked."

08/29/2009

Outdoor notes: New map shows what's where for fishermen

08/27/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Aug. 27
"It's a typical August," said Greg Zeek of Zeek's Creek. "There are some big bluefish at the bridges, Castle Hill and House on the Rocks, but they're deep, and they'll hit jigs."

08/23/2009

Outdoor Notes: Roberti boosting disabled anglers
Paul Roberti was competing in the cycling phase of a triathlon when a car struck him. He remembers that date — July 20, 2003 — as the day that changed his life. He was paralyzed.

08/20/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Aug. 20
Some larger fluke have moved up the Bay, but bass have moved south, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

08/13/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Aug. 13
The dog days of August have slowed fishing, says Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle, but small bluefish have been biting in the waters of Greenwich Bay and off Barrington Beach.

08/08/2009

Outdoor Notes: Sustainability, safety both causes for concern when eating seafood
August is the month of abundance in the garden and along the shore.

08/06/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, Aug. 6
"Put it this way," said David Henault of Ocean State Tackle. "Rumors that the Bay is dead are without merit."

Family fishing day Saturday in Middletown
A group of experts has scheduled a family fishing day –– with gear, bait, instructions and activities –– Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge on Sachuest Point Road in Middletown.

07/30/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, July 30
Bluefish, in the 3- to 5-pound range, are biting in Greenwich Bay, and smaller skipjack blues are in most of the coves, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

07/23/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, July 23
Bass are still biting in the Barrington, Warren and Seekonk rivers, said John Littlefield of Archie’s Bait & Tackle, but the fishing isn’t nearly as good as it was a few weeks ago.

07/16/2009

Outdoor Notes: New Lazer TroKar fishing hook, shark fishing champ, and Mystic's classic boat weekend

The Fishing Report for Thursday, July 16
Most of the larger bass in the Bay have moved south to the reefs off Beavertail Point, Brenton Point and Annawan Cliffs, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

07/09/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, July 9
"For guys in boats, bass fishing is tremendous," says Kevin Kendrick of Edward's Fishing Tackle. He recommends the waters near Brenton Reef, Beavertail Point, Sachuest Point, Elbow Ledge and Cormorant Rock off Sachuest. Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle also recommends Brenton Reef and Beavertail.

07/02/2009

Fishing Report: Thursday, July 1

06/25/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, June 25
Bass and bluefish are still biting in the upper reaches of the Bay, said Ken Ferrara, Jr. or Ray's Bait & Tackle.

06/21/2009

R.I. Saltwater Anglers Association sponsors fishing trip for youngsters
Saturday was Take a Kid Fishing Day, sponsored by the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association.

06/18/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, June 18
Fishing chunks of bait and trolling tube-and-worm rigs or dead menhaden, anglers have been catching bass off the Carousel in East Providence and off the golf course near Barrington Beach, said John Littlefield of Archie's Bait & Tackle.

Father’s Day: Take Dad for a fishing trip on foot
Here’s a Father’s Day gift that keeps on giving: Why not get the old man a new rod and reel and take him out for a day of fishing along the Rhode Island coast. Deep-sea charters can be expensive, although the potential payoff in bass, tuna, swordfish and other big-time sport fish can make it all worthwhile. But there’s also a more convenient alternative to an all-day charter.

06/11/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, June 11
Bass fishing in the upper reaches of the Bay continues to be good, but it's taking more time for anglers to catch their limits, said John Littlefield of Archie's Bait & Tackle.

06/06/2009

Outdoor notes: Recreational fishing license may be required in 2010
Cost would be $7 for residents and $10 for non-residents; a $5, seven-day license would also be available

06/04/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, June 4
Bass in the high 30-pound class were biting in the waters between Fields Point and the Hurricane Barrier on Thursday morning, said David Henault of Ocean State Tackle.

05/28/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, May 28
Bluefish invaded many of the coves in Greenwich Bay on Wednesday night, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

05/21/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, May 21
Surf fisherman Rob Taylor landed a 50.75-pound bass Wednesday; he weighed it at Edwards Fishing Tackle.

05/14/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, May 14
The largest bass at Ray's Bait & Tackle this week was a 33-incher, says Kenny Ferrara Jr., who recommends the waters from Sandy Point to Providence Point.

05/07/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, May 7
"We crushed the tautog and stripers today," said Billy Silvia, soon after docking his charter boat, Can't Imagine, Wednesday.

05/02/2009

Outdoor Notes: Fisheries Council to discuss fluke season's dates and bag limits

04/30/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, April 30
School bass are biting in the upper Bay near the mouths of herring runs.

04/23/2009

The Fishing Report for Thursday, April 23
Schools of menhaden appeared in Apponaug Cove Monday and Tuesday, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

04/17/2009

The Fishing Report for Friday, April 17
The first school bass of the season have appeared in East Greenwich Cove, and also off Sandy Point and Sally Rock, said Ken Ferrara of Ray's Bait & Tackle.

04/12/2009

Trout are a secondary lure on Opening Day
Whether beginning a tradition or adding a notch to an old one, families mark the first day of trout season with quality time.

Trout are a secondary lure on Opening Day
Whether beginning a tradition or adding a notch to an old one, families mark the first day of trout season with quality time.

04/10/2009

R.I. fishing season splashes down Saturday
More than 20,000 anglers are expected to rise before dawn Saturday for the 6 a.m. opening of Rhode Island’s trout fishing season. Many of them will camp out Friday night on the banks of their favorite fishing spots. Bacon, burgers and beer will scent the morning air at some popular places, such as Silver Spring Lake in North Kingstown.

04/04/2009

Outdoor Notes: Fisherman's rite of spring coming on Saturday

04/05/2009

Fishermen’s rite of spring Saturday
The state Division of Fish and Wildlife is stocking 67,000 trout in more than 100 streams and ponds for Opening Day of trout-fishing season Saturday. The fish-and-wildlife agency expects about 20,000 anglers to turn out for the 6 a.m. opening. The day also attracts anglers from Massachusetts and Connecticut because Rhode Island stocks larger trout than its neighbors. The fish are raised at state aquacultural facilities in North Kingstown and Richmond.

04/02/2009

Saltwater fishing show at the convention center this weekend
Fishing is a family affair, say parents who plan to bring their kids to the New England Saltwater Fishing Show this weekend.

03/29/2009

Outdoor Notes: Fishing show starts Friday
As many as 15,000 Northeastern anglers are expected to attend the New England Saltwater Fishing Show, Friday through Sunday, April 5, at the Rhode Island Convention Center. Next Sunday, Family Day, admission is free for women and children 12 and under.

03/21/2009

Outdoor Notes: Fish are getting in their preseason bites

03/22/2009

R.I. freshwater fishing season opens April 11
PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island’s freshwater fishing season will begin at 6 a.m. on Saturday, April 11.

03/15/2009

King mackerel focus of group
Recreational anglers, charter-boat skippers and commercial fisherman joined scientists from the University of Maryland last year to develop a conservation plan for South Atlantic king mackerel. The process could serve as a model for fisheries conservation everywhere.

03/07/2009

Jacklin to speak on fly-fishing at Crowne Plaza
The Narragansett Chapter of Trout Unlimited will host an evening with Bob Jacklin, a leading authority on fly-fishing and fly-tying, at the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza in Warwick on March 19.

02/28/2009

If you plan to fish from a boat, you’ll find this alluring
If you want to catch more fish from a kayak, canoe or rowboat, get the current issue of On The Water magazine with a story by Bob Oberg, and look for the release of a new book, Paddling Connecticut and Rhode Island, by Jim Cole.

02/21/2009

Outdoor notes: Cod fishing called 'best and most consistent in at least 20 years'

02/05/2009

Outdoor experts gather at Worcester exposition
Some of the country’s top experts in the outdoors are scheduled to appear at the Eastern Fishing & Outdoor Exposition, opening today at the DCU Center in Worcester.

01/25/2009

Providence Boat Show opens Thursday
PROVIDENCE –– The Providence Boat Show –– scheduled to open Thursday in the Rhode Island Convention Center –– will focus on boats for budget-minded families and fishermen.

11/30/2008

Tackle shop owner Tim Yvon dies of cancer
Tim Yvon, the owner of Quonny Bait & Tackle, died of cancer Tuesday.

03/01/2009

If you plan to fish from a boat, you’ll find this alluring
If you want to catch more fish from a kayak, canoe or rowboat, get the current issue of On The Water magazine with a story by Bob Oberg, and look for the release of a new book, Paddling Connecticut and Rhode Island, by Jim Cole.