Skimmer Outdoor News 2009
6/27/2009
The Tiki Bar at Frank and Dick's is now Open! My wife and I went for a sun set cruise and stopped by the latests renovation at the Frank and Dicks bait station. Word traveled fast that the Tiki bar was open although their grand opening will not be until 4th of July. If you have not been to the new frank and dick's you must stop by.
Tim C. Smith
The Tiki Bar at Frank and Dick's is now Open! My wife and I went for a sun set cruise and stopped by the latests renovation at the Frank and Dicks bait station. Word traveled fast that the Tiki bar was open although their grand opening will not be until 4th of July. If you have not been to the new frank and dick's you must stop by.
Tim C. Smith
New Gibbs Color!
Gibbs Lures of Rhode Island has put out a new color / pattern called Bunker. We just received our samples for Captain Al Lorenzetti to field test in the next few weeks. The new color are available on the Polaris Popper and the Pencil Popper as well. For more information contact http://www.gibbslures.com
Gibbs Lures of Rhode Island has put out a new color / pattern called Bunker. We just received our samples for Captain Al Lorenzetti to field test in the next few weeks. The new color are available on the Polaris Popper and the Pencil Popper as well. For more information contact http://www.gibbslures.com
The Surfs Out (formally The Out) is now open in Kismet just in time for the holiday weekend. The food is fantastic and the new renovations make the Surfs Out one of the nicest restaurants on Fire Island.
http://www.surfsoutfireisland.com/index.php
http://www.surfsoutfireisland.com/index.php
I received an email from a client, Bob Bauer about a shark sighting in the bay.
He got the photo from his friend Dave who took the picture Sunday at Tobay Cove beach. He said there were a lot of people including DEC on the beach watching.
It is thought to be a thresher shark about 10 to 14 feet long.
I would have to agree because of the small lobe just about at the end of the tail fin and the great distance from the tail fin to the dorsal fin.
I would also guess that it followed bunker schools in from the ocean. Sounds like it might be time to start shark fishing however I would think chances would be better in the ocean than in Tobay Cove. I would also think twice before going swimming in any of the deep coves along the State Channel.
Captain Al Lorenzetti
He got the photo from his friend Dave who took the picture Sunday at Tobay Cove beach. He said there were a lot of people including DEC on the beach watching.
It is thought to be a thresher shark about 10 to 14 feet long.
I would have to agree because of the small lobe just about at the end of the tail fin and the great distance from the tail fin to the dorsal fin.
I would also guess that it followed bunker schools in from the ocean. Sounds like it might be time to start shark fishing however I would think chances would be better in the ocean than in Tobay Cove. I would also think twice before going swimming in any of the deep coves along the State Channel.
Captain Al Lorenzetti
What New at Frank and Dicks
We are very excited for the upcoming season! Here is a brief summary of what's new at Frank and Dick's:
- A brand new kitchen and menu! We now have a full kitchen in place of the ice cream shack where will be serving our usual burgers, and hot dogs but we have also added seafood platters, paninis and other items to the menu (and ice cream still!)
- Additional picnic tables!
- Tiki Bar: Full bar, including frozen drinks...open by Memorial Day!
- Green Mountain Coffee - different blends to choose from including flavored coffees
- Penn reels!
We expect to be open the weekend of April 10th! Mention Skimmeroutdoors in April for 5 cents off per gallon and a free Iced Tea or Lemonade from our brand new Jetspray machine! Feel free to forward on to friends.
Hope to see everyone soon!
The Crew at Frank and Dick's
Feel free to call us at 631-587-8442 with any questions http://frankndicks.com/
We are very excited for the upcoming season! Here is a brief summary of what's new at Frank and Dick's:
- A brand new kitchen and menu! We now have a full kitchen in place of the ice cream shack where will be serving our usual burgers, and hot dogs but we have also added seafood platters, paninis and other items to the menu (and ice cream still!)
- Additional picnic tables!
- Tiki Bar: Full bar, including frozen drinks...open by Memorial Day!
- Green Mountain Coffee - different blends to choose from including flavored coffees
- Penn reels!
We expect to be open the weekend of April 10th! Mention Skimmeroutdoors in April for 5 cents off per gallon and a free Iced Tea or Lemonade from our brand new Jetspray machine! Feel free to forward on to friends.
Hope to see everyone soon!
The Crew at Frank and Dick's
Feel free to call us at 631-587-8442 with any questions http://frankndicks.com/
The first annual SPRING IN-WATER BOATSHOW will be held at SS3 Marina in Lindenhurst, New York March 27, 28 & 29, 2009.
The SPRING IN-WATER BOAT SHOW will feature select new boats on-land and in-water from these manufacturers: Azimut Yachts, Atlantis Yachts, Bertram Yachts, BostonWhaler, Cabo Yachts, Campion, Cobia, Everglades, Hatteras Yachts, Laguna, MeridianYachts, Sea Pro, Sea Ray, Stamas, and Triton. Pre-owned boats from Bayliner, Chaparral,Chris Craft, Formula, Four Winns, Legacy, Mariah, Regal and Rinker will also be on display.
There will be a large display of marine vendors, including AMC Canvas, APF MarineSpecialists (marine accessories up grades), CMI Marine Installations (electronics),Danford’s Hotel & Marina, Golden Carpets, Marine Specialists (air conditioning,generators, etc.) Port Inflatables, Raymarine, Seacoast (boat accessories), and Sea Tow.Other service providers include All About Eyes Sungear featuring Maui Jim sunglasses,marina yacht clubs, boat refinancing and boat insurance personnel, parts & accessories,and boat maintenance.
Southside Fish & Clam Bar, located at 395 W. Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst, NY is theofficial food concessionaire.Admission is free.Valet parking will be provided.The SPRING IN-WATER BOAT SHOW takes place at SS3 Marina at the end ofWellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst, New York.
The Show will be open from 3 pm to 7 pm on Friday, March 27, from 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday, March 28, and from 9 am to 6 pm on Sunday, March 29. Parking and admission are free. For more information on this event call 631-957-5900
The SPRING IN-WATER BOAT SHOW will feature select new boats on-land and in-water from these manufacturers: Azimut Yachts, Atlantis Yachts, Bertram Yachts, BostonWhaler, Cabo Yachts, Campion, Cobia, Everglades, Hatteras Yachts, Laguna, MeridianYachts, Sea Pro, Sea Ray, Stamas, and Triton. Pre-owned boats from Bayliner, Chaparral,Chris Craft, Formula, Four Winns, Legacy, Mariah, Regal and Rinker will also be on display.
There will be a large display of marine vendors, including AMC Canvas, APF MarineSpecialists (marine accessories up grades), CMI Marine Installations (electronics),Danford’s Hotel & Marina, Golden Carpets, Marine Specialists (air conditioning,generators, etc.) Port Inflatables, Raymarine, Seacoast (boat accessories), and Sea Tow.Other service providers include All About Eyes Sungear featuring Maui Jim sunglasses,marina yacht clubs, boat refinancing and boat insurance personnel, parts & accessories,and boat maintenance.
Southside Fish & Clam Bar, located at 395 W. Montauk Highway, Lindenhurst, NY is theofficial food concessionaire.Admission is free.Valet parking will be provided.The SPRING IN-WATER BOAT SHOW takes place at SS3 Marina at the end ofWellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst, New York.
The Show will be open from 3 pm to 7 pm on Friday, March 27, from 9 am to 6 pm on Saturday, March 28, and from 9 am to 6 pm on Sunday, March 29. Parking and admission are free. For more information on this event call 631-957-5900
Forced to comply with strict federal restrictions, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Pete Grannis today announced new limits for summer flounder (fluke) for the upcoming recreational fishing season.
For 2009, the minimum size limit will be 21 inches, compared to 20.5 last year. The bag limit will be two fish, down from four. Additionally, there will be a split season:
Open: May 15 – June 15.
Closed: June 16 – July 2.
Open: July 3 – August 17.
Closed thereafter.
New York has been mandated by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council to reduce fluke harvest from last year. To comply with the mandate, DEC convened a series of meetings with the Marine Resources Advisory Council – made up of representatives of the recreational fishing community – to develop options that would protect the historically busiest fluke fishing periods on both the north and south shores of Long Island. Commissioner Grannis said the selected option would maintain a viable fluke fishery for all anglers while ensuring that New York meets the federal requirements.
Federal Lawsuit Over Fluke Management: Commissioner Grannis pointed out that in 2008 New York filed a federal lawsuit challenging the methods and data used to manage coastal fluke populations. The lawsuit claims that the National Marine Fisheries Service violated federal law by using outdated and scientifically unreliable data to establish fluke harvest limits along the Atlantic Coast, resulting in inequitable treatment of New York anglers. For example, in 2008 an angler on the New York side of Raritan Bay could land four fluke per day with each fish measuring at least 20.5 inches long while someone on the New Jersey side of the bay could land eight fluke at only 18 inches long.
New York is prepared to quickly make adjustments to the fluke season and bag limits in the event that the court renders a favorable decision this season, the commissioner said.
“These are difficult times for our saltwater anglers and the fishing industry overall,” Commissioner Grannis said. “The limits that we have set – with the input of the fishing community – are not ideal but are the best compromise for all of New York’s anglers under the severe federal restrictions. While making the adjustments for 2009, we will continue to use all available means to ensure that New York’s anglers are not placed at a disadvantage by unfair federal requirements.”
Renee Goodbee
NYS DEC
Press Office
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233-1016
518-402-8000
For 2009, the minimum size limit will be 21 inches, compared to 20.5 last year. The bag limit will be two fish, down from four. Additionally, there will be a split season:
Open: May 15 – June 15.
Closed: June 16 – July 2.
Open: July 3 – August 17.
Closed thereafter.
New York has been mandated by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Management Council to reduce fluke harvest from last year. To comply with the mandate, DEC convened a series of meetings with the Marine Resources Advisory Council – made up of representatives of the recreational fishing community – to develop options that would protect the historically busiest fluke fishing periods on both the north and south shores of Long Island. Commissioner Grannis said the selected option would maintain a viable fluke fishery for all anglers while ensuring that New York meets the federal requirements.
Federal Lawsuit Over Fluke Management: Commissioner Grannis pointed out that in 2008 New York filed a federal lawsuit challenging the methods and data used to manage coastal fluke populations. The lawsuit claims that the National Marine Fisheries Service violated federal law by using outdated and scientifically unreliable data to establish fluke harvest limits along the Atlantic Coast, resulting in inequitable treatment of New York anglers. For example, in 2008 an angler on the New York side of Raritan Bay could land four fluke per day with each fish measuring at least 20.5 inches long while someone on the New Jersey side of the bay could land eight fluke at only 18 inches long.
New York is prepared to quickly make adjustments to the fluke season and bag limits in the event that the court renders a favorable decision this season, the commissioner said.
“These are difficult times for our saltwater anglers and the fishing industry overall,” Commissioner Grannis said. “The limits that we have set – with the input of the fishing community – are not ideal but are the best compromise for all of New York’s anglers under the severe federal restrictions. While making the adjustments for 2009, we will continue to use all available means to ensure that New York’s anglers are not placed at a disadvantage by unfair federal requirements.”
Renee Goodbee
NYS DEC
Press Office
625 Broadway
Albany, NY 12233-1016
518-402-8000
PATCHOGUE FISHING FLEA MARKET DOUBLES IN SIZE!! Saturday, April 4th , 9AM to 3PM.
While this 4th annual event will still be held at the same location, the size of the show has doubled. More vendors, more merchandise, more deals. A new addittion to the show this year will be three FREE fishing seminars hosted by native Long Islander and world reknown author and fisherman Capt. Al Ristori as well as Capt. Austin Perilli , an up and comer from Brooklyn who has a lot to share on his passion for coaxing fluke with artificials.
The show will be held at the John A. Danzi Athletic Center in St. Joseph’s College, 155 W. Roe Blvd., Patchogue, NY 11772, the corner of Waverly Ave. And Sunrise Highway.
Walk the aisles of new, used, and antique fishing tackle on display by tackle shops, dealers, or just guys that are selling off their collection. You can sell your stuff, too! For $40 you can rent an eight foot space, call your fishing buddy and sell off your extra fishing gear.....then buy some more!
Seminar Schedule:
10:00 AM Capt. Al Ristori: Live Bunkers for Big Stripers
11:30 AM Capt. Al Ristori: Shark Fishing, Then and Now
1:00 PM Capt. Austin Perilli: Catch Fluke on Artificials
Admission to the show is only $5 including the three FREE seminars and kids 12 and under are FREE. Lots of door prizes. Food and refreshments. Call 609.489.9986 or visit http://www.hiflier.com for more information.
While this 4th annual event will still be held at the same location, the size of the show has doubled. More vendors, more merchandise, more deals. A new addittion to the show this year will be three FREE fishing seminars hosted by native Long Islander and world reknown author and fisherman Capt. Al Ristori as well as Capt. Austin Perilli , an up and comer from Brooklyn who has a lot to share on his passion for coaxing fluke with artificials.
The show will be held at the John A. Danzi Athletic Center in St. Joseph’s College, 155 W. Roe Blvd., Patchogue, NY 11772, the corner of Waverly Ave. And Sunrise Highway.
Walk the aisles of new, used, and antique fishing tackle on display by tackle shops, dealers, or just guys that are selling off their collection. You can sell your stuff, too! For $40 you can rent an eight foot space, call your fishing buddy and sell off your extra fishing gear.....then buy some more!
Seminar Schedule:
10:00 AM Capt. Al Ristori: Live Bunkers for Big Stripers
11:30 AM Capt. Al Ristori: Shark Fishing, Then and Now
1:00 PM Capt. Austin Perilli: Catch Fluke on Artificials
Admission to the show is only $5 including the three FREE seminars and kids 12 and under are FREE. Lots of door prizes. Food and refreshments. Call 609.489.9986 or visit http://www.hiflier.com for more information.
Best Cod Bite in Decades!
Ray Bartlett of the UPS in Babylon village store just returned from Montauk with a great Cod Fish report. The action was "red hot" says Bartlett. Ray had fish to 31 pounds and had over 2 dozen fish.
Ray Bartlett of the UPS in Babylon village store just returned from Montauk with a great Cod Fish report. The action was "red hot" says Bartlett. Ray had fish to 31 pounds and had over 2 dozen fish.
LONG ISLAND’S BEST FISHING 2009 CALENDAR
POINTS ANGLERS TOWARD THE LUNKERS!
When does codfishing reach its peak? Where can you catch big stripers on June’s full moon? What color bucktails work best for August fluke? Are the trout stocked yet?
You’ll learn the answers to these questions and more while flipping through the pages of Long Island’s Best Fishing 2009 Calendar, by Newsday outdoors columnist Tom Schlichter.
Big, beautiful and inexpensive, this 9” x 12”, high-quality glossy calendar offers far more than pretty pictures. It is loaded with the first-hand fishing information anglers need to stay on top of lunkers throughout the year - and it makes a great holiday gift for fishing friends and family.
Each month is introduced with a summary highlighting the top fishing possibilities across Long Island. Interesting and entertaining photos sharpen the focus while moon phases, a listing of “Best Bets” and “Tom’s Tips” for success help readers zero in on dates, hot spots and techniques that are sure to bring success.
Based on over 40-years experience, input from local angling experts, plus data mined while writing his Newsday column, “Outdoor Tom” Schlichter has compiled a wealth of local knowledge. Here he sprinkles it across the seasons in a format as helpful as it is easy to understand. Flip through the pages and watch patterns and trends develop while Long Island’s Best Fishing 2009 Calendar keeps you headed in the right direction for fantastic fishing fun.
From Brooklyn and City Island to Montauk and Orient Points, follow the action and stay on the fish. Detailed information is provided for both freshwater and saltwater species, boat, surf and ice-fishing, plus bait, lures and flies. Species covered include fluke, striped bass, bluefish, weakfish, false albacore, codfish, blackfish, winter flounder, porgies, sea bass, snappers, blue crabs, trout, largemouth bass, pickerel, walleye, white perch and more.
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POINTS ANGLERS TOWARD THE LUNKERS!
When does codfishing reach its peak? Where can you catch big stripers on June’s full moon? What color bucktails work best for August fluke? Are the trout stocked yet?
You’ll learn the answers to these questions and more while flipping through the pages of Long Island’s Best Fishing 2009 Calendar, by Newsday outdoors columnist Tom Schlichter.
Big, beautiful and inexpensive, this 9” x 12”, high-quality glossy calendar offers far more than pretty pictures. It is loaded with the first-hand fishing information anglers need to stay on top of lunkers throughout the year - and it makes a great holiday gift for fishing friends and family.
Each month is introduced with a summary highlighting the top fishing possibilities across Long Island. Interesting and entertaining photos sharpen the focus while moon phases, a listing of “Best Bets” and “Tom’s Tips” for success help readers zero in on dates, hot spots and techniques that are sure to bring success.
Based on over 40-years experience, input from local angling experts, plus data mined while writing his Newsday column, “Outdoor Tom” Schlichter has compiled a wealth of local knowledge. Here he sprinkles it across the seasons in a format as helpful as it is easy to understand. Flip through the pages and watch patterns and trends develop while Long Island’s Best Fishing 2009 Calendar keeps you headed in the right direction for fantastic fishing fun.
From Brooklyn and City Island to Montauk and Orient Points, follow the action and stay on the fish. Detailed information is provided for both freshwater and saltwater species, boat, surf and ice-fishing, plus bait, lures and flies. Species covered include fluke, striped bass, bluefish, weakfish, false albacore, codfish, blackfish, winter flounder, porgies, sea bass, snappers, blue crabs, trout, largemouth bass, pickerel, walleye, white perch and more.
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