Skimmer News 2009

Weight - 20 lbs 10.4 ozs !!!!! Length - 30 1/4 inches. Girth - 22 inches. Angler: Yakov Elkin Father and son team up to land the pending New York state record blackfish record. Eilya ( ...

2009-11-14T21:53:45Z

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Weight - 20 lbs 10.4 ozs !!!!! Length - 30 1/4 inches. Girth - 22 inches. Angler: Yakov Elkin Father and son team up to land the pending New York state record blackfish record. Eilya ( ...

Hi all! You are invited to attend the Frank and Dick's End of the Season Party!! Here's the deal: Date: Sat., November 7th '09 Time: 1pm-5pm Free Food and 1/2 off drinks...until it's all ...

2009-10-28T00:20:44Z

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Hi all! You are invited to attend the Frank and Dick's End of the Season Party!! Here's the deal: Date: Sat., November 7th '09 Time: 1pm-5pm Free Food and 1/2 off drinks...until it's all ...

Small Plane Ditches on beach between Point O woods and Sailors Haven. View all the images http://skimmer.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Ditched-Plane/9707370_qD6MC

2009-09-21T00:29:04Z

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Small Plane Ditches on beach between Point O woods and Sailors Haven. View all the images http://skimmer.smugmug.com/Airplanes/Ditched-Plane/9707370_qD6MC

8-24-2009 Hurricane Bill changed the Fire Island Inlet over the weekend. Barry of Saltaire Fire Island sent this image of what's left of the sand bar at the mouth of the inlet. There is now ...

2009-08-27T00:41:05Z

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8-24-2009 Hurricane Bill changed the Fire Island Inlet over the weekend. Barry of Saltaire Fire Island sent this image of what's left of the sand bar at the mouth of the inlet. There is now ...

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 ...

2009-06-27T21:49:58Z

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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 ...

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 ...

2009-06-03T21:15:55Z

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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 ...

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 ...

2009-05-22T00:41:59Z

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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 ...

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 l ...

2009-05-07T01:38:44Z

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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 l ...

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 kitc ...

2009-04-20T20:56:46Z

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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 kitc ...

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 an ...

2009-03-27T07:11:05Z

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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 an ...

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 (flu ...

2009-03-25T05:45:04Z

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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 (flu ...

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 ...

2009-03-04T02:24:30Z

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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 ...

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 ...

2009-02-13T02:01:28Z

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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 ...

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 bucktai ...

2009-01-12T21:58:43Z

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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 bucktai ...

SAVE THE CONNETQUOT TROUT HATCHERY! The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has made a decision to close the hatchery. This catastrophic decision was made without consul ...

2008-11-14T21:50:56Z

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SAVE THE CONNETQUOT TROUT HATCHERY! The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has made a decision to close the hatchery. This catastrophic decision was made without consul ...

2008 Riverview winners! 1st Place was Phil LoPiccolo (middle) with his 37.8 Pound Bass caught mid day at the inlet aboard Stella Blue, Phil took home $9200. Chuck Voorhees (left) of the Afi ...

2008-11-05T02:57:57Z

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2008 Riverview winners! 1st Place was Phil LoPiccolo (middle) with his 37.8 Pound Bass caught mid day at the inlet aboard Stella Blue, Phil took home $9200. Chuck Voorhees (left) of the Afi ...

The Kismet Inn and Marina will be open for the Riverview Tournament on November 4th. Stop in and take the chill off with a hot meal. 631-583-5592

2008-10-27T23:36:23Z

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The Kismet Inn and Marina will be open for the Riverview Tournament on November 4th. Stop in and take the chill off with a hot meal. 631-583-5592

The 19th Annual Riverview Striped Bass Tournament will be held on Election Day November 4, 2008. Sign up in person at the Captains meeting Monday November 3, 2008. Entry fee is $75.00 per an ...

2008-10-27T23:46:33Z

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The 19th Annual Riverview Striped Bass Tournament will be held on Election Day November 4, 2008. Sign up in person at the Captains meeting Monday November 3, 2008. Entry fee is $75.00 per an ...

FIRE ISLAND HOTEL & RESORT PRESENTS: 7th ANNUAL FIH&R SURF CASTING FISHING TOURNAMENT! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2008 FISHERMAN?S (Rules and Regs.) BREAKFAST @ 8:15 A.M. FISHING TIME: 9 A.M. - ...

2008-10-13T21:25:04Z

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FIRE ISLAND HOTEL & RESORT PRESENTS: 7th ANNUAL FIH&R SURF CASTING FISHING TOURNAMENT! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2008 FISHERMAN?S (Rules and Regs.) BREAKFAST @ 8:15 A.M. FISHING TIME: 9 A.M. - ...

Interesting article from the Wall Street Journal. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121936458113362151.html?mod=hps_us_pageone

2008-10-13T21:25:04Z

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Interesting article from the Wall Street Journal. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB121936458113362151.html?mod=hps_us_pageone

There are not many on the water with the Striped Bass fishing experience that Captain Al Lorenzetti has. Through the years Captain Al has developed a live bait Striped Bass rig that has been ...

2008-08-02T20:31:26Z

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There are not many on the water with the Striped Bass fishing experience that Captain Al Lorenzetti has. Through the years Captain Al has developed a live bait Striped Bass rig that has been ...

Back by popular demand! The Bluebeats perform live at the Kismet OUT Restaurant on Fire Island Sunday July 27 5pm. (631-583-7400) Last year the Bluebeats played for the 10 year Skimmeroutdo ...

2008-07-22T22:02:17Z

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Back by popular demand! The Bluebeats perform live at the Kismet OUT Restaurant on Fire Island Sunday July 27 5pm. (631-583-7400) Last year the Bluebeats played for the 10 year Skimmeroutdo ...

DEC Changes 2008 Recreational Marine Fishing Regulations New Season Dates, Size Limits and Catch Restrictions For Fluke and Porgy ALBANY, NY (05/07/2008; 1656)(readMedia)-- The New York St ...

2008-12-19T13:05:13Z

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DEC Changes 2008 Recreational Marine Fishing Regulations New Season Dates, Size Limits and Catch Restrictions For Fluke and Porgy ALBANY, NY (05/07/2008; 1656)(readMedia)-- The New York St ...

Lindenhurst NY 4-5-2008 There is a good reason Marine Mate has been in business for 30 years. Charlie, Danny and crew boat and fish on the Great South Bay and know the needs of the local bo ...

2009-01-08T04:01:04Z

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Lindenhurst NY 4-5-2008 There is a good reason Marine Mate has been in business for 30 years. Charlie, Danny and crew boat and fish on the Great South Bay and know the needs of the local bo ...

Lindenhurst, NY 4-3-2008 This season fisherman will be faced with the highest fuel prices ever. To add insult to injury the price of lead in the last few years has risen dramatically as wel ...

2009-01-08T09:08:14Z

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Lindenhurst, NY 4-3-2008 This season fisherman will be faced with the highest fuel prices ever. To add insult to injury the price of lead in the last few years has risen dramatically as wel ...

Alexandria, VA—February 28, 2008—The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the sportfishing industry’s trade association, is showing its support for summer flounder anglers by assis ...

2009-01-13T16:50:04Z

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Alexandria, VA—February 28, 2008—The American Sportfishing Association (ASA), the sportfishing industry’s trade association, is showing its support for summer flounder anglers by assis ...

Surf Sling If you fish with bait from the surf, the Surf Sling is for you! Made of ballistic nylon, this completely rust proof surf belt accessory is designed for use with surf rods and ...

2009-01-14T19:48:36Z

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Surf Sling If you fish with bait from the surf, the Surf Sling is for you! Made of ballistic nylon, this completely rust proof surf belt accessory is designed for use with surf rods and ...

If you missed the Striped Bass workshop on February 7th at Augie's Bait and Tackle in Babylon you're in luck. Due to the overwhelming response Capt Al will be back on March 13th. Captain ...

2009-01-16T12:18:05Z

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If you missed the Striped Bass workshop on February 7th at Augie's Bait and Tackle in Babylon you're in luck. Due to the overwhelming response Capt Al will be back on March 13th. Captain ...

Check out captain Dave Zarello\'s review of the quick rig Live bait Tool. Click below for the full review http://skimmer.smugmug.com/gallery/4280528

2009-01-17T15:23:17Z

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Check out captain Dave Zarello\'s review of the quick rig Live bait Tool. Click below for the full review http://skimmer.smugmug.com/gallery/4280528

Captain Al's Live Bait Fishing Seminar February 7, 2008 7:00 - 9:00 PM Augie's Bait and Tackle Babylon NY Seating Limited so Register by Feb 4! Custom live bait rod will be raffled off Custo ...

2009-01-21T17:11:31Z

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Captain Al's Live Bait Fishing Seminar February 7, 2008 7:00 - 9:00 PM Augie's Bait and Tackle Babylon NY Seating Limited so Register by Feb 4! Custom live bait rod will be raffled off Custo ...

Give the gift of Fishing this year with a Gift Certificate for a day of fishing with Captain Al Lorenzetti. Contact Al for details 631.661.2112 email Captal@skimmeroutdoors.com

2009-01-27T00:14:30Z

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Give the gift of Fishing this year with a Gift Certificate for a day of fishing with Captain Al Lorenzetti. Contact Al for details 631.661.2112 email Captal@skimmeroutdoors.com

Riverview Final Standings 1. Brian Romeyk Billy oh 39.5 2. John Lucas Reel Nauti 31.2 3. Jack Helgans Perfect Drift 29.4 4. Scott Leonard Augie's 29.0 5. Doug Symington Reel Fun ...

2009-06-23T12:08:28Z

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Riverview Final Standings 1. Brian Romeyk Billy oh 39.5 2. John Lucas Reel Nauti 31.2 3. Jack Helgans Perfect Drift 29.4 4. Scott Leonard Augie's 29.0 5. Doug Symington Reel Fun ...

10-27-2007 13th annual Kismet Inn Striped and bluefish Tournament Striped Bass 1. Tom Kelly 29 lbs. 6oz. - "26 Regulator" 2. Ted Derni 28 lbs. 14oz. - "Underdog" 3. Wells Newell 26 lbs. 5oz ...

2009-02-04T00:50:57Z

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10-27-2007 13th annual Kismet Inn Striped and bluefish Tournament Striped Bass 1. Tom Kelly 29 lbs. 6oz. - "26 Regulator" 2. Ted Derni 28 lbs. 14oz. - "Underdog" 3. Wells Newell 26 lbs. 5oz ...

Trophy Striper Seminar! Thursday November 1, 7:30-10:30 Marine Max Lindenhurst $10.00 Entry Fee (paid at the door) Limited Seating for 150 people so get there early For More Info Call 6 ...

2009-02-04T04:42:22Z

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Trophy Striper Seminar! Thursday November 1, 7:30-10:30 Marine Max Lindenhurst $10.00 Entry Fee (paid at the door) Limited Seating for 150 people so get there early For More Info Call 6 ...

Alexandria, VA – October 22, 2007 – With the vast expanse of the Chesapeake Bay as his backdrop, on October 20, 2007, President Bush signed an Executive Order establishing gamefish statu ...

2009-02-05T04:27:02Z

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Alexandria, VA – October 22, 2007 – With the vast expanse of the Chesapeake Bay as his backdrop, on October 20, 2007, President Bush signed an Executive Order establishing gamefish statu ...

10/16/2007 Al and I took some time out to work on our upcoming new DVD "Plugging for Striped Bass". We had some great action using a yellow Gibbs Danny plug. Check out the video o ...

2009-02-05T21:59:11Z

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10/16/2007 Al and I took some time out to work on our upcoming new DVD "Plugging for Striped Bass". We had some great action using a yellow Gibbs Danny plug. Check out the video o ...

New Fluke Record ! 24.3 Pounds She passes the polygraph but denied by the IGFA? Latest Story Click Here to Check Out The Whole Story Newsday Story

2009-02-10T00:27:40Z

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New Fluke Record ! 24.3 Pounds She passes the polygraph but denied by the IGFA? Latest Story Click Here to Check Out The Whole Story Newsday Story

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2009-02-10T06:29:59Z

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New Page 1 Bob's Bait and Tackle of Amity Harbor has renovated his shop. Stop by and and check out his full line of fishing tackle and fresh bait. Click here for map 4 Wilson Ave. ...

2009-02-12T06:13:28Z

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New Page 1 Bob's Bait and Tackle of Amity Harbor has renovated his shop. Stop by and and check out his full line of fishing tackle and fresh bait. Click here for map 4 Wilson Ave. ...

Now get Captain Al's fishing reports on your web enabled phone, PDA or Blackberry. Set your phone's web browser to www.skimmeroutdoors.com/pda

2009-02-12T15:27:41Z

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Now get Captain Al's fishing reports on your web enabled phone, PDA or Blackberry. Set your phone's web browser to www.skimmeroutdoors.com/pda

4/25/2007 The terns showed up in Fire Island Inlet today as per Ray Keyes. Ray saw them by OBI and by afternoon there were many of them working the inlet. The fish must be there or the ...

2009-06-26T18:48:52Z

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4/25/2007 The terns showed up in Fire Island Inlet today as per Ray Keyes. Ray saw them by OBI and by afternoon there were many of them working the inlet. The fish must be there or the ...

4/23/2007 I received a report today about a gill netter catching big bass, over 40 pounds, outside Fire Island Inlet. There were also bunker in the area. I may investigate this report f ...

2009-06-26T19:31:59Z

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4/23/2007 I received a report today about a gill netter catching big bass, over 40 pounds, outside Fire Island Inlet. There were also bunker in the area. I may investigate this report f ...

4/20/2007 The new fluke regualtions for New York State were set today as per Fred Galofaro at the "Fisherman". It ended up where we all expected it to be at 19 1/2 inches, 4 fish per day ...

2009-02-13T03:22:26Z

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4/20/2007 The new fluke regualtions for New York State were set today as per Fred Galofaro at the "Fisherman". It ended up where we all expected it to be at 19 1/2 inches, 4 fish per day ...

4/16/2007 The first Nor' Easter of 2007 has hit the south shore of Long Island. check out the flooding on South 9th street. Watch Video Clip See More Photos

2009-06-13T14:00:10Z

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4/16/2007 The first Nor' Easter of 2007 has hit the south shore of Long Island. check out the flooding on South 9th street. Watch Video Clip See More Photos

DUCKS UNLIMITED SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT TO BE HELD AT SUFFOLK TRAP AND SKEET. Sunday April 29. Doors open at 7:30, shotgun start at 9:00 am. $85 pre-registration or $95 day of. Includes 100 ...

2009-06-24T06:11:28Z

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DUCKS UNLIMITED SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT TO BE HELD AT SUFFOLK TRAP AND SKEET. Sunday April 29. Doors open at 7:30, shotgun start at 9:00 am. $85 pre-registration or $95 day of. Includes 100 ...

FOR SALE My 2006 Mercury OptiMax 225 hp 25" enging from last season. This motor is in excellent shape and will be sold as if it were new with full warranty at a discounted price of $10,500. ...

2009-02-13T11:17:18Z

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FOR SALE My 2006 Mercury OptiMax 225 hp 25" enging from last season. This motor is in excellent shape and will be sold as if it were new with full warranty at a discounted price of $10,500. ...

4/2/2007 3/29/2007 Welcome back for a new exciting fishing season! Flounder season opens on Sunday, April 1st. I have heard reports of flounder caught in scallop dredges so they must be t ...

2009-02-13T14:04:49Z

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4/2/2007 3/29/2007 Welcome back for a new exciting fishing season! Flounder season opens on Sunday, April 1st. I have heard reports of flounder caught in scallop dredges so they must be t ...