Fresh New England Fishing Reports

This winter while most people were digging out of the Snow. We have been Totally consumed with Up-Grading our Entire Fishing Boat. We listen to, and hear our Customers ! With Constant attention to our Customers’ needs we have been working hard making our Charter boat Better than Ever. With “Creature Comforts” in mind we just finished making major Up-Grades to our Boats Interior. All new cushions and Electronics including upgrading the Galley. We also finished installing the New A/C System. You will NEVER be Hot and uncomfortable on Sea Venture. All these Up-Grades will continue to make our boat a Stand Out from all other Charter Boats in Hampton Bays, and Montauk area. Our staff of Charter Boat professionals have always listened to the needs and requests of our customer base. Let us custom fit a Fishing Experience for you, and your Family !! You will never be disappointed. Next on our list of Winter projects is a Total Up-Grade to all our Rods, Reels. We will be Including all NEW Inshore and Offshore Tackle. ”Life is Short.... Fish Hard “ Sea Venture The Sportfishing / Canyon Specialist !

Days are starting to get longer and temps coming up a littke. We’ve put up our 8 hr deep sea for anyone that is anxious to go out and bend a rod on some cold water reds. This time of year reds would be our main target along with pollock and cusk.

# 2025 Season Recap & 2026 Fishing Report - Adventure and Catch Charters The 2025 season closed with some of the most exceptional fishing the Gulf of Maine has offered in years. From Labor Day weekend through October, Adventure and Catch crews experienced non-stop action on giant Pollock—trip after trip of trophy fish made this fall truly legendary. While the season brought its share of challenges, including a slower-than-usual Tuna season, the incredible highs far outweighed any setbacks. And the season starts with Spring Haddock Success (April - Mid-June) The season began strong in April with outstanding Haddock action through mid-June. We limited or near-limited on most every trip, sending anglers home with coolers full of premium table fare. Even when dogfish moved in mid-June and conditions became more challenging, our crews consistently found fish and ensured everyone left with quality catches. However, the transition that follows early Haddock and leads to the Giant Bluefin Tuna was a challenge. (June – Mid August) The 2025 Bluefin Tuna season presented unique challenges. Heavy commercial pressure on baitfish populations—particularly herring and bunker—disrupted traditional feeding patterns. Industrial netting and dragging operations swept up bait schools early and in deeper water, delaying the Tuna arrival until mid-to-late August. This would prove to provide some great fights and hookups. But, in the end, the need to move off the traditional closer grounds during mid-summer to more offshore locations was needed. Closer grounds like Old Scantum proved tougher due to commercial activity, Adventure and Catch's willingness to explore and run farther offshore paid dividends. We located productive grounds and delivered exceptional catches for our anglers willing to make the journey and lead to the incredible Fall season. **Fall Pollock Bonanza** The season's grand finale came with what may have been the best Pollock fishing in Gulf of Maine memory. From September through October, we hit giant Pollock consistently, creating the kind of bent-rod action that anglers dream about. ****Looking forward to 2026*** At the time of writing this report, I am proud to say that I am a member of the Gulf of Maine Recreational Advisory Council and it is my hope that not only will my knowledge help my Charters experience better catches, but it will also help impact the health of our fishery. Looking at modeling data, the early indicators show an outstanding season ahead for Haddock with potential limits of 15 fish per angler. Further, there are preliminary discussions for possible spring Cod retention in addition to the more traditional fall Cod retention from September – October. These two trends are highly encouraging and good signs for the season in general. As for the old girl – Adventure and Catch, well we have some enhancements being made this off season. A New custom bait station for efficient rigging is being added along with additional helm and throttle station at the stern for better boat control while fishing. In addition, another sonar/GPS station and transducer is being added for enhanced fish detection. But, the boat needs some love too and a new heat exchanger for improved engine performance along with a custom-designed propeller for better speed and fuel economy are being added. However, the catch matters and you need to be able to trust that hook and line. Therefore, every deep-sea reel has been professionally rebuilt and spooled with the finest line available. We've removed all old braided line and installed **brand new Gen3 16x Diamond 150-200# braid**—the most proven, tournament-grade line on the market. After several heartbreaking break-offs on trophy fish (including Halibut) in 2025, we're stacking every advantage in your favor. When you hook into the fish of a lifetime aboard Adventure and Catch, you'll have the best equipment giving you the best shot at boating it. So with all that said, the 2026 season runs April through late October/early November. Visit Adventure and Catch to secure your dates. **Target Grounds & Trip Options include the following: - **Half-Day Trips**: Old Scantum and sections of Jeffreys Ledge - **Full-Day & Marathon Trips**: Jeffreys Ledge, Platts Bank, Three Dory Ridge, and Cashes Ledge - **Custom Adventures**: Including overnight trips (up to 4 anglers)—just like the incredibly successful late-October overnight we ran in 2025 For the latest fishing reports and custom trip configurations, contact Captain Andy directly. Keep your lines tight, stay safe, and we'll see you on the water soon. Captain Andy Adventure and Catch Charters

2026 38’ Flowers completely LOADED !!!!

Making Sea Venture Faster and Better than Ever !! " Life is Short.... Fish Hard “ But do it in Style. The 2026 Season is going to be our Best Yet !! Our Fishing Machine is Sea Venture a 40 Ft Topaz Royale is currently undergoing a Major Up Grade. To make our Customers very Happy... We improved all the “Creature” comforts on board our vessel. This Includes major Up Grades to our Air Condition systems, and New softer seating Cushions.. I made the decision to Replaced both Motors, and install larger more powerful motors.. If you thought we were FAST last year, Well then you are in for a Big Surprise this year. Additionally, we installed a brand New Generator, added New Electronics, and replaced all the interior deck and outside Lighting. The crew and I are looking forward to this May, and the start of the 2026 Season. If you want to earn some serious bragging rights? Then you have to book the East Ends Ultimate Sport Fishing Charter Boat… Sea Venture “The Sportfishing Specialist”. Remember…" Life is Short.... Fish Hard “

As the 2025 season winds down want to thank all of those who shared their fishing adventure with me. I'll be in Fort Pierce Florida for the winter, so I look forward to fishing with you down south. Some new additions and programs will be posted soon so I hope you can check back in from time to time. depending on the weather I'll be back in New York sailing from jamaica Bay /Raritan Bay & Croton stalking trophy striped bass and all species in season. With over 50 years on the bay, I want to share my love of fishing and experience with you. Book early for prime dates, happy Holidays and tight lines. Until the next tide... Captain Vinnie