Wonder what it would be like if every time you picked up your fishing rod, you were expected to carry a license too? Well, the sport fishing community in New York shed a huge sigh of relief recently when they triumphed over …
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 …
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, …
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 h…
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 fishin…
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 th…
Welcome to the latest episode of the *New York Fishing Podcast*. I, George Scocca, will be your guide off Jones Inlet and beyond. Though black flies tried to test our patience, the true excitement was in the water's depths.
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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 ala…
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, …
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 …
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…
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 g…
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…
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,…
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 Suff…
What if you could help save our precious marine life and restore the health of our local fisheries? Join us for a fascinating conversation with Scott Curitola Wagamon, Senior Resource Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extensio…
In this episode, George and Emilie Franke from the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) discuss the impending reduction in the recreational striped bass fishery. They examine the factors that have led to this …
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 Di…
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 t…
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 som…
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. …
As we head into the offseason it's a great time to get your tackle ready for next season! Captain Mike Bady has a series of hacks for all of us tackle freaks. This episode is packed with great information on how to make sure…
How do you feel about the homeowners in Amagansett stopping us from fishing because "they don't want to see us on the beach"? Should we have two separate bag limits on tog on the north and south shore? Plus . . . an intervi…
In this episode, George Scocca speaks with Lt. Sean Reilly of the Marine Enforcement Unit. Lt. Reilly goes into detail on many aspects of what this unit charge is. He also explains many of the let's say tough to understand r…
