Captain's Table - Season Finale

Made the traditional season ending Tog tip today with my good friend Lep. For once the weather forecast was actually correct, very cold and overnight strong winds diminishing right after sunrise.

The long ride out to Fishers I. was pleasant and based upon all the intel I was getting I felt compelled to try a deeper drop in 70' of water for the very short slack water window before the full moon ebb started to scream. We had a steady bite for 90 minutes but 99% of the Tog were all short with Pete landing the only 17" keeper.

So, the only logical move was to my very reliable jig spot nearby and once again we were rewarded with a consistent bite for the balance of the ebb tide. Only needed 1.5-2 oz. jigs and overall, the bites were very light. Did a ton of sorting, as usual, but managed to put our limit of healthy tog in the box, mostly 16-18" fish but nice and thick. Top fish today on my spinner was about 4.5#.
So, no monsters for our season finale but still a good bite and lots of tasty fresh Tog filets for our efforts.

I want to personally thank all of the charter customers, both old and new, who joined me on what was a pretty darn good 2023 season. I greatly appreciate your patronage and hope to see you all again next year. BTW. I already have 6 dates booked for 2024 October Tog, so if you have a favorite time to fish in the fall it is not too soon to give me a call.
Have a great Holiday season and healthy, prosperous New Year. Be sure to look me up at the Ward Melville H.S Outdoor Show the first Saturday in March. I will be at my usual table in the gym.

Capt. Mike
516-317-5423

Made the traditional season ending Tog tip today with my good friend Lep. For once the weather forecast was actually correct, very cold and overnight strong winds diminishing right after sunrise.

The long ride out to Fishers I. was pleasant and based upon all the intel I was getting I felt compelled to try a deeper drop in 70' of water for the very short slack water window before the full moon ebb started to scream. We had a steady bite for 90 minutes but 99% of the Tog were all short with Pete landing the only 17" keeper.

So, the only logical move was to my very reliable jig spot nearby and once again we were rewarded with a consistent bite for the balance of the ebb tide. Only needed 1.5-2 oz. jigs and overall, the bites were very light. Did a ton of sorting, as usual, but managed to put our limit of healthy tog in the box, mostly 16-18" fish but nice and thick. Top fish today on my spinner was about 4.5#.
So, no monsters for our season finale but still a good bite and lots of tasty fresh Tog filets for our efforts.

I want to personally thank all of the charter customers, both old and new, who joined me on what was a pretty darn good 2023 season. I greatly appreciate your patronage and hope to see you all again next year. BTW. I already have 6 dates booked for 2024 October Tog, so if you have a favorite time to fish in the fall it is not too soon to give me a call.
Have a great Holiday season and healthy, prosperous New Year. Be sure to look me up at the Ward Melville H.S Outdoor Show the first Saturday in March. I will be at my usual table in the gym.

Capt. Mike
516-317-5423

Capt Mike - this was my first year on your boat, and both tog trips were fantastic. Our crews had a memorable and fun time, with the bonus of putting together very good catches. I plan on booking with you again next year, both for fluke and blacks. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

Thanks for the report, it was good fishing next to you at Plum earlier in the season ,

Congrats on a great season Mike!! Nothing like a experienced and dedicated Captain to take care of his fares, expand the love of the sport and protect the resource!!