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Quincy Yacht Club
a watercolor by Becky Heletky
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Green Harbor, Marshfield, Massachusetts in the Fog
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Captain G-No leads 2012 Striper Season Off with a Nice Fish
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Plenty of mackerel and herring in the water to attract the bass to feed. All along the South Shore from P-Town to Boston the action has been steady. Just hook on a live mackerel and set it loose. While you wait for a strike, keep catching bait to be frozen away for use later in the year. The River Captain and crew have been hooking up in the North River but most are schoolies. Bigger fish have been reported in and around Plymouth and Duxbury Bays.
Ground Fishing
Reports from Stellwagon Bank and cod fishing in general are grim. Local fishermen say there are few cod fish to be caught. Pollock are hard to come by and haddock is spotty to the north. Boats are picking up some fish here and there but most report catches are way down. Winter fishing by the "Commercial Boats" is to blame say the recreational fishermen and charter captains. New regulations set forth by federal fisheries may bring cod fishing to an end in the Gulf of Maine for the average guy. Cod quotas are now 9 fish per person per day. Some fear a quota of 2 fish per person in 2013. More to follow.
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May 6, 2012
In Shore Cod Fishing
The "Eye of the Wompanoag" comes through for the "Irish Ayes"
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Home safe and sound with fish in the box.
What started out to be a trip across Massachusetts Bay to the secret off shore cod spot, ends up a lot closer to home. A cranky engine confined us to the western reaches of the bay and we ended up at the "Eye". We were picking up mackerel on a regular basis in 60 feet of water so, after we caught a bunch we headed toward the mouth of the North River to see if the striped bass were hungry. They weren't and a strong NE wind didn't help. Captain G-No cried, "That's it boys, pull them up and we will go to the "Eye" for one drift across and home." Everyone agreed and off we went. Captain G-No put the boat on the perfect drift and it paid off.
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It was ayes all around as Jimdogg and the Captain had the cod duel going!
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Captain G-No and Jimdogg saved the day.
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We caught plenty of mackerel, a whiting, 7 keeper cod, 2 of which we sent back with the other rats, but no striped bass.
The cod were decent, ( 20-24 inches) and the macs varied from little tinkers to just under "Horse" mackerel size.
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Considering the "issues" day #1 was a success!
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It was good to see fish in the boat!
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On a sad note Billy Bob's mom passed away while we were fishing. Though not unexpected, our thoughts are with his family.
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March 25, 2012
Fisherman of the Year
Jimdogg takes to the kayak and finds some nice fishing.
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The alewives and river herring were coming up the fish ladder into Furnace Pond and finding an ambush. Large bass and pickerel were there in numbers to pick off any tired or injured fish. It wasn't long before it was fish on. "All I had to do was cast to the schools being chased and bang another one." said Jimdogg. "A beautiful day for a kayak ride. Throw in the spectacle of the herring run, with some nice fishing, and you have a great day."
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The pickerel were waiting too.
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Some members had good ice!
Ridge Hunter Bishop takes a 2nd place in Extraordinary Species Division
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North Hero Vermont Kids Ice Fishing Derby.
Hunter one of our youngest Bite Me Bait Co members, lives with his dad Mike, and mom, Marsha, in Swanton, VT, which is located right up along the Canadian border on Lake Champlain. Hunter is an accomplished fisherman and ice fishing for pike is a favorite pass time. We first met him and his dad while doing a story on ice fishing for pike. They were kind enough to show us one of the secret spots and teach us the proper technique. Hunter was a 6 year old and HE hauled out a pike that was almost as long as he was tall. Dad, Mike is a good teacher and an avid outdoorsman himself.
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The first of many awards this young man will win!
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Keep up the great job!
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"In the beginning there were pike, and they were mine....."
Stop by "Dawn Till Dusk Welding" and say Hello.
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February 26, 2012
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Getting the Boat ready for Cod Fishing
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Having a hard time dealing with no ice?Then suffer no more.
Hardly Able Crafter's all new non ice fishing trap, passed a critical test this week in the secret crappie pond and may soon be on the market.
Hardly Able Crafter's New Non-Ice Trap Prototype
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Rock Bottom is all smiles as everything worked to perfection.
Flag up! All Ahead Full!
For only 3 payments of $19.95 Plus shipping and handling
You get the float ring, the trap, the flag, a full spool of line with a hook. (Buttons not included)
AND if you mention
Billy Bob's name you get a spare ring with your order. Just pay separate shipping and handling.
January 30, 2012
The DUO's, Ken is unanimously re-elected
Bite Me Bait Co
Clam Team Captain for 2012
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If the clams he has taken this year were lined up end to end you could reach his house easily from the flats! Elmer gets the nod as Assistant Captain for his revealing of the secret sea clam bar. "We have the top spots all mapped out for the upcoming year." said Ken. "The gang spread out across the flats from the Gurnet to Kingston Bay and everywhere in between. Next spring should bring some new members to the team as AC caught the fever when we dragged him along one sunny morning. See you on the flats at the secret spot tomorrow Elmer." Any talk of secret votes and coercion within the clam team vote is not to be listened to. Jimdogg tossed in the name of a pizza chef that makes a nice white clam pizza if you share a few clams with him.
We are now know as the Muddy Rakers of the Bite Me Bait Co.
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Help Keep the Earth Green
Learn to be a backyard Bee Keeper
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The "Best" Honey in the World is Your Honey
Start with a Warre Hive from Ryan Apiary
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January 7, 2012
Jimdogg Voted Fisherman of the Year for 2011
Claims Trophy
Winter Meeting Just Perfect!
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Past winners were there to join in the crowning.
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Rock Bottom, Jimdogg, Billy Bob, Elmer and Mar-e round out the current and formers winners!
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Looking East toward the Gurnet Light From the Front Deck
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New associate photographer picked up by Bite Me Bait Co.
Maureen Duffy from Abington, owner of "At Your Place" Photography, joins team at winter meeting.
Captures Duxbury Beach, Snowy Owl on way to Meeting to seal the deal!!
You can expect to see more of her wild life photos displayed here.
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Bite Me Bait Co's Senior member and father of our Grand Poobah, Rock Bottom passes away.
If you ever wanted to see and talk to a real man, you went right to Hank!
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September 24, 2011
Rock Bottom wins "Major Award"
Fall Classic a Success!
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32inch 12 pound striped bass makes Rock Bottom's night!
The Grand Poobah, Rock Bottom, becomes the first Bite Me Bait Co member to hold the "Major Award" and the "Fisherman of the Year Trophy" simultaneously. "I thought it was a rat at first, then it put on a burst and I knew I had a keeper. It's been rough to hold this tournament in recent years as we always seem to have a brisk wind in our faces. This year it wasn't too bad and as is usually the case we caught the fish right after high tide." said Rock. "I'm sure glad we made the trip." Defending champion Eb Tide was unable to attend due to some medical issues but was thrilled to learn he was passing the "Major Award" on to Rock. "Rock Bottom started this tournament some years ago and it's great to see him win it." exclaimed Eb. "I wish I could have been there last night but I'll be ready to win it back in the "Spring Classic".
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It's a team effort as the "Boys" throw a little light on the subject!
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For more of our history of fishing activity!
Relive our Ice fishing 2010 adventures
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Charter's or Head Boat's
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River's or Ocean
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Deep Water or Wrecks and
Reefs
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Freshwater or Salt
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From Shore or Ice
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Elmer discovers local (live) bait and tackle store right around the corner.
Owner Bob Horky says "Come see what I have to offer!"
Tell Bob, Elmer sent me!
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