Fishing Frenzy

A commonly held opinion states that people show the best sides of their personalities when they are angling. The hobby tends to make people feel more relaxed and amiable. This turns fishing into a highly social hobby that opens the channels for new friendships. Boats can be chartered for friendship groups, or individuals can book a place among strangers. Captains and crew offer their knowledge and experience to clients so that novices can enjoy a learning experience. Individuals don't need to have licences, as the boat's papers cover all who use it. Long Island Fishing charters are the ideal method of relaxing, socializing and learning a new hobby.

Striped bass are among the most popular catches in New York's waters. Long Island has the largest population of this species. Catching them demands special baiting techniques. Chum can be used, and flounders are the most effective lures. They can be mimicked using petri fish which ape their movements.

Shark angling is possible in New York's oceans, but anglers should become acquainted with the laws and ethics involved in this kind of sport. Certain species are protected, including the dusky shark. These must be released if they are snared.

New York's waters are strictly regulated so that anglers are legally forced to release fish that are too young. Species are regulated in terms of number and minimum length. Bluefish are not regulated, but blackfish, flounders and the majority of other species are strictly controlled. These can only be kept if they exceed a certain length.

It's legal to catch tiger sharks, hammerheads and Nurse Sharks on the New York coast. Only one shark may be kept per vessel. Species that may not be caught by law include Galapagos, Narrowtooth, sand tiger and Caribbean reef sharks. Anglers are legally allowed to catch a limited number of lobsters and crabs. White sharks can only be legally caught using a rod and reel, and in such a way as to cause minimum injury to the fish. The fish should not be taken out of the water.

A charter is more enjoyable when one is properly prepared. Clothing to suit diverse conditions should be taken to keep one comfortable during extreme weather changes. Boats don't always provide food and drink, so anglers should take their own refreshments. Boating shoes with good traction are useful to keep anglers stable whilst they fish.

Trip lengths that can be taken vary greatly. There are overnight trips as well as those that last only a few hours. Anglers need to take their own refreshments. Sea sickness is a concern during deep sea fishing, so it's useful to take nausea medication a couple of hours before embarking. Dry crackers and ginger ale can also combat vomiting.

Those without experience in angling can charter boats without learning the skills entailed in angling. The crew and captain are there to provide advice and knowledge to amateurs. This will ensure that all fishermen have the best opportunity. When booking for Long Island fishing charters, one doesn't need to take one's own reel or rod. Usually, companies provide these.