The Wine Festival revelers have now left Nantucket and the migratory Striped Bass have arrived. From all reports, the Stripers are now all around the Island and are being caught from Madaket to Quidnet. When the surf conditions allow, Beach fisherman have had good luck from the South Shore. Anglers on the North Shore are beginning to report respectable catches as well. It is still not necessary to fish at night to hook up but lower light conditions in the morning and the evening seem to be the most productive. As is often the case at this time of year, smaller size swimmers and plastics are the lures of choice. The Bass are already starting to get bigger with most catches ranging from 27 inches to 33 inches.

For Boat fisherman, Nantucket Harbor seems to be the place. There are definitely Bass in the harbor but the fishing is not yet as consistent as it will be in a few weeks. There are also a few Bluefish starting to arrive.

Speaking of Bluefish, they are also being caught in the Dionis area. Smith’s Point, which is now open to Beach driving further out, is another productive early season spot for Bluefish.

For those anglers interested in bottom fishing, Scup (Porgies) and Sea Bass are reportedly being caught out by the Jetties.

Check in with any one of the local Tackle Shops Bill Fisher Tackle , Cross Rip Outfitters, or Nantucket Tackle Center or ask one of the Charter Boat Captains for more details….

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