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Captain's Log April 15, 2010 It has been a busy spring, getting the boat and tackle ready for the coming season, but everything is shipshape, and charters have begun. Based on charter bookings so far, it is going to be a very busy summer, so reserve your dates early. The bay is teeming with whales, especially right whales. They are feeding hard, and watching them up close is a real thrill. Also, today marks the opening of cod season. Increasingly hard to find, but still considered by many to be the tastiest catch in these waters. Call today to book a chance to join the hunt! May 21, 2009 The pace is really beginning to pick up! The big stripers are hanging off Wellfleet... plentiful and BIG! Blues are in mid-summer form all over the bay. The April haddock action continues, with occasional cod. Just a few more weeks now and the tuna will be here. As if to join in the fun, the whales are putting on a grand show! All in all, it is beginning to look like we have a shot at one of those seasons that will be remembered for years. Charter dates are filling up fast, so make your reservation now to avoid disappointment! September 22, 2008
August 14, 2008
In July we had a four person charter (two brothers and their two children) on our way to Stellwagen Bank for tuna. On the way out we spotted tuna feeding on the surface. I made two casts, and we hooked up! I gave the rod to one of the brothers, who proceeded to fight the fish for about 45 minutes before fatigue forced him to pass the rod to his brother. The fight continued for another hour before the fish (and fisherman) reached the end of their stamina, and I was able to gaff the fish and bring it on board. The tuna measured 56 inches and weighed 110 lbs! There were more tuna around, but we were all out of time (and stamina). July 15, 2008 The small tuna are still out there, we just have
to travel further out to get them... to Stellwagen Bank and beyond to the Boston
shipping lanes some 18 miles off Race Point. This is quite a haul, but
still well within our range. June 14, 2008 It's June and the tuna have arrived -- big time! On the backside, off Peaked Hill Bar, we found schools of tuna balling up herring and porgies at the surface. Someone cast with a light bass rod and all the line disappeared in a flash! We went to large tuna rods had soon hooked up 4 times and landed two100 lb beauties. Stripers are also plentiful, with forty plus pounders appearing. It looks like a great season shaping up! The whales have moved out of the bay, but continue to put on beautiful shows outside. April 30, 2008 It has been a big month for whales! A rare gathering of some 100 right whales provided some wonderful shows both from the beach and the water. Boats were restricted to 10 mph is areas where the whales were feeding. We went out to see first hand and got some nice photos. Click here to see a few of them. Why not book a private whale watching trip with us this summer. March 18, 2008 Thanks for visiting our web site and considering our service. It's almost time for the Silver Hawk to emerge from her winter shrink wrap, an event that traditionally marks the season's kickoff. It is already looking to be a busy season, with 10 charters booked in the last two weeks. We have added a new feature to our web site to help with your vacation fishing planning. On the Fishing Calendar page you will see a link that will take you to a calendar showing just which times are booked and which are available, or you can just click here to try it now. Pick your date and time and reserve it now. No deposit is required, and we will confirm with you two weeks in advance by phone or email. You can book a charter either by going to the Contact Us page, or by calling my cell number 508-247-7963 (it's always with me). Have a good spring, and I hope to see you this summer!
February 1, 2008 The 2007 fishing season on Cape Cod will be remembered as the year when small tuna fishing hit its stride. It started when Capt. Bobby Rice caught the first tuna of the season on June 8, 2007. Capt. Eric Morea aboard the Silver Hawk marked the close of the season when he boated a tuna on November 9, 2007. What a season! The Cod may not be the top target of sport fishermen based on fight, but are consistent a favorite at the diner table. Despite the winter chill now visiting the Cape, cod fish are our there, waiting for Spring charters. A friend reports he landed Cod in January! Schooney Fishing Charters will kick off the sport fishing season for Cod on April 1. Call or email now to book a charter. Here is some handy information on limits for the upcoming season: Fish Minimum Length Maximum Catch per Day Small Tuna 47" 2 per boat Stripe Bass 28" 2 per person Cod 22' 7 per person Fluke 17" 7 per person Use the "Contact Us" page to make suggestions, report news, pose questions, or to book a charter. Check this page frequently for updates!
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