SWE Fishing Report 4-11-08

[cchobot]

It's here.

The 2008 Fishing Season has officially begun and this is the first of many SWE fishing reports to come this year.

The year is beginning, as it always does with a trickle. Frogs are croaking, plants are blooming and Reports of "pre-schoolie" sized micro bass are coming in from all the regular spots. A recent turn in the weather has led to a few peaceful evenings out there on the water.



Matt Perry writes...

"Spring is here... The weather this week is a sure sign on what is to come. At all your favorite holdover striper spots the fish should be moving around much more with the water temps getting around 45 degrees. Were seeing fresh fish at the west wall although not in great numbers yet. There are also reports of a few catches at first and second beach in Newport. We have stocked up on tsunami shads and storm shads that are sure to increase your success with these early season striped bass. Both 3" pearl tsunami shads and small bucktail jigs seem to be getting it done."



Matt's report is spot-on for what's to be expected this time of year: maybe nothing too exciting yet, but there are positive signs. Reports of a strong showing of herring and other large baitfish as well as the squid drawing ever-closer all point to the possibility of larger fish showing up in force in due time. Of course, any number of combinations of wind and weather could transpire to prevent this from happening. But with that said, it is a fresh new season and hope does spring eternal. For now we can all be content that the cycle has indeed begun anew. The bass are here and increasing in numbers daily and there are plenty of empty rocks out there just waiting to be occupied.



We shot a little bit of video we also thought you might enjoy. It's not the most exciting of films, but after a long time it sure is good just to be standing at the waters edge listening to the sounds of the surf.



All the best in 2008 from The Saltwater Edge Staff. It should be another noteworthy year by all accounts. As always, we're here for all your saltwater angling needs. Just give us a call, shoot us an email, or swing by the shop.



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[bassballer]

God Ive been waiting for this report. Tight lines boys.

[rijimmy]

seriously, I really enjoy teh SWE reports and the pics. I can't wait for this season, all the best to everyone, be safe and lets hope for the big fish.

[kevin]

Ditto Jimmy.... Lets have a safe season and lets see who catches the first cow this year... catch you all on the water!!!

[bboyes]

Great to see the reports. Got skunked on the west wall Saturday, but it was great to be out. Waiting to see something to challenge my new vs200. I want to see if the drags all what you guys said it would be. Can't wait to hang a good one on that reel. Looking forward to being beat up trying.



Bill

[jswegel]

Great little video! Sounds of the surf are always exciting and full of promise. And an "oh boy" every once is awhile adds the human touch to Nature.
Keep up the good work guys at SWE.
I'm out here in the cold Berkshires and won't get to the rocky shores until May. Hopefully by then the striped visitors are settling in.

[Camel]

Great to see the first report! Its even better to see you guys throwing a line in. The report is spot on, got seven little rats yesterday all looked clean with the exception of one which had sea lice. Despite the prescence of a harbor seal the fish stuck around though 5 hours of fishing and yielding only 7 fish is far from the slam bang action of early spring fishing. This week should really turn it on with the good winds coming again and the favorable weather. Get out and hit it. Thanks again guys for everything.

[Frightnight]

Probably a waist of time, but going to go out Friday night. It's suppose to be warm, and taking my boat, so will be great just to be on the water.

[Frightnight]

Well, did not get to go out Friday night as planned. Had to rush to Atlanta because my mother passed away. Just checking to see if anyone was fishing, cuz I heard the squid were arriving. I guess, no fish yet? OK, heading back tomorrow. Take care everyone.

[scottw]

very sorry to hear about your mom Fright, condolences and prayers...I'm sure you'll be into plenty of fish very soon...