Dave at dmontifish@verizon.net or visit www.noflukefishing.com and his blog at www.noflukefishing.blogspot.com . The Fisherman With the tautog season about a week away from closing and the bite slowing, anglers have been getting into a mixed bag of cod, sea bass, scup, cunner, and red hake when boats have been able to sail. by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management November 6, 2020 Yesterday while on routine patrol, an Environmental Police Officers from DEM’s Division of Law Enforcement spotted two men walking back to their vehicle, which was parked near Brenton Point State Park in Newport, carrying buckets and fishing equipment. 10,475 likes. Official 2020 Rhode Island Fishing rules & regulations. info@thefisherman.com A Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit card is required to complete your transaction online. On recent trips t... Capt. Public workshops … sponsored. We did manage some cod, ling choggies and sea bass (all sea bass returned as the season is now closed.) In 2018 DEM launched an education and certification program that is mandatory for everyone who commercially harvests and lands shellfish in RI. Alert! Tomorrow looks like an even better day on the water. Welcome to Rhode Island's online marine license renewal service. DEM Web site | RI.gov. Cancel. Hoxsie said people who live in Rhode Island can fish, while complying with the governor’s order on social distancing. Since then, a combination of weather and holiday commitm... Capt. Sunday was the last day that the shop will be open for this season but Quonny will be open to serve your late season fishing needs for a few more weeks. View the latest updates on DEM's response to COVID-19, including guidance for sports venues, farmers, commercial fishing, and information on State Parks. Russ Benn of the Seven B’s said that they had been fishing for tautog and doing pretty well up until the nor’easter hit this past week. The method reports are submitted (VTR, state paper logbook, or electronic) must be declared at the time of license issuance. Tony Guarino of Booked Off Charters reported that they had fished for cod the weekend of the 12th, but trips scheduled for this past week had been cancelled due to the weather. Most of the fish have been schoolie sized but a few fish over the 28-inch mark have been reported. Quite a few keepers have been caught right from the breachway in the last week. I spoke with Mike Wade at Watch Hill Outfitters over the weekend as he had a lot of anglers stopping by looking for info on the Atlantic salmon stockings in Connecticut. On Saturday, they focused on tautog and caught well over 100 fish but only had around 15 keepers in the mix. Trout season is officially open in Rhode Island, with special restrictions in place because of the new coronavirus. With some time left in the day they had 7 or 8 keepers in the box when I called and were into a steady bite. Always be on the lookout for upcoming news and special trips. *** The excitement isn’t just reserved for freshwater fishing. Get involved by contacting info@rifoodcouncil.org. On Sunday’s full-day trip they took the run out to Block Island for a limit of black sea bass and then came back into the Watch Hill areas to fish for tautog. On the way back in they decided to anchor up for an hour or two of tautog fishing and had 20 keepers with many fish in the 7- to 10-pound range. A limited number of new commercial fishing licenses for the harvest of shellfish will be available by application from January 1 – February 28, 2021 for Rhode Island residents. Action has been mixed on both rivers with anglers finding success on the fly (wooly buggers with brass or tungsten heads) and spinning gear like Mepp’s in-line spinners and Rapala-type stickbaits. It appears that we should have very similar fishing regulations as 2020. Member of the press? January 7, 2021. Share on. Rhode Island Fishing Report – December 17, 2020 With the tautog season about a week away from closing and the bite slowing, anglers have been getting into a mixed bag of cod, sea bass, scup, cunner, and red hake when boats have been able to sail. The Frances Fleet in Point Judith reports that they spent more time tied to the dock than they would have liked this week, but when they were able to get out, the fishing remained solid. Connecticut Fishing Report. Tom will be fishing for cod, black sea bass and tautog into December and still has some open dates in the calendar so call him today! Both the Naugatuck and Shetucket rivers received their final stocking of the season recently (Naugatuck on 12/21 and Shetucket on 12/18.) Providence Boy, 14, Drowns Near Beavertail Light - Newport, RI - The victim was fishing with his father over the weekend when he slipped on the rocks and fell into the water, the DEM said. This body of water covers just over 1,050 acres of surface area with a maximum depth approximately 8 feet deep and an average depth of 4 feet. NH Offers Free Ice-Fishing Day. Eric, at Rooster Sport Fishing in New Shoreham, says he is not running any trips for the next few weeks, but he recently picked away at a few cod, ranging from 24 to 26 inches.He and his friend were using Norweigan jigs and fresh clams. In addition the DEM reminds anglers of new freshwater fishing regulations that took effect on Aug. 2. RI DEM Hunting & Fishing Licensing System. Forward fishing news and photos to Capt. New England Video Fishing Forecast – January 14, 2021, New England Video Fishing Forecast – January 7, 2021. Dave Monti holds a captain’s master license and a charter fishing license. After recently receiving a tip that poachers were keeping undersized fish along the bulkhead in the Port of Galilee, RI Environmental Police Officers from DEM’s Division of Law Enforcement conducted a patrol of the area. You will also need a valid CT fishing license and add on the $5 trout/salmon tag. Commercial Fishing Center, Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation, URI Coastal Resources Center, commercial fishing industry leaders, Council of Development Finance Agencies, RI DEM, RI Commerce Corporation, RI Office of the General Treasurer, and foundation partners. Quite a few keepers have been caught right from the brea... Rick at Weekapaug Bait and Tackle reported another solid week of tautog fishing with good catches reported by both boaters and shore fishermen. The recreational advisories for blue-green algae enacted last summer at Carbuncle and Melville Ponds have been lifted by the RI Department of Health. In honor of all veterans, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will be stocking ponds and rivers across Rhode Island with trout in advance of Veterans Day – a popular time for recreational fishing. 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Fantastic Fishing across New England In this week’s report we have tips on 3-waying bunker for striped bass this... New England Fishing Forecast: New Year, More Fish! This action enforced fishing laws and regulations on the … Tony today to see when he plans to sail next! Rhode Island Edition Sep 30th, 2017 Fall Fling at the “Block” While Cape Cod and Montauk headline the fall run every year, there’s another spot where the fishing is as good or better on a daily basis that mostly flies under the radar: Block Island, RI. Rick at Weekapaug Bait and Tackle reported another solid week of tautog fishing with good catches reported by both boaters and shore fishermen. The daily creel and possession limit for trout and/or salmon singly or in aggregate, is two fish from December 1, 2020 through February 28, 2021. There is a lot more bait showing up on the grounds and it is only a matter of time before the cod start chewing again. All customers of the new hunting and fishing system will be assigned their own unique number - your RIHFID. For information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov. The daily creel and possession limit for trout and/or salmon singly or in aggregate, is two fish from December 1, 2020 through February 28, 2021. For information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov. All Party and Charter licensed fishermen must report all party and charter trips electronically to RIDMF through either eTRIPS … PROVIDENCE – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) Division of Fish and Wildlife has developed a new online survey on Rhode Island’s deer population and is asking the public to report all live deer sightings on the survey in August and September. Alert! Get Outside and Enjoy Winter Activities at State Parks, DEM Again Reminds Rhode Islanders to Dispose of Disinfectant Wipes in the Trash to Help Avoid Sewer Backups, DEM Stocking Trout this Week for the Holidays, Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Captain Frank reports another good day of cod fishing on the LADY FRANCES. For information about hunting and fishing in Rhode Island, please contact DEM’s Division of Fish and Wildlife at (401) 789-0281 or DEM.DFW@dem.ri.gov. Which reporting method should you choose? The following release was shared to The Block Island Times from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management on Wednesday, Nov. 25:. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced it will begin stocking trout in freshwaters across Rhode Island next week for the fall fishing … RI DEM Hunting & Fishing Licensing System. NEWPORT – The boating industry continues to operate in the state, but under strict COVID-19 related restrictions outlined by the state Department of Environmental Management as a result of an executive order by Gov. State of Rhode Island: Department of Environmental Management. CUSTOMER - SIGN IN * Email: * Password: Sign in Forgot Password? License fees are $18 for Rhode Island residents and current members of the Armed Forces, $33 for a combination hunting and fishing license, $35 for non-residents, and $16 for a tourist three-consecutive-day license. If you need something, call the shop to check hours or make arrangements for a pick up.... Snug Harbor Marina will be closed through January 9 and open on limited hours thereafter. Published by DEM's Division of Fish and Wildlife, Inland Fishes of Rhode Island is being sold for $26.75, including tax. Tom Logan of Fish On Charters had a half-day charter on Saturday so they stayed local and fished the reefs for around 10 keeper tautog to 6 pounds. The fish wei... read more. Capt. FIND YOUR RIHFID. Forward fishing news and photos to Capt. Weekly Rhode Island Fishing Reports. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is now accepting online renewal applications from holders of commercial marine licenses, recreational lobster pot and diver licenses, and licensed marine dealers … Not wanting to grind it out again on Sunday’s trip Capt. Nothing much to report fishing wise; there a probably few schoolies still around in the bay and cod offshore but reports have been a little slow.