While many folks are familiar with the annual return of blueback herring and alewives to the coastal rivers and streams of New England, there’s another aquatic migrant that deserves attention—one whose journey from sea to freshwater and back is no less remarkable than that of the aforementioned herring. I’m talking about elvers, also known as...Read More
Cuda Fishing Tools has introduced its new Bucket Tackle Center (BTC), an innovative tool containment system designed to keep important tools organized and within reach.Read More
Each spring, black sea bass invade the inshore waters of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, providing a great opportunity to catch a batch of these aggressive, great-tasting fish! When it comes to catching fish, it doesn’t get any easier than black sea bass. The best time to target these tasty, scrappy critters is from late May...Read More
A visit to Vermont’s northern wonderland is the ideal way to unplug and refresh yourself and your family. By Steve Wyman The Abenaki names for the myriad lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams scattered throughout Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom are as original and mysterious as the waterbodies themselves. Names like Ticklenaked, Memphremagog, Namagonic, Passumpsic, and Menenbawk inspire adventure,...Read More
Text & Photos by Tom RichardsonRemote, 70-acre Warren Island is located 3 miles east of Lincolnville and a stone’s throw from Islesboro’s Grindel Point, making it accessible by both boat and kayak. There is a long pier for dropping off gear and passengers, as well as several courtesy moorings, along the island’s protected eastern shore.Once...Read More
By Dan Mathers When I received the new survival axe from Off Grid Tools, I couldn’t wait to take it backpacking and see how it held up to life in the wilderness. Unfortunately, that backpacking trip had to be canceled. Even worse, shortly after that my basement flooded. Because of that flood, instead of the survival...Read More
