Long Island Sound Blue Fish

[Hawk]

Went back east to visit the family last week. My brother had the great idea to charter a boat for 4 hours to fish. I lived in Connecticut for 18 years and never fished once in Long Island Sound, so I was ALL over the idea!

We caught 8 Blue fish total trolling spoons and black and red rubber tubes. About 14 inches in length with a 2 ounce weight at the head and a single hook in the back. It was an interesting set up to me being a fresh water guy and all. I guess they Blues think they are eels

I caught the biggest at 8.6 pounds. 3 total for me. They guys even put some pics of us on their my space page.

http://www.myspace.com/deborahannfishingcharters

If you are ever in the area check these guys out. It was a blast. I think a guy just caught a 28 pound striper this weekend on this boat.

We BBQ'd the fish that night. They are not such a great eating fish. Very dark fishy meat. The cheeks are good deep fried though!

[pokerface12]

Yea bluefish are known for the fighting abilities, but have a bad reputation for table quality. Looks like you got into some decent bluefishing and thanks for sharing. Pokerface


















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[mg2969]

Blue fish rock
Growing up in jersey we had a great time with em

The secret , as I was told, is to take your time filleting it.
There is an oily sac, right behind the gills that most people slice right through.
This is was gives the fish a bad rep.
or so I've been told

[sansou]

Awesome report! In the early 90's I spent some extended time in NYC with the Feds and rent-a-rodded quite a bit out of Sheepshead Bay. Steel leaders & chunk bait right outside of the harbor. With no limits (don't if that's the case anymore) I used to come back with loads and loads of them. My fishing buddy, a puerto rican, used to bake them with "Goya seasoning" and a crapload of onions and tomatoes....excellent stuff! Brings back long lost memories....

[Troutman65]

Thanks for the report and congrats on your catch.:cool:


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