Posts from ‘January, 2010’

Deep sea fishing attracts thousands of anglers to Maine’s coast every year, and it is easy to see why. The thrill of heading out onto the open sea in search of that elusive trophy catch is enough for some, whilst others enjoy the uncertainty that surrounds just what may end up on the end of [...]

The cusk is not a particularly sought-after fish in Maine, with most anglers preferring larger, more popular table fish such as cod or haddock. However, the cusk still provides reasonable fishing action, largely thanks to the wide variety of bait it will accept. In nature, the cusk is very similar to cod, in that it [...]

Few anglers can resist the opportunity to fight and land a trophy fish, which is why deep sea fishing in Maine continues to be so popular throughout the fishing season. Though Maine’s many waterways are home to a considerable number of larger species, few compare to the cod which can be found just a few [...]

Pollock are considered to be the most active member of the cod family, and are found readily in seas off the coast of Maine. Though not renowned as being a particularly big fish, pollock are still considered to be one of the best off-shore catches around due to their strength, speed and agility. Once hooked, [...]

The redfish, also known in some parts as red drum, became important commercially in the mid-twentieth century, particularly off the Atlantic coast of Canada and Maine, where the species is found in relative abundance. The quality of their meat and their magnificent appearance also makes the redfish particularly appealing to anglers, and whilst they are [...]