New York Fishing Podcast
Join George Scocca as he talks everything fishing in New York waters. George launched one of the first sportfishing sites ever in 1995 - noreast.com - and he can now be found at his new fishing home - www.nyangler.com.come listen to George as he addresses the many issues facing recreational anglers in New York from Montauk to The Hudson River. He has been fishing these waters along with the fine freshwater fishing that can be found in downstate New York for over 40-years.George has never been shy about giving his views and opinion on what needs to be done to restore our great fishery. He has been standing up to the system while balancing the need for anglers to have access to our great natural resources.
Episodes
46 episodes
Victory Over Mandatory Fishing License and New Tech in Saltwater Fishing
Wonder what it would be like if every time you picked up your fishing rod, you were expected to carry a license too? Well, the sport fishing community in New York shed a huge sigh of relief recently when they triumphed over an unexpected move t...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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24:46
The New York Fishing Community and the Celtic Quest
Ever wondered about the similarities between Thanksgiving and fishing? Thanksgiving is a time of abundance and gratitude, and in our latest podcast episode, we find these same sentiments echo in the world of fishing. Joined by our guest, Desi O...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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55:14
2024 Striped Bass Moratorium
The numbers speak for themselves, and they paint a concerning picture. Recent data reveals a significant decline in the Chesapeake striped bass stock. Yet, an often overlooked fact is the thriving Hudson Striped Bass Stock, which is currently e...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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25:48
Exploring the Inner Workings of Fishing: An Insightful Journey with John McMurray
Curious about the inner workings of fishing and the politics that surround it? We promise you an enlightening journey in our latest episode, We delve deeper into the fishing world with the revered John McMurray, dissecting his significant contr...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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1:19:34
What's Lurking Below with @southforksalt, aka Tim Regan, The Saltwater License - Can it be defeated?
Ready to embark on a captivating journey through the dynamic world of New York's fishing community? Join me, George Scocca, as we navigate through hot topics that are making waves, from the controversial proposal of a fishing license to the exh...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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56:28
Challenging the Wallop Breaux Tax, Pablo on Bait, Bass and Whales at Moriches!
Are you ready to question the familiar? Brace yourself as we challenge the notion that additional fishing licenses equate to more funds for the state, right here in New York. We'll pull back the curtain on the truth about the Wallop Breaux tax,...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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58:43
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Sharks, Rigs, and Black Flies: A Tale of Fishing Innovations
Ever found yourself swarmed by black flies while out fishing, wishing you had a better bug spray? Well, I, George Scocca, recently stumbled upon a game-changing repellent during my fishing expedition off Jones Inlet. I'll be revealing the magic...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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42:58
Uncovering the Realities of the Saltwater Fishing License in New York
Ready to navigate the choppy waters of the New York State Fishing License? Buckle up for a deep-sea discussion where we tackle the ins and outs of the license, dissecting the survey that comes with it. We're sounding the alarm on its non-obliga...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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21:07
The Thrill of the Catch and the Fight for the Seas
Craving a bit of adrenaline rush and a great story to tell? Join me, your host George Scaca, on another thrilling episode of the New York Fishing Podcast. Armed with my fishing line, my partners Rob Pavlich, Lep Leprechaun, and I embarked on a ...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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29:55
A Journey through Saltwater Licenses, Striped Bass News, and Shark Fishing
Are you ready to navigate the complex waters of fishing regulations? Your trusted guide, George Gaca, is here to help you untangle the intricacies of the upcoming saltwater fishing license survey, the latest news on striped bass, and the state'...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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40:42
Decoding the New York Saltwater Fishing License: A Reality Check
What if the popular assumptions about artificial reefs and fishing licenses are all wrong? Join me, George Scocca, as we strip down the facade surrounding the New York Saltwater Fishing License. Armed with an analytical lens, we'll probe into t...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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23:20
The Cobia Fishing Phenomenon and Adapting to Evolving Oceanic Conditions
Ever wondered why Cobia fishery has been booming in our local waters? Join us as we chat with Jimmy Furch Jr., a young angler with invaluable insights working at Bay Park Marina, to uncover the secrets behind the explosive growth of this incred...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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51:59
New Slot Size Now says NYS!
What's the deal with the striped bass emergency regulation and its impact on recreational anglers? Are you baffled by the lack of communication between fisheries managers and the sport fishing community? Join us this week on the New York Angler...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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21:02
Debunking the 9% Striped Bass Mortality Myth
Is the 9% mortality rate for striped bass caught by recreational fishermen really accurate? In this eye-opening episode of the New York Fishing Podcast, we challenge the outdated studies from the 90s that led to this number, and discuss the nee...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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12:01
Ghost Pots Menace: Uncovering the Hidden Impact on Long Island Sound's Fishing Industry
Do you know about the ghost pots lurking in the Long Island Sound? Join us as we dive into this serious issue with our expert guest, Scott Curitolo Wagamon, a senior resource educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension in Suffolk County and direc...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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37:02
Striped Bass Slot to be Slashed as Emergency Regulations on July 2, 2023
Just as we're about to hit our stride in the fishing world, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) is set to significantly slash the recreational striped bass fishery. We're bracing ourselves for the narrow window of keeper eli...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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34:35
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Do You Want a Saltwater Fishing License in New York?
Well, that didn't take long now did it? Soon after the votes were tallied, the state moved into gear and started the process of enacting a saltwater fishing license requirement for anyone fishing the New York State Marine District.
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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15:19
Our Changing Waters - The Peconic Bay Scallop
In this episode your host, and favorite angler :) George Scocca does a deep dive so to speak into the issues we're seeing with the Jewel of the East End the Peconic Bay Scallop. Did you know that the Peconic Bay Scallop is the New York State sh...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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46:00
Sand Tigers, Bunker and Balloons
In this episode of the New York Fishing Podcast, I speak with Mr. Chris Papro on a number of topics in the marine life around Long Island. Chis aka @fishphotoguy spends plenty of time in around our waters and he captures some great content. He ...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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43:48
Hudson Canyon Targeted as a Marine Protected Area . . . and other fishing news!
Your host and favorite angler, George Scocca, speak with ASA's Mike Leonard about the Hudson Canyon becoming an MPA. For the record, MPA's can be a good thing. But they could also be a bad thing for the recreational angler.George takes ...
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33:42
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year - Treat Your Tackle With Care!
As we head into the offseason it's a great time to get your tackle ready for next season! Captain Mike Bady has a series of hacks for all of us tackle freaks. This episode is packed with great information on how to make sure your tackle doesn't...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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56:56
Great Fall Fishing . . . $$$ keeping us off Amagansett and stop this 3/4 split on tog!
How do you feel about the homeowners in Amagansett stopping us from fishing because "they don't want to see us on the beach"? Should we have two separate bag limits on tog on the north and south shore? Plus . . . an interview with one of ...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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50:21
An Interview With Lt. Sean Reilly of the Marine Enforcement Unit.
In this episode, George Scocca speaks with Lt. Sean Reilly of the Marine Enforcement Unit. Lt. Reilly goes into detail on many aspects of what this unit charge is. He also explains many of the let's say tough to understand regulations and laws ...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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50:06
Bluefin Tuna History Lesson from One of the greats! Don Sproul aka Old Mud
I have done 23 episodes of this podcast and this is my favorite to date. I have always enjoyed learning the history of our fisheries. All have the same theme "You shoulda been here yesterday . . ." There isn't a single fishery that ...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:10:36
New York State DEC Talks About Upcoming Changes for 2021
In this special episode, George speaks with Mr. John Maniscalco, the Bureau Chief of Marine Fisheries for the NYSDEC. It's an interesting episode as they discuss any and all changes for the 2021 season for the New York State recreational angler...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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49:01