Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
54
Offshore Temp:
52
Bear's Den's Tip of the Week
Water is warming pretty consistently. Sand eels and silversides are prevalent, with large bunker and herring in certain locations. Have a full size range of imitations on hand.
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Tide data
5-Day Outlook as of 5/14/24
Migratory fish are now being seen consistently in Rhode Island and on the Cape, particularly the outer Cape. This is the beginning of the prime springtime window of fishing.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/14/24
Sub surface. Changing retrieve speeds to figure out a preferred tempo.
Current Conditions as of 5/14/24
A warm week and plenty of bait being spotted.Local Species Available Year Round
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Striped Bass
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Bluefish
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False Albacore
Bear's Den's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Strolis Simple Baitfish | All | 2/0 |
Mud Dog Dazzle Bait | All | 3/0 |
Bear's Den's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Mirage Big Game Leaders
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Best Tippet:
Mirage Pure Fluorocarbon Tippet
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
9-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Saltwater All-Rounder WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Coldwater Intermediate