Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Inshore Temp:
44
Offshore Temp:
45
Bear's Den's Tip of the Week
It finally feels like winter. The migratory fish have mostly moved on, but there are still bass being caught periodically by those willing to brave the cold.
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Tide data
5-Day Outlook as of 12/17/24
Water temperatures are dropping fast now. Start shifting to your known holdover areas at this point.
Techniques & Tips as of 12/17/24
Sub surface. Changing retrieve speeds to figure out a preferred tempo.
Current Conditions as of 12/17/24
A cooler week with some wind.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