• Fishing the Vineyard: Bonito, Bass, and Bluefish Abound for the 79th Annual Derby

  • Oct 3 2024
  • Length: 3 mins
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Fishing the Vineyard: Bonito, Bass, and Bluefish Abound for the 79th Annual Derby

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  • As of October 3, 2024, the fishing scene on Martha's Vineyard is buzzing with activity, especially with the 79th Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby in full swing. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

    ### Tidal Report, Weather, and Daylight
    Today, the sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and sunset will be at 6:14 PM, giving you a good window of daylight. The tides are looking favorable, with a high tide at 9:17 AM and a low tide at 3:04 PM. The weather forecast indicates a steady southwest breeze, which should improve fishing conditions.

    ### Fish Activity
    Yesterday saw a mix of fish activity around the island. Bonito fishing has been very good, with numerous fish caught very close to home, often right in the harbor. These bonito have been joined by some large false albacore (albies) and bluefish, which is a promising sign for the ongoing derby.

    Striped bass are becoming more active, particularly during the east tide, and many have been described as fat. Anglers have reported catching stripers up to 35 inches using various lures at different levels of the water column.

    Bluefish are also plentiful, especially around the east side of the island. Concentrated schools of bonito and blues have been showing up closer to shore, making spots like Sankaty and the area around Great Point hot for fishing.

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For bonito and albies, small, tiny baits such as juvenile bay anchovies have been effective. However, due to the sunny conditions, these fish can be challenging to catch. Bubblegum-pink paddletails and epoxy jigs are recommended for targeting these species.

    For striped bass, mackerel, squid, and bunker are providing plentiful forage, making lures that mimic these baits highly effective. Eels, Fish Snax Xls, and needlefish plugs have also been working well for surf fishers.

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Sankaty**: Known for its strong bonito and bluefish bite, this area is a must-visit during the derby.
    - **Great Point**: The action around this area is picking up, with good catches of bonito and blues closer to shore.
    - **The Harbor**: Bonito have been abundant here, and it’s a great spot to catch them right at home.

    Overall, Martha's Vineyard is offering some fantastic fishing opportunities right now. With the right lures and knowledge of the tides, you should be able to land some impressive catches. Good luck out there
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