Articles by Captain Mike Roy

Early-season striped bass fishing in the Northeast is all about finding slightly warmer water and matching the natural forage. As water temperatures approach 50 degrees, striped bass become more active around mudflats, river mouths, and channel edges, creating some of the best opportunities of the season. Soft plastic jerkbaits, natural color patterns, and presentations that work with the current can be extremely effective during this time of year. Paying attention to moon phases, tides, and bait movement can make all the difference when targeting spring stripers.