- Fishing at the beginning of year... "Great web site but I am wonder do you have a schedule on when certain fish come in the bay,like flounder ,stripper,etc. I've caught blues,sea bass, and even a sword fish and I know when their in season but I don't know when the winter fish are in and I very anxious to get started. Thank you, Steve"
Dear Steve, A recent reply to another customer many also answer your question... (Not considering ice fishing) ..."Although Stripers can be caught in waters that are in the low 30's, many other species wont be around until water temps break 50 and rise higher. During cooler March waters, Winter Flounder in the bay would be the best bet for the next two months or so. Bluefish will make their presence after the Mackerel run which is typically closer to Easter. This is followed by the Fluke and Weakfish that show in ~55 degree water temp and higher."... Many anglers become aware of White Perch in brackash waters starting in early March. Try local creek and lagoon areas with grass shrimp or bloodworms.