It’s a very finicky fishery at at best, this winter codfishing, reports Capt. Matt from the Black Hawk. These fish are spawning in relatively open bottom, and the abundant codfish love radiating in the water greatly affects their feeding habits. This Monday’s trip was one of those banner days Flat calm weather conditions with phenomenal fishing, literally chewing the bottom of the boat out (check out our live video on Facebook). Our entire boatload of customers had their limits including the crew and even Heidi, our dedicated galley woman- she had her limit too! The Black Hawk left ’em biting and came in early with cod to 30 pounds.
Tuesday and Wednesday were “no-go”s, with high winds and rough seas. Thursday we sailed once again, with breezy Northwest winds, but anticipating another lock and load day. It didn’t happen! We marked piles of fish on the exact same spot as Monday’s massacre, but they had lockjaw and only a handful were caught. Friday’s trip was worse for all the boats. Saturday and Sunday we canceled due to weather.
And so it goes on…pick your day, hopefully with decent weather and with hungry cooperating fish. Dress appropriately and let’s get it done.
Heather reports that as usual, we’ll be sailing out of Stonington for these trips. Reservations are required and can be made online on our website. We are also looking forward to the Hartford Boat Show next weekend. Stop by and see Capt. Greg, the crew, and the great white shark. We look forward to seeing everyone soon!