Newport Ri 2011 Squid Season

[KingSquidWithTheBiggest...]

is it too early to start the new thread for the up coming year??................. god i can't wait for winter to be over already so i can fish...





i guess winters are extra long if you dont ski or snowboard...

[glen]

Never too early! <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/xyxthumbs.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':th' />

[thesquidareattacking]

Winter is great b/c that means it's ICE FISHING season!



Can't wait for squid season though. Always a good time.

[ahgigi]

Does any one know if a saltwater fishing license is needed to fish for squid in RI his year? I live in Mass and I was told that if I have a Mass saltwater fishing license this year I will be covered to fish in RI and NH.

[KingSquidWithTheBiggest...]

as of right now, January 10, 2011 6:45pm east coast time you DO NOT need a license to fish for squid in RI. that however could change with the DEM as we get closer to the spring

[ejburbank]

[quote name='ahgigi' timestamp='1294692367' post='21381']

Does any one know if a saltwater fishing license is needed to fish for squid in RI his year? I live in Mass and I was told that if I have a Mass saltwater fishing license this year I will be covered to fish in RI and NH.

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As of right now, RI will be accepting recreational salt water licenses from MA, CT and NY.

You can get the regulation information from the following site:



http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bpoladm/m...ishing.htm



Click on "Online Recreatinoal Saltwater Fishing Licenses" and then click on "read the Requirements" to get all teh info.

[ahgigi]

[quote name='ejburbank' timestamp='1294760807' post='21392']

As of right now, RI will be accepting recreational salt water licenses from MA, CT and NY.

You can get the regulation information from the following site:



http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/bpoladm/m...ishing.htm



Click on "Online Recreatinoal Saltwater Fishing Licenses" and then click on "read the Requirements" to get all teh info.

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Thanks a lot for the info!

[Acslata]

[quote name='thesquidareattacking' timestamp='1294444723' post='21359']

Winter is great b/c that means it's ICE FISHING season!





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I cant wait for spring...Fish, squid, the revamped sox...hell, I just miss mowing & weed wacking the lawn.



I'm thinking of ice fishing myself. Bought some ice fishing gear a couple yrs ago but never got around to actually going.

Do you target larger lakes or small/med sz ponds?

[ejburbank]

I have fished GI Bridge and Fort Wetherill. Both with some success. GI Bridge is great but often too crowded. Any other places anyone can suggest?

[thesquidareattacking]

[quote name='Mr. Brian' timestamp='1295727319' post='21468']

I cant wait for spring...Fish, squid, the revamped sox...hell, I just miss mowing & weed wacking the lawn.



I'm thinking of ice fishing myself. Bought some ice fishing gear a couple yrs ago but never got around to actually going.

Do you target larger lakes or small/med sz ponds?

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Hey Mr. Brian,



I generally fish locally in eastern mass as it's more convenient. That means i'm primarily targeting smaller and medium size ponds. I do make a few trips out to the Berkshires every year as they have some amazing ice fishing. It's where I learned to ice fish actually. Caught a bronze pin pickerel out there last January. Hope to catch another one this year!



I'm completely addicted to ice fishing. I fish freshwater all year round but once i picked up ice fishing I realized it was probably the most productive fishing I do. It's when I catch the most and the biggest fish consistently all year. I'm happy to answer any other questions you may have regarding ice fishing.

[CABAND31]

I am dying to get out and do some squidding!!! <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/images2.jpg' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='q:' /> <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/fishing.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':rod:' />

[haduch]

[quote name='ahgigi' timestamp='1294893121' post='21410']

Thanks a lot for the info!

[/quote]

According to the current regs, you do NOTneed a saltwater license to fish for squid in Rhode Island:



Anyone who is recreationally fishing for shellfish, lobsters, crabs, or squid, does not need a recreational fishing license (or a federal registration). However, a separate RI recreational lobster license is needed to take lobsters, and for non-residents, a separate recreational shellfish license is needed to take shellfish. Additionally, non-residents may not harvest blue crabs.

[TravisS]

I am ready!!!!!!

[CABAND31]

I have a 15 year old fiberglass bass boat that I was thinking about using for squid fishing. I would like to hear the pros and cons of doing this. I am not worried about getting squid ink on the boat or carpet. Have any of you guys fished the ocean from a bass boat??

[TravisS]

[quote name='RESCUE17' timestamp='1299274916' post='21680']

I have a 15 year old fiberglass bass boat that I was thinking about using for squid fishing. I would like to hear the pros and cons of doing this. I am not worried about getting squid ink on the boat or carpet. Have any of you guys fished the ocean from a bass boat??

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That would work great...just depends where you plan on going. I wouldn't head out at night to fish the Vineyard Sound in that rig, but anchoring up inside a harbor with good weather and you would be fine. It all depends on where and when you want to go. Too many factors keep it from a simple answer...If you have any doubts, don't go.

[CABAND31]

[quote name='TravisS' timestamp='1299517758' post='21693']

That would work great...just depends where you plan on going. I wouldn't head out at night to fish the Vineyard Sound in that rig, but anchoring up inside a harbor with good weather and you would be fine. It all depends on where and when you want to go. Too many factors keep it from a simple answer...If you have any doubts, don't go.

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I would only fish around the GI area on a calm evening. Nothing crazy. Just trying to get away from the crowded bridge.

[Tatonka]

I'm so ready to start my 2011 saltwater season. Went to the ne fish show last weekend and geared up. Found some decent pink jigs for a $1 a piece. Planning my first trek April. Can't wait to see old faces. <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

[AT Grimaldi]

[quote name='RESCUE17' timestamp='1299518697' post='21694']

I would only fish around the GI area on a calm evening. Nothing crazy. Just trying to get away from the crowded bridge.

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Tatonka, I bought some of those very same jigs! The were the right color, not too big and for a buck each? What isn't to get? <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />



I just finished mounting the 2000 watt lights to the outriggers for the boat.



Here we gooooooooo



- ATG

[ejburbank]

[quote name='AT Grimaldi' timestamp='1300293136' post='21742']

Tatonka, I bought some of those very same jigs! The were the right color, not too big and for a buck each? What isn't to get? <img src='http://www.squidfish.net/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />



I just finished mounting the 2000 watt lights to the outriggers for the boat.



Here we gooooooooo



- ATG

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I missed the show. I assume those were show prices. Do you know if the company was local or if they sell on-line?

[KingSquidWithTheBiggest...]

decent show this year, stocked up on some new tuna and shark gear.



i did pick up a couple decent jigs for $2.50,..... no $1 jigs but its cool, wish i came across those though. I dont recall the name of the company/store i picked mine up from though