First of all welcome to S-B! Second of all....Happy Birthday!
Sounds as if you are on the right track Patrick....read all you can and surf the net! Also, just get out with your gear and learn the spots nearest to you.....put in your time on the water and it will pay off! I am not from Brooklyn so of course I am not familiar with your area, but keep doing what you are doing and feel free to ask questions! Also a good idea might be to try and find a fishing club in your area and join! There is a wealth of information to be found in a club not to mention you might make a few fishing buddies along the way! Good luck and again....welcome!
