Guys,
For the record… Tautog feed all year long… and if you plan to fish it during summer time. Fish cool waters along rocky dropoffs (preferably inlets, rips, holes) around moving waters! In fact, I have several summer spots where they will bite their heads off! Again, don’t start with whole green crab - use small pieces until you find them. If there are big ones around (you’ll know) use a whole crab… but crack their shell to let out the juice flow (as chum).
Note: Be patience with them… When they hit your bait (tap – tap) – give it time and give a little slack (and they will chew harder) and when they start tugging… That’s the time to give it all you’ve got and cross their eyes.
The truth of the matter is… I am an avid tautog hunter. I used to target tautog all summer long (for the past 30 years)… but the recent two years – They imposed severe restrictions and closed the summer season. New York’s season is closed until Oct. 1st.
You guys are fortunate to have a summer tautog fishery… So take advantage of it. These fish are feisty and they will test your patience and skill.
Also – If you could get the Offshore Magazine (May 2001 Issue – Title: A Forlorn Fish) – I’ve disclosed 4 pages on Tautog tactics from behavior, timing, Choosing a Spot, How to Hook’em and tackle.
“Crazy” Alberto
NonStopFisher@Optonline.net
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