NEW ROCHELLE FISHING FIELD GUIDE

Hooking Trophy Striped Bass off New Rochelle with Captain Pedro

A 6-hour, Western Long Island Sound sport-fishing outing with Bluefin Sound Charters that chases seasonal giants using jigging, popping, live bait, or trolling—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

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Hooking Trophy Striped Bass off New Rochelle with Captain Pedro.

Duration

6 Hours

Location

New Rochelle

Operator

Bluefin Sound Charters

Outing Highlights

THE TARGETS

Trophy striped bass — season by season

The trip concentrates on striped bass in spring (prime time for trophy-size fish), with summer trips adding blues and fluke and fall sessions focusing on tautog (blackfish) along with stripers.

THE METHOD

Jigging and popping first — whatever works second

Captain Pedro specializes in jigging and popping for large striped bass, but the trip will employ live bait or trolling when those approaches increase the chance of hookups.

THE ETHIC

Catch-and-release encouraged; keeping and filleting available

Bluefin Sound Charters encourages catch-and-release to support the fishery, but anglers may keep legal limits and the captain will filet your catch if you choose to take fish home.

What the day feels like

What the trip actually feels like

Over six hours aboard a Western Long Island Sound-based sportfishing boat, anglers work water known for large stripers using active techniques—expect hands-on jigging and popping, fast adjustments to bait or trolling when fish are spread out, and guided attention from Captain Pedro throughout the outing.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this outing suits — and who should think twice.

Experienced anglersIdeal for anglers who want to chase trophy striped bass using active techniques such as jigging and popping under an experienced guide.

Families and younger anglersThe operator notes the trip is open to all ages, making it a viable option for families with children comfortable on a 6-hour boat trip.

Conservation-minded anglersA good match for anglers who prefer catch-and-release practices—the charter encourages releasing fish to support the fishery, though keeping and filleting is available.

Casual first-timersAccessible to newcomers since the captain uses a variety of methods (jigging, popping, live bait, trolling) to put anglers on fish and provides guided instruction.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This is a 6-hour trip operating from New Rochelle into Western Long Island Sound.

Techniques & what to expect

Preferred methods are jigging and popping for large striped bass; the captain will also use live bait or trolling when appropriate.

Catch policy

Catch-and-release is encouraged for conservation, but the charter will happily let you keep legal limits and will filet your catch on request.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Special Live Lining trip?

The trip lasts six hours.

Where does the charter operate from?

Bluefin Sound Charters operates out of New Rochelle into the Western Long Island Sound.

What species will we target?

Seasonally: spring focuses on trophy striped bass, summer includes striped bass, bluefish and fluke, and fall targets tautog (blackfish) alongside stripers.

Which fishing methods are used on the trip?

The captain prefers jigging and popping for large striped bass but will use live bait or trolling as needed to catch fish.

Can I keep the fish I catch?

Yes—Bluefin Sound Charters encourages catch-and-release for conservation but will allow keeping legal limits and will filet your catch if you choose.