Spoon fishing for stripers has taken a hold of fishermen on the east coast. After a month of testing on striped bass north of Boston, the guys at Mouths of the Merrimack review this new lure and discuss how they have found success in implementing this deadly technique.

As mid summer approaches, the annual Greenheads invasion is on its way along the coastline of New England. Follow these simple tips to help keep the Greenheads at bay while you are enjoying your beach and boating activities.

Catching and keeping bait is the first most important checkpoint for most fishing trips. Whether you are targeting striped bass, tarpon, or tuna you want the freshest liveliest baits possible. From mackerel to pogies to pilchards, these tips will lead to better baits that live longer and will out fish lethargic baits in nearly any situation.

With gas and diesel prices reaching an all-time high, here are some ways boaters can optimize their fuel efficiency.

The Mouths of the Merrimack crew compile their list of favorite marine weather and tide apps. As charter captains, we rely on consistent, accurate information to ensure the comfort and safety of our customers, and these apps have proven most reliable throughout the years.

Spring prep is a sacred time of the year for boat owners. Here we list of our favorite products and their respective applications to ensure your boat is in tip-top shape after its spring maintenance.

Mouths of the Merrimack reviews a tremendous product that has been a long time coming. Although pricey, the Plano EDGE Terminal Tackle Tray is one of the best fishing investments we ever made.

Learn the secrets of the pros when it comes to certain situations when drifting live bait for stripers!

In the 2nd installment of “Drifting the Mouth”, we go deep into the fundamentals of drift fishing live bait for monster stripers, particularly in river inlets. This has been the most popular method of striper fishing in the Merrimack River area for years and we go over everything you need to know to have more success on your fishing trips. For our members, Part III will go over situational fishing and a whole slew of tips and tricks to help put a big striper on the deck!

Drifting the Mouth of the Merrimack 101