The Benmar Fishing Report

We had several more good blackfishing runs during the last two weeks but all good things must come to a close eventually.  Capt. George and his crew wish to thank all the Benmar anglers who helped make the 2009 fishing season so enjoyable.  The Benmar will be going up on the blocks very soon and will get a thorough maintenance treatment before her winter rest.  The 2010 season begins in May and we will be ready to take old and new friends for a great day on the water!  Please enjoy a safe and happy holiday season!

It was a beautiful day on the water with light winds and sunny skies.  The blackfish are still cooperating as our three anglers limited out by noon with fish up to 8 pounds.  Our traps are still catching plenty of crabs which means the water hasn’t cooled down too much.  The blackfish will stay around as long as there is plenty for them to eat!  It is not uncommon to make nice catches of jumbo tog right up till Christmas but we will probably haul the boat around Turkey day so we don’t have to do the winterizing work in the middle of a snowstorm!