Greenwich, CT – Blackfish Fishing

Captains Andy LoCascio, Rich Tenreiro, and John Marino of American Sportfishing Charters join forces and head to Greenwich, CT to fish some of the deep water wrecks in the Long Island Sound. They demonstrate how to properly anchor on the wrecks as well as what it it takes to pull big blackfish (tautog) off the wrecks.They catch dozens of blackfish, many over 5lbs and several over 9lbs.

Capt John is a frequent guest on Northeast Angling and has been fishing the western Long Island Sound for many years.  He has pioneered  a variety of blackfish (tautog) and striper techniques.

If you have questions about any of the equipment used during the show, please contact us.

Click here for our Deep Water Blackfish gear recommendations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In the video, Captains Andy LoCascio, Rich Tenreiro, and John Marino fish for blackfish in the deep water wrecks located in the western Long Island Sound near Greenwich, Connecticut. This area is known for having quality tautog populations around these wrecks.

The captains demonstrate proper anchoring techniques on the wrecks and show how to effectively pull large blackfish, some weighing over 9 pounds, off these structures. They share methods for targeting tautog in deep water and handling the powerful fish during the fight.

Capt John Marino is an experienced angler who regularly appears on Northeast Angling. He has extensive knowledge fishing the western Long Island Sound and has developed a variety of successful blackfish (tautog) and striped bass fishing techniques over the years.

The page provides a link specifically dedicated to deep water blackfish gear recommendations. This resource helps anglers select the appropriate tackle and equipment used during the show for the best chances at success targeting tautog.

The full-length show is available to watch on YouTube at the link http://youtu.be/vU4GNnZzbwg. Viewers can watch the entire episode demonstrating the fishing trip and techniques used to catch large blackfish.

Yes, the page invites viewers who have questions about any of the equipment used during the show to contact them directly for more information and assistance regarding the fishing gear.