Striped Bass Season is Finally Here! | Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 26 | Saltwater Fishing Podcast

Welcome to Episode 26 of Bay Rats & Buoys – the ultimate striped bass fishing podcast for saltwater anglers, charter captains, and hardcore fishermen!

Striped bass season is officially back, and we’re fired up to kick things off! In this week’s episode, Captain Gaige shares what to use this spring to target migrating striped bass, plus essential early-season boating tips. Whether you’re surfcasting, trolling, jigging, or using live bait, this saltwater fishing podcast delivers everything you need to know to catch striped bass this spring.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re proud to welcome J & M Seafood of East Northport as the Grand Prize Sponsor for our 1st Annual Bay Rats & Buoys Striped Bass Invitational on Sunday, June 22, 2025! Thank you, Matt, for supporting the saltwater fishing community.

With only 5 days left until launch, we’re cleaning, tuning, and prepping the boat for a season of chasing striped bass along the coast. Don’t forget – cold water temps are still dangerous, so Captain Gaige reminds all boaters to practice safety. Now’s also the perfect time to update your fishing and navigation apps before launching at the marina.

Topics Covered:

• How to catch striped bass in spring

• Striped bass fishing gear & techniques

• Saltwater fishing tips for cold water

• Spring boating safety and tech prep

• Upcoming striped bass tournament info

Subscribe now for weekly episodes on striped bass fishing, saltwater tactics, and boating life. Tight lines and see you in Season 2—coming straight from the boat!

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