• Tidal Report, Cod Limits, and Striper Action - Your Maine Fishing Forecast for January 30, 2025

  • Jan 30 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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Tidal Report, Cod Limits, and Striper Action - Your Maine Fishing Forecast for January 30, 2025

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  • Hello there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, your go-to expert for all things fishing in and around the Atlantic Ocean, particularly in the beautiful state of Maine. Today, January 30, 2025, promises to be an interesting day for those of us eager to cast our lines.

    First off, let's take a look at the tidal report for Fort Popham, Kennebec River, which is a good indicator for the coastal waters of Maine. According to the tide times, we have a low tide at 5:09 AM and another at 5:45 PM, with high tides at 11:28 AM. These tidal shifts can significantly impact fish activity, especially for species like striped bass and cod, which tend to be more active during the changing tides.

    The weather today is quite chilly, typical for this time of year, with sunrise at 6:57 AM and sunset at 4:47 PM. The cold weather might make the fish a bit sluggish, but that doesn't mean they're not biting. In fact, this time of year can be excellent for catching cod and haddock, especially with the new recreational measures set by NOAA Fisheries.

    Speaking of which, NOAA Fisheries has recently updated the recreational fishing measures for Gulf of Maine cod and haddock. For cod, the minimum size has been increased to 23 inches, and for haddock, it's now 18 inches with a possession limit of 15 fish per person for private anglers. These changes are in effect from July 24, 2024, through April 30, 2025, and will help ensure sustainable fishing practices.

    Now, let's talk about the fish activity. Recently, there has been good action along the southern Maine coast, particularly for striped bass. Places like Camp Ellis, Ferry Beach, and Higgins Beach have been hot spots, with anglers catching some impressive stripers. For cod and haddock, areas around the Gulf of Maine have been productive, especially near the rocky structures and reefs.

    When it comes to lures and bait, artificial lures can be very effective, especially for striped bass. Soft plastic baits, jigs, and spoons are great choices. For cod and haddock, live or cut bait such as clams, mackerel, or herring can be very enticing. However, if you prefer artificial lures, metal jigs and cod jigs with a curly tail can mimic the natural prey these fish are looking for.

    If you're looking for some specific hot spots, I highly recommend checking out the Kennebunk River and the adjacent beaches. The area just inside the breakwater of the Kennebunk River is a great spot for casting lures or trolling a tube and worm. Another excellent spot is Higgins Beach, which is known for its big fish action, especially with live eels or bunker.

    In summary, today's fishing in Maine's Atlantic waters looks promising, especially with the right knowledge of tides, fish activity, and the best lures and bait to use. Stay warm, stay patient, and you might just land yourself a beauty. Tight lines, everyone
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