The Angler’s Guide to the Northeast.
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30 Years on the Water
On The Water has covered Northeast saltwater fishing for 30 years, containing articles about striped bass, fluke, tuna, and everything in between written by the anglers, guides, and biologists who know your fishery.
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What Our Readers Have to Say
30 years in print. Here’s what keeps them coming back.
Reliable, practical info for fishing my home waters.
— Mike B. from Kingston, MA
The best regional knowledge in one place.
— Eric H. from Reading, MA
Love seeing the next issue arrive—and learning something new.
— Josh B. from Greenlawn, NY
I love going back to old issues to see how the fishery has changed over the years. It makes for an excellent reference.
— Nick M. from Fairfield, CT
With the magazine, I know I’m getting real content written by real anglers who target the same fish that I do.
— Jeff C. from Long Beach, NJ
Inside Every Issue
Each edition blends seasonal strategies, gear intel, and inspiring on-the-water stories to keep you connected to the bite.
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Unique issues dedicated to iconic fisheries, in-depth tactics, and seasonal recaps.
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