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The Captain
Captain Preston Lightsey is a US Coast Guard Master Licensed Captain who has been fishing the waters of the Hudson River, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Great Lakes for over 30 years. When fishing with Captain Lightsey you will have a hands on learning experience. He will show you how to rig for striped bass, catch live bait on herring rigs, and live line bait for trophy stripers. He will also show you how to catch shad on ultra light tackle. |  |
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The Vessel
The boat is docked at Coeymans Landing Marina. The vessel is a 20 foot center console outfitted specifically for striper fishing. All tackle is supplied but if you have a favorite rod and reel you are welcome to bring it along. A standard trip is about 5 to 6 hours in length. The boat leaves the dock at 6 AM and returns around noon. However hours are flexible upon request additional time is $75.00 per hour. |
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The Fishing
Some of the methods used to catch trophy stripers include trolling, drifting, chunking, or still fishing with live bait. The freshwater limit on striped bass is one fish of 18 inches or more in length so catch and release is recommended until a monster striper is boated. At this time we can't guarantee fish, but we will make every effort to show you a fantastic and memorable trip on the mighty Hudson River. A New York Fishing License plus a New York Migratory Fishing License will now be required when fishing for striped bass on the Hudson River. It is your responsibility to have the proper licenses before sailing. They are not available at the Marina. Please call if you need more details on this new change in the fishing regulations. |
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The first week of May is usually when the prime fishing takes place. The season starts in early April and ends in June. The main factors that control the upstream migration of the striped bass are the water temperature and water clarity. The portion of the Hudson River that we fish is about 10 miles south of Albany. Trips can be customized to meet special requirements. A non-refundable deposit of $150.00 is required. If the trip is cancelled due to bad weather your deposit will be refunded or your trip can be rescheduled for another day. |
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Half Day 5 Hours |
$ 300.00 |
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$ 400.00 |
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| Trip Check List |
 Soft Soled Rubber Shoes
Rain Gear
Hat and Gloves
Sunglasses
Motion Sickness Medication
Two Fishing Licenses
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Sunscreen
Camera
Jacket or Sweatshirt
Lunch and Beverages
Large Cooler for your Catch
Extra Warm Clothes
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| We're Easy To Get To |
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From the South: Thruway (I-87) Exit 21B, Coxsackie. turn right onto Rt. 9-W North. Go 2.3 miles, turn right onto Rt. 144. Stay on Rt. 144 for 4.0 miles. Just past the Coeymans Fire House turn right on Westerlo St. and from there you will be able to see the Marina.
From the North: Thruway (I-87) Exit 22 Selkirk. Turn right onto Rt. 144 South. Go 4.5 miles into the hamlet of Coeymans. Turn left on Westerlo St. and from there you will be able to see the Marina. From the East: I-90 West towards Thruway. Do not exit at B-1. Go straight until you cross the bridge, bear right heading north towards Albany/Buffalo. Then go 1 mile to Exit 22 Selkirk. Turn right onto Rt. 144 South. Go 4.5 miles into the hamlet of Coeymans. Turn left on Westerlo St. and from there you will be able to see the Marina |