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Stay updated with the latest fishing adventures, tips, and stories from the crew at Celtic Quest. Explore our recent trips, discover insider tips, and get inspired for your next fishing charter with us!

Long Island Fishing Report – Friday ~ May 15th, 2026

Fishing Report – May 16, 2026 Jamesport Had a strong start in the morning but as the tide eased so did the bite. We also had a beautiful oversized striped bass which was safely released.

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Long Island Fishing Report – Tuesday ~ May 12th, 2026

Fishing Report – May 13, 2026 Jamesport Some pictures of today’s trip! Looked like they were going to chew good on a couple of drops, then would settle in to a pick. A bit of an improvement from the weekend, but not the results we’ve been waiting for yet. Still sent everyone home with a few dinners worth!

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Long Island Fishing Report – Sunday ~ May 10th, 2026

Fishing Report – May 11, 2026 Port Jefferson Just a slow pick of shorts with a lone keeper on our Mother’s Day trip today. Everyone stuck with it and made the best of a foggy, but flat calm day! Jamesport The porgy’s made us work today as it was a soft bite. Not as many as we hoped for but we sent everyone home with fresh fish for Mother’s Day dinner! We are canceled tomorrow but we will be sailing

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Long Island Fishing Report – Saturday ~ May 9th, 2026

Fishing Report – May 9, 2026 Jamesport Steady action all day added up to a decent catch by days end! We also caught our first keeper weakfish of the season!🦄 We still have some room left tomorrow Sunday 5/10 if you would like to join us! …

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Woman holding trophy striped bass on Celtic Quest fishing charter, Port Jefferson

Chasing Striped Bass on Long Island Sound

There's a moment on a May morning out on the Sound — the water still glassy, the harbor quiet behind you, and then the rod doubles over and everyone on deck stops talking at once. That's striped bass fishing out of Port Jefferson, and once you've felt that first pull, it has a way of getting into your blood. We've been chasing stripers on Long Island Sound for over 25 years, and the thrill of it genuinely hasn't worn off.

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Couple holding four large fluke on Celtic Quest fishing charter, Port Jefferson

How to Choose a Fishing Charter on Long Island

If you're dreaming about a day on the water on Long Island Sound, you've already taken the best first step. Celtic Quest Fishing Fleet has been sailing out of Port Jefferson Harbor for twenty-five years, and we're proud to be among the top rated fishing charters Suffolk County NY has to offer. Whether you're new to saltwater fishing or you've been doing this your whole life, we'd love to be the crew that makes your next trip one you'll talk

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Long Island Fishing Report – Sunday ~ May 3rd, 2026

Fishing Report – May 4, 2026 Jamesport The bite was off again today. We moved around a bunch but sadly was another tough day. We are canceled tomorrow but looking forward to better fishing to come as the water temps warm up!

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Long Island Fishing Report – Saturday ~ May 2nd, 2026

Fishing Report – May 4, 2026 Jamesport Today was much different from yesterday. Very tough day. Back at it tomorrow with hopes for a better day! <iframe src=”https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fcelticquest%2Fposts%2Fpfbid0DY7ppd4ybJtLYFYBsD3BgJpJQHcu7dWYw2PbtBfbBhKNbDQt4G53hsWRQZMboQeYl&show_text=true&width=500″ width=”500″ height=”607″ style=”border:none;overflow:hidden” scrolling=”no” frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen=”true” allow=”autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share”></iframe>

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Long Island Fishing Report – Friday ~ May 1st, 2026 ~ Opening Day in Jamesport!!

Fishing Report – May 1, 2026 Jamesport More from opening day!!!! Jamesport Solid opening day today! A nice pick of quality scup around the boat sent everyone home with plenty of dinner! Back at it tomorrow!!!

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Long Island Fishing Report – Wednesday ~ April 29th, 2026

Fishing Report – April 30, 2026 GRACE is safely at her Jamesport dock and ready to fish!! We had a few cancellations for Saturday if anyone wants to grab those spots ! Look forward to seeing you all soon 🍀💫 …1.7K

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Long Island Fishing Report – Tuesday ~ April 28th, 2026

Fishing Report – April 30, 2026 Almost Here!! 🤠 🎣 Sailing open boat daily — private charters arranged.🌐 Check our schedule at www.celticquestfishing.com …

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Why Fish in Port Jefferson? The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Long Island Sound’s Premier Spot

Why Fish in Port Jefferson? The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Long Island Sound’s Premier Spot

What if you could trade those stomach-churning Atlantic swells and a four-hour round trip to the Hamptons for a calm, successful day on the water?…

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Long Island Fishing Report – Saturday ~ April 25th, 2026

Fishing Report – April 28, 2026 Mother’s Day Special! All moms fish for free on our fluke trip on Mother’s Day. ! You can make your reservations and reserve your free spots on our website at celticquestfishing.com. …

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Long Island Fishing Report – Thursday ~ April 23rd, 2026

Fishing Report – April 28, 2026 Fluke starts May 8 from our Port Jefferson location!! Fluke starts May 8!!

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A Day in the Life of a Fishing Captain in Port Jefferson: What Makes a Great Charter?

A Day in the Life of a Fishing Captain in Port Jefferson: What Makes a Great Charter?

Last Saturday at 5:30 AM, while the rest of the town was still sleeping, our crew was already busy scrubbing the deck to ensure a family from nearby…

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