Welcome to the "Bay Rats and Buoys" Podcast - Hosted by Captain Gaige. Tune in weekly to this captivating and authentic series where local captains and salty fishermen gather to share their life and passion for the sea. This unscripted podcast dives deep into the daily lives of those who take to the water for work and pleasure, offering listeners an insider's view of the maritime lifestyle. Hear about the challenges and triumphs faced by mariners in all kinds of conditions plus their untold ...
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Montauk Canyon Challenge Special Tournament Episode 40
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30:46Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 40 – Montauk Canyon Challenge Special! Welcome to a special edition of Bay Rats and Buoys filmed on location at the legendary Montauk Yacht Club during the Montauk Canyon Challenge — one of the biggest tuna tournaments on the East Coast! With 85 boats entered and over $1 million in Calcutta prize money on the line, this t…
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Live Lining Spot to Land Some Slots - Summertime Striped Bass Fishing
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38:42Captain’s Weekly Fishing Report – Mid-July Update! The summer heat is here and the water temps are cranking — 81° in the harbor and 76° out in the Long Island Sound! While the striped bass bite has slowed down a bit, live-lining bunker continues to produce the best results. Bunker pods have been showing nicely on the surface this week, giving us so…
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Striped Bass in July See What Technique is Crushing it!
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36:49Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast – Episode 38 “Striped Bass Still Chewing in July!” In Episode 38 of Bay Rats & Buoys, the striped bass bite is still red hot—and yes, it’s July! Despite rising water temps just shy of 73°, we’re still hammering quality bass daily. In this episode, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory break down the one technique that’s absolut…
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Tag, Release, Repeat! 65 Striped Bass Tagged at Our First Annual Tournament
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34:24This past weekend marked the incredible launch of the Bay Rats & Buoys First Annual Striped Bass Invitational, and what a weekend it was! Over 65 striped bass were tagged and released with Gray's FishTag Research to support conservation and scientific tracking of this iconic species. The excitement began Saturday morning at the Captains Meeting hos…
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Striped Bass "Rain Blitz of 2025" Best Fishing
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37:44Bay Rats & Buoys Ep. 35: Rain Blitz of 2025! Jurassic Park on the Long Island Sound — monster striped bass up to 45 inches blowing up live bait! Capt. Gaige & Kory break down the red-hot bite, from flutter spoons to topwater, trolling, and more. Rain didn’t stop us — it delivered! Shoutout to Matt & Joe from Mt. Sinai for joining the action. Book y…
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Bluefish Invasion and Live Bait This Weeks Top Choice for Bass
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40:38In this week’s action-packed episode of Bay Rats and Buoys, the bluefish have officially invaded the North Shore! These toothy torpedoes are pushing massive schools of bait into the back bays and lighting up the surface with explosive topwater strikes. It’s a thrilling time to be on the water, with birds working hard and both bass and blues feeding…
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Topwater Explosions, Fluke Frenzy & Big Blues Crushing Bait! Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 33
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49:42Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 33 Topwater Explosions, Fluke Frenzy & Big Blues Crushing Bait! This week on Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 33 we’re podcasting from the boat in Huntington Harbor as the topwater bite goes nuclear and bluefish finally show up in our area! Striped bass were blowing up spooks and Super Strikes with ferocity, inc…
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Fog Produced Best Topwater Striped Bass Action This Season Episode 32
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42:50Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 32: Foggy Mornings, Topwater Blowups & Striped Bass Tagging In this week’s Episode 32 of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige is back on the boat diving into a fog-filled stretch that turned into some of the best topwater striped bass action we’ve seen all season! With two straight days of thick morning fog, …
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What We Are Using to Catch Big Striped Bass - VHF Ch. 16 Tips and Mooring Advice | Episode 31
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37:57Welcome to Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 31! In this action-packed episode, Captain Gaige shares what we’re using right now to catch big striped bass in the Long Island Sound. From live bait tips to top-producing lures like Doc Spooks, white mini mojos, and trolling rigs, we break down the tackle, techniques, and tides that are working best for catchi…
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Lights-Out Bass Bite & Changing Conditions | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 30
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38:43Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast | Season 2, Episode 30: Lights-Out Bass Bite & Changing Conditions In this week’s episode of Bay Rats & Buoys Season 2, we’re podcasting straight from the boat in Huntington Harbor as the striped bass fishing action heats up! For four straight days, the bite was absolutely lights out, with bass crushing everything we threw …
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Striped Bass Bite is Red Hot This Week The striped bass bite is absolutely red hot this week in Huntington, NY! Join Captain Gaige and Kory as they land dozens of fat 39” inch striped bass along with dozens of slots and overs. Watch as Dylan and Shelly crush the under-slot and slot fish on flutter spoons and trolling setups, and Kenny puts on a cli…
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Spring Striped Bass Fishing is Heating Up! | Bay Rats & Buoys Season 2 Ep. 28
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40:30Spring Striped Bass Fishing is Heating Up! | Bay Rats & Buoys Season 2 Ep. 28 In this episode of Bay Rats and Buoys, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory are back on the water chasing springtime striped bass across the back bays and beyond! After a quick fix from Keith at Yamaha in Britannia Yachting Center (the best in the biz!), we hit Huntington Ha…
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Springtime Stripers How We Caught Them This Week
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43:08Season 2 of the Bay Rats & Buoys podcast kicks off as Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory hit the water to dial in springtime striped bass! If you’re fishing for striped bass this spring, especially in the back bays, this is the video for you. We launched on Monday and spent the day chasing slot-sized striped bass using our favorite spring striped ba…
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Striped Bass Season is Finally Here! | Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 26 | Saltwater Fishing Podcast
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38:22Striped 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, C…
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Wanna Catch Spring Stripers? Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 25
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41:45Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 25 – Striped Bass Are Here & Our First Annual Invitational Is On! In this week’s episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory are back with big news and even bigger plans as we roll into the 2025 season! The first striped bass of the year has been officially landed — shoutout to Charles, who kicked thi…
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Long Island’s Hottest New Striped Bass Fishing Tournament Episode 24
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37:04Long Island’s Hottest New Striped Bass Fishing Tournament | Bay Rats & Buoys 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational Calling all anglers, fishermen, and boating enthusiasts this is the striped bass fishing event you’ve been waiting for. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, the waters of Huntington Bay, New York will ignite with the energy of the Bay Rats & Buoys…
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Bay Rats & Buoys Announces First Annual Striped Bass Invitational – Episode 23
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29:55Bay Rats & Buoys Announces First Annual Striped Bass Invitational – Episode 23 | Fishing Podcast Attention all anglers, captains, and tournament fishermen! Captain Gaige is thrilled to announce the First Annual Striped Bass Invitational—the hottest new striped bass fishing tournament on Long Island! Mark your calendars for June 22, 2025, and regist…
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Breaking News Mark Your Calendar It's Official Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 22
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29:24BREAKING NEWS: Bay Rats & Buoys 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational! Mark your calendars—it’s official! Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 22 is packed with exciting news for all fishing and boating enthusiasts. Captain Gaige is making a huge announcement about our 1st Annual Striped Bass Invitational happening Sunday, June 22, 2025! If you’re a striped bas…
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Who Else is Prepping Their Boat and Gear Now? | Just 40 Days Until Striped Bass Opening Day
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30:20Who Else is Prepping Their Boat and Gear Now? | Just 40 Days Until Striped Bass Opening Day | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 21 The countdown is on—just 40 days until striped bass season opens on April 15! If you’re as fired up as we are to hit the water, this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys is for you. We’re talking all things boat prep, gear setup, and…
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How We Catch Striped Bass Springtime Tips and Advice | Episode 20
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27:05Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 20 | 47 Days to Striped Bass Season + Ward Melville HS Fishing Expo! We’re officially 47 days away from the opening of striped bass season on April 15th, and this week’s Bay Rats & Buoys podcast is packed with fishing talk, upcoming events, and must-have gear! Join us this Saturday, March 1st, at the Ward Melville High …
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Biggest Fishing Show Just 9 Days Away | How I Support Local Businesses | Bay Rats & Buoys Ep. 19
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33:13Biggest Fishing Show Just 9 Days Away | How I Support Local Businesses | Bay Rats & Buoys Ep. 19 The Ward Melville HS Fishing Show & Fundraiser is just 9 days away on March 1, 2025, and we’re gearing up for an incredible event! In this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige shares how we support local fishing businesses, network with fellow ang…
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How We Prepare for Springtime Fishing Now | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 18
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46:05How We Prepare for Springtime Fishing Now | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Ep. 18 Spring fishing season is right around the corner, and we're gearing up NOW to make sure we're ready to hit the water on April 15, 2025, for striped bass opening day! In this episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige dives into spring fishing preparation, covering everythin…
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We will be Podcasting Live from the Biggest Fishing Show in New York
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19:57New York’s Biggest Fishing Club Expo & Fundraiser – March 1, 2025 | Ward Melville H.S. Fishing Club Show Expo & Fundraiser! If you love fishing shows, buying new and used fishing gear, and supporting the next generation of anglers, you don’t want to miss the Ward Melville High School Fishing Club Expo & Fundraiser on March 1, 2025! This is the larg…
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How to get a Captain's License | Nautical School Owner Explains New Boating Law
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33:15Thinking about getting your Captain’s License? Need a captain’s license renewal or upgrade? Whether you’re looking to captain a charter boat, ferry, towboat, powerboat, or sailboat, this video is your complete guide! Recorded live at the NY Boat Show at the Javits Center, we sit down with Capt. Michael Vanadia, owner of Nautical School, to break do…
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Brooklyn Boat Works Flagship Boatbuilding Program Interview with Maggie at the NY Boat Show 2025
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7:28Welcome to the 2025 NY Boat Show at the iconic Javits Center in NYC! In this exclusive video, we dive deep into the Brooklyn Boat Works Flagship Boatbuilding Program, a groundbreaking initiative bringing boatbuilding education to schools. Join us for an inspiring interview with program leaders as they discuss the art of crafting sailboats, empoweri…
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2025 NY Boat Show | What's Trending Now Matthew Broderick Exclusive Interview
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31:162025 NY Boat Show | What's Trending Now with Fisherman Magazine Editor Matthew Broderick Exclusive Interview. https://sandcitycharter.com/podcast/By Captain Gaige
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Breaking Industry News | Preparing to Podcast Live from NY Boat Show
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28:54Breaking Industry News | Podcasting Live from NY Boat Show Welcome to an exclusive episode 16 of Bay Rats & Buoys! In this video, we bring you breaking industry news for all boaters! If you’re a boating enthusiast, boat owner, or someone attending this year’s NY Boat Show, this episode is a must-watch! Join us as we dive deep into the latest update…
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Shark Week 2025 | How I Caught 53 Sharks | Stingray Attack Drone Fishing
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48:46Shark Week 2025 | How I Caught 53 Sharks | Stingray Attack Drone Fishing Welcome to Shark Week 2025! In this thrilling shark fishing adventure, I take you through an unforgettable day where I successfully caught 53 sharks using expert fishing techniques, the latest in drone fishing, and unbeatable shark bait strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned an…
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2025 Boat Technology | Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast Episode 14
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46:132025 Boat Technology | Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast Episode 14 Welcome to Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast Episode 14—your go-to fishing and boating podcast! In this episode, Captain Gaige kicks off 2025 with exciting news and a deep dive into cutting-edge boat technology that’s revolutionizing the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned angler, aspiring boat …
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Chef Rob Reveals Secret Fishing Technique - Podcast Episode 13, 2024 Finale
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56:44Chef Rob Reveals Secret Fishing Technique - 2024 Podcast Finale Dive into the thrilling finale of Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 13, where Chef Rob shares his secret fishing techniques that helped him land a 7.5lb blackfish (tog) using whole green crabs. Packed with saltwater fishing tips, spearfishing adventures, and epic catches, this podcast episode i…
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Fishing During The Holidays | Bay Rats & Buoys Podcast Episode 12
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46:26Welcome to Episode 12 of Bay Rats & Buoys, the ultimate fishing and boating podcast! In this holiday-themed episode, we dive deep into fishing during the holidays, exploring how anglers, boaters, and captains can make the most of the season. Whether you’re an experienced fisherman, a weekend angler, or someone learning to fish, this episode is pack…
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Fishing and Boating Podcast | Life Saving Boating Apps You Need
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30:53In Episode 11 of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige breaks down the top 3 must-have boating apps that every angler and boater should download today. These tools are essential for finding fish, navigating stormy weather, detecting lightning, and staying safe when the skies turn unpredictable. Plus, learn about two bonus websites for accurate weather da…
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Captain's 2024 Trophy Fish & Game Changing Equipment Revealed
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50:24In Episode 10 of Bay Rats & Buoys, Captain Gaige and First Mate Kory take you on a wild ride through their epic 2024 fishing season. From chasing trophy striped bass on topwater lures to battling sharks and stingrays during surfcasting adventures along the South Shore, this episode is packed with unforgettable stories. Discover how this dynamic duo…
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Bay Rats and Buoys Episode 9 :How We Target Trophy Striped Bass : Teaching Kids New Fishing Techniques
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50:50In this action-packed episode of Bay Rats & Buoys, we hit the water with purpose, fishing hard until the final bell of the Long Island Sound’s Tog Season on December 9. Join us aboard Sand City Charter as we dive deep into our approach to targeting big striped bass, sharing advanced techniques that helped us land some trophy fish. You’ll also hear …
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Bird Blitzes, Drone & GoPro Thrills, Tog Under The Dock & Striped Bass Action
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33:04Bay Rats & Buoys Episode 8: Biggest Striped Bass Frenzy of The Year Recorded from the dock in Huntington Harbor on the North Shore of Long Island, this week’s episode of Bay Rats & Buoys captures late November fishing action like no other. With air temps at 55° and water temps ranging from 53° to 56°, Captain Gaige shares the thrill of working big …
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Fall Run Fever : Staying Safe and Warm on the Water
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37:02Join Captain Gaige on a brisk adventure recorded on the water in Huntington Harbor! In this episode, we’re giving back to our subscribers with exclusive Bay Rats & Buoys merchandise—starting with FREE stickers for those who reach out! Captain Gaige shares crucial advice on preparing for cold-weather fishing, from chasing striped bass under birds to…
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Episode 6: New Merch, Plus Striped Bass Tips & Spearfishing For The First Time
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39:00These Podcast are also available in video format at https://sandcitycharter.com/podcast/ on our You Tube channel Join Captain Gaige as he unveils our exciting new Bay Rats & Buoys merchandise now available for our fans! This week, we dive into which lures are reeling in the biggest striped bass across our local waters, so you can elevate your catch…
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Episode 5 : Halloween on the Harbor - Shark Tagging & Unbelievable Fishing Action.
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32:12Join Captain Gaige live on the water in Huntington Harbor, Long Island, as we close out October with an unexpected 76° Halloween! In this episode, Captain Gaige dives into the incredible fishing frenzy we’ve seen the past few days, with back bays full of bait and non-stop action. Hear behind-the-scenes stories from an epic summer of tagging 53 shar…
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Episode 4: Tales from the Deep with Capt. Jacob Feibusch
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30:23Episode 4: Tales from the Deep with Capt. Jacob Feibusch In this week’s episode, we welcome Capt. Jacob Feibusch from the Davy Jones Shellfish Company! A jack of all trades, Jacob is an avid free diver, local spear fisherman, oyster farmer, Harbor Master, and Army reservist, working seven days a week on the water. Tune in as he shares thrilling sto…
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Fall Fishing & Boating Tips for The Striped Bass and Blackfish
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28:10Bay Rats & Buoys - Episode 3: Fall Fishing and Boating Tips with Captain Gaige In this episode, Captain Gaige dives into essential boating tips for the fall as air and water temperatures drop, making it one of the best times of the year to reel in striped bass. As these prized fish hunt and gorge on mullet, bunker, mackerel, and squid during their …
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The Fall Run Begins - Winds, Mullet Madness & Hurricane Helene's Aftermath
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25:29In this episode of *Bay Rats & Buoys*, Captain Gaige returns to thank all the listeners for the incredible support and comments as we continue to roll out this exciting new podcast. Our hearts go out to the communities down south grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Up here, boat traffic has slowed considerably after three relentless w…
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It's the first day of Fall so what better day to release our first official audio and video version of Bay Rats and Buoys. The autumnal equinox is scheduled to arrive today Sunday, Sept. 22 at 8:44 a.m. ET, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The equinox arrives at the same moment worldwide. We are excited to get this boating and fishing podcast…
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Welcome to the Bay Rats and Buoys Podcast - Hosted by Captain Gaige. Tune in weekly to this captivating and authentic series where local captains and salty fishermen gather to share their life and passion for the sea. This unscripted podcast dives deep into the daily lives of those who take to the water for work and pleasure, offering listeners an …
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This episode is a quick introduction podcast so listeners get a preview of what to expect each week on Bay Rats and Buoys. Your host Captain Gaige explains his passion for boating and fishing plus explains why he is on the water 7 days a week and how this podcast was created. This unscripted podcast dives deep into the daily lives of those who take…
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