Scales and Tales

Several reports have filtered in over the past few days regarding some very solid porgy fishing out of Port Jefferson. When the weather allows, the bite has been very strong in 18 to 30 feet of water off Cranes Neck. Just as impressive, however, has been the action with scup to 16 inches inside Port Jefferson Harbor. Set up in 12 to 18 feet of water, and chum lightly to keep the fish excited. Sandworms, clams and strips of squid have all accounted for good catches. If you are feeling sporty, you can also tempt the harbor fish on spinning gear with a three-inch, white, curly-tailed grub tipped with a thin strip of squid.