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Originally Posted by Fish On
Hello all! Been a while for me for saltwater fishing, but still love reading the great posts from all the anglers here!
I'm tagging along with my son and his BS troop on a 3 night camping trip to the Block. Been telling him stories about MV and the Block and some of the guys that have caught 50+ fish from shore. So he asked me to help him and some other scouts get their fishing merit badges. Should be fun!
Just bought a copy of Surfcasting Around the Block by Dennis Zambrotta from Doug at The Surfcaster. Can't wait for it to arrive. Among other prep work I'm trying to pick a well-known, easy-access spot (no secret spots) where 8 to 10 scouts might have a chance to catch a fish from shore. Would love a recommendation or two. We are staying at the Camp Sandsland by the airport, but have vehicles.
Also looking for a place that rents surfcasting setups. Doug said most placed have stopped renting due to damage (sand) being so common. Anyone know of a place that rents on island or coming north on I 95?
Given this is the Block and the standard lottery rules include a fishing house on The Block, count me in for 3 tickets if you run the pool for tomorrow night. One of these days this site is gonna win! Feeling lucky! Maybe this is the draw~!
Be well all!
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Hi,
If I remember correctly the Boy Scout camping area was always in the adjacent area to the New Harbor channel. If it still is you'll have two places (channel and Charlestown Beach) that are very convenient to fish, albeit you'll likely be sharing it with seals nowadays but that could also be interesting for the scouts. For gear you might want to contact BIMI (Block Island Maritime Institute) in New Harbor. They have youth education programs and may also have some gear they can loan you - google it or call (401) 500-3501. Good luck.
DZ