85. Hudson River Stripers and Cape Cod Squid

85. Hudson River Stripers and Cape Cod Squid

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May 28, 2026 · 1h 5m

About this episode

The episode discusses a fishing trip to the Hudson River, focusing on striped bass and squid fishing techniques.

OTW's Matt Haeffner and Nick Cancelliere recount a recent trip to the Hudson River with Captain Chris Oliver of Keepin' It Reel Sportfishing. Topics discussed: glidebait ambassadors, modern seaworm tactics, and the ethics of river striper fishing. First, Jimmy Fee, Matt Haeffner, and Johnny McIntyre pops in, covered in squid ink, to discuss calamari recipes, sea sickness, and the difference between squid and "Matt Haeffner Squid." Book a trip with Keepin' It Reel Sportfishing: https://www.keepinitreelsportfishing.com/ Sponsored By: HUK Gear: ⁠www.huk.com⁠⁠ Raymarine: ⁠https://www.raymarine.com/en-us⁠ Helen H: ⁠https://helen-h.com/ Pro Cure Baits: ⁠https://www.pro-cure.com/⁠ (USE CODE OTWP26 for 20% OFF) Buzzards Bay Yacht Sales: https://www.buzzardsbayyacht.com/ Striper Cup: www.StriperCup.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Haeffner, Nick Cancelliere

Guest: Captain Chris Oliver

Topics covered

  • Hudson River
  • striped bass fishing
  • squid fishing
  • calamari recipes
  • sea sickness
  • fishing ethics

Keywords

  • Hudson River
  • stripers
  • squid
  • fishing techniques
  • calamari recipes
  • sea sickness
  • fishing ethics

Sponsors

HUK Gear, Raymarine, Helen H, Pro Cure Baits, Buzzards Bay Yacht Sales, Striper Cup

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Keepin' It Reel Sportfishing, Striper Cup

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