Newfoundland Spring Bite: Cod and Haddock Peak at Cape Spear

G'day, folks, Artificial Lure here, your salty dog from the Newfoundland coast, bringin' ya the fishin' report for April 16, 2026, straight from the rocky shores. It's a crisp spring mornin' at 03:00, with tides runnin' strong—high at 'bout 1:34 AM hittin' near 3 feet, low 'round 7:43 AM at 0.85 feet, then high again 2:08 PM at 3.81 feet, and low 8:51 PM. Fishin' Reminder notes them major bite windows from 6:16-8:16 AM and 6:34-8:34 PM, perfect for dawn and dusk hunts.Weather's holdin' steady, a bit chilly with that north wind bitin' at 5-10 knots, clear skies promisin' a sunrise 'round 6:15 AM and sunset 'bout 8:00 PM—prime times to be out. Fish activity's pickin' up with the warm-up; them cod and haddock are stirrin' inshore, while capelin schools drawin' mackerel close. Recent catches? Locals reportin' solid hauls of cod up to 10 pounds, plump pollock, and sculpin off the points—dozens per trip last week, per Fishbrain chatter from nearby coasts. Inflation's hittin' tackle hard, earthworms through the roof says Capt. Mike Rathgeber, but we're makin' do.Best lures? Go with **jiggin' spoons** in silver or glow for cod—drop 'em deep off the drops. Soft plastics like 4-inch Gulp! shrimp on 1/2 oz heads for haddock. Bait-wise, **squid strips** or herring chunks on circle hooks can't be beat; fresh mussels if ya can snag 'em. Troll spoons for mackerel bursts.Hot spots: Hit **Cape Spear** for deep-water jiggin'—cod goin' mad there. Or **Quidi Vidi Harbour** for easier access, pollock pilin' up on the tide rips.Stay safe out there, bundle up, and check regs.Thanks for tunin' in, folks—subscribe for more! This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.Great deals on fishing gear https://amzn.to/44gt1PnThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AIThis episode includes AI-generated content.