M.V. Steamship Authority: Wood's Hole car ferry

New Bedford Fast Ferry: One hour from New Bedford to the Island (no vehicles)

Falmouth Ferry: Falmouth - Edgartown (no vehicles)

Island Queen: Falmouth - Oak Bluffs (no vehicles)

Vineyard Fast Ferry: High-speed transport from Quonset Point, RI (no vehicles)

Hy-Line Cruises: Ferry service from Hyannis, Ma (no vehicles)

Jet Blue: NEW online booking for flights from New York, JFK to the Vineyard

Martha's Vineyard Public Transportation: Leave your car; take the bus. The VTA is a fantastic public transportation system.

Lodging

The Clarion at the Edgartown Heritage Hotel: Mention that you're fishing with Capt. Tom from Coop's Bait & Tackle and receive a 10% DISCOUNT.

Winnetu Oceanside Resort: Prime location at South Beach in Katama, great rooms, and fine dining.

Martha's Vineyard Online (MVOL): Complete listing of hotels, B&B's, and house rentals island-wide.

Fishing Links

Weather Underground: The good, the bad, and the ugly: Marine forecast and links to current sea conditions.

Coop's Bait & Tackle: Get the latest Vineyard reports, fly patterns, and gear at "Coop's." You can also book Capt. Tom through the shop.

fishingthevineyard.com: A network of full-time fly and light tackle fishing guides on the Vineyard, including Capt. Tom and the guides he works with throughout the season.

dwskok.com: Home base for Dave Skok's stock photography as well as tying instructions for many of his killer patterns. These are the flies we throw day in and day out.

saltwaterflies.com: Chris Windram's online store offers the best selection of saltwater flies and materials on the Web. If Chris doesn't have it, you probably don't need it!

Squaretail Outfitters: If you're planning a trip to Nantucket, get in touch with Capt. Shawn Bristow. You'll be glad you did.

Outer Banks Fly Fishing: The best of year-round Outer Banks, NC fly fishing with Capt. Brian Horsley and Capt. Sarah Gardner.

Harker's Island Fishing Center: Capt. Rob Pasfield's hotel/marina at Cape Lookout, NC is false albacore headquarters from late October through late November. Contact the H.I.F.C. for information regarding lodging and seasonal fishing opportunities.