Menemsha Sunset During Derby
Fishermen line the Aquinnah side of Menemsha channel.
Fishermen line the Aquinnah side of Menemsha channel.
Throwing a line out for an elusive striped bass.
Throwing a line out for an elusive striped bass.
Beach chairs and rods at the ready ... people searching for seaglass perhaps.
Beach chairs and rods at the ready ... people searching for seaglass perhaps.
Grady White heads out to Vineyard Sound for sunset trip.
Grady White heads out to Vineyard Sound for sunset trip.
Any time of day and people are poised on Menemsha jetty.
Any time of day and people are poised on Menemsha jetty.
Jetty protrudes into thoroughfare for both baitfish and sport fish.
Jetty protrudes into thoroughfare for both baitfish and sport fish.
Chilmarkers enjoy warmth of setting sun at Squid Row.
Chilmarkers enjoy warmth of setting sun at Squid Row.
Quick meal at Larsen's before picking up the rods again.
Quick meal at Larsen's before picking up the rods again.
Always scenic Menemsha harbor, a delight for fishermen and photographers alike.
Always scenic Menemsha harbor, a delight for fishermen and photographers alike.
Sun goes down on another perfect September afternoon.
Sun goes down on another perfect September afternoon.
Menemsha jetty could be the most popular fishing destination during the derby. No matter how the fish are biting, the scenery is worth the trip. The channel buoy bouncing in the waves rings its bell, creating a soothing backdrop to the pursuit of striped bass. And when an angler lands a catch, the neighboring fishermen break into applause. The jetty is a place where strangers meet and become friends swapping tales about the one that got away.