We are about one week of warm weather away from some good crappie fishing. For example, crappie at the Chickahominy Lake were on drop-offs and inchannels in the main lake, especially near wood cover. Some shouldbe up in creeks by this weekend if they are not run out by the cold front. Fishing with Capt. Conway, Tom Porter had 1 white perch, 2 pickerel, and 2 bass. The Pros at Greentop report … [Read more...]
Sea Bass Season Established
There is not a lot going on in saltwater, fishing-wise, but the black sea bass regs have been set for 2019. Opinions vary on the status of bass numbers, largely due to a lack of data. The new regs will bring in more data to help determine future seasons and creel limits. Dr. Ken Neill, III, reports on these changes: At this month’s VMRC meeting a February recreational sea bass season was … [Read more...]
Trout News
In an effort to give everyone an equal shot, the Game Department announced it will publish several particular bodies of water in advance that will be stocked this spring, and the dates of that stocking. The exact times are not known but will likely be between 10 AM and 2 PM. Check out the streams and lakes below. Lake Thompson (Fauquier Co.) April 17 South River – Ridgeview Park & Grottoes … [Read more...]
Officially! It’s the Off Season
Well … we have officially entered our off-season. Saltwater fishing opportunities are very limited in January and February. Only the most hardcore anglers can deal with the frigid weather. The best news off the water this week was that the tautog action is picking up on inshore structures. Dr. Ken Neill put the Healthy Grin over some nice fish Saturday. Some stripers have been marked 15 … [Read more...]
South River Report
The South River Fly Shop says that the South River is finally coming into shape after all the rain. Water levels are still above normal, but water clarity is great, and some nice fish are being caught on larger streamers and heavy nymph rigs. Rubber Legs John-Stone size 10, Conehead 20 Incher, Mop Flies, Jig Leeches, Frenchies, Pheasant Tails, and Electric Caddis Larva are all great choices for … [Read more...]
Striper Season Closed in Bay, Open in the Ocean
Big rockfish continued to hit the scales all the way through the season ending on Dec. 31. One big female topped 65 pounds. Most of the action was coming from the eastside of the Bay, between Cape Charles and the ocean. The majority of the big fish were caught with live eels. The Virginia coastal season opened January 1st and runs through March 31st. The ocean season minimum size limit is 28 … [Read more...]
Puppies and Stripers
In Virginia, big stripers are moving in from the ocean as the season draws to a close on New Year’s Day. Fish to 60 pounds are going for live feels. Some nice sea bass are coming from the ocean wrecks, though that season also closes Dec. 31. Trout and puppy drum are biting in Lynnhaven and Rudee inlets. Offshore charters are scoring with tuna, wahoo and albacore when weather … [Read more...]
Swordfish and More Big Stripers
The weather has been a hindrance on many days, but Virginia’s saltwater anglers remain focused on an excellent striper season. A number of 40 to 60-pounders have hit the scales. Most of these large fish are coming from the eastern side of the Bay, Plantation Light to Cape Charles, where boats are drifting and slow trolling with eels. School-sized rockfish are also available for anglers casting … [Read more...]
It’s All About Stripers
Fresh water, saltwater, ocean and sounds, if it weren’t for striped bass, there wouldn’t be much in the way of a fishing report. In Virginia waters, Chris Bait and Tackle on the Eastern Shore says that fishing has picked up quite of bit. School sized stripers in the 16- to 30-inch size have been caught by anglers fishing between Bouys 38a and 40. Bucktails, metal jigs and casting lures have … [Read more...]
In Search of Big Stripers
It’s December and local tackle shops, marinas and boat ramps are buzzing with activity as anglers prepare to hit the water in search of giant stripers. December is big rockfish season on the lower Chesapeake Bay and it’s off to a good start. Some monsters have already hit the scales over on the Eastern Shore. These big fish usually show first around the Plantation Light and the area between the … [Read more...]
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