We are entering the drought season of hot dry, weather, and sporadic rain. During dry weather, everybody worries about lawns and shrubs, but I worry about the birds. Birds require water as much as food. That’s why we keep several sources of water in our yard and the birds are thankful. Interestingly, birds lack sweat glands, so they need less water than mammals, but they lose water through … [Read more...]
Flounder and Spades
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is now a hotspot for flounder fishing. You can use bucktails with a Gulp to entice them. If you want to catch some spadefish, head to the Chesapeake Light Tower and nearby buoys. You can also find some at the bridge tunnel now. Paige II Charters had a successful trip recently with some keeper flounder and spadefish. Dennis Martin from South Boston caught … [Read more...]
Virginia Tarpon: Really?
VBSF Staff Virginia tarpon are a prized catch for anglers who enjoy a thrilling fight and a spectacular display of aerial acrobatics. These silver giants can grow up to eight feet long and weigh over 200 pounds, making them one of the most sought-after game fish. Virginia tarpon season typically runs from July to October, when the water temperature is warm enough for them to migrate … [Read more...]
An Escape to the Middle Peninsula
After a few wonderful days in a delightful cottage just off the Piankatank River, Nancy and I have decided that this area may very well take the place of the Outer Banks in our quest to breathe saltwater air. For starters, it’s 2 hours and 10 minutes, not 5 hours or more if the traffic is bad in Hampton. You could leave after work and arrive in time for dinner. It’s also a little less … [Read more...]
Gloucester: The Land of Forked Roads
We took a long weekend vacation to Gloucester last week. Gloucester, as in Virginia, and in the heart of the Middle Peninsula. Gloucester is both a city and a county and is the general description of about 400 square miles of flat, salty land somewhere west of the Piankatank River. It’s a large area and we had rented a waterfront cottage on Ferry Creek – in Gloucester. Fortunately, … [Read more...]
The Galley in Deltaville
Nancy wanted seafood on her birthday night while we were vacationing on the Middle Peninsula, and I knew just the place. The Galley in Deltaville. We had reservations and it’s a good thing. They were packed. The Galley is a favorite of the locals who pour into the Deltaville area from Richmond on weekends. The bar was hopping with inside and outside tables. Nancy ordered the Fried Oysters and I … [Read more...]
Signs of Our Times
Perfect Eye of Round: Every Time
Eye of Round is one of those dishes you usually delegate for company. They are often very large and are more than just 2 could eat in a sitting. But they are really perfect for as few as two because they are relatively inexpensive (there is no waste), easy to prepare, and the leftovers make the best sandwiches in the known universe. Poking around the sale bin at Kroger’s, I saw a 3 ½ … [Read more...]
Pretty Good Cantaloupes
Buying a cantaloupe is like playing blackjack at Vegas. Sometimes you win, but more often you lose. Your store-bought cantaloupe sucks. Steve Caylor says you can ripen any cantaloupe by putting it in a paper bag for a few days, but I can never plan that far ahead. Recently, however, I have been on a hot streak as far as picking out tasty melons. I have found that the gnarly-looking … [Read more...]
Speaking Spanish
The Spaniards have invaded the Chesapeake Bay. Spanish mackerel, that is. They are stretched out from the Virginia Beach shoreline well up into the bay and the Rappahannock River. A huge 30-incher was reported at the Virgnia Beach Fishing Pier. Clark spoons and Drone spoons are catching fish while trolled behind an in-line weight or a planer board. Surface birds are tell-tale signs of … [Read more...]
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