By Molly Kirk/DWR Jacob Moore was quite surprised when he reeled in this largemouth bass from the James River. Moore was expecting to catch a largemouth—he was targeting them. But he wasn’t expecting to catch a golden largemouth! “I was out there practicing for a tournament, catching a bunch of fish,” said Moore, who works as an arborist and participates in local tournaments. “I … [Read more...]
Catching Trophy Yellow Perch
By Peter Brookes When February rolls around, most anglers have had about as much of being stuck indoors and away from their favorite fishing hole as they can stand. “Cabin fever” among anglers ranks right up there with the flu as an unwelcome winter illness. This year’s bone-chilling polar vortex only made it worse. But letting cabin fever get to you isn’t the answer. Instead, put on your … [Read more...]
Tog’ Time
It’s time to catch a few togs’. Tautogs, the fish. They don’t mind the cold weather if you don’t. They put up a decent fight, and they are good to eat. Some big tautogs are now being caught on the ocean wrecks. Dr. Ken Neill successfully fished the triangle wrecks with Johnny Boyd over the weekend. They kept a few big ones and tagged and released the rest. Four already had tags in … [Read more...]
Tuna and Walleye
Doing outdoor reports this year is like handing out “Frying With Lard” brochures at a Weight Watcher’s Convention. It’s pretty slim pickings out there. The giant bluefin tuna re still frolicking off the Outer Banks and walleye are gearing up to spawn in freshwater. In the Bay, some huge rockfish remain, though it’s catch and release until June. Small stripers and specks are hitting in … [Read more...]
All Quiet on the Bay Front
It’s pretty quiet out there on the Chesapeake Bay. Lots of fish have migrated into the ocean, but they’ll return when the spring sun warms things up. In the meantime, most of what little fishing is being done is for catch and release rock-fishing. Live eels are working best for the big fellas, lots in the 40pound class. Tautogs are biting – it seems they always bite. But not many are … [Read more...]
Giant Bluefins Have Arrived
There is still plenty of fishing action to be had on the Outer Banks. The Giant Bluefin Tuna showed up out of Oregon Inlet late last week, soon after the reopening of the commercial season. Along with the Bluefin, there have been reports of Yellowfin, Kings, Wahoo, and some really nice Blackfin. Jake Worthington and Garrett Grant were working on the Afishionado this past weekend looking … [Read more...]
Things are Slowing Down
Saltwater fishing opportunities are limited in January and February. Only the most hardcore anglers can deal with the weather. Water temperatures are now in the mid-40’s. The Virginia Bay rockfish season closed January 31st. Before it ended, anglers took advantage and caught lots of large fish. In the winter, big ocean rockfish begin to school up in the Chesapeake Bay as they stage … [Read more...]
17 Degree Golf
I had never played golf when it was 17 degrees, but I did last week, and I’m pretty sure I’ll never do it again. We were driving to Atlanta to spend Christmas with Jimmie and his family. I had facetiously called and told my son to get us a tee time at 11 am on the next day. And he did! Jimmie, James, Virginia, and I teed it up at Top Golf. It was my first experience in a game that is … [Read more...]
Almost Over
The season for rockfish is almost over in Virginia. Only one more week, but lots of big fish, 40 and 50 pounders, have turned right into Bay waters on their way south. The big fellas are looking for live eels, but they’ll also bust into umbrella rigs if given the chance. Lots of slot fish are hitting at the mouth of the Rapp and along the CBBT. Trout fishimng is solid, with some pups in the … [Read more...]
O’er the Rambling Wrecks
There are a few hale and hardy fishermen willing to brave the December elements and make runs out to the ocean wrecks off Virginia Beach. And they are catching fish! Jumbo sea bass have been bending rods over the rambling wrecks along with tautogs, trigger fish and some big bluefish. Fresh strips of bait are catching nice flounder, as well. Inshore, speckled trout are biting non-stop. … [Read more...]
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