As the water temperatures drop, the opportunities for good trout fishing increase. Most streams are low, however, so cautious approaches are vital. The Lower Jackson remains a good choice. The water levels have been stable and trout to 12-inches are hitting small nymphs. The larger fish are more likely to go for a flashy streamer. The water is low and clear in the catch and release section … [Read more...]
It’s Crappie Time at Anna
Some huge fish have been caught at Lake Anna during October. Delbert Feaster was tossing a crankbait with bass on his mind, when the lure was intercepted by a 2-8 crappie. That’s a big crappie in anybody’s book. Gabe Scott landed an 8-10 citation largemouth earlier this month, one of the better bass caught this year at Anna. The striper bite is picking up as the water cools and the bait balls … [Read more...]
Trout Stocking Underway
With a little assist from early October rains, the VDGIF has resumed its fall trout stocking program and a number of streams (listed below) have been stocked. More stocking will continue in future weeks. October 12, Wythe County Cripple Creek (Ravens) October 12, Bath County Back Creek October 12, Washington County Beartree Lake October 11, Bland County Lick Creek October 11, … [Read more...]
Anna Forecast
By Chris Craft BASS- Start looking for the bass to be shallow and very active. You can catch them in super shallow water on Squarebill crankbaits, Rat L Traps, Dave's Tournament Tackle Tiger Shad Spinnerbaits, Damiki MTB Noisy Buzzbaits, Damiki D Pop and Don Iovino Splash It Poppers and Damiki Rambler Walking baits and my favorite, Damiki Armor Shad Soft Jerkbaits. As always, Shakey Head … [Read more...]
The Striper Bite at Buggs
Buggs Island Bobcat's in Clarksville reports that stripers are in most of the major creeks and are feeding on shad. These fish can be caught live-baiting with shad and jumbo minnows or by casting lures. Fishermen are getting good numbers, but keepers have been hard to come. Potomac River It's Cool Water temperatures are dropping. Look for water temperature to soon … [Read more...]
A New Season
A New Season By Capt. Steve Chaconas Summer is losing its grip on the Potomac fishery. Grass is breaking up and the water is cooling. Longer, cooler nights will allow water temperatures to slide into the mid 70s. Early low incoming tides provide an opportunity to use topwaters. Over matted grass, use hollow frogs. With 60 pound GAMMA Torque braid. In areas with scattered grass, … [Read more...]
Smallies on the New
Tangent Outfitters says the fishing is “silly good” on the New River. Smallmouth are hitting hard, including some big ones. One client landed a 22-incher. The smallies are going for jerks, top waters, Senkos and tubes. Muskie are not being cooperative due to the heat, but action will pick up after the weather cools down. The waters are low, clear and in the mid 70s. The Upper New is super low … [Read more...]
The Rivers Are Hot!
James/Shenandoah Mossy Creek Flyfishing describes the action on the rivers as ….WOW! The Shenandoah and James have been insanely good. How good? Imagine fishing a 2-fly or 2-hook rig and landing two 15″ fish over a dozen times in a single day? “We had one day with over 12 doubles landed- 2 fish on 1 cast. Anglers have been landing 40-100 fish each and getting strikes and missing fish … [Read more...]
Lake Anna Forecast
By Guide Chris Craft Bass: September is transition time at Lake Anna. In the early part of the month, the fish spend the majority of their time in deep water. As the water temps start to cool, bass make a move towards the backs of creeks following baitfish. Early in the month, concentrate your efforts on brush piles, bridge pilings, deep docks and rock piles. My two baits of choice … [Read more...]
New Regs for the South River
Kevin Little, co-owner at South River Fly Shop in Waynesboro, reported that both proposed regulation amendments for the South River passed. As of January 1, 2017, the downtown section will become a year-round Catch and Release, Artificial Only Fishery. The upper South River Special Reg Area will become Fly Fishing Only with a limit of one trout over 20-inches, the same regulations as Mossy … [Read more...]
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