Apr 20 2025
Tautog Excellent tautog fishing continues around wrecks, reefs, rocks, and CBBT pylons. Blue or fiddler crabs, clam, or whelk are highly effective baits for tautog. Captain Craig Paige, Paige II Charters is booking Tautog trips until the season closes on May 15. Red Drum Large red drum, weighing between 25 to 50 pounds, are making …
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Apr 13 2025
Water temperatures dipped slightly this week. Rudee and Lynnhaven Inlets dropped to 55°F, from 60° F. But that didn’t stop the Speckled Trout and Flounder bite from picking up. Over on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, the flounder bite has been consistent for two weeks, especially in deeper channels 15-25 ft near marshes. Bait options for Trout …
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Apr 05 2025
Spring, Exciting Times for Drum Enthusiasts! Black Drum fishing has been superb, and now large Red Drum are actively feeding in the bay. Anglers are successfully catching Black Drum from the surf of the Eastern Shore and Sandbridge, as well as in the Bay off Cape Charles. With the full moon approaching April 12th, expect …
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Mar 29 2025
Redfish Action As we have officially entered spring, the Redfish action in the shallows is notably good. Anglers are finding success using 3-4 inch swimbaits on 1/8-1/4-ounce jig heads or fresh cut bait fished on the botten. The Elizabeth River, Rudee Inlet, and Lynnhaven Inlet are all yielding solid catches of Reds on the Southside. …
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Mar 23 2025
The bay and ocean water temperatures are still hovering around 50 degrees, creating a unique set of opportunities for saltwater fishing enthusiasts in Virginia. Connie Barbour at Long Bay Pointe Bait and Tackle said that tautaug are actively biting around the islands of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. This location is starting to be a …
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Mar 16 2025
As the water temperatures rise, the saltwater fishing scene in Virginia is becoming more vibrant and promising for local anglers. With warmer weather ushering in a new season, various species are more active and accessible in the shallows. There has been a notable uptick in catches of Trout and Redfish. After a cold winter they …
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Mar 09 2025
A big warm up is coming this week! As water temperatures in the bay rise this month, anglers can anticipate an increase in the tautog bite. These fish, also known as blackfish, become more active and available when the water temperature exceeds 44 degrees Fahrenheit. When the bay temperature reaches 50 degrees, the rock islands …
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Mar 01 2025
Black Sea Bass Season Virginia anglers have brought another February black sea bass season to a successful close. Throughout February, the unpredictable weather played a significant role in determining fishing success. On days when the conditions allowed, anglers enjoyed superb bottom fishing. Sea bass, known for their firm, white flesh, were plentiful on the reefs …
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Feb 18 2025
Frigid Water Temperatures, Low 40’s The recent drop in water temperatures has created tough conditions for speckled trout and puppy drum, which typically winter in local waters. Anglers are still catching a few puppy drum inside Rudee and Lynnhaven Inlets. But currently, one of the few areas where these fish can be caught consistently is …
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Feb 02 2025
This Year’s Fantastic December and January Bluefin Season off Virginia Beach This year’s bluefin tuna season off Virginia Beach has been nothing short of spectacular. With the arrival of December, anglers eagerly awaited the appearance of these magnificent fish, and they were not disappointed. The cold, nutrient-rich waters along the Virginia coast attracted schools of …
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Jan 18 2025
As the cold weather settles in, fewer anglers brave the elements, but those who do are rewarded with some exciting catches. Off the coast of Virginia and North Carolina, Bluefin Tunas continue to attract lots of attention. The ocean temperature around the Chesapeake Light Tower is currently in the low 40s, presenting a unique set …
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Jan 10 2025
NOAA bulletin. NOAA Fisheries adjusts the Atlantic bluefin tuna General category January through March 2025 subquota by transferring quota from the General category December 2025 time period to the General category January through March 2025 time period. This action provides further opportunities for General category fishermen to participate in the January through March General category …
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Jan 06 2025
Interested in the special recreational black sea bass season this February? The free permit for vessel captains is now available online or from your local VMRC licensing agent. Find out more about permitting and reporting requirements for the February black sea bass season here.
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Dec 29 2024
Recreational Daily Retention Limits for Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Revert to Default Limit and Trophy Fishery Re-opens on January 1, 2025 Atlantic bluefin tuna retention limit for recreational fishermen will revert to the default limit of 1 school, large school, or small medium bluefin tuna (27 to <73” curved fork length) per vessel per day/trip. This …
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Dec 21 2024
We’d like to extend our warmest holiday wishes on behalf of VBSF.net and our amazing sponsors: Long Bay Pointe Bait and Tackle, Long Bay Pointe Marina, Coastal Fiberglass, High Hopes Charters, Paige II Charters, AquaMan Charters, and Knot Wish’n Guide Service. Next year marks an exciting milestone for us as we celebrate 26 years of …
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