Jan 24 2024
The (VMRC) Virginia Marine Research Commission, has voted to open a special recreational black sea bass season February 1-29, 2024. Interested in participating? Vessel captains/operators can click below for their free permit. Don’t forget to report this month’s harvest! Questions? Call (757) 247-2200 or email: [email protected] Recreational Species Permits (virginia.gov)
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Dec 31 2023
The 2023 fishing season closed out with a bang, when one of the most memorable events in years took place with the appearance of schools of giant bluefin tuna. They were between the Chesapeake Bay Buoy and the Chesapeake Light Tower. They were a challenge and a thrill for anglers. They should hang around into …
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Dec 10 2023
Giant Bluefin Tuna have shown up in numbers off Virginia Beach. The fish are strung out from Morehead City NC to Maryland. Slot size fish have been caught in 50 to 60 feet of water off Smith Island, where there are a lot of Omega Menhaden boats competing for their food source. Oversized fish have …
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Nov 25 2023
Happy Thanksgiving! The Bay’s water temperature is currently hovering in the high 50s, which means that Tautog fishing is improving at the CBBT Islands and on the lower bay’s wrecks and reefs. Blue crab is the most effective bait, but Togs will also take mole crabs, clams and whelk. Speckled Trout and Puppy Drum are …
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Nov 17 2023
One of the benefits of cooler water temperatures is the speckled trout bite, which are delicious to eat. If you are lucky enough to catch some, you might be wondering how to cook them in a way that brings out their flavor and texture. Here are three great recipes that you can try at …
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Nov 10 2023
Today VBSF honors and celebrates the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. They have sacrificed so much for our freedom and security, and we owe them our deepest gratitude and respect. We also remember those who gave their lives in the line of duty, and we keep them …
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Oct 27 2023
One of the most rewarding experiences for anglers is to catch a Red Drum in the surf. These powerful fish put up a great fight and reward you with a memorable catch. Frank Marble and friends had an amazing time last week fishing Sandbridge, when they encountered ideal conditions and plenty of Drum. Using …
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Oct 20 2023
Atlantic Coast’s Multi-State Striper Board Approves Addendum That Seeks to Curb Decline of America’s Top Game Fish. (Beaufort, NC) – At its annual meeting this week, the Striped Bass Management Board (Board) of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) approved for public comment Addendum II of the fishery management plan designed to control fishing mortality …
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Oct 14 2023
Fall is a great time to enjoy fishing. The Bay water temperature has decreased to 68.0 degrees, which makes the fish more active. The rockfish season opened in Bay and its tributaries on October 4th and will last until December 31st. You can find them near bridges, old piers and docks. Fishing under lights at …
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Oct 01 2023
October is here, and with it comes a change in the fishing scene. Some of the summer fish start to leave, the waterways become less crowded, and the fish become more active. It’s a wonderful time of the year to be on the water, weather permitting. Flounder fishing in the Bay is winding down, but …
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Sep 17 2023
If you’re looking for some fishing action, you’ve got plenty of options. Bluefish and Spanish Mackerel are biting, and you can catch them pretty easily. Red Drum are leaving the Bay and heading to the ocean, so you might want to catch them while you can. The CBBT is a hot spot for them right …
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Sep 11 2023
Hurricane Lee is on the radar of many anglers, but it seems that it will not affect the local fishing conditions much, except for some big swells. The lower bay and the oceanfront are good spots to troll for Spanish Mackerel, and maybe some King Mackerel and Albacore as well. Red drum are leaving the …
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Sep 04 2023
The weather and fishing report for this week is very promising, with a variety of species biting well in different locations. Here are the highlights: Bluefish and Spanish Mackerel are abundant in the bay and along the oceanfront, providing anglers with fast and furious action. These fish are aggressive and can be caught on spoons, …
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Aug 28 2023
The weather is not very favorable for fishing in Virginia Beach this week, as a cold front is lingering in North Carolina and bringing some instability to the area. Mid-week there is also a chance of strong winds, as Tropical Storm Idalia approaches. However, there are still some fish to be caught if you are …
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Aug 21 2023
The saltwater fishing scene in Virginia is heating up as summer draws to a close. Anglers are finding a variety of species to target, both inshore and offshore. Here are some of the highlights from the latest reports. Flounder fishing has been excellent, with many fish exceeding the minimum size limit of 16.5 inches. The …
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