Aug 14 2023
Saltwater fishing in Virginia is in full swing this month. Anglers can target a variety of species in different locations and depths. Here are some highlights. Flounder fishing is one of the best options right now. The flatfish are feeding aggressively and can be caught on live bait such as spot, croaker, mullet or minnows. …
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Aug 12 2023
The 2023 White Marlin Open was a thrilling event that showcased some of the best anglers and boats in the world. The tournament, held in Ocean City, Maryland, from August 7 to 11, attracted over 400 boats and offered a record-breaking purse of $10 million. Here are some of the highlights from the five-day fishing …
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Aug 07 2023
This is prime billfish season, marlin, sailfish, and swordfish. The offshore boats are having a blast. Tuna, dolphin and wahoo are also available. The 50th White Marlin Open in Ocean City MD kicks off today. A number of Virgnia boats and crews will be participating. It’s the world’s largest and richest billfish tournament, with over …
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Aug 01 2023
If you are looking for some exciting saltwater fishing action in Virginia, here’s the latest rundown. King mackerel are showing up in the near shore ocean waters, where they can be caught by trolling large spoons or live bait. These fish are fast and strong, and when they strike will smoke your drag. Pictured is …
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Jul 27 2023
If you are a fan of billfish fishing, you won’t want to miss the exciting tournaments happening in the mid-Atlantic region next month. The weigh-ins are open to the public and are a spectacle to behold, as huge fish are hoisted and measured on the scales. Here are a few highlights! The 50th White Marlin …
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Jul 24 2023
Looks like another great week for fishing coming! This week coastal waters will see mostly clear skies. The winds will be mostly from the east or southeast, ranging from 5 to 15 knots. The waves will be around 1 to 2 feet. The water temperature is around 80F inshore and off. The VBSF charter boats …
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Jul 17 2023
Flounder are fun to catch and delicious to eat! These flat fish feed near the bottom, so you need to present your bait or lure close to where they are hiding. There are several effective tactics for catching them. One of the most popular methods is drifting with a baited rig, such as a Fluke …
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Jul 16 2023
If you are looking for some exciting fishing, Virginia Beach is the place to be. With the water temp at 80 degrees there are plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish, from flounder to marlin. Here are some of the highlights of what’s biting and where to find them. Flounder are being caught …
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Jul 10 2023
If you are looking for great fishing, you are in luck. The fishing season is in full swing and there are plenty of opportunities to catch a variety of fish. Here are some tips and tricks to help you land your target. Cobia: These powerful fish are roaming the Bay and the oceanfront, and they …
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Jul 01 2023
If you love fishing, Independence Day is a great opportunity to celebrate our great nation and enjoy some quality time on the water! Here’s some tips and updates on what’s biting and where to find them. Flounder: The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is a hotspot for flounder fishing. You can use bucktails with a Gulp, …
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Jun 25 2023
VBSF STAFF- Cobia are cruising the surface of the lower Bay. Hot spots include Latimer Shoals, Bluefish Rock and the Windmill Bar. Be sure and check around each buoy you pass. Most fisherman are chumming but many fish are caught by sight casting. Try casting live Eels, Spot, Croaker or bucktails to them. Anglers are …
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Jun 20 2023
Now that the Chesapeake Bay Cobia season is open, it’s time to discuss ways to prepare them for the table. Cobia is a delicious and nutritious fish that can be enjoyed in various ways. It has a mild and buttery flavor, a firm and flaky texture, and a high content of protein, vitamin D, and …
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Jun 18 2023
By VBSF Staff Cobia and drum are two of the most sought-after fish in the lower bay now. They offer exciting sight-casting opportunities and hard-fighting battles. Cobia can be found from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel to Windmill Point. Sight-casting is the most effective technique, as cobia are curious and will often investigate anything that …
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Jun 14 2023
By VBSF staff Now that you have a freezer full of spadefish fillets, you might be wondering how to cook them. Spadefish is a mild and flaky white fish that can be prepared in many ways. Here are three good recipes for cooking spadefish that you can try at home. 1. Spadefish with Lemon and …
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Jun 11 2023
Saltwater fishing in Virginia is starting to peak! Just about every species is available now! Flounder are being caught along the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel (CBBT), and their numbers should continue increasing. Keepers are also coming from inside local inlets and around the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel. These flatfish are found around structures like bridges, …
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