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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Nov 30 2024
As winter sets in, Virginia Beach’s waters are alive with exciting fishing opportunities for novice and seasoned vets alike. From the Creeks to Bay waters to Ocean waters, here’s the latest intel on the current fishing action. Bluefin Tuna Have Arrived! The arrival of Bluefin tuna in Virginia’s nearshore waters is making waves. These giants …
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Nov 09 2024
As the air grows crisp, Virginia’s waters become a haven for anglers seeking to get in on the fall fishing season. Virginia’s fall speckled trout season is in full swing. They are feeding on shrimp and minnows near marshes. Shrimp hooked under a popping cork, jigs, plugs and topwater baits are all productive. Long Bay …
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Aug 11 2024
The upcoming weather forecast looks promising with calmer seas and clearer skies. This should make for excellent fishing conditions both inshore and offshore. King mackerel encounters are picking up along the oceanfront, several nice ones have been landed. Live menhaden, fished on a king rig is the preferred bait for trophy fish. But #4 drone …
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Jun 23 2024
There’s little change from last week’s fishing report. There’s a variety of species to target this time of year, and the newest arrivals are AJ’s and Tarpon! Big Amberjacks are at the towers, windmills and over near shore wrecks and reefs. Virginia Tarpon have begun arriving in their usual holes behind the islands on the …
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May 31 2024
The warming and consistent weather patterns herald an exciting time for saltwater fishing enthusiasts. As the Virginia Beach coast sees water temperatures rise above 70 degrees, the much-anticipated Spanish Mackerel and Spadefish season begins, bringing with it the promise of bountiful catches. Captain Todd Beck and crew aboard Knot Wisn’n Charters, has already experienced a …
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May 12 2024
Large schools of Red Drum continue to migrate along the coast on their way to their breeding grounds in the Chesapeake Bay. Schools popped up along the oceanfront this week, anglers were able to sight-cast to them. If you don’t find a school on the surface, your best chance at landing one of these beasts …
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May 05 2024
Bluefish made an incredible showing in shallow water this year. Some nice sized fish were landed this week! Spanish Mackerel can’t be far behind! Soon the tidal rips east of the CBBT will be a great place to hook up with both. It’s time to restock your boats tackle drawer, Long Bay Pointe Bait and …
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Apr 07 2024
As the winds calm down over the weekend, anglers in Virginia are gearing up for what seems to be an exciting fishing window. The Tautog, known for their strong fight and delicious taste, are biting well around the islands of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel (CBBT). Long Bay Pointe Bait and Tackle is well-stocked with Blue …
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Mar 30 2024
As the chill of winter begins to thaw and the waters of Virginia’s coastline warm, anglers gear up for an uptick in fishing. Early April marks the beginning of a vibrant fishing season, with Tautog, Black Drum and Flounder being first up. Anglers are starting to find Black Drum along the Eastern Shore. Long Bay …
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Mar 17 2024
As spring unfolds, the aquatic landscape begins to stir with life. The water temperatures on the flats and in the shallows is currently in the mid to upper 50’s, inching ever closer to the pivotal 60-degree mark. This subtle warming heralds the arrival of various fish species to the inshore waters, offering anglers some exciting …
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Feb 15 2024
If you are looking for some winter fishing action, here are some tips. The Chesapeake Bay water is cold at 44.4 F, so you might want to head offshore where the big Sea Bass, Tautog, and Flounder are biting. You can catch Black Sea Bass in February if you have a recreational permit. Visit the …
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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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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 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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