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 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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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 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 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 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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Jun 04 2023
An abundance of fish are available in June! Here is what to expect this week. Cobia are showing along the coast and inside the Bay. These powerful fish can weigh up to 100 pounds and put up a great fight on rod and reel. You can find them by sight fishing near buoys, channel markers, …
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Jun 02 2023
Now that you have located sheepshead and mastered hooking them, it’s time to clean and cook them. Sheepshead are delicious fish, but they have a tough skin and a lot of bones, so you need to know how to clean them properly. How to clean sheepshead: – First, you need a sharp knife and a …
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May 28 2023
After the Memorial Day weekend wind and rain moves away, look for some good fishing action to kick in! The water temperature at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is currently around 65 degrees, which means that the spring fishery is gradually shifting to the summer season. The fishing prospects are improving in almost every area. …
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May 16 2023
If you are looking for a fun and challenging fish, you should try fishing for sheepshead at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel (CBBT). Sheepshead are a prized fish that put up a good fight and taste delicious. They are also very tricky to catch, as they have human-like teeth that can easily crush shells and …
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May 07 2023
If you are looking for some fishing action in Virginia Beach, you have plenty of options to choose from in May. Whether you want to fish in the Bay, the inlets, the oceanfront, or the offshore waters, you can find a variety of fish to catch and enjoy. Here are some of the latest fishing …
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Apr 30 2023
If you’re looking for some awesome flounder fishing, you should head to the Eastern Shore of Virginia. This is where the flounder season starts early each year, and you can find some big fish in the channels and bays near Wachapreague. This town is known as the flounder capital of the world, and it hosts …
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