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 28 2024
As the spring season unfolds, the waters of Virginia’s coast have been picking up with activity despite a recent drop in temperature. Last week, Rudee Inlet’s water temperature held steady at a brisk 56 degrees, but that didn’t prevent anglers from picking up some big Bluefish (some tipping the scales at an impressive 10 pounds), …
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Apr 21 2024
As the days grow longer and the waters of Virginia warm, anglers are in for a treat with the variety of fish coming into season. Tautog fishing is currently at its peak. These guys hang in and around underwater structures, wrecks and the rock islands protecting local bridge tunnels. With the Virginia season drawing to …
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Apr 14 2024
The Bay water temperature is approaching that magic 60-degree mark! It’s 57.4 °F at Thimble Shoal. Puppy drum, Speckled Trout and Bluefish are getting hungry inside the inlets and rivers. The Puppy Drum bite has been especially good in the backwaters inside Lynnhaven Inlet. Tautog fishing remains excellent. Look for them around underwater obstructions, wrecks, …
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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 24 2024
As the chill of early spring lingers over Virginia, anglers are finding that the cooler weather has slightly tempered the pace of fishing. Puppy Drum are showing some active presence in Rudee Inlet, Little Creek, and Lynnhaven Inlet. Connie at Long Bay Pointe reports Trout and Puppy Drum are hitting cut Shrimp and Crab back …
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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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Mar 08 2024
As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, Virginia’s waters come alive with fishing opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a novice, there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into what awaits you. Tautog Action (March) By the end of March, tautog enthusiasts can rejoice! These hard-fighting fish are known for their tasty …
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Feb 29 2024
As the days lengthen and temperatures rise, the fishing action will start heating up. Here’s what anglers can expect. Puppy Drum (Red Drum) Action Inside Inlets: Puppy Drum are becoming more active inside some of the inlets. These fish are responding to the increasing daylight hours and the warmer water temperatures. Anglers should start finding …
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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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