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The rain is slowing so it’s time to get going. The weather should allow for a little more cranking and we need to take advantage of every chance we get to cast a line that might have a memory tugging on the far end!
The azul of the Atlantic has been the center stage for Eastern Shore action. The near shore wrecks and reefs, like Blackfish Banks and The Paramore reef, have proved to be populated with nice flounder just waiting to be dipped up. The most productive prescription for positive floundering, includes 1.5 to 4 ounce jigs tipped with 5 to 6 inch gulp curly tail baits in the colors of white, chartreuse, pink, and orange. Cut bait trailers like long strips of squid and flounder belly are also enticing offerings to lure a fat filet into the frying pan. These jigs are best twitched over and around the structure in a high frequency motion for a waiting flounder to ambush.
While searching the near shore reefs keep a lookout for Cobia cruising amongst the many submerged structures that pepper the bottom off the Eastern Shore Barrier Islands. Once spotted, these bullish brown brutes can be tempted by casting a live eel or brightly colored jig within striking distance. And As long as we are talking about bullish fish, a big beautiful bronze bunch of reds were recently spotted just off the Assateague beach. While gifts like this are not common by far, be aware of the potential possibility… it could be an exciting experience that you will never forget!!
The deep blue continues to cooperate with comparatively great pelagic pullage. Nearly all the activity has been confined to the canyons. Tuna and mahi have made up the bulk of the rod bending battles. Anglers have trolled sidewinders, daisy chains, and skirted ballyhoo to tease the tuna and mahi to the tip of the gaff. Purple/ black, pink/white along with the ol’ standard blue/ white set the stage for a super charged struggle over the transom.
The sounds have been a little quieter as the summer doldrums dominate the Chesapeake chatter. However, with the cloudy sunrises, the early morning bite holds strong with specs and rock surprising anglers with strikes on the surface that satisfy like a cool breeze just before a thunderstorm. Surface walking lures like the Lonely Angler and Rapala Skitterwalks have given a “ spec” of hope to anglers who had previously thought that our troubled shallows were in metaphorical as well as lateral “ hot water “. While you cruise the Chesapeake keep a weather eye out for opportunities like shoaled reds and blues. All of which are prevalent and could provide a perfect addition to an already great time.
Yes, the temperature may be a little hot and the threat of a thunderhead is sure to be a bit unsettling. However, don’t give up trying to enjoy the great opportunities for experiences that make us so lucky to live in this wonderful place that we call home!
The azul of the Atlantic has been the center stage for Eastern Shore action. The near shore wrecks and reefs, like Blackfish Banks and The Paramore reef, have proved to be populated with nice flounder just waiting to be dipped up. The most productive prescription for positive floundering, includes 1.5 to 4 ounce jigs tipped with 5 to 6 inch gulp curly tail baits in the colors of white, chartreuse, pink, and orange. Cut bait trailers like long strips of squid and flounder belly are also enticing offerings to lure a fat filet into the frying pan. These jigs are best twitched over and around the structure in a high frequency motion for a waiting flounder to ambush.
While searching the near shore reefs keep a lookout for Cobia cruising amongst the many submerged structures that pepper the bottom off the Eastern Shore Barrier Islands. Once spotted, these bullish brown brutes can be tempted by casting a live eel or brightly colored jig within striking distance. And As long as we are talking about bullish fish, a big beautiful bronze bunch of reds were recently spotted just off the Assateague beach. While gifts like this are not common by far, be aware of the potential possibility… it could be an exciting experience that you will never forget!!
The deep blue continues to cooperate with comparatively great pelagic pullage. Nearly all the activity has been confined to the canyons. Tuna and mahi have made up the bulk of the rod bending battles. Anglers have trolled sidewinders, daisy chains, and skirted ballyhoo to tease the tuna and mahi to the tip of the gaff. Purple/ black, pink/white along with the ol’ standard blue/ white set the stage for a super charged struggle over the transom.
The sounds have been a little quieter as the summer doldrums dominate the Chesapeake chatter. However, with the cloudy sunrises, the early morning bite holds strong with specs and rock surprising anglers with strikes on the surface that satisfy like a cool breeze just before a thunderstorm. Surface walking lures like the Lonely Angler and Rapala Skitterwalks have given a “ spec” of hope to anglers who had previously thought that our troubled shallows were in metaphorical as well as lateral “ hot water “. While you cruise the Chesapeake keep a weather eye out for opportunities like shoaled reds and blues. All of which are prevalent and could provide a perfect addition to an already great time.
Yes, the temperature may be a little hot and the threat of a thunderhead is sure to be a bit unsettling. However, don’t give up trying to enjoy the great opportunities for experiences that make us so lucky to live in this wonderful place that we call home!
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