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Summer has ended and for some the sounds and salty smells of the beach, are replaced by school bells and sunsets commencing far too early. However, for the fishermen of the Eastern Shore, our intro to fall sounds more like the chugging of popping corks and the sizzle of a drag as a big red drum cooks up your reel for dinner. So take a minute to enjoy watching our fishing “fall” into place.
The leaves have not turned red and gold yet, but the Chesapeake has. The bull red bite is about as hot as a summer heat wave in Mississippi. We’ve had bent rods and big smiles as we battle big bronze bulls to the back of the boat. These trophies have been taking chunks of crab and cut baits like spot or hardhead on 8/0 circle hooked fishfinder rigs. The areas from the lower Tangier and Pocomoke Sound all the way down to just north of Cape Charles have been the most fertile, as anglers aggressively engage with these monsters in depths of 15 to 30 feet of water. Structure like natural hills and sloughs, as well as man made reefs are providing the scene for some of the best physical therapy around. While you are soaking crab chunks around the many reefs sites of the lower bay, don’t be surprised if you encounter a sheepshead or big black drum as a bonus. Several smaller, yet tasty, blacks have been boated right along with the reef resident reds.
The seaside has a little autumn excitement. The surf has been a bit quiet this summer but is now offering up some nice spot and a couple of reds. The reds have not been super numerous, however, the spot have been eager to scrap in the suds. Small float rigs tipped with bloodworm casted just beyond the break will provide plenty of panfish for the frying pan.
Farther east (when the wind allows) the offshore bite has been pretty darn good. A mix of white marlin and mahi made for an experience that will provide an unforgettable airshow that’ll make stress disappear faster than the line on your reel. The marlin have chose to do battle on the deep depths of the offshore canyons abreast of the ESVA. But the mahi have made it in a little closer to lay under floating flotsam around the twenty fathom line. Don’t come back without trying some tiles from the deep blue depths. These fish are a bountiful bonus that taste fantastic!
This week I had the privilege of taking my good friends, the Kriger’s. It came to my attention that neither of my good friends had ever boated a trophy red. To my delight, I got them out on Wednesday night and was able to witness both of them experience something brand new and breathtaking. They were perfect on the rod as they landed nine big bulls with citations for everybody. As I watched Miss Vanessa battling the last fish exactly as the sun retired behind the horizon, it became apparent how much we take for granted. In other words grab the ones you love and don’t dare let them miss any of the opportunities forwarded to us by this wonderful place that we call home!
The leaves have not turned red and gold yet, but the Chesapeake has. The bull red bite is about as hot as a summer heat wave in Mississippi. We’ve had bent rods and big smiles as we battle big bronze bulls to the back of the boat. These trophies have been taking chunks of crab and cut baits like spot or hardhead on 8/0 circle hooked fishfinder rigs. The areas from the lower Tangier and Pocomoke Sound all the way down to just north of Cape Charles have been the most fertile, as anglers aggressively engage with these monsters in depths of 15 to 30 feet of water. Structure like natural hills and sloughs, as well as man made reefs are providing the scene for some of the best physical therapy around. While you are soaking crab chunks around the many reefs sites of the lower bay, don’t be surprised if you encounter a sheepshead or big black drum as a bonus. Several smaller, yet tasty, blacks have been boated right along with the reef resident reds.
The seaside has a little autumn excitement. The surf has been a bit quiet this summer but is now offering up some nice spot and a couple of reds. The reds have not been super numerous, however, the spot have been eager to scrap in the suds. Small float rigs tipped with bloodworm casted just beyond the break will provide plenty of panfish for the frying pan.
Farther east (when the wind allows) the offshore bite has been pretty darn good. A mix of white marlin and mahi made for an experience that will provide an unforgettable airshow that’ll make stress disappear faster than the line on your reel. The marlin have chose to do battle on the deep depths of the offshore canyons abreast of the ESVA. But the mahi have made it in a little closer to lay under floating flotsam around the twenty fathom line. Don’t come back without trying some tiles from the deep blue depths. These fish are a bountiful bonus that taste fantastic!
This week I had the privilege of taking my good friends, the Kriger’s. It came to my attention that neither of my good friends had ever boated a trophy red. To my delight, I got them out on Wednesday night and was able to witness both of them experience something brand new and breathtaking. They were perfect on the rod as they landed nine big bulls with citations for everybody. As I watched Miss Vanessa battling the last fish exactly as the sun retired behind the horizon, it became apparent how much we take for granted. In other words grab the ones you love and don’t dare let them miss any of the opportunities forwarded to us by this wonderful place that we call home!
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Well, Fall always means school is about to begin. For some, that means pencils, paper and homework. But, for a select few of Eastern Shoremen, the term “ school “ is more relevant to groups of fish that provide fatiguing fights and fantastic fillets. So let’s take advantage of the nice temperatures and stretch our lines out doing what we love this Labor Day!
The drum bite on the Chesapeake is “RED” hot! We have had an excellent week on bull reds in the lower bay as they “school “ up for their annual spawn. Most fish have been intercepted in 15-30 foot depths in and around the sloughs and hills of the bay from the lower Pocomoke sound down to Cape Charles. The tide needs to be running and the 8/0 circle hooks on fishfinder rigs need to be sharp. But, when that golden ball of fire starts to go down, so will your rods. Soon you’ll be battling a bronze brute that will bend your rod while bringing a much needed smile up from your heart. All while watching a sunset that can only be rivaled in the Florida keys. Along with the reds, some cobia have appeared and gobbled up the chunks of cut spot and hardhead that we had intended to entice the reds. Truly a breathtaking bonus!
The shallows have been a little lackluster as a few specs and rock have been brought to the gunwale. Popping corks and swimming plugs ( both surface and suspending) have been the most tempting offerings. The puppy drum situation continues to be disappointing with a very few redfish in the slot. Hopefully, with the gift of cooler weather, the sweetwater will get a little sweeter and the action will be a little more aggressive.
The structures on the bay have produced a few nice sheepish surprises. Some nice Sheepshead have been coerced into the net with the help of tog jigs tipped with peeler. While you’re around the reefs take a minute and throw a Rapala x-rap. There have been some good blues that provide fun and excitement to save the day, even if fishing is a bit slow.
The seaside news comes to us from the deep blue waters of the Atlantic. A good White Marlin bite has emerged in the depths of the canyons from the Poormans to the Washington. Also the Yellowfin and Mahi action has improved since the passing of the storm. For those of us that value the fillets in the fryer more than the aerial acrobatics of paleigic pullage, the tile bite continues to bring us saltwater sustenance that will satisfy the heartiest of appetites. The flounder action, both inside and offshore of the inlets, is recovering from the turbid waters and freakishly high tides of the previous week. However, there have been a few nice flatfish thrown in the fish box and given the guest of honor place at the family dinner.
This week I have been blessed to have the opportunity to have taken clients fishing from all over the country. We wrestled reds, caught some Cobia and sat in disbelief of the serene sight of an Eastern Shore sunset. I saw folks who were speechless while experiencing events that we may take for granted every day . So make it a point to appreciate what God had given us, and get out there and enjoy this wonderful place that we call home!
The drum bite on the Chesapeake is “RED” hot! We have had an excellent week on bull reds in the lower bay as they “school “ up for their annual spawn. Most fish have been intercepted in 15-30 foot depths in and around the sloughs and hills of the bay from the lower Pocomoke sound down to Cape Charles. The tide needs to be running and the 8/0 circle hooks on fishfinder rigs need to be sharp. But, when that golden ball of fire starts to go down, so will your rods. Soon you’ll be battling a bronze brute that will bend your rod while bringing a much needed smile up from your heart. All while watching a sunset that can only be rivaled in the Florida keys. Along with the reds, some cobia have appeared and gobbled up the chunks of cut spot and hardhead that we had intended to entice the reds. Truly a breathtaking bonus!
The shallows have been a little lackluster as a few specs and rock have been brought to the gunwale. Popping corks and swimming plugs ( both surface and suspending) have been the most tempting offerings. The puppy drum situation continues to be disappointing with a very few redfish in the slot. Hopefully, with the gift of cooler weather, the sweetwater will get a little sweeter and the action will be a little more aggressive.
The structures on the bay have produced a few nice sheepish surprises. Some nice Sheepshead have been coerced into the net with the help of tog jigs tipped with peeler. While you’re around the reefs take a minute and throw a Rapala x-rap. There have been some good blues that provide fun and excitement to save the day, even if fishing is a bit slow.
The seaside news comes to us from the deep blue waters of the Atlantic. A good White Marlin bite has emerged in the depths of the canyons from the Poormans to the Washington. Also the Yellowfin and Mahi action has improved since the passing of the storm. For those of us that value the fillets in the fryer more than the aerial acrobatics of paleigic pullage, the tile bite continues to bring us saltwater sustenance that will satisfy the heartiest of appetites. The flounder action, both inside and offshore of the inlets, is recovering from the turbid waters and freakishly high tides of the previous week. However, there have been a few nice flatfish thrown in the fish box and given the guest of honor place at the family dinner.
This week I have been blessed to have the opportunity to have taken clients fishing from all over the country. We wrestled reds, caught some Cobia and sat in disbelief of the serene sight of an Eastern Shore sunset. I saw folks who were speechless while experiencing events that we may take for granted every day . So make it a point to appreciate what God had given us, and get out there and enjoy this wonderful place that we call home!
