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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!
Summer is flying by and we’ve got to make sure we enjoy every last sunset. Even though the weather encroaches on our plans with rain , wind, and tides, there are plenty of Eastern Shore opportunities to behold before autumn.
The stiff easterly breezes have forced the bulk of our efforts to the Chesapeake Bay side of the shore. The biggest, bullish, news comes with a bronze shine. The bull red fishing is off the hook….. or rather on the hook in the southern Chesapeake. These big spot-tail trophies are spawning in and around the sloughs and hills of the Chesapeake adjacent of Pungoteague creek down to Cape Charles. Most fish have been engaged around sunset in 20 to 30 foot depths. A fishfinder rig sporting an 8/0 circle with a succulent piece of spot seems to ring the dinner bell for these supersized scrappers. Along with the opportunity to roughhouse with trophy reds you will encounter sharks, blues ,and even a Cobia if you’re lucky. All are willing to tighten up your line and keep things interesting.
While the red drum bite has kept a good tempo, the shallows have also had a little action. The spec bite in the mid bay has not been awesome, but it has improved. Specs have been boated from the grass flats of Smith to the jagged metal of the target ships. Some of these same man made structures have also produced a few sheepshead and small black drum. Crab and tog jigs are the most lethal arrows in your quiver for these reef residents. While you concentrate on bottom fishing amongst the the snaggy sanctuaries of big fish, keep a look out for bunches of busting blues. A Lonley Angler topwater plug or a Rapala suspending bait can put a toothy torpedo on the end of your line and a smile on your face.
When the wind has created an antagonistic environment that keeps you from the main body of the bay, there are many leeward options that can make a fishless day finish with a frying pan full of fillets. The mouths of the Wicomico and Manokin rivers are loaded with perch and a surprising number of rock. The perch can be targeted with t&b rigs adorned with small beaded spinner hooks or small 1/16 ounce curtail jigs tipped with a small piece of peeler. The perch have been in and around the small tributary creeks found where these rivers meet the bay. Along with the perch, rock have been plentiful in some of these same locations. We casted rap-10’s around rips at the mouths of several creeks and were delighted to hear the scream of a drag as we battled the striped scrappers to the gunwale.
As I sit here watching a beautiful bronze fireball set into the depths of the Chesapeake, and hope that it turns into a brilliant bronze firework ( with a spot on its tail) on the end of my line, I realize how blessed we are. Whether the weather is rough or time is short, we are awful lucky to live in a this wonderful place that we call home!
The stiff easterly breezes have forced the bulk of our efforts to the Chesapeake Bay side of the shore. The biggest, bullish, news comes with a bronze shine. The bull red fishing is off the hook….. or rather on the hook in the southern Chesapeake. These big spot-tail trophies are spawning in and around the sloughs and hills of the Chesapeake adjacent of Pungoteague creek down to Cape Charles. Most fish have been engaged around sunset in 20 to 30 foot depths. A fishfinder rig sporting an 8/0 circle with a succulent piece of spot seems to ring the dinner bell for these supersized scrappers. Along with the opportunity to roughhouse with trophy reds you will encounter sharks, blues ,and even a Cobia if you’re lucky. All are willing to tighten up your line and keep things interesting.
While the red drum bite has kept a good tempo, the shallows have also had a little action. The spec bite in the mid bay has not been awesome, but it has improved. Specs have been boated from the grass flats of Smith to the jagged metal of the target ships. Some of these same man made structures have also produced a few sheepshead and small black drum. Crab and tog jigs are the most lethal arrows in your quiver for these reef residents. While you concentrate on bottom fishing amongst the the snaggy sanctuaries of big fish, keep a look out for bunches of busting blues. A Lonley Angler topwater plug or a Rapala suspending bait can put a toothy torpedo on the end of your line and a smile on your face.
When the wind has created an antagonistic environment that keeps you from the main body of the bay, there are many leeward options that can make a fishless day finish with a frying pan full of fillets. The mouths of the Wicomico and Manokin rivers are loaded with perch and a surprising number of rock. The perch can be targeted with t&b rigs adorned with small beaded spinner hooks or small 1/16 ounce curtail jigs tipped with a small piece of peeler. The perch have been in and around the small tributary creeks found where these rivers meet the bay. Along with the perch, rock have been plentiful in some of these same locations. We casted rap-10’s around rips at the mouths of several creeks and were delighted to hear the scream of a drag as we battled the striped scrappers to the gunwale.
As I sit here watching a beautiful bronze fireball set into the depths of the Chesapeake, and hope that it turns into a brilliant bronze firework ( with a spot on its tail) on the end of my line, I realize how blessed we are. Whether the weather is rough or time is short, we are awful lucky to live in a this wonderful place that we call home!
Good Morning From Sea Hawk Sportsfishing! The boys kept us up late… beating on the drums!
