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Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Fishing Report - Daily

Tune in to the "Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Daily Fishing Report" for up-to-the-minute insights on fishing conditions in Chesapeake Bay. Get expert tips, weather updates, and explore the best fishing spots in Virginia. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a fishing enthusiast, this podcast offers valuable information to enhance your fishing adventures. Discover more about local fish species, bait recommendations, and seasonal patterns to maximize your catch. Don't miss your daily dose of fishing wisdom and ensure a successful day on the water with our expert hosts. For more info go to https://www.quietperiodplease.... Get all your gear befoe you leave the dock Also check out https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...

  1. 12 HR AGO

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Perch, Cats, and Spring Fishing Hotspots

    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 22, 2025. We've got a beautiful spring day ahead of us, folks. Sunrise is at 7:02 AM, and sunset's at 7:21 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. The weather's looking mighty fine with partly cloudy skies and highs in the mid-60s. As for tides, we've got a high tide at 6:05 AM and another at 6:31 PM, with lows at 12:56 PM and just after midnight. Now, let's talk fish. The striped bass catch-and-release season is winding down, so get out there while you still can! Anglers have been having good luck around the Calvert Cliffs Power Plant, with some nice 20 to 30-inchers being caught. Remember, though, no targeting after March 31st. Yellow perch and white perch runs are in full swing in the tributaries. The Tuckahoe River's been hot, with anglers pulling in good numbers using minnows on white and pink shad darts. Some folks are even catching a mix of yellows and whites in the same spots. For you catfish enthusiasts, the blue cats are biting hard in the upper Bay. Cut bait in 15 to 25 feet of water is the ticket. Now, for the lures. Can't go wrong with soft plastic paddletails for those stripers. The Tsunami Soft Bait Swim Shad has been a killer lately. For perch, small jigs and crappie lures are doing the trick. And don't forget about good ol' live bait – bloodworms and grass shrimp are always solid choices this time of year. As for hot spots, I'd say give Rudee Inlet a shot for some red drum action. They've been hanging around the docks and deeper sections. And if you're up for a bit of a drive, the Potomac River's starting to see some early shad action. That's all for now, folks. Remember to check those regulations, especially with the striped bass season changes coming up. Tight lines, and I'll catch y'all next time!

    2 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers, Perch, and Monster Blues Bite in March 2025

    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 21, 2025. It's a beautiful spring morning out on the Bay. Sunrise was at 7:05 AM and we're looking at a high of 62°F with partly cloudy skies. Water temps are climbing into the mid-50s, which means the fish are getting more active. Tide-wise, we've got a high tide coming in at 6:45 AM, followed by a low at 1:38 PM. The evening high will be at 6:58 PM. Tides are running about average for this time of year. Now, let's talk fish. Striped bass season is still catch-and-release only until May, but anglers are reporting some nice catches. Most of the action is happening in the lower Bay, with some 30-inchers being caught near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. White perch are starting to show up in good numbers in the tributaries, and we're seeing some nice yellow perch action too. For you catfish enthusiasts, the blue cats are biting well in the James and Rappahannock rivers. Some real monsters in the 40-50 pound range have been landed this week. Lure-wise, soft plastics in white or chartreuse are working well for stripers. Try a 6-inch Storm WildEye Swim Shad or a 9-inch soft plastic on a jig head. For perch, small minnow-imitating lures or shad darts are your best bet. If you're going after those big blues, cut bait is still king. Speaking of bait, bloodworms and grass shrimp are producing well for perch. For stripers, try live eels or bunker if you can get them. As for hot spots, I'd recommend giving the Lynnhaven Inlet a shot for some striper action. The Piankatank River has been producing some nice perch catches. And if you're after those big blues, head up to the Rappahannock around Fredericksburg. Remember, folks, always check the latest regulations before you head out. Tight lines and good fishing!

    2 min

  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: March 19, 2025 - Stripers, Perch, and More on the Bite

    Hey there, Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 19, 2025. Let me tell you, it's shaping up to be a fine day on the water. We're looking at partly cloudy skies with highs around 65°F and a light breeze out of the southwest. Sunrise was at 7:09 AM and sunset will be at 7:16 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. Tide-wise, we've got a low tide at 4:17 AM, followed by a high at 10:51 AM. Another low comes in at 6:07 PM, with the final high at 10:53 PM. Water temps are hovering in the mid-50s, which has the fish starting to get more active. Speaking of fish, the striped bass bite has been heating up lately. Anglers have been reporting good catches of 20 to 30-inch rockfish around the Bay Bridge-Tunnel and along channel edges. White perch are also making their way into the tributaries, with some nice catches coming from the Patuxent and Choptank rivers. For you lure slingers, soft plastics like 6-inch paddletails in white or chartreuse have been doing the trick for stripers. Don't overlook topwater lures like Zara Spooks early in the morning or on overcast days. If you're after perch, small jigs tipped with bloodworms or grass shrimp are the ticket. For you live bait folks, bunker (menhaden) chunks or live spot are hard to beat for stripers. Bloodworms or grass shrimp on a bottom rig will get you into the perch. As for hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the pilings around the Bay Bridge-Tunnel or working the channel edges near Buoy 72. For perch, try the deeper holes in the Patuxent near Benedict or the Choptank around the Route 50 bridge. Remember, the spring trophy season for stripers doesn't kick off until May, so it's all catch-and-release for now. Handle those fish with care and get 'em back in the water quick. That's the scoop for today, folks. Now get out there and make some memories on the water. Tight lines!

    2 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report March 2025: Stripers, Perch, and Monster Catfish Await Anglers

    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 17, 2025. Let me tell ya, spring is in the air and the fish are startin' to bite! First off, let's talk tides. We've got a high tide comin' in around 9:36 AM, peakin' at about 5.4 feet. Low tide's hittin' around 4:27 PM at 4.34 feet. Sunrise is at 7:13 AM and sunset's at 7:14 PM, so we've got plenty of daylight to work with. Weather-wise, it's lookin' pretty decent. We're expectin' partly cloudy skies with temps in the mid-50s. Winds are gonna be light and variable, which should make for some nice conditions out on the water. Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! Striped bass are still catch-and-release only, but they're startin' to move into shallower waters. Anglers have been havin' some luck with 7-inch soft plastic jigs and shallow-runnin' crankbaits. Remember, you gotta use circle hooks if you're usin' natural bait. Yellow perch are still runnin' in some of the tributaries, but that action's startin' to slow down. White perch, on the other hand, are just gettin' fired up. Bloodworms and small minnows have been workin' well for them. Blue catfish are bitin' like crazy in the rivers. Cut bait like gizzard shad or bunker is your best bet for these big boys. I heard of a fella pullin' in a 50-pounder near the Potomac last week! For you lure enthusiasts out there, I've been havin' good luck with white bucktails tipped with a 4-inch Gulp! Swimming Mullet for stripers. For the perch, try small inline spinners or 2-inch curly tail grubs in chartreuse or white. As for hot spots, the Susquehanna Flats are producin' some nice catch-and-release action for stripers. If you're after catfish, try anchoring up near the mouth of the Patuxent River or the deep holes in the Potomac. Remember, folks, always check the latest regulations before you head out. Tight lines and good fishin'!

    2 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    "Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Spring Awakening, Stripers on the Move, and Hot Spots to Try"

    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 16, 2025. Let me tell ya, spring is definitely in the air and the fish are starting to wake up from their winter slumber. First off, let's talk tides. We've got a low tide at 6:29 AM and a high tide at 11:40 AM. The second low tide is at 6:38 PM, so plan your day accordingly. Sunrise is at 7:14 AM and sunset at 7:12 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Weather-wise, we're looking at a partly cloudy day with temperatures in the mid-50s. Winds are expected to be light and variable, which should make for some nice conditions out on the water. Now, onto the good stuff - the fish! Striped bass (or rockfish, as we like to call 'em) are starting to move up the Bay for their spring spawn. Anglers have been having some luck with catch-and-release fishing, especially around the Calvert Cliffs area. Remember, it's catch-and-release only until May 16th, so handle those fish with care. White perch are also on the move, with good numbers being caught in the tributaries. The Choptank and Nanticoke rivers have been particularly hot spots. Grass shrimp under a bobber or small soft plastics on a 1/8 oz jig have been working well. For you catfish enthusiasts, the blue cats are starting to bite more aggressively as the water warms up. The channel edges near the mouth of the Potomac have been producing some nice fish. Lure-wise, for stripers, I'd recommend trying some large soft plastic jigs in the 6-10 inch range. White or chartreuse have been good colors. For perch, small inline spinners or 2-inch curly tail grubs on a light jighead are your best bet. If you're looking for some hot spots, I'd suggest trying around the Bay Bridge pilings for stripers or heading up to the Susquehanna Flats. For perch, Waysons Corner on the Patuxent or the upper Choptank near Greensboro have been producing well. That's all for now, folks. Remember to check those regulations before you head out, and as always, tight lines!

    3 min

  6. 15 MAR

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report March 2025: Perch, Stripers, and Monster Catfish

    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 15, 2025. We're looking at a partly cloudy day with temps in the mid-50s. Sunrise was at 7:23 AM and sunset will be at 7:06 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to wet our lines. Tide-wise, we've got a high tide around 6:06 PM, so plan accordingly. The water's still on the chilly side, but things are starting to wake up. Yellow perch are running strong in most tributaries, so head up to the Susquehanna or Mattaponi if you're after those golden beauties. Minnows have been the ticket for getting bites. Striped bass fishing has been hit or miss, but there's still some catch-and-release action to be had before the no-targeting closure kicks in next month. The Calvert Cliffs power plant area has been producing some decent-sized rockfish in the 20 to 30-inch range. Just remember to check those regulations, folks! Blue catfish have been active lately, especially after that rain we had. Anglers are pulling in some monsters in the 20 to 40-pound class. Try fishing the channel edges in 15 to 25 feet of water with cut bait like gizzard shad or eel. As for lures, you can't go wrong with a Rapala X-Rap for those stripers. The Storm WildEye Swim Shad has also been producing, especially for kayak anglers. If you're fly fishing, tie on a 9 to 12-inch Lefty's Deceiver and you might just land yourself a trophy. For you bottom-feeders out there, bloodworms on a top-and-bottom rig are still the go-to for panfish like spot and croaker. Hot spots this week include the Susquehanna Flats for catch-and-release striper action, and the James River for those big blue cats. The Patuxent's also been heating up for white perch. Remember, folks, spring's just around the corner, and the fishing's only gonna get better from here on out. Tight lines, and I'll catch y'all next time!

    2 min

  7. 14 MAR

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Spring Run Heats Up, Perch and Stripers on the Move

    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 14, 2025. We're looking at a beautiful day on the water today. Sunrise was at 7:16 AM and sunset will be at 7:11 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. The weather's shaping up nicely with temperatures in the mid-60s and a light breeze from the southwest. Tide-wise, we've got a low tide at 5:50 AM, followed by a high at 11:06 AM. Another low comes in at 6:06 PM, with the final high tide of the day at 11:21 PM. Keep an eye on those tides, as they can make or break your fishing success. Now, let's talk fish. The spring run is starting to heat up, folks! Yellow perch are making their way up the tributaries, and anglers are having good luck in the Susquehanna and Patuxent rivers. White perch are also starting to show up in decent numbers. For you striper enthusiasts, catch-and-release fishing is still open until the end of the month, so get out there while you can. We've been seeing some nice 20 to 30-inchers around the Calvert Cliffs power plant. Catfish action has been steady, with both blue and channel cats biting well. Some real monsters have been pulled out of the Potomac and James rivers lately. As for lures, small jigs tipped with minnows or grass shrimp have been killer for perch. For stripers, soft plastics like BKDs or Zoom Flukes in white or chartreuse are working well. Don't forget about good old bucktails either – they're always a solid choice this time of year. If you're more of a bait fisherman, bloodworms and minnows are your best bet for perch. For stripers, try fresh cut bunker or soft crab if you can get your hands on some. Hot spots to check out: The Susquehanna Flats are heating up for catch-and-release striper action. For perch, try the upper reaches of the Choptank or Nanticoke rivers. And if you're after those big blues, the channel edges near the Bay Bridge-Tunnel have been producing some real bruisers. Remember, folks, the fishing's only going to get better from here on out. So grab your gear, hit the water, and tight lines to all of you!

    3 min

  8. 12 MAR

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report: Stripers Staging, Perch Spawning, and Catfish Biting Big

    Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 12, 2025. We're looking at a beautiful day on the water with partly cloudy skies and temps in the mid-60s. Sunrise was at 7:19 AM and sunset will be at 7:09 PM. Tides are running average today with high tide at 9:53 AM and low tide at 4:57 PM. The fishing has been heating up as we move into spring. Striped bass are starting to stage for their spawning run, but remember it's catch-and-release only until May 16th. Anglers have been having luck jigging soft plastics and throwing shallow-diving crankbaits in 15-40 feet of water near channel edges. The CCNPP warm water discharge has been a hot spot. White perch are moving into the tributaries to spawn. Bloodworms and grass shrimp on small jigs or bottom rigs have been producing well. The Patuxent and Nanticoke rivers are good bets. Blue catfish are everywhere and hungry. Cut bait on the bottom is the ticket. Try the Potomac River or the Susquehanna Flats for some real monsters. For you lure chunkers, I've been having great luck with 4-inch paddletails in pearl or chartreuse on 1/4 to 1/2 ounce jigheads. The Rapala X-Rap in silver/blue has also been money for stripers. Don't forget to swap out those trebles for single hooks. If you're looking for some shore fishing action, Sandy Point State Park and Matapeake Pier have been producing nice catches of catfish and the occasional striper. Remember to check those regulations before you head out, especially with the striped bass closures in effect. Tight lines, everyone!

    2 min
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Tune in to the "Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Daily Fishing Report" for up-to-the-minute insights on fishing conditions in Chesapeake Bay. Get expert tips, weather updates, and explore the best fishing spots in Virginia. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a fishing enthusiast, this podcast offers valuable information to enhance your fishing adventures. Discover more about local fish species, bait recommendations, and seasonal patterns to maximize your catch. Don't miss your daily dose of fishing wisdom and ensure a successful day on the water with our expert hosts. For more info go to https://www.quietperiodplease.... Get all your gear befoe you leave the dock Also check out https://podcasts.apple.com/us/... and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/...

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