Fishing the DMV

Thomas Arens
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Fishing the DMV Podcast is the #1 Fishing Podcast for all things fishing in D.C, MD, VA, PA and NC ! Join Thomas every week as he talks to local guides, State biologists, and local tournament winners. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify, and so much more 

  1. 2D AGO

    Bassmaster Memories from a JDM Tackle Legend | Megabass & DEPS

    On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Lin Bell, owner of Fishing Pro Tech and one of the true pioneers who helped introduce JDM tackle (Japanese Domestic Market fishing tackle) to the American bass fishing scene. If you love Bassmaster Classic history, tournament bass fishing, high-end fishing gear, and cutting-edge Japanese lures, this is an episode you do NOT want to miss. Lin takes us back through decades of innovation in professional bass fishing, sharing unforgettable Bassmaster Classic stories, behind-the-scenes tournament memories, and how Japanese lure technology forever changed the way anglers fish for largemouth bass and smallmouth bass in the United States. From the early days of importing Japanese crankbaits, jerkbaits, and swimbaits to the modern explosion of BFS (Bait Finesse System), glide baits, and high-performance baitcasting reels, Lin breaks down how JDM tackle reshaped competitive bass fishing at every level. Then we’re joined by Hunter for a deep dive into what’s NEW at the shop! We talk the latest drops from Megabass, DEPS, BFS baits, premium swimbaits, topwater lures, tungsten terminal tackle, JDM rods and reels, and some of the most sought-after Japanese bass fishing gear in the country. Whether you're into power fishing, finesse fishing, offshore structure fishing, or trophy bass hunting, there’s something in this episode for every serious angler. Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Fishing Pro Tech on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech/about If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get free shipping off any Super Blue Stuff roll-ons when you use the code FISHING! Click the link below right here:  https://bit.ly/4buUMb5  Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278 Email: lin@fishingprotech.us Fishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168  Tiger Crankbaits on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/tigercrankbaits #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    41 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Virginia BIG Bass Hunters Reveal How to Catch Trophy Largemouth

    Help keep ALIVE support us on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re diving deep into the world of BIG BASS FISHING in Virginia with Aidan and Caden — two of Virginia’s top big bass hunters who specialize in targeting trophy largemouth bass using glide baits, swimbaits, and power fishing techniques. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to catch giant bass, throw oversized glide baits, or unlock the secrets to landing a potential Virginia state record largemouth, this episode is for you. We break down: ·      The BEST glide baits and swimbaits for big bass fishing ·      Where to find trophy largemouth bass in Virginia lakes and reservoirs ·      Pre-spawn bass fishing strategies that produce GIANT fish ·      How to fish big baits for pressured bass ·      The tackle setup you NEED for glide bait fishing (rods, reels, line) ·      Seasonal bass fishing patterns that trigger monster strikes ·      The lakes that could produce the NEXT Virginia state record bass Aidan on TikTok: https://linktr.ee/aidanfordfishing?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=52595b12-ebf8-4a2d-b6c5-5aace02ad1d9  Aidan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanfordfishing  Aidan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aidanfordfishing  Caden on TikTok: caden.fishing Caden on Instagram: caden.haines Fish Everything Website: https://www.fisheverythingcustoms.com/ If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get free shipping off any Super Blue Stuff roll-ons when you use the code FISHING! Click the link below right here:  https://bit.ly/4buUMb5  Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278 Email: lin@fishingprotech.us Fishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168  Tiger Crankbaits on Facebook!! https://www.facebook.com/tigercrankbaits #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    1h 43m

  3. FEB 6

    This Is Why Local Bass Fishing Clubs Are Blowing Up with Shawn Cowart

    On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV I have on Shawn Cowart. Shawn talks to us about his story and the Fish On Bass Anglers a Mid-Atlantic bass fishing club founded in 1999 that serves anglers across Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, DC area. The club is built around organized tournament fishing while emphasizing camaraderie, sportsmanship, and learning on the water. Fish On Bass Anglers hosts a seasonal schedule of tournaments on a variety of regional waters, offering both draw-style and partner events for boaters and co-anglers, along with traditional weigh-ins, lunker awards, and end-of-season recognition. Welcoming anglers of all experience levels, the club focuses on creating a fun, competitive, and community-driven environment that helps members grow as anglers while enjoying time on the water together.  We also discussed how to get into bass fishing, not at the high tournament level, but at the local grassroots level in the Maryland and Northern Virginia area.  If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  Fish On Bass Anglers Website: https://www.fishonbassanglers.com/about  Fish on Bass Anglers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FishOnBassAnglers/photos  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get free shipping off any Super Blue Stuff roll-ons when you use  the code FISHING! Click the link below right here:  https://bit.ly/4buUMb5  Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278 Email: lin@fishingprotech.us Fishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168  #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    48 min

  4. FEB 4

    Kayak Bass Fishing Tips to Catch More Spring Bass with AOY champ Eddie Butler

    Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re joined by Northern Virginia Kayak Bass Anglers (NVKBA) 2025 Angler of the Year Eddie Butler to break down exactly what it takes to become a consistent, tournament-winning kayak bass fisherman. If you want to catch more bass this spring, this episode is loaded with proven fishing tips, seasonal patterns, and kayak bass strategies you can use right now. We dive deep into prespawn bass behavior, cold-water tactics, early spring locations, lure selection, and tournament mindset to help you find and catch largemouth and smallmouth bass when conditions are tough. We also break down where and how to fish some of the hottest Mid-Atlantic fisheries, including: • Lake Anna bass fishing patterns • Potomac River tidal bass fishing & grass flats • Lake Mooney kayak-friendly bank and offshore structure • Rappahannock River river current breaks & smallmouth water Whether you fish kayaks, jon boats, or the bank, you’ll learn: ·      Spring bass fishing tips (Feb–April) ·      Prespawn & staging area secrets ·      Best kayak fishing setups and gear ·      Tournament strategy & consistency habits ·      How to break down new water fast ·      Confidence baits & lure choices (jigs, chatterbaits, jerkbaits, finesse) ·      Tidal river bass fishing adjustments If you’re searching for kayak bass fishing tips, how to catch bass in cold water, spring bass fishing techniques, tournament kayak fishing advice, or Mid-Atlantic fishing reports, this episode is for you. Hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and drop a comment with where you’re fishing this spring — we might feature your lake or river next! NVKBA Website: https://nvkba.com/ NVKBA on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fishnvkba  Click the link below to get free shipping off any super blue stuff roll-on when you use the code FISHING! Click the link below right here: https://bit.ly/4buUMb5 If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com  Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get free shipping off any super blue stuff roll-on when you use the code FISHING! Click the link below right here: https://bit.ly/4buUMb5  #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    1h 16m

  5. FEB 3

    Emergency UPLOAD!! What’s REALLY Happening at Smith Mountain Lake?!

    Anglers ALERT: Big Changes Coming to Smith Mountain Lake (Public Meeting Info) In today’s episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re breaking down one of the hottest topics in Virginia fishing right now — aquatic vegetation (hydrilla/SAV) at Smith Mountain Lake and what it means for anglers, guides, and local businesses. For some, grass is a game-changer that improves habitat and fishing. For others, it raises concerns. So what’s the right balance? TLAC recently met with guides, business owners, and anglers to start the conversation, and now there’s a public meeting where YOUR voice matters. The goal isn’t conflict — it’s collaboration. Show up informed, ready to listen, and ready to help shape a plan that protects both the fishery and the fishing community. Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!!   Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast Public Meeting: Wednesday, February 4 6:00 PM 400 Scruggs Rd, Moneta, VA 24121 The meeting will also be live streamed Link down below: https://www.youtube.com/live/yemAQ7FsoZA If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Link to Billy Kohls bait shop: https://www.smithmountainlakefishing.com/baitshop Check out Billy Kohls website at: Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Guide https://www.smithmountainlakefishing.com/about Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/   #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    31 min

  6. FEB 2

    Lake Anna Winter Bass Fishing MASTERCLASS with Matt Strykul of SB Fishing

    On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to Lake Anna, one of the hottest winter bass fishing lakes in the Mid-Atlantic, to break down why this place continues to fish like an absolute cold-water bass factory. We’re joined by the man, the myth, the legend Matt Strykul of SB Fishing, fresh off BACK-TO-BACK tournament wins at the Sturgeon Creek Marina Winter Series. Matt and Randy Shafer dominated the field, securing 2nd place Angler of the Year and closing out the series with an incredible 28.73-lb limit, anchored by a 7.93-lb winter giant — proof that big largemouth bass don’t stop biting when the water gets cold. In this episode we dive deep into:  • Winter bass fishing patterns on Lake Anna  • Cold water tactics & prespawn transition strategies  • Key baits   • Tournament prep and breaking down pressured fish  • Electronics, structure, and offshore winter spots  • Matt’s journey as a YouTube angler and the mental side of competing If you want to learn how to catch big bass in winter and early spring, understand the spring transition bite, and see why Lake Anna consistently produces giant tournament limits, this episode is packed with real-world tips, patterns, and motivation from one of the hardest-working anglers in the game. 🎣 Subscribe for weekly bass fishing tips, tournament coverage, Mid-Atlantic lake breakdowns, and interviews with top anglers & biologists. Book a trip with Book a Trip with Matt of SB fishing Right here! https://www.lakeannabassfishing.com/book-online  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast Follow Matt on his social media accounts below:  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@SBFishing Instagram: https://instagram.com/sbfishingtv?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get free shipping off any roll-on when you use  the code FISHING! Click the link below right here:  https://bit.ly/4buUMb5  Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278 Email: lin@fishingprotech.us Fishing Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168  #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    56 min

  7. JAN 29

    The Untold Story of a Bass Fishing Pioneer | Charlie Taylor Tribute

    On this special bass fishing episode of Fishing the DMV, we revisit one of the most heartfelt and inspiring fishing stories in our channel history. In August, we lost Charlie Taylor at 86 — a bass fishing legend whose impact on the freshwater fishing community will live on. Charlie was the founder of Lots-A-Luck Bassmasters and New Horizon Bass Anglers, and was instrumental in creating the New Horizon Bass Anglers Youth Foundation, which hosts one of the longest-running youth fishing derbies in the country at Lake Fairfax — a must-see kids fishing event for anglers of all ages.  Charlie’s passion for bass fishing techniques, fishing education, and mentoring young anglers made him a beloved fixture in the community. He loved sharing fishing tips, telling incredible fishing tales, and helping both beginners and seasoned anglers improve their game — from bass boat strategy to lure selection, casting techniques, and more.  Charlie also made memorable appearances at the Dale City Fishing and Flea Market Show — an annual fishing expo held Saturday, January 31 from 8 AM to 1 PM at the local fire department — and his presence will be dearly missed. In this episode, I’m honored to share my interview with Charlie Taylor, where he recounts how his love for fishing began back in 1970. As a supervisor with 7-Eleven, a store manager told him he needed a hobby… and that conversation sparked a lifelong bass fishing obsession that defined his life. This episode is a tribute to a man whose dedication to bass fishing tips, youth fishing education, and the angling community helped shape the lives of countless fishermen and women. Whether you’re here for freshwater fishing content, bass fishing techniques, or inspirational fishing stories, this episode honors a true icon of the sport. Don’t miss this legacy-filled bass fishing interview and celebration of one of the greats in our community. 🎣🔥 Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!!   Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com New Horizon Bass Anglers Website: https://nhbayouthfoundation.weebly.com/ New Horizon Bass Anglers Youth Fishing Derbies https://nhbayouthfoundation.weebly.com/kids-derbies.html New Horizon Bass Anglers Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/379351796223252 Fishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/   Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/   Click the link below to get 25% off any roll-on when you use  the code FISHING. https://emutherapy.com/pages/welcome-fishing-the-dmv-viewers-and-listeners  #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtips Support the show

    2h 15m

  8. JAN 26

    452 | Cold Water Bass Fishings Patterns That ACTUALLY Work (Late Winter Fishing Tips)

    On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re heading to one of Virginia’s premier bass fisheries with Billy Kohls, owner and head guide of Smith Mountain Lake Guide Service, for an in-depth late winter bass fishing report you won’t want to miss. 🎣❄️ Billy breaks down Smith Mountain Lake winter bass fishing during the critical late-winter to early-spring transition, covering where bass are positioned, how their behavior changes as water temperatures slowly rise, and what anglers should be targeting to consistently catch fish. We dive deep into cold-water bass patterns, including winter largemouth and spotted bass locations, depth ranges, structure vs. cover, and how weather fronts, water clarity, and lake conditions impact the bite. This episode is packed with winter bass fishing tips, including best winter bass lures, slow-presentation techniques, and how to adjust your approach as fish begin staging for the prespawn. Whether you’re fishing deep water structure, main lake points, channel swings, or transition areas, Billy shares proven strategies to help you catch more bass during the toughest time of the year. If you’re looking to improve your winter bass fishing, learn how to fish Smith Mountain Lake in late winter, or prepare for the prespawn bass bite, this episode delivers high-level insight from one of the most knowledgeable guides on the lake. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow Fishing the DMV for more bass fishing reports, seasonal fishing patterns, and expert fishing advice from top anglers and guides across the Mid-Atlantic!  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!!   Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com Link to Billy Kohls bait shop: https://www.missilebaits.store?bg_ref=oUaVC7GDPV Check out Billy Kohls website at: Smith Mountain Lake Fishing Guide https://www.smithmountainlakefishing.com/about Check Billy out on Instagram down below: https://www.instagram.com/billy_kohlsfishing/ Check out Billy Kohls YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@billykohlsfishing3697 Fishing the DMV Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/fishingthedmv/?utm_medium=copy_link Jake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/  Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/  Click the link below to get 15% off any roll-on when you use the code BLUEFISH. BlueStuff.com/FishingtheDMV  #fishing #bassfishing #smithmountainlake Support the show

    1h 7m
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Fishing the DMV Podcast is the #1 Fishing Podcast for all things fishing in D.C, MD, VA, PA and NC ! Join Thomas every week as he talks to local guides, State biologists, and local tournament winners. Available on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify, and so much more 

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  • Creator
    Thomas Arens
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    526
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Fishing the DMV
  • Show Website
    Fishing the DMV

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