Pre-season maintenance is necessary to keep rods and reels, tackle, and other gear in working condition. This article describes a few basic saltwater fishing equipment maintenance tasks that should be addressed between the end of year and spring before the … Continued
9th Annual Great Bridge Fisherman Association (GBFA) Fishing Flea Market Saturday, March 10, 2018 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM Chesapeake Conference Center 700 Conference Center Drive Chesapeake, VA 23320 Phone: (757) 287-0330 The Great Bridge Fisherman Association’s 9th Annual Fishing … Continued
The dolphin, also known as dolphinfish or Mahi Mahi, is one of Virginia’s most popular offshore fish species. Along the Virginia Coast, dolphin are caught from May thru October using a variety of techniques. Dolphin are known for their brilliant … Continued
This post includes saltwater fishing-related things to do that can be done during the winter months. Clean, inspect, and store fishing tackle. Service rods and reels. Winterize boats, trailers, batteries, and other equipment. Check safety equipment for damage, wear, etc. … Continued
In Virginia, anglers have several choices of bait, tackle, and equipment for catching flounder. Flounder Baits Mummichogs, known locally as “bull minnows” are by far the most popular bait for catching flounder in Virginia. These hardy baits are inexpensive, readily … Continued
As saltwater anglers must to release more and more fish, circle hooks are becoming an important tool. Originally used in commercial fishing, these uniquely engineered hooks work quite differently than most other hook styles. A circle hook has the tip … Continued
This article discusses Christmas gifts related to saltwater fishing, boating, and marine recreation in Virginia. Popular gift items for Virginia anglers include t-shirts, sweatshirts, tank tops, books, calendars, coffee mugs, window and bumper stickers, ornaments, and more. Fishing shirts, hats, … Continued