Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC) recently announced that three Free Fishing Days have been established for Recreational Fishing in Virginia Saltwater areas during the first weekend in October, 2021. On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 1, 2, and 3, 2021, … Continued
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 Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Sea Bass Management Board is seeking public comments regarding Draft Addendum XXVIII to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass. Addendum … Continued
6th Annual Billfish Symposium September 14-17 International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Headquarters 300 Gulf Stream Way Dania Beach, Florida 33004 The 6th International Billfish Symposium (IBS) will be held September 14-17, 2016 at the International Game Fish Association’s (IGFA) headquarters … Continued
June 3, 4, and 5, 2016 have been designated as Free Fishing Days in Virginia. No fishing license of any kind will be required for rod and reel fishing in freshwater or saltwater, except in designated stocked trout waters, on … 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
Anglers registered 5,040 trophy-size fish for citation awards during the 57th Annual Virginia Saltwater Fishing Tournament that ran from January 1st through December 31st 2014. This was slightly below the 10-year average (2004-2013) of 5,219 citations and represents an 18% … Continued
In Virginia, anglers can fish without a license during free fishing days, June 6, 7, and 8, 2014. The annual program allows part-time fishermen to enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends without having to spend money for a … Continued
The Mid Atlantic Saltwater Fishing Expo will be held March 30-April 1, 2012 in Richmond, Va. The Expo will showcase pier fishing, surf fishing, spear fishing, inshore, and offshore fishing throughout the Mid Atlantic. The event is the largest saltwater … Continued