Virginia Fishing
May 29, 2021 18:31:08 #
mengecj
Loc: wmsbrg va.
My choice would be a medium 6.5 to7 ft rod, spin or casting. Smaller rapalas,any soft plastic that mimics crayfish, Look for rocky out crops, have at it!!! Carl.
May 30, 2021 08:41:12 #
Reded
Loc: Now Virginia, after NJ then NY
Says you live in Avon, NC, which is quite a hike from the James or any smallmouth.
If you do get near em though, light spinning tackle be great, throwing little plugs or jigs. Smallmouths love crayfish.
If you do get near em though, light spinning tackle be great, throwing little plugs or jigs. Smallmouths love crayfish.
Jun 4, 2021 15:35:08 #
boogawoods757
Loc: Cape Charles, VA
6482bodean, I live on the Eastern Shore of VA in Cape Charles. I have never heard of Cautog.. You might be referring to Tautog. Tautog is some of the best fish you will ever eat next to Tuna or Mahi-Mahi. My wife is all abut Flounder. The bite has been slow because of the weather and water conditions. Seabass is ok. Our biggest bite has been on Black Drum. Drumfish is a real good eat as well. I would check into the Shark thing before you try to land one. The Chesapeake Bay is a breading ground for all types of Sharks. Most of which are protected. If you land one that is not legal it could cost you quite a bit in fines. Just come on and enjoy your time.. Just remember to keep your rod tip up and FISH HARD.
Jun 4, 2021 16:32:13 #
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Jun 7, 2021 10:37:57 #
FishinRod
Loc: Gwynn's Island, Virginia 23066
For Smallmouth on the James and it's tributaries above the Fall line I use a Fenwick HMG 6'9" med light spinning rod, Shimano Sedona 2500 reel, 10lb braid, about 3' of 8# clear Stren mono leader, 1/8oz or so jig head, Strike King Rage Tail 3" Baby Craw and float the river in a SOT kayak. A 5wt fly rod and #6 popping bug can be good too.
Jun 13, 2021 14:49:28 #
hartwell11 wrote:
I enjoy fishing on a head boat. Haven't been able to find one. I live in Va. (Cobbs Creek), could you tell me where the head boat is located and perhaps the phone number. Thank you
I have not been this year but the ocean eagle goes out at fort Monroe hampton at 6:30 again at 1 each day
Jun 13, 2021 17:47:14 #
I have not yet been this year but ocean eagle at fort Monroe in Hampton does 2trips a day 6:30 also at 1 nice boat
Jun 14, 2021 08:05:08 #
Jun 14, 2021 08:55:34 #
Reded
Loc: Now Virginia, after NJ then NY
Any? Lots; James River, Roanoke, Lake Gaston, Kerr Lake, Staunton River, Dan River, and plenty others but word will tell you these have some the biggest. The 5-10 lb’ers taste better though
Jun 14, 2021 09:05:17 #
Jun 14, 2021 12:16:17 #
Reded
Loc: Now Virginia, after NJ then NY
I just looked at your welcome msg. Now, seeing you’re up there (Lake of ….) I’d imagine James River be your closest one for BiG cats. It’s a little bit more of a ride, but Kerr and the rivers in/out of her (especially in) have the really big ones.
Jun 14, 2021 13:03:27 #
Jun 26, 2021 11:49:11 #
Tautog is the most delicious fish that I’ve ever eaten. Sea Bass is absolutely fantastic, as well. I haven’t tried the shark, yet. You’re in for a treat, if you can bag em!
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