Bethany Beach Fishing Report
April 4, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Small Stripers (Bass, Striped) are mixed with few keepers as the season fires up. If you are fishing from a boat head out for a bit bigger sizes. Bunker has been the best method to hook them so far. It won’t be long before the bite becomes consistent and anglers will be taking advantage.
Masterbaiter’s Bait
302-834-2248
April 4, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Things are beginning to fire up in the area as the weather warms up. The Striper fishing is picking up, especially in the Indian River Inlet along with 3Rs Road. Stripers are up to 22 inches. They are also swimming up and down the beaches as well. Whales Breaching and Gannets swarming usually means the bait is out there. The Round Pole bridge is holding plenty of Perch (Surf Perch) as well. You can also find them in the river and the ditch. We are looking good for a great season ahead!
Bill’s Sport Shop
302-645-7654
billsss@comcast.net www.billssportshop.com
April 4, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – The bite is all on small Stripers in the back bays and beaches. There are a few keepers here and there however they aren’t consistent yet. Artificial Swim Shads, Rattletraps and Buck Tails are all working well to hook them. White or Chartreuse are key colors. There are great numbers of shorts. Bluefish haven’t quite shown up yet. Small Dogfish (Dogfish, Spiny) are running the beach. Fenwick Tackle has plenty of live bait in store! Stop in and stock up!
Fenwick Tackle
302-539-7766
March 29, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
March 10, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
March 3, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
February 15, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
February 15, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
February 9, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
February 2, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you are looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
January 27, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – During the Winter season most the migratory fish have left the area and the variety of fish available in State waters are slim. Some anglers are still targeting Tautog offshore and Stripers inshore. There are not many boats left on the water over winter but the local tackle shops can always point you in the right direction if you’re looking to get offshore this winter. As we find varying weather conditions from day to day we encourage all anglers to stay safe and warm when fishing. This is a great opportunity to check out some of the current Pro Angler App features along with new additions coming soon. We look forward to bringing you more great Pro Reports when the bite fires back up.
Pro Angler Team
January 11, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Hey anglers! In order to bring you valuable, up to date content such as regulations, GPS Hotspots, and BRAND NEW features the Pro Angler App Pro Reports will be returning the week of January 16, 2017. Please feel free to take a look at last week’s reports for an idea of what’s biting or give your favorite local bait shop a shout! The Pro Angler App looks forward to bringing you lots of exciting changes as we kick off 2017!
Pro Angler Team
January 3, 2017
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Happy 2017 Anglers! Things are beginning to slow down a bit now that January has arrived. Many anglers are turning towards freshwater for Pickerel, Bass and White Perch. Flounder are scarce. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) is now catch and release only. The second phase of Stripers (Bass, Striped) have arrived in New Jersey so we hope to see them move down at some point soon. Don’t forget to renew your fishing license before you head out this year!
Bill’s Sport Shop
302-645-7654
billsss@comcast.net www.billssportshop.com
December 27, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – The recent weather has made fishing tough for anglers this week. We still expect to find some Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) throughout the inshore if anglers are able to make it on the water. They are usually beyond 20 fathoms. Search structure to find them. There may even be some Tautog mixed in. Generally stripped Squid or Clams work well to hook them and this bait should be particularly successful with all the weather lately. The Indian River Inlet has been slow as well. If you can find sheltered areas or calm conditions you may be able to hit the water for a scattered Rockfish (Bass, Striped) bite. Bucktails have been best to hook them in recent weeks. The surf has been too blown out as of late for fishing. Into the Delaware Bay we hope to see the Rockfish (Bass, Striped) continue to be caught when conditions lie down. Anglers can also head to the rips for a good catch. There may be some White Perch (Surfperch, Sand) holding up in the upper bay. Search the tidal rivers and creeks which may provide some shelter. The Woodland Beach and Port Mahon Piers may also be holding a few good fish. Bloodworms are your best bet to hook them. We hope to see more ideal fishing conditions in time for the holidays and we look forward to bringing you more reports in the New Year! Wishing you a Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Pro Angler Team!
Pro Angler Team
December 23, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – The recent weather has made fishing tough for anglers this week. We still expect to find some Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) throughout the inshore if anglers are able to make it on the water. They are usually beyond 20 fathoms. Search structure to find them. There may even be some Tautog mixed in. Generally stripped Squid or Clams work well to hook them and this bait should be particularly successful with all the weather lately. The Indian River Inlet has been slow as well. If you can find sheltered areas or calm conditions you may be able to hit the water for a scattered Rockfish (Bass, Striped) bite. Bucktails have been best to hook them in recent weeks. The surf has been too blown out as of late for fishing. Into the Delaware Bay we hope to see the Rockfish (Bass, Striped) continue to be caught when conditions lie down. Anglers can also head to the rips for a good catch. There may be some White Perch (Surfperch, Sand) holding up in the upper bay. Search the tidal rivers and creeks which may provide some shelter. The Woodland Beach and Port Mahon Piers may also be holding a few good fish. Bloodworms are your best bet to hook them. We hope to see more ideal fishing conditions in time for the holidays and we look forward to bringing you more reports in the New Year! Wishing you a Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from the Pro Angler Team!
Pro Angler Team
December 13, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Some Tautog are being caught inshore. Rockfish (Bass, Striped) are spotty here and there. There are mostly schoolies swimming the inlets and bays. They are biting all hours of the day.
OFFSHORE – Outside we are seeing plenty of Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Tautog. They are in 80-100 ft. Squid or Clam on the bottom will do well to hook the Sea Bass. You can never go wrong using Green Crabs for the Tog.
Hook’em & Cook’em Outfitters
302-539-6243
www.hookemcookemoutfitters.com
December 7, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Big Stripers (Bass, Striped) around 30 lbs are biting in the Delaware Bay. There is a record pending for a 62 lb fish. Using Mojos, Stretches, Bucktails and Eels are your best bet. Cast, troll or drift the rips in the Delaware Bay. Big Tautog are on the wrecks and outer wall. We hope to see some of these fish on the surf with the recent North East wind. They are about half to three quarters of a mile off the beach. Up the bay towards the river things are a bit slow. Head to the mouth of the Delaware bay around 8A, 8B and Overfall Shoals. Trolling out of Indian River Inlet head South in front of Sea Colony to Fenwick where you can hit them along the beach. Look for birds, whales and Bunker. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are on the Radford Wreck and Del-Jersey-Land Reef. With the recent winds it has been a little difficult to get out.
Bill’s Sport Shop
302-645-7654
www.billssportshop.com
November 31, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Small Rockfish (Bass, Striped) continue to turn up locally. Anglers are heading to the inlet at Ocean City to find them. Finger Mullet or Bunker has been working well to hook them. Fish Bites and Gulp are great alternatives.
Buck’s Place
443-513-4661
November 21, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – The bite has been steady overall this week. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are doing great when you can get to the wrecks. Tautog is a bit slow on the wrecks however. In the inlet we are starting to see keeper Rockfish (Bass, Striped). There are still quite a few shorts swimming. Bucktails are doing well to hook them during an incoming tide.
Hook’em & Cook’em Outfitters
302-539-6243
info@hookemcookem.com www.hookemcookemoutfitters.com
November 16, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Tautog are biting this week. They are small and being caught in Ocean City around Stinky Beach and the South Jetty between 2nd and 4th. They are up to 12 inches. The same goes for the outer wall. There aren’t many keepers. The bay is slow this week. The big Bass (Bass, Striped) aren’t here yet. Stripers are being caught around Route 90 Bridge and Ocean City. You can also catch fish under the Route 50 bridge. A few keepers have even been caught using live Spot or throwing Bombers. Eels aren’t as productive this week. The beaches are holding small Bluefish to 15 inches.
BAIT REPORT – There are no reports of Menhaden this week. They disappeared after the last storm.
Fenwick Tackle
302-539-7766
November 9, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Short Rockfish (Bass, Striped) are in the inlet. They can be caught on the outgoing tide. The occasional Bluefish can be caught on the beach. No one is really going off the shore aside the odd Sea Bass boat. Tautog has slowed down but should pick back up before the full moon. Some keeper Stripers can be caught at route 54 Bridge using live Eels during the day.
OFFSHORE – 25 miles out we are seeing some good Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black).
BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) are scarce in the back bay but should still be swimming the ocean.
Hook’em & Cook’em
302-539-6243
info@hookemcookem.com www.hookemcookemoutfitters.com
November 2, 2016
Bethany Beach Fishing Report
INSHORE – Anglers are catching plenty of small Bluefish during the day out in the ocean. In the bay we are seeing small Stripers (Bass, Striped) at night. A few Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are swimming the edge of the bay. Croaker (Croaker, Atlantic) have slowed down, they aren’t the focus of most anglers. Stripers and Bluefish are the main bite.
Fenwick Tackle
302-539-7766
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