Chincoteague Island/Wallops Fishing Report
April 10, 2017
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
April 4, 2017
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – We are beginning to see Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] moving into the bay. Black Drum (Drum, Black) have been caught from the surf. They are a bit small at this point but will increase as the temperature heats up, they are just beginning to fire up. Schoolie Stripers (Bass, Striped) are providing great catch and release action for anglers as well. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
March 29, 2017
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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 17, 2017
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 (Oceanside) 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 a trip in 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
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island 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 6, 2017
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Rockfish (Bass, Striped) are now limited to catch and release fishing however they are still providing great action for anglers heading out this week. They are being hooked all over the bay so far and in the ocean we hope to see them move inside 3 miles. The main focus going forward will be Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Redfish (Drum, Red), and Tautog inshore. The Trout can be found all throughout the bay however with the cooler temperatures they become lethargic and therefore a bit more picky about what they will take. MirrOlures are generally a good bet in the cold water. Rudee, James and Lynnhaven Inlets are the best places to find them. Anglers will usually find Puppy Drum as bycatches in the same areas. Tautog hold up on structure so the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is a key location to fish. Once the bite turns on, don’t go too far as you’re likely to bring in a few fish at the same point. If the bridge is slow, the concrete ships at Kiptopeke are a great alternative. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish below for additional tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – In the ocean, there are still some fish to be caught nearshore this week. The bottom bite continues to produce some Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline), Grouper (Grouper, Gag), and Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black). Keep in mind the Sea Bass are catch and release only. The Triangle wrecks are producing Flounder (Flounder, Winter), Tautog and Sea Bass this week.
Green Top Hunting and Fishing
804-550-2168
info@greentophuntfish.com http://www.greentophuntfish.com
December 27, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – This week we are still seeing Tautog caught however the bite seems to be hit or miss. It’s dependant on the weather and if anglers can make it on the water. They seem to be holding up in deeper areas starting in 30 ft and moving out. The mouth of the Chesapeake Bay and the Bay Bridge Tunnel has been a key area to find them. Farther out the Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) have still been caught. Anglers are beginning to search for them from 15-20 miles. They can be found consistently off of Ocean City. 60-70 ft seems to be a key depth for them. There are some Tautog mixed in. Clam and Squid are generally your best bet to catch either fish. Things are winding down for inshore Stripers (Bass, Striped) mainly due to a lack of anglers. We see very few BIG fish left when anglers can get on the water to fish them. There are some anglers waiting to see if any will move inside the 3 mile line however this may not happen for a while. In the Bay, Bucktails and jigs have been your best bet to catch them. Live Eels on a slow troll is alo productive, especially in the Cape Charles area. Search in roughly 30-40 ft for decent sizes. 42 and 59A are producing particularly well. You can look for birds to find fish however they won’t always be there. The bite is very sporadic some days. Towards the Rudee Inlet we are still finding some Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) turning up with a sporadic Drum (Drum, Red) bite. They are fairly small sizes. Finger Mullet is the most productive bait into this week while the Trout still prefer Gulp on a jighead.
Pro Angler Team
December 19, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The weather has been hit or miss as of late. The Tautog are still biting well in 30ft of water if you can only make it that far out. There hasn’t been much in the way of keeper Rockfish (Bass, Striped) at this point. A few big fish have been caught by the Bay Bridge Tunnel. Locally, you can only find smaller fish from both boat and surf.
OFFSHORE – Getting offshore has been a bit of a challenge. If you can get you, there’s some good Sea Bass and Tautog fishing. On the rough days you can stay as close as 30 ft and still catch Tog. Most of the boats we’ve talk to say that Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are consistent up off of Ocean City. The good sizes are roughly 15-20 miles offshore. If you find yourself dealing with Bluefish and Sharks, try to avoid anything shiny. Straight up Clam to the bottom should help.
Pro Angler Team
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The weather has been hit or miss as of late. The Tautog are still biting well in 30ft of water if you can only make it that far out. There hasn’t been much in the way of keeper Rockfish (Bass, Striped) at this point. A few big fish have been caught by the Bay Bridge Tunnel. Locally, you can only find smaller fish from both boat and surf.
OFFSHORE – Getting offshore has been a bit of a challenge. If you can get you, there’s some good Sea Bass and Tautog fishing. On the rough days you can stay as close as 30 ft and still catch Tog. Most of the boats we’ve talk to say that Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are consistent up off of Ocean City. The good sizes are roughly 15-20 miles offshore. If you find yourself dealing with Bluefish and Sharks, try to avoid anything shiny. Straight up Clam to the bottom should help.
Pro Angler Team
December 15, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) recently moved in but have become a bit inactive with the cold weather. The temperatures are predicted to improve for the weekend so anglers will have a chance to hit the water again. Search 30-40 ft to find them. The surf has been quiet due to the wind. Schoolie Bass (Bass, Striped) are still in the bay when anglers can get out. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
December 7, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Blackfishing (Tautog) is improving in the lower Chesapeake Bay. The bite seems fairly consistent. Locally there are still some nice, slot sized Red Drum (Drum, Red) which is unusual for this time of year. Everything is running a bit behind due to the lack of consistently cold weather. Cut Bunker has been the primary bait. There are plenty of Stripers (Bass, Striped) around the shallow points in the Chincoteague Bay holding up on structure however they are all small, resident fish. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Pro Angler Team
November 30, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There is plenty of keeper Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) in the surf. They are biting all day long on the moving tide taking cut Mullet and cut Bunker. The back bay is best for Stripers (Bass, Striped) on swim baits. Search around the bridges. They are mostly shorts as the bigger sizes haven’t arrived yet. They are biting on the beach as well. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – Bluefish are biting offshore. They are still schooled quite thick and up to 16 inches. Search about 27-30 miles out. There are some Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) on the bottom when you get that far.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
November 23, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The recent surf tournament produced a few keeper Stripers (Bass, Striped) and some Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) and Bluefish also showed up. The are plenty of Bass in the bay this week but most are shorts. Last of the incoming and first of the outgoing is your best time to fish using 4-5 inch lime-treuse swim Shads. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are plentiful on the offshore wrecks this week.
BAIT REPORT – Peanut Bunker (Menhaden) and Glass Minnows are arou
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
November 16, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Anglers are waiting for good weather windows to head to the reefs this week. This time of year the Tautog are in pretty close. You can search to about 7 – 15 miles out for the bigger fish. Easy limits of Tautog can be found. Keeper Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) can be found out there as well. Green Crabs are working well for the Tautog. The fishing the past few weeks has been good but the weather hasn’t made getting there easy. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Capt. Frank Murphy White Lightning Sport Fishing
703-407-2700
November 9, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – A 40 lb Rockfish (Bass, Striped) came off the beach this week. Cut Bunker on a Hi/Lo rig with a circle hook worked well. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red), Snapper Bluefish and Kings (Mackerel, King) can be caught surf casting as well. The bite is on all day despite which tide you fish. On the wrecks we are seeing Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Tautog. Search from 30-50 ft. Crab and jigs are best for Tautog and Squid is better for Sea Bass fishing. The weather is not conducive to Tuna trips at this time. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
November 2, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Anglers can sight cast Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) from the surf this week. There are some Bull Reds up to 47 inches and Snapper Bluefish up to 16 inches. Most Blues are around 12 inches. Kings (Kingfish, Southern) are still running off the beach. There is still the occasional Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] being caught. Stripers (Bass, Striped) have moved in however we are still waiting to see some bigger sizes. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are swimming the offshore wrecks. Tautog are mixed in along with a few Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) about 2 miles off the beach. The weather has been a bit too rough to go farther out.
BAIT REPORT – Bunker (Menhaden) are swimming inshore this week. They are both peanut and adult size.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
October 26, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The wind has kept anglers off the ocean a lot for the last few weeks. We hope to see anglers out this weekend if the winds calm down. We are currently in a transition season at this point. Inshore wreck fishing for Tautog and Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) will begin. Tautog are beginning to school up and stick around the Southern part of the bay. They will heat up throughout November. The fish currently being caught are mostly shorts. Sea Bass has recently reopened and we expect a fantastic bite. They are moving closer inshore as the water temperature cools down. The Chesapeake Bay will also provide a nice Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) bite as the temperatures come down. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Capt. Frank Murphy White Lightning Sport Fishing
703-407-2700
October 19, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Fishing has been good for Red Drum (Drum, Red). Bluefish are around along with Kingfish (Kingfish, Northern). Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are in the bay. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – Tautog are picking up along with Sea Bass on the wrecks. Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) are farther out at the Washington. There haven’t been a lot of reports of anglers heading out that far this week.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
October 12, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Redfish have been swimming this week along with schoolie Stripers (Bass, Striped). There is still some good Bluefish action happening off the surf with an occasional big Drum (Drum, Red) being caught too. Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) and Spot can be caught using the smaller surf balls with Shrimp, Squid, Bloodworms, and or Fishbites. A few Grey Trout (Seatrout, Silver) have been also caught in the back bay. Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] can be caught on finger Mullet. Still plenty of small Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are hitting off the bridges with some Pufferfish (Puffer, Smooth) mixed in. Big Rays and Sharks are also in the surf with the biggest around 6 foot Southern Ray (Stingray, Southern). The weather has been too rough to head offshore this week. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
October 5, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – We’ve had lots of tough weather and high water from the recent winds that the only thing really going on here has been Drum (Drum, Black) at the inlet. Hopefully Hurricane Matthew holds its course offshore. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
www.captbobsmarina.net
September 28, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) and Spot are in the surf. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) are swimming the back bay. Snapper Blues (Bluefish), Sharks, Skates (Skate, Winter) and Rays (Stingray, Atlantic) are still around. Pompano (Pompano, Florida) has been caught off the beach. Cut bait is working well. Gulp on a Speck rig has been productive. Kingfish and Sea Mullet are around the inlet in great numbers and sizes. Tautog are in the nearshore this week. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are closed but still swimming. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
BAIT REPORT – Mullet are swimming the inlet.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
September 21, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – As of Tuesday, the area got hit with lots of rain and there were road closures and localized flooding that shut multiple shops down. It’ll take a couple days for things to get back to normal here as the inshore water will be pretty turned up. We look forward to hearing how things level off once the extra water works it’s way through. In the meantime you can give Captain Bob’s a call at 757-336-6654 or Captain Steve’s a call at 757-336-0569 to see if anyone makes it out later in the week and over the weekend. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Pro Angler Team
September 14, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The main story here is the Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] in the Assateague Channel on bait. There’s been more than a couple fish over 20 inches weighed in. There’s some small Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black). We haven’t heard much else from inshore anglers. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
September 7, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Since the storm we have seen Croaker (Croaker, Atlantic) and Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) in the back bay. Keeper Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] have come off the Main Street Pier. Tarpon were biting off the beach prior to the storm so hopefully they return. Anglers are waiting for Stripers (Bass, Striped) to make their way down following some of puppy Drum (Drum, Red) fishing we’re getting into. We hope to see tides back to normal by the weekend so fishing will turn back on. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
www.stevesbaitandtackle.com
September 1, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Unfortunately, the weather has kept a lot of anglers off the water this week. There have not been any reports coming in for this area as the conditions have been too unfavorable to hit the water. We hope to see fishing turn to fall patterns following the storm. Stay updated on the weather using the Pro Angler App weather features. Pro Angler App Users – The storm from Florida is arriving today! We hope anglers are remaining safely indoors during harsh weather conditions. Some reports have been gathered prior to the recent weather systems and we hope to see similar patterns once everything has subsides.
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
www.Captbobsmarina.net
August 24, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Anglers are catching Croaker for the kids tournament this week. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and a few Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] have shown up. On the inshore wrecks we are seeing a few Mahi (Dolphin). Spadefish and Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) are there as well. Small Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Pigfish have been caught as well. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
August 17, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Wreck fishing is beginning to show nice quantity and size of Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black). They are a bit farther out. You have to go 15-20 miles out to find wrecks that aren’t overfished. Artificial reefs are holding good Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)]. Flounder are showing up inside however they are small. You have to find the right tide or current. The better fishing is out front. Shark (Shark, Sandbar) are here and there. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
OFFSHORE – The offshore has slowed down. Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) are on and off since the water is warm. The Tuna being caught are quite small. There hasn’t been much said about Bigeye (Tuna, Bigeye) overnight this year. They may turn on later. Nice sized Dolphin are being caught here and there. There were a few Makos (Shark, Mako) caught recently but not in targetable numbers.
BAIT REPORT – Croaker (Croaker, Atlantic) are showing up in the channel. Not too many keeper have shown up yet.
Capt. Frank Murphy White Lightning Sport Fishing
703-407-2700
August 9, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – From the surf the Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern), Spot, Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Pompano (Pompano, Florida) and Bluefish are turning up. Bigger Sharks (Shark, Sandbar) are turning up in the evening. Inside the bay the Flounder (Flounder, Southern) bite continues into this week. Croaker and Kingfish are near the inlet. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
OFFSHORE – The nearshore wrecks are holding Spadefish, Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) and Flounder (Flounder, Southern). The offshore wrecks are producing a good Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) bite. Farther out there are some nice, bull Mahi (Dolphin). Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) are out towards the Canyon.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
August 2, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Summer fishing is in full swing with a nice Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] resurgence in the bay the past week. There is also a good number of Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) and Croaker being caught near the inlet. Off the surf the Kingfish bite has been consistent with the bulk of them being caught early in the morning with Bluefish, Croaker, and the occasional Pompano (Pompano, Florida) too. For those looking to target something a little bigger the Shark (Shark, Sandbar) fishing in the evening has been excellent. If you would like to book a charter stop by the shop or give us an email stevesbaitandtackle@gmail.com or a call at 757-336-0569 They are first come first serve so call ahead to book to reserve a spot. We do all types of fishing charters including bay trips, wreck fishing trips, shark fishing trips, and even clamming trips. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
Captbobsmarina.net
July 26, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] fishing is hot right out front from Mariner’s Point past the Coast Guard Station. They are in roughly 15 ft and they are hot at the subway cars 3 miles out. The bite is almost a guarantee. Gulp and Minnows are the best bets to hook them. There are some good Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) swimming. The Shark (Shark, Sandbar) bite is great. Bluefish have also turned up. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) bite has pretty much shut down. The fish are there however they don’t seem to be biting. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
Captbobsmarina.net
July 20, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There are keeper sized Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] being caught in the bay here. Look in 10ft of water with live bait. There’s been more than a few groups of anglers getting into them so it’s definitely worth coming down. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks
OFFSHORE – There’s a pretty good chunk bite happening offshore. Bigeyes (Tuna, Bigeye) have been weighed in here up to 250lbs. Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) are also being brought back. There are also a few Mahi (Dolphin) out there some gas up and get out there. Butterfish has been working well and we have lots in stock. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
July 15, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] and Croaker are swimming this week. Flounder are at the wrecks along with Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) and Spadefish. Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) have been caught near the inlet. Pro Angler App Users – Tap a fish listed below the report to view more angling tips and tricks!
OFFSHORE – The Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Yellowfin) have been awesome the past week. Look to go about 35 miles out. The daytime chunking bite has been most productive with Butterfish.
BAIT REPORT – There are some Mullet beginning to show up in the creeks and inlets this week.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
July 6, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The bite has been great on Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] today. Gulp, Gulp Shrimp and live Minnows are best. The fish are everywhere, both shallow and deep. The weather has been so terrible the past few days that this is the first day anglers have been able to get out and the fishing is hot. Most anglers are staying inshore and going out to work the wrecks. Normally we would expect to see Flounder, Spadefish, Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray), Skates (Skate, Winter), Black Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) and Tautog swimming the wrecks so we hope to see this pick back up once anglers can get on the water. Pro Angler App Users – Stay on top of the weather with you hand Weather and Tide features!
BAIT REPORT – Menhaden, Silversides and bull Minnows are swimming this week.
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
Captbobsmarina.net
June 28, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The Offshore fishing continues to be good weather permitting. The Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) and gaffer Dolphin are being caught on the 100 line between the Washington and the Norfolk in the warm water. Look for temperature breaks the temp is ranging from 69 to 73. The fish are biting on cedar plus and skirted Ballyhoo. Come check out our new daisy chains and the newest hottest smoker lures. They have tremendous action. They will raise the dead. INSHORE – Flounder (Flounder, Winter) continue to bite into this week along with the Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern).
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
June 22, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The Fluke [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] has been absolutely on fire this week. We are seeing both great numbers and great sizes come up. They have been measuring around 21 inches. One of the best areas has been right outside the school from a boat. Gulp on a bucktail has been quite productive to hook them. The surf is also producing Perch (Surfperch, Barred) and Kingfish (Kingfish, Southern) this week.
OFFSHORE – Moving offshore we are seeing a great catch of Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin). There are a solid number of keepers but a lot of throwbacks still. We have also seen a few Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) come in. There has also been a release of a Shark (Shark, Bull) from the offshore as well.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
June 15, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Inshore along the 20 fathom line there are big Bluefish, False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) and Mako Sharks (Shark, Shortfin Mako). Take out some wire leader and Mackerel (Mackerel, Atlantic) along with your trolling gear for best bets of hooking up. Bluefish are hitting cedar plugs and meat. Capt. Steve’s stocks BIONIC ballyhoo and we have Tournament Chum. The inshore bite just keeps getting better and better – with this 7lb 2 oz 27 in flounder caught Monday June 13th. Shark fishing on the beach has picked up along with the Kingfish (Mackerel, King). Sharks are around the limit we have had them up to 5 foot. If you would like to go we have a Captain or that. We have a Captain for everything just stop on by the shop and we can hook you up with a fishing excursion, sightseeing cruise, even a classic Taste of Chincoteague which features crabbing, clamming, and fishing. We have the largest selection of bait with the best prices stop on in let our family help you out.
OFFSHORE – The Offshore fishing continues to be good weather permitting. The Yellowfin Tuna (Yellowfin, Tuna) and gaffer Dolphin are being caught on the 100 line between the Washington and the Norfolk in the warm water. Look for temperature breaks the temp is ranging from 69 to 73. Come on in and pick up some skirted Ballyhoo and spreader bars.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
June 9, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Shark (Shark, Bull & Shark, Blacktip) are both running inshore and offshore. Kings (Mackerel, King) have also been caught in the surf. Live bait, including Mud Minnows has been the best bet to catch fish this week. We hope to see this bite continue into the weekend.
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
Captbobsmarina.net
June 1, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island
INSHORE – There’s been good numbers of Rockfish (Bass, Striped) being caught in the surf on bait. Some of the fish have been pretty good sizes too. One of our customers also caught a nice Drum (Drum, Black) from the beach. There’s been some good Flounder (Flounder, Winter) coming from the Chincoteague Bay.
OFFSHORE – Offshore anglers scored big numbers of Dolphin and Tuna, Yellowfin, in the Norfolk Canyon. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are on the inshore wrecks, and Paramore Reef has Sea Bass and some Flounder (Flounder, Winter) were taken there last weekend.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
May 24, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – A recent Flounder tournament yielded a Winter Flounder with a winning weight of 4lb. 11 oz. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are being caught off the surf on high-low rigs with size 7/0 hooks using Peeler, Bunker and Clams. Jigging with Bucktails of approximately 1 to 1.5 oz is also productive.
OFFSHORE – Offshore Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are found in 25-40ft. water. As of now, there are no Marlins or Tuna in the area but Macos (Shark, Shortfin Mako) are expected to come to the region shortly.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
May 20, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The weather has kept the water cold this week. Normally we would see Flounder which are just beginning to show up recently. On the surf, the Stripers (Bass, Striped) are really nice sizes and we are just coming off Trophy season. Sharks are making their way in and we are still awaiting coastal Sharks.
Capt. Bob’s Marina
757-336-6654
Captbobsmarina.net
May 12, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The Striper (Bass, Striped) bite is hot this week. We are seeing tons of great numbers and sizes turn up right hoff the Chincoteague surf. Plenty are upwards of 20 lbs and some are even over 40 inches. We are also seeing some Drum (Drum, Black) come up from the same area. The morning bite has been most productive. The earlier, the better. We are seeing similar fish come out of Assateague surf as well. There are plenty of releases caught along with the slot sizes. These conditions are typical of the Spring pattern. We expect this bite to continue into the weekend.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
May 4, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – It is that time of year again our Virginia Striped Bass Trophy Season starts today May 1st through May 15th go here and apply for the FREE permit. https://webapps.mrc.virginia.gov/public/permits/index.php This allows you to keep a striped bass for the first 15 days of May and report it within 2 weeks. The Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) and Black Drum (Drum, Black) fishing is continuously getting better as we usually hit its peak in the middle of this month. Make sure to vary your cast as a lot of times these fish come in close to feed. We have in fresh bait consistently live peelers, fresh bunker, bloodworms, minnows etc. Check out the website for some of the recent catches from our Chincoteague Beach. Enjoy!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
April 28, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The big story inshore here is Flounder [Flounder, Summer (Fluke)] and Bluefish. The Flounder have been hitting well on the top hook of a rig tipped with Gulp or Minnows. The Bluefish are going to hit just about anything including Gulp or Minnows as they are hungry!
BAIT REPORT – Blue Crabs are around for the season.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com
April 14, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The Bluefish are slowly starting to make their appearance along the coast line and are hitting plastics. There have also been reports of throwback sized Rockfish (BAss, Striped) being caught along the beach as well. We are anxiously waiting on the water temperature to warm up for some more inshore action. Before long we should start seeing some great catches of Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish) and Bluefish, as well as some release Redfish (Drum, Red).
OFFSHORE – The offshore bite has remained mostly bottom fish, including Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline), some really nice Bluefish, Black Belly Rosefish, and other Wreckfish mixed in. As the Water temperature continues to rise in the near future we are expecting to see some Mahi and Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) on the troll, as well as some great Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White & Billfish – Marlin, Blue) fishing!
Virgina Beach Fishing Center
757-491-8000
www.virginiafishing.com
April 6, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The local water temperatures continue to rise, and the Spring fishing season is heating up accordingly. But with some windy days in the near forecast, boats will likely stay close to shore for the weekend. With the Virginia Cobia season threatened by restrictive regulations this year, anglers are looking for some positive news on the fishing front. Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have debuted in the seaside inlets on the Eastern Shore, where anglers are watching for optimal days to target them with strip bait and gudgeons, especially in Wachapreague and Oyster. This action will only improve as the water continues to warm.Tautog action is still going strong, and the Spring tog bite has really taken off within Bay waters. And with fiddler crabs now available, it is game-on. Fiddler crabs and even Blue Crabs are working well on lower Bay structures and wrecks. The rocks and tubes of the artificial islands and the pilings near the High Rise section of the Bridge Tunnel are providing very good results. The Concrete Ships, the Cape Henry wreck, and the Yancy wreck are also providing some good action when folks can get to them. Most anglers are catching limits of fish ranging to around 4-pounds, but some nicer Tog over 6-pounds are also in the mix. Deeper water wrecks are also producing nice Tautog, with fish to 15-pounds taking offered crab in water ranging to around 70 to 100-feet. Sea bass (Sea Bass, Black) are also available on many of these deeper structures, but they are still illegal to keep. Anglers fishing inside Rudee Inlet are excited about an early season run of nice Bluefish, with some of these fish reported at over 10-pounds this week. Folks are catching nice Blues throughout the inlet from jetties, docks and boats, and as far back as the boat ramp area. Plenty of small schoolie Stripers (Bass, Striped) are also bombarding baits as folks target Bluefish. Some Croaker are hitting in the tributary rivers, and should continue to heat up as the season evolves. Roundhead and Drum (Drum, Black) will also show themselves soon.
OFFSHORE – The deep water off the Virginia coast is still the place to be if you wish to crank up Tilefish (Tilefish, Gray), Blackbelly Rose Fish and Grouper (Grouper, Gag) from over 300 feet of water. Be aware that plenty of pesky Dogfish (Dogfish, Spiny) are still ready to compete for your bait, but not for much longer. Offshore anglers are hoping for a good year. Although the bluewater fish may be within range of the Virginia fleet, boats are waiting for a break in the wind to check out the scene.
Dr. Julie Ball Extreme Sportfishing
drjball@msn.com http://www.drjball.com
April 1, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Things have been slow in this area as of late. The weather has been unfavorable and the water is a bit cold for Flounder. There are some scattered reports of small Stripers (Bass, Striped) being caught. No one has been heading offshore to the wrecks or inlet either as the weather has been too rough. We hope to see things clear up soon and a Spring pattern set in. The Tautog and Flounder should begin to heat up soon. Anglers gearing up for the new season can check out our Fish feature for tons of tips and tricks as well as our GPS Hotspots that will keep your lines tight.
Don’s Tackle Shop
757-787-3110
donstackleshop.com
March 21, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – We are expecting the first reports of Flounder (Flounder, Southern & Flounder, Winter) to show up in the area. There will also be some Croaker moving in very shortly as well in the lower bay. Following this should be a great Drum (Drum, Black) and Redfish (Drum, Red) bite. Stripers (Bass, Striped) will be off limits by the end of the month however the bite has dropped off anyways. They are moving into the bay so anglers targeting them can search these specific trails.
OFFSHORE – Anglers are excited for the long awaited Spring bite that should be arriving very soon. The water temperatures are increasing and the pattern seems to be right on schedule. Tautog continue to bite well throughout the offshore this week. The sizes are great so far as anglers weigh in up to 15 lbs! The Tog will be making their way into the bay within the next few weeks so we should see them turn up closer in. Fiddler Crabs have been working great to hook them. They have been holding up on structures that are also holding some great Sea Bass, Black this week. They are loving live bait that is slowly moving back in. The ocean floor is holding some nice Tilefish, Blueline. They can be found in about 300 ft of water. We are also seeing some Dogfish, Spiny in the same area. They are taking a lot of the bait of deep droppers searching for Tilefish. There have also been reports of Blackbelly Rose Fish, Wreckfish and Grouper on the bottom. The bite is a bit scattered due to the Dogfish. We expect some exciting changes and hot bite coming soon!
BAIT REPORT – Fiddler Crabs are turning up in the marshes this week.
Dr. Julie Ball Extreme Sportfishing
drjball@msn.com http://www.drjball.com
March 16, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The water temperatures are heating up as Spring quickly approaches. It shouldn’t be long now until we see a Spring pattern set in. This should provide anglers with a Mackerel, Spanish bite along with increased Redfish (Drum, Red), Flounder (Flounder, Winter), Bluefish and Shark bite. Anglers getting prepared can also check out our FIsh feature which provides additional information and tips to help keep your lines tight.
OFFSHORE – The weather has been improving in this area as of late. Anglers are beginning to gear up for the Spring bite and we are seeing some Tog (Tautog) turn up this week. The sizes are nothing special as of yet however the bite has been pretty good. There are still some shorts but we expect to see this increase soon. With the Spring pattern coming in we hope to see some Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) move in. At this point we should expect some Sails (Billfish, Sailfish), Wahoo and Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Bigeye) as well.
Pro Angler Team
March 9, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – Although they are catch and release you can still catch some Stripers (Bass, Striped) in the bay. We are also looking forward to an early Flounder (Flounder, Southern) season if the weather remains consistently nice. Anglers can also check out our Fish Guide which provides more information to keep your lines tight.
OFFSHORE – Anglers are looking for Tautog offshore on the wrecks this week. The bite is not on fire however we are seeing some for anglers putting their time in. Sizes have been fairly decent when you can hook some.
Don’s Tackle Shop
757-787-3110
donstackleshop.com
March 2, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – As we’ve been reporting over the last month, Tautog fishing remains strong. Anglers that are able to find Crab for bait are doing very well. Ocean wrecks are the best producers. Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline & Tilefish, Sand) are willing biters also, but deeper water near the Canyon edges are the targeted areas. Along with Tilefish, Grouper, and Rosefish (Blackbelly Rose Fish) are being encountered as well as Sea Bass, Black, but Seabass are out of season. A 220lb Tuna, Bluefin was reported out of Oregon-Inlet. The same charter returned with Tuna, Yellowfin also.
Green Top Hunting & Fishing
804-550-2188
http://www.greentophuntfish.com
February 24, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – As we’ve been reporting over the last month, Tautog fishing remains strong. Anglers that are able to find crab for bait are doing very well. Ocean wrecks are the best producers. Tilefish, Blueline are willing biters also.
OFFSHORE – The deeper water near the Canyon edges are the targeted areas. Along with Tilefish, Grouper (Grouper, Gag), and Rosefish (Blackbelly Rose Fish) are being encountered as well as Seabass (Sea Bass, Black), but Seabass are out of season. A 220lb Tuna, Bluefin was reported out of Oregon-Inlet. The same charter returned with Tuna, Yellowfin also.
Green Top Hunt & Fish
804-550-2188
http://www.greentophuntfish.com/
February 16, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – As the Winter season has set in there is not much action to be found in this area. Our sources are keeping warm inside and there have been no reports submitted this week. For the anglers eagerly awaiting the Spring thaw, feel free to check out all of the great features available on Pro Angler to keep you busy! From planning next season’s hot spots on your GPS map to getting some tasty recipes for the fish you will catch, Pro Angler will keep you hooked! If you just can’t wait that long, take a look at your Southern Fellow anglers in Florida! Check out their weather, read the reports of their areas and maybe even let the warm weather lure you down for a saltwater fishing trip. Pro Angler has all your off-season cravings covered!
Pro Angler Team
February 10, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – A very good bite for Tautog continues on offshore wrecks such as the Triangle wrecks. Teen fish are being caught by those adept at hooking up with him. Seabass (Sea Bass, Black) are a by-catch, but must be returned as the season is closed for now. According to reports from Oregon-Inlet, Bluefin Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) are starting to be caught, and Yellowfin (Snapper, Yellowfin) are also being caught. Deep water bottom charters are catching Tilefish (Tilefish, Sand), Barrelfish, Grouper (Grouper, Gag & Grouper, Red), and Rosefish (Blackbelly Rose Fish) when conditions allow anglers to venture out.
Green Top Hunt & Fish
804-550-2188
http://www.greentophuntfish.com/
February 4, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – There has been quite a bit of unfavorable weather in this area as of late. There have been no reports of anglers being able to find a break in the conditions to hit the water either inshore or offshore. We hope to see conditions improve in the next week however the cold weather has the fish moving into their winter patterns, so anglers who do head out this week may have some trouble finding the fish. Should you decide to brave these conditions you can feel free to check out last week’s report, or take a look at our Fish Guide which provides additional information and tips to help improve the catch. We also have tons of other great features on the app that you can use to plan your next fishing hotspots, gear purchases or even fish recipes for a great meal.
Pro Angler Team
January 28, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – There has been quite a bit of unfavorable weather in this area as of late. There have been no reports of anglers being able to find a break in the conditions to hit the water either inshore or offshore. We hope to see conditions improve in the next week however the cold weather has the fish moving into their winter patterns, so anglers who do head out this week may have some trouble finding the fish. Should you decide to brave these conditions you can feel free to check out last week’s report, or take a look at our Fish Guide which provides additional information and tips to help improve the catch. We also have tons of other great features on the app that you can use to plan your next fishing hotspots, gear purchases or even fish recipes for a great meal.
Pro Angler Team
January 22, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – We still have not heard of any ocean Rockfish (Bass, Striped) being caught. The only species that seems to be being caught in recent days is Dogfish (Dogfish, Spiny). We have had several boats attempt to do some Striped Bass fishing, trolling up and down our beautiful coast, but have had no luck with landing a legal fish. The last report we have received is that the fish remain up in the bay where there continues to be plenty of bait staying in the warmer waters. There are also plenty of Whales still being spotted outside of Rudee Inlet by Rudee Tours Whale Watching if you are looking for a fun family trip check them out!
OFFSHORE – Though the sun is shining here these past few days it does not really help to warm things up. With temperatures near freezing, and a wind chill in the near teens, it has not made for the greatest fishing conditions. The inshore forecast has had some sustained high winds, bringing seas to between 5 and 6 feet. While the offshore forecast is even worse with seas between 8 and fourteen feet. No matter if your fishing inshore or offshore you can expect freezing spray on the deck of the boat with these frigid temperatures. Deep Drop Fishing remains successful with some great catches of Tilefish (Tilefish, Great Northern & Tilefish, Blueline), Blackbelly Rose Fish, Grouper, Wreckfish, and Barrelfish being brought back to the dock. We have not had any reports of any Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) being caught, though we have heard of some Swordfish (Billfish – Swordfish) biting out at the canyon.
Virginia Beach Fishing Center
virginiafishing.com
January 15, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – We have been receiving a lot of calls and emails asking about the infamous Rockfish (Bass, Striper). We are sad to say that we have not heard of any ocean Rockfish caught since the closing of the Bay Season, and Rockfish are no longer allowed to be kept inside of the Chesapeake Bay. This is not due to the lack of effort, we have had both charter boats and private boats out in search for them in legal waters outside of Rudee Inlet. We had one of the charter boats travel up in the bay and caught and released some nice ones. On the way back they threw out a couple of lines and had a few throw backs. The Bluefin have yet to make an appearance as well, we are hoping that we can get a little bit of luck here soon and have either or make an appearance.
OFFSHORE – The Rudee Angler returned last night with another great haul of fish! They had some really nice catches of Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline), Blackbelly Rose Fish, Chomper Bluefish, a handful of Yellowfin Bass, and a 52.5 lb Golden Tilefish (Tilefish, Great Northern). There was also a few smooth dogs in the mix. Keep in mind that deep drop fishing is great out of Rudee Inlet year round. There are plenty of bottom fish to be caught offshore!
Virginia Fishing Center
www.virginiafishing.com
January 6, 2016
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The tunnels inshore are holding quite a few Tog (Tautog) as well this week. The sizes aren’t as great as offshore however they are still decent. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are closed now and you must remember that outside of three miles, any Striper hooked must be released in the water from the side of the boat. They very strictly cannot be harvested. Anglers can catch and release in the bay though. Now that the bay is closed most anglers are heading to the oceanside to target Tuna that have a consistent bite and are pretty good sizes. There are no signs of Seatrout, Spotted so far this week although the cold weather may increase both the sizes and bite.
OFFSHORE – Anglers have been out on the offshore to fish the Triangle Wrecks for Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black), Tautog, and Flounder that are all huddled up on the bottom. They are loving live bait this week and coming up in consistent numbers so far. This has been the main focus for anglers as most of the fishing inshore is closed at this point.
Capt. Greg Weaver e-Fishin Sea Sport Fishing Charters Virginia beach
970-946-7071
e-fishinsea.com
December 29, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – A lot of people have been going either North or South for the best catches this week. Due to the unseasonably warm weather the Bass, Striped have been sporadic and scattered. The bite has been good up until this week however and we are expecting them to hang around and not move out quite yet. Most of them are undersized in the area but anglers who put their time in can expect some 30 inch fish. The conditions moving in are expected to change the bite a little bit and it should heat up. Some whoppers are already coming out of the bay on Eels as well. This has been the preferred bait for most areas. When the bite is on anglers can expect to catch their limits as well. Keep an eye out for changing regulations as to what is open in the various areas to make sure you are fishing within your legal limits.
Capt. Puddin’ G & G Charters
804-832-3827
karenlynnfishincharters.com
December 21, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The bay is loaded with small Stripers (Bass, Striped) but there are a few big ones in there for anglers who put their time in. This has been the main focus this week and there have been no reports of other fish swimming. They are chalked full in the bay and have not yet made it to the ocean. Most anglers are Eeling for them by jigging or on the troll. Some angler are using Bunker however this is not as productive so far this week. Anglers are stocking up as State Inshore fishing closes at the end of the month.
Don’s Tackle Shop
757-787-3110
donstackleshop.com
December 15, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There are a few Stripers (Bass, Striped) hitting on the beach. Anglers have been trolling about a mile and a half up the beach. Most fish are in roughly 20-40 ft of water. There have also been bites on the nearshore wrecks 45-60 ft of water. Anglers are still using Eels, Swim Shads or Bunker. The bigger fish continue to turn up on Eels this week. There has been no sign of Tautog at this point.
OFFSHORE – There has been a lot of action from the Sea Bass, Black on the offshore wrecks this week. They are extremely plentiful so far as anglers are reporting catching up to 72. They are swimming among lots of False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) so if you find the False Albacore you will find the Bass. Squid has been the best bait to hook them so far this week. There have also been reports of Tuna, Yellowfin just a bit further out.
BAIT REPORT – There is plenty of bait swimming for those anglers looking to stock up. Silversides and Bunker (Menhaden) can be caught off the beach. In the offshore there are Bonito swimming and working well to lure and hook the Bass.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com/
December 11, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There is some hot Rockfish (Bass, Striped) action in the bay right now. Sizes are coming in at almost 45lbs! Anglers have been using Eels, Swim Shads or Bunker. The bigger fish seem to be getting caught by the boats using Eels. A bit farther out on the inshore wrecks there have been reports of Tog (Tautog) having been brought in. These fish are located from 2-5 miles out hitting Sand Fleas as the crabs are just about done for the season. They are coming up in both great sizes and numbers so far.
OFFSHORE – The bite has slowed down a bit in the offshore this week. We have not seen any reports of Tuna come in however there are some Sea Bass, Black biting on the offshore wrecks. Anglers can find these roughly 25 miles off the coast using Squid. The weather was a bit better this week and we hope this will carry out into the weekend.
BAIT REPORT – There can be Bunker (Menhaden) found in Chesapeake bay this week. They are fairly spotty but working well for anglers who can find them. Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle has a BOGO sale on select T-Shirts. Head on in to check it out!
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com/
December 3, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There are tons of Stripers (Bass, Striped) back in the Chesapeake Bay this week. Some are keepers however there are still a lot of smaller sizes. Anglers have been both jigging and casting for them, but not too many people are trolling yet as the Stripers are still too small at this point. There have been a few spotty reports of Blackfish (Tautog) around the inshore structures and bridges in the channel. No one has been going to the nearshore wrecks at 9-10 miles as the weather has been too rough. There are some good sizes of Blackfish and Sea Bass, Black that are holding up in these locations for when the weather conditions lie down and anglers can head out.
OFFSHORE – There has not been a lot of action from the offshore this week. Tuna, Bluefin has been out there and they are reported to be huge. That being said, the weather has kept most boaters off the water this week, and most anglers are unable to take advantage of the great bite so far. When the weather lies down these conditions will hopefully still be in effect and anglers can hit the water. For more suggestions and information anglers can feel free to check out our Tips feature that may help improve your catch!
BAIT REPORT – There are still some Menhaden swimming for anglers that can find them.
Don’s Tackle Shop
757-787-3110
donstackleshop.com
November 26, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There are Rockfish (Bass, Striped) in the surf that were caught in the tournament last weekend. They were all too small to keep however. There were also some reeled in from the bay. There are lots of bait swimming and anglers are throwing swim shads about 5-6 inches or hickory shads as well in the back bay. Fresh Bunker (Menhaden) and Eels are working too. Anglers have reported some Skate, Winter, a variety of Sharks and even Dogfish, Spiny.
OFFSHORE – As the weather has gotten colder not many fishermen have decided to go offshore. There was a commercial liner that was catching Sea Bass, Black and Triggerfish about 20 miles off the coast. They were coming in at decent sizes and quantities however there have not been reports of recreational anglers heading out. Should anyone decide to head out for the holiday they can always consult our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestion to help improve the catch. Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle can also provide a fantastic up to the minute fishing report so anglers know exactly what to expect.
BAIT REPORT – There’s some Bunker (Menhaden) around although it has been spotty.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
http://stevesbaitandtackle.com/
November 18, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – The bay has been holding lots of decent sized Bass, Striped. These are pretty much the only fish biting right now, so it’s a good thing they are doing well. The seaside is almost closed down as it does not offer anglers shelter from the harsh wind conditions. Once conditions lie down the bite is expected to pick up again.
OFFSHORE – Unfavourable conditions and federal restrictions have deterred many anglers from heading offshore this week. There are currently no offshore trips to report however if conditions lay down and fishermen decide to head to the deeper water they can always consult our Tips feature which provides additional suggestions and information that could help improve the catch. Alternatively Don’s Tackle Shop can provide an up to the minute fishing report if anglers have managed to make their way out.
BAIT REPORT – There are currently no bait running to report this week.
Don’s Tackle Shop
757-787-3110
donstackleshop.com
11,13,2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island
INSHORE – The action has been pretty solid in the shallower water as of late. There have been plenty of Rockfish (Bass, Striped) in the bayside along with schools of Perch. Anglers are using swim shads to hook bass. Our anglers have reported catching up to 30 fish per trip, and even some great topwater action. Most of them were around the 16-22 inch range however there were some great fish too. From the beach anglers can find smaller Stripers as well. Keep in mind federal law limits Striped Bass fishing past the 3 mile line. The Tautog are starting to show up as people are fishing them from the bay. There is still quite a bit of wind which has deterred anglers from heading out. Farther out in the 20-40 ft. depths there are some Triggerfish, Gray that fishermen are hooking by dropping Squid along the bottom.
OFFSHORE – Unfavourable conditions and federal restrictions have deterred many anglers from heading offshore this week. There are currently no offshore trips to report however if conditions lay down and fishermen decide to head to the deeper water they can always consult our Tips feature which provides additional suggestions and information that could help improve the catch. Alternatively Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle can provide an up to the minute fishing report if anglers have managed to make their way out.
BAIT REPORT – There are still some Bunker running however live baiters will need to use a boat to snag them as they are a few miles out at this point. November 20-22 Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle will be hosting a Free Surf Tournament with free rod and reel combos and live bait available.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
November 6, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Island Fishing Report
INSHORE – There’s mixed bag of fish this week. Small Bluefish, Kingfish (Kingfish, Northern) and some Dogfish, Spiny can be found on the surf. Anglers are continuing to see Stripers (Bass, Striped) and expect to be reeling them in for the next month or two. Artificials are working best for the Bass right now. A 7 inch gulp bellystrip that looks like an eel has had some great results. Tautog is biting on the inshore wrecks as well as the bay. Taug are hitting Crabs, Clams and any other crustaceans you can throw. There have also been reports of Drum, Black being caught in the same locations.
BAIT REPORT – Live baiters expect to see live eel in the next two weeks when the water begins to cool down. There are also Menhaden and Silversides running providing lots of bait for anglers.
Captain Steve’s Bait and Tackle
757-336-0569
October 28, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – Due to restrictions and high winds there are no offshore fish reported at this time.
INSHORE – Anglers are still fishing the bays and creeks for schools of Striped Bass however they are all very small. Speckled Trout has produced the same results likely due to the recent seaside storm. Jigheads, Blue Pearl Grubs, zman lures and zman jigheads are working well right now. Most anglers are casting mirrolures for Trout and red, white or blue Bucktails for Bass.
BAIT REPORT – Recent weather conditions have made bait reports unavailable at this time.
Don’s Tackle Shop
20247 Wachapreague Rd
Melfa, VA
757-787-3110
September 25, 2015
Chincoteague Island/Wallops Fishing Report
OFFSHORE – They have been catching some nice Flounder offshore fishing on the Wrecks. Anglers have been jigging for the Flounder and it’s working well. Jigging with Berkley Gulp and Squid are giving the best results. Also, Sea Bass season just ended with Black Fish, or Tog, fishing opens up September 20th. Bottom fishing the wrecks 8 to 10 miles out, at about 60 – 100 ft of water and you’ll find lots of Black Fish. The Tuna bite has been pretty good too. The Yellowfin and BigEye are plentiful at about 60 miles out. Everything seems to be working. You can troll Ballyhoo, chum, or jig for them, it’s just a matter of getting out there and finding them.
INSHORE – Speckled Trout are being caught on the sea side and the bay side. Lots of King Fish. Inshore the fishing has been really slow for Flounder. A few Red Drum are on the beaches right now fairly heavy in spots.
Don’s Tackle Shop
20247 Wachapreague Rd
Melfa, VA
757-787-3110
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