Columbia Fishing Report

April 4, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore morning anglers are finding good bites of Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Drum (Drum, Black). PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – The offshore bite has been great for anyone that has made time during the morning to head offshore. Anglers are hooking above average Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) along with fish up to 65 inches. The day trips have definitely been productive for hooking some good sized fish. Ballyhoo is working well as bait.




Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats
252-441-6301
info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

March 29, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sharks and Skates (Skate, Winter) are the main bites locally. Towards Hatteras from Buxton we are seeing Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth), scattered Sea Mullet and Drum (Drum, Black). Long Shoal river is holding plenty of Specks (Seatrout, Spotted). The numbers are outstanding if you are fishing with MirrOdine 17 or 18s. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) have been hot this week. They are up to 600 pounds. The best sizes are North of the point, about 38 miles out. It hasn’t been a challenge to catch them, you just have to be there. Scattered Yellowfin, Blackfin and Wahoo are also showing up. Towards Hatteras there are also some Kings (Mackerel, King).




Whalebone Tackle
252-441-7413

March 29, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – We are seeing some nice weather in the area as of late so things are looking up! Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) are being caught fairly consistently however they are actually too big to keep. Most are up to 103 inches. Recent catches also include some keeper Bluefin and plenty of Sharks (Shark, Mako). Both trolling and chunking on the day trips is productive. Long stand up fights on light tackle have taken place this week. There hasn’t been much Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin), Mahi (Dolphin) or Wahoo on our recent trips.




Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats
252-441-6301
info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

March 23, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers hare heading out to the points searching for Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth) along with decent numbers of Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). Recently the nasty weather has made surf fishing tough during the day however determined anglers were out targeting Sharks and Skates (Skate, Winter). PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – It’s been a bit tough to get offshore in the past few days however the weekend bite consisted of some great Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) catches! We hope to see this continue once conditions have cleared up.




OBX Bait and Tackle
252-453-3339
www.obxbaitandtackle.com

March 23, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – This week we are finding that Blow Toads (Puffers, Smooth) are the most consistent catch turning up during the day. They seem to be just about everywhere, especially around ramp 43 mixed with some puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and catch and release Black Drum (Drum, Black). PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!






TW’s Bait and Tackle
252-441-4807
www.twstackle.com

March 14, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Another tough week of fishing for anglers around here! The wind, rain and cold prevail yet again and the bite has been difficult. Over the weekend we were seeing some fish caught towards Buxton. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and Bluefish were the only notable catches. Drum (Drum, Black) and Sharks were also swimming around the point. Towards Frisco and Hatteras the Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) and Bluefish were also decent. More recently the Puppy Drum bite has increased around the boat ramps. You may find a few Puffers (Puffer, Smooth) mixed in too, especially around Frisco. Conditions are still hit or miss however we hope to see things clear up very soon. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!

OFFSHORE – Though conditions are a bit too unfavorable to get offshore for the most part, there was a few nice Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin) caught out of Oregon Inlet over the weekend. Light tackle was the key on the day trip.




TW’s Bait and Tackle
252-441-4807
www.twstackle.com

March 7, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Although we have seen some outstanding weather this Winter, it’s been pretty seasonal this week, and looks as though it will stay this way into next week. We are still seeing the bite fire up which is a good sign. Heading towards Buxton the day bite for Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) are becoming more plentiful along the surf. Bluefish are mixed in. They can also be caught at ramp 43 swimming with Puffers (Puffer, Smooth). If you are heading to Frisco Pier the Puffers are a lot more plentiful. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) are just beginning to heat up at the pier as well, however they are still scattered overall. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks!



BAIT REPORT – Sea Mullet are swimming the surf towards Hatteras. Shad can also be caught from the pier locally.


TW’s Bait and Tackle
252-441-4807
www.twstackle.com

March 6, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

OFFSHORE – Seas were high and the rough waters made offshore fishing tough throughout the day. Once things calmed down the Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) were biting well and we were easily catching great numbers. There are mixed in with a ton of Bonito (Bonito, Little Tunny) which were difficult to avoid but we still managed to bring in most of the Sails. Earlier in the week we even hooked a 35 pound Wahoo. Things are really heating up for the season!




Capt. Jeff Ross Obsession Fishing Charters
252-480-0094
captjeff@mindspring.com www.obsession-charters.com

March 1, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Towards Rodanthe / Hatteras area we are seeing Puffers (Puffer, Smooth), Sea Mullet and Reds (Drum, Red) turning up off the surf. Red Drum and Shad are coming off the piers and beaches locally but they haven’t fired up. Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are slowly beginning to bite around the South side of the Pamlico Sound. As the temperature increases the bite will as well. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There are a lot of big Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) being caught in the past few weeks. Search 16-17 miles out around the 65 Degree tower to the Point at 40 miles. They are closer in as well however the steady bite is farther out. Look for the big Blues around the Menhaden. The bigger pods are farther offshore with the warmer water. This should change in the next few weeks. A lot of times anglers are Greensticking for them. Bigger schools have produced fish on the troll or on a vertical jig with live bait. Horse Ballyhoo with Islanders is a productive trolling setup. Bob’s Bait & Tackle 252-261-8589

February 21, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Puppy Drum, Black Drum (Drum, Black), Skates (Skate, Winter) and Sharks are all biting when the water is cold. South towards Hatteras we are seeing Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth) in good numbers. Shrimp or Fishbites in Bloodworm or Sand Flea flavor are the most productive baits. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and the occasional Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) has also been caught. Berkley Gulp in White or Chartreuse is working better than live or frozen bait this week. If you are going to use live or frozen bait, Shrimp or Mullet will be your best two. Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) are in fairly good numbers to the South. The sound has been quiet. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Bluefin are as steady as Bluefin will get for us. Yellowfin and Blackfin (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) are bycatches from day to day. Mahi (Dolphin) are mixed in, and a few Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) were also caught incidentally towards Hatteras. Everything is about 40 miles out of Oregon Inlet at the stream. BAIT REPORT – Hickory Shad can be caught along the beach and is doing particularly well off Jennette’s Pier. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

February 14, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – During the Winter months the fishing is a bit slow. Captains are doing some commercial fishing offshore. This week we suspect anglers off of Jennette’s Pier are seeing Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Big Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) are being targeted by commercial anglers this week. There have also been some Yellowfin & Blackfin (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) brought in as well. Not a lot of recreational anglers have headed out during the beginning of the week but this should pick up by the weekend. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

February 8, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Dogfish (Dogfish, Spiny) and Skates (Skate, Winter) are swimming the beaches. Cut Mullet on the bottom will work well to hook them. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – When the boats can make it on the water they are heading to the Gulf Stream for Yellowfin and Bluefin (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Bluefin). The troll has been more effective on them. Dragging Ballyhoo behind a Witch is your best bet to hook them. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-261-7848 www.twstackle.com

January 31, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are still catching scattered Drum (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) when the weather is favorable. Stripers are still scarce. Berkley Gulp in White or Chartreuse are your best bet. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Bluefin (Tuna, Bluefin) to 500 lbs have been caught offshore. Blackfin and Yellowfin (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) are mixed in. Trolling and chunking has been working well. Towards Hatteras the King (Mackerel, King) bite has been great. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

January 24,2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have shown up on the beach the past few days. With the recent rough weather they may become scattered however downtown and Oregon Inlet were hot areas. Scattered Rockfish (Bass, Striped) are in the Sound but there hasn’t been anything consistent yet. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – A handful of Bluefin as well as a good catch of Yellowfin and Blackfin (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) have been caught this week. They are all out at the stream and mixed up pretty well. Follow the Shrimp boats about 30-35 miles off the beach to find them. BAIT REPORT – The Shrimp are pretty far offshore, about 30-35 miles. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

January 18, 2017

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – We are starting to see a bit of Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) biting out in the offshore this week. The numbers haven’t taken off just yet but they are out there for anglers willing to put some time in. Inshore boats are a bit slow this week. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

January 11, 2017

Columbia 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

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather has been favorable into this week and anglers have been able to make it onto the water for the new year. Nearshore Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are biting just North of Cape Hatteras. So far they are consistent and the sizes are fair. A few Drum (Drum, Red) have been hanging around as well. They are mostly on the smaller side. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – A few boats have made it out in the past few weeks. They are seeing some decent sized Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) in good numbers out at the stream. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

December 27, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – If we see some warm weather anglers will be hooking Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and Black Drum (Drum, Black), especially in the harbor. Stripers (Bass, Striped) will likely be outside of 3 miles still this week. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

December 19, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Puppy Drum and Stripers (Bass, Striped) were caught in the Oregon Inlet and Jennette’s Pier this past week. There’s not a whole lot of beach action for Stripers. Buxton Point has also been productive for Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). No one is going very far off the shore with the recent weather. The Striper fishing in the harbor hasn’t been as good as we’d hoped however it should improve when the weather is nicer. OFFSHORE – When the weather clears up we expect to see tons of Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Bluefin) towards the Stream. Kings (Mackerel, King) are biting on live bait down in Hatteras. A lot of anglers have been fishing out of the south as the Cape provides a bit of shelter. Some good sized kings are roughly 15 miles out where you can find rock piles. BAIT REPORT – Bait are under the birds this week. Menhaden are large in the inlet and on the beach. They have been run up onto the beach by predators in some areas. It’s pretty easy to get fresh bait when the bait is slammed up on the beach. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

December 15, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – This time of year we are seeing Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) on the beach. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) have slowed down a lot. There has been some decent Trout fishing to the South around the Point at Buxton, Hatteras and Frisco. The water is a bit too cold locally. There hasn’t been much being caught from boats off the beach. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are hot in the Sound. Search the bridges to find them. Fishing in general this time of year to March is a bit slow. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

December 7, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching a few nice Striper (Bass, Striped) in the harbor this week. Black half ounce Rattle Traps are doing well to hook them. Drum are biting off Buxton at the point. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) are swimming the beach although the surf is a bit rough. Mullet are your best bet for Drum from the surf. Trout are taking Berkley Gulp, Bass Assassins and Zman Lures in Electric Chicken. Not a lot of anglers are fishing at this time. The Kings (Mackerel, King) are doing well down towards Hatteras. Sharks (Dogfish, Spiny) and Skates (Skate, Winter) are always around. You may see Blacktip (Shark, Blacktip) or Spinner (Shark, Spinner) at Buxton Point. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! BAIT REPORT – Mullet are few and far between. Big Greentail Shrimp are along the beach. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

December 1, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Surf fishing slowed considerably yesterday. The wind and ocean was rough. There were a few small Puppies (Drum, Red) swimming. Having said that, we could not have asked for a better fishing holiday. Drum fishing and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) fishing was phenomenal. The winds are NW at 12 and the water is 55 degrees. Bright sun, choppy water, moderate winds. From the Sound, the Little Bridge on the Nags Head/Manteo causeway reported few small Stripers (Bass, Striped) and small Drum. The Nags Head Pier and OBX pier will be closing today for the season. Avalon will be open until the first of the year. Jennette’s pier hrs will be 8 to 5. Avalon is Slow. Nags Head is Slow as well. Jennette’s is holding Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) and Sand Perch Outer Banks are also holding Sea Mullet. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

November 23, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Puppy Drum have been caught in and around the sound in the deep channels. Good Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) have been hit or miss. Sound Stripers (Bass, Striped) and keeper Red Drum (Drum, Red) have also turned up. The morning and afternoon bite are both productive. Everything has been weather dependent. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There hasn’t been a lot of offshore activity due to high seas recently. Yellowfin, Blackfin (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) and nice, citation Wahoo to 60 lbs were brought in over the past weekend. Anglers are catching them on the troll around the gulf stream. Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) were brought in as well. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

November 16, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s been pretty good for Red Drum (Drum, Red) as of late. Black Drum (Drum, Black) are up to 25 inches which is a fairly recent development. Small Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are being caught and released with Bluefish. Few keeper Trout have been caught. Everything is biting right off the surf. In the Sound we typically see keeper Stripers (Bass, Striped) but there hasn’t been many reports this week. The water is still a bit warm so once it cools down the bite may heat up. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Blackfin Tuna and a few Yellowfin (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) are being caught offshore. Kings (Mackerel, King) are also biting. Normally the Yellowfin are much more productive however they are slower this year. BAIT REPORT – Bait is scarce. Most of it is running to the South towards Wilmington. Bob’s Bait & Tackle 252-261-8589 https://proangler.us/capt/BobsBaitCorolla.jpg

November 9, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are some really nice Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) come in this week. Trophy Citation Red Drum were released as well. Keeper Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) were also brought in. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The high seas have kept a lot of our boats in this week. Recently we saw good numbers of Trophy and citation Wahoo. Good numbers of Yellowfin and Blackfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) have come in as well. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

November 2, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are tons of Drum (Drum, Black) about 30-50 lbs biting at Jennette’s Pier and some from the surf. They are chasing the Menhaden and can be caught on Mullet. There is a nice Speck (Seatrout, Spotted) bite but they are not big enough to keep yet. There are a few keepers mixed in, but not too many. Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) continue to bite from the beach as well. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are being caught from the boats. Not all are big enough to keep but can be caught on the troll. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Blackfin Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin), Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) and scattered Wahoo can be found offshore around the gulf stream. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

October 26, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Around the inlet there are Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) from the boats. The surf is producing Trout, Puppy Drum and Bluefish as well. Fresh Mullet and small Zmans, Gulp or Bass Assassin leadhead jigs are best to hook them. They are biting all through the day however the Trout are better in the morning. The weather is a bit too rough to be heading offshore at this point. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – When anglers are able to make it out the Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) bite has been doing well. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

October 19, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The nearshore is still a bit slow. Bluefish and Crabs are turning up around 7-8 miles. There is a great Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) bite inshore. Stripers (Bass, Striped) are a mix of keepers and undersize. Sheepshead, Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Flounder (Flounder, Southern) are all biting well on our inshore boats. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There has been some interesting fishing since Hurricane Matthew. We are seeing good Tuna, Yellowfin. There are not the numbers there were before the storm but they are decent. There are good numbers of Mahi and a few Billfish (Billfish – Sailfish) releases have taken place as well. Wahoo are biting well too, especially because of the moon. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

October 12, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore we are seeing Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and similar fish to the nearshore in the inlet. There are Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), puppy Drum, Reds (Drum, Red) and Bluefish. The conditions are beginning to clear up so we expect a better bite for the weekend. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Since the storm there haven’t been any boats heading out. Before the storm, there were limits of Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and scattered Dolphin being caught along with Blackfin Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin). There hasn’t been any more Billfish lately. Nearshore we are seeing Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Blues (Bluefish) and Red Drum (Drum, Red). We expect offshore trips to resume this coming weekend. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

October 5, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Nearshore boats are catching Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Bluefish. Inshore we are seeing Stripers (Bass, Striped), keeper Flounder (Flounder, Southern), Spanish and Bluefish. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Anglers are still bringing in limits of Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin). Blackfin Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) and Dolphin are scattered but we have been managing good sizes of fish. Wednesday was our last day to sail ahead of the storm. Check in with us as to when we’ll resume charters. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

September 28, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Decent sized Bluefish are turning up this week. Bigger fish have also been caught as well but they are scattered. Spot haven’t shown up yet. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) are beginning to show up on the beach. In the Sound, the Specks are turning up in keeper size along with a few Puppy Drum. Stripers (Bass,Striped) are being caught this week. Anglers are getting limits of slot sized but you’ll have to put some time in. The bite should be great for the fall. Bluefish and Spanish have been picked up on the beach. The Spanish are expected to move out shortly. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – A few Billfish are turning up however they are not as hot as they were as the focus is on Tuna. Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) limits have been easily brought int along with tons of Dolphin. Scattered Wahoo are mixed in. They are all close to the stream. BAIT REPORT – Finger Mullet are beginning to move down the beach. Crabbing is also still productive along the Sound. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

September 21, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Nearshore is holding Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish), Bluefish and Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny). Inshore we are seeing nice Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). In the inlet we are seeing Spanish, Blues and Red Drum releases. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Limits of Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) were caught prior to the recent wind. Tons of Dolphin were caught as well, sometimes limits as well. White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) and Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) have been hooked with a few Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue). Nice sized Wahoo were also caught. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

September 14, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are a lot of Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) being caught however only some are big enough to keep. They are swimming the beach and the bigger fish are around the inlet from Corolla down. Bluefish are pretty much the same. A few Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) have been picked up on the beach. They are biting well in the sound. Anglers are getting limits of nice fish. There was a bit of a Spot running recently as well. Off the piers there are still Bluefish and Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish). A few Cobia and Drum (Drum, Black) have turned up as well. Finger Mullet have arrived at Whalebone Tackle. Stop in and stock up! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Limits of Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) are surprisingly being caught this week. There are a lot of Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) mixed in with scattered Bigeye (Tuna, Bigeye). Limits of Dolphin have also been caught. Wahoo are doing well too. The Tuna and Dolphin are at about 35 miles below the point. You may catch a Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) or Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) incidentally with them. To the North East there are still White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) off Ocean City and Virginia Beach if you are willing to make the run to 75 miles. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

September 6, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are a lot of Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) in the surf this week following the storm. Prior to the weather we were seeing a better bite off the beaches however fishing is just now getting back to normal and we look forward to seeing the results in the next few days. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Prior to the storm the Blue and White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) were biting well. Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) had also been caught. Conditions just settled back down so we’ll have to wait to see what happens out there. Stop in or give us a shout for an update. Bob’s Bait & Tackle 252-261-8589

August 31, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore boats are seeing a lot of Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Bluefish, Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Cobia. Nearshore there are Red Drum (Drum, Red), Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny), Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater), Bluefish and Spanish are biting. The head boat has caught Flounder, Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern), Spot, Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black), Trout, Croaker, Pigfish and Pinfish. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The recent weather threats have kept some of our boats off the water lately. Before the weather there was a lot of Billfish (Billfish – Sailfish, Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) that are being released. We are also seeing quite a bit of Dolphin, Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline), scattered Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and some Wahoo caught prior to the front. BAIT REPORT – Pinfish are swimming this week. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

August 24, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The nearshore boats are catching a lot of Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish), Bluefish and Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny). The inshore bite is producing nice Specks (Seatrout, Spotted), Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater), Cobia and Bluefish. Fishing has been great! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – A lot of White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) and Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) are turning up this week. A few Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) are here and there. Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) have surprisingly still been caught. Most fish are being caught on the troll. Gaffer Dolphin are being brought in with a few Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline). The Tilefish can be caught in limits while deep dropping. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

August 17, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore has been seeing nice sized Flounder (Flounder, Southern). Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Bluefish have also been caught. A few keeper Reds (Drum, Red) and Stripers (Bass, Striped) are being caught. Most are released. The bottom fish has been hot. Flounder, Croaker, Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern), Puffers (Puffer, Smooth) and Spot have all been brought in. The bottom bite is active! PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – There is some great action from the offshore this week. We are seeing a lot of Billfish. Blue and White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White) are being released along with a few Sails (Billfish – Sailfish). Limits of Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline) are turning up. Nice Wahoo around 45 lbs have turned up. Limits of Mahi (Dolphin) are also being caught. This week there were a few Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin) at the gulf stream. Sea Bass (Sea Bass, Black) are a bit closer in. Nearshore there has been great Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish). Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater), Moonfish, and Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny). BAIT REPORT – Croaker are turning up this week. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

August 9, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Inshore boats are catching nice sized Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) this week. Our Pro Angler Tip would be to use live Shrimp as their scent will be a lot more effective in attracting fish. We also suggest fishing the early morning or late evening tide in the deeper pockets of water. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The offshore boats are catching some Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) here and there. The bite is slowing down. The Dolphin bite is heating up. Tilefish (Tilefish, Blueline & Tilefish, Great Northern) are also being caught in limits. The nearshore is holding Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish), Drum (Drum, Red), Bluefish and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater). Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

August 3, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Nearshore boats are catching tons of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Bluefish. Inshore we are seeing Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Pompano (Pompano, Florida), Cobia and Red Drum (Drum, Red) in great sizes. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The offshore boats are continuing to catch Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) this week. They are 40-50 lbs. Dolphin and Wahoo are coming up in good numbers as well. There are several Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) and White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) releases each day. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

July 27, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Nearshore we have seen a lot of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Bluefish. Red Drum (Drum, Red) have also been released. Inshore the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Cobia and Flounder (Flounder, Southern) have all turned up. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – Anglers are still catching Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) up to 50 lbs. This is unusually for the time of year. Dolphin are scattered about as well. Billfish are beginning to bite. Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) have been caught everyday along with Sails (Billfish – Sailfish). Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

July 20, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore bite is great this week. From the bottom there are some good keeper Flounder (Flounder, Southern), Seatrout (Seatrout, Spotted), Puffers (Puffer, Smooth), Croakers and Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) around the outer banks. The Red Drum (Drum, Red) are mostly catch and release but there are solid numbers of citation fish. Ribbonfish and good Cobia are right around 45-70 lbs. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The nearshore is holding excellent Spanish Mackerel (Mackerel, Spanish). Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny), Bluefish, Lookdowns, Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) and Cobia. Red Drum (Drum, Red) has also been catch and release in the nearshore. Offshore we have found great sized Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin). Good numbers of Mahi Mahi (Dolphin) are swimming as well. Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and the occasional Bigeye (Tuna, Bigeye) have been biting. Wahoo and a few Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) have turned up. There are no reports of Marlin just yet. BAIT REPORT – Croakers can be caught offshore this week. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

July 15, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Nearshore the Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and Kings have been great. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) are swimming the reef. Bluefish and Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) are turning up along with some Sharks (Shark, Bull). A few Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are on the ocean side. Inshore boats have found good Flounder (Flounder, Southern) fishing. Stripers (Bass, Striped) and Spanish have been swimming up close with a few Cobia mixed in. Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) and Croaker are on the bottom. PRO ANGLER APP USERS – Tap a fish listed below the report for more angling tips and tricks! OFFSHORE – The fishing has been a bit slow recently however over the past week the Yellowfin and Mahi (Dolphin) bite has been great. Wahoo and Billfish (Billfish – Sailfish) have turned up as well. Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and Bigeyes (Tuna, Bigeye) have also shown up on full day trips to the gulf stream. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

July 6, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – A ton of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) have turned up this week. There are some keeper sizes in there. Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater), Red Drum (Drum, Red) and a few Bluefish are still out there. OFFSHORE – A lot of 40-50 lb Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and some nice Bigeye (Tuna, Bigeye) have been caught this week. Wahoo have also been brought in. A few Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish), White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) and Blue Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, Blue) were released as well. Gaffer Mahi (Dolphin) have also shown up. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

June 28, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Surf Fishing Report: Scattered Bluefish, Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) and a few Croakers. Buddy Branner caught a 33 in Drum at Oregon Inlet the weekend. It was a birthday catch. The winds are SSW at 12 and the water temp is 72 degrees. The water is calm and clear, the wind is light and the sun is bright. Sound Fishing Report: The Anglers on the Little Bridge on the Nags Head/Manteo causeway are catching Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Black Drum (Drum, Black). Pier Fishing Report: Avalon – Nice Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) in the 24 in range, Pompano (Pompano, Southern), Blues and small Cobia. Nags Head – Blues. Jennette’s – Sand Perch (Surfperch, Sand), Pigfish, a couple of Spanish and some Triggers. Outer Banks: Blues, few Croakers, and some Sea Mullet Inshore Boats/nearshore Report: The inshore charters caught Bluefish, Speckle Trout and Drum. Nearshore decked plenty Bluefish, Spanish and some Albacore. Miss Oregon Inlet headboat caught Sea Robin, Croaker, Bluefish, Sea Bass, Gray Trout, Sea Mullet and Sharks. Hayden Dougherty caught his first Cobia out of Oregon Inlet. Nice size. Good job. OFFSHORE – Another day of catching good size Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and a good amount of Dolphin. A few Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and some giant Wahoo, one 80 lb citation. A Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) and 2 White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) were released. TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-4807

June 21, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The surf is holding some Bluefish this week. The piers have had a good run of Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) and a few Triggerfish (Triggerfish, Gray) and Spadefish. A few scattered Pompano (Pompano, Florida) have also turned up. The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite is productive early in the morning. Throughout the inshore the Cobia are catching well. OFFSHORE – Blackfin and Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) have been caught in the offshore this week. They are out past 20 miles but Dophin have been swimming a bit closer in. TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-4807

June 14, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish), Bluefish, and Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) have been hooked inshore. Anglers are both trolling and casting. There are some Cobia swimming as well however anglers are putting in a bit more time to find them. OFFSHORE – The fishing has been great. Anglers are catching nice fat Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) up to 144 lbs. Gaffer Dolphin are also still biting along with a few Wahoo. Anglers are putting in a full day to hook them. Trolling has been the best bet for all fish. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

June 7, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – It has been a pretty good Spring for the Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). They are holding up in the sound. There are a lot of little ones with some keepers mixed in but you have to work for them. There are quite a few little Stripers (Bass, Striped) as well which is a good sign. Drum (Drum, Red) are down by the inlet. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) have been great from the piers and the boats. They are over 5 lbs from the piers. Gotcha Plugs have been the best way to hook them. Hexhead Jigs are also productive. OFFSHORE – A lot of Mahi (Dolphin) and Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) are turning up offshore. There has been some great Gaffer fishing this season. Anglers are fishing from 30-40 miles out. Tuna are up towards the Northeast, out from Virginia Beach. BAIT REPORT – Some Mullet is slowly moving in this week. Threadfin are here and there and Bluefish can be used on the piers. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413 https://proangler.us/capt/whalebonetackle.png

June 1, 2016

Columbia

INSHORE – Surf – Sunday was a wretched day. Rain all day. Hatteras got 6 in. That’s a lot of water. There were scattered Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern) on the beaches during the weekend. A 68 lb Cobia released at ramp 44 yesterday. The winds are NE at 5 and the water temp is 59 degrees. Small swells, glassy water, light winds, heavy fog on piers. Sound – The Little Bridge anglers on the Nags Head/Manteo causeway caught small Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Drum (Drum, Black) this weekend. Victoria fished the sound in Manns Harbor yesterday and caught a keeper Trout. Piers – Avalon: Small Mullet, some Trout. Nags Head: Fishing is good, Bluefish, Sea Mullet and Trout Jennette’s: Sea Mullet and Bluefish. Outer Banks: Sea Mullet. Inshore/Nearshore Boats – Despite the weather, an inshore boat fished and caught many Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) and some Cobia. OFFSHORE – Offshore charters had no problem finding the Dolphin and a huge 64 lb Dolphin was caught by Allan. There were plenty of Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) at the stream as well. TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-6301 www.twstackle.com

May 24, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – A bunch of 2-3lb Bluefish have been biting. Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) and Small Stripers (Bass, Striped) are coming out of the sound this week as well. We expect this to continue into the weekend. OFFSHORE – Anglers offshore are still catching massive amounts of Gaffer Dolphin. We are still waiting for Yellowfins (Tuna, Yellowfin) to become thicker but they are hitting. Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) are also hitting offshore along with some Blue and White Marlins (Billfish – Marlin, Blue & Billfish – Marlin, White). A few Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) have shown up here and there. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

May 18, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Surf Fishing Report: Surf fishing was slow yesterday. A few Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern), small Bluefish and Pompano (Pompano, Florida) were scattered on the south beaches. Spanish (Mackerel, Spanish) were caught at Frisco as well. Fishing is slow on this side of the bridge. A few Bluefish were reported. The winds are SE at 6 and the water temp is 61 degrees. Water is flat, glassy and clear. Sun is shining for now. Sound Fishing Report: The Little Bridge on the Nags Head/Manteo causeway reported throwback Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). Pier Fishing Report: Avalon: Bluefish and Sea Mullet. Nags Head: Bluefish. Jennette’s: Bluefish. Outer Banks: Good run of Bluefish. Inshore Boats/nearshore Report: Miss Oregon Inlet sailed yesterday and caught Gray Trout, Croaker, a good number of Sea Mullet and pigs and pins. OFFSHORE – Offshore Boats Report: The fleet filled their boxes with Dolphin. Some Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) were caught and also a few Albacore (Tuna, Albacore). A White Marlin (Billfish – Marlin, White) was caught and released. TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

May 12, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Bluefish are turning up throughout the inshore this week. We are also receiving reports of catch and release Stripers (Bass, Striped) come in from the sound. We expect this bite to carry into the weekend. OFFSHORE – There has been a lot of Mahi (Dolphin) caught in the area as of late. They are mostly Gaffer so far. Both Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) and Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) are biting this week. Sailfish (Billfish – Sailfish) are beginning to move back into the area as well. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com www.oregon-inlet.com

May 3, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) fishing has been the best we have seen in years. They are hitting from the causeway, under and around the bridges and from the boats. Lures are doing best to hit them. A chartreuse 4 inch swimming Mullet is the hot lure. From the surf they are hitting just as well but are preferring spoons. The sizes are great so far. The Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Northern) are biting well from the piers. They are loving Bloodworms. Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth) continue to bite. The Skates (Skate, Winter) are almost clear at this point. They are eating all the Shrimp. A few Sharks are scattered about and some Bluefish have moved in. Small Stripers (Bass, Striped) are still plentiful which is a great sign for next year when the season reopens. OFFSHORE – Hot Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) and scattered Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) are catching well in this area. The big Dolphin have shown up this week. They are definitely gaffer sizes so far. We are even seeing some Sails (Billfish – Sailfish) and Wahoo. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

April 26, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Sound Stripers (Bass, Striper) are great for catch and release this week. There are a few keepers as well. A 2.5 lb Bluefish has turned up off the beach which is a great start. The Flounder (Flounder, Southern) and Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) are heating up. The Trout season wasn’t great last year but we are seeing some healthy fish kick off the year. OFFSHORE – It’s been a pretty active week so far. Things are beginning to heat up. We are seeing very good numbers of Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin). There are a lot of limits. Great Mahi (Dolphin) are coming in. Mako Sharks (Shark, Shortfin Mako) are turning up. Really nice Wahoo and citation Blackfin (Tuna, Blackfin) are also being caught as well as an early catch of Billfish (Billfish – Marlin, White). Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com

April 20, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Beach fishing continues to be slow. Water is calming but still rough. A few Blowtoads (Puffer, Smooth), Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern), small Black Drum (Drum, Black) and Croakers south of the point. Frisco and Hatteras beaches had Blowtoads. This morning, the OBX Pier is catching Sea Mullet, Blowtoads and Skate (Skate, Winter). Avalon Pier has a couple nice Sea Mullet. The Little Bridge anglers reported a Striper (Bass, Striped) or 2 yesterday. The winds are SW at 12 and the water temp is 53 degrees. A beautiful day on this sandbar. OFFSHORE – The wind was pretty strong all weekend and the ocean is just starting to settle down. Check in with us anytime to get up to the minute reports once the boats are able to get back on the water. BAIT REPORT – An inshore boat fishing caught some Shad. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com

April 13, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Monday was a beautiful spring day and the fishing was fair. Some Blowtoads and small Sea Mullet were caught at Avon. The Point had a good number of Skates (Skate, Winter), a 33 inch Drum (drum, Black) caught on metal and the jetties had Bluefish and Blowtoads. Frisco was bombarded with Skates, caught small Bluefish, Sea Mullet and Blowtoads. Hatteras caught the same adding a few small Flounder (Flounder, Southern) to the catch. The piers are catching Sand Perch, Blowtoads (Puffer, Smooth), and Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern). OFFSHORE – Oregon Inlet had 3 offshore boats to sail yesterday. Some nice Yellowfin (Tuna, Yellowfin) were caught also a Dolphin and a Mako Shark (Shark, Mako). An inshore boat fishing caught some Shad. BAIT REPORT – An inshore boat fishing caught some Shad. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com

April 5, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are a ton of Stripers (Bass, Striped) in the sound this week. They are all short so far however we expect to see some bigger sizes in the next few weeks. Anglers gearing up for the Spring bite can check out our GPS Hotspots and Fish features for all the tips and tricks you’ll need to keep your lines tight. OFFSHORE – We are starting to see some Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin). Some were released and some brought in from 62-64 inches. There are some nice fat Yellowfin Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin) brought in as well. The wind is picking up and it has been difficult to get out as well. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 info@oregon-inlet.com

March 29, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Striped Bass (Bass, Striped) have been caught around the bridges so far this week. Anglers are catching them from the boats as the water is still cool. From the beaches there is a lot of action this week. Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern), Drum (Drum, Black), and Puffers (Puffer, Smooth). There are also some small Bluefish that have moved in. This is a great sign of a Spring pattern beginning to set in. There are some great deals on select inventory such as Costa sunglasses and rod & reel combos. Stop in to Bob’s Bait & Tackle to stock up! OFFSHORE – We are beginning to see a great Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Bluefin) bite this week. Anglers are having no trouble hooking them on the troll. There have also been a few great catches of Mahi (Dolphin) coming in as well. Anglers have to head out to roughly 38 miles to find them as the nearshore has been very slow as of late. Bob’s Bait & Tackle 252-261-8589

March 21, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There has been a lot of wind in this area as of late. There were really good Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) and Blowfish (Puffer, Smooth) towards Hatteras. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) are showing up in the same area while some bigger Drum (Drum, Black) are showing up closer in. Check out the killer Sidewalk sale that is happening this weekend with some great deals to be had. OFFSHORE – The Tuna, Bluefin bite has been great when the weather allows anglers to get on the water. This has been the main focus for anglers until the Spring pattern sets in. TW’s bait and tackle 252-261-7848

March 16, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – It’s still a bit slow in this area as of late. There are a few Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) caught near the Little Bridge. There are some decent numbers out there if you put some time in. Catfish, Gafftopsail have also be caught in this area. Farther South near Buxton there have been tons of Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth). They can be caught on three hook bottom rigs. There has been the occasional Drum (Drum, Black) caught on the point and South from there. The bite is not hot this week. OFFSHORE – The Tuna, Bluefin and Tuna, Yellowfin have been a hot bite this week. Anglers are heading out to the stream to hook them this week. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

March 9, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Anglers are catching Shark, Sandbar and Skate, Winter so far this week. Cut bait has been the best bet to hook them. Towards Hatteras there have been reports of Drum (Drum, Red), Whiting (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern) and Puffers (Puffer, Smooth). Once the water warms up after a few hotter days and nights we will see these same fish show up in this area. OFFSHORE – Towards Oregon Inlet we are seeing some Tuna, Bluefin turn up offshore. No reports of anything huge yet this week however they are there. Bob’s Bait & Tackle 252-261-8589

March 2, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are still some Skate, Winter and Dogfish, Spiny near Buxton South. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) and Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern) have turned up as well. We were surprised to see a scattered bite of Puffer, Smooth as well. There are no signs of Striper (Bass, Striped) as of yet. OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) have been hot this week. The Bluefin and Blackfin have been particularly hot off Hatteras. There are even some Dolphin turning up in this area. The bottom is holding a few Ajs (Jack, Amberjack Greater) as well. There is certainly a bite for anglers heading out. There was also one single report of Tuna, Bigeye from this area as well. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

February 24, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are some Stripers (Bass, Striped) holding up in the sound this week. Anglers are targeting them as their main inshore fish. Our Fish Guide also provides tons of tips and tricks to hooking the fish and keeping your lines tight. OFFSHORE – Tuna (Tuna, Bluefin & Tuna, Yellowfin) are coming back from the offshore boats by the stream. The sizes are great and we expect this to continue into the weekend. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 www.oregon-inlet.com

February 16, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – When the weather calms down we expect to see some Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) which is generally fairly good at this time . There may also be a spotty Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite. We hope to see some Bluefish in the next little while however it is difficult to tell during weather like this. Once things are more ideal anglers can also check out our Fish Guide which provides additional tips and tricks to help keep your lines tight. OFFSHORE – The fishing has been rough in this area due to the weather as of late. There are some reports of Tuna fishermen heading out to catch some Tuna, Bluefin this week. Otherwise most angler are staying inside so far this week. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

February 10, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There is not a whole lot going on in this area so far. There have been reports of a few Dogfish, Spiny and Skate, Winter turning up. Towards Buxton and to the South we are seeing some Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) as well. Anglers are throwing Mullet on the bottom from the beach to hook any of these. The weather has made fishing pretty dreary so far. OFFSHORE – Due to the recent weather it has not been easy for anglers to get out on the water. When they do there are some great reports of Tuna, Bluefin turning up near the gulf stream. This is a little farther out so this makes it more difficult in combination with the weather. We hope to see a good bite once things settle down. TW’s bait and tackle 252-261-7848 www.twstackle.com

February 4, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Buxton South is producing some nice Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) in the slot from 18-27 and around inches. This past weekend was great. Scattered Bluefish, Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth) and Whiting (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) are mixed in as well. There have been no Bass, Striped caught in the sound lately. OFFSHORE – There was one 75 inch long Tuna, Bluefin caught in the offshore. They are being caught around 35-40 miles off the shore. They are sometimes mixed in with nearshore Bluefish. By Hatteras there are some Tuna, Blackfin and some scattered Wahoo as well. We wouldn’t be surprised if some Tuna, Yellowfin turned up as well. The bite has not been consistent however. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

January 28, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Smooth Dogfish (Shark, Dusky) and Skate, Winter have been the only fish holding up on the beach. Anglers are using any kind of cut bait on 5/O hooks to catch them. Most of the bait has moved out at this point and the next run of fish have not yet made their way in. Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Drum (Drum, Red) and Blues (Bluefish) are swimming in Hatteras and we hope to see that move our way soon. TW’s bait and tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

January 22, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The inshore has been riddled with Skate, Winter and Smooth Dogfish (Shark, Dusky) this week. Anglers also may be able to find some Specks (Seatrout, Spotted) from Buxton and South. There are also expected to be some Puppy Drum (Drum, Red), Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern) and Blow Toads (Puffer, Smooth) swimming the area as well. The Striper (Bass, Striped) bite has come to a halt this week and there have been no reports of any being caught so far. OFFSHORE – Most of the anglers looking to head offshore this week are heading towards Hatteras. There is a solid Mackerel, King bite along with some great bottom fish turning up. We have reports of Beeliners (Snapper, Vermillion), Sea Bass, Black and Tilefish in great sizes. If you are targeting Sea Bass like a lot of anglers, you’ll have to travel beyond 60 ft of water to find them while dropping cut Squid and you can also get some Tautog. Anglers are anxiously waiting for the Tuna, Bluefin bite to fire up. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

January 15, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are still some Stripers (Bass, Striped) swimming in the sound this week along with some Drum (Drum, Black) and Reds (Drum, Red) in the surf. The sizes of both fish are varying although we expect to see increased Trout sizes once the weather cools down. OFFSHORE – The weather has been less than ideal in this area lately however there are still some anglers who have managed to get out and reel in some decent catches of Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) as well as some Wahoo. We expect this bite to continue into the weekend. BAIT REPORT – There are Croakers swimming the surf and can be caught for bait. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 www.oregon-inlet.com

January 6, 2016

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Most of the Outer Banks Holiday visitors have left the Island. Fishing was not great on the northern beaches. TW’s store still has great bargains. I thank our customers for sharing their news and pictures with us this past year and can’t wait to see what 2016 brings. There were small Trout (Seatrout, Spotted), Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Northern & Kingfish, Southern), and Bluefish scattered from Buxton to Hatteras. It was slow. I have nothing from the north beaches. Not many people fishing. I would say they may have been more interested in watching football.There have been small Stripers (Bass, Striped) and some small Trout reported at Mann’s Harbor. Jennette’s Pier decked some Sea Mullet, Blues and False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) Sunday. We have N winds at 15-30 and the water temp is 55 degrees. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

December 29, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Farther South there are some great reports of Kingfish, Southern and keeper sized Puppy Drum (Drum, Red). The surf and pier are producing undersized Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Kingfish as well. There have also been reports of Bass, Striped by the bridges however most of them are smaller sized as well. Anglers are throwing predominantly stretches or bucktails for the Stripers. OFFSHORE – Tuna, Bluefin are turning up in great sizes so far this week and are loving Ballyhoo as usual. This bite is expected to continue through the rest of the week. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

December 21, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Today is the first day of winter. We just got a little taste of winter. Now we are having rain and a warm up through Christmas. Surf fishing on this side of the bridge is nonexistent. Unusual slow on the other side of the bridge with some Bluefish action in Buxton with small Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) and Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) as well. Striper (Bass, Striped) fishing in the sound was good. Anglers caught their limits. The winds are S at 7 and the water temp is 57 degrees. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

December 14, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are some Stripers (Bass, Striped) turning up in the sound this week on rattle traps and 1 oz bucktails. Soft plastics are performing fairly well this week too along with stretch 15s on the troll. Anglers have also been using diving plugs. It seems they will try just about anything as the Stripers have been the main focus and most of the action this week. There are some Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) that have come up on bass assassin soft plastics or gulp jigs as well. Blues (Bluefish) have had a spotty bite in the same area however neither of the two species are near steady this week. The water is still warm so the fishing is not where it should be at this time of year. Anglers hope it will pick up once the temperature cools down. OFFSHORE – There is still a bite offshore this week. Reports of Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) have come in. The bite is far from steady however they are still out there in good sizes for anglers willing to put their time in. Most boaters do not make many trips this time of year so there is not a whole lot of competition for the fish. BAIT REPORT – So far this week there are no signs of bait running. There may still be a few straggler Mullet however there have been no reports as of yet. TW’s Bait and Tackle 252-441-4807 www.twstackle.com

December 9, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – There are fish swimming just about everywhere in the area this week. Along the surf anglers are seeing good numbers of Speckled Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) turning up on berkley gulp or soft bodied things. Most of them are fairly small sized at this point. Once the temperature cools down a bit we expect to see some bigger sizes however the occasional keeper is turning up for anglers who can pick through. Not many have been more than 12 inches long. Puppy Drum (Drum, Red) are also not large enough to keep either as most are coming in just shy of regulation. There were still Sea Mullet (Kingfish, Southern & Kingfish, Northern) off the piers however they have closed this week along with some Puffer, Smooth. Lots of smaller Bluefish have been caught on cut mullet from the same areas while the Puffer are hitting soft bodied lures similar to the Trout. In the sound Stripers (Bass, Striped) have been catching well from the boat around bridges. Stretch 15 and 20s, rattle traps and double bucktails are the rigs of choice so far this week. White, yellow or chartreuse bucktails are the ideal setup. The Stripers have gotten big at this point, however overall number are less than last week. Anglers are even catching some right off the bridge or under them in the early morning or evening. The inlet is fairly shoaled up right now so boaters will have to pick through. There has not been many reports of fish coming off the shores so far this week. OFFSHORE – The fishing in the deep water has been doing very well this week. Boaters can make a 40 mile ride to find some good sizes of Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) this week in the stream. There have also been a few Mackerel (Mackerel, King) showing up in the same area. Farther out anglers have seen a spotty Wahoo bite mixed in and surprisingly a couple of Billfish – Swordfish and Billfish – Sailfish brought in around 75-80 miles. Artificials continue to do well for offshore fish this week. BAIT REPORT – We continue to see some Mullet running however it is moving out with the cold weather and most anglers will turn to plastics instead of targeting them. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

December 3, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – All the action from close in has been coming from the Stripers (Bass, Striped) this week. The weather has seemed to clear up and anglers have been able to make it out on the water. The bite has been really hot and it has not been difficult for anglers to hook one this week. Stripers are all bundled up in the Sound and don’t seem to be moving too far from there at this point. OFFSHORE – The nice weather has produced some great fishing in the deep water this week. Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) have been biting along with lots of Wahoo. They are loving live Ballyhoo or any similar artificial. Dolphin have moved out at this point and there are no reports so far this week. BAIT REPORT – There have not been any reports of bait running so far this week. Oregon Inlet Fishing Center & Charter Boats 252-441-6301 www.oregon-inlet.com

November 26, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The weather has seemed to calm down from yesterday’s conditions, although it is still cold today despite the sun. Whitecaps are still rolling so boaters should take caution when heading out this week. There has not been a whole lot of action inshore as of late. Puffer, Smooth are turning up along with some Bluefish. No one has been fishing the Oregon inlet this week. The occasional Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) has turned up on the beach as well as some puppy drum (Drum, Black). Around the bridge there have been great reports of Bass, Striped most being within keeper size. Few are undersized at this point. Anglers have been using rattle traps to hook them and finding this quite effective. Chartreuse with a curly tail or green, both light or dark are the hottest colors this week. OFFSHORE – The weather has been pretty nasty in this area lately. Wind and rain have deterred most boaters from heading offshore. Our sources suspect that when the conditions calm down there should still be a Tuna (Tuna, Yellowfin & Tuna, Blackfin) bite however the Wahoo and Dolphin may become spotty by this point. Should anglers decide to head out for the holidays they can always consult our Tips feature which provides additional information and suggestions to improve the catch. Whalebone Tackle can also provide an up to the minute report so fishermen know exactly what to expect when they hit the water. BAIT REPORT – Our sources have not seen any bait running as of late. Most are turning to artificial at this time. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

November 17, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Trout, Trout and lots of Trout (Seatrout, Spotted). The bite has been great lately in this area. Anglers are using Vudu Shrimp with a lot of success however Live Shrimp have been doing even better. Bass Assassin grubs are another great artificial alternative with good results. Trout have mostly been found in the backwater as well as in the area where the creeks run to the intracoastal waterway. A few Reds (Drum, Red) have shown up this week in good sizes as well. Surf fishermen are finding better results on the incoming, clean water tide. The large amounts of rain lately has mixed the water quite well and made fishing difficult in some areas. Surf casters are hitting a mixed bag of fish including Reds, Whiting (Kingfish, Northern), Bluefish, Pompano (Pompano, Florida), and Drum, Black. OFFSHORE – The bite in the deep water continues to do well despite the rainy conditions lately. Mackerel, Spanish have been moving farther out along with the Mackerel, King. Both can be found around 10-15 miles out. Most anglers are pulling Cigar Minnows or Ballyhoo and finding a lot of success. There aren’t too many bait fish running in this area so this gives anglers the opportunity to throw almost anything they want and still find a bite. There have been reports of a spotty Wahoo bite along with some Grouper, Gag off the bottom. Squid and cut Cigars or frozen Minnows have produced the best results in 70-90 ft of water. The weather has been raining steady the past few weeks however fishing has still been good. BAIT REPORT – There are still a few reports of some Menhaden and Mullet however they have become very spotty, possibly due to the mix of freshwater lately. Rod & Reel Shop 910-842-2034

November 10, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – Similar to last week, Stripers (Bass, Striped) have been hiding around the bridges. Boaters are trolling using stretch 15-25s, rattle traps and 1 oz. Bucktails. Chartreuse with a curly tail seems to be the artificial of choice however light and dark green are working as well. Some anglers are using live Eels, Croakers or Pinfish however being that the catch is usually pretty small a majority are preferring to use artificials as it’s mostly catch and release fishing. Along the beaches there is a great Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite along with Bluefish, Drum (Drum, Black & Drum, Red) getting larger in the surf. Trout have been chasing artificials such as a berkley gulp, bass assassin or zman in various colours. It is really a day to day process of figuring out what the fish prefer. Blues are hitting most anything including fresh Mullet. Drum, both puppy and larger sizes have also preferred fresh Mullet. Surprisingly, anglers have been hooking Puffer (Puffer, Smooth) on Shrimp or Bloodworms. This species is normally not in season at this time however with the unpredictable weather lately they have been biting. False Albacore (Bonito, Little Tunny) have also been found in the surf. OFFSHORE – When the weather is accommodating there has been a good bite on Tuna (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) with some fishermen even hitting their limits. Farther out at the 25-30 mile range there have been reports of some Dolphin and Wahoo swimming. Billfish – Sailfish were doing great as well and anglers have been hooking all of these species while trolling with skirted Ballyhoo. BAIT REPORT – Most of the finger sized Mullet are gone. There’s also plenty of Spearing along the beach. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413

November 6, 2015

Columbia Fishing Report

INSHORE – The Trout (Seatrout, Spotted) bite has been good however until recently there had not been sizes big enough to keep. This past weekend there were some 20 inches and larger caught so they are slowly growing. They are hitting berkley gulps and similar artificials. Puffer, Northern were fairly prominent last week but are starting to slow down. Little Bluefish and Sea Mullet are in a good run while Reds (Drum, Red) are becoming scattered. There have been reports of 30-50 lb Reds off the piers as well as Stripers (Bass, Striped) near the bridges. Stretch 15 or 20s are working best for them. Most of them aren’t big enough to keep at this time but anglers who make their way out in the morning are catching larger sizes. In the outlet there are Bluefish, and more smaller Reds. Shrimp, Puffers and Mullet can be found off the piers. OFFSHORE – The deep waters are still providing some great bites for offshore anglers. Although the conditions have been rough the Tuna bite (Tuna, Blackfin & Tuna, Yellowfin) have been great. They are biting on Cedar Plugs as a first choice. There continue to be reports of scattered Dolphin and Wahoo while anglers troll for Tuna. They are hitting mostly spoons. BAIT REPORT – Finger Mullet have just about left for the year and the next front will probably move them out entirely. There are still some Menhaden swimming so live baits are still around to catch at this time. Whalebone Tackle 252-441-7413









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