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  • Tune in to the "Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Daily Fishing Report" for up-to-the-minute insights on fishing conditions in Chesapeake Bay. Get expert tips, weather updates, and explore the best fishing spots in Virginia. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a fishing enthusiast, this podcast offers valuable information to enhance your fishing adventures. Discover more about local fish species, bait recommendations, and seasonal patterns to maximize your catch. Don't miss your daily dose of fishing wisdom and ensure a successful day on the water with our expert hosts.

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  • Chesapeake Bay Fishing Frenzy: Trout, Rockfish, and More Biting Strong This Fall

    Chesapeake Bay Fishing Frenzy: Trout, Rockfish, and More Biting Strong This Fall
    Nov 23 2024
    As of November 23, 2024, the fishing scene in the Chesapeake Bay is buzzing with activity. Here’s what you need to know for a successful day on the water.

    **Weather and Tidal Report:**
    The weather forecast looks promising through Wednesday evening, with gusts expected later in the week. Water temperatures in the lower Chesapeake Bay range from 59.2°F at Sewells Point to 61.5°F at the Chesapeake Light Tower. Sunrise today is at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 4:43 PM. Tides are moderate, with high tide around 10:30 AM and low tide around 4:30 PM.

    **Fish Activity:**
    The speckled trout bite is on fire right now, with anglers catching them in almost all the tributaries, including the Lynnhaven River, Rudee Inlet, the Elizabeth River, and the Piankatank and Rappahannock rivers. Popping corks paired with fresh shrimp or soft plastics are very effective. Yesterday, boats trolling in Linkhorn Bay caught limits of keeper trout using green and orange bass assassins.

    Rockfish activity is increasing, especially around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel pilings, where larger fish typically show up towards the end of November and in December. School-sized rockfish are abundant throughout the lower bay, particularly at night around bridges and piers with lights. Lipless crankbaits and jerk baits are proving effective.

    Puppy drum are still making a strong showing in most tributaries, and some big ones are being caught around the islands of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Tautog have moved inshore with the cooler water temperatures and can be found at wrecks, rock piles, and other hard bottom structures. Sand fleas and crab baits are their preferred diet.

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For speckled trout, use live Mullet, shrimp, paddle tail swim baits, and popping corks. For rockfish, lipless crankbaits, jerk baits, swim shads, bucktails, and plugs are working well. Tautog are biting on sand fleas and crab baits. For puppy drum, topwater lures in the shallows and Gulp baits rigged on one-quarter ounce jigheads are effective.

    **Hot Spots:**
    The Lynnhaven River, particularly around Linkhorn Bay and Broad Bay, is a hotspot for speckled trout. Rudee Inlet and the Elizabeth River are also producing good catches. For rockfish and puppy drum, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel pilings and the islands around it are excellent spots. The mouth of the Rappahannock and James rivers are good for trolling.

    With the fall season in full swing, the Chesapeake Bay is offering diverse and exciting fishing opportunities. Make the most of the good weather and hit the water to catch some of these active species.
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  • Fishing the Chesapeake Bay: Rockfish, Speckled Trout, and Puppy Drum Action Heating Up for Fall

    Fishing the Chesapeake Bay: Rockfish, Speckled Trout, and Puppy Drum Action Heating Up for Fall
    Nov 22 2024
    As of November 22, 2024, the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia is offering some exciting fishing opportunities. Here’s a rundown of what you can expect:

    ### Tidal Report, Weather, and Time
    Today, the sunrise is at 6:51 AM, and sunset will be at 4:43 PM. The tidal cycle shows high tide at 9:34 AM and low tide at 3:34 PM. The weather forecast indicates a pleasant day with cooler temperatures, which is ideal for the fall fishing season.

    ### Fish Activity
    The fish activity in the Chesapeake Bay is picking up, especially with the cooler temperatures. Rockfish activity is increasing around the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel pilings, with larger fish expected to show up towards the end of November and in December. School-sized striped bass are abundant around lighted bridges and piers, particularly at night[1][2][4].

    Speckled trout are still active in the shallows over grass beds, but they are starting to move to deeper waters. The Speck bite is hot, especially inside the rivers and inlets, with hotspots like the Lynnhaven River, Rudee Inlet, Little Creek Inlet, and the Elizabeth, Piankatank, and Rappahannock rivers[1][4].

    Puppy drum are also plentiful in these areas, biting on similar baits as the speckled trout. Sheepshead and tautog are still biting around vertical structures, and the tautog bite is really picking up[1][4].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For striped bass, use lipless crankbaits, jerk baits, and soft plastics like paddle tail swim baits. Trollers are having success with small umbrellas, tandems, and bucktails dressed with shad[2].

    For speckled trout, live Mullet, shrimp, paddle tail swim baits, and popping corks are highly effective. Topwater lures work well in the mornings and evenings in the shallows[1][4].

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel**: This area is seeing increased rockfish activity, especially around the pilings.
    - **Lynnhaven River**: A hotspot for speckled trout and puppy drum, with the Lynnhaven Troutzilla Tournament currently underway[1][4].
    - **Rappahannock and James Rivers**: Good spots for catching striped bass by trolling with swim shads, bucktails, and plugs[1].

    Overall, the Chesapeake Bay is in full swing for the fall fishing season, offering a variety of species and exciting fishing opportunities. Make sure to check the local fishing reports and regulations before you head out.
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  • Fall Fishing on the Chesapeake Bay: Trout, Reds, and Stripers Thrive Amidst Transitioning Conditions

    Fall Fishing on the Chesapeake Bay: Trout, Reds, and Stripers Thrive Amidst Transitioning Conditions
    Nov 21 2024
    As of November 21, 2024, the Chesapeake Bay is offering some exciting fishing opportunities despite the transitioning weather. Here’s what you need to know:

    ### Weather and Tidal Conditions
    Today, expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 58°F and a low of 45°F. The water temperatures are still in the low 60s, which is typical for this time of year. Tides are moderate, with high tide at 9:34 AM and low tide at 3:34 PM.

    ### Sunrise and Sunset
    Sunrise is at 6:53 AM, and sunset is at 4:47 PM, giving you ample daylight to hit the water.

    ### Fish Activity
    The fall season is in full swing, and several species are active. Speckled trout are feeding aggressively on shrimp and minnows near marshes, making areas like Lynnhaven Inlet and the Eastern Shore hot spots. Use shrimp hooked under a popping cork, jigs, plugs, or topwater baits to catch these trout[2][3].

    Red drum, including puppy drum, are also active in the same areas as the speckled trout. Large red drum can be found feeding in the lower Bay, particularly around the 3rd island area of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel[2].

    Striped bass action has been inconsistent but is picking up in certain areas. Trollers are doing well pulling small umbrellas, tandems, and bucktails dressed with shad, especially in the Potomac River and around the channel buoys between numbers eight and six. Shallow water bites for stripers and reds are also productive, especially in the Rappahannock and Potomac rivers[3].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For speckled trout, use shrimp, minnows, or small jigs. For red drum, the same assortment of baits works well. For striped bass, small umbrellas, tandems, and bucktails dressed with shad are effective. White paddletails and bone-colored topwater spooks are also catching stripers and reds in the shallows[2][3].

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Lynnhaven Inlet**: Great for speckled trout and puppy drum.
    - **Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel**: The 3rd island area is a hotspot for large red drum.
    - **Potomac River**: Channel edges from Colonial Beach down to Piney Point are good for trollers targeting striped bass.
    - **Rappahannock River**: Shallow water areas are producing stripers and reds.

    With the Lynnhaven Troutzilla Tournament underway from November 10 to December 10, Long Bay Pointe Bait and Tackle is a great resource for local insights and gear[2].

    Get out there and enjoy the fall fishing season on the Chesapeake Bay
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    3 mins

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