Hickory Shad - hot bite despite the cold high winds on the octoraro today. It was every cast and left them biting.

Making good use of the stay at home executive order!

If you’ve been wondering if fishing in Maryland waters is permitted under the March 30th “stay at home order” by governor Hogan... check this out...If you’ve been wondering if fishing in Maryland waters is permitted under the March 30th “stay at home order” by governor Hogan... check this out from DNR

“Under the executive order, no Marylander should leave their home except for an essential reason. Therefore, recreational boating is not allowed. Subsistence hunting and fishing — limited hunting and limited recreational fishing and crabbing for sustenance — can continue, however social distancing must be adhered to strictly. No permits for fishing tournaments, including virtual tournaments, will be issued by the department.“

Read the entire article here:
news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/03/30/dnr-issues-guidan… Show more

Harry had an awesome day on the Flats yesterday landing close too 70 fish, up too 23” es All we caught on BKD’s WT 54 and the water was clear

Took Harry down to the flats yesterday. Not much happening, kept moving and trying different things. Tide changed and picked up one. Thinking there...Took Harry down to the flats yesterday. Not much happening, kept moving and trying different things. Tide changed and picked up one. Thinking there may be some in the river but then they started to wake up. Ended up with 30 or so on crankbaits and swimbaits, all from a very small area. All small 2 and 3 yr olds. Show more

This was a common sight last night on both sides of the river. Just a heads up to be safe and legal as NRP are strictly enforcing the Striped bass...This was a common sight last night on both sides of the river. Just a heads up to be safe and legal as NRP are strictly enforcing the Striped bass C&R line, all tackle, licensing and safe boating relations. No bites last night!! Show more

I just saw the notice below. Does anyone know if this applies to the Susquehanna Flats and Lower River too?

The Secretary of the Maryland Department of...I just saw the notice below. Does anyone know if this applies to the Susquehanna Flats and Lower River too?

The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces changes to the recreational striped bass size and catch limits for the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays and their tributaries.

This notice supersedes all notices effective prior to April 1, 2020 affecting the Atlantic coast recreational and charter boat striped bass fishery. Effective 12:01 a.m. April 1, 2020:

Anglers may keep one striped bass per person per day from the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays, and their tributaries.
The striped bass must be at least 28 inches and less than 35 inches in length. Show more

FYI - Opening day in southeastern Pennsylvania will be April 18, two weeks later than had been planned. Mentored youth fishing day will be April 11...FYI - Opening day in southeastern Pennsylvania will be April 18, two weeks later than had been planned. Mentored youth fishing day will be April 11 statewide, which will force event postponements or cancellations in 18 southeastern counties. For local anglers, it may mean fewer trout in a favorite secluded spot once they do get out to the water. Officials are optimistic that fish getting an earlier release coupled with a later opening day will give them time to disperse.
READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE - www.readingeagle.com/sports/hunting-fishing/trout-… Show more

We had a good morning crappie fishing keeping 25 up too 13”es and a bunch of throw backs

I think I may have found out why the rockfish bite has be very slow this catch and release season : )

Nice Tyler you are dialed in on the cats. Loading up the freezer early

The Blue Catfish are still on fire in the Susquehanna River around the Perryville area. With the water warming there putting up a better fight and...The Blue Catfish are still on fire in the Susquehanna River around the Perryville area. With the water warming there putting up a better fight and feeding harder. Its been a great way to get my fishing-fix. Anyone have any success with C&R Rockfish? Show more

Anything happening on the susky. I am back from my Florida trip. Here's a couple more pics from it

Maybe we can start targeting Green Sawfish since we cant catch any rockfish...

FYI - Liquid and Zach went out ofter the blue catfish again yesterday and did very well!! Kept 4 or 5 I think around 25-30 inchers and lost one good...FYI - Liquid and Zach went out ofter the blue catfish again yesterday and did very well!! Kept 4 or 5 I think around 25-30 inchers and lost one good sized one at the boat. Show more

Susquehanna Blue Catfish Bite - I didn't get to fish (stupid work) but liquid went out this week and got into the blue cats again.

Rockfish reg press release:

news.maryland.gov/dnr/2020/02/12/striped-bass-cons…

Good times in South Florida

This is the new regs for stripers. I think. A bit confusing.
Here is how I read the new rules - don't hold me to fine print - it is confusing.

April...This is the new regs for stripers. I think. A bit confusing.
Here is how I read the new rules - don't hold me to fine print - it is confusing.

April 1 to April 30th - No catch / release fishing.

May 1 - May 15th Trophy season opens ( changed from 3rd Saturday in April ) - One Rock over 35 per angler. Everyone.

May 16 to August 15th - One Rock over 18 for recs - Two rock over 18 if on a charter boat. ( I do not see one over 28 inches ).

August 16th to August 31st - Closed for everyone.

Sept 1st to Dec 10 - One Rock over 18 for recs - Two rock over 18 if on a charter boat. ( I do not see one over 28 inches ).

Dec 11 to April 1 - Looks OK to catch / release - No taking Rock home. Show more

Paul and I had another good day at Marsh Creek keeping 22 and catching around 70 fish biggest 14 3/4”. Paul had. Muskie up to the boat I guessed to...Paul and I had another good day at Marsh Creek keeping 22 and catching around 70 fish biggest 14 3/4”. Paul had. Muskie up to the boat I guessed to be 45 + I had my hand in the gill but it took off and tore his line. Pretty day in February Show more