Maryland DNR shuts down striped bass fishing in the Bay and all tribs 7/16 to 7/31; here's what species we're targeting during these next two weeks
The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art. February 27th: Chesapeake Invaders: The Ecology and Economics of Blue Catfish on the Bay, Presenter Jay Fleming Click here to register.
We share are few social media posts from 7/27 to 8/2 that raised eyebrows; a potpourri of Chesapeake catches and culture!
Introduced to the Chesapeake Bay in the 1970s, blue catfish have exploded throughout the watershed, concerning biologists but exciting anglers
Snakehead Fish and Blue Cat are killing and displacing our native species! To educate the public on these invasive species and help get some out of the Pocomoke River, we are hosting a fishing tournament targeting these bad guys. Back at the weigh in, we will have music, food, beverages, and many local fisheries experts with all the scoop. Public is welcome to the weigh in! DEADLINE to register for tournament is Midnight on June 21. CASH PRIZES for heaviest individual fish as well as total weight of haul. Calcuttas are for blue cat only!!! Fish anywhere and anyhow on the Pocomoke River starting at 7 a.m. but have your catch back to the scales before 4 p.m. Weigh in party starts at 12 p.m. in Byrd Park, 400 Dighton Ave, Snow Hill, MD 21863, Click here for full details.
A beautiful week of weather in the middle Chesapeake has led to an increase in fish activity (many species) and anglers ready to catch them!
This week: new documentary on commerical menhaden fishing • blue crab winter survey • master anglers • habitats of concern • record blue cat caught • and event announcements!
From sunny and 65 degrees to an Arctic blast dropping temps to freezing, the Bay region's weather this week has definitely impacted fisheries
A fairly conventional late-winter week with fish holding in pre-spawn patterns; we await the first major push of yellow perch...