Well this week is the polar opposite of last. Its these classic early Fall conditions that either have the fish jumping in the boat, or have you tied up at the docks watching the flags blow. These north east winds that left us in port are clearing and now the big question is, “Where are the fish?” With very little intel from satellite shots and very few fishing reports, this weekend will be a hunt to find them. This is a time when log books come into play and having friends on the water can make the difference between a boat ride and a great day of fishing.

So what can be expected out of Virginia’s ports? With the weather buoy reading water temps around 70 degrees, some cooler water has moved in. This may have ushered in a push of Fall Yellowfin that we’ve been waiting for. Areas like the south wall of the Norfolk Canyon may have bait stacked up from the continuous NE blow. Wayne’s World or the eastern edges of the Fingers could be potential hot spots as well.

Longfin Tuna, or Albacore, could also be on the scene in these areas. These cousins of the Yellowfin are annual visitors, but like good relatives, they never seem to stay for very long. Set out some smaller baits, like tuna feathers, jet-heads, or small skirted ballyhoo for these little fighters. Don’t be surprised to have several lines go at once if you troll over a school of Albacore.

The Cigar area could be a hold out for some Billfish action. Depending on true water temps and the availability of bait, there could be a few hold out Marlin swimming around the deeper fathom lines east of the seamount. This could also be the beginnings of some Swordfish action for those venturing out overnight. The deep curves east of the Cigar or the Norfolk Canyon, could be the places to go toe-to-toe with a broadbill.

Wahoo action may be in full swing over the Chenango. Have some wire ready on some rigs, just incase the “Toothed Torpedo” should show up.

Down south out of Oregon Inlet, many boats have had the same luck as those out of Virginia. They too have been stuck at the dock. Once the weather window opens though, it should be right back to “Green Flag Fishing” and some great Yellowfin and Big Eye action around the Point and the Tuna Hole.

Hatteras came in with a few boats heading out this week. The reports out of Hatteras Harbor Marina indicate a good Mahi bite along with several Wahoo. Thursday was their best day out with “Bite Me” scoring a White marlin release and “Release” scratching a Sailfish. They should start to see some more Billfish action and continued success on Dolphin and Wahoo. It won’t be long before some tuna make their way back to the docks in Hatteras.

Its definitely a hunt for fish this weekend. Do all the homework you can and it will pay off. The fish are there…we just need to go find them!

So, Get out there and Catch ‘em Up!!


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very informative don. good job.

Noone has really been able to get out so everyone is gonna have to work together to locate the fish. Great job with the report. Let's get out there and catch'em up...

I think I know where the fish are. (Jeez I hope I'm right) Thinking North right now.
Dave
Hope those aren't famous last words, but what little intell is out there for Saturday seems to point to the Canyon.

[quote=Billable,Sep 21 2007, 05:18 PM][quote=M's Pride,Sep 21 2007, 05:01 PM]Noone has really been able to get out so everyone is gonna have to work together to locate the fish.  Great job with the report.  Let's get out there and catch'em up...

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I think I know where the fish are. (Jeez I hope I'm right) Thinking North right now.
Dave
Hope those aren't famous last words, but what little intell is out there for Saturday seems to point to the Canyon.

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North paid off!

Yeah Dave...south wall of the Canyon was the spot. The wall opposing the wind is usually a good bet.

Several swords were caught, too, but very few tuna. The tuna caught were 70+ pounds.