I would really love if someone could tell me where to get info on fishing the bay and River.I have mostly croaker knowledge and a little bit of Flounder knowledge.I usually put in at JRB and fish between there and the HRBT I would like to know how to get info on the spades,drum,tog,etc... that I hear so much about and also all the locations I hear all the time like the Hump,Willoby bay and so forth I hear of all these reefs,shoals,inlets,and bays and have no clue. Some help would be appreciated maybe in the form of a website,video,or book I live in Chester,Va so I would like some help!!!!!!

Jburkes,

I live in Prince George, and my bud and I fish all of the types of fish you were inquireing about. Spades you can catch at the Chesapeke light tower, or the CBBT. Other places also, but we fish for them there With Clam for bait. I could go on and type a book, but if your looking to go out and learn diffrent places to go, The next time we have a slot open I'll let you know! Best of luck to you, and if you have further Questions, I can try and answer some of them.Tight Lines and the best of luck!

Danny

Hey Danny

I just wanted to Thank You, For takin the time to answer questions asked. To us Newby's that hasn't learned but so much about the waterways You are a GREAT HELP.

Jdog

Keep your eye open for guest speakers at club meeting, or at places like Boaters World. The one on Laskin Rd. is having a good one this Thurs. on puppy's and specks. They often have some of the best speaker/demos in the area. Also, meet and greets are a good place. Often there are demos at all of them. Probably one of the best ways is to HO (can I still say this) for someone who is going. Nothing beats hands on.

Thanks for the info so far its nice to know people will help

J, I'm in Colonial Heights and knew nothing about fishing the bay last year this time. I just gathered up my gear and headed out about a dozen times. At first I stayed around the MMBT then slowly made my way out to HRBT then to Thimble Shoals. By the end of the summer, I was at the CBBT looking for places to fish on the depth sounder. Just keep your eyes on the weather patterns.

Take some time and read through the MANY pages on this site concerning bait/technique/gear/locations. I spent about 8 hours one Saturday reading and marking places in my chart book. It really paid off. Remember, the questions you have, have probably been asked before and you're more likely to get a more detailed answer if you search for that specific question.

Good Luck!
Randy

One of the best things get a chart book when people start talking about places look them up if they aren`t there ask . Sometimes poeple wont say but most of the time they might pm you if they dont want thousands of people knowing. As was said try to ho go to a few m n g get to people lips losen after a few drinks.

Anytime Jdog..........We fisherman have to stick together!!! I'm schoolin' my daughter who can outfish most boys her age! She's still talkin' trash, as she has beaten the teacher on the past few outings! Now she wants me to school my niece!! man before long I'm gonna hafta hold back some "Secret weapons" To hold up my title I can't let em' beat me all the time. I love to watch em havin' fun, and learning. Thats what it's all about! I will help in any way I can to pass something on I've learned over the years. Now I just have to beat her 38 1/2" Striper she caught at the toys for tots tourney we fished out of OE2 last December.

Hey Jdog.....When you takin that 24Ft of yours to the blue water? You'll be hooked for life if you do! nothing beats fights from tuna, dolphin and wahoo! and man are they goooooood eatin!

Danny

TIDEWATER FISHING by Skip Miller is an excellent book on fishing all of the bay species. He gives you a lot of information and a few stories to keep it fun.
The best way to learn is by trial and error; in other words, get out there!

I'm with ya Danny, I have all ready told Sue (my Wife, #1 Mate, Fishing Bud) we need to tow the boat to hatterus. 3 0r 4 day weekend. thats my plan.
I have heard OI is very dangerous. I am sure I need to go out of there about 5 times with someone else before I try it with my boat.
I lived at Key West for 3 yr's when I was a kid. we had a boat before we had a place to stay.Boat parked at hotel. Gulf streem there is 1 mile out, well use to be if not now. I was hooked back then. OH YEA, WE ARE GOING TO THE BLUE WATER.

Thanks again, hope to meet you sometime.

Jdog

What a great web site.

Yea Jdog....OI is rough!!! my bud went out there Sunday and was encountering 12-14 waves going out in his 25Ft Trophy! He also got stuck on the sanbar on the way back in! he did catch a 75Lb yellowfin and a 50Lb also. He broke 5 others off before getin' em to the boat! best bet is to follow someone who knows the inlet! it is trecherous! Tight lines, and I'll be on the lookout for you next time I'm out. I'll let you know! Take Care!

Danny

I don't want to be redundant but here is some info I posted in another request for info.

Lots of stuff on this board. Feel free to use the search function as it will find previously posted info.

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Boat Ramps

Mill Landing Road Ramp (off Princess Anne Road in Pungo) you may launch your boat free.

North Bay Shore Campground located off Sandbridge Road near Margie & Rays Seafood Restaurant for a small fee.

Owl Creek Boat Ramp Provides access to the ocean. No launch fee. Located next to the Virginia Marine Science Museum. 701 General Booth Blvd.Virginia Beach, VA 23451 (757) 563-1100

Rudee Inlet at the south end of the Virginia Beach oceanfront opens on the Atlantic Ocean. The Owl's Creek Ramp, a large public launching facility, is located inside Rudee Inlet. This six-lane, concrete ramp with ample parking is open 24 hours a day.

Lynnhaven Inlet just west of Cape Henry opens upon the Chesapeake Bay and provides quick access to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. There are three ramp facilities in the Lynnhaven Inlet area. A public launching facility is available at Seashore State Park at the end of 64th Street. This facility is open from dawn to dusk and requires a fee payment. The distance to the inlet mouth from the launch ramp is approximately 5 miles. Closer to the inlet are two launching ramps operated by private businesses. Bubba's Marina and Lynnhaven Waterway Marina provide boat launching for a fee, have adequate parking, and the ramps are open 24 hours a day.
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Good Luck. Marty

Thanks for the info everyone