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Chesapeake Bay Baltimore Washington D.C. Daily Fishing Report

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  • Dive into the latest updates with the "Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore/Washington D.C. Daily Fishing Report" podcast. Stay informed on daily fishing conditions, tips, and hotspots in the Chesapeake Bay area, including detail-rich reports for Baltimore and Washington D.C. Ideal for anglers of all levels, our expert hosts deliver timely advice on bait, tackle, and the best catches. Tune in for your essential fishing guide in the Chesapeake region!

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  • Autumn Fishing Bonanza in the Chesapeake Bay Around Baltimore and DC

    Autumn Fishing Bonanza in the Chesapeake Bay Around Baltimore and DC
    Nov 22 2024
    As of November 22, 2024, the Chesapeake Bay, particularly around the Baltimore and Washington D.C. areas, is seeing a significant uptick in fishing activity due to the recent cold fronts and more seasonal weather.

    ### Weather and Tidal Conditions
    Today, expect partly cloudy skies with a high of around 55 degrees and a low of 45 degrees. Sunrise is at 6:53 AM, and sunset will be at 4:43 PM. Tides are moderate, with a high tide at 9:15 AM and a low tide at 3:15 PM, making the changing tides ideal for targeting various species.

    ### Fish Activity
    The cold fronts have finally brought water temperatures down, and fish are now schooling up and engaging in their typical fall feeding patterns. Striped bass, or rockfish, are active in several areas. Anglers have reported good success in the Patapsco River, especially around Fort McHenry and the mouth of the river. The Bay Bridge is also a hot spot, with trollers doing well along the edges of the shipping channel and between the pilings. Light tackle anglers are finding success jigging in the eddies on the backside of pilings during running tides[1].

    White perch are schooling and moving to deeper waters, particularly around the mouths of tidal rivers and shoals in the upper Bay. They have been caught in 35-foot depths, with metal blade baits, especially those with a firetiger pattern, proving effective[1].

    Big blue catfish are another target, often caught by chunking up fresh cut bunker, eel, or using clam baits around the lumps near Pooles Island. These lumps in the 20-30 foot range have historically been productive for catfish[1].

    ### Best Lures and Bait
    For striped bass, umbrella rigs with 5” sassy shads have been successful, especially when trolling. Jigging with soft plastics and metal blade baits is also effective. For white perch, metal blade baits with firetiger patterns are recommended. For blue catfish, fresh cut bunker, eel, or clam baits are the way to go[1].

    ### Hot Spots
    - **Patapsco River**: From Fort McHenry out to the mouth, this area is producing both striped bass and white perch.
    - **Bay Bridge**: The edges of the shipping channel and between the pilings are great spots for trollers and light tackle anglers.
    - **Pooles Island**: The lumps around this island are good for targeting blue catfish and striped bass.

    With the current weather and tidal conditions, these spots are likely to yield some impressive catches. Keep an eye out for bird shows, as they often indicate the presence of schooling fish.
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    3 mins
  • Chesapeake Bay Fall Fishing Heats Up with Stripers and White Perch

    Chesapeake Bay Fall Fishing Heats Up with Stripers and White Perch
    Nov 21 2024
    As of November 21, 2024, the Chesapeake Bay, particularly around the Baltimore and Washington D.C. areas, is seeing a pickup in fishing activity due to the recent cold fronts and dropping water temperatures.

    **Weather and Tidal Conditions:**
    Expect cooler and breezy weather, with air temperatures predicted to stay mild but gradually cooling. Water temperatures in the main Bay are in the upper 50s, while the rivers are running cooler. Tidal currents are above average this week due to the full moon on November 16, which will continue to influence fishing conditions. Sunrise today is at around 6:50 AM, and sunset is at approximately 4:45 PM.

    **Fish Activity:**
    Striped bass are starting to school up and get into their typical fall feeding pattern. Anglers have reported decent striped bass action around the Bay Bridge, with both trollers and light tackle anglers finding success. Trollers are doing well along the edges of the shipping channel and between the pilings, while light tackle anglers are jigging in the eddies on the backside of pilings during running tides[1][2][5].

    White perch are also active, particularly in the deeper waters of the tidal rivers and Bay. They are schooling and heading to deeper water, with metal jigs being the most effective way to target them. The mouths of tidal rivers and shoals in the upper Bay are good places to search for white perch[1][3].

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For striped bass, umbrella rigs with 5” sassy shads, metal blade baits, especially those with a firetiger pattern, and soft plastics have been productive. Jigging with plastic skirted soft plastic jigs and metal jigs along channel edges is also reliable[1][2][3].

    For white perch, metal jigs and bottom rigs baited with pieces of bloodworm are recommended.

    **Hot Spots:**
    - The Bay Bridge: Both sides of the bridge offer good structure for fish, with trollers and light tackle anglers finding success.
    - Patapsco River: The mouth of the river and areas around Fort McHenry out to the river's mouth have been good for both trollers and light tackle anglers.
    - Eastern Bay and the mouth of the Choptank: These areas have seen breaking fish and decent striped bass action, especially during strong tidal currents[1][2][5].

    Overall, the cooler weather and dropping water temperatures are setting up for some great fall fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. Keep an eye out for bird shows, as they often indicate the presence of schooling fish.
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    3 mins
  • Unseasonably Warm Chesapeake Bay Fishing Conditions - Striped Bass Bite Below Par, Blue Catfish and Smallmouth Active

    Unseasonably Warm Chesapeake Bay Fishing Conditions - Striped Bass Bite Below Par, Blue Catfish and Smallmouth Active
    Nov 17 2024
    As of November 17, 2024, the Chesapeake Bay around the Baltimore and Washington D.C. areas is experiencing some unique fishing conditions due to the unseasonably warm temperatures and lack of rainfall.

    **Weather and Tidal Report:**
    Today, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures in the mid-60s, which is warmer than usual for this time of year. The sunrise is at 6:43 AM, and the sunset will be at 4:43 PM. Tides are moderate, with high tide at 9:15 AM and low tide at 3:15 PM.

    **Fish Activity:**
    The striped bass bite has been below par across the Bay, but there are some productive areas. In the Upper Bay, anglers have reported localized success, particularly in the Patapsco River, the channel near Love Point, and at the Bay Bridge. Striped bass are hitting bucktails dressed with soft plastics, especially in the evening hours near the Conowingo Dam[2][3].

    In the Upper Bay, white perch and pickerel are providing better action, especially in the creeks of the Magothy. Trollers are doing well using umbrella rigs with five-inch shad baits or tandem rigs along drop-offs and channel edges[3].

    **Types and Amounts of Fish Caught:**
    Yesterday, anglers reported catching striped bass, although the numbers are not as high as expected. Some anglers jigged up several fish between 17 and 20 inches in open water. Blue catfish are also active, with reports of large catches below the Conowingo Dam and in areas like Port Deposit and Havre De Grace. Smallmouth bass and walleye are being caught along rocky shorelines and ledges using crankbaits, jerkbaits, and jigs[2][3].

    **Best Lures and Bait:**
    For striped bass, use bucktails dressed with soft plastics or umbrella rigs with five-inch shad baits. For blue catfish, fresh cut bunker, eel, or clam baits are highly effective. Smallmouth bass and walleye are biting on crankbaits, jerkbaits, and jigs. White perch can be caught using small metal jigs or by dropping down Fishbites, live minnows, or grass shrimp[2][3].

    **Hot Spots:**
    - The Patapsco River, particularly the mouth and areas with shoreline structure, is a good spot for striped bass.
    - The channel near Love Point and the Bay Bridge are also holding fish.
    - For blue catfish, the waters below the Conowingo Dam, Port Deposit, and Havre De Grace are prime locations.
    - The rocky shorelines and ledges in the Upper Susquehanna are great for smallmouth bass and walleye.

    Keep in mind the warm weather and lack of rainfall have made fishing conditions a bit challenging, but targeting the right species and using the right gear can still yield some great catches.
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    3 mins

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