The leaves begin to turn, the cool north breeze provides relief from a long summer, and fish grow hungry for the minnows that have to find their way out of the creeks and marshes. Time to break out the fly rods. Two fly trips in Chincoteague Bay this week yielded solid results. Speckled trout and schooling striped bass eagerly ate well presented Clouser minnows. Elsewhere, keeper-sized flounder are still about for those willing to work the jigs until they find them. We have begun our forays to the north country seeking King Salmon and Steelhead. Our early trip got results on both fronts, and we look forward to our next outing the first week of November. If you would like to get together for a special half day walk-In trip in Erie PA. message me through this page for details. Bundle up, see you on the water, Aloha!

As the heat of summer bears on, the one fish we can count on is the croaker. For the next three weeks we are helping young anglers get a taste of competitive fishing with the "captain Steves Youth Croaker Tournament" this is a non-profit fish for fun open to all anglers under 16. Currently Chincoteague Bay Adventure anglers are in first and second place. Elsewhere, the redfish have slowed, waiting for trout to arrive, and flounder are still making it to the cutting board. See you out there, Aloha!

As the comfortable cool temperatures continue, the sharks are still biting, with most of the action focused on the inlet and oceanfront. Croakers, spot and whiting provide a steady stream of bait, as well as some excellent table fare. Large redfish are about, providing trophy opportunities. Look for speckled trout and puppy drum to make their appearance in the coming weeks.

As we move into the dog days of summer, the flounder are staging a return to nearshore waters. Hopefully the moderate temperatures will continue and the bite will carry into August. Elsewhere, the panfish and shark bite continues at the inlet and nearshore ocean. Trout and puppy drum should begin to show in the next few weeks. July is fully booked but there are openings in August. See you on the water, Aloha!

The annual Captain Steve's Flounder Tournament is off to a fast start. Opening day we put one fish on the board. We continue to look for that exceptional doormat. The current leader at 5 1/2 pounds has set the bar high. Tournament runs through this Sunday, May 4th. If you'd like to get in on the fun and competition I do have a few slots open this week. Hope to see you out there, Aloha!

Flounder fishing gets an early start as the numbers per trip climb with almost two weeks to go to the big tournament. We will enjoy a few more weeks perhaps of cool mornings and no bugs before the summer rush arrives. See you out there, Aloha!