on the water weekly fishing report

4/25/20225/01/2022: This week water levels have been low and dropping throughout the middle Neuse and its major tributaries. Check the website for details. Boat anglers did well within the past week, tossing docs and large soft plastics at blitzing 40-inch-plus bass and large bluefish off the local reefs. On Tuesday, they collected around 30 Striped Bass (half males/females) and 1 American Shad at Smithfield. If you are planning on nymphing, small sow bugs and midge imitations have been successful, but dont be scared to put something bigger on. 48 bridge in Gaston on Thursday, April 13. Anglers in the Trent River reported catches of Hickory Shad and Striped Bass for catch-and-release. NCDMF creel agents reported that anglers are having success catching shad in the upper Tar River within the last week. The surf was also producing fluke, he reported, while schoolie stripers are biting on sand fleas and blues are eating bunker and mullet. The minimum length limit is 18 inches, and no striped bass between 22 and 27 inches may be possessed at any time. Weather conditions were favorable. Spawning migrations for both species may be coming to an end soon. Anglers fishing out of Elwell's Ferry caught a good number of blue catfish, assorted sunfish, black crappie, and largemouth bass. To avoid the heat of the day fish at night. Water temperatures were approximately 52, NCDMF creel agents said that angling activity in the upper and middle Neuse River. The Frances Fleet in Point Judith has put together some rock-solid trips over the past week or so. Battle Parks construction still puts a strain on the traffic flow of anglers, and activity was similar to previous weeks. Fishing was a little slower at Edwards Ferry, but anglers caught a few Hickory Shad there last weekend. Streamflow during sampling was 2,000 cfs and on the rise. Copyright 2023 N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, Conserving North Carolina's Wildlife Resources, Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program in NC, NC Freshwater Fishing State Record Program, Learning About North Carolina's Wildlife Resources, Understanding our Wild Life Webinar Series, John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, Wayne E. Smith Cold Mountain Shooting Range, Wake County Firearms Education and Training Center, Wildlife Law Enforcement in North Carolina, Striped Bass harvest will also be open again this weekend, April 22 and 23. You just have to find them. There are also family fun trips every Monday and Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. A couple of the local tuna anglers are finding fish in a number of areas. The bluefin are eager to hit Ron Z and Hogy jigs, and Dave is carrying plenty of both of them. The peak of the American Shad run has likely occurred as fish continued to decrease once again this week. Streamflow during sampling was slightly above normal with 8,500 cfs. Good reports keep coming in from beaches, rivers and bays. Bluefishing was a little iffy this week in the ocean but it was better back in the bay. Rhode Island. New Mexico Bass & Trout Challenge Take the Bass and Trout Challenges! The striper migration is slowly coming to a halt as ocean temperatures rise and bass seek cool, forage-rich environments to spend the summer months. Neuse River:Striped bass season is closed in all waters and tributaries downstream of Falls Lake Dam. Utah chub are the most abundant prey for the other fish in the reservoir. A few striped bass and hybrid striped bass were caught in the Maple Cypress area by anglers targeting catfish. The river was at moderate levels and relatively clear. Boat anglers were concentrated around the rapids near the boat ramp, Big Rock, and below Trouble Field this week. With high call volumes and hold times longer than normal due to the transition to a new license and vessel registration system, we encourage you to review these Tutorial Videos for how-to information regarding the new system. The Trent River also yielded black crappie, white perch, largemouth bass, sunfishes, and catfishes. The weather was fine for fishing over the weekend, and anglers fishing in the Trent River brought in some nice catches of bluegill, and a few redear sunfish. The abundance of American Shad and Striped Bass is expected to increase in the coming weeks. Anglers mainly targeted shad and largemouth bass in adjacent creeks, while several anglers reported catches of striped bass in the main river. Anglers targeted largemouth bass and striped bass in and around the Pamlico River. About five boat anglers and six bank anglers were observed fishing on April 12near Weldon, while one boat angler and eight bank anglers were observed fishing at Gaston on April 15. Shad fishermen reported excellent catches of Hickory Shad at Weldon and fair catches at Edwards Ferry. Jay Richardella of Side Job Charters out of Belmar said he found tuna on his last offshore trip but they proved very picky and just wouldnt bite. This site works best with Javascript enabled. We recommend using size 20 24 midge nymph patterns, caddis nymph patterns and baetis mayfly patterns, as well as size 18 20 sow bug patterns and size 16 18 worm patterns. 4/23/2022-4/29/2022: Striped Bass catches improved this week; anglers had luck during the harvest days from Edwards Ferry all the way to Weldon. Anglers were catching an even mix of American and Hickory Shad. Weather conditions were less favorable with colder temperatures and scattered rain. The river was turbid, at moderate levels, and rising in the Tarboro area. Almost half of the tap water in the US is contaminated with chemicals known as forever chemicals, according to a new study. There are plenty of larger mayfly nymphs and stoneflies in the water this time of year. No anglers were seen fishing while we were sampling. Crabbing was also pretty good back in the bay. Decent numbers of American Shad and Striped Bass were collected on the spawning grounds near Goldsboro this week. Anglers are reminded the Striped Bass harvest season for the Roanoke River Management Area will open on at 12:00 am Saturday, April 23 and close at11:59 on Sunday, April 24. Anadromous Research Coordinator Jeremy McCargo with a 55-lb., 48-inch female Striped Bass collected from the Big Rock in Weldon earlier this week, Upper Region (Roanoke Rapids Dam to Scotland Neck). Some signs of spawning were present on some of the fish. The Manasquan River has also been good as an alternative to the ocean, with a number of nice fluke caught on the ocean side of the railroad bridge. Northern New Jersey Fishing Report- June 29, 2023. All fish sampled were returned to the river in good condition. The bite was strongest earlier in the week, but anglers were still finding American shad from the shore over the weekend. Anglers reported decent catches of Hickory Shad over the weekend, but the bite slowed throughout the week. The fish are still aggressive this time of year so streamers can be productive as well. There are also plenty of bass and blues in the same places. David Belkoski, NCWRC fisheries biologist, with an approximately 5-pound male Striped Bass collected near Fishing Creek. Excessive wind was a serious problem this past week. The river was at moderate levels and relatively clear. Capt. A few Striped Bass over the slot were collected on Monday, but most were small males. The catching was good to very good. American Shad and a few Striped Bass are starting to show up on the spawning grounds of the upper Neuse River. Mailing Address: American Shad were very abundant at Lock & Dam 2 and Lock & Dam 3. When you hear the greeting, dial EXT 330, to connect to the Curbside Pickup department. A few Striped Bass were collected at both Lock & Dam 1 and Lock & Dam 2. Only one Striped Bass was observed. They also launched at Goldsboro along Highway 117 to collect 2 American Shad (male and female) and 1 Striped Bass male. Those interviewed were fishing for white perch and catfish. A few Striped Bass were located at Lock & Dam 1 and Lock & Dam 2. Charlies will be starting its weekly free fishing clinics on July 12 and holding them every Wednesday throughout the summer. Approximately 10 American Shad were observed while sampling Striped Bass. 6 to 10 feet of water near Linwood. On the upper Tar River, anglers reported consistent bites and a fair amount of luck catching American Shad. Sport fish includes all fish and shellfish caught from California waters for non-commercial purposes 48 bridge in Gaston. There are also bass on the beach eating sand bugs and poppers and bluefish in the rivers, bays and ocean hitting metal, poppers and bait. Water temperatures were approximately 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Downriver from the dam, anglers were able to catch blue catfish using shad as cut bait. NCDMF creel agents reported that anglers are still catching shad with the best catches at Lock 2 and 3. He also reported that Frankie Z from the shop had an unusual visitor this week when a tarpon showed up at his dock. NCDMF creel agents reported more shad angling activity this past week with more bites and releases than previous weeks, especially at Old Sparta. Offshore anglers are starting to get things kicked into gear, with some recreational bluefin close enough to home, and a decent forecast for the upcoming weekend. The fish ranged from 16 inches to 46 inches in length. Now is the time if you want to fish the spawning run. Patient anglers around Rocky Mount were able to hook-up with some quality American Shad. The river was turbid and high during sampling, and recent precipitation on Wednesday and Thursday should cause river levels to remain high over the next few days. Anglers started shifting their efforts towards other species including striped bass and started to catch some quality fish in Edgecombe and Nash counties. Equal numbers of male and female American Shad were collected, while Hickory Shad consisted of approximately 60% females. Utah chub are the most abundant prey for the other fish in the reservoir. Anglers fishing in Kinston caught mostly sunfish. The yellowfin bite has been good in the canyons. Eric, at The Saltwater Edge in Newport reports that the talk of the town is still the massive amount of sand eels that have infested local waters. Cal II, all reported excellent fluke fishing as well. The surf has been particularly active as anglers are finding keepers along with loads of shorts in the wash from Sandy Hook down to Island Beach State Park. The Middle Provo River receives a lot of angler use.Middle, from Deer Creek Reservoir upstream to Legacy Bridge SR-113 (Blue Ribbon): ??? Most of the Striped Bass collected were in Little River and were slot-sized males. WebSmall patterns tend to be most effective during the winter on the Provo River. The flows are a little low around 110 CFS, but we should start to see it rise in the near future. Streamflow was normal and steady at approximately 6,000 cfs at Lock & Dam 1. Freshwater anglers have no shortage of opportunities, with strong reports for post-spawn largemouth, crappie, pike, carp, and trout. 4/18/20224/24/2022: Over the past week, anglers reported that the spotted seatrout bite has remained slow. Gulp on small jigs heads did the trick. 2000 - document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) KEVIN INC d/b/a Kittery Trading Post. American Shad were most abundant at Lock & Dam 2 (49 fish), with decent catches at Lock & Dam 1 and Lock & Dam 3. At Weldon, some anglers reported having to run downriver to the Halifax area to find fish to catch. Updated: July 2nd, 2023. Several bank anglers were also observed fishing at Battle Park. Most of the American Shad continued to be found along the shoreline. In the lower Tar-Pamlico, anglers reported a continued decline in the spotted seatrout bite, but they had success targeting red drum along with freshwater species including black crappie, sunfish, and largemouth bass in the creeks along the river. Anglers were observed catching shad at both locations. If you make a trip to the river this weekend, please use caution while boating and be aware that the water level is relatively low, exposing many rocks near the surface. Local fluke fishing continues to be steady in the Newport area and has also picked up a bit in The Bay, specifically around the channel edges. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. NCDMF creel agents reported that striper fishing has been very good around the Downtown Wilmington area and at Lock and Dam 1. The weather was warm. There have been reports of red drum and striped bass caught in the Pamlico River, as well as largemouth bass and black crappie in the creeks. Anglers were observed catching shad at both locations. Biologists T.D. Water levels have been high but are expected to drop. 3/27/2022 4/4/2022: The water levels in the Cape fear are getting back to normal. American Shad and Striped Bass were collected on the spawning grounds near Goldsboro at the start of the week. Saltwater. Anglers are having no trouble getting their one sea bass. The fish ranged from 13 inches to 37 inches in length. There were about five to six boats scattered from the boat ramp past big rock. The river was relatively clear at moderate levels and decreasing. Middle Region (Core Creek to Seven Springs, Goldsboro Area). Over the weekend the shad bite picked up. The largest shad was approximately 18 inches, with only males sampled. The American Shad and Striped Bass spawning season should continue for several more weeks. Striped Bass consisted of approximately 80% males. Striped Bass numbers tapered off downstream of Big Rock. Juvenile American shad collected near Kinston boat access area. Fishing was good at the beginning of the week, but Tuesdays trip was more of a challenge with the water chilled due to southeast winds. Greater numbers of shad were caught on the Neuse River in Kinston. Its summer, when anglers thoughts turn to fluke. 48 bridge on Wednesday. Almost half of the tap water in the US is contaminated with chemicals known as forever chemicals, according to a new study. Anglers are still encountering post spawn shad upriver especially around Rocky Mount. The best catches in the lower river were on cut bait. most of which were spent, were still present in the collection this week. No anglers were observed while sampling in Goldsboro. We recommend using size 2024 midge nymph patterns, caddis nymph patterns and baetis mayfly patterns, as well as size 1820 sow bug patterns and size 1618 worm patterns. The scup fishing is great mid-bay and across the South County rockpiles/beaches. Water releases from Falls Lake Dam dropped significantly so the river height near Raleigh was lower than previous weeks allowing more anglers opportunity to fish. The largest American Shad was approximately 22 inches, whereas the largest Striped Bass was approximately 30 inches and 10 pounds. CO Shane Zavodnik (Virginia) spent the week at Camp Ripley assisting the current Academy class with the emergency vehicle operation of their squad vehicles and ATVs. There are also plenty of sea bass around, he said. Hes also sailing for blues on weekend nights and reported last Fridays trip was a success with almost everyone aboard getting their limit. Keeper fluke are caught from the wrecks and reefs to the beaches and rivers, a nighttime bluefish bite turns on, and stripers eat clams and sand fleas in the surf. On the freshwater side, largemouth fishing has been good at Merrill Creek Reservoir but the warming water has slowed down the trout bite. WebGood Catch Fishing Report: March 24, 2023. The shad are making their way up the river, with anglers reporting catches in fewer numbers around the Maple Cypress area and greater numbers on the Neuse River in Kinston and Seven Springs. Report Rhode Island Fishing Report- June 29, 2023. Stripers are still being caught on live bunker on the New York side of the bay, he added, and there have been reports of yellowfin in the canyons. 4/9/2022-4/14/2022: Fishing effort continued to be down in the lower river this week. Salmon and lake trout fishing is good, depending on where you go and how you fish. Striped Bass continue to be caught in the Tar River especially around Tarboro and Rocky Mount in the evenings. Many anglers interviewed around Plymouth headed to Albemarle Sound to find fish. Biologists Christopher Smith (WRC), Deon Kerr (WRC), and Jimmie Garth (Edenton National Fish Hatchery, USFWS) collected 2 Striped Bass and 25 American Shad while electrofishing near the Hwy 48 bridge in Gaston, NC, this week. Catches of 20 to 30 fish per boat were common with some reporting even better success. The minimum length limit is 18 inches, and no Striped Bass between 22 and 27 inches (the protective slot) may be possessed at any time. The largest Hickory Shad was approximately 18 inches, and the largest American Shad was approximately 22 inches. One angler was observed fishing in the vicinity of Battle Park. Rhode Island Fishing Report. NCWRC fisheries biologist April Boggs measuring a Striped Bass collected at Lock & Dam 3 on April 23. There are spots available on upcoming trips and he can be contacted through his website. American shad were caught at Lock and Dams 1, 2, and 3, and some shad were even large enough to claim a citation certificate. Dont be surprised if your current hotspot changes slightly and be ready to change with it. Most bass were seeing are in the 25-45 pound range. Water temps were around 18-19oC. NCWRC Coastal Research Coordinator, Kevin Dockendorf, with a 32-inch, 22 lb female Striped Bass that was collected and tagged with a high reward tag (red) on Monday, April 12 near Weldon. Now that the harvest season has ended for the year, anglers are reminded to continue using single, barbless hooks in the upper river and to practice good catch-and-release techniques to reduce hooking mortality of Striped Bass that are returned to the water. Right now, its all tube and worm and trolling deep water with X Raps and umbrella rigs. There werent too many boat anglers trying their luck, but those that ventured out were able to find good numbers of Hickory Shad. Colors are up to you. A few Hickory Shad were still seen near Weldon but were absent from the surveys near the Hwy 48 bridge, while American Shad abundance remained stable this week. Anglers also caught striped bass, catfish, and black crappie. Sea bass fishing takes a dive, striped bass and cocktail blues remain in the rips, and bluefin tuna action explodes with the presence of large sand eels. American Shad abundance remained stable this week but is expected to increase in abundance as water temperature increases and fish move upriver. Hogy Pro Tail Paddles and 6-inch stick baits got the most attention. 3/27/2022 4/4/2022: Overall angling activity and catch was low last week due to excessive winds. Lock 2 has been the hot spot, but Lock 1 has been productive as well when the water levels are favorable. Due to very low water levels limiting access to Neuse River spawning grounds, American Shad and Striped Bass were collected near Kinston following Goldsboro. Shore anglers continued to have success fishing for hickory shad on the lower Neuse this past week. On Tuesday, they collected around 30 Striped Bass (half males/females) and 1 American Shad at Smithfield. WRC staff conducted the Roanoke River creel survey during the days open to harvest last week. Catfishes made up the bulk of last weeks catch. There might have been one cod of 6 pounds as well. 48 bridge and in the middle of the river. A few anglers reported good catches of Striped Bass at Weldon on Tuesday. The majority of the Striped Bass captured on Monday were above the rapids, and most were between 20-inches and 24-inches. Gulp and bucktails will do the job. Surf anglers had a tough new moon in RI, but things have started to improve, with some better stripers in the high 20 pound and low 30-pound range showing up this week. Only one striped bass was collected at Lock and Dam 1 this week. Biologists Kyle Rachels (WRC), Keegan Nelsen (WRC), and Maggie Gaither (Clemson University) collected 95 American Shad while electrofishing at Lock & Dams 1, 2, and 3 this week. Gleason also reported good fluking in the Long Branch surf on Gulp and bucktails. American Shad numbers saw another slight decline compared to the previous week, likely due to low flows keeping fish down river. There are still some nice ones being caught back in the bay. Middle, Legacy Bridge (SR-113) upstream to Jordanelle Dam (Blue Ribbon): ??? Select a water body Report Options. Electrofishing was not conducted at Locks and Dams 2 and 3 due to the abundance of American shad in poor condition seen last week. Peak fishing for both species should continue over the next week or two. More male American Shad were collected this week than female American Shad. However, the river was extremely high, turbid and at flood conditions in the Tarboro area. Only one Hickory Shad was observed near the Battle Park area, and only four were sampled downstream below Swift Creek. theres loads of big blues in the rivers and in the surf hitting topwater plugs. Sign up for our FREE Fishing Reports Today! Over the past week, anglers reported that the spotted seatrout bite has remained slow. Fishing was slow on the Cape Fear River and few anglers got their hands on fish last week. Parker Petes will also be sailing for night blues on Friday. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. The largest Striped Bass was approximately 30 inches and 12 pounds. They collected 131 Striped Bass near Smithfield on Thursday. Chris Parlow from Captain Bills Landing in Point Pleasant Beach reported that the fluke fishing on the local reefs broke open over the weekend with many limits being reported and a lot of throwbacks. Folks targeting shad had some luck in the Goldsboro area with good catches of hickory and American shad. But the drift was fluky and would spin the boat which created more tangles than there should have been Plus, they had a few too many dogfish. Last weekend saw boat limits of sea bass, along with a nice mix of fluke. There were some shad at Lock 3, but fishing has been slower there. Blue catfish were also caught downriver using shad as cut bait. Its summer, when anglers thoughts turn to fluke. Tuna anglers are taking the ride and finding fish, he said, but they are not close.

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