Fishing the DMV

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Lin Bell, owner of Fishing Pro Tech and one of the true pioneers who helped introduce JDM tackle (Japanese Domestic Market fishing tackle) to the American bass fishing scene. If you love Bassmaster Classic history, tournament bass fishing, high-end fishing gear, and cutting-edge Japanese lures, this is an episode you do NOT want to...

Help keep ALIVE support us on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , we’re diving deep into the world of BIG BASS FISHING in Virginia with Aidan and Caden — two of Virginia’s top big bass hunters who specialize in targeting trophy largemouth bass using glide baits, swimbaits, and power fishing techniques. If you’ve ever wanted to lea...

Aidan on TikTok: https://linktr.ee/aidanfordfishing?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=52595b12-ebf8-4a2d-b6c5-5aace02ad1d9  Aidan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aidanfordfishing  Aidan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aidanfordfishing  Caden on TikTok: caden.fishing Caden on Instagram: caden.haines   Fish Everything Website: https://www.fisheverythingcustoms.com/  If you are...

Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , we’re joined by Northern Virginia Kayak Bass Anglers (NVKBA) 2025 Angler of the Year Eddie Butler to break down exactly what it takes to become a consistent, tournament-winning kayak bass fisherman . If you want to catch more bass this spring , this episode is...

Anglers ALERT: Big Changes Coming to Smith Mountain Lake (Public Meeting Info) In today’s episode of Fishing the DMV , we’re breaking down one of the hottest topics in Virginia fishing right now — aquatic vegetation (hydrilla/SAV) at Smith Mountain Lake and what it means for anglers, guides, and local businesses. For some, grass is a game-changer that improves habitat and fishing. For others, it r...

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , we head back to Lake Anna , one of the hottest winter bass fishing lakes in the Mid-Atlantic , to break down why this place continues to fish like an absolute cold-water bass factory . We’re joined by the man, the myth, the legend Matt Strykul of SB Fishing , fresh off BACK-TO-BACK tournament wins at the Sturgeon Creek Marina Winter Series . Matt...

On this special bass fishing episode of Fishing the DMV , we revisit one of the most heartfelt and inspiring fishing stories in our channel history. In August, we lost Charlie Taylor at 86 — a bass fishing legend whose impact on the freshwater fishing community will live on. Charlie was the founder of Lots-A-Luck Bassmasters and New Horizon Bass Anglers , and was instrumental in creating the New H...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV , we’re heading to one of Virginia’s premier bass fisheries with Billy Kohls , owner and head guide of Smith Mountain Lake Guide Service , for an in-depth late winter bass fishing report you won’t want to miss. 🎣❄️ Billy breaks down Smith Mountain Lake winter bass fishing during the critical late-winter to early-spring transition , covering where bass are positi...

On this urgent and important episode of Fishing the DMV , I’m joined by Dean Naujoks of the Potomac Riverkeeper to discuss a major Potomac River environmental emergency that every angler, boater, and outdoor recreationist in the Mid-Atlantic needs to know about. As of this week, an estimated 60 million gallons of raw, untreated sewage per day has been discharging into the Potomac River due to a ca...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re bringing you live, on-the-floor coverage from the Richmond Bass Fishing Show—one of the premier bass fishing expos in the Mid-Atlantic! 🎣🔥 We go booth to booth talking with some incredible local and regional tackle companies, diving into new product releases, custom baits, and must-have gear for bass anglers heading into the season. You’ll hear...

To celebrate the incredible working relationship between Fishing the DMV and the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources , this special long-form compilation episode brings together multiple in-depth biologist reports covering Virginia’s most iconic and productive river systems . This episode is packed with science-backed insight, fish population trends, and actionable information every serious...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Alex Thigpen and Shockley Hiatt — two rising hammers representing the next generation of competitive bass fishing. 🎣🔥 These young anglers aren’t just great on the water — they’re competing at the highest levels of high school bass fishing. Both have fished in major B.A.S.S. Strike King Bassmaster High School Series events, including regi...

On this in-depth episode of Fishing the DMV , we’re joined by Captain Doug Goodman , a highly respected Mid-Atlantic saltwater fishing guide with decades of experience fishing the Chesapeake Bay , Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, and Southwest Florida. Captain Doug has been fishing inshore and offshore waters since the late 1970s, earning his U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License in 2015 with the...

Welcome back to the 2nd Annual Merry Bassmas Bash Fishing Tournament! In this episode, we bring you a full tournament standings an award ceremony!! We are giving away a ton of cool prizes and guided fishing trips!!!   We’ll break down the division winers for the Largemouth/Mixed Bag Division and Smallmouth Division and a ton of side pot challenge from walleye to yellow perch ! We also highlight ca...

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Justin Largen, fresh off his big win at Battle on the Border VII on Buggs Island / Kerr Lake—one of the premier bass fishing destinations in Virginia and North Carolina. Justin breaks down exactly how he cracked the code in tough, low-water conditions, targeting stumps, stick-ups, and shallow structure in 3–6 feet of water along wi...

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , we officially kick off our 2025 Fisheries Tier Rankings , breaking down the best bass fishing lakes, rivers, and reservoirs in Maryland and Virginia as part of our larger multi-state series covering Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina . This episode is loaded with hot takes, strong opinions, and real-world bass fishing experience...

Click the link below to get 15% off any roll-on when you use the code BLUEFISH. BlueStuff.com/FishingtheDMV   On this episode of Fishing the DMV , we sit down for an in-depth tournament bass fishing breakdown with James Murtha and Chris More , the newly crowned Anglers of the Year from the Lew’s Golf & Fish Club. This episode dives deep into bass fishing strategy, bass fishing patterns, and ho...

2025 Fisheries Tier Rankings | North Carolina Bass Fishing Breakdown We’re officially kicking off our 2025 Fisheries Tier Rankings , and we’re starting strong with North Carolina bass fishing . In this episode of Fishing the DMV , we dive deep into the best bass lakes in North Carolina to determine which fisheries deserve LEGENDARY status—and which ones fall into overrated or tough-bite territory....

Apologize for the inconvenience, but there is  gonna be no Monday Night Live tonight. It has been rescheduled for tomorrow at 6 PM!!  Ranking 2025 BEST Bass Fisheries Part 1: North Carolina Link to Live Stream down below:  https://youtube.com/live/ChyCpGFt9CU?feature=share  Support the show

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , I’m joined by Logan Summers , member of the Maryland Black Bass Advisory Board and Director of the Fish On Bass Anglers Club , a non-affiliated bass club based in Montgomery County, Maryland . In the first half of the episode, we dive into Logan’s fishing journey , how he got started in bass fishing, and the growth of the Fish On Bass Anglers Club — a...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , I’m joined by Lin Bell , owner of Fishing Pro Tech and one of the earliest pioneers responsible for bringing Japanese lures into the U.S. bass-fishing scene. Today, we dive deep into the rise of Megabass , how Japanese lure design revolutionized American bass fishing, and which jerkbaits , BFS baits , and finesse fishing lures you must have in your tac...

Welcome back to the 2nd Annual Merry Bassmas Bash Fishing Tournament! In this episode, we bring you a full tournament standings update during one of the most exciting winter bass fishing events of the year. Anglers are grinding from November 28th at 7AM through January 3rd at Midnight , chasing giant December largemouth bass and winter smallmouth bass in cold-water conditions across the Mid-Atlant...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , I’m joined by Hunter Smith of Fishing Pro Tech for the 2025 Jig & Minnow Buyer’s Guide . Hunter breaks down everything you need to know about the most effective jig-and-minnow strolling baits , the gear that makes them shine, and the tackle setups that consistently put big bass in the boat. The jig-minnow technique isn’t new—but it has absolutely e...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we are talking about bass boat electronics with  Greg R. Ravitsky owner and operator of New Horizon Boat Builds LLC. Greg has worked in electrical commercial construction for nearly a decade and holds a Journeyman’s license as well as a Master Electrician’s license in the state of Virginia. With extensive knowledge in low voltage systems and the marine...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I have on Victor owner of Fish Everything Glide Baits. This will be the Ultimate Glide Bait Buyer’s Guide with the glide-bait pimp daddy himself from Fish Everything! We’re breaking down exactly what tackle and gear you need to start throwing glide baits the right way… plus a whole lot more! -Tips -Gear recommendations -Live Q&A -Big-fish talk Click...