Fishing the DMV

(Warning: This episode contains strong language and may not be suitable for children) On this rowdy episode of Monday Night Live! we delve into "Susquehanna River Smallmouth Fishing Tips for May Fishing Success." Join us as seasoned kayak angler and Susquehanna River Guide Jake Harshman shares his insights on early spring smallmouth bass fishing. Jake discusses effective techniques, opti...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , we return to the beautiful Upper James River with Upper James River local Dalton Karnes! The James River is Virginia’s largest, and begins where the Cowpasture and Jackson Rivers meet in Botetourt County, carving its way through the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains before reaching Lynchburg. From there, it flows through Richmond and ultimately into t...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re joined by none other than Will Anderson — the champion of the Virginia Kayak Anglers Elite’s first event of the season out of Aquia Creek! Will crushed the competition with a jaw-dropping 83 inches of Snakehead, and he’s here to break it all down. From strategy and tackle to the conditions on the water that day, we dive deep into what it takes to...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV I talk with James J. Stowers he is the ABA American Fishing Tour Tournament Director for Virginia West – 7. We talk about the history of the ABA and Smith Mountain Lake.  Click on the link below to sign up for the Patreon club and to join the Spring Bass Bash Fishing tournament Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!!  https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Fis...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re bringing you an Late April Fishing Report for the Tidal Potomac River with Captain Kris Johnson! As the water warms up, prespawn bass start staging, making this one of the best times to catch big largemouth bass. We’ll cover the best spring bass fishing techniques, the top lures for Potomac River bass fishing in April, and key areas where fish are starting...

On the super exciting Monday Night Live. Join us as we open the phone lines and dive into the hottest topics in the world of fishing! We’ll break down the Virginia DWR’s 2025 rankings of the top small impoundments for bass fishing — find out where you should be launching next weekend! A deep dive into the future of the fishing economy heading into 2026 — what trends, challenges, and opportunities...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re diving into one of Maryland’s most underrated yet powerhouse fisheries—the Conowingo Reservoir —with none other than MAKBF Champion Mickey Pfortsch . Last year, Mickey took the title with over 95 inches of fish, and this year, he did it again with 89.75 inches —proving this place is no fluke! Now, ask most anglers what the largest freshwater impou...

I am excited to officially announce our next major fishing tournament — the Spring Bass Bash, proudly presented by The Bass Cast! This epic tournament kicks off Saturday, April 26th at 6:00 AM and runs all the way through Sunday, June 15th at midnight — giving you over a month to chase down giants! Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Entry is jus...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , we're shining a spotlight on one of Virginia's most underrated hidden gems— Leesville Lake . 🎣 Joining me is Mike Gils , an angler and local expert, to talk about what may be Virginia’s least-known but most promising fishery . Tucked away in the Roanoke River Basin , Leesville Lake serves as the lower reservoir to the more famous Smith Mount...

On this exciting Monday Night Live we’re gonna recap the Bassmaster Elite event on the Pasquotank River, and officially sanctioned Survey from the Maryland Department of Wildlife Resource on Forward Facing Sonar, and an interesting philosophical question about what the differences between a Coach and a Guide if there is any in the world of youth fishing.  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we will be going over the results from the Frostbite Frenzy Club Fishing tournament and discussing our next fishing tournament. Also I have on special guest HPSFishing who called in over 40 pound five fish bag in Virginia!!!  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Fishing the DMV now has a website: https:...

In this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Kyle “KJ” Farwell of Farwell Fishing Guide Service to get the scoop on the hottest bass and crappie fishing action around the Raleigh, North Carolina area. From the sprawling waters of Falls Lake and Jordan Lake to hidden gems like Lake Johnson and Harris Lake, KJ breaks down seasonal patterns, go-to techniques, and where the bites are heating up...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV we have on Jared and Chaz to do a Bassmaster Elite at Pasquotank River Preview show!!!   Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Fishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/    If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheD...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I have on Victor own of Fish Everything Swimbaits and Aidan his Tournament Partner talk about there 38.80 pounds mega bag on the Rez!! the previous record was 35.60 pounds  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast  Fishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/  If you are interested in bei...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV , we're diving deep into one of Virginia’s hottest bass fishing destinations — Smith Mountain Lake . Joining me is Dan Wilson , Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, to break down why this lake is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the bass fishing world. In early 2025 alone, multiple double-digit bass have been lande...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to Occoquan Reservoir to discuss how Brian & Enzo caught their personal biggest bag at the first Fountainhead Tournament.  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Fishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/    If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorshi...

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , we talk about how Lake Anna is fishing in early April with NVKBA champ Frank Bogden.  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   Fishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/    If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishing...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV Logan Anderson shares insider information on spring bass fishing on Lake Norman plus some other fantastic fishing opportunities across North Carolina.  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!!                  Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast   If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we have Tyler Bumgarner in the house — fresh off his big win at the first stop of the VA BASS Nation Kayak Series at Sandy River Reservoir and Briery Creek Lake ! Tyler crushed it with 94.25 inches , locking down first place and big fish honors against some of the best kayak anglers in the region ! He found a 🔥 dialed-in pattern during practice, kicked...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Brian from The BassCast to break down everything that went down at the 2025 Bassmaster Classic! From big catches to game-changing moments, we dive into the highs, lows, and surprises of the biggest bass fishing event of the year. Brian brings his expert insight, on-the-ground perspective, and years of tournament coverage experience to the...

on this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re diving deep into the world of river smallmouth bass with three absolute legends of the game: Jeff Wolford, Jeff Miller, and Gayland Hethcote. With over 100 years of combined experience fishing our local rivers, these guys bring a wealth of knowledge and stories to the table. Join us as we break down tactics, seasonal patterns, and share insight from decade...

In this episode of Fishing the DMV , we sit down with Justin and Aaron from Lew’s Golf & Fish Club to discuss their harrowing experience at Lake Manassas. Their fishing trip took an unexpected turn that nearly led to jail time. We delve into the history of Lake Manassas, the origins of their club, and the challenges anglers face in the DMV area. Whether you're into bass fishing, kayak fis...

Episode Description: On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , I sit down with Hunter Tibbetts, fresh off an incredible showing at the BFL Piedmont Division event on Buggs Island—also known as Kerr Lake. Hunter weighed in an impressive 19 pounds, 14 ounces to take 2nd place and he's here to break it all down. We dive deep into how he tackled the lake, the patterns that put him on fis...

On this action-packed episode of Fishing the DMV , I sit down with Billy Kohls, owner of Smith Mountain Lake Guide Service. Billy delivers a detailed March fishing report and shares expert insights into springtime tournament fishing on Smith Mountain Lake and how to find the best Pre-Spawn Patterns that will work on any lake!  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/Fishin...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, history was just made on the VA/NC Bobcat Crappie Trail event on Buggs with a new lake recorded 17-pound plus 7-fish limits of crappie limit!  Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon!!! https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast Fishing the DMV now has a website: https://www.fishingthedmv.com/ If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship...