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Delaware releases 2012 Toxic Release Inventory

Rich King Dec 23, 2013

Delaware releases 2012 Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Report Air releases decrease 54 percent compared to 2011; reporting now includes hydrogen sulfide DOVER (Dec. 23, 2013) – The annual Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) data for 2012 from Delaware’s industrial facilities was marked by significant decreases in releases to air compared to 2011 and…

Invasive plant weed-out at Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area on Jan. 12

Rich King Dec 23, 2013

Division of Fish and Wildlife seeks volunteers for invasive plant weed-out at Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area on Jan. 12 DOVER (Dec. 18, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife is looking for volunteers to help with a habitat restoration project to remove invasive plants at the Cedar Swamp Wildlife Area east of Smyrna from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sunday,…

Delaware residents alerted to report door-to-door visitors claiming to represent DNREC energy staff

Rich King Dec 23, 2013

Delaware residents alerted to report door-to-door visitors claiming to represent DNREC energy staff DOVER (Dec. 20, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Energy and Climate has learned of at least three recent reports handled by Delaware State Police and New Castle County Police of a person or persons knocking on doors in New Castle and Sussex counties,…

Winter Solstice brings a heat wave weekend

Rich King Dec 20, 2013

Well everyone keeps asking what will happen in the surf this weekend, and where are the hot spots? Well, for the past week and last weekend not much was happening in the surf, and the best fishing was out front. The back bays have seen hot action for shorties on plugs, spoons, and swim shads. These are resident fish we are seeing in the back…

DNREC … major enhancements at Delaware Seashore State Park

Rich King Dec 16, 2013

Work begins on major enhancements at Delaware Seashore State Park REHOBOTH BEACH (Dec. 16, 2013) – Nearly $10 million worth of construction has begun on enhancements in Delaware Seashore State Park. The work, which includes major upgrades, replacements and enhancements, will be focused on the south and north sides of the Indian River…

Fishing Report and storm update for Friday the 13th

Rich King Dec 13, 2013

The final predictions are out for tomorrow's storm, the lower part of Delaware (below the C&D canal) will see mostly rain. This storm may begin as possible snow and sleet in the morning but will definitely switch to rain for the late morning and afternoon. The Northern parts of Delaware will probably see snow and sleet. everywhere north of…

DNREC … Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan

Rich King Dec 12, 2013

Sea Level Rise Adaptation Plan now available to help Delawareans prepare and act DOVER (Dec. 12, 2013) – After nearly three years of assessment, debate and public input, Delaware’s Sea Level Rise Advisory Committee has approved recommendations for adapting to sea level rise in the state through the release of its final report, “Preparing…

Redfish in the surf with random keeper striped bass

Rich King Dec 9, 2013

Not much has changed this past week in the fishing community. The surf has been slow to random for keeper striped bass. One day it is good for a few anglers and the next day it is donuts by the box. Bunker has been the best bait, and the boats are doing well with stretch 25's at the Overfalls and Sea Colony area. Live eels have done well…

The surf bite was slow and Monday meetings are starting back up

Rich King Dec 1, 2013

Well today was nothing like yesterday in the surf. The sun rose and it was a gorgeous day, but the fish bite definitely slowed down. We went to conquest beach and set up for a lot of plug throwing and spoon tossing. I cast off and on for almost four hours. Everyone near us was using bunker chunks and the reports coming in were about the…

Striped Bass In The Surf And Snowy Owls In The Dunes

Rich King Nov 30, 2013

Yesterday a few keeper striped bass were caught in the surf. The birds have been working the water in the mornings and everyday they have gotten closer. Yesterday they came within casting distance. A few keepers were pulled in Delaware Seashore State Park. The boats had been doing well in the Delaware bay, but in the past few days the fish…

Striped Bass are Heavy in the Delaware Bay

Rich King Nov 26, 2013

A few days ago the Delaware Bay blew up with striped bass. John French said they were biting like packs of rabid dogs. Good to see the fall run finally enter DE waters. They have been passing us for weeks, showing up in Maryland and far up the Chesapeake bay. The run is still happening up north and the fish seem to blow up one area for a few…

noma-coast2coast raising awareness of melanoma

Rich King Nov 20, 2013

I met Brian and Brendan McElrone tonight in Rehoboth at Arenas Deli. Brian has been riding his bicycle across the country to help raise awareness for Melanoma. "Melanoma is a tumor of melanin-forming cells, typically a malignant tumor associated with skin cancer. My brother Brendan was diagnosed with melanoma a few years back and successfully…

Weekend Delaware Surf Fishing report

Rich King Nov 18, 2013

Friday we got off work early so I went out and about to do a little fishing. I hit up the Indian River Inlet on the north side near the back marina. Throwing spoons just for fun and to relax a little. I caught five bluefish in the eighteen inch range. It was fun and as soon as I went to get the phone to get some pictures it just kept ringing,…

Big Striped Bass in the Delaware Bay

Rich King Nov 14, 2013

Fishing is picking up in the Delaware bay. Nice striped bass are showing up instead of just swimming past the state in the thirty to forty pound range. Live lining eels has been the best but stretches are working for a few as well. Hopefully we will see some move into the surf. Last Sunday a nice seventeen pound blue was hit at…

Fishing is picking up but slowly

Rich King Nov 8, 2013

Fishing from the surf has been bleak the past few days. There are some short striped bass here and there, small flounder, little bluefish and by little I mean size. Ling are in the surf here and there and we still have sand eels. There is plenty of food in the surf, just not much there feeding. I have seen a lot of birds half a mile…

Windy weekend made for poor fishing

Rich King Nov 3, 2013

The past week was decent fishing, even in the surf. Some redfish on spoons and plugs, and several shorty striped bass from the beach. Still smaller blues in the surf and some decent sizes at Indian River Inlet. A few ling cod and spot were caught in the surf as well. Mullet chunks and bunker have done good for catching. The…

The fall striped bass run is beginning for Delaware

Rich King Oct 28, 2013

It was a great weekend for fishing for some, and not so good for others, the trials and tribulations of trying to catch. There were lots of small blue fish at the point today. Friends spent the day there tearing into them. Mullet rigs and spoons were producing nicely. Redfish are showing up in the surf still. From Fenwick to Cape…

Delaware beaches are filling back in

Rich King Oct 24, 2013

The beaches are finally filling back in, but it will still take some time to get back to where they were before the storm. Reading the beaches is a little harder since the cuts are constantly moving. Your best bet is to look for rip currents, or a wave that pyramids or looks taller in the center. Waves that wash on top of one another are…

DNREC : Delaware issues updated fish consumption advisory

Rich King Oct 24, 2013

Delaware issues updated fish consumption advisory Updated advisory for the tidal Delaware River reflects long-term environmental improvements DOVER (Oct. 23, 2013) – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Department of Health and Social Services’ Division of Public Health today updated the fish…

Sand Eels are in the surf … everywhere

Rich King Oct 19, 2013

The new profile of the beaches has been amazing to observe the last few days. If you want to know how the bottom under the surf looks, go to a beach right now in Delaware at low tide. What you will see may just show you a few things you have always wondered. If you really want a treat stay there for the entire incoming tide. The beaches in…

Hunter’s Moon fishing report

Rich King Oct 17, 2013

The seas have calmed down and the water is clearing up rather fast. The beaches are still flat in most areas but the sand bars and troughs will be reshaped. Every incoming wave adds a little help. And the waves never stop coming. I have been working days and fishing in the evening as long as we get off early enough. Waiting for the end of…

Post Nor’easter update : beach conditions

Rich King Oct 14, 2013

The wind is dying down, the storm is gone and the sun came out today. Finally, we all really missed our normal nice days at the beach. The water is even getting a little clearer. It will take a few days for it to really clear up and hopefully the coming rains this weekend will not inhibit that either. We will have to wait and see.…

Nor’Easter and Delaware Beaches

Rich King Oct 9, 2013

The background color of the website has been changed to pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, October. The fishing these past few days was great. Red drum and black drum have been caught at IRI. Big blues moved through there the other day, keeper striped bass in the mix. Spot chunks. strips and whole live ones did well. If you…

Blackbird Creek Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19

Rich King Oct 7, 2013

Blackbird Creek Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19 celebrates one of Delaware’s outdoor treasures DNREC press release ..... TOWNSEND (Oct. 7, 2013) – Autumn’s vibrant foliage, the pristine waters and lush landscape of Blackbird Creek Reserve will be…

Largest Long Fin True Albacore Caught in Delaware This Year

Rich King Oct 3, 2013

The winds have calmed down and it has been beautiful on the beach yesterday and today. We should have decent weather during this Indian summer. The other night I was fishing with Boots and he hit a small pompano. We still have the warm water fish in our waters. Bluefish are still small and ranging in sizes from six inches to fourteen. Mullet…

DSSP campground will close for the season October 15, 2013

Rich King Oct 2, 2013

FROM DSSP ...... Due to the new park enhancements and pending campground construction, the Delaware Seashore State Park campground will close Tuesday, October 15, 2013 and campground reservations for the 2014 season will be temporarily unavailable until late spring. The campground is scheduled to re-open late May 2014. In addition to…

Coast Day 2013

Rich King Oct 2, 2013

Coast Day 2013 The University of Delaware's festive Coast Day returns for the 37th year on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our theme this year is "Building Resilient Coastal Communities." Throughout the event, UD scientists, staff, and students are highlighting some of the many ways we are working to maintain a healthy environment…

7th Annual DMS Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament

Rich King Oct 2, 2013

7th Annual DMS Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament October 4, 5 & 6, 2013 The Delaware Mobile Surf-fishermen, Inc (DMS) invites you to join your fellow anglers at the 7th Annual DMS Invitational Surf Fishing tournament. If you fished our Tournament in the past, come back and bring a friend. If you haven't fished our Tournament, sign up! …

fishing report and the week’s adventures

Rich King Oct 1, 2013

Well it has been an eventful week for this guy. First I just want to thank the folks at the Cape Gazette for the opportunity to write for their Beach Paper tis year. That was a lot of fun and it was relieving to work with professional people in the media industry. I look forward to the summer starting back up, and writing for…

North jetty repair to begin Oct. 2 at Delaware Seashore State Park

Rich King Sep 30, 2013

North jetty repair to begin Oct. 2 at Delaware Seashore State Park DNREC PRESS RELEASE ..... INDIAN RIVER INLET (Sept. 30, 2013) – On Wednesday, Oct. 2, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers contractors will begin repair work on the north side of the Indian River Inlet jetty, which is located within Delaware Seashore State Park.…

Delaware State record 358-pound swordfish … confirmed

Rich King Sep 26, 2013

State record 358-pound swordfish caught from Delaware vessel Press release from DNREC .... LEWES (Sept. 26, 2013) – Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament Director Nate Rust of DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife has confirmed that a 358-pound swordfish caught on Sept. 7 set a new state record for the species. The record-sized swordfish…

Delaware has keeper redfish in the surf

Rich King Sep 24, 2013

The temperatures are quickly dropping on land and at sea. The water temps have been steadily dropping this past week. Fall is definitely here and maybe this year we will actually have a season. We are now in the transition period for fishing when the warm water and colder water fish are out there at the same time. This happens every…

New Online shark identification guide for Delaware anglers

Rich King Sep 24, 2013

new online shark identification guide for anglers DOVER (Sept. 24, 2013) – A new online shark identification guide has been posted on the DNREC website, the Division of Fish and Wildlife announced today, in an effort to increase awareness of these ocean predators whose numbers are in decline. To check out the new guide, click Delaware…

2013 Delaware Coastal Cleanup Sept. 21

Rich King Sep 17, 2013

Kickoff event issues call for volunteers to join 2013 Delaware Coastal Cleanup FENWICK ISLAND (Sept. 4, 2013) – Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control Deputy Secretary David Small joined t-shirt sponsor Delmarva Power this morning on the beach at the Delaware-Maryland line to make the kickoff call for volunteers to…

Fall like surf fishing weather

Rich King Sep 17, 2013

This past weekend was beautiful out with fall like temperatures at night and warm during the days. I checked out the Dragon Boat Festival 2013 in Lewes on Sunday. I had a good time seeing many friends on different teams, and ran around all day taking a plethora of pictures. The races were cool, three boats would run a small course in their…

Traffic at Trap Pond State Park to be affected Sept. 23-27

Rich King Sep 16, 2013

Traffic at Trap Pond State Park to be affected Sept. 23-27 by dam valve repair DOVER (Sept. 16, 2013) – The northbound lane of Trap Pond Road at Trap Pond State Park will have intermittent closures between September 23-27 and a bike path along the road also will be closed while a valve repair is made to an outlet gate at Trap Pond Dam. The…

Surf Fishing with Ron Kyle and the boys

Rich King Sep 13, 2013

Wednesday morning (9/11/13) I hit Indian River Inlet before sunrise. I was meeting Ron "Jiggy Fins" Kyle that day and I wanted to fish the rockpile and check out the sunrise. He wouldn't be here until later in the morning. The wind was nice out of the south but once down below the rocks the gnats were awful. The flies have not been too bad,…

National Hunting and Fishing Day Sunday, Sept. 15

Rich King Sep 13, 2013

DNREC’s celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Day Sunday, Sept. 15 to feature family-friendly outdoor fun DOVER (Sept. 11, 2013) – From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 15, visitors to the Aquatic Resource Education Center (AREC) near Smyrna will be able to sample a wide range of outdoor activities from paddling a canoe to…

Pending Delaware State Record Swordfish

Rich King Sep 10, 2013

The summer season is over, but the fishing continues. Many are awaiting the striped bass run, and only concerned with that species when it comes to fishing. Most of us just like to fish and could care less what we catch. The best part of fishing is going through the motions, and being out there. Sitting on the beach, hanging at the…

Milford “Freedom” Festival Riverwalk 2013

Rich King Sep 5, 2013

This Thursday the 13th annual Milford "Freedom" Festival Riverwalk will commence. DSF will have a booth there this year on Saturday ... Announcement from the Milford Chamber of commerce ... "July may be the biggest vacation month in many places, however for the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Milford; it’s the month when things…

Labor Day Weekend festivities and fishing

Rich King Sep 3, 2013

We had an awesome Labor Day weekend. I hope everyone had a great summer, and even though the season is over, the fishing will continue. I want to send a HUGE thanks out to everyone who dropped by the DSF booth this weekend, my head is still spinning. I see the numbers on Facebook and in the servers for the website, but to actually meet…

Pompano caught in the surf

Rich King Aug 31, 2013

The surf is seeing a new catch this week. Pompano showed up the other day caught on Fishbites. Flounder, kingfish, weakfish, spot, croaker, skates, and cownose rays are abundant. The surf has been hit or miss on fishing, the best tide has been the incoming (for the most part). Some nice blues were caught at the point yesterday on mullet rigs. …

Shellfish Aquaculture is Approved for Delaware’s Inland Bays

Rich King Aug 29, 2013

Press release by Governor Jack Markell .............. Rehoboth Beach, DE – Governor Markell signed House Bill 160 today to permit shellfish aquaculture in Delaware’s Inland Bays, allowing the state to reap the economic benefits of a multimillion dollar industry while improving water quality in the bays. House Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf…

Cape Henlopen: The point opens this Saturday

Rich King Aug 27, 2013

The point in Cape Henlopen State Park is scheduled to open on Saturday August 31st. Normally it does not open until September 1st, but this year that day falls on a Sunday. The parks staff are working diligently to get the point open, and have a few things they need to do before they can open it to the public. It could happen as early as…

Summer comes to an end but the fishing continues

Rich King Aug 27, 2013

The summer season is almost over, and the fishing has not changed much. There are still plenty of flounder showing up at the Old Grounds. The Indian River Inlet has been decent for flounder, the incoming tide has been better than the outgoing. Massey's Landing has seen some nice ones pulled from the ditch. Gulp (chartreuse) on speck rigs,…

Shark Fishing in Delaware From The Surf

Rich King Aug 20, 2013

It has been a slow week for fishing. The charter boats are doing okay in the Delaware bay, the surf is hot for an hour or two, and then shuts down mostly at the top of the outgoing tide, and the back bays have been full of croaker. In fact it seems the one fish no one has any problem catching this year are croaker, they are all over the…

DSF Website Update

Rich King Aug 20, 2013

Hey gang!! Sorry we have been busy working on the website and I was not allowed to post anything for the past week, including this heads up. I know that is driving some of you nuts,and I can't blame you for that. It is summer time fishing so we figured this was the best time to do this, just before the fishing changes for the fall. I had to…

Surf Fishing the Other Side of the Atlantic Puddle .. Fish the Fifty

Rich King Aug 13, 2013

The fishing this week has been slow in some areas and hot in others. The surf has been slow in the afternoons, the bite stops after the incoming tide in most areas. Many people have been surf fishing, but not catching compared to the frequency we experienced last year. The water is no where near as warm as last year either, it has averaged…

Fall temperatures on summer days at the beach

Rich King Aug 6, 2013

Rain, rain go away!! It has been a seriously wet summer, we barely dry out before it happens again. Fish could care less, they are already wet, but personally I would rather be dry. I don't mind the rain, the wind however is a whole different story. We are experiencing fall like temperatures, which is making many start thinking about the…

Delaware Surf Fishing weekend report

Rich King Aug 2, 2013

The past few days there has been good and bad fishing. The other day I took Collins and his father surf fishing. We caught donuts. The folks next to us hammered spot for twenty minutes and then that shut down. For at least a hundred yards on each side of us no one caught a thing all day. Dave Eastburn and his family showed up in…

2013 Delaware Coastal Cleanup

Rich King Aug 1, 2013

2013 Delaware Coastal Cleanup to be held Sept. 21 Volunteer registration open now! Trash on our beaches and in our waterways isn’t just unsightly – it’s also potentially dangerous to marine life and in some cases harmful to water quality. But you can help make a difference in Delaware by joining volunteers of all ages at…

Bluefish in the surf and flounder are on the move

Rich King Jul 30, 2013

The fishing has been hot the past week. There have been lots of croaker, kingfish, and spot all over the place in the surf. All of the beaches have seen catches in large numbers and decent sizes. Croaker have been thick in many areas of the back bays as well as kingfish. Spot are basically everywhere, and have been the choice bait…

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Indian River Inlet has a new look

Rich King Jul 27, 2013

The last pylon from the old Indian River Inlet bridge was taken down the other day, forever changing the scenery. It is strange to not see the pylons in the middle of the inlet, and I know many of us miss them for great structure to fish. They are still there under the water, and have been taken down to about thirteen feet below the…

DNREC: Gordons Pond beach reopens

Rich King Jul 24, 2013

Gordons Pond beach reopens, with piping plovers all fledged LEWES (July 24, 2013) – A half-mile portion of ocean shoreline at Cape Henlopen State Park’s Gordons Pond is scheduled to open on Thursday morning, July 25. The shoreline was closed to vehicles and pedestrians on May 21 to protect nesting piping plovers, which are listed as threatened…

Good times fishing in Delaware

Rich King Jul 24, 2013

The past few days has been great fishing if you are in the right spot at the right time. I know, we all hate that, but it is the nature of fishing. From "you should have been here fifteen minutes ago", to "after you left it came on hot!" We all hate to hear that, but it happens all of the time. Thursday I met up with the Reel Friends Surf…

DNREC press releases: Rosedale Beach Boat Ramp

Rich King Jul 17, 2013

Rosedale Beach Boat Ramp to be temporarily closed on July 19, with full access to be restored July 20 DOVER (July 17, 2013) – The Rosedale Beach Boat Ramp near Millsboro will be temporarily closed Friday, July 19 during planned completion of parking lot upgrades, DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife announced today. The ramp is scheduled to…

Delaware surf fishing report

Rich King Jul 16, 2013

It was very wet here a few days ago, Friday we were hit with monsoon style rains, and the state flooded. Many people in Delaware had instant waterfront property. That didn't stop a few people from hitting the water, and doing a little fishing. It did make travel conditions rough for the weekend. Now we are having a heat wave, but it is nice…

Delaware Surf Fishing report …

Rich King Jul 11, 2013

Well it has been one heck of a week and weekend, which for us never seems to end. Hope everyone has been well I have been very busy playing catch-up on all my orders and all is well now. I just want to thank everyone for their patience and apologize for the delays. The fishing has been excellent as long as you are catching :D .... Yeah,…

Delaware Surf fishing Report

Rich King Jul 4, 2013

Hey gang!! Sorry I have been away for a while following Jeff on the 2013 Great Delaware Kayak Tour. We had a blast and it was a very educational experience, I will tell you all about it in a few days. The fishing has been decent all over the place, this is a quick report. The big news, bluefish are in the surf at Cape Henlopen the last…

Construction to close access to Collins Beach, Rosedale Beach boat

Rich King Jun 28, 2013

Construction to close access to Collins Beach, Rosedale Beach boat ramps July 8 through July 31 DOVER (June 28, 2013) – Two DNREC boat ramps will be inaccessible for most of July because of construction projects to improve them for public use. Access to the Collins Beach Boat Ramp near Smyrna and its parking area and the Rosedale Beach Boat…

Operation Dry Water June 28-30

Rich King Jun 27, 2013

Delaware to participate in Operation Dry Water June 28-30 to prevent alcohol-related boating accidents and save lives DOVER (June 26, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Section today announced that during the weekend of June 28 through 30, Delaware will again participate in Operation Dry Water, an annual nationwide…

Piping plover chicks hatch at Gordons Pond

Rich King Jun 20, 2013

Piping plover chicks hatch at Gordons Pond From DNREC .... LEWES (June 18, 2013) – On June 12, four piping plover chicks hatched from the sole nest this year at Gordons Pond in Cape Henlopen State Park. Both adults were seen with the chicks that afternoon. Over at the Point, three pairs of plovers have set up foraging territories along…

Delaware Surf Fishing report

Rich King Jun 20, 2013

The past weekend and week was a great time fishing and meeting new people. I spent Friday and Saturday at Bob's Marine for an in house boat show and then visited the March Of Dimes fundraiser with the Reel Friends Surf Fishing Club. The fundraiser did well for the MOD and it was great to see everyone! That night Scott, Aahron, Kim and I hit…

The first states national monument

Rich King Jun 18, 2013

A while ago (2 months) I spoke with Charles Salkin the Director of Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation about the proposed National Park for Delaware. I forgot to publish this over seven weeks ago, and I apologize for that. I have been very busy and thought this article had been published (by the person whom was supposed to do…

Happy Father’s Day weekend from DSF

Rich King Jun 14, 2013

The storms have really stirred up the water out there, the temperature at Massey's Landing was 69-70 degrees yesterday. Croaker, kings, puffers, and spot in the surf (65 degrees) on sand fleas (live), bloodworms and fishbites or squid. Trout are heavy at Henlopen pier, Broadkill Beach, and Beach Plum Island use squid, bloodworms, or chicken.…

DNREC’s ‘Take a Kid Fishing!’ program … June 15

Rich King Jun 10, 2013

DNREC’s ‘Take a Kid Fishing!’ program set for Father’s Day event on June 15 DOVER (June 10, 2013) – Do you know a child or young teen who might enjoy learning about fishing and trying their hand as an angler at landing a fish? The Delaware Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Take a Kid Fishing! program invites budding anglers age 6 through 15 and a…

Flounder pounding is picking up

Rich King Jun 10, 2013

The past few days the fishing has been great regardless of the crazy weather. Flounder pounding is picking up and the size limit will change tomorrow to 17 inches four per person and no season. The Lewes Canal, Roosevelt Inlet, Cape Henlopen Pier, Massey's Landing, Delaware bay, out front, and back bays have been producing decent keepers. …

DNREC … changes in summer flounder regulations

Rich King Jun 7, 2013

DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife announces changes in summer flounder regulations DOVER (June 7, 2013) – Anglers catching summer flounder in Delaware waters will be able to keep smaller fish this season when regulation changes take effect on Tuesday, June 11. The changes allow anglers to keep four fish per day with a minimum size of 17…

Anglers invited to fish for free in Delaware waters June 8 & 9

Rich King Jun 5, 2013

National Fishing Week starts; anglers invited to fish for free in Delaware waters June 8 & 9 DOVER (May 31, 2013) – Been thinking of casting a line into a nearby stream or daydreaming about a sunny afternoon at the beach with your surf rod, but just haven’t gotten around to purchasing your 2013 Delaware fishing license yet? Then you’ve got an…

Kids fishing is what it is all about …

Rich King Jun 5, 2013

The fishing has been great in many places these past few days, the weekend had some rough winds. There have been a lot of people sending in pictures of their kids fishing, something we encourage. Getting them involved with the outdoors is much better than glued to a TV playing video games. If you can get kids interested in the outdoors they…

Beached whale on Assateague Island

Rich King Jun 3, 2013

The other day Christopher Battersby was finishing up surf fishing at Assateague Island with his friends, as they were leaving the beach, they spotted a beached whale near mile marker 24. He jumped out of the truck and his friends AJ and Amanda started taking pictures They called the rangers and he immediately jumped in the surf to help the…

Life is a beach, fish it!

Rich King May 31, 2013

The summer temperatures are finally upon us and so are the bugs. With the wind blowing across the dunes it has been a tad buggy on most beaches. The Delaware bay beaches more so than anywhere. That doesn't stop people from fishing. The surf has been producing kingfish, croakers, spot, ling/spotted hake, shad, flounder, striped bass,…

Helen David is missing please be on the look out

Rich King May 29, 2013

My friend Ryan needs our help, his mother is missing!! Please share this far and wide ... thank you Helen David was last seen, Monday, memorial day, 5pm area of southpoint road, Berlin, near OC golf Course. Her name is Helen David, 77 yo, 5-6, 182 lbs, salt n pepper hair, bruises on shins. last wearing light blue capri pants, blue &…

Horseshoe crabs are still spawning in the Delaware bay

Rich King May 29, 2013

The surf is producing kingfish, croaker, flounder, puffers, skates, dogfish, sharks (toothy units), and rays. A few keeper striped bass are still popping up in the surf, and at the Indian River Inlet. Bunker chunks for the surf, swim shads and bucktails from the walls. Plugs and poppers work well in the surf if anyone wishes to cast all day. …

Memorial day weekend surf fishing in Delaware

Rich King May 27, 2013

Thank you!! ... To all the men and women whom have and do make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. I know many of you follow this site so please stay safe and come home soon. Everyone, please remember and respect why you have this day to sit in the sand and BBQ. The winds have finally died down, the beginning of this weekend was…

Drum fishing in the Delaware Bay with Captain Brian

Rich King May 24, 2013

Last month we had a speaker for a DSF Monday meeting, Captain Brian Wazlavek of the Delaware Family Fishing charter service. He spoke to the group about drum fishing in the Delaware Bay, and some of his techniques. Covering gear, currents, bait, and the fish themselves. It was an impressive presentation. He spent a good hour explaining the…

Stretch of beach closed to safeguard nesting piping plovers

Rich King May 22, 2013

Stretch of beach at Cape Henlopen State Park closed to safeguard nesting piping plovers LEWES (May 21, 2013) – The first piping plover nest of the season at Gordon’s Pond Beach in Cape Henlopen State Park has been discovered, with the parents-to-be defending their territory, DNREC Wildlife Biologist Matthew Bailey announced on Monday…

Striped bass are still running in Delaware

Rich King May 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Oklahoma, the devastation is surreal. Storm intensities will just keep getting worse planet wide, that is a fact we have been warned about for years by climatologists. I went fishing this morning and hit tons of spike trout on Broadkill Beach. Croakers are thick out there as well as…

The shark fin trade is now banned in Delaware

Rich King May 19, 2013

Governor Jack Markell signed House Bill 41 last week. Shark fins are not allowed to be sold, traded, or possessed with the borders of the state of Delaware. We do not a have a shark finning problem per se, but just by selling these fins on the market contributes to the ongoing global issues of shark finning. In other countries shark finning is…

Fishing tournaments this weekend in Lewes

Rich King May 19, 2013

It is raining ... again. That has not stopped many from fishing, after all fish don't mind getting wet. The weekend has been a blast. There are still large keeper striped bass showing up in the surf, inland bays, Delaware Bay, and out front. You just have to put in the time, bunker chunks and clam have been the preferred baits. Puffer fish…

Volunteers needed for Inland Bays Cleanup on June 8 and 22

Rich King May 17, 2013

Volunteers needed for Inland Bays Cleanup on June 8 and 22 MASSEY’S LANDING (May 10, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Section, along with the Dewey Beach Lions Club, the Center for the Inland Bays and DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation, are seeking volunteers and working boats for the Ninth Annual Cleanup of…

The 2013 Great Delaware Kayak Tour

Rich King May 17, 2013

I was added to a group page on Facebook in March, The 2013 Great Delaware Kayak Tour. Jeff Wildonger has invited you to his group page was the notification. I was intrigued, knowing Jeff's affinity for the Delaware River and Bay. In past conversations he refers to the area as his church. I contacted him and asked if there was anything DSF could…

Northwest portion of Love Creek closed to shellfish harvesting

Rich King May 16, 2013

From DNREC ...... Northwest portion of Love Creek, a tributary of Rehoboth Bay, closed to shellfish harvesting REHOBOTH BEACH (May 16, 2013) – Effective immediately, the northwest portion of Love Creek, a tributary of Rehoboth Bay, is closed to all commercial and recreational shellfish harvesting. DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara signed the…

Surf Fishing with Ron Kyle on my birthday

Rich King May 13, 2013

A week ago Ron Kyle put up a request looking for fellow anglers that could help him with a day trip to Delaware to fish the surf. When I saw his post I shared it to the DSF Facebook page to help him with his request. He needed a copilot to help him get back home after a day of fishing. I decided to take it a step further, I knew…

Happy Mother’s Day from Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King May 12, 2013

Happy Mother's Day!! It has been a great weekend. The tournament was fun, just some rough weather here and there. I was getting my butt kicked by my allergies and sunburn combined. We have been fishing different beaches all week to see where we should fish for the tournament. That is one reason I have yet to get any reports up, we were a…

Portion of Junction and Breakwater Trail re-routed

Rich King May 6, 2013

Portion of Junction and Breakwater Trail re-routed LEWES ( May 6, 2013) – A quarter mile section of the Junction and Breakwater Trail has been closed to make way for construction of a new, planned housing development in Lewes, near Cape Henlopen State Park. The affected area is located in the northernmost trail segment between the Hawkseye…

Big striped Bass are still in the surf in Delaware

Rich King May 6, 2013

The weekend was a lot of fun. Every morning I have to use the windshield wipers to clear away the pollen. My allergies have been taking a toll on my sinuses and sanity. I know many of you know what I am talking about. Now that I am living in the woods near the ocean, it is like the best of both worlds, aside from the pollen. …

Delaware surf fishing the surf in Delaware

Rich King May 1, 2013

Happy May Day!! ... The site is back online! (Obviously) Sorry about that, there shouldn't be any more problems with servers crashing and bandwidth limits. Thanks to the boys at Fine Line in Lewes, DE. DSF is now hosted locally in Delaware! The email contacts and online store will be operating correctly in a day or two. All of my…

Oyster restoration/farming for the inland bays information and facts

Rich King Apr 30, 2013

There is a lot of misinformation in the fishing community about the shellfish aquaculture program to introduce oyster "farming" in our bays. I have been contacted by people on different sides of the fence ... if you will. I asked Captain Bill Baker, whom is a member of many of the committees concerned with our fisheries for some factual…

Windy in the surf today in Delaware

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

Well that was a wash today, literally, with sand! This morning the winds were twenty plus sustained with gusts that had to be close to 35 on the beach. Iwent to Beach Plum Island for a little clean up, and when I walked out on the beach ... not a good day to be in the sand. It was crazy in the bay, and I was pelted with anything…

DNREC issues air permit to restart cooling tower at Delaware City Refinery

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

DNREC issues air permit to restart cooling tower at Delaware City Refinery Investment will help facility meet required 33 percent reduction in water withdrawal DOVER (April 22, 2013) – DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara today approved issuance of an air permit for the Delaware City Refining Company to restart an unused closed-loop cooling water…

Delaware Center for the Inland Bays’ Earth Day happy hour

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

HAPPY EARTH DAY!! Don't forget to join us tonight for a very fun Happy Hour to celebrate. $3 wine and beer specials and $1 local Oysters as well as lots of other great food and drink options. Thanks Bethany Oyster House for helping us celebrate Earth Day today!! 4-7 pm in Downtown Bethany - Looking forward to seeing everyone! Check out the…

Black drum, striped bass, bluefish, and spiny dogfish are in the surf

Rich King Apr 20, 2013

So, how many of you got stuck on Beach Plum Island? That is a bay beach, and they are harder to drive on. The beach there has always been difficult to drive. The storms, winds, and high tides have made the sand very mushy like sugar, would be a good description. We have been going out there for the past four weeks and the sand has been…

Frink Center for Wildlife is asking anglers for fish donations …

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

From the Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research, Inc ... In the last week, we have received several injured osprey, and these skilled birds of prey eat fish almost exclusively. With fishing season ramping up, we would greatly appreciate donations of whole fish (18” or smaller, fresh or frozen). Osprey favorites include spot, perch, trout, scup,…

Tiger Muskie pending Delaware State record by Thomas Sutton

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

From Eastern Marine in Newark, DE ...... NEW STATE RECORD!!! Tiger Muskie, caught in the Brandywine by Thomas Sutton of Dover. Weight= 19 lbs 13 oz., Length = 42-1/4”, Girth = 19-1/2”. Congratulations Thomas on your State Record and Thanks for bringing it To Eastern Marine (Unofficial for now, but DNREC was here to take fish and verify)…

Bluefish, striped, bass, and flounder in Delaware’s surf

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

Yesterday morning I was setting up to help a buddy of mine install replacement windows. Then the phone stats blowing up. I was sent a picture of Ray Hibbbs holding the 41 inch striped bass he caught in the surf at Beach Plum Island. The next series of pictures and texts were driving me nuts. DSF in the surf ... "More fish, and do we post…

Striped bass, kingfish, and spiny dogfish in the surf

Rich King Apr 15, 2013

Well we had an awesome weekend in Delaware fishing. The blue crabs have started moving around, showing up in crab pots, and clamming is still excellent. The striped bass are starting to move around and show up in the surf. These are our resident bass that are schooling, and getting ready to head up north as migratory striped bass. Not all…

Keeping undersized fish is poaching and illegal

Rich King Apr 12, 2013

The other day I met a part time Game warden at Massey's Landing. He was telling some folks new to the area about fishing and our waters. After they left, we spoke for a while about the problems of poaching and the sources. Most of the time poaching is done locally. People from out of town that get caught with undersized fish, mostly are not…

Flounder have arrived striped bass are soon to run

Rich King Apr 12, 2013

It has been an eventful few days. I met CJ of Striper King Gear on Beach Plum Island the other night for some surf fishing and chillaxing in the sand. He was grilling chicken and taters and they were excellent. I was torturing everyone on the DSF Facebook page with food and grill pictures. The weather was gorgeous for a few days, and felt…

Seals at Massey’s Landing and flounder in the bays

Rich King Apr 8, 2013

Yesterday Brian Dunkelberger was fishing up north below the C&D canal with friends, and they hit 2 keeper striped bass on bunker chunks. Some of the boys up north saw a few weighed in at Port Penn as well. Brian and crew lost a third fish, but are very happy they managed some nice dinner for the table. Jeff Sands and his crew…

redfish in the surf … trout and striped bass in the vicinity

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

Today I wandered around the bays and checked out the beaches and inlets. There are fish here of all species it would seem, and some may be a tad early. The netters according to Rick's Bait & Tackle have been catching weakfish and striped bass, as by catch. Large fish in keeper sizes, and in decent numbers. The striped bass…

DSF fishing report and conditions

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

Not much going on in our tidal waters in Sussex county. Hunter Lied (I kid you not, the best name for an angler) was at Broadkill beach yesterday hitting skates. He had a good time getting a tug on the line, and chillin on the beach. Instead of surfing a couch, and playing video games. Most kids these days are not into fishing and the…

DNREC … Harvesting river herring is prohibited

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

Anglers reminded that harvesting river herring is prohibited DOVER (April 4, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Fish and Wildlife reminds recreational anglers and commercial watermen that harvest or possession of river herring, a popular baitfish, is illegal in Delaware. Anglers must have a valid receipt from a state or jurisdiction where…

White Perch, Channel Cats, and Skates … no blue crabs yet

Rich King Apr 3, 2013

There are fish up north and it is too cold in the south? Funny as that may sound it is true, the northern waters of the Delaware River are starting to see more action. Down here in the south or Lower Slower, we are seeing fewer fish (mostly perch and skates) and still averaging 44 degrees for water temperatures. The other Day Jeff Sands,…

DSF Monday Meeting presentation and the weekend update

Rich King Mar 31, 2013

We apologize for being offline for 2 days, the servers crashed when an enormous amount of you folks hit the site all at one time. We have it all worked out now, and hope it does not happen again. Honestly, I love it when the servers crash from too much traffic. It drives Chris Walker (admin 1) crazy insane. We tried to anticipate the traffic…

ASMFC to hold Public Hearings on Draft Black Drum FMP

Rich King Mar 27, 2013

States to Hold Hearings on Draft Black Drum FMP Arlington, VA – New Jersey, Delaware and North Carolina have scheduled their hearings to gather public comment on the Draft Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for Black Drum Draft. The dates, times, and locations of those meetings follow. New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife…

Catfish and Striped bass in the Delaware River

Rich King Mar 24, 2013

Mikey Williamson and Conner fished yesterday (Saturday). "Nothing new up here this weekend. With a pack of blood worms we tried out augustine. Caught the high tide into the outgoing. Couple people on the beach as we were leaving said they had a few cat fish. We didn't get anything but a bump here and there. I actually think we were feeding…

Beach grass planting volunteer information from DNREC

Rich King Mar 21, 2013

Planting is from 9 AM – Noon on Saturday March 23, 2013 If you wish to participate at: Lewes Beach - meet at The Children’s Beach House (1800 Bay Avenue, Lewes, DE 19958) Delaware Seashore State Park - meet at Indian River Inlet Life Saving Station (25039 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971) South Bethany - meet at S. 3rd…

DSF Monday Meetings and beach conditions

Rich King Mar 19, 2013

Monday night we had our weekly gathering of anglers at Old Bay Steakhouse. Alan was tying flies, we were telling lies, and a few new faces dropped by to check out the group. We basically hung out and discussed all kinds of things. One of the subjects that keeps coming up is the proposed National Park and Delaware Bayshore Initiative. I have…

DSF visits Battery Park for some striped bass fishing

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

Wooo hooo!! About time I was able to put up a fishing report. Sunday Scott Jost, and myself drove up to Battery Park in Old New Castle, DE. It was a tad chilly Sunday morning when we all met in Milton, DE. Spring is definitely here there are daffodils popping everywhere, crocus, some of the trees are budding, and people are starting to think…

DNREC: Restoring and maintaining meadow habitat for wildlife

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

Division of Fish and Wildlife uses versatile new equipment to restore and maintain meadow habitat for wildlife DOVER (March 18, 2013) – Meadow habitat is home to many native species in Delaware, from cottontail rabbits and bobwhite quail, to insects and smaller mammals, to nesting wild turkeys. To provide habitat for these and other species,…

Shamrock the rescued seal is doing great.

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

Shamrock the seal entangled in a mesh net and debris. Veterinarian Dr. Dee Holm removed the debris..... photo by Brian G. Peters On Saturday a stranded seal washed ashore south of the Charles W Cullen Bridge. Some people walking the beach reported it to the MERR institute, and the stranding team went into action. These are the folks you need…

Delaware Surf Fishing Augustine Beach and Woodland Pier

Rich King Mar 15, 2013

This report is dedicated to the men and women of our armed forces. Thank you all for what you do, and the sacrifices you make. Monday CJ Jarrell of Striper King Gear also DSF Pro Staff, Kristen Kemper our Chica In the Surf also DSF Pro Staff, Ashley LeCates, Dave LeCates, Bill Miller, and myself headed north to Augustine Beach. Several…

DNREC is looking for wood frog breeding sites in your area

Rich King Mar 14, 2013

Delaware Fish and Wildlife is looking for wood frog breeding sites as part of a multi-state project aimed at better understanding ranavirus, a disease that is impacting amphibians and reptiles worldwide. The wood frogs were quite busy breeding this past week. Their call is similar to the sound of quacking ducks. Some southern leopard frogs…

ASMFC Releases Summer Flounder Draft Addendum

Rich King Mar 14, 2013

ASMFC Releases Summer Flounder Draft Addendum XXIV for Public Comment Arlington, VA – The Commission’s Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Sea Bass Management Board has released Draft Addendum XXIV to the Summer Flounder Fishery Management Plan for public comment. The Draft Addendum proposes to stabilize 2013 recreational fishing rules for…

DNREC needs volunteers to plant beach grass

Rich King Mar 12, 2013

More volunteers needed on March 23 for beach grass planting at South Bethany and Delaware Seashore State Park Register by March 20 SUSSEX COUNTY (March 12, 2013) – More volunteers are needed at South Bethany and Delaware Seashore State Park for Delaware’s annual beach grass planting event set for 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday,…

Osprey and fiddler crabs are in the marshes of Delaware

Rich King Mar 11, 2013

It has been a great weekend. I spent most of the day Saturday working on license plate orders. There were people all over the place, beach combing was very successful for many people. Suzanne Martin ... " Some glass, shells, needle nose pliers, and a piece of pottery...." Few other folks reported the sea glass finds were great on all of…

DSF Monday Meetings and this crazy week … tautog

Rich King Mar 9, 2013

Well it has been an interesting few days to say the least. Monday we had EJ Chalabala, from the Delaware Center for the Inland bays give a presentation on Shellfish Aquaculture to our fishing group at Old Bay Steakhouse. Every Monday DSF has a gathering at Old Bay Steakhouse for anglers to meet, hang out, and talk fishing. We learned a great…

Delaware Surf Fishing a week of adventures

Rich King Mar 3, 2013

Saturday 2/16 Alan and I went to see the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware at the Saturday fly tie sessions. We have been very busy at DSF, so I had to back off on updated articles. There are also a lot of things going on with the fishing regulations this year so we felt it more important to post that information for everyone. Most of the…

Delaware Surf Fishing License Plates now available

Rich King Mar 1, 2013

Everyone asks when are you going to do a DSF license plate. We made one yesterday, and it is now available in our online shop. They are numbered, and requests for specific numbers will be available so long as it has not been purchased already. Several folks are ordering badge numbers, troop numbers, race car numbers, union numbers, and all…

Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1

Rich King Feb 27, 2013

Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1 DOVER (Feb. 27, 2013) – DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation reminds visitors to Delaware’s state parks that entrance fees will be collected beginning March 1. The fee season extends until Nov.30. Revenue generated from park entrance fees is used to manage 16 state parks and more than 26,000…

The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park closes March 1

Rich King Feb 26, 2013

From DNREC The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park to close for 2013 beachnesting season LEWES (Feb. 26, 2013) The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, including a stretch of ocean beach and dunes, and a half mile along the bay shoreline, will close beginning Friday, March 1, for the benefit of piping plovers, oystercatchers, least…

Shellfish Aquaculture Initiative presentation March 4th

Rich King Feb 25, 2013

On March 4th we will have EJ Chalabala from the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays give a presentation on their Shellfish Aquaculture Initiative, about bringing an Aquaculture industry to Delaware and how the shellfish (Oysters and Clams) will help to clean the water in the Inland Bays. He will also talk about the Oyster Gardening Program and…

Advertising with Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King Feb 22, 2013

Are you interested in advertising on DSF? One of the "bonuses" of advertising with DSF is increasing your searchability online and SEO management. We help keep you "up there" in the servers, especially with Google's new pay to place format, don't get Scroogled. DSF will bring your website out of the internet basement broom closet, and get…

ASMFC Approves Resolution to Ban the Import and Use of Asian Horseshoe Crabs as Bait

Rich King Feb 21, 2013

ASMFC Approves Resolution to Ban the Import and Use of Asian Horseshoe Crabs as Bait Alexandria, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Commission approved a resolution to ban the import and use of Asian horseshoe crab as bait in state water fisheries along the Atlantic Coast. The resolution responds to a report by the International Union for the…

Bayshore Initiative and proposed National Park tonight on WGMD

Rich King Feb 21, 2013

Heads up gang, there is a lot going on with the proposed National Park. Listen in tonight. Listen to Delaware Mobile Surf fishing club President "Morty" Morton live on WGMD 92.7 speak about the Delaware Bayshore Initiative and the National Park Service. He will address the issues, clear up a lot of the misinformation out there, and …

ASMFC Atlantic Herring Section Sets Specifications for 2013 – 2015

Rich King Feb 20, 2013

ASMFC Atlantic Herring Section Sets Specifications for 2013 – 2015 Alexandria, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Atlantic Herring Section has set the annual catch limit (ACL) for the 2013 – 2015 fishing seasons at 107,800 metric tons (mt), an 18% increase from 2010 – 2012 limits. For all three years, the ACL is further…

DNREC hearing on proposed invasive finfish regulations

Rich King Feb 19, 2013

DNREC to hold March 21 public hearing on proposed invasive finfish regulations; public comment period opens March 1 DOVER (Feb. 19, 2013) – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 21 on a proposed addition to the state’s tidal finfish regulations to include…

DNREC to hold public hearing on proposed summer flounder regulation changes

Rich King Feb 19, 2013

DNREC to hold March 21 public hearing on proposed summer flounder regulation changes; public comment opens March 1 DOVER (Feb. 19, 2013) – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21 to consider proposed amendments to the state’s tidal finfish regulations on…

Delaware Surf Fishing report and Monday’s club meetings

Rich King Feb 16, 2013

The last few days have been freakishly warm out, and the beach was beautiful, it even smelled like summer. Kristen Kemper was on 3R's and Fenwick Island beaches. She found more cool driftwood than she caught fish. She did find an interesting piece of wood that was part of an old ship. It has little historical value, according to the folks…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware honors Don Avondolio

Rich King Feb 14, 2013

Saturday Alan and I headed to Lewes for the fly tie session. There was huge dog there, and all I could think of was don't let those boys get near her with scissors. Now that Alan is a member of the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware, he brought a box full of gear to tie flies, and tell lies. He set up with the boys in the back and went right…

DSF Monday Meeting… I am a Fisherman … Cast For Cancer

Rich King Feb 10, 2013

Monday evening was a good time. We had a few folks drop by and check the club out for the first time. Alan set up to tie flies and demonstrate. While he was doing that everyone met and chatted about ... fishing. Alan tied up a bunch of flies. I brought 2 really nice feathers I found on Broadkill Beach and he tied up a wild looking fly. I…

Lighthouse Cove Proposal tonight in Dewey Beach

Rich King Feb 8, 2013

There is a public meeting tonight to discuss proposed bayside improvements in Dewey Beach. This meeting will be overseen by DNREC. The proposal is about increasing the width of the bay beach at the end of Van Dyke Street, including adding more piers. This is part of the Lighthouse Cove redevelopement project. The meeting will be at the Bay…

DNREC : public engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise

Rich King Feb 7, 2013

First of three public engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise set for Feb. 13 in Lewes (LEWES, Feb. 7, 2013) – The first of three public engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise is scheduled for Wed., Jan. 13 in Lewes. Delaware residents are invited to attend and provide comments on potential actions that can be taken to improve…

In memoriam of Caleb Shaw …. 1985 – 2013

Rich King Feb 5, 2013

I am at a loss of words. A good friend of mine suffered a sudden loss last night. I never knew Caleb, and was going to meet him this season when we all had a chance to fish together. I am so sorry for his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. "Caleb Shaw was born Born on October 19, 1985 and leaves behind a young…

Lewes Polar Plunge 2013 was a huge success

Rich King Feb 5, 2013

Sunday we hit the boards in Rehoboth for the Lewes Polar Plunge. Last year I arrived very early and watched the festivities come alive, from setting up, to hitting the surf. This year we were delayed by a number of things, and the Black Pearl was not able to make the trip. That changed the day up fast, and I apologize to all who missed out…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Fly Tying on Groundhog day in Lewes with the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware

Rich King Feb 4, 2013

Saturday I took Alan with me to the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware's fly tie Saturday session at Lewes Harbor marina. All of the canals in Pot Nets and surrounding areas were full of ice, it was a cold morning. The shop place was rather full when we arrived, I introduced Alan to some of the boys. He immediately felt at home, Alan is a…

Delaware Surf Fishing (DSF) Monday Meeting 2/4/2012

Rich King Feb 3, 2013

Hey Gang, Happy February and looks like spring will be here early according to Punxsutawney Phil. So we need to start gearing up and getting ready. In the spirit of that need we will start doing weekly gear demonstrations and monthly speakers. The first speaker will be from the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. We have several subjects to…

DNREC to hold public hearing Feb. 7 in Millsboro on cleanup plan for Burton Island ash disposal site

Rich King Feb 1, 2013

DNREC to hold public hearing Feb. 7 in Millsboro on cleanup plan for Burton Island ash disposal site MILLSBORO (Feb. 1, 2013) – DNREC’s Site Investigation and Restoration Section will hold a public hearing on the final phase of the proposed cleanup plan for the Burton Island ash landfill at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7, at the Millsboro…

DNREC’s 2013 Delaware Fishing Guide is now available statewide

Rich King Feb 1, 2013

DNREC’s 2013 Delaware Fishing Guide is now available statewide DOVER (Feb. 1, 2013) – The new 2013 Delaware Fishing Guide has arrived with a colorful splash and is being distributed to fishing license dealers throughout the state, including many hardware, sporting goods and bait & tackle shops. Anglers also can pick up a copy of the…

Floating docks being repaired at Massey’s Landing, and the proposed RV park

Rich King Jan 30, 2013

Yesterday at Massey's Landing I noticed the floating docks were missing. There is one dock remaining at the boat ramp and the courtesy dock has been removed as well. Today I contacted John Clark of DNREC, he told me the docks were removed for maintenance, and should be back in place in about 2 weeks. There are broken cleats, and a few worn…

DNREC … Public invited to engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise

Rich King Jan 28, 2013

Public invited to engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise Comments encouraged on potential actions (STATEWIDE, Jan. 25, 2013) – Delaware residents are invited to attend upcoming engagement sessions on sea level rise and provide comments on potential actions that can be taken to improve our state’s capacity to adapt. Three sessions, one…

Delaware Surf Fishing Club’s Monday Meetings at Old Bay Steakhouse

Rich King Jan 27, 2013

Tomorrow night at Old Bay Steakhouse 5:30 p.m. is our Monday meeting for the DSF Fishing club ... tomorrow night's subject will be ... What to call this besides a club. Possibly a "fishing Forum" or "Cafe", Club always comes with a set "tone" ... As you know DSF is very innovative, so we are looking for something to set our own "tone" ... I…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware fly tie Saturday in Lewes

Rich King Jan 26, 2013

I dropped in on the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware this morning. I was delayed thanks to ice and bad drivers on the road. Which are cleared and dry, but still be careful at night. Lewes was Blanketed in a light layer of snow, which made for a picturesque scene, frozen. The club was all set up and tying away, there were a lot of donuts,…

DNREC accepting grant proposals through Feb. 28 for surface water project planning

Rich King Jan 25, 2013

DNREC accepting grant proposals through Feb. 28 for surface water project planning DOVER (Jan. 25, 2013) – The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control’s Division of Watershed Stewardship is now accepting project proposals from state, county and municipal governments and governmental subdivisions for matching grants…

Winter weather advisory from the NWS in Mount Holly NJ ….

Rich King Jan 24, 2013

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MOUNT HOLLY NJ 343 PM EST THU JAN 24 2013 DEZ001>004-MDZ008-012-015-019-020-NJZ016>027-PAZ070-071-102-104- 106-250900- /O.NEW.KPHI.WW.Y.0004.130125T2100Z-130126T0600Z/ NEW CASTLE-KENT-INLAND SUSSEX-DELAWARE BEACHES-CECIL-KENT MD- QUEEN…

Non Profit Organizations

Lewes Polar Bear Plunge 2013 to benefit Special Olympics Delaware

Rich King Jan 23, 2013

Lewes Polar Bear Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Delaware Event Date: Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 (with Plunge activities also taking place Feb. 2) Event Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: Rehoboth Beach, Del. REHOBOTH BEACH — Sunday, February 3, at 1:00 p.m. is the date and time for one of Delaware’s largest fundraising events - the Lewes Polar Bear…

Striped bass still showing up in small numbers

Rich King Jan 21, 2013

Sorry we have been kind of quiet, I have been dealing with broken vehicles, sick as a dog, and going through videos and pictures of last year. Wow, did I take a lot of pictures, and I have yet to look on the external drives. I took 2 days just to go through 5 months worth. Not much has been happening fishing, and I missed going to…

Nicola Pizza Co-Owner Nick Caggiano Jr. has been missing since January 12th

Rich King Jan 18, 2013

Delaware State Police need your help .. Nicola Pizza Co-Owner Nick Caggiano Jr. has been missing since January 12th. He left for work that morning (7:30) in his grey 2013 toyota tacoma, plate number CL93261. He has not been seen or heard from since. 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighs 180 pounds and has brown hair and blue eyes. He was…

Division of Fish and Wildlife announces revised trout fishing regulations, new options for catching invasive snakeheads

Rich King Jan 17, 2013

Division of Fish and Wildlife announces revised trout fishing regulations, new options for catching invasive snakeheads DOVER (Jan. 17, 2013) – Revised non-tidal fishing regulations have been published in January’s Delaware Register of Regulations and became effective on Jan. 11, the DNREC Division of Fish and Wildlife recently announced. The…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware Saturday fly tie session 2

Rich King Jan 17, 2013

Saturday morning I arrived at Lewes Harbor Marina around 9 a.m. Joe and Rick were set up at the front counter. Today's featured tie was shrimp flies. This is one of Joe's favorite flies to produce. He made some very cool ones last year, I still have a few. Rick tied up a yellow "glowing" shrimp. It was incredibly bright, and will…

Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet Jan. 24 at DNREC’s Lewes facility

Rich King Jan 16, 2013

Recycling Public Advisory Council to meet Jan. 24 at DNREC’s Lewes facility DOVER (Jan. 15, 2013) – The Recycling Public Advisory Council (RPAC) will meet from 10 a.m. - noon Thursday, Jan. 24, at DNREC’s Lewes facility, 901 Pilottown Road, Lewes, DE 19958. Topics on the agenda include: Call to order, Introductions Public comments…

ASMFC Begins Preparations for New Tautog Benchmark Stock Assessment

Rich King Jan 16, 2013

ASMFC Begins Preparations for New Tautog Benchmark Stock Assessment Arlington, VA – This spring, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will begin work on the 2014 benchmark stock assessment for tautog (Tautoga onitis). The assessment will be used to evaluate the health of the tautog stock and inform the management of this species.…

Striped bass are still in Delaware waters

Rich King Jan 14, 2013

The weather warmed up over the weekend, not like it was predicted in some cases, but it was still decent. There were a lot of folks coming this way to go for the striped bass that have been showing. Keepers were pulled from the rail, rock piles, the bays, and out front on the troll. There are shorties everywhere. It was very foggy every…

Striped bass, sea bass, and herring … oh yeah!!

Rich King Jan 10, 2013

This is dedicated to my Uncle, Jim Davies, whom passed suddenly this morning. I am going to miss him, and wish I had more time to see him. It has been an eventful few days to say the least. The fishing has picked back up thanks to temperatures increasing and baitfish availability, something that has also increased. Every time I am at the…

ASMFC Initiates First Coastwide Stock Assessment of Black Drum Data Sought for Assessment

Rich King Jan 9, 2013

ASMFC Initiates First Coastwide Stock Assessment of Black Drum Data Sought for Assessment Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has begun work on the first coastwide stock assessment of black drum. The assessment will evaluate the health of the black drum stock and will be used to inform fishery management…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware’s first winter Saturday morning tie session

Rich King Jan 8, 2013

I went to Lewes. DE to visit the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware Club's Saturday fly tie sessions at Lewes Harbor Marina. Last year was an experience meeting this club, and spending every Saturday with them in the winter. I arrived at 8 a.m. apparently an hour early, I forgot it doesn't start until 9 a.m., and even announced it on our site…

Draft amendment proposes changes to both commercial and recreational shark regulations … public comment forum the 12th of February

Rich King Jan 5, 2013

As you may be aware, NMFS has a draft amendment to their consolidated shark FMP. The draft amendment proposes changes to both commercial and recreational shark regulations. NMFS and DNR will host a joint public hearing regarding the proposed FMP on January 30th at the Ocean Pines Library. Staff from the Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Division…

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission 2013 Winter Meeting Preliminary Agenda

Rich King Jan 5, 2013

Please find below and attached the preliminary agenda and public comment guidelines for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission's 2013 Winter Meeting in Alexandria, Virginia. The agenda and guidelines are also available at http://www.asmfc.org/winter2013Mtg.htm. The final agenda and meeting materials will be posted to the website by…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware Saturday sessions begin tomorrow … January 5, 2012

Rich King Jan 4, 2013

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware Club .....Tomorrow is the first of many Fly Tie meetings on Saturday at Lewes Harbor Marina on Anglers road. They start "roughly" at 8 am. I spent all winter with these boys last year, and will continue this year. I have been looking forward to this all summer. SFAOD is a great club to join if you are into…

Public hearings scheduled to collect public sentiment for and against Special Management Zone (SMZ) status for our 5 permitted ocean reef sites

Rich King Jan 2, 2013

This was just sent in from Bill's Sport Shop, and requested to be sent to our readers ... recreational anglers. Gentlemen, After years of putting up with huge numbers of commercial fish pots on our reef sites, we finally have a series of public hearings scheduled to collect public sentiment for and against Special Management Zone status…

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March Of Dimes At the Beach Annual Fundraiser … Reel Friends Surf Fishing Club

Rich King Jan 2, 2013

The Reel Friends Surf fishing Club is having their annual MOD at the beach fundraiser. This is a great time hosted by incredible people. These folks are our first responders. Come out and help those that help you in your greatest times of need. They work hard to keep us safe in traumatic times of our lives. They are always giving back more…