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Drones Are Necessary Tools For Assisting Fire And Rescue Services

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

Drones Are Being Utilized In Many Emergency Situations Delaware Would Benefit A Great Deal With Drone Use For Emergency Services And Not Just On Land Drones have become an important tool in many businesses and services. One of these is rescue and firefighting. The things that can be accomplished with a drone that a human can not do or done…

Maryland Announces Fall Trout Stocking Schedule

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

Fall Trout Stocking Begins in October MD DNR September 10, 2019 Anglers Can Sign Up For Notifications The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will stock thousands of brown, golden, and rainbow trout in several creeks, lakes, and rivers starting in early October. The majority of this year’s trout stocking come from the…

Myrtle Beach Sets Creel Limit On Jeeps

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

The Jeep Grand Cherokee That Was stuck in the surf on Myrtle Beach during Hurricane Dorian was the best live troll ever. You have to love social media some days. Once that jeep grand cherokee stuck in the surf at Myrtle beach was on the news, the internet went wild. The memes were hilarious and plentiful. My favorite was the "Get that man a…

Airing Down Old School Versus New School

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

There are many ways to air down your vehicle for driving on the beach or off-roading Airing down is and was necessary back in the day to drive on a beach in Delaware and most of the east coast. It should be required, it only takes ten minutes. Confusion comes from seeing cars in Florida. The sand in Florida in many areas is calcium…

Weekend Warrior Weather For Surf Fishing

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

Another beautiful weekend to surf fish, despite the minor nautical conditions Lately it seems every weekend we have to deal with some kind of weather. We prefer the good weather but the bad can be good depending on the conditions. This weekend is going to be a little rough on the water but should be good fishing the beaches. High tide…

Maryland Fishing Report – September 11

Rich King Sep 11, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report Courtesy of the Maryland DNR September 11, 2019 Photo by Captain “walleye” Pete Dahlberg September is an exciting month for those who love the outdoors and fishing is usually at the top of the list. Mild late summer weather is providing exciting fishing opportunities across the Maryland landscape from the western…

Water Hazard Warning Muggy Lee Hits Outer Wall And Is Adrift

Rich King Sep 11, 2019

Earlier this morning the Muggy Lee, a commercial fishing boat out of Lewes lost power and was adrift near the outer wall There is a boat adrift at sea off our coast near the outer wall, the Muggy Lee a commercial fishing boat, owned by Shawn Moore. It is partially sunk, floating in the water, with a Trump flag flying. Apparently according…

North Side Beach At The Indian River Inlet Under Repair

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

The North side beach at the Indian River Inlet is being repaired again from Hurricane Dorian Storm Surge Before Hurricane Dorian storm surge and wind could hit the Delaware coast, DNREC pumped a ton of sand onto the north side beach. The hope was to prevent further erosion and damage from the previous storm surge. It worked well,…

Delaware Beach Clean Ups Have resumed

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

Volunteers gather every week and clean Delaware State Park beaches We finally got back in the swing of things and cleaned the point beach today. I had to cancel the last few for several reasons. Now that all is better we an get back to cleaning the beaches every week. Today was nice there was hardly any trash on the beaches. Hurricane…

Full Moon On Friday The Thirteenth What Could Go Wrong

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

The Full Harvest Moon Is On Friday The Thirteenth September’s full moon is called the harvest moon. Crops are already being harvested all around Sussex county. Also known as the corn moon to the Native Americans, it would happen during the time of the corn harvest. This year’s September full moon is a harvest moon because it is the…

Delaware Fishing Report Weekend Wrap Up

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

Great weekend for fishing once Hurricane Dorian's Storm Surge Calmed Down. Saturday turned out much better than was expected. The surf was rough from Hurricane Dorian storm surge, but people were catching fish. Sunday was even better, still big waves, but fishing was not too bad either. Not everyone caught fish but that is the case…

Delaware State Parks Bans Firewood

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

Delaware State Parks Has Banned The Use Of Outside Firewood Due To The Spotted Lantern Fly Quarantine. In order to help stop the spread of the Spotted Lantern Fly, Delaware State Parks has banned the use of outside firewood. That means you can not bring fire wood with you to the campgrounds or the parks. No matter where you are from. …

Building A Boat Ramp

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

Ever Wonder What Goes Into Building a Boat Ramp Check Out Millsboro Pond The Mumford & Miller Concrete General Contractor crews are hard at work on the Millsboro pond boat ramp. When I head to town for errands I like to drop by and check the progress. I never knew how much rebar goes into a boat ramp, but I do now. Can't wait until this is…

Indian River Coast Guard Gets The Catch Of The Weekend

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

The Indian River Coast Guard Station Removes huge Mylar Balloon From The Ocean Over the weekend the Coast Guard Indian River Station was on patrol. They spotted a lot of trash and this huge mylar balloon off the coast. They quickly removed the trash and balloon from our waters. Balloon releases in the State Of Delaware…

BOLO For MERR Looking For Washed Up Marine Mammals

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

MERR is keeping an eye and ear out for notifications of stranded turtles and other marine mammals after Hurricane Dorian passes. The winds of Hurricane Dorian pushed a lot of water towards Delaware. With that comes marine life, not just fish but everything, live and dead. Storms tend to push all kinds of dead sea life onto our…

Watch Your Surroundings On The Outgoing Tides

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

Boat Beached At The Flats Of Cape Henlopen State Park On Labor Day Weekend (Sept 2019) ...Over Labor Day weekend this boater ran out of water real fast. Blow out tides in the flats will get skinny quick. Not only beached but in the closed section for shorebirds. That is a phone book of tickets waiting to happen. We worry about…

Saturday Sept. 7th Surf Conditions

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

Small craft advisory until 6 PM. Lot less wind this morning and it is downright chilly. The ocean is calmer but the waves are still pretty big. Holding bottom will be tough but doable. No idea if parks will open the closed beaches today. Low tide is at 8 AM and the water is still up a bit. Just watch yourselves at high tide at…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 26 – Sept. 1

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

Reminder for the week: Public urged to report violationsof hunting and wildlife regulations using a variety of reporting options DOVER (Sept. 6, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public…

Check Out These Web Cams For Live Beach Conditions

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

There are plenty of web cams at the beaches in Delaware to check surf conditions in Rehoboth Beach And Bethany Beach The Delaware beaches are getting pummeled and being able to see what is happening before you get there is a big help. The water at the moment is washing to the dunes. On some beaches it deep and fast moving, or it is just washing…

Indian River Inlet North Beach Is Taking A Beating

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

Indian River Inlet North Beach Is Taking A Beating from Hurricane Dorian Storm Surge The DNREC crews worked hard yesterday to put more sand in the north beach area. It helped for a bit, but looks like it is all gone by now and the ocean is carving the dune out more. Glad they did what they could, they had to do something, can't blame…

The Wind Is This Bad At The Beach

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

The steady winds from Hurricane Dorian at the beaches are eroding the beaches and creating cool sand formations You can see the picture how windy it is at the point. The birds are sitting on the lee side out of the wind and the sand is wet from rain. Behind the birds, that sandy looking haze is sand blowing across the beach. That will…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 Postponed

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

We are postponing DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 until next Saturday the 14th. The following Saturday (21st) will be the final. I checked the beaches today and despite the fact they will get a little pummeled and survive. I don't want to send people out to try and win a gift card in this crap weather. Not to mention parks may…

Delaware State Parks Closing Drive On Beaches

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

Delaware State Parks Closing Drive On Beaches Ahead Of Hurricane Dorian Storm Surge Delaware State parks closed some of the drive on beaches for storm surge concerns. No need to keep a flooded beach open. You can still walk out and fish or check conditions. We are about to go surf fishing for the afternoon high tide. Parks will reevaluate…

Maryland Fishing Report – September 4

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

Fishing report by the state of Maryland DNR Marty Zupancic decided to show us the toothy face of a Spanish mackerel he caught recently. Photo by Marty Zupancic Now that Labor Day activities are behind us, anglers can focus on fishing more with family and friends. Cooler weather will begin to show its face and Maryland waters will begin…

Surf Fish The Hurricane Dorian Storm Surge But Watch Your Six

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

People keep asking should I fish this storm, and they absolutely should. We always fish nor'easter conditions in the fall for striped bass. Bait fish will be pushed into pockets and against structure. Striped bass love to feed in these conditions. The food is disoriented from trying to avoid heavy currents and rough water, as well as amped up…

Dusty Miller: Not Just an Awesome Name for a Seventies Guitarist

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

What Kind Of Native And Invasive Plants Are Growing In The Dunes Of Delaware “Hey Andrew, What’s that bright silver stuff in the dunes?” “It’s called Dusty Miller, it’s actually invasive.”“I have Dusty Miller in my garden, that doesn’t look anything like it. What’s an invasive? This exchange and similar ones occur frequently, so let’s answer…

Northside Beach Is Closed

Rich King Sep 5, 2019

Northside Beach Is Closed At The Indian River Inlet Yesterday Delaware Seashore State Park announced that north beach would be closed for repairs. " BEACH CLOSURE ALERT: The Division of Soil and Water will doing beach stabilization on the North side of the Indian River Inlet tomorrow, Thursday, September 5, in preparation of Hurricane…

Hurricane Dorian Winds Arrive In Delaware

Rich King Sep 5, 2019

All that wind outside is from the first bits of Dorian to reach Delaware. A small craft advisory is in place until tonight, expect that to increase. Windy days into the weekend, so far Saturday looks like nice weather, with gigantic waves. Rain chances will increase as the day progresses into Friday. Tomorrow the worst of Hurricane…

Frying Pan Tower Flag Is Flying Live, Loud, And Proud

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

Frying Pan Tower's American Flag Is Flying Live on the web cam waiting for Hurricane Dorian To Pass I you remember last year everyone watched Hurricane Florence pass the Frying Pan Tower's web cam, live. The flag was flying and was shredded by Hurricane Florence. The flag was also named during the hurricane, Kevin. After Florence passed…

Delaware State Parks To Add New Programs For The Ever Growing Bored Crowds

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

Due to The Increasing Diversity Of Our Tourists Each Year. Delaware State Parks Is Trying Some New Programs For The Extreme And Uber Bored "We have noticed an increase in the demographics of our yearly visitors. In order to meet the needs of suggested activities by people who are too bored to just sit and enjoy the damn beach. Delaware State…

Hurricane Dorian Finally Takes A Turn

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

The Bahamas were hammered by Hurricane Dorian. The pictures and videos coming out of those islands are frightening. Dorian slowed down and all but stalled on top of the Bahamas for over thirty-six hours. The 185 mile per hour winds just ground that area up and flooded it with massive storm surge and rain. The amount of water the wind alone…

Frets 4 Vets Surf Rod, Reel, and Surf Fishing Gear Raffle

Rich King Sep 3, 2019

Win DS Custom Tackle Fishing Gear And Help Local Veterans The boys at DS Custom Tackle and Frets 4 Vets have teamed up to raise money for Frets 4 Vets. "I like what Tom Baker is trying to accomplish with Frets 4 Vets. I wanted to help out, we came up with this raffle to help raise money". Dave Okonewski Owner of DS Custom Tackle. …

Servicing a Penn 7500 SS Series Reel

Rich King Sep 3, 2019

I had Bill McGee service this PENN 7500 SS reel for me to use this coming fall in the surf. The reel had a broken reverse lock, was hard to turn, and needed a serious cleaning. Bill McGee does an excellent job servicing reels. He is an avid collector of PENN reels. When you want something done right take it to someone who has the passion…

Delaware State Police Looking For Bait Shop Shoplifting Suspect

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

Saturday a man stole merchandise from Rick's Bait and Tackle in Long Neck Delaware. Saturday a man robbed Rick's Bait and Tackle in Long Neck Delaware. The suspect is on camera seen stealing equipment (a reel) off of a fishing rod. If you have any information please contact the Delaware State Police at Troop 7, Tfc. Bailey at…

Fish Finally Showed Up At The Point With a Surprise

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

Apparently the fish didn't get the memo that the point opened early this year. Fishing the first couple of days was horrible and that dead low tide made for a bleak fishing report for Delaware. Then on September 1st the fishing at the point picked up exponentially. Now I am curious what the summer surf fishing at the point would be like. If…

The Catch Of A Lifetime

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

Mark Bowman Caught A Huge Resident Striped Bass At The Indian River Inlet Labor Day weekend fishing has been great for many an angler. Good to see the fish finally got the word the point opened. Maybe they didn't get the memo on the early opening. The first couple of days fishing the point was slow, Sunday the action was much better.…

Pompano Are Big This Summer

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

Surf Anglers Are Catching Big Pompano Surf Fishing Delaware Beaches Pompano in Delaware caught surf fishing the last few days are much bigger than usual. They won't be headed home once summer is over. No creel limits, eat all you want. These are the biggest ones we have seen in Delaware's surf. Perfect size to grill and eat. Right at…

Boats Not Allowed On Park Beaches

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

You Can Not Land a Boat on a Delaware State Park Beach Unless The Boat IS In Distress What is happening this year. Things like this rarely occur. Boaters are not allowed to land or launch a boat from a Delaware state park beach. You also can't drop people off of a boat on a state park beach, especially if it is the closed bay section.…

The Bayside Of The Point Is Closed

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

The Bayside Of The Point Is Closed "That's Okay I Am Local" Is Not The Correct Response For some reason, every year, when the point opens in Cape Henlopen State Park lots of people start walking through the closed bay section. Usually they come from the point comfort station lookout area. Today was a first to have them tell people it…

Hurricane Dorian Is A Category 5

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

Hurricane Dorian Has Upgraded To A Category 5 Before The Bahamas Landfall Sunday Afternoon Everyone is watching Hurricane Dorian. Some are worried, but most are too busy to worry right now, and only will if need be later. Problem with that is if you aren't prepared, worrying later can go south fast. It is easy to always be prepared, and then…

Check The Tide Tables And Know The Water

Rich King Aug 31, 2019

The flats at Cape Henlopen State Park Can Empty Fast At Low Tide And Strand A Boat This boat is now beached in Cape Henlopen State Park in the flats. Within the closed bay section of the point. Rangers are there now helping. Anchoring up is fun, but know where you are before you choose a place. Skinny water can happen fast, into no…

Ambient Weather Station Live On The Beach

Rich King Aug 31, 2019

Dennis Dishler's Ambient Weather Station Is Live At The Surf Fishing Beaches In Cape Henlopen State Park These Ambient weather stations are awesome. Live up to the minute weather conditions. If you have one of these you can upload your information to Weather Underground. People can check it out there as well just by clicking this link for…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 19-25

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 19-25 Reminder for the week: Have a safe Labor Day weekend on Delaware waterways DOVER (Aug. 30, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe…

Icehouse Bait and Tackle Has Moved To Route 1

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

Icehouse Bait and Tackle Has Moved To Route 1 at 18388 Coastal Highway Icehouse Bait and Tackle has moved to 18388 Coastal Highway in Lewes. The same shopping center Bills Sport Shop was located before they closed last year. This is a great move for Icehouse Bait and Tackle, they will be more accessible on route 1. Icehouse Bait…

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces opening of September hunting seasons

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

Numerous hunting opportunities offered starting Sept. 1 at many Delaware state wildlife areas DOVER (Aug. 30, 2019) – Delaware hunters will start their 2019/20 hunting season Sunday, Sept. 1 with the opening of archery and crossbow deer seasons, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today. Hunters can start adding mourning dove and…

Ocean City Sportsman Expo

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

Ocean City Sportsman Expo September 6 to 8 AT The Ocean City Convention Center The 2019 Ocean City Sportsman Expo is the first ever fully outdoors related show held in the area. The expo will be held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center (OC Convention Center) September 6th- 8th. Come check out all things fishing, hunting,…

Indian River Inlet Northside Beach Took A Beating

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

Indian River Inlet Northside Beach Took A Beating From The Summer Nor'easter of 2019 Beach Umbrella set up near the wall of sand that used to be a dune face. The north side beach at Indian River Inlet is all but gone. The summer nor'easter last week chewed the sand away and washed it into the inlet and out front into the sand bars.…

Rehoboth Lewes Canal Water Hazard Large Tree In Water

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

Rehoboth Lewes Canal Water Hazard Large Tree In The Water There is a large tree in the water in the Lewes canal, yes, an entire tree. Roughly halfway between Lewes and Rehoboth. We do not have an exact location, nor a source. The coast guard let us know about this today and they are doing their usual protocol for these issues, and asked us to…

The Humpback Whale At The Point

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

There Is A whale Carcass Exposed At The Point In Cape Henlopen State Park Watch Your Driving (August 2019) ... If you remember back in December of 2018 a humpback whale washed up on the beach at the point. As per usual protocol it was studied and then buried. Right along the dune line on the beach side of the dune fence poles. It…

Cape Henlopen State Park Point Looks Great

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

The Point in Cape Henlopen State Park Opened Today. I met my buddy Andrew Hansen at the point comfort station parking lot and jumped in his truck, Mine is down, don't ask. Apparently a constantly broken jeep is normal, a jeep thing. I am tired of hearing that. Andrew messaged me at noon thirty, "Hey the point just opened" .. I'll be…

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces updated 2019/2020 state wildlife area maps

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

2019/2020 Delaware State Wildlife Area Maps DOVER (Aug. 29, 2019) – Hunters and other wildlife area users are reminded that state wildlife area maps with updated regulations and access information for each wildlife area are available for the 2019/2020 hunting season, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today. The maps depict area…

The Point In Cape Henlopen State Park Is Open

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announces the Point at Cape Henlopen to reopen today following closure for beachnesting season LEWES (Aug. 29, 2019) – The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park will reopen today, August 29, DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announced. The area to reopen includes a stretch of ocean…

Local’s Call To Action Bursts Corporate Promotional Balloon

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

Local Activists' Concerns Change Corporate Promotion for IT2 Movie Premiere Last week a story post pops up from WBOC, the Flagship Cinema company's theater in Ocean City announced a promotion for IT 2, using red balloons. They planned to place red balloons around Ocean City with a ticket voucher for the movie. Hey cool idea, the movie…

Shark Identification Made Easy

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

This is the best shark ID chart we have ever found. If you encounter any of these sharks just act normal. Sharks live in the ocean in case anyone missed that detail. It is their home, you are just visiting. If sharks preferred to eat people we would have figured that out a long time ago, and there would be less stupid people on land. …

Broadkill Beach Recreational Water Advisory

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

A recreational water advisory was issued for Broadkill Beach. I would say this also applies to Beach Plum Island State Park just to be safe. Anglers wear your waders or boots if you are going to expose yourself to the water long term. Like stand in it and fish all day. Type: Recreational Water Advisory Reason: BacteriaLocation: Broadkill…

Maryland Fishing Report – August 28

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

The Maryland Fishing Report Is On Amazon Echo Just Ask Alexa MD DNR ... August 28, 2019 The recent cooler weather has been a welcomed relief for all, and the hot summer months are beginning to fade into memory. Fishing has been good and recreational crabbers, in particular, are enjoying the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay, providing healthy…

Please Stay Off Middle Island Or “Bird Island” in The Inland Bays

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

Middle Island Is An Off Limits Bird Preserve For Nesting Shorebirds The signs on Middle Island (bird island) to be posted by the Center For The Inland Bays this week. (August 2019) ... There are signs placed yearly, around Middle Island, also known as bird island by the Center For The Inland Bays. Located in the Indian River Bay just…

Striped Bass And Mullet On The Move

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

Sudden Inland Bay Water Temperature Drops Trigger Fish To Feed Summer packed her bags, left, and she didn't even say goodbye! Actually she is just taking a breather, we have plenty of hot weather coming back, but this reminder of fall weather is nice. It is also getting the fish fired up around the inland bays. Triggered bass with the…

Coastal Flood Advisory

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

…COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT… Coastal Flood Advisory Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 610 AM EDT Wed Aug 28 2019 Kent-Inland Sussex-Delaware Beaches-Atlantic-Cape May- Atlantic Coastal Cape May-Coastal Atlantic- 610 AM EDT Wed Aug 28 2019 The National…

Tropical Storm Erin To Hit Coast And Canyons With Storm Surge

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

Tropical Storm Erin Warning For East Coast If you are headed offshore today into this weekend, you might want to check the marine forecast. Tropical storm Erin is moving up the coast offshore, but storm surge will be an issue. The winds are dying but the storm surge we just had remains and continues. We have a coastal flood advisory too…

Labor Day DUI Checkpoints Around the State of Delaware

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

Every year in an effort to curb drinking and driving the Delaware Office of Highway Safety partners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and of course local law enforcement agencies statewide. They will set up DUI check points in the usual spots to help curb and stop drinking and driving. Delaware DUI Check points…

Virginia Marine Resources Commission Drops Striped Bass Creel Limit In Emergency Regulation

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

The Virginia Marine Resources Commission enacts emergency regulations on striped bass Yesterday in an unprecedented move, the Virginia Marine Resources Commission enacted an emergency regulation for striped bass, or Rockfish. Anglers can now only keep one fish. There will be a public comment period on September 24th. In April this…

DNREC seeking volunteers for Delaware Coastal Cleanup

Rich King Aug 27, 2019

DNREC seeking volunteers for Delaware Coastal Cleanup Volunteer registration to close Sept. 2DOVER (Aug. 27, 2019) – Volunteers are still needed and encouraged to join the 32nd annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup, to be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 14. Sponsored by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental…

Another Day of Rough Seas

Rich King Aug 27, 2019

SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON We canceled the beach clean up for today because at 9 AM the beaches are still going to be a little wet. Water has pushed most if not all trash to the dune lines or sucked it back out to sea only to deposit it elsewhere. High tide today was at 6:11 AM and you can see the water…

Happy National Dog Day

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

National Dog Day Is August 26th Bentley likes to bark at waves and then try to eat them. Happy National dog day to you and your fir babies. Mine seems to know today is a special day or he is just acting up more fun on a Monday. Spoil them more like we all do, everyday not just one day a year. This is Bentley with his signature…

High Tide Is Flooding The Beaches Today

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

The angry seas haven't let up and like yesterday the water will push to the dune lines. We are in a new moon phase, so that is not helping with the higher tides combined with this wind. It is 3:30 PM and high tide isn't full until 6 PM at the Indian River Inlet. It is kind of funny to sit here and give out winter beach conditions, in…

Haunted Places In Sussex County You Didn’t Know About

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

Haunted Places In Delaware, Many Are Very Close To Places We Fish. Long Cemetery “Catman’s Grave” Right off Catmans Road in Frankford there is a long dirt road that takes you to Long Cemetery or known as “Catman’s Grave” to ghost chasers. Isolated in the woods this graveyard has long been rumored to contain the spirit of “Catman”. A man…

Maryland Is Closing Oyster Harvesting Season

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services Recreational and Commercial Oyster Season - Effective Aug. 28, 2019 MD DNR (aug 29, 2019) ... The secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources pursuant to Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 08.02.04.11G announces that the recreational and commercial seasons for…

Fishbites Should Be Stored Correctly To Extend Their Shelf Life

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

Storing Fishbites Correctly Will Extend The Shelf Life For Years (Aug 2019) ... Fishbites are refrigerated at the company until they are shipped in coolers to distributors. Refrigerating Fishbites products extends the life and keeps the colors from fading. Even if the colors fade the scent will still work. Distributors have coolers supplied by…

Lookdowns One Of The Freaky Tropical Fish We See In Delaware

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

Tropical Fish Arrive In Delaware With The Gulf Stream Every Summer Various summer tropical fish move up the east coast with the Gulf Stream. Lookdowns, often mistaken for moonfish, have been showing up for a long time in our waters, especially in August. Over the weekend Mellyne Herrera caught this lookdown in her cast net near the Pot Nets…

Beach Buggy With A Weather Station

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

We asked everyone to send in your beach buggy photos and descriptions to share with everyone. If you have a beach buggy you would like share send us an email at admin@delaware-surf-fishing.com. We have been sent some cool rides, this one comes with a neat added feature. Dennis Dishler's beach buggy, though just a standard jeep, has a…

DNREC’S Division of Parks & Recreation announces changes in lifeguard hours at state park ocean swimming beaches

Rich King Aug 26, 2019

NREC’S Division of Parks & Recreation announces changes in lifeguard hours at state park ocean swimming beaches DOVER (August 26, 2019) – Hours and locations for lifeguarded ocean swimming beaches in DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation’s state parks have changed effective today, August 26. On Monday, Aug. 26 through Friday, Aug.…

Minor Coastal Flooding At High Tide

Rich King Aug 25, 2019

Minor inland bay flooding will occur on the next high tide (5 AM) due to the northeast winds. Dewey Beach, New road bay access, Oak Orchard, Canary Creek in Lewes, Pot Nets Communities, and the usual low spots. Masseys Ditch and the Island at high tide today ... Driscoll Drones Monday morning will be a little wet at high tide, around 7:30…

Sunday “Angry Seas” Funday Will Last Until Tuesday

Rich King Aug 25, 2019

Yesterday everyone was treated to nor'easter like conditions without the usual annoying torrential rains and bone chilling cold. Welcome to our winter world, when the beaches get slammed with a full blown nor'easter. It was much cooler from this front moving through and boy does it feel good. Not to mention a solid reminder that fall…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 8 Results

Rich King Aug 24, 2019

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series During Angry Seas Fishbites DSF's newest tournament and event sponsor Everyone was trying to fish today and then the ocean decided it wanted some its beach back. It didn't ask, just showed up shaved about two to four feet of sand off the beach face into high tide. Despite that, there were fish…

All Beaches Have A Steep Ledge From High Surf Conditions

Rich King Aug 24, 2019

(August 24, 2019) ... Angry seas today my friends, and they gave everyone a show. At incoming to high tide today, fast waves cut a ledge or a cliff, for a better visual description, up and down the Delaware and Maryland beaches. Heavy carving in Ocean City Maryland as well. The water is still working the ledges. This always happens with these…

Tagged Butterfly Release Today

Rich King Aug 24, 2019

If you are in the Kent County area today stop by Brecknock Park For A Tagged Butterfly Release. Kara Okonewski .. "BUTTERFLY RELEASE TODAY (8/24) AT 11 am! Swing over to Brecknock Park in Camden, DE for a monarch butterfly release! Get up close to our monarchs before release and watch a live tagging! Meet at the butterfly garden, to the…

Spanish Mackerel Triggering The Blues

Rich King Aug 24, 2019

Crooked Hammock Brewery Actively Fishing Lager and Beach Escape Session IPA seasonal craft beers. Mention DSF and receive 10% off your purchase. Yesterday at Key Box and few other spots the blue fish schools were also producing Spanish mackerel. Schools are moving by start tossing spoons towards them orSstingsilvers and deadly dicks.…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 8 Card

Rich King Aug 23, 2019

DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 8 Tomorrow is DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 8 and it's gonna be a right snotty day. A reminder of fall fishing, but with summer fish. Look on the bright side the flies should be minimal, maybe hiding for their lives in your truck by days end. East wind will be tough casting into. Good luck…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 12-18

Rich King Aug 23, 2019

Reminder for the week: Hunters should review wildlife area maps and their regulations before hunting these areas DOVER (Aug. 23, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s…

Inland Bay Oyster Farms Are Being Damaged By Boats

Rich King Aug 23, 2019

Inland Bay Boaters Beware, Oyster Farms Can Destroy Your Lower Unit And You Are Responsible For Farm Damage And Loss Recently, some of the oyster farms around the Delaware Inland Bays in Rehoboth and Indian River Bay were damaged, most likely by boats or jet skis. These oyster farms are marked with four large corner posts. They are…

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife sets Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission public hearing on striped bass management Aug. 29 in Dover

Rich King Aug 23, 2019

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife sets Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commissionpublic hearing on striped bass management Aug. 29 in Dover DOVER (Aug. 23, 2019) – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed addendum to the Atlantic Striped Bass Interstate Fisheries Management Plan at 6…

Delaware Fishing Report August 23

Rich King Aug 23, 2019

Fishing Report for Delaware Waters, Beaches and Bays If you can avoid a summer cold, no matter what it takes do it! Day five and I can still hear colors thanks to the NyQuil which is the only thing keeping me sane. What is it about summer colds that make them worse than a winter cold. Speaking of cold we have a front incoming,…

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for…

Rich King Aug 22, 2019

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Sussex County in southern Delaware...Southwestern New Castle County in northern Delaware...Kent County in central Delaware...Northeastern Queen Anne's County in northeastern Maryland...Northeastern Caroline County in eastern…

DELDOT Announces The Woodland Ferry Is Now Open

Rich King Aug 22, 2019

Woodland Ferry Now Open The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that the Woodland Ferry is now open to traffic. After months of needed repairs, the Woodland Ferry reopened on August 21. We appreciate everyone's patience during this time and are pleased that the ferry is again open to the public. Woodland Ferry …

A Trout With Two Mouths Is Freaking Out The Internet

Rich King Aug 22, 2019

A Trout With Two Mouths Was Caught In Lake Champlain A few days ago a picture showed up online of a fish with two mouths. It was originally posted as two headed lake trout. At first everyone's response was yeah, right, that is fake news. It's not. I spent a few days triple checking. This is the catch of a lifetime, but what's up with…

Maryland Fishing Report – Aug. 21

Rich King Aug 21, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report – Aug. 21 Striped Bass Summer Fishing Advisory Chesapeake Bay Oxygen Levels Maryland DNR .... August 21, 2019 Memories are made while fishing and crabbing and this guy is lucky enough to have a grandfather to take him crabbing. Photo by Jim Livingston We are on the back end of August and there are signs…

Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect Until Tonight

Rich King Aug 21, 2019

National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 610 IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EDT THIS EVENING… This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Delaware, southern Delaware, northeast Maryland, northern New Jersey, northwest New Jersey, southern New Jersey, east central Pennsylvania, northeast Pennsylvania and southeast…

States Schedule Public Hearings on Atlantic Striped Bass Draft Addendum VI

Rich King Aug 21, 2019

States Schedule Public Hearings on Atlantic Striped Bass Draft Addendum VI Arlington, VA – The Commission’s Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board releases Draft Addendum VI to Amendment 6 of the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass for public comment. Atlantic coastal states from Maine through North Carolina,…

The Modern Beach Buggy

Rich King Aug 21, 2019

Everyone Has A Beach Buggy, Their Favorite Beach Ride For Surf Fishing Jeeps Are A Popular Beach Ride. There are some cool rides out on the beaches. Some are new, some old, and some are modified beyond their original intentions. Once you find your beach ride, you will want to outfit it to suit your needs for surf fishing. Everyone has a…

The First Annual Tangier Classic Fishing Tournament

Rich King Aug 20, 2019

The Tangier Classic Fishing Tournament Is Raising Money For Great Local Causes As a team of five close friends who have fished the Crisfield area our whole lives, we’ve decided to plan an event that brings a fresh new edge to the Chesapeake Bay angling community. Our tournament offers a unique format. Anglers can fish anywhere in the Chesapeake…

DNREC Shoreline & Waterway Management Section invites public to ‘design a sign, protect a dune’ by entering artwork, messages in dune awareness contest

Rich King Aug 20, 2019

Sept. 2 deadline for dune sign contest entries fast approaching DOVER (Aug. 20, 2019) – The Sept. 2 deadline for entries in the DNREC’s Shoreline & Waterway Management Section’s “Keep Off the Dunes” signage contest is fast approaching. The public is invited to submit eye-catching and effective original artwork and messaging to remind…

Cleaning A Penn 722 Greenie Fishing Reel

Rich King Aug 20, 2019

I asked Bill McGee to take apart and service my grandfather's Penn 722 "greenie" reel that I want to fish. This was my grandfather's reel. Light reel penn made for less money then the 714 and 716 greenie. Bill said cleaning it and preserving this reel would be easy. If I wanted to fish it, he would have to replace some parts. I told him…

Commercial Closure in Federal Waters for Atlantic Migratory Group Spanish Mackerel

Rich King Aug 20, 2019

Commercial Closure in Federal Waters for Atlantic Migratory Group Spanish Mackerel Northern Zone on August 24, 2019 WHAT/WHEN:The commercial harvest of Atlantic migratory group Spanish mackerel northern zone in federal waters will close at 12:01 a.m., local time, on August 24, 2019, and will re-open on March 1, 2020. The northern zone for…

Cooking & Recipes

Blackened Lionfish Breakfast Taco Recipe

Rich King Aug 20, 2019

Who says you can’t have fish for breakfast? Packed with Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, lionfish is the choice protein for a quick and healthy morning meal. Ingredients: 3 ounces lionfish 2 eggs 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream 1 slice Havarti Cheese 1 tablespoon of Chef Paul Magic…

Today’s Storm Produced Hail and Heavy Rain With Epic Photos

Rich King Aug 19, 2019

This afternoon beach visitors, surf anglers, and anyone near Rehoboth, Fenwick, Bethany, and Lewes saw some rather nautical weather. The winds picked up and the hail and rain came right after. Before it hit people were treated to a sight out of a Sci-Fi movie. Storm cloud over Cape Henlopen state park ... photo from Mike Napier. …

Maryland Angler Tops Record for Common Dolphinfish

Rich King Aug 19, 2019

August 19, 2019 Catch Record for Mahi Set Just Three Weeks Ago at the Poor Girls Open A Pasadena woman reeled in a new Maryland state record common dolphinfish, also known as mahi mahi. Kristy Frashure was participating in the Poor Girls Fishing Tournament in Ocean City on Aug. 16 when she caught the 74.5-pound fish. Frashure and five…

Some Perspective and Facts About Blue-green Algae on Delmarva

Rich King Aug 19, 2019

There are some stories in the news recently about blue-green algal poisonings of dogs. By Robin Tyler Some Perspective and Facts About Blue-green Algae on Delmarva: There are some stories in the news recently about blue-green algal poisonings of dogs. From 1990 to 2017 I was an aquatic ecologist with the State of Delaware, DNREC. I monitored…

About That Shark Washed Up On Rehoboth Beach

Rich King Aug 19, 2019

A shark Washed Up Onto Rehoboth Beach And The Lifeguards Removed It On Sunday Yesterday a couple of pictures were circulating social media. The caption(s) stated that a shark washed up onto the beach in Rehoboth Beach and was removed by the lifeguards. Not a big deal it happens. Then the picture's caption stated the shark, still alive,…

The Flounder Pounder Open 2019 Final Results

Rich King Aug 19, 2019

Flounder Pounder Open 2019 The Largest Flounder Tournament In The World Ended on Sunday. Sunday was the final day for the Flounder Pounder Open 2019. There were 120 boats out fishing, there were ten times that many people at the scales. The bar was packed at Paradise. Everyone wanted to see who would win, would there be a turnover for…

This Is Why You Don’t Take Pontoon Boats Through The Indian River Inlet

Rich King Aug 18, 2019

Video of Pontoon Boat Almost "Submarining" In Indian River Inlet Just a heads up to boaters, particularly pontoon boats. Stop going through the Indian River Inlet. This pontoon made it but it was close, very close. TC Dean sent us this video of the this pontoon slamming into the breakers. …

Flounder Pounder Open Results Day 4

Rich King Aug 18, 2019

Flounder Pounder Open at Paradise Grill Fourth Day Results Yesterday was the next to the last day at the scales. 222 boats were fishing, and it was a nice day. Boats weren't at the scales by 4 PM, many of the anglers were fishing until the last minute. Everyone is picking through lots of fish. Great catches just too small to score. The…

Flounder Pounder

Rich King Aug 16, 2019

Flounder Pounder THIS COMPNANY HAS OWED DSF A $1,000 FOR OVER 6 YEARS. Never work with Paradise they do no pay their bills. If you do work with them get it in writing and get paid up front. As soon as you are done with your "agreement" they decide to renegotiate your payment. They do this to every vendor and it is a nightmare trying to…

DNREC, City of Lewes launching outreach campaign to clear Lewes dune of illegally-stored kayaks, boats and water sports equipment

Rich King Aug 16, 2019

DNREC, City of Lewes launching outreach campaign to clear Lewesdune of illegally-stored kayaks, boats and water sports equipment DOVER (Aug. 16, 2019) – Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the City of Lewes will launch an awareness campaign next week aimed at clearing the Lewes dune of personal effects such…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 5-11

Rich King Aug 16, 2019

Reminder for the week: Purchase your 2019/2020 Delaware hunting license, waterfowl stamp now DOVER (Aug. 16, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish &…

Contacts To Fight The Beach Coalition

Rich King Aug 16, 2019

The last time this happened, about two years ago. Ray Bivens, Director of Delaware state parks needed support to say no to these folks for their limited access request. He got that support from multitudes of anglers in less than 18 hours. Then he told the Beach Coalition, not going to happen. We need to do that again. At the end of the IHV…

Delaware Fishing Report

Rich King Aug 16, 2019

Delaware fishing report for August 16th Water Temperatures Are On Point The weather has been dicey the last couple of days. Flounder Pounder anglers have been out, but not in full force. That will change today into the weekend. Everyone fishes, or has to finish their set of three days. There are flounder about just have to find the…

Flounder Pounder Open Day Two Turns It Up

Rich King Aug 15, 2019

Second Day Of The Flounder Pounder Open scales At Paradise Grill The scales were ready today for the Flounder Pounder Open 2019 at 4 PM, we just needed some fish. There were boats out fishing loaded with anglers. Everyone was anticipating a mild day at the scales. You never know what will hit at a tournament, but the first day in a few…

DNREC’s Delaware Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend set Sept. 20-22 at Lums Pond State Park

Rich King Aug 15, 2019

DNREC’s Delaware Becoming an Outdoors-Woman weekend set Sept. 20-22 at Lums Pond State Park Registration deadline is Sept. 6 for state’s 21st BOW event DOVER (Aug. 15, 2019) – Delaware’s 2019 Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program is set for the weekend of Sept. 20-22 at Lums Pond State Park near Bear, DNREC’s Division of Fish &…

Offshore Weather Tower Coming To Ocean City Maryland

Rich King Aug 15, 2019

US Wind will install a weather tower (meteorological tower MET) off the coast of Ocean City , Maryland On August 10th a barge left Louisiana carrying the mast for the meteorological tower, MET. It is expected to arrive on site sometime in late August. After the arrival of the barge, installation is expected to take ten to fourteen…

The Beach Coalition Is Going After Your Surf Fishing Access In 2020

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

The Beach Coalition is at it again, they want you off their beaches. (August 2019) ... I will apologize now, this is a long read, but it is very important. Your surf fishing trucks are a "crisis". Your parking in front of their houses on the surf fishing beaches you pay to access, it is a crisis for them, their guests, and renters.…

Flounder Pounder Open 2019 Day 1 Results

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

Day one of the Flounder Pounder Open Scales Was Exciting Every quarter inch counts when you have a daily calcutta. Yo never know what a fish will weigh. Today the scales opened at 4 PM, just as the skies opened on all the anglers,Paradise, and Long Neck. Fast moving storms would roll through every twenty to thirty minutes for a couple…

Maryland Fishing Report – August 14

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report – August 14 MD DNR ... August 14, 2019 Photo by Michael Carr No matter how seasoned one is as a fishermen, catching a noteworthy fish brings out excitement that is too often suppressed deep within us. Our daily trials can take a toll on our sense of childlike fun. This photo made me smile and caused me to…

Watch The Flounder Pounder Open 2019 Scales Live At 4

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

The Largest Flounder Tournament Doesn't Pay Their Bills THIS COMPNANY HAS OWED DSF A $1,000 FOR OVER 6 YEARS. Never work with Paradise they do no pay their bills. If you do work with them get it in writing and get paid up front. As soon as you are done with your “agreement” they decide to renegotiate your payment. They do this to every vendor…

Fishermen Who Stare At Seagulls And Win

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

I keep seeing an article for a study about staring down seagulls. Well shorebirds, because "sea gulls" don't actually exist. Anyway, all anglers know if you stare down the birds they leave you alone. Only until you break eye contact, then they go for your bait. They are relentless, and rightfully so, they have become human dependent for an…

Yard Sailing For Old Penn Reels

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

Lets talk about the five to twenty dollar yard sale finds. Pictured here is the Penn 704 greenie. One of the first Penn surf fishing spinning reels. These were the most popular and the most abused reels. The 704 reels are over fifty years old. With a few new parts, such as bail springs and drag washers, the 704 can work like new. The next…

Somewhere Under The Monochrome

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

Monochrome rainbow lights up Delaware Skyline On Wednesday evening, as the storms were exiting Delmarva, Smyrna was treated to a monochrome rainbow. It occurred just after a brilliant double rainbow. While monochromatic rainbows form in the same way as a normal “Roy G. Biv” rainbow, through reflection and refraction of light passing through…

Cuda Been A WMO Contender Now You’re Dinner

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

Barracuda caught off the coast of Maryland and Delaware during the White Marlin Open The Gulf Stream brings us many strange, unusual, rare, vicous, and tasty fish visitors. Once in a while we see a catch like this barracuda. The other day Stephen Paris and his boys were fishing the White Marlin Open when they managed to troll up a little…

The Best Osprey Nest To Watch

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

This isn't the best nest to sit and observe, but it is my favorite to keep an eye on all summer. It is easy to see, it is just below the last businesses and the marina in Dewey along the side of route 1 southbound on the bay side. It is my favorite to observe when I am stuck in traffic, daily in the summer. There are many of these low…

Flounder Pounder Open Starts Today

Rich King Aug 14, 2019

THIS COMPNANY HAS OWED DSF A $1,000 FOR OVER 6 YEARS. Never work with Paradise they do no pay their bills. If you do work with them get it in writing and get paid up front. As soon as you are done with your "agreement" they decide to renegotiate your payment. They do this to every vendor and it is a nightmare trying to get your money.…

Nautical Weather Later Today

Rich King Aug 13, 2019

We have some severe storm and flood warnings for later today. Batten down the hatches. If you live near water make sure anything that can blow away is tied down or put away. These storms come in fast and hard. Few years ago one flooded oak orchard so bad a ramp washed out and almost took a house with it. Five inches of rain in a…

The Inland Bays Now Has Its First Of Three Artificial Reefs.

Rich King Aug 13, 2019

A Recycled Oyster Reef- a First for the Inland Bays! Fenwick Island, DE - The first known artificial oyster reef in Little Assawoman Bay was installed by the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays during the week of July 29th to work towards restoring once abundant populations of native oysters to the Inland Bays. Oysters filter water and provide…

It Finally Happened

Rich King Aug 12, 2019

Identifying Fish Can Be Hilarious Online Especially When It Happens To Be a Banded Rudderfish (August 12, 2019) ... I have been waiting a long time for this day, and laughing for a half hour. That moment someone sends you a fish ID question and it actually is a banded rudderfish. For those in the know, this is funny because, the standard…

Last Day To Register For The Flounder Pounder Open 2019

Rich King Aug 11, 2019

If you haven't already today by 6 PM is the last day to register for the Flounder Pounder. You can register online or go Paradise Grill in Pot Nets Bayside and register in person. Should be an interesting year I don't think we have seen a Delaware Flounder over two digits yet offshore. Been some quality fish caught but not huge.…

Guarantee Your Delaware Surf Fishing Tag And Access Forever.

Rich King Aug 11, 2019

So you didn't get a Delaware surf fishing access tag this year and you're upset about it? You aren't the only ones, but there is a simple solution to own a "forever tag". There is a bit of a loophole in the Delaware surf fishing tags. If you have one of the new numbered black Delaware surf fishing tags, you have a guaranteed tag.…

Free Bait On The Beach Gnome What I Mean

Rich King Aug 11, 2019

There is a lot of peanut bunker are being pushed up close to the shore, and washing up on the beach. They are also easy to cast net or snag. No idea what is pushing them in so close. Dolphin, skate, shark, flounder, cobia, bluefish, or Spanish mackerel. It could be everything out there is pushing the bunker. They could even be just…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Series Slam 7 Results

Rich King Aug 10, 2019

Decent day in the surf, many caught some, some caught many. The spot bite turned on pretty fast for a few anglers. "Rich the 4 photos with jokers aside of 2 of diamonds are mine. The next set of 4 pictures are for Ralph Mcbride. We were catching so fast, we were putting them in buckets and casting right back out." The boys sent me a group…

Local Wins The WMO For The Second Time

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Tonight at 10 PM history was made when Tom Hinkle set a new record by winning the White Marlin Open for the Second time. The marlin he and the Fish Whistle crew brought to the scales weighed 79.5 pounds and held. He won in 2008 with an 81 pound white marlin. The scales were exciting to watch today. Boats were coming in one after…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 7 card

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Tomorrow's card is the two of diamonds. I set the cobia length to 16 inches for grins and giggles. May as well get a number on them, they are around. Lines in 7 AM to 7 PM. Weather is looking great with a mild northwest wind. Flies could be a little annoying. I'd give the DFM a 4. Fishbites are hard to come by but Fenwick Tackle had a…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 29-Aug. 4

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Reminder for the week: Wildlife area visitors encouraged to know and follow rules DOVER (Aug. 9, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural…

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Announces New Delaware State Record False Albacore Tuna Caught

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

DOVER (Aug. 9, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife has confirmed a new state record in the Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament: a 22-pound, 9.6-ounce false albacore, caught July 13 in the Atlantic Ocean by Jason Conrad of Fleetwood, Pa. The fish was 35 inches long and had a girth of 22.5 inches. Conrad caught the fish, also known as…

ASMFC Approves Atlantic Cobia Amendment 1

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Before you ask, no Delaware has not set our limit for cobia, yet. I have heard of the options but they are not official. ... Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission approved Amendment 1 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for Atlantic Migratory Group Cobia (Atlantic cobia). Amendment 1 establishes…

Swimming Hazard At Northside Beach

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Yesterday we mentioned in the beach conditions report of a hazard. Somehow the wrong photo posted as the article header of the old coast guard tower base, that is not the hazard. Well unless you reun into it full bore on a board at high tide. This big mussel encrusted rock in the surf and exposed at low tide is the hazard. During…

The Tesla X Beach Buggy

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Yes you read that right. Last year we saw a Tesla get stuck on the beach in Cape Henlopen State Park. This year John Bockman took his Tesla X onto Assateague Island beach and she walked the dog in the sand. That Tesla car model that got stuck last year did manage to drive off once the driver aired down. That is a first for a car to make it…

The Schooner A.J. Meerwood Is In Lewes

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

The A.J. Meerwood is in Lewes, DE, she arrived August 1st and will be here until September 1st. There are scheduled sails, morning, day and evening, you can purchase tickets at the dock or online. There is a special trip on the 30th of August for a historical maritime sail. Check the ticketing website for details. The A.J. Meerwood is at…

The Sky Is Gonna Be Lit This Weekend

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

The best meteor shower of the summer is here! The Perseid meteor shower will start peaking tonight into Sunday. I'm not gonna sleep for three days. You're gonna have to get up really, really, early or stay up really, really, late to catch the best show of the summer. This is usually when I start doing overnight surf fishing trips. Sleep…

Final Day Of The White Marlin Open

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

Today is the last day of the White Marlin Open 2019, there are 248 boats fishing. Yes, Catch 23 is out there and the crew has caught fish, but nothing to qualify for the scales. Everyone wants to see that beast of a boat pull into the scales. I'm rooting for the local crews that are dominating the leader board. Yesterday was a…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 7 Is Saturday

Rich King Aug 9, 2019

The DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 7 is tomorrow. The fishing has been pretty good in the surf for many anglers. The catches are bigger so hopefully we will see some decent numbers tomorrow. Anyone can fish the Summer Slam the rules are here. We will meet at 2 PM on Sunday at Crooked Hammock to give out prizes. I have…

Trooper 2 Airlifts Patient From Route 1 At Indian River Inlet

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

Someone was airlifted from the inlet area not 30 minutes after i left the beach today. I was at southside checking the beaches and running errands. The surf was up high and slamming into the beach. Traffic is flowing just fine now. Most likely this was from an traumatic injury from the surf break. We keep telling people that sloped…

Delaware Division of Public Health Says No More Animals In Restaurants

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

Not too long ago the Delaware Division of Public Health put out a notice on Facebook and sent it to all restaurants. Informing them that pets, and animals are no longer allowed in their establishments, this includes patio areas. Service animals are exempt from this law. The internet as usual is losing their minds over this news.…

Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board Approves Draft Addendum VI for Public Comment

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board (Board) approved Draft Addendum VI for public comment. The Addendum was initiated in response to the 2018 Benchmark Stock Assessment which indicates the resource is overfished and experiencing overfishing. The Draft Addendum explores a range of…

Beach Conditions Hidden Hazard At Northside

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

The beaches have been getting a little pummeled this week. These pop up storms and heavy winds can do a quick facial on any beach surface. The slope to the water is steep on all of the beaches. Water is pushing up to and over the edge at high tide. The surf break will pummel someone not paying attention. The water is clear and clean below…

White Marlin Open Scales Open To A New Leader

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

The Fish Whistle crew was the first boat to the scales not twenty minutes ago. The brought in a nice looking white marlin. They didn't know how she would hold up to the leader board. They were pleasantly surprised. New WMO leader a 79.5 pound white marlin caught by Tom Hinkle on the FIsh Whistle The Fish Whistle crew just nailed…

White Marlin Open Day 4 At The Scales

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

Yesterday there wasn't the usual excitement at the scales, not a lot of fish came in and there was only three added to the leader board. A wahoo, dolphin (mahi) , and a tuna. Today there are 102 boats out, according to the White Marlin Open Facebook page. Not much has changed on the leader board. We assume the Catch 23 and crew are out today.…

Maryland Fishing Report – August 7

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

MD DNR ... August 7, 2019 Photo by Eric Packard Just like us humans, fish are seeking relief from the summer heat wherever they can find it, and some fish are more tolerant of high temperatures than others. Many anglers have chosen to curtail fishing for striped bass in the Chesapeake Bay this month and are enjoying other fishing…

Spiny Dogfish Advisory Panel (AP) – Fishery Performance Review and Trip Limit Discussion

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

The Council's Spiny Dogfish AP will meet via webinar on Monday, August 19, 2019 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The meeting will examine recent fishery performance before the Council reviews specifications, and will gather input on possible modifications to the 6,000-pound federal spiny dogfish trip limit. An action to consider trip limit changes is…

Trash To Be Weighed At The White Marlin Open Today

Rich King Aug 8, 2019

From the Assateague Coast Keeper .. Wow! Coastkeeper boat and TFA ocean trash at WMO TODAY 4:30-5pm! Come see the COASTKEEPER skiff bring in a hefty catch of ocean plastic trash that will get an official White Marlin Open weigh-in at Harbor Island this afternoon between 4:30 and 5pm! Can't get to 14th Street bayside today? Watch our Trash Free…

ASMFC Atlantic Menhaden Board Maintains TAC at 216,000 MT for 2020

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Atlantic Menhaden Management Board maintained the total allowable catch (TAC) of 216,000 mt for the 2020 fishing season with the option to revisit the 2020 TAC following review of the 2019 single-species and ecological reference point benchmark stock assessments and peer-review…

Special Marine Weather Statement Delaware Bay and Fenwick Island

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS The areas affected include Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20nm Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 nm Coastal waters from Great Egg Inlet to Cape May NJ out 20 nm Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter BeachDE At 120 PM EDT,…

Day Three Of The WMO Catch 23 Heads Out With 103 Boats

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

In case you are living under a rock, Michael Jordan, his boat the Catch 23, and crew are fishing the White Marlin Open this year. This morning they headed out with 103 boats to compete on day three of the White Marlin Open. They will have to fish today and the last two days. At this point the question of whether or not Michael Jordan will…

Magnet Fishing Can Be A Blast

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

Magnet Fishing Is Becoming More Popular With Anglers (August 7, 2019) ... A week or so ago, David Wroten Jr. was magnet fishing at the Cape Henlopen fishing pier. " I've been doing it off and on for about 2 years. I just recently bought a stronger magnet. My whole plan was to just go and snag lures, sinkers, maybe a phone or camera. I…

Please Take DNREC’s Inland Bay Dredge Survey

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

DNREC has a survey online about dredging the inland bays. They are working on prioritizing what ares need the most attention, by collecting as much information as possible. You can help by telling them how you use the bays in their survey. I spent two months surveying stakeholders for the administration in Dover about dredging the…

Delaware Fishing Report July 7th

Rich King Aug 7, 2019

Crooked Hammock Brewery Actively Fishing Lager and Beach Escape Session IPA seasonal craft beers Today is the middle of summer, Wednesday, August 7th at 7:52 a.m. Eastern Time is the exact mid point of summer. As of this morning we have lost 63 minutes of daylight since the first day of summer, June 21st. Daylight has been getting shorter…

Watch A White Marlin Jump In A Boat During The WMO

Rich King Aug 6, 2019

The boat IN Tents Sportfishing got an up close and personal visitor today. While reeling in this white marlin it jumped into their boat, it happens. This is definitely one of the dangers of billfishing and offshore fishing. There isn't a lot of room in the back of some of these boats, a big fish can reduce that room fast. A big, pissed off fish…

The New Coastal Delaware Paddling Map

Rich King Aug 6, 2019

A new map has been created by "paddling" enthusiasts. The maps have detailed routes with distances. Access points for putting in your kayak, canoe or SUP with information on any fees, restrooms, parking, and even nearby places to eat. Make sure you know all the rules for operating kayaks and paddleboards in Delaware. Delaware has…

Recreational Water Advisory For Lake Como

Rich King Aug 6, 2019

Type: Recreational Water Advisory Reason: BacteriaLocation: Lake Como BeachStart Date: 08/06/2019Start Time: 16:00End Date: 08/07/2019End Time: 14:30 Description: Swimming AdvisoryComments: A water quality advisory has been issued for Lake Como following bacterial results which were above the recreational water quality standard. Increased…

Haulin’ And Ballin Drops The First Blue Marlin For Day Two of The WMO

Rich King Aug 6, 2019

The second Day of the White Marlin Open and 335 boats went out to fish early this morning. The scales opened at 4 PM and we have been watching the webcam. The scales are crowded, I think in hopes of meeting Michael Jordan. By the way if you haven't seen the hundreds of pictures his plane yet, it is at the Salisbury airport. Killer paint…

First White Marlin Hits The Scales At The WMO

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

Nate Walker (angler) aboard the Chasin Tail, the first boat to the scales today, also caught and brought the first qualifying White Marlin to the scales just now. The fish was an overall length of 84 inches and weighed 74 pounds. At the moment this white is worth 1.4 million dollars. Last year a 75 pound Marlin took third place, so you never know.…

Fishbites Versus Bloodworms

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

(August 5, 2019) ... David Beebe, the owner of Lighthouse View Bait and Tackle, did a comparison of Bloodworms versus several flavors or formulas of Fishbites. There has been a shortage of both the last couple of weeks, due to everyone using them for bait, and the excellent fishing to boot. I asked Dave to tell us about his comparison. We…

White Marlin Open Scales Are Open Webcam Is Live

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

43rd Annual White Marlin Open from above at the scales ... Jason Duncan Get ready for it, there are boats heading to the scales soon. They have to wait at the bridge for it to open to allow them in. About 6:30 PM each night is when the high traffic time at the scales occur. Usually they seethe most fish on Mondays. The amount of…

Icehouse Bait And Tackle Is Moving

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

If you aren't following their Facebook page, Icehouse Bait And Tackle has to move. They are having issues with the landlord, rent being raised way too high, without any notice, and the parking lot is nearly unusable. Fed up with the issues, Captain Les says it is time to move. Icehouse Bait And Tackle has acquired a space in the old Bills…

Bluefishing Is On Point

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

The other night Jeff Purdy and the gang hit the inlet and wore out the bluefish. "The boys were having a blast reeling in fish after fish after fish. " ... Jeff Purdy "The next day went to the surf and they were killing it there with spot." Anthony Purdy and Ticen Willey banging up spot in the surf That action has been on fire for a…

White Marlin Open Scales Could Be Very Busy Today

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

The first day of the White Marlin Open, boats headed out of the OCMD inlet at 3 am this morning. Out of the 403 registered boats, there are 389 boats fishing today, that is a lot of boats out. The scales could be very busy. They will be a bit of a madhouse form people trying to catch a glimpse of Michael Jordan. Yes, he is here, he arrived the…

DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation Natural Resources Police seeks two Enforcement Trainees

Rich King Aug 5, 2019

Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environment Control Division of Parks & Recreation Natural Resources Police invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Enforcement Trainee. This is a law enforcement position with duties to include crime prevention and detection, public safety, enforcement of all Delaware criminal…

46th Annual White Marlin Open Starts 403 Boats and 6.1 Million Bucks

Rich King Aug 4, 2019

The 46th annual White Marlin Open starts Monday. The excitement this year has been Michael Jordan's boat, The Catch 23, entered into the WMO, and earlier this week arrived in OCMD. To a barrage of media speculation and social media flooded with photos. Now everyone wants to know if Michael Jordan will be here, yes, he flew in last…

Crazy Day At the Beaches With Motorcycles, Flying Whales, And That Storm

Rich King Aug 4, 2019

I have seen all kinds of vehicles on the beach, even a lot of the fat tire bicycles as well. The bicycles do just fine, they even air down a little. Today James Smith sent a photo to the DSF group page of this motorcycle, that is a first for me. This was just after the storm hit south of Cape Henlopen State Park. We watched it rock the south…

DNREC’s Mosquito Control Section announces first detection of Eastern Equine Encephalitis this year

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

Mosquito bite avoidance and precautions encouraged DOVER (Aug. 2, 2019) – Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), a potentially serious illness, has been detected in sentinel chickens monitored for mosquito-transmitted diseases in Delaware, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Mosquito Control Section announced today. The Delaware…

DNREC’s Fort Delaware State Park to host annual Civil War-era P.O.W. weekend August 10-11

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

DELAWARE CITY (July 19, 2019) – Fort Delaware State Park will host its annual prisoner-of-war (P.O.W.) living history beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, August 10 and 11. During this special weekend, Fort Delaware will come alive with re-enactors and historians dressed as they would have during the American Civil War. Visitors will…

Fort Delaware Introduces Escape Fort Delaware: The Disloyalty Files

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

DELAWARE CITY (August 2, 2019) – Fort Delaware State Park will host Escape Fort Delaware: The Disloyalty Files on September 14 and 28, 2019 from 4:30-7:00 p.m. Tickets may be purchased for $50.00 online or by phone by calling 877.987.2757. Escape Fort Delaware is a program during which participants receive a hands-on education of how they could…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 22-28

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

Reminder for the week: Avoid overloading your vessel by checking its capacity plate DOVER (Aug. 2, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural…

Join the Delaware State Parks Passport Program

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

DE STATE PARKS .. AUG 2 ... Have you heard of our Passport Program - the one that lets you earn an annual pass just for visiting 19 locations and sending us a picture? Before heading back to school, squeeze the last moments out of summer and discover the variety of locales in the state. Learn more "Plan your hike, beach day, or…

NOAA Okeanos Explorer Mid-Atlantic Deep-Sea Canyon Expedition

Rich King Aug 2, 2019

MARCO .... August 1, 2019 The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO) is excited about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) summer 2019 expedition aboard the Okeanos Explorer research vessel , in which Mid-Atlantic canyons and other deep sea habitat are being explored. During this expedition, NOAA and…

Cooler Water Weekend Is Coming

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

There is an upwelling happening and that will drop the temperature of the water this weekend. It is already dropping the temp a little along the beaches. When this happens more nutrients are in the water. Expect to see salps and those naked sea butterflies. Usually we see these critters when the water upwells. This process is also good…

OCMD Coast Guard Rescue Capsized Pontoon Boat In OC Inlet

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

This afternoon Guard OCMD, Maryland DNR Police and local emergency crews were called in for a capsized pontoon boat in the Ocean City Inlet. There were 15 passengers that were all safely recovered. That is a lot of people on a pontoon boat. I'll be the one to say it, glad everyone is okay. Who in their right mind takes a pontoon…

Governor Carney Signs Legislation to Ban Plastic Bags, Reduce Litter in Delaware

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

WILMINGTON, Del. – At the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary on Monday, Governor John Carney joined members of the General Assembly and environmental advocates to sign House Bill 130 and Senate Substitute 1 for Senate Bill 5, two pieces of legislation aimed at confronting litter in Delaware. Both new laws will help protect…

Paradise Bay Flounder Tournament 2019 Results.

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

Overall Winners of the Paradise Bay Flounder Tournament The Paradise Bay Flounder Tournament ended with the largest flounder they have seen in two years. The winning crew this year were also the winners of last year's Flounder Pounder.Jim Coffiey took the bay tourney this year with a twenty four and three quarter inch flounder weighing 6.1…

Millsboro Pond Expansion Underway

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

The boys are working in chest deep water and mud, probably mostly mud in that area. The construction crews are working on the Millsboro pond new boat ramp and parking lot extension located off route 30 at route 24. The parking lot will be increased in size, there will be a courtesy dock, and easier access. This has been long awaited and…

Editorial … Unsportsmanlike Conduct

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

Sue Sokira ... (August 2019) ... A few months ago I read a post on the North Carolina Beach Buggy Associations page from a lifelong member who was resigning his membership to the Club after watching several vehicles with club tags adorning their rides, go past him as he was temporarily restrained on a soft crossing. Not one vehicle stopped to…

Thirty One Days Away

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

August is is like Christmas Eve to me for fishing, the point opens soon. We just have to wait 31 days. I am just excited about the point opening! Been looking forward to it all summer, like every summer. This year however the fishing has been so much better that we haven't missed it as much. The pictures are from last year when Ron…

Water Temps And Tides Are On Point

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

Welcome to August! Point opens in 31 days!! This week we have been fishing the high tides in the morning and evening. It has been wonderful conditions with a bonus of great water temperatures. Even the daily air temperatures when near the water at the beach have been tolerable, inland not so much. Offshore sea surface temperatures are…

Evening At Prime Hook” Presents … Monitoring Fish In The Delaware Bay

Rich King Aug 1, 2019

Press Release from Prime Hook ... Jill McCall ... Michael Greco, DNREC Fisheries Scientist, will be the next guest speaker in Prime Hook’s “Evening at the Hook” lecture series. The program will be held at the Milton CHEER center at 7 PM on Tuesday August 13th. Greco, who is a team leader for the DE Bay trawl surveys, will explain how…

DNREC’s Natural Resource Police Park Rangers enforce surf-fishing regulations at Cape Henlopen State Park

Rich King Jul 31, 2019

CAPE HENLOPEN – In response to complaints that surf-fishers were not complying with state regulations, DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation Natural Resource Police Rangers performed a three-hour enforcement operation at Cape Henlopen State Park from Navy Beach to Gordon’s Pond on Sunday, July 28th. Delaware State Park Rangers on…

Maryland Fishing Report – July 31

Rich King Jul 31, 2019

MD DNR ... July 31, 2019 Jeff Wright (right) of Cambridge caught this 72.8-pound common dolphinfish off the coast of Ocean City .. photo MD DNR press release Jeff Wright was fishing off Ocean City recently when he caught this 72.8-pound bull (male) dolphin, a massive fish by any standards. Congratulations to Jeff, captain and crew…

DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit seeks public’s help in identifying suspect in connection with illegal dumping at Polly Drummond Hill Yard Waste Site

Rich King Jul 31, 2019

NEWARK (July 31, 2019) – Natural Resources Police Officers with DNREC's Environmental Crimes Unit are seeking the public’s help in identifying the driver of the red Toyota Tacoma pickup truck pictured above who was twice seen on surveillance cameras Sunday, July 28 illegally dumping solid waste at DNREC’s Polly Drummond Hill Road Yard Waste Site…

DNREC’s tick monitoring program confirms finding Asian longhorned tick for the first time in Delaware in northern New Castle County

Rich King Jul 31, 2019

DOVER (July 31, 2019)– The Asian longhorned tick has been found for the first time in Delaware, DNREC’s new tick surveillance program within the Division of Fish & Wildlife’s Mosquito Control Section announced today. This tick is a known or suspected vector of various pathogens or diseases affecting humans, wildlife, and livestock in other…

Carry In Carry Out This isn’t How That Works

Rich King Jul 31, 2019

Summertime the beach trash switches up a little from the winter trash. We find more cigarette butts in the summer than the winter. Because more people are on the beach smoking. Gull tearing up a trash bag at IRI this will be all over the place in no time We still find a lot of the regular trash that washes onto the beaches,…

July Ends With The Black Moon

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

Not to be outdone by the full blue moon, which is two full moons in the same month. Tomorrow night is the second new moon for July, the first new moon was on the second of July. The Black Moon as it has been dubbed by social media. I ti snot a name that is popular in the astronomy community at all, even amateur astronomers. Every…

Cambridge Angler Reels in Record Mahi Mahi near Ocean City

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

MD DNR .... July 30, 2019 Catch Tops Maryland Record Held Since 1985 Jeff Wright of Cambridge has broken a 34-year-old Maryland state fishing record in the Atlantic Division for a common dolphinfish, or mahi mahi. Wright caught the 72.8-pound fish off the coast of Ocean City. Wright was aboard a boat above Poor Man’s Canyon practicing…

Parks’ Car Trap Is Working

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

The red signs at the beach drive on accesses seem to be working. We are still seeing cars on the beach, but not as many this year, or so it seems. New Warning sign at Faithful Steward Crossing Conquest beach has a sign, but it is at the curve of the access. Cars have to make it that far to see the sign. Fortunately for the cars,…

Got Mullet?

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

Mullet are more and more active around the inland bays. There are large schools moving around. Time to dust off the cast nets and hit the flats. Look in the back bay areas, Masseys ditch, and the flats especially. Get your DS Custom Tackle Modified Mullet Rigs, the holder hook keeps you from feeding so many fish and hooking up more. Lose…

Delaware Fishing Report July 30th

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

Glad the heat wave is over. The fish probably are too but they can move to cooler waters, all we can do is go sit in the air conditioning. The water temperatures are leveling off after the heat wave. The tides are perfect this week, morning and evening high tides. My favorite times to fish. Catch the incoming tide early in the…

OC Reef Report July 30th

Rich King Jul 30, 2019

The OC Reef Foundation drops cinder blocks every time the Morning Star heads out on a trip. They have created a massive amount of fish-able bottom off the Ocean City Maryland coastline. Captain Monty Hawkins puts out a report we like to pass along to you all. Greetings All, We are fortunate beyond belief to have Nick Caloyianis and Clarita…

The Murderkill River Claims A Bowers Beach Icon

Rich King Jul 29, 2019

Earlier today Frenchies, the structure next to the coast guard station at Bowers Beach dropped into the Murderkill River. The weight of the building collapsed the pylons and Frenchies fell into the water. Frenchies in Bowers Beach leaning into the water of the Murderkill River Frenchies is an icon of not only Bowers Beach but…

Star Tracker App Easy Way To Find Meteor Showers

Rich King Jul 29, 2019

Star Tracker is the app I use for tracking all kinds of celestial objects. There are several out there they all work relatively the same. This is the best free one I have found. You can pay for more features. Everything you would want to find or track n the night sky aside from satellites. Use the app to find the location of the radiant.…

Living Shoreline at Sassafras Landing Completed!

Rich King Jul 29, 2019

Frankford, DE - A living shoreline project near the boat ramp at Sassafras Landing, in the Assawoman Wildlife Area has been completed. The living shoreline at Sassafras Landing will serve as one of the Center for the Inland Bays living shoreline demonstration sites. These projects showcase a variety of living shoreline techniques, enhance wetland…

The southern Delta Aquarids and the Alpha Capricornids Peak Tonight

Rich King Jul 29, 2019

Viewing map for the meteor showers tonight Many have already seen some of the precursors of tonight's show. There have been few fireballs or earth-grazers this week. The rates for the showers right now are about one meteor per hour. Just go out and look up after midnight (or even dark) and you will see an occasional meteor. All…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 6 results

Rich King Jul 27, 2019

Well it was a productive day in the surf once again, for small fish. The usual summer fair, but a few people made the board. Many did not. Do we need to move these to Sunday when the fish get bigger? Billy Elborn's Kingfish Surf fishing is better on the southern beaches it seems. The last few days the fish from Conquest area…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 6 card

Rich King Jul 27, 2019

The card for your pictures tomorrow is the seven of spades. Lines in 7 AM to 7 PM. Keep a spoon, Deadly Dick, or Stingsilver handy. Some of the schools of fish passing the beaches have mackerel on them. Cast for fish, drown bait. How you fish is up to you and you have a nice 12 hour window to rack up some points. Most of all have fun!!…

Bakers Channel Update .. Still Pushing Boats

Rich King Jul 26, 2019

If you are using Bakers channel at low tide on the Rehoboth Bay side entrance, expect to get stuck. There is a very small area that is deeper than the rest of the shoaled in area. You can see it in one of the pictures. You can see the water is a little more than knee deep for the boater standing next to his boat in Bakers Channel …

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: July 15-21

Rich King Jul 26, 2019

Reminder for the week: Boaters, jet ski operators should wear engine shut off safety lanyard DOVER (July 26, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife…

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