Yearly Archives

2020

2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016

Take A Short Aerial Tour Of Delmarva’s Coast

Rich King Mar 29, 2020

ByCody Croswell ... While sitting here, like the rest of you in quarantine, thinking of all the things that we would normally do this time of year and can’t. I had an idea. Even though taking my drone and flying around Delmarva is definitely something I do solo, it is definitely something that I don’t do during rainy weather. So, I started going…

Take An Aerial Tour of The C & D Canal’s Bridges in Delaware

Rich King Mar 28, 2020

By Cody Croswell ... I have spent life all of my life on the Eastern Shore. Born in southern Delaware, I know Sussex like the back of my hand, but I haven’t spent much time in Kent and hardly any time in New Castle. My current career however has my travels north occurring much more frequently than before. If you didn’t know it (and why would you…

Assateague Island Is Closed

Rich King Mar 28, 2020

Maryland closed all their state parks today. The National Park Service followed shortly after by closing Assateague Island National Seashore. Things are changing daily around our area. It is a shame, but for everyone's safety it is necessary. Same situation in Delaware, everyone is upset, because surf fishermen can social distance like no…

Horseshoe Crabs Can Social Distance Why Can’t You?

Rich King Mar 28, 2020

Horseshoe crabs have survived for over 250 million years for a reason If you haven't seen all the crazy online shenanigans, then don't and get outside. Everyone is emotional and rightfully so. The biggest issue is social distancing, or social Fishstancing. Just stay away from each other. Six feet is recommended. Don't put ten of your…

Local Delaware Seafood Suppliers Public List

Rich King Mar 27, 2020

You can buy local fish, shellfish and bait from local watermen Delaware Sea Grant has compiled a list of local waterman and aquaculture farmers, the public can contact them to buy direct. The seafood industry took a huge hit before we even saw the effects of corona-virus in Delaware. Not only food sources of fish and shellfish, but…

DNREC Wants You To Prctice Social FishStancing While Trout Fishing

Rich King Mar 27, 2020

Enjoy trout season while maintaining a safe distance from other anglers and fishing less-crowded areas Downstate ponds open; upstate streams opening early for anglers next week DOVER, Del. – Take advantage of the early opening of the upstate trout season for adult anglers on Tuesday, March 31 to help minimize crowds and accommodate…

Time For Social “FishStancing” The Spring Striped Bass Run Has Sprung

Rich King Mar 27, 2020

Social Fishstancing is when you go outside and fish by yourself or in a small group that is keeping six feet apart from one another. You can do this easily. I isn't rocket science and the air isn't poisonous. Just when things couldn't make ya feel any worse about fishing. The striped bass are running and it hard to find spots to fish…

Assateague Island National Seashore Is Open

Rich King Mar 26, 2020

Assateague Island National Seashore Is Open It Was A Beautiful Day We rode to Assateague Island today, I knew it was open, and I needed to stretch my legs. Not to mention check my sanity and wet a line. We have been social distancing for weeks. Avoiding people, friends, and family. It has been hard on everyone. Anyone else have a…

TP Was Blitzing The Beach Today

Rich King Mar 26, 2020

TP Was Blitzing The Beach Today We Chased It Down To The Virginia Line We took a trip today to find Toilet Paper, a rare commodity in these here parts of Sussex county. When we got the call .. "Dude there is a herd of Charmin two ply, they are running the beaches at Assateague! They just spooked the ponies. You need to get down here!" We…

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will conduct limited trout stocking

Rich King Mar 26, 2020

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources will conduct limited trout stocking throughout Maryland this week in an effort to create capacity and alleviate overcrowding at state fish hatcheries, and also provide opportunity for recreational anglers. Following Gov. Larry Hogan’s executive orders to limit spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, state…

Maryland Fishing Report – March 25

Rich King Mar 25, 2020

Maryland Department of Natural Resources has made adjustments to protect the health and safety of state employees, the public, and the angling community. But that doesn’t mean you can’t go fishing March 25, 2020 .. A lot of people find themselves with extra time on their hands. We encourage anglers to take advantage of the incredible fishing…

Where Can I get Bait?

Rich King Mar 25, 2020

The question of the week has been, where can I get bait in Delaware? Unfortunately bait shops are nonessential businesses. Which is harsh for us looking for bait and trying to fish and social distance. However there are a few shops open as they are allowed based on their NAICS code. That code designates how a business is listed,…

Delaware Commercial Fisheries and Farmers Face an Uncertain Future in light of the Coronavirus

Rich King Mar 25, 2020

One of the first effects we saw from coronavirus that few knew about or payed attention to were the regional and state impacts to our fisheries, including commercial fishermen, as well as our shellfish farmers. With the restaurant and seafood market closures came a drastic decline in demand for seafood, particularly local, fresh caught or grown…

Maryland 2020 Recreational Cobia Fishery Limits Are Set

Rich King Mar 24, 2020

The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces the season, catchlimit, and minimum size for the recreational cobia fishery for 2020. This notice supersedes all notices effective prior to April 1, 2020 affecting the recreational cobia fishery.Effective 12:01 a.m. April 1, 2020: 1. The season is open June 1 through…

Online Permitting is Working For Fishing Licenses

Rich King Mar 24, 2020

Online Permitting is Working For Fishing Licenses I just Bought Mine You can purchase you fishing license online in the new epermitting section of DNREC's website. You have to sign up for a permitting account it is simple and requires your social security number which is normal. Don't freak out. Once you have an account you can track all of…

Firefly Is Canceled

Rich King Mar 24, 2020

Firefly Is Canceled What You Need To Know for Refunds Firefly Is Canceled

DNREC Says … Get outside, but protect yourself

Rich King Mar 24, 2020

Get outside, but protect yourself DNREC offers tips to enjoy outdoors safely during the coronavirus period DOVER, Del. – With entrance fees to Delaware State Parks and state wildlife areas currently waived, Delawareans are getting outside to stay active and healthy. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control offers…

DELAWARE EXTENDS PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURN FILING DEADLINE TO JULY 15, 2020

Rich King Mar 23, 2020

DELAWARE EXTENDS PERSONAL INCOME TAX RETURN FILING DEADLINE TO JULY 15, 2020 State Continues Processing Returns - Taxpayers Urged to File Statewide, DE (March 23, 2020) - The Delaware Division of Revenue (DOR) today announced the deadline for taxpayers to file their 2019 Delaware personal income tax returns has been extended to July 15,…

DNREC campgrounds and playgrounds to close March 24

Rich King Mar 23, 2020

Camping reservations through May 15 canceled due to COVID-19 DOVER, Del. – As part of precautions against the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control will close its Delaware State Park campgrounds and playgrounds Tuesday, March 24, and cancel campground reservations scheduled through May…

Fishing Is Allowed During The Stay At Home Order

Rich King Mar 23, 2020

We are allowed to go fishing in Delaware during the stay at home order. Is anyone confused yet? I know this has been tough on everyone. I have been emailing the administration in Dover over a number of questions and concerns the last thirty six hours. I stopped counting the number of messages people sent and are sending yesterday,…

Mayor Kuhns announces order to close all non-essential businesses amid COVID-19 pandemic

Rich King Mar 23, 2020

Mayor Kuhns announces order to close all non-essential businesses amid COVID-19 pandemic REHOBOTH BEACH, DE (March 23, 2020) – Today, by Proclamation of a Civil Emergency as granted under Sections 22-3 and 22-5 of the Municipal Code of the City of Rehoboth Beach, Mayor Paul Kuhns is proclaiming a civil emergency concerning the COVID-19 pandemic…

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Licensing Centers Closed

Rich King Mar 23, 2020

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Licensing Centers Closed In order to protect public health and safety and to limit the spread of the COVID-19 virus, all Maryland Department of Natural Resources Licensing and Registration Centers are now closed under the current State of Emergency. Governor Larry Hogan has issued an executive order…

May The Fish Be With You Is Postponed

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

Due to the parks closing until May 15th, we have to postpone the May The Fish Be With You surf fishing tournament. The new date is on May 30th. If anyone would like to be reimbursed due to scheduling conflicts, just let us know. Everything is still the same, you can sign up online. I will have more details as we get closer to May.…

Governor Carney Issues Stay-at-Home Order for Delawareans

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

Governor orders non-essential businesses to close at 8 a.m. Tuesday morning WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Sunday issued the fourth and fifth modifications to his State of Emergency declaration, ordering Delawareans to stay at home whenever possible and closing all non-essential businesses in Delaware to help fight the spread of…

Modified upstate stream trout season to open in New Castle County streams

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

Anglers encouraged to practice responsible social distancing; trout streams closed March 21 until opening DOVER, Del. –The opening day for Delaware’s spring 2020 upstate stream trout season has been changed to minimize crowds and accommodate responsible outdoor recreation during the current coronavirus (COVID-19) period. Trout season will open…

Ocean City Closes Beach and Boardwalk

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

Beach and Boardwalk Closed, Mayor & City Council Urge Visitors to Stay Home Ocean City, Maryland – (March 22, 2020): As confirmed cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) increase throughout the State of Maryland, and in Worcester County, the Mayor and City Council continue to encourage visitors to stay safe and stay home. Policy leaders met today,…

The Best Fishing Couple Moved Back To Dewey Beach

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

Yesterday on my way for my last visit to the drive on beaches until May 15th. I spotted my favorite fishing couple. They were hanging out doing a little upkeep on their summer home, the osprey nesting platform. Good to see the osprey pair back in Dewey Beach right next to route 1. This nest is often visited by other birds, the bald eagles…

Open Areas Anglers Can Fish In Delaware

Rich King Mar 22, 2020

If you have been smart about self isolation I would get out and fish a little. Not only for fresh air, and you sanity, but for some people they need food. A fishing rod is a good way to measure social distancing. Bring hand sanitizer with you everywhere, and take gloves. Some bait shops are open, call ahead. I know Dan's Bait and Tackle is…

Surf Fishing Fever

Rich King Mar 21, 2020

Sometimes doing the right thing isn't doing what you want to do, but what needs to be done. (March 2020) ... I want to start out this story going back almost 2 weeks ago ....in PA...When life was still normal. I am not sure what made me have an uneasy feeling...the news ... the stock market....but I felt it was time to maybe stock up on a…

All Beaches Closed Means All Beaches, Boat Ramps Open

Rich King Mar 21, 2020

I have been asked a myriad of questions. So far this is all I have ... All beaches means ALL beaches. Governor Carney .. "This order is directed towards all private and public beaches (both coastal and inland, like Pott nets/back side of Rehoboth Bay in dewey, etc.)." That includes inland bay beaches and sand bars for you boaters. Neither…

Delaware State Park Beaches Are Closed Some Fishing Areas Open

Rich King Mar 21, 2020

Due to the Governor Carney's new Emergency orders the Delaware State Park's beaches are now closed to walk on and drive on users. We are not allowed to drive on and surf fish the beaches. I know that is disappointing to everyone. Fishing is not totally closed there are open areas, please practice social distancing. The Indian…

Governor Carney Closes All Delaware State Beaches

Rich King Mar 21, 2020

Governor Carney Issues Third Update to State of Emergency Delaware beaches closed to help slow spread of coronavirus REHOBOTH, Del. – Governor John Carney on Saturday issued a third modification to his emergency declaration. The new orders close Delaware beaches to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The public is prohibited…

Summer In March,Porsche On The Beach, Driving In Dunes, Overcrowded Beach Towns, During A State Of Emergency

Rich King Mar 21, 2020

You couldn't tell yesterday Delaware is under a state of emergency. The parks in Delaware are free, the town beaches are wide open. Once we had a summer like day, the masses descended on the beaches, on a Friday no less. The governor even visited the beaches. The only beaches that weren't crowded and looked normal this time of year were…

easy Speak Spirits Hand Sanitizer

Rich King Mar 20, 2020

Leave it to Zach and Marissa at easy Speak Spirits to come up with a great idea when their community is in need. About two weeks ago they started making hand sanitizer, and not originally for the community's need, but their own. "When Zacks dad was in the hospital he asked us to bring hand sanitizer, we stopped at every store and couldn’t…

Governor Carney Announces Statewide COVID-19 Testing Plan

Rich King Mar 20, 2020

Governor Carney Announces Statewide COVID-19 Testing Plan Friday, March 20: Governor Carney announced a coordinated statewide plan to ensure individuals with symptoms consistent with coronavirus have access to safe and efficient testing in Delaware. Tests will be administered at no cost to the patients. The plan is a collaborative effort…

UPDATE on DNREC operations in response to COVID-19

Rich King Mar 20, 2020

Events, including private rentals, canceled through May 15; One-day cleaning period implemented between rentals of State Park cabins and cottages DOVER, Del. – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control continues to focus on taking a proactive and preventative approach to keep communities and employees safe in the midst of…

The Delmarva Outdoors Expo Has Been Postponed Until Fall

Rich King Mar 20, 2020

Due to Delaware's state of emergency for the coronavirus and following restricted gathering guidelines. The Delmarva Outdoors Expo, sponsored by Mountaire Farms, has been postponed until fall. The new date is September 18th to the 20th. There will be no changes to the venue at the state fairgrounds in Harrington, Delaware. Darrell…

Now Is Not the Time to Visit Ocean City Says Town Mayor

Rich King Mar 19, 2020

“Now Is Not the Time to Visit Ocean City” Cautions Mayor Rick Meehan Ocean City, Maryland – (March 19, 2020): As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to change on a minute-by-minute basis, Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan and the City Council are urging citizens to stay home, be responsible and avoid crowds. State of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan…

Maryland Fishing Report – March 18

Rich King Mar 19, 2020

March 18, 2020 Maryland Fishing Report We face extraordinary times and everyone must make decisions regarding the safety of ourselves and those we love. Given Maryland’s current State of Emergency, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources has made adjustments as well. After careful consideration, the department decided to suspend spring…

DNREC Will Stock Trout Ponds Today

Rich King Mar 19, 2020

DNREC (March 3, 2020) ... Hello Trout Anglers. Yes, we are stocking Tidbury and Newton Ponds this afternoon. We ask you all to be respectful and practice social distancing while enjoying your time trout fishing. Please don't crowd each other.Information regarding New Castle County streams and that season will be released soon.Please know that we…

The Pole People Are Prepared

Rich King Mar 19, 2020

The Pole People, as they have become known locally, were preparing for some social distancing. They are all geared up to protect their neighbors and passersby. I had to stop and say hello on my way to social distance on a deserted beach. You can still go out and about easily enough and avoid contacting people. The Pole People ready for…

Governor Carney Announces HELP Program to Support Delaware Small Businesses

Rich King Mar 18, 2020

Governor Carney Announces HELP Program to Support Delaware Small Businesses-- Hospitality businesses, workers will be eligible for immediate financial assistance Governor John Carney today announced the Hospitality Emergency Loan Program (HELP) to provide financial relief for restaurants, bars and other hospitality industry businesses that…

Sussex County School Districts Free Meal List For Students

Rich King Mar 18, 2020

Sussex County School Districts Are Providing Free Meals For Students Cape and Indian River School districts are providing meals for students. There is a list below Indian River posted on Facebook and a chart for Cape. Indian River has pick up locations. Cape is using school buses for delivery and they have pick up locations. …

The 3Rs Bait Thief Is On The Prowl

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

Be wary there is a thief in Delaware Seashore State Park on 3Rs. If you haven't been to 3Rs in a while, there is a bait thief running about. He is small, sneaky and adorable, even for an invasive species. This red fox creeped up on us this evening. I have seen him before on occasion in the winter, but he has gotten bolder. He has a…

First Positive Coronavirus Case In Sussex County

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

DOVER (March 17, 2020) - The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing eight additional positive cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) bringing the statewide total to 16. Seven of the eight individuals are New Castle County residents, and one is the first reported case in Sussex County. Four of these individuals are males, and…

DNREC announces changes to operations in response to COVID-19

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

DNREC announces changes to operations in response to COVID-19 Parks, wildlife areas open with no entrance fees until April 30,but park and wildlife buildings, centers closed to public; Fishing, hunting,boating licenses, park and conservation passes sales moved online DOVER, Del. – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control…

Delaware Department of Labor expands unemployment benefits to workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

DE DOL NEWS: The Delaware Department of Labor expands unemployment benefits to workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic In accordance with the Governor's amended State of Emergency declaration, the Honorable Cerron Cade, Secretary of Labor for the State of Delaware has issued new guidelines to enhance the flexibility of Delaware's…

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks Park offices and nature centers will close after the end of the day today, Tuesday, March 17. State Park programs and tours are canceled. State parks are open, and no entrance fees will be charged from now until April 30. All state park campsites, cabins, bathhouses, and cottages continue to…

Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council April 2020 Council Meeting

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

April 2020 Council Meeting Will Be Conducted By Webinar Only Due to public health concerns related to the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council’s April meeting will be conducted by webinar only. This webinar-based meeting replaces the in-person meeting previously scheduled to be held in Galloway, New…

Great Links To Occupy Your Kids While They Are Off School

Rich King Mar 17, 2020

Besides sending them out to the yard or even a day at the beach. The kids are going to get bored fast. These are links a home schooler friend sent us. This is a great way to help occupy your kid's time and let them learn while doing so. No reason to not educate your kids while they are stuck at home and maybe it will help occupy their…

Maryland’s Changes for the Atlantic Coast Recreational and Charter Boat Striped Bass Fishery

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

Changes for the Atlantic Coast Recreational and Charter Boat Striped Bass Fishery Effective April 1, 2020 WHAT THIS NOTICE DOES The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces changes to the recreational striped bass size and catch limits for the Atlantic Ocean, its coastal bays and their tributaries. This notice…

Surf Fishing, The Original Social Distancing

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

I'm still going fishing, because I can, I want to Social Distance, and it is mostly a solo activity. We all learned a new phrase this week, social distancing. Many of us already do that daily, when we go fishing. You don't call fifty of your buddies or even ten to go surf fishing. Ten friends might show up near you by the day's end. But…

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks All state parks, trails, bathrooms, campgrounds, park offices, and nature centers remain open during normal operating hours at this time; however, all state parks events and programs have been indefinitely postponed from now through March 31. We will issue regular updates to…

First Modification of the Declaration of a State of Emergency for the State of Delaware due to a Public Health Threat

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

State of DelawareExecutive DepartmentDoverFIRST MODIFICATION OF THE DECLARATION OFA STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR THESTATE OF DELAWARE DUE TO A PUBLIC HEALTH THREAT WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has determined that a novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) presents a serious public health threat; andWHEREAS, on March 12, 2020 at 3:00…

Maryland Extends Grace Period for Fishing License Holders

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

Grace Period Extended to Maryland License Holders Governor Hogan has issued an executive order related to licenses, permits, registrations, and other authorizations that may be expiring or up for renewal during the state of emergency. The executive order immediately grants a grace period of 30 days after the date of termination of the state of…

Maryland Suspends Spring Trout Stocking

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

Due to the Corona-virus emergency actions spring trout stocking is suspended in Maryland Trout Stocking Following Governor Larry Hogan’s emergency actions to protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services is temporarily halting spring trout stocking effective…

March Madness Sale On DS Custom Tackle

Rich King Mar 16, 2020

DS Custom Tackle is having a sale! Get DSF gear too! DS custom tackle is having a 20% off of specially marked products, until the end of the month of March. Get your gear now, save, and get ready for the coming season. Check out their killer deals. DSF's large flags are on sale too! "Supplies are unlimited due to our efforts building…

DSF Beach Clean Ups Canceled Until Further Notice

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

DSF Beach Cleanups Canceled Until Further Notice I am canceling all DSF Sunday beach clean ups until further notice. I do not want to bring people out anymore than they should be out and about. Everyone should work on less contact with the "public" as much as possible at this point and time. As soon as we feel things have calmed…

Governor Carney Directs Two-Week Closure of Delaware Public Schools

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

State to close schools March 16 through 27 to prepare for potential spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Friday directed all Delaware public schools close from March 16-27, to allow schools to prepare for potential spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). The following is an excerpt from a letter Governor…

Dover Man Shoots Towards Hunters While Poaching

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

Dover man arrested on poaching and criminal charges DOVER, Del. – A Dover man was arrested March 3 on multiple poaching and criminal charges following an investigation by DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police. On Feb. 15, a Fish & Wildlife officer responded to a complaint near Smyrna regarding a shot fired from a pickup…

Mosquito control spraying to start in spring woodland pools

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

Mosquito control spraying to start in spring woodland pools DOVER, Del.– The Mosquito Control Section within DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife this weekend will launch its annual campaign to protect Delawareans and First State visitors from biting mosquitoes. The Mosquito Control Section’s first “Fight the Bite” mission for 2020 is the…

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

COVID-19 Update from Delaware State Parks At this time all state parks, park offices, and education centers remain open during normal operating hours. However, events and programs, regardless of attendance numbers, may be postponed or canceled. For specific program cancelation information, check the individual park's Facebook page. As public…

DNREC’s Annual Beach Grass Planting Postponed

Rich King Mar 13, 2020

DNREC postpones public events DOVER, Del. – As public health officials continue to monitor and respond to the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is focused on taking a proactive and preventative approach to keep communities safe. Governor John Carney has issued a …

Governor Carney Declares State of Emergency to Prepare for Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Rich King Mar 12, 2020

Governor Carney Declares State of Emergency to Prepare for Spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) WILMINGTON, Del. – Governor John Carney on Thursday issued a State of Emergency declaration to prepare for the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The State of Emergency directs the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and the Delaware Department of…

Ocean City Cancels St Patrick’s Day Parade

Rich King Mar 12, 2020

(March 12, 2020) ... After lengthy discussion and careful deliberation, the Delmarva Irish American Club (DIAC) has decided to cancel this weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Ocean City. This decision was made with the safety and well-being of our club members, residents, visitors and parade-goers in mind. While this news is greatly…

Delaware Fishing Report

Rich King Mar 12, 2020

Delaware Fishing Report March 11 (March 11, 2020) ... This time of year we can't tell if we are going to just slide through into spring, or get a little more winter, also known as Sprinter. So far it is looking good for a full slide into the warm days of spring. If you asked Mother Nature she would say she has already gotten…

Maryland Fishing Report

Rich King Mar 12, 2020

Maryland Fishing Report – March 11 (March 11, 2020) ... The signs of spring are everywhere and the warm sunny weather has families outside, enjoying the outdoors together. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is busy stocking local waters with trout and all are preparing for the grand event — the traditional opening day of trout season…

ASMFC 2020 Spring Meeting Preliminary Agenda and Public Comment Guidelines

Rich King Mar 12, 2020

(March 11, 2020) ... lease find attached and below the preliminary agenda and public comment guidelines for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s 2020 Spring Meeting, May 4-7, 2020, in Arlington, VA. The agenda is also available at http://www.asmfc.org/home/2020-spring-meeting. Included in the attachment are the travel authorization…

2020 Delaware Fishing Guide available now

Rich King Mar 11, 2020

2020 Delaware Fishing Guide available now OVER, Del. – Anglers eager to learn what fish are available to catch within or offshore Delaware, including size and quantity possession limits, will welcome the 2020 Delaware Fishing Guide. The new fishing guide is free from DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife online, at licensing agents statewide,…

DPH ANNOUNCES FIRST PRESUMPTIVE POSITIVE CASE OF CORONAVIRUS IN DELAWARE RESIDENT

Rich King Mar 11, 2020

DPH ANNOUNCES FIRST PRESUMPTIVE POSITIVE CASE OF CORONAVIRUS IN DELAWARE RESIDENT DOVER (March 11, 2020) - The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is announcing confirmation of the state's first presumptive positive case of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The case involves a New Castle County man over the age of 50 who is associated…

Birds Find More Than Just Fish

Rich King Mar 9, 2020

Follow the birds to catch fish, but what about finding bait? (March 9, 2020) ... It hit seventy degrees today, no way I was staying indoors and working. I told the boss to get bent, then went to the beach. The fact I am the boss makes it a little awkward. Some days you just have to put down the regular work and take a break. In my…

Crab Pots Are Ready But Are The Crabs

Rich King Mar 9, 2020

Crab pot season in the State of Delaware started March first Crabbing with pots starts March first in Delaware. The water temperatures are never that warm for any crabs to emerge from their dormant state. When the water drops below fifty degrees crabs dig into the bottom to wait for warmer water. Blue Claw crab found on the beach…

Bomb Cyclone Drops Some Bomb Waves

Rich King Mar 9, 2020

(March 2020) ... Before anyone gets excited. this already happened. A Bomb cyclone is a meteorological term that was coined in the late fifties and came into the mainstream in the eighties. Also known as bombogenesis. Only recently, thanks to the sensationalizing of everything by the media fueled by social media, has it been pushed into…

Tonight’s Full Worm Moon Is In Perigee

Rich King Mar 9, 2020

Tonight is the full worm moon and it is a super moon, or in perigee. The march full moon is known as the Worm moon to many Native American tribes. It is the time of year the snow melts, the ground gets softer, and earthworms start to emerge from the ground. There are other names based on other signs of spring. The Crow Moon for the…

The Best Eye-talian Hero In Sussex County

Rich King Mar 7, 2020

Long Neck has a new Deli and it is on point with the Italian Hero and other specialties. I really dig a good sub, correction a Hero. From the choice of bread to the combination of meats, cheeses, and ingredients. There are many sub places around the area and they all have their specialty. For me the best Italian Hero (sub)…

Web Cams Show Bomb Cyclone Conditions and Coastal Flooding

Rich King Mar 7, 2020

We are just coming out of High tide and the beaches are fairing well use these web cams to check conditions. (March 7, 2020 ... 7:45 AM) ... Inland the conditions don't seem so bad, but offshore storm surge never does. The beaches were flooded to the dune line in most areas earlier this morning. You can use the area web cams to check…

There Is A Bomb Off The East Coast

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

Coastal Flood Advisory a Beach-eater ... A bomb cyclone is ripping up big waves way off our coast, big waves start about 4 AM to 10 AM, possible 7 to 9 feet. March 6, 2020) ... Hold on to your surf boards and get the wax out. The surfers could be in for some seriously sick waves tomorrow and a beach-eater. We also have a Coastal Flood…

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 24 – March 1

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 24 - March 1 Weekly reminder: DU Greenwing Conservation Festival set for April 4 DOVER, Del. – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources, promote boating safety, and protect the public through outreach, education and law…

They’re Coming

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

It’s that time of year, again. They show up right around St Patrick’s day and stay all summer. No, not the tourists, the Osprey. The western osprey (Pandion haliaetus carolinensis), is a large fishing raptor most often seen in Delaware’s inland bays building nests on man-made platforms. Usually taking bunker, mullet, and bluefish, many anglers…

UV or not UV?

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

UV or not UV? Ted Proseus Ocean Arsenal Ultraviolet light (UV) deserves the bad rap it gets with dermatologists. Invisible to humans, UV light with wavelengths below about 380 nanometers (1nm = 1 billionth of a meter) carries enough energy to damage unprotected structures such as the DNA in living things. In addition to the visible light we…

Indian Mission Road (long Neck Road) to Close for Crossroad Pipe Replacement

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

A portion of Indian Mission Road (SR-5) Closed for Crossroad Pipe Replacement DelDOT announces to motorists that a portion of Indian Mission Road will be closed for the removal and replacement of a crossroad pipe. In addition, an additional pipe will be installed to accommodate future flooding in this area. Where: Indian Mission Road (SR-5)…

Four-way Stop at Gravel Hill Road & Sand Hill Road Being Installed

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

Four-way Stop at Gravel Hill Road & Sand Hill Road Being Installed Monday, March 9, 2020 The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is converting the intersection of Route 30/Gravel Hill Road and Sand Hill Road to an all-way stop. New stop signs, warning signs, "Stop Ahead" pavement markings, and flashing beacons will be installed…

Future Cormorant Control is now open for “Public Scoping”

Rich King Mar 6, 2020

Future Cormorant Control is now open for "Public Scoping" public comments are open until March 9th. US Fish and Wildlife Service (March 6, 2020) ... Double-crested cormorants, Phalcrocorax auritus, qualify for protection under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. The Migratory Bird Treaty Act makes it illegal for anyone to take, possess, import,…

Maryland Fishing Report

Rich King Mar 5, 2020

Maryland Fishing Report – March 4 March 4, 2020 ... There are many different signs of spring that we notice — for some, it might be the first blooming daffodil or spotting the first osprey. One of the most popular harbingers of spring in Maryland for anglers is the much anticipated yellow perch spawning runs that occur in many of the Chesapeake…

Angler Catches A Coral Head In The Indian River Inlet

Rich King Mar 5, 2020

Coral Heads Growing In The Indian River Inlet I have been cleaning up old external hard drives, looking at pictures taken a decade ago. Needless to say I have tens of thousands of pictures from the past ten years. I forgot all about these coral pictures. About six or seven years ago I dropped by the Indian River Inlet and was talking to a…

Masseys Landing Upgrades

Rich King Mar 5, 2020

Masseys Landing Fishing Pier received a little face lift and soon the bulkhead and sidewalk will be fixed. (March 5, 2020) ... The fishing pier at Massey's Landing was recently fixed up with a new railing. The old one was replaced several weeks ago. It looks great, and soon will most likely have some of the familiar notches in it to…

Herring Point Drive On Access Upgraded

Rich King Mar 5, 2020

DNREC crews have been working on some of the dune crossings and drive on crossings over the winter. (March 5, 2020) ... Not long ago parks fixed the road for Herring Point's drive on beach access. It is much "taller", filled to make it a smoother ride and not so steep. This will also help with the erosion. The hard pack makes the…

Bluefish Allocation and Rebuilding Amendment Scoping Webinar

Rich King Mar 4, 2020

The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will hold a final scoping hearing via webinar tonight, March 4, at 6:00 p.m., to gather public input for the Bluefish Allocation and Rebuilding Amendment. Please note that an incorrect telephone number for audio-only access was previously distributed. The correct information is listed below. Webinar…

New Chesapeake Division Maryland State Record Longnose Gar

Rich King Mar 4, 2020

Dorchester County Angler Catches Record Longnose Gar Prehistoric Fish Tips Scales at 18.3 Pounds March, 4 2020 ... A Hurlock fisherman is the new Maryland state Chesapeake Division record holder for longnose gar, with a catch that weighed 18.3 pounds. Samson Matthews, 22, was fishing for blue catfish with a friend March 2 near El…

The Kalmar Nyckel Will Not Return To Lewes In 2020

Rich King Mar 3, 2020

Last year we didn’t get to see the Kalmar Nyckel, Delaware's Tall Ship. She is a common site when we are fishing the point after it opens in September. Usually every year in August the Kalmar Nyckel comes to Lewes and offers tours sailing around the area. Last year and the year before she didn’t visit. Due to the finger pier dock at the Lewes…

Delaware Climate Change Workshops Seek Public Input

Rich King Mar 3, 2020

As public process begins to create plan for climate change, survey shows majority of Delawareans say it is time to act DOVER, Del. – With public input sessions beginning this week to create Delaware’s plan to mitigate, adapt and respond to climate change, most Delawareans believe climate change and sea level rise are happening, and a majority…

Stay Off The Herring Point Bunker

Rich King Mar 3, 2020

There are areas in Cape Henlopen State Park closed for your safety The other day a few friends were photographing the sunrise like they do every morning. When they looked over at the bunker at Herring Point, and noticed there was some guy standing on top of it. "Excuse me sir you aren't supposed to be up there it is closed for a…

Links To Look Up Atlantic Coast And Bay Water Temperatures

Rich King Mar 2, 2020

There are several ways to check the water temperatures for Delaware and the surrounding waters coast wide. We use apps for just about everything when it comes to information. Sometimes it is just as easy to go to the source, but it helps if you know where to view that source. All of our apps pull real time information from satellites,…

Records Pond dam and fishing piers closing March 2

Rich King Mar 2, 2020

Records Pond dam and fishing piers closing March 2Closure for dam reconstruction will last until spring 2021 DOVER, Del. – The dam and associated fishing access areas at Records Pond in Laurel will be closed to public use during reconstruction of the dam from March 2 until the spring of 2021, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced…

Not Our Trash But These Are Our Beaches

Rich King Mar 1, 2020

A group of thirteen volunteers met today at Keybox beach access in Delaware Seashore State Park. We meet weekly, every Sunday, by 9 AM and then get to work, walking the beach with buckets to collect trash. We clean a different beach each week in the Delaware State Parks. In the summer we meet on Tuesdays. The amount of people changes each…

So Long To The Point Until September … Seals, Twisters, Sunglasses, and Sites

Rich King Feb 29, 2020

"I have sand in my ears!!""What?!?!""I have *&^#%@& sand in my ears and other places!""Whaaaatt!?!? I can't hear you!"The truck door closes hard, possibly from the wind. But most likely Laura has had enough of the point, for a hot minute anyway. It is blowing twenty five plus sustained, with heavier gusts. The sand is three feet off…

The Amazing Marine Artist At The Atlantic City Boat Show

Rich King Feb 29, 2020

If you go to the Atlantic City Boat Show check out this amazing artist. Yesterday I boarded the Cape May Lewes Ferry to head to the Atlantic City Boat Show. Great show, they have a lot of room over there to really do a boat show right, impressive. I spend half if not all of my time at shows and expos these days checking out how things…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 17-23

Rich King Feb 28, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 17-23 Reminder for the week: Youth Academy registration open DOVER, Del. – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources, promote boating safety, and protect the public through outreach, education, and law enforcement. To help…

Maryland Recreational Striped Bass Regulations Go into Effect

Rich King Feb 27, 2020

Maryland Department of Natural Resources Fishing and Boating Services Changes for the Atlantic Coast Recreational and Charter Boat Striped Bass Fishery Effective March 1, 2020 WHAT THIS NOTICE DOES The Secretary of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources announces changes to the recreational striped bass size and catch limits for the…

Sea Level Rise Viewer

Rich King Feb 27, 2020

Ever wanted to know just how much of your area could be covered in water? Whether you think sea level rise is man made, natural, or alien Terra-forming. The fact remains, seas have been slowly rising for decades, forever, and will always do so. One day they will lower as much as they have risen. Not in our lifetime, or your great grand…

Shock Collars, Bomb dogs and….. NASA?

Rich King Feb 27, 2020

Shock Collars, Bomb dogs and….. NASA? By ... Cody Croswell Me ... “Hello?’ DSF ... “Happy Birthday. Want to go to Wallops as a photographer, I need some help, it will be your first "assignment"?’ Me ... “… "Me ... "Rich, if this is a joke it isn’t funny.” It is still dark outside. Not dawn, not pre-dawn. Dark. My eyes are already open.…

Cobia Delaware Public Hearing

Rich King Feb 26, 2020

Hearing regarding proposed action which would revise regulations pertaining to cobia. This hearing will immediately follow the hearing on striped bass spawning season and area restrictions.When ... 6:00 PM Wednesday February 26, 2020Where ... Richardson & Robbins Building 89 Kings Hwy The proposed revisions may be inspected at the…

Now This Is A Fishing Tattoo

Rich King Feb 25, 2020

Many an angler gets a tattoo or two about the fish or lifestyle they love, Mark went next level for his love of flounder. I have seen many a fishing tattoo, but this one takes the cake. Every fishing tattoo shows an angler's love of fishing, or the fish they love. From that single tat to entire sleeves. Mark Boudreaux, a commercial…

Two wells near Dover AFB have possible elevated PFOS/PFOA levels

Rich King Feb 25, 2020

Two wells near Dover AFB have possible elevated PFOS/PFOA levelsDNREC, EPA told results from USAF sampling are not yet validated Dover, Del. – The U.S. Air Force (USAF) and Dover Air Force Base (AFB) notified Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) that preliminary (i.e., not yet validated) results show two…

Funding available to communities to plan for coastal flooding and climate change impacts

Rich King Feb 25, 2020

Funding available to communities to plan for coastal flooding and climate change impacts DOVER (Feb. 25, 2020) – DNREC’s Division of Climate, Coastal, & Energy is soliciting letters of interest from municipal, county, or state government entities to enter into projects that will support local resilience planning and adaptation activities in…

DNREC’s Yearly Closing Of The Point In Cape Henlopen

Rich King Feb 25, 2020

DNREC to close The Point in Cape Henlopen State Park LEWES, Del. –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 Sunday, March 1, for the benefit of threatened and endangered beachnesters and migratory shorebirds, including red knot, piping plovers,…

Operation Hidden Mitten Nets 15,000

Rich King Feb 24, 2020

The US Fish and Wildlife Service is monitoring mitten crabs, a long time serious invasive species in the USA. Mitten crabs brought into the USA illegally as a food delicacy from China are a real problem and a seriously invasive species. This has been going on for years, decades. Recently the US Fish and Wildlife Service set up a mitten…

City Of Rehoboth Beach Approves Canal Dock Project

Rich King Feb 24, 2020

Lewes-Rehoboth Canal Improvement Association Approved to move forward with Rehoboth Lewes Canal Dock Below is the announcement of the approval for the project to build a dock on the Lewes Rehoboth Canal near Grove Park in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. This will be on the canal just below the Rehoboth Museum and will accommodate up to two,…

How To Measure Your Striped Bass

Rich King Feb 22, 2020

Spring fishing will be here soon enough make sure you have the new striped bass regulations down pat and how to properly measure your catch. (Feb 2020) ... DNREC and all the other state enforcement agencies will be checking striped bass more this year with the new regulations. Make sure you measure your striped bass correctly or you could be…

Fishing Is Fun And Productive Despite The Weather

Rich King Feb 21, 2020

You aren't going to catch from the couch, put down the computer, get outside, and enjoy the winter fishing action. Warm to cold, Sprinter for the win. The beaches are deserted, it is wonderful to be out there and all alone. Skates and dogfish for the most part, but still a day at the beach. The weekend weather is looking a lot like…

Watch This 8 Ton Murder Panda Eat A Dolphin

Rich King Feb 21, 2020

If you haven't seen this on the internet, check out the link below of this orca chasing down a dolphin. Ironically orcas are also dolphins, the largest member of the dolphin family. Nature is a fickle beast at times. Look out, he's behind you! Eight-ton orca leaps 15ft into the air to finally capture dolphin he wanted for dinner after…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 10-16

Rich King Feb 21, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Feb. 10-16 Reminder for the week: River herring, striped bass, and spillway net fishing regulations DOVER (Feb. 21, 2020) – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources, promote boating safety, and protect the public through…

Delaware’s Spring Trout Pond Stocking Schedule

Rich King Feb 21, 2020

Spring trout stocking and March 7 season opening at downstate ponds announced Stocked ponds closed to all fishing from Feb. 22 until opening day March 7 DOVER (Feb. 21, 2020) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that Delaware’s spring 2020 downstate freshwater trout season will begin at 7 a.m., Saturday, March 7, with the…

Delaware Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish to meet

Rich King Feb 20, 2020

Delaware Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish to meet Feb. 25 in Dover DOVER (Feb. 20, 2020) – Delaware’s Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. The Council will discuss Delaware’s proposed 2020/2021 waterfowl and migratory…

Maryland Trout Stocking Maps And Updates

Rich King Feb 20, 2020

Maryland continues to stock trout ponds and rivers throughout the state Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 1,450 trout. Update Fenruary 20, 2020. FrederickFrank Bentz Pond: 200 rainbow trout Howard Middle Patuxent River, Delayed Harvest Area: 450 rainbow troutMontgomery Patuxent River, Catch and Return Area: 800 rainbow…

Delaware Surf Fishing Tags Are Going Fast

Rich King Feb 20, 2020

Delaware Surf Fishing Tags Not Expected To Last Past Memorial Day weekend If you haven't gotten your Delaware Surf Fishing tag yet you might want to hurry up. SO far 6,440 have been issued by Delaware State Parks. That leaves 10,560 left to issue. Once the season approached and it gets warmer people will flock to the park offices. You…

Snow On The Way For Southern Delaware And Delmarva

Rich King Feb 20, 2020

We have a little weather headed our way. We might actually get a little of the white stuff in southern Delaware as far up as the Georgetown area. I would really like to see a bit of snow in Delaware at least once this year. Maybe a nice old fashioned March blizzard. Check out Hunter Outten's report on TV Delmarva. …

Delaware Sets Striped Bass Limits

Rich King Feb 20, 2020

DNREC Secretary’s Emergency Order authorizes change to striped bass fishing regulations DOVER (Feb. 19, 2020) – An Emergency Secretary’s Order issued by DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin reduces the striped bass fishing quota for commercial fishing and limits the number and size of fish that recreational anglers can keep. The…

Massey’s Ditch Dredge Project Update Bakers Channel Is Open

Rich King Feb 18, 2020

The Massey's Ditch Dredging project has been underway for several weeks. The Indian River Bay channel has been finished, now crews are south of Middle Island. That sand bar below middle island specifically is also being worked on. The project is over budget by about $800,000 and will be completed by February 24th. Dredging due south…

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife will host joint Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)/Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) public fisheries scoping hearing

Rich King Feb 18, 2020

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife will host joint Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC)/Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) public fisheries scoping hearings on Wednesday, Feb. 19 in DNREC’s Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. A Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Commercial/Recreational Allocation…

Watch The Tuesday Morning Lunar Occulation

Rich King Feb 17, 2020

Anytime a celestial body passes in front of another is called an occulation, an eclipse is the most popular example. Tomorrow morning the moon will pass in front of Mars, this is known as a lunar occulation. There are many different occulations and you can look them up at the International Occulation Timing Association. Tomorrow's occulation…

Winter Fishing Requires Different Techniques And Tackle

Rich King Feb 17, 2020

Winter fishing in Delmarva is a whole different ball game. You can't catch and release a frozen fish. Fish eat in the winter. People ask that all the time. "You can catch fish in the winter?" ... "Nope they stop eating about January and hibernate." That is when you get that "look". I mean, you ask a dumb question. Fish are just harder to…

What Was That Freaky Cloud About This Evening

Rich King Feb 16, 2020

On my way home this evening and for most people, we all saw a long straight line in the sky. It looked like someone cut the sky in half as this "cloud" passed overhead. Sunny and nice on one side and not at all on the other side. Even the reflection on the inland bays looked grim. Driscoll Drones shot this of the cloud overhead of the…

Antares Launch Success And 49,000 Pictures Later

Rich King Feb 16, 2020

You never know if a launch will happen, anything can cause a scrub or an abort. The first day of the scheduled Antares Cygnus 13, there was an abort for a ground sensor. We waited around for the word to check the remote camera gear at the pad. Eventually we opted for the next morning to check the gear at the launch pad. Cody Croswell's…

Anyone Missing A Vehicle

Rich King Feb 16, 2020

The things you find beach combing in Delaware This was found on the beach this morning in Cape Henlopen State Park by David McMichael while he was walking his dogs. No driver in sight apparently. That is going to be a costly tow job, not to mention all those tickets. Buried to the frame. On the bright side it is much easier to step…

Antares and Cygnus Launch Rescheduled

Rich King Feb 14, 2020

The launch today was scrubbed for Saturday the 15th of February. We arrived at the media area today, got all set up and within twenty minutes the launch was scrubbed. We heard it on the loud speakers. The boys in the control room were discussing the weather, and mentioned tomorrow's weather and conditions look much better. Cody,…

Troopers Investigating Parking Lot Robbery-Lewes

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

Lewes- The Delaware State Police are investigating a robbery that occurred in a shopping center parking lot last evening. The incident occurred on February 11, 2020 at approximately 5:45 p.m., in the Weiss Market parking lot located at 17232 N. Village Main Boulevard, Lewes. Troopers made contact with a 23-year-old female victim who…

Ocean Arsenal Tackle

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

These new lures from Ocean Arsenal Tackle catch fish Ted Proseus started up a new lure company Ocean Arsenal Tackle LLC last year. I met him somewhere in the surf one day. He was throwing his surf bullet, a lure that lives up to its name. Slaying bluefish one after another when no one was hooking up at all. "Try this white surf…

Photography Bonuses While Waiting for a Cygnus Launch

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

A lot of photographers shoot to the launches from NASA's Wallops Flight Facility, form multiple locations. Not everyone gets in with the media and social media groups. Some seek out the side road areas along the marshes and the visitors center. While we are hoping our remote cameras get that perfect lift off shot, others are hoping for…

Maryland Sets Striped Bass Regulations For 2020’s Spring Trophy Season

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

Striped Bass Conservation Regulations Set for Spring 2020 Spring Trophy Season Begins May 1 ( February 12, 2020) Maryland Spring Trophy Season Begins May 1 The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced new striped bass conservation measures for the Spring 2020 fishing season to meet a coast-wide conservation…

Maryland’s Preseason Trout Stocking Schedule

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

Maryland's trout stocking schedule for preseason is online. Maryland Department of Natural Resources crews stocked 3,050 trout. Frederick County Catoctin Creek/Doubs Meadow (Delayed Harvest): 200 rainbow trout Garrett County North Branch Potomac River/Kitzmiller: 450 golden and rainbow trout Youghiogheny River/Friendsville: 450…

Watch the Cygnus Launch on NASA TV Friday

Rich King Feb 12, 2020

NASA TV Coverage Set for Feb. 14 Cygnus Launch to Space Station Northrop Grumman’s next NASA resupply services mission to the International Space Station is targeted for launch at 3:43 p.m. EST Friday, Feb. 14. Live coverage of the launch and briefings will begin at 3:15 p.m., on NASA Television and the agency’s website. The company’s 13th…

Antares Launch Has Been Rescheduled Again

Rich King Feb 11, 2020

I was hoping they would reschedule this launch due to wet weather. We also have more time to get our remote gear ready, for wet weather. The Antares scrubbed launch rescheduled for Thursday is rescheduled for Friday the 14th. We are looking forward to watching NASA light a big candle on Friday. Better weather and it isn't the…

Watch Antares Rise Up On The Pad

Rich King Feb 10, 2020

(February 2020) ... If you don't know by now the launch yesterday was scrubbed. I've had this happen a few times. It happens. If you are upset it was scrubbed, imagine how the people who spent a year putting this together feel. As much as we hated the abort announcement while standing in the media field there is a silver lining. Cody…

Where You Need To Look From the Delaware Beaches To See A Rocket Launch From Wallops Island

Rich King Feb 10, 2020

This is the direction you need to look to see a rocket launch from NASA Wallops Flight Facility Looking for a rocket launch from NASA's Wallops Flight facility can be confusing when you look at the trajectory maps. Several years ago we had a rocket photo contest. One of the best shots shows exactly where the rockets lift off in the…

New Delaware Recreational Fishing License Online System

Rich King Feb 10, 2020

DNREC goes live with enhanced online electronic recreational fishing license sales system DOVER (Feb. 10, 2020) – Anglers who have purchased recreational fishing licenses and freshwater trout stamps, or exempt anglers who obtained free Fisherman Information Network (FIN) numbers directly from DNREC’s website in the past will now benefit…

Buy Girl Scout Cookies To Support These Ladies

Rich King Feb 7, 2020

If you remember last year we did a "card For Guards" drive. We asked the community to donate gift cards to help our local Coast Guard crews due to frozen budgets. The community support and turn out was overwhelming. Over $14,000 in gift cards were collected in four hours. There was even more collected as people dropped cards off days…

ASMFC South Atlantic Board Approves Atlantic Croaker and Spot Addenda

Rich King Feb 7, 2020

ASMFC South Atlantic Board Approves Atlantic Croaker and Spot Addenda Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s South Atlantic State/Federal Fisheries Management Board approved Addendum III to Amendment 1 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for Atlantic Croaker and Addendum III to the Omnibus Amendment to the…

Coastal Flood Warning Little Assawoman Bay

Rich King Feb 7, 2020

There is a coastal flood warning for Little Assawoman Bay until 4 PM. I would also be concerned with route 1 along Rehoboth bay due to heavy winds pushing water at high tide below Dewey beach. There is water already pushing up close to the road. High winds will be an issue until 7 PM. Do not go into the woods today, not even sure why you…

Antares Set To Launch Sunday And Our Remote Cameras Are Ready!

Rich King Feb 7, 2020

Antares Launch At NASA's Wallops Flight Facility Is A Go For Sunday. We are getting the gear ready for Sunday's Antares launch at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. Remote cameras are being tweaked and set with sound triggers. This is a whole new realm for us and Cody Croswell is like a kid in a candy store. Cody is one of our eyes in the…

Always Be Careful Of The Wrack Line

Rich King Feb 4, 2020

Be careful of the wrack line whether you are walking or driving the beach. Every beach clean up we find all kinds of trash and treasures Some of this trash can be detrimental to your feet or your tires. The wrack line always holds the most garbage. Trash gets mixed in with the floating reed masses and wash up on shore. During heavy…

ASMFC Winter Meeting Starts Today Listen Online

Rich King Feb 4, 2020

ASMFC Winter Meeting - February 4-6, 2020 Will Striped Bass Win Or The Anglers Today the ASMFC starts their annual winter meeting. You can listen in on the webinar. For some states it is just business as usual setting limits for several species. Striped bass is the main concern this year with Maryland's at the forefront. Striped bass…

DNREC Public Meeting On Striped Bass Spawning Season and Area Restrictions

Rich King Feb 3, 2020

MEETING DESCRIPTION ... Hearing regarding proposed action which would revise regulations pertaining to striped bass spawning season and area restrictions. Wednesday, February 26, 2020, beginning at 6:00 PM in the DNREC Auditorium, Richardson & Robbins Building, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE. Read the full document here. Proposed Striped…

DNREC Announces Public Hearing For New Cobia Creel Limits

Rich King Feb 3, 2020

MEETING DESCRIPTION .... Hearing regarding proposed action which would revise regulations pertaining to cobia. This hearing will immediately follow the hearing on striped bass spawning season and area restrictions. This will be held at 6:00 PM Wednesday February 26, 2020 in the DNREC auditorium, Richardson & Robbins Building, 89 Kings Hwy,…

Heroin Bundle Found On Delaware State Park Beach

Rich King Feb 2, 2020

What you need to know if you find drugs on a Delaware State Park beach or any Delaware beach for that matter. Several weeks ago a heroin bundle was found on Keybox beach in Delaware Seashore State Park. Not once, but twice, about five weeks apart. The person (a friend) who found this is not gong to be named in this article. This is…

2020 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge Sets New Records

Rich King Feb 2, 2020

The 2020 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge On Super Bowl Sunday Set New records This Year. Raising over a million dollars. JTVCC Correctional plungers team After the weekly beach clean up today we hit Rehoboth beach. Parking is a breeze when you come in via the beach on the Lewes Rehoboth Highway. The boards were already packed with people at…

Old Bay Hot Sauce Taste Test

Rich King Jan 31, 2020

The new Old Bay Hot Sauce sold out online in hours on the day of its release. No surprises there, and people are selling bottles of it on eBay for $50. Also not a surprise. So the question really boils down to, how does it taste? My buddy Corby Fulton hit a shop in New Castle county Delaware tonight and picked up a ten ounce bottle…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 20-26

Rich King Jan 31, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 20-26 Reminder for the week: Deer, duck, and dove hunting seasons ending DOVER (Jan. 31, 2020) – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources, promote boating safety, and protect the public through outreach, education, and…

Antares Set To Launch From Wallops Island

Rich King Jan 30, 2020

Watch the February 9 Antares Launch from Wallops (January 30, 2020) NASA's Wallops Flight Facility ... Dress warm and step out to view the launch of Northrop Grumman’s Antares rocket at 5:39 p.m. EST, Sunday, February 9, from the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport at NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility.The launch may be visible, weather permitting,…

Old Bay Hot Sauce Is Now A Thing

Rich King Jan 29, 2020

Old Bay Hot Sauce Goes On Sale Wednesday January 29th. If you can't get enough of the most delicious, and favorite Marylander's spice for everything food that exists, just wait there is more. Old Bay Hot Sauce is now available. It will be in stores within the month; Giant, Food Lion, Safeway, Wegmans, Weis and possibly more. It will be…

ASMFC 2020 Winter Meeting Supplemental Materials Now Available

Rich King Jan 29, 2020

Supplemental materials for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s 2020 Winter Meeting are now available http://www.asmfc.org/home/2020-winter-meeting for the following Boards/Committees (click on “Supplemental” following each relevant committee header to access the information). For ease of access, supplemental meeting materials…

We Came For Treasure And Left With Trash

Rich King Jan 29, 2020

Our Weekly Beach Clean Ups in Delaware State Parks Last week the DSF beach clean up volunteers scoured Beach Plum Island state park's drive on beach and walk on area. As the group was walking on we passed a couple leaving the beach. They had two plastic grocery bags stuffed full of trash. "We got all of this on the southside of the…

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife promotes additional hunting opportunities in February

Rich King Jan 29, 2020

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife promotes additional hunting opportunities in February |Youth waterfowl hunting day and additional snow goose hunting opportunities opening DOVER (Jan. 29, 2020) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife is promoting additional hunting opportunities in February with a second special youth waterfowl hunting…

Firefly Music Festival 2020 Schedule Announced

Rich King Jan 28, 2020

(Jan, 28 2020) ... Tuesday the Firefly Music Festival Event Organizers announced the line up for the 2020 Festival. Headliners for the Firefly Music Festival 2020 are Rage Against the Machine, Billie Eilish, Halsey, Khalid, Blink-182 and Maggie Rogers. I'm totally going to see Rage! Check out the full line up on the Firefly Music…

What If Everything You Have Been Told About Offshore Wind Was a Lie?

Rich King Jan 27, 2020

The Truth About Offshore Wind Farms by Captain Paul Forsberg, a Commercial Angler Out Of Montauk, NY Captain Paul Forsberg, a commercial fishermen (who comes from a long line of fishermen in Montauk), captained an offshore wind survey vessel for 8 months. He asked a lot of the hard questions and learned a great deal in the process, while…

31st Annual Beach Grass Planting Registration

Rich King Jan 27, 2020

Beach Grass Planting Volunteer Registration is open for the 31st year in the State Of Delaware Hello Everyone! We are planning the 31st Annual Beach Grass Planting! Our efforts this year will be focused on areas where dune repairs were made and to fill in with more grass in areas that were planted last year. Each March since…

Releasing Balloons Isn’t Littering

Rich King Jan 24, 2020

Balloon releases are not considered littering until the balloon hits the ground Captain Sharon Dounce on the Kalmar Nyckel retrieving a mylar balloon while the ship is underway. I have heard the above statement more than once. It is shocking to hear that, especially when someone is purposely releasing a balloon. I know many like to…

Maryland Sets 2020 Commercial Atlantic Menhaden Quota and Season

Rich King Jan 24, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICEThe Maryland Department of Natural ResourcesFishing and Boating Services2020 Commercial Atlantic Menhaden Quota and Season — Effective 1/27/2020 WHAT THIS NOTICE DOES The Secretary of the Department of Natural Resources announces the quota and season for thecommercial Atlantic menhaden fishery. Effective at 12:01 a.m. January 27,…

Lane Closures on Hollymount Road, Sloan Road, and Route 24 for New Subdivision

Rich King Jan 24, 2020

Route 24 is getting a new intersection at the new subdivision near Sloan Road As much as everyone hates progress, this “intersection” has needed a traffic light for years! It stopped being a shortcut years ago.About time we got a traffic light, now just make 24 double lanes each way and you will have something. Use the deldot…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter

Rich King Jan 24, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 13-19 Reminder for the week: Be cautious when boating icy waters or walking on frozen waterways DOVER (Jan. 24, 2020) – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources, promote boating safety, and protect the public through…

May The Fish Be With You Surf Fishing Tournament

Rich King Jan 24, 2020

The second annual May The Fish Be With You Surf Fishing Tournament is on May 2nd. These are the rules and details for the second annual May The Fish Be With You Surf Fishing Tournament. May 2, 2020. You can register now for May The Fish Be With You on Stub Central. I highly recommend Stub Central to anyone who is using…

29th Annual Polar Bear Plunge

Rich King Jan 23, 2020

29th annual Polar Bear Plunge presented by Wawa and Discover to benefit Special Olympics Delaware REHOBOTH BEACH — Sunday, February 2, at 1:00 p.m. is the date and time for one of Delaware’s largest fundraising events - the Special Olympics Delaware Lewes Polar Bear Plunge, presented by Wawa and Discover. Event Date: Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020 …

Dragon Boat Races Return To Lewes

Rich King Jan 22, 2020

The Dragon Boat races are coming back to Lewes, Delaware. Sussex Academy is reviving these races, there haven't been any for two years. It is intense if you are a paddler and I was in 2014. My arms still hurt thinking about that day. Dragon Boat racing can be tough and the competition is fierce. Teams were made up of area…

Delaware Sportsmen’s Caucus 2020 Begins

Rich King Jan 21, 2020

The first Delaware Sportsmen's Caucus for 2020 will meet this Thursday, January 23, 2020 at 11:30 AM. The first meeting of the Delaware Sportsmen's Caucus will meet this Thursday, these meetings are open to the public. The meetings are held in the House Hearing Room in Legislative hall in Dover, DE. This is the first meeting of the…

Delaware Fishery Councils Advocating For Higher Poaching Fines

Rich King Jan 21, 2020

Last weeks meeting of the Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries was informative as always. These folks advise DNREC on tidal finfish issues, that would be only saltwater and brackish water fish. They are the council that debates and votes how we should change creel limits to comply with ASMFC, MAFMA etc. Just like they did with striped…

Simple Solution To Save Your Beach View

Rich King Jan 19, 2020

While we were cleaning up Fenwick Island State Park today, by the way you people need to curb your dogs. There is dog poop from the Fenwick Bathhouse to Bethany Beach. Particularly in front of the big houses along the beach. Anyway, we came up with a solution for the Save Our Beach View folks. The wind farms will be built, that is a fact.…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 6-12

Rich King Jan 17, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Jan. 6-12 Reminder for the week: Save these dates for 2020! DOVER (Jan. 17, 2020) – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police promote fish and wildlife conservation and boating and public safety through outreach, education, and law enforcement actions that increase public…

Cool Aerial Tour Of The Indian River Inlet and Beyond

Rich King Jan 17, 2020

This is a quick aerial tour of the Indian River Inlet, Beach Plum Island and Masseys Landing. All of these videos were taken legally before anyone gets upset. You just have to have the stones or be crazy enough to fly a drone for long periods of time, over water. Aerials by Cody Croswell. He just got a drone and is having some fun learning…

The Perfect Sticker Doesn’t Exi … Air Down Dummy

Rich King Jan 16, 2020

You have seen the air down don't be a clown stickers, now meet Air Down Dummy. OSV Life Just when you thought the perfect sticker didn't exist. Along comes OSV Count's "Air Down Dummy". These guy are hilarious in their approach too get people to air down. "People who don't know, we can forgive and they learn fast. However the…

Factual Wind Farm Information That Everyone Should Read

Rich King Jan 16, 2020

Delaware Sea Grant along with a representative from UD’s Center for Research in Wind (CReW) Press Round Table. Also Research From Other Reliable Sources. I attended a round table meeting with the media and Delaware Sea Grant along with a representative from UD’s Center for Research in Wind CReW about offshore wind energy. The…

Survey Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum and Regional Ocean Issues

Rich King Jan 15, 2020

Complete our Survey: Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum and Regional Ocean Issues The Mid-Atlantic Committee on the Ocean (MACO) will host the 2020 Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum on May 19 at the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House in New York City. We would like your input on the ocean issues that matter to you so we can develop an agenda that reflects…

Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries Will Meet Wednesday Evening

Rich King Jan 15, 2020

Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. Issues to be addressed include proposed changes to finfish regulations, recent and proposed actions by the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries…

Masseys Dredge Project Is Running Into Low Tide

Rich King Jan 13, 2020

The extreme low winter tides we have around the inland bays are making the dredge job a little interesting. The dredge crews recorded a sixty-five mile an hour wind gust Friday night. Those winds created a blow out tide, combined with a full moon and our typical extreme low winter tides. That has to be making their job a little more…

Follow Me Along The Sea

Rich King Jan 13, 2020

Surf Fishing The Delaware Beaches On Janu-Summer, A Summer Like Day In Winter I'm just waiting by this beach road for a quick meal and catching some rays Sunday Funday was a great time at the beach, even pulling out vehicles. It was like summer yesterday, minus the crazy crowded beaches. There was all kinds of activity, and no fish…

Always Air Down And Aggressive Tread Is Bad

Rich King Jan 12, 2020

Airing Down To Drive On The Beach Is A Must For All Vehicles, Even You Big Tire Kids. For the first day of "Janu-summer" we went to the beach to do some surf fishing, because that is what you do on a sixty plus degree day in January. Especially after working the Millville Fire Company's Outdoorsman Marketplace and you need a break.…

Lewes Will Investigate Waste Water Plant Failure

Rich King Jan 7, 2020

LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO FAILURE AT WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. Lewes, Del. (Jan 7, 2020) – Lewes Board of Public Works President, D. Preston Lee P.E, today announced the launch of an investigation into the failure of the waste water treatment plant on American Legion Road, being operated and maintained by…

MAFMC and ASMFC to Hold Scoping Hearings for Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Commercial/Recreational Allocation Amendment

Rich King Jan 7, 2020

MAFMC and ASMFC to Hold Scoping Hearings for Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Commercial/Recreational Allocation Amendment The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (Commission) have scheduled a series of scoping hearings to gather public input on the range of issues and…

Monkton Angler Sets Maryland State Record with Big-Scale Pomfret

Rich King Jan 7, 2020

Monkton Angler Sets Record with Big-Scale Pomfret January 7, 2020 First-time Entry for Species in Maryland’s Atlantic Division The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized Jeff Rosenkilde of Monkton as holding the first official state fishing record for big-scale pomfret. Rosenkilde caught the 22.1-pound fish Dec. 28…

Masseys Ditch Dredge Project Starts

Rich King Jan 7, 2020

The Massey's Ditch Dredge Project Will Start Pumping Sand Today Masseys Ditch Dredge project map of pipes and channel areas to be dredged in black The J.F. Brennan Company crews have been hard at work pulling long pipes into the inland bays and setting up the pump transfer stations. They have to move metric tons of sand. The dredge…

Hazardous Weather Outlook Winter Weather Advisory

Rich King Jan 6, 2020

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for central Delaware, northern Delaware, southern Delaware, northeast Maryland, central New Jersey and southern New Jersey. Updated ... (Jan 7, 2020) …WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT EST TONIGHT… WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to three inches.…

Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Emergency Sirens To Be Tested

Rich King Jan 6, 2020

Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system to be tested (Smyrna) – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) and Delaware State Police will conduct a quarterly test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification system on Tuesday, January 7, 2020. The sirens will sound at around…

Maryland Public Service Commission To Hold Hearing For Public Comments On The Size Of The Wind Turbines Used At Skipjack Wind Farm And The US Wind Project

Rich King Jan 6, 2020

Maryland Public Service Commission To Hold Hearing For Public Comments On The Size Of The Wind Turbines Used At Skipjack Wind Farm And The Nearby US Wind Project Get the facts here EDIT ... From DSF ... Don’t believe the hype from Save Our Beach View or CRI, they are purposely using misconstrued information and surveys to “scare” people. I…

The Millville Fire Company’s Outdoorsman Marketplace January 11th, 2020

Rich King Jan 6, 2020

The second annual Millville Fire Company’s Outdoorsman Marketplace, presented by the Voice Radio Network’s The Vault Classic Rock 103.5 &102.9 on January 11th 7 AM to 3 PM This Saturday January 11th, at 7 AM to 3 PM is the second annual Millville Fire Company’s Outdoorsman Marketplace, benefiting the Millville Volunteer Fire Company to…

It Was Raining At The Indian River Inlet Today

Rich King Jan 5, 2020

This Is Something You Usually Only See While Out In A Boat, Raining Gannets. These Northern Gannets Were working The Indian River Inlet This Morning I arrived at the south side parking lot at Indian River Inlet about 8 AM this morning, coffee and Surf bagel in hand to await the beach clean up volunteers. There was a wind advisory and…

Rehoboth proposes Fines For Feeding Sea Gulls

Rich King Jan 3, 2020

Beach goers could face fines feeding sea gulls at Rehoboth Beach The Rehoboth town council met recently and is proposing some new laws for the town. They are also going to uphold some older ones. One being feeding wild animals, adding sea gulls to the list. Apparently the Rehoboth Beach Animal Issues Committee want to revise some of the…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Dec.16-29

Rich King Jan 3, 2020

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Dec.16-29 Reminder for the week: Renew your boat registration and purchase your 2020 fishing license DOVER (Jan. 3, 2020) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and…

DNREC’s ECU arrests two Wilmington men

Rich King Jan 3, 2020

DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit arrests two Wilmington men on multiple drug and weapon-related charges DOVER (Jan. 3, 2020) – DNREC’s Delaware Natural Resources Police Environmental Crimes Unit arrested two Wilmington men Dec. 31 and charged them with numerous drug- and weapon-related crimes after a traffic stop on Route 1 southbound led to…

Another Waste Water Malfunction In Lewes Today

Rich King Jan 2, 2020

DNREC monitoring another Lewes WWTP malfunction and discharge of partially-treated effluent into Lewes-Rehoboth Canal DOVER – Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control staff were dispatched today to the Lewes wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) after Tidewater Utilities notified the Department that the facility was once again…

DNREC Fishing Photo Contest winners

Rich King Jan 2, 2020

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces 2019 Delaware Fishing Photo Contest winners DOVER (Jan. 2, 2020) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that Dave Tally of Camden won the 2019 Delaware Fishing Photo Contest, for best portraying this year’s contest theme, “Get Out and Fish DE.” His winning photo of two…

Delaware Shellfish Advisory Council Meeting

Rich King Jan 2, 2020

Delaware Shellfish Advisory Council to meet on January seventh in Dover DOVER (Jan. 2, 2020) – Delaware’s Shellfish Advisory Council will meet at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 7 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. Delaware Shellfish Advisory Council Agenda The Council will discuss the Delaware Bay oyster stock status and…

First Stuck Truck Of The Year

Rich King Jan 2, 2020

Yesterday We Helped These Folks That Got Stuck On The Beach. I was at Cape Yesterday with Andrew throwing lures into choppy waves and using the wind to throw a mile. It was cold and I hate wind. After about a half an hour I had enough wind and needed to get back to the shop and make more gear anyway. We were taking a break from the…

It Is Seal Season In Delaware

Rich King Jan 2, 2020

Seals Can Be Sighted On The Beaches, Piers And Area Waterways (Jan 1, 2019) ... This was a couple years ago but the information is the same. Every year seals migrate south and we see more and more of them in Delaware. Right now they are around the outer walls and ice breakers, but soon they will start coming closer to shore to hunt for…

Load More Posts