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I have been fishing since I could walk. My grandfather was an avid surf and deep sea fisherman. He taught us all to fish and we used to drive onto the beaches of Jersey when I was a young boy. I spent a lot of my earlier life fishing freshwater. I moved to this area in 2005 and I have been rekindling my experiences fishing saltwater ever since. I love fishing the surf and just about anywhere else the fish happen to be. I hope you find this site useful and informative.

We put this blog together to help some friends to find good fishing information. Enjoy. Please post any info you feel we have missed or what you have been catching, where and what bait etc etc. We do not want Honey holes just public areas and in general location terms.

Shellfish Aquaculture is Approved for Delaware’s Inland Bays

Rich King Aug 29, 2013

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

Cape Henlopen: The point opens this Saturday

Rich King Aug 27, 2013

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

Summer comes to an end but the fishing continues

Rich King Aug 27, 2013

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

Shark Fishing in Delaware From The Surf

Rich King Aug 20, 2013

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

DSF Website Update

Rich King Aug 20, 2013

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

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

Rich King Aug 13, 2013

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

Fall temperatures on summer days at the beach

Rich King Aug 6, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing weekend report

Rich King Aug 2, 2013

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

2013 Delaware Coastal Cleanup

Rich King Aug 1, 2013

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

Bluefish in the surf and flounder are on the move

Rich King Jul 30, 2013

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

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Indian River Inlet has a new look

Rich King Jul 27, 2013

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

DNREC: Gordons Pond beach reopens

Rich King Jul 24, 2013

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

Good times fishing in Delaware

Rich King Jul 24, 2013

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

DNREC press releases: Rosedale Beach Boat Ramp

Rich King Jul 17, 2013

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

Delaware surf fishing report

Rich King Jul 16, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing report …

Rich King Jul 11, 2013

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

Delaware Surf fishing Report

Rich King Jul 4, 2013

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

Construction to close access to Collins Beach, Rosedale Beach boat

Rich King Jun 28, 2013

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

Operation Dry Water June 28-30

Rich King Jun 27, 2013

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

Piping plover chicks hatch at Gordons Pond

Rich King Jun 20, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing report

Rich King Jun 20, 2013

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

The first states national monument

Rich King Jun 18, 2013

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

Happy Father’s Day weekend from DSF

Rich King Jun 14, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jun 10, 2013

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

Flounder pounding is picking up

Rich King Jun 10, 2013

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

DNREC … changes in summer flounder regulations

Rich King Jun 7, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jun 5, 2013

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

Kids fishing is what it is all about …

Rich King Jun 5, 2013

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

Beached whale on Assateague Island

Rich King Jun 3, 2013

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

Life is a beach, fish it!

Rich King May 31, 2013

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

Helen David is missing please be on the look out

Rich King May 29, 2013

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

Horseshoe crabs are still spawning in the Delaware bay

Rich King May 29, 2013

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

Memorial day weekend surf fishing in Delaware

Rich King May 27, 2013

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

Drum fishing in the Delaware Bay with Captain Brian

Rich King May 24, 2013

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

Stretch of beach closed to safeguard nesting piping plovers

Rich King May 22, 2013

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

Striped bass are still running in Delaware

Rich King May 20, 2013

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

The shark fin trade is now banned in Delaware

Rich King May 19, 2013

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

Fishing tournaments this weekend in Lewes

Rich King May 19, 2013

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

Volunteers needed for Inland Bays Cleanup on June 8 and 22

Rich King May 17, 2013

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

The 2013 Great Delaware Kayak Tour

Rich King May 17, 2013

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

Northwest portion of Love Creek closed to shellfish harvesting

Rich King May 16, 2013

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

Surf Fishing with Ron Kyle on my birthday

Rich King May 13, 2013

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

Happy Mother’s Day from Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King May 12, 2013

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

Portion of Junction and Breakwater Trail re-routed

Rich King May 6, 2013

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

Big striped Bass are still in the surf in Delaware

Rich King May 6, 2013

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

Delaware surf fishing the surf in Delaware

Rich King May 1, 2013

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

Oyster restoration/farming for the inland bays information and facts

Rich King Apr 30, 2013

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

Windy in the surf today in Delaware

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

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

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

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

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

Delaware Center for the Inland Bays’ Earth Day happy hour

Rich King Apr 22, 2013

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

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

Rich King Apr 20, 2013

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

Frink Center for Wildlife is asking anglers for fish donations …

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

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

Tiger Muskie pending Delaware State record by Thomas Sutton

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

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

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

Rich King Apr 17, 2013

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

Striped bass, kingfish, and spiny dogfish in the surf

Rich King Apr 15, 2013

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

Keeping undersized fish is poaching and illegal

Rich King Apr 12, 2013

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

Flounder have arrived striped bass are soon to run

Rich King Apr 12, 2013

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

Seals at Massey’s Landing and flounder in the bays

Rich King Apr 8, 2013

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

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

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

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

DSF fishing report and conditions

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

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

DNREC … Harvesting river herring is prohibited

Rich King Apr 5, 2013

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

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

Rich King Apr 3, 2013

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

DSF Monday Meeting presentation and the weekend update

Rich King Mar 31, 2013

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

ASMFC to hold Public Hearings on Draft Black Drum FMP

Rich King Mar 27, 2013

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

Catfish and Striped bass in the Delaware River

Rich King Mar 24, 2013

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

Beach grass planting volunteer information from DNREC

Rich King Mar 21, 2013

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

DSF Monday Meetings and beach conditions

Rich King Mar 19, 2013

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

DSF visits Battery Park for some striped bass fishing

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

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

DNREC: Restoring and maintaining meadow habitat for wildlife

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

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

Shamrock the rescued seal is doing great.

Rich King Mar 18, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing Augustine Beach and Woodland Pier

Rich King Mar 15, 2013

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

DNREC is looking for wood frog breeding sites in your area

Rich King Mar 14, 2013

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

ASMFC Releases Summer Flounder Draft Addendum

Rich King Mar 14, 2013

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

DNREC needs volunteers to plant beach grass

Rich King Mar 12, 2013

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

Osprey and fiddler crabs are in the marshes of Delaware

Rich King Mar 11, 2013

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

DSF Monday Meetings and this crazy week … tautog

Rich King Mar 9, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing a week of adventures

Rich King Mar 3, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing License Plates now available

Rich King Mar 1, 2013

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

Delaware State Parks Fee Season to Begin March 1

Rich King Feb 27, 2013

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

The Point at Cape Henlopen State Park closes March 1

Rich King Feb 26, 2013

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

Shellfish Aquaculture Initiative presentation March 4th

Rich King Feb 25, 2013

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

Advertising with Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King Feb 22, 2013

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

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

Rich King Feb 21, 2013

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

Bayshore Initiative and proposed National Park tonight on WGMD

Rich King Feb 21, 2013

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

ASMFC Atlantic Herring Section Sets Specifications for 2013 – 2015

Rich King Feb 20, 2013

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

DNREC hearing on proposed invasive finfish regulations

Rich King Feb 19, 2013

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

DNREC to hold public hearing on proposed summer flounder regulation changes

Rich King Feb 19, 2013

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

Delaware Surf Fishing report and Monday’s club meetings

Rich King Feb 16, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware honors Don Avondolio

Rich King Feb 14, 2013

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

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

Rich King Feb 10, 2013

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

Lighthouse Cove Proposal tonight in Dewey Beach

Rich King Feb 8, 2013

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

DNREC : public engagement sessions on adapting to sea level rise

Rich King Feb 7, 2013

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

In memoriam of Caleb Shaw …. 1985 – 2013

Rich King Feb 5, 2013

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

Lewes Polar Plunge 2013 was a huge success

Rich King Feb 5, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

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

Rich King Feb 4, 2013

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

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

Rich King Feb 3, 2013

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

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

Rich King Feb 1, 2013

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

DNREC’s 2013 Delaware Fishing Guide is now available statewide

Rich King Feb 1, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 30, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 28, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 27, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware fly tie Saturday in Lewes

Rich King Jan 26, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 25, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 24, 2013

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

Non Profit Organizations

Lewes Polar Bear Plunge 2013 to benefit Special Olympics Delaware

Rich King Jan 23, 2013

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

Striped bass still showing up in small numbers

Rich King Jan 21, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 18, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 17, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware Saturday fly tie session 2

Rich King Jan 17, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 16, 2013

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

ASMFC Begins Preparations for New Tautog Benchmark Stock Assessment

Rich King Jan 16, 2013

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

Striped bass are still in Delaware waters

Rich King Jan 14, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 10, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 9, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

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

Rich King Jan 8, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 5, 2013

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

Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission 2013 Winter Meeting Preliminary Agenda

Rich King Jan 5, 2013

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

Fly Fishing Delmarva

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

Rich King Jan 4, 2013

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

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

Rich King Jan 2, 2013

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

Non Profit Organizations

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

Rich King Jan 2, 2013

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

Happy New Year … from Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King Dec 31, 2012

Happy New Year gang!! ... the fishing has slowed down to almost nil, there are some bass still around. Tautog are still hitting as are ling cod. Skates and dogfish, galore. I haven't seen a redfish in a while. Tyler Bankowski hit the inlet in the rain the other day, and brought home 2 nice keepers for the table. The boats have been doing…

Announcement from DNREC … Delaware to open recreational black sea bass season on Jan. 1, 2013

Rich King Dec 27, 2012

Delaware to open recreational black sea bass season on Jan. 1, 2013 DOVER (Dec. 27, 2012) – Following a Dec. 13 vote by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, of which Delaware is a member state, the recreational black sea bass season will open in Delaware coastal waters on Jan. 1, 2013. Federal waters, which are located 3 miles…

Striped bass and flounder are still around and Delaware fishing licenses expire after the 31st

Rich King Dec 26, 2012

Striped bass are always around, we have resident bass that live in the bays. Our buddy Dave caught a 28 inch summer flounder on a fly the other day. He was shocked to catch one that large, this late, and on a fly. He was getting some striped bass fishing in during vacation. Drop shot on a 3 way swivel with a fly on a 3 foot leader, what …

Merry Fishmas and Happy New Gear from all of us at DSF!

Rich King Dec 25, 2012

Merry Fishmas and Happy New Gear!! From all of us at DSF. This has been a great year, and all because of your support. I want to thank everyone for following our fishing adventures and times around town. DSF will be here to keep you updated with Delaware's tidal water fishing new,s and "live" weather when necessary. I personally hope I…

Candle light vigil in Lewes DE for the Sandy Hook Elementary victims

Rich King Dec 24, 2012

Yesterday I attended a candlelight vigil for the victims of the Sandy Hook elementary school, in Lewes, DE on the beach. There were a few people there when I arrived, outdoor tiki torches were set up in adjacent rows. Hanging from each was a tag with the picture, name and interests of each victim. There was a loud speaker set up,…

Tautog, dogfish, skates, and ling cod caught surf fishing in Delaware

Rich King Dec 21, 2012

I meant to post this last week, sorry gang, it is not the end of the world. I honestly thought we posted the results of Bill's Sport Shop's Striper Tournament. After several weeks of constant fishing, and meeting at Irish Eyes for dinner on Friday nights. The eager winners were announced, and awarded their prizes. I was taking pictures, and…

ASMFC Black Sea Bass Board Approves Draft Addendum XXIII for Public Comment: Addendum to Address 2013 Recreational Fishery

Rich King Dec 20, 2012

Baltimore, MD – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Summer Flounder, Scup, and Black Sea Bass Management Board met in Baltimore last week and approved two actions with regards to the 2013 recreational black sea bass fishery. Specifically, it approved opening the black sea bass recreational fishery for January and February with a…

In Memory of Rich Magee … an avid surf angler and friend indeed

Rich King Dec 19, 2012

This report is dedicated to the memory of Rich Magee, he will be sorely missed by many of us in the surf. We are still in shock over his passing. He was an incredibly nice person, and very non-pretentious I will miss seeing him on the beach and around "campus". Our condolences go out to his family and friends.... The other day I dropped…

The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays … an introduction

Rich King Dec 17, 2012

The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays located adjacent the Coast guard Station, 39375 Inlet Road, Rehoboth Beach, DE. Is a non profit organization that works to keep our bays clean and introduce programs to help promote the reviving of the bays, such as oysters. Many people think this is a "government" organization and that is just not the…

Slow day surf fishing in Delaware … striped bass and blue fish in the Delaware bay

Rich King Dec 15, 2012

The surf was beautiful today, according to everyone I didn't get to meet out there. I missed hanging OTW Sand Sticks, and You Snead This Gear in the surf. Chris Barton caught a bunch of skates, and Jason Snead found a shark tooth. He posted the picture, and everyone decided it was a sand shark. Chris Fortner said "Looks like a sand shark…

ASMFC Approves Atlantic Menhaden Amendment 2

Rich King Dec 14, 2012

ASMFC Approves Atlantic Menhaden Amendment 2 Baltimore, MD – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has approved Amendment 2 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden. The Amendment establishes a 170,800 MT total allowable catch (TAC) beginning in 2013 and continuing until completion of, and Board action on, the next…

Striped bass fishing with Captain Chuck Cook of First Light Charters

Rich King Dec 13, 2012

I have been trying to find the time all season to catch up with Captain Chuck Cook owner of First Light Charters, when he has time to do a little fishing. Like my new job, his job charter fishing, doesn't allow for any "personal" time when one fishes. Unless of course you both get in a boat, ignore the phones, and go for the morning. I met…

New Years Eve celebration at Port Dewey Beach

Rich King Dec 13, 2012

New Years Eve at Port-Dewey Beach Port is offering two four course options which include choice of soup or salad, appetizer, Entrée & dessert bar complete with chocolate fountain. Reservations suggested (302)227-0669 after 4 P.M. Email us at hitusup@portdewey.com Option One $100 per Couple Caesar Salad- Kings Salad- Wedge Salad- Seafood…

Delaware Fish & Wildlife offering FREE training for volunteers!!

Rich King Dec 12, 2012

This was sent to us today by Tess Belcher of DNREC and, she asked if DSF would get the word out to you ... "Hi Rich - I know your followers like surf-fishing more than freshwater, but if you know of anyone who might be interested, can you pass this along? Thanks! " Happy Holidays!! ... from the Aquatic Resource Education Center (AREC) Our…

Delaware striped bass record has been broken and confirmed

Rich King Dec 11, 2012

I talked to Ben Smith today, he is still stoked, and wearing an ear-to-ear grin. It is confirmed he has the new state record for striped bass in Delaware. Congratulations again buddy! Ben asked me to take the skins to a local biologist to see if they would want them. I contacted Chris Bason Executive Director of the Delaware Center for the…

Ben Smith holds the pending Delaware State Striped Bass record at 52 pounds

Rich King Dec 9, 2012

red hake ... caught in Cape Henlopen State Park by Nick Kiessling Well it has been a slow week. Not much to report, but the same thing. Stripers, some blues, spotted hake, and even redfish still in the surf. Otherwise it has been dogfish, skates, or donuts. Bunker has been the bait of choice for the most part. People have been drifting…

Delaware State Parks offers new Annual Pass for members of the military

Rich King Dec 7, 2012

DOVER (Dec. 6, 2012) – Following the passage of House Bill 235, DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation has introduced a new annual pass for members of the military. The new military pass is available to Delaware residents who are active duty military or veterans, and have proper documentation of service. The pass costs $13.50 annually and is on…

Delaware Surf Fishing is not just a job, some days it is an adventure!

Rich King Dec 3, 2012

Saturday I met Andres, Sherry, Mark, and Chris on 3R's beach in Delaware Seashore State Park. It was a gorgeous day in the surf, beautiful water, and incredibly warm temperatures. December 1st was 60 degrees, a light wind, and we had Christmas music! We surf fished the outgoing tide with at least 12 rods, loaded with bunker, mullet, and…

Stripers are moving, bluefish are out there, redfish and ling cod abide as well

Rich King Nov 30, 2012

There have been keeper striped bass in the surf, inlets, piers, rocks, rails, and inland bays. I know boys that are already hitting them down south as far as the Chesapeake and Bay Bridge Tunnel. They are getting hit on the troll near Bethany Beach. Tyler Bankowski has been hammering them in the Indian River Inlet on live spot. Live eels…

Public invited to participate in DNREC’s new online survey about Delaware’s Bayshore

Rich King Nov 30, 2012

DNREC is inviting Delawareans and visitors to provide input about the possible recreational uses and how people use public lands along the ecologically and historically rich Delaware Bayshore, via a new online survey at Delaware Bayshore Survey. Your responses will assist DNREC’s Delaware Bayshore Initiative team in planning improvements and…

Striped bass, bluefish, redfish, and ling cod … full moon this week

Rich King Nov 26, 2012

Hey gang, sorry this has taken some time. I have been very sick with the flu for the holidays, not much fun, and it was hard to even look at a computer screen. There has been a lot going on around here at DSF, and in our waters. I was supposed to meet some friends for a Thanksgiving eve fishing trip on Wednesday, and just could not go…

Delaware Surf Fishing sponsor announcements for Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Small business Saturday

Rich King Nov 21, 2012

West line road is finally open gang! You can now move freely around the county. _________________________________________________ This Friday and for Small business Saturday Rick's Bait & Tackle is offering OTW Sand Sticks for $30.00 while supplies last. For every $50.00 in gift certificates you purchase you will receive and extra $5.00…

Rate Your Delaware Bait Shops … A consumer participant program for our readers

Rich King Nov 19, 2012

Attention Delaware Anglers ..... We have been asked to do this before, and we decided we would. We are going to do a consumer reports style section or articles ... called "Rate Your Baitshop". A weekly write up will be done on these issues. You will be able to send us your experiences with ANY store in Delaware, and help fellow DSF readers. Tell…

Stranded Atlantic sturgeon, and the surf produced dogfish, bluefish, redfish, puppy drum, ling cod, and striped bass

Rich King Nov 18, 2012

Last week an Atlantic Sturgeon washed up on shore in Cape Henlopen State park. We sent the picture to Associate Professor Dewayne Fox of Delaware State University, and asked him what he knew, coincidentally he was at a seminar about Sturgeon. "The sturgeon that washed up was an immature female that had her head crushed in by a boat. My…

Citizen’s Advisory Committee at the Center For the Inland Bays with Secretary Collin O’Mara

Rich King Nov 16, 2012

Last night I attended the Citizens Advisory Committee for the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. It was very interesting, and many subjects were discussed. Chris Bason the Director for the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays started off with a update on the program for Aquaculture Restoration of Oysters, they are working on for our bays. …

Big blue fish surf fishing in Delaware and boaters be wary!

Rich King Nov 15, 2012

Big stripers are showing up in the surf, rails, rocks, piers, and the back bays. They are not in blitz numbers, and it takes some work to get them, but they are here. People are using live spot, chunking fresh bunker (when they can be found), mullet chunks, flies long lining, and even poppers, or plugs. I have managed a few shorties in the…

Nicole Peterdozzi, your “choice” Realtor with Resort Quest

Rich King Nov 14, 2012

Nicole Peterdozzi is your "choice" Realtor for ResortQuest is an avid surf angler, and good friend of DSF. We recently interviewed her for sponsoring the web site and our efforts ... "I have been with Resort Quest since 2001. I have held various titles from marketing to rentals but found my preference of sales in 2003. Holding…

Big striped bass are starting to show up in Delaware … is this the Fall run?

Rich King Nov 12, 2012

We have seen plenty of shorties and a few keepers the last few weeks, but in the past few days, more and more keepers are being caught. The Delaware Bay has been heating up for keeper stripers. Friends out today saw Gannets on the water, but they were not feeding, yet. More were spotted near Fenwick Island yesterday, "raining" on fishy…

High Stakes Bar & Grill Fenwick Island, DE

Rich King Nov 12, 2012

Eight years ago, a little deli was started in Fenwick Island, DE by Brian Deluca and his family, he was "born" into the restaurant business. Their 25 years of experience in a small sandwich shop near Philadelphia, has created a very popular hot spot in Fenwick Island, DE. When I asked him why the name High Stakes Bar & Grill ... "I…

Volunteers needed to clean up the parks this week

Rich King Nov 12, 2012

The parks appreciate all the help they have received so far and are looking for more volunteers this week. Tuesday, November 13th: Where: Delaware Seashore State Park – Campground When: 9:00AM –??? What: Cleanup, Raking, Shoveling, Lifting Please meet @ DSSP Campground. Wednesday, November 14th: Where: Cape…

Surf Fishing Sunday in the parks for striped bass, bluefish and tautog

Rich King Nov 11, 2012

DSF would like to thank all of our veterans past and present, as well as those still serving. I have a lot of friends in the military and children of friends as well. THANK YOU! I walked Broadkill beach after breakfast today, there is a lot of natural debris on the beach. Which is normal after a storm, there is also some trash on the…

Delaware Surf Fishing Report redfish, blue fish and striped bass

Rich King Nov 10, 2012

I met the park's volunteers today at Holt's Landing, and helped clean the park. A group of students helped today, they were very nice and energetic, their efforts are very appreciated by DSF. We cleaned the park up quickly, then they headed to the south side of the Indian River Inlet camp ground to get a few things left over from yesterday's…

Post nor’easter news from Delaware Surf Fishing

Rich King Nov 8, 2012

We had a nor'easter come in right after hurricane Sandy, there has been minimal flooding. All areas that normally experience tidal flooding are, and will flood. The bays are full of water, and were still draining from Hurricane Sandy. Prime Hook road is closed, you can access as a resident only through Broadkill Beach. Route 1 was covered…

Delaware Coast Aid 2012, a coalition of Delaware Coastal people and businesses

Rich King Nov 6, 2012

Delaware Coast Aid, a coalition of Delaware Coastal people and businesses, is hosting an incredible fundraising event in Dewey Beach at the Rusty Rudder on Dickinson Street, starting at 6 p.m. Thursday November 15th. The event will include live music by favorite local bands and musicians, a hot soup kitchen, refreshments including…

East coast is preparing for a Nor’easter, Delaware is in Coastal flood watch conditions

Rich King Nov 5, 2012

There is a storm system headed our way, following nearly the same path as hurricane Sandy. Steady high winds, and unusual high tides will be the concern with this storm. With the tide higher than average, the bays still holding water, we are in for some coastal flooding. Hopefully no worse than the usual low spots. Area fields, and drainage…

DNREC expedites approvals for homeowners with properties suffering from effects of Hurricane Sandy

Rich King Nov 5, 2012

DNREC expedites approvals for homeowners with properties suffering from effects of Hurricane Sandy DOVER (Nov. 5, 2012) – DNREC Secretary Collin O’Mara has notified Delaware coastal community homeowners that their properties affected by Hurricane Sandy are receiving special consideration for permitting approval in helping them rebound…

Delaware Seashore State Park and the Indian River Inlet are open

Rich King Nov 4, 2012

Delaware Seashore State Park opened up today, as did the Indian River Inlet, and the Charles W. Cullen bridge was opened last evening. I headed down this morning arrived about 8:30 a.m. and checked the area. The Inlet survived fine, there are erosion gullies along the jetty cap. The chain link fences caught, and held a lot of debris. The…

Surf fishing is good and the bays are alive as well with redfish, bluefish, and striped bass

Rich King Nov 4, 2012

The beaches have survived, and are producing fish. Yesterday Alex Stevens text me ... "there is no one on the beach." I responded ... "cool" ... The next text was a picture of a flat tire in the sand. Turns out they got sand in the stem, and the tire slow drained while they were fishing. I told him I will be there in an hour just…

DSF & Hurricane Sandy

Rich King Nov 3, 2012

The media dubbed it Frankenstorm. We watched it travel up the coast from friends in North Carolina. Jim Williams and Joe Taylor were posting pictures and videos of Hurricane Sandy. These are friends of mine that were in totally different areas. I owe the fact I left Broadkill Beach when I did to them. When I saw the size of the waves…

DSF … Delaware Survived Frankenstorm 2012 T shirts

Rich King Nov 3, 2012

A friend of mine just sent me a text .... Forwarding you a text I got earlier today from a friend who got one of your hoodies (DSF) at the MOD fundraiser...... (March of Dimes) Had on my DE surf fishing hoodie was at the dollar general, guy at the register going crazy about it wanted to know where I got it he's a big surf fisher and…

Baby Lobsters on Lewes Beach, or something else…

Rich King Nov 2, 2012

A few days ago we were sent pictures of what looked like baby lobsters or mantis shrimp... From ... Tommy Lindsay .... "Lewes beach in front of Roosevelt Inlet was full of live baby "lobsters or crawfish or?? not really sure, that were washed up and now stranded. Ever see this before ? We moved tons back into water not sure if it will help.…

Cape Henlopen State Park is looking for hurricane Sandy clean up volunteers …

Rich King Nov 2, 2012

Cape Henlopen State Park is looking for hurricane Sandy clean up volunteers ... This is from Shelby Lachmann the park volunteer coordinator. Good afternoon! Thank you SO much for interest in volunteering for Storm Damage Cleanup at Delaware State Parks!! In the wake of Hurricane Sandy our beautiful beaches and trails have been severely…

Charles W Cullen bridge or Indian River Inlet bridge update opening Sunday Nov. 4

Rich King Nov 2, 2012

Route 1 progress is going good . Charles W Cullen Bridge will open on the morning of Nov. 4 ... DelDOT Secretary Shailen Bhatt has projected the Indian River Inlet Bridge will be fully reopened to traffic on Sunday, Nov. 4. Keep in mind they have a lot to still clean up... and ... Driving 60 mph on a sandy road is a very bad idea. They have to…

Update on Delaware State Parks reopening and closures, Indian River Inlet

Rich King Nov 2, 2012

Update on Delaware State Parks reopening and closures DOVER (Nov.2, 2012) – As cleanup from Hurricane Sandy continues, here is an update from DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation about Delaware State Parks’ status in the aftermath of the storm: DELAWARE SEASHORE STATE PARK: Most of the park remains closed due to storm damage…

Surf fishing access and where else can I fish in Delaware?

Rich King Nov 2, 2012

Fishing is still good out there. We have hit dogfish, redfish, and puppy drum in the surf on cut mullet and fishbites. Sandfleas are back in our sponsors shop, also green crabs. You will probably have a hard time getting green crabs the rest of the year. They are a by-catch from trawlers up north. I saw a picture of a beautiful speckled…

Assawoman Wildlife Area to reopen for hunting, boating on Nov. 2

Rich King Nov 1, 2012

Assawoman Wildlife Area to reopen for hunting, boating on Nov. 2 BETHANY BEACH (Nov. 1, 2012) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that Assawoman Wildlife Management Area near Bethany Beach in Sussex County will reopen Friday, Nov. 2. All waterfowl blinds will be open for the remainder of the first split of duck…

Delaware State Parks seek volunteers for cleanup from hurricane Sandy

Rich King Nov 1, 2012

Delaware State Parks seek volunteers for cleanup from hurricane DOVER (Nov. 1, 2012) – DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation is calling for volunteers to help clean up storm damage from Hurricane Sandy at Delaware State Parks. Volunteers are needed at parks statewide, from Wilmington to the beaches at the seashore state parks, to help…

Most Delaware State Parks to reopen Wednesday, Oct. 31

Rich King Oct 31, 2012

Most Delaware State Parks to reopen Wednesday, Oct. 31 DOVER (Oct. 30, 2012) – Day use areas at most Delaware State Parks will reopen at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31 for normal operations. Exceptions are the Brandywine Zoo, Cape Henlopen State Park and Delaware Seashore State Park, all of which remain closed for cleanup and assessment of Hurricane…

DNREC expedites authorization for repairs or replacement of docks and piers damaged as a result of Hurricane Sandy

Rich King Oct 31, 2012

DNREC expedites authorization for repairs or replacement of docks and piers damaged as a result of Hurricane Sandy DOVER (Oct. 31, 2012) – DNREC’s Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section will expedite authorizations for the repair or replacement of docks, piers or other previously-existing structures in tidal or non-tidal waters that were…

Public hearing on proposed amendment to Atlantic menhaden management plan rescheduled for Friday, Nov. 2

Rich King Oct 31, 2012

Public hearing on proposed amendment to Atlantic menhaden management plan rescheduled for Friday, Nov. 2 DOVER (Oct. 31, 2012) – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) public hearing in Delaware to gather public comment on a proposed draft amendment to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Menhaden has…

Delaware State Police Prepare for Hurricane Sandy

Rich King Oct 27, 2012

by Delaware State Police News Room on Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 9:42pm · DSP News Release: Delaware State Police Prepare for Hurricane Sandy Date: Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 9:45 p.m. Resume: Dover-Delaware State Police in preparation for Hurricane Sandy have initiated operational plans and have placed all Troopers on a standby alert…

Delaware Mandatory Evacuation, Information for Hurricane Sandy

Rich King Oct 27, 2012

Just a heads up gang .... From the Delaware State Police News ..... Governor Markell Issues Limited State of emergency, Mandatory Evacuation Order to Include Residents in Areas Most at Risk (Wilmington, DE) - Governor Jack Markell has ordered a mandatory evacuation of coastal communities for Sussex, Kent and New Castle…

Hurricane Sandy update for Delaware … the coast is going to get slammed with floods

Rich King Oct 27, 2012

From a friend .... Hey rich the Delaware National Guardsmen have been mobilized. This is the time to use the power of DSF to warn people if they live in low lying areas or along the coast to get out now this storm is nothing to mess around with. Anybody with a large social media output that could spread the word on how serious this storm is…

All Delaware State Parks are closing Sunday at 5 p.m. this includes DE state boat ramps

Rich King Oct 26, 2012

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife facilities, Delaware State Parks will close at 5 p.m. Sunday until further notice for expected storm DOVER (Oct. 26, 2012) – All Delaware State Parks and DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife facilities – including state wildlife areas – will close at 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28 in anticipation of…

Pre hurricane Sandy surf fishing Delaware

Rich King Oct 25, 2012

By now you have heard there is a huge storm headed our way. If you haven't heard, then now you know, and if you have a boat in our waters get it out ASAP. Some folks have said in a back cove it will be fine, that is not the case. Dan Satterfield put up a prediction that the waves could possibly surge over 3 feet above the mean high tide line…

Fly Fishing Delmarva

Saltwater Fly Fishing in Delaware for flounder and striped bass

Rich King Oct 23, 2012

People are always amazed when I tell them I know people that fly fish in saltwater. "Really? Peoplle do that?" Probably due to the fact fly fishing is always associated to trout fishing in freshwater mountain streams. Many of you remember the Saltwater Fly Anglers of Delaware club I visited with every Saturday in the winter. These boys…

Delaware Surf Fishing another typical weekend?

Rich King Oct 22, 2012

This past weekend was a great time, I saw a lot of folks I haven't seen in a while. Hung out at Bill's Striper Tournament dinner Friday night, that was fun, and saw the Reel Friends surf fishing club. I fished with Admin 1 on Saturday, and spent Sunday surf fishing for most of the day. Chris and Teresa, sponsored by DSF, surf fished the…

Surf fishing has been hot for the blues

Rich King Oct 19, 2012

Everyone who has hit the surf in the past few days has been either straight hammering bluefish, or just catching a few. Jerry Hirst and crew were catching blues all day long on Tuesday. Karen said they hit over 50 fish and decided they were too tired to continue, took home the keepers, and smoked them for dinner. I am looking forward to…

Bill’s Sport Shop and Irish Eyes of Lewes’ Striper Tournament Update

Rich King Oct 18, 2012

Bill's Sport Shop and Irish Eyes of Lewes Striper tournament starts this weekend .... Just a quick heads up, because I believe there is some confusion about guests at the Friday night dinners, hosted by Irish Eyes of Lewes, DE. Your guest will cost $25 in addition to your $75 entrance fee, not per evening. That $25 covers your guest for all 8…

OTW …. Over The Waves Sand Sticks are excellent

Rich King Oct 17, 2012

I first met Chris Barton about 2 weeks or less after we launched DSF. When I told him about the web site, we were airing up near one another at Cape Henlopen Sate Park. He said to me, when he got back in his truck ... "It is about darn time someone does that, I am tired of coming down here, not catching fish, and lousy outdated information,…

Delaware surf fishing has been a little windy but lots of fish

Rich King Oct 13, 2012

It is cold and windy, Brrrrrrrrr!! Yesterday Jason Duncan and crew killed the redfish (red drum) in the surf on mullet chunks, as well as flounder and bluefish. They were pulling in keeper redfish 2 at a time, and said despite the wind, the fishing once again was excellent. "Another ridiculous day surf fishing .... This time the 4 of us took…

2012 Rehoboth Jazzfest with Old bay Restaurant … Port Dewey Beach … and Ride the Black Pearl Designated Driver Service for free

Rich King Oct 12, 2012

Check out Old Bay and Port Dewey this weekend for the Rehoboth Jazzfest ... there is no cover charge for either venue. Also the Black Pearl Designated Driver Service will have free shuttle rides available to and from Old bay into Rehoboth, DE. Ride the Pearl 302 569 2273 for details. Mike's Hard Pink Lemonade is on sale at Old Bay this weekend…

Fishing the Indian River Inlet … etiquette

Rich King Oct 11, 2012

Well, everyone else was fishing the Indian River Inlet yesterday, I had to drop by the Center for the Inland Bays. We are now working with them to help promote their efforts and organization. Yes, that means they are a new DSF sponsor, and I will tell you all about that soon. Of course when I go anywhere near the inlet, like a magnet she…

Adkins Produce 32008 Long Neck rd. local farm fresh produce

Rich King Oct 10, 2012

Adkins Produce is located, 32008 Long Neck Rd., Long Neck, DE 302-945-9700. Just off of route 24, headed towards Massey's Landing. When I asked David Godwin how long they have been in business, he answered since 1975, before I was born. That must be tough running a store before you were born. Adkins Produce is a family owned and operated…

Surf fishing this weekend on Delaware beaches

Rich King Oct 9, 2012

We have changed the border of the website to pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. Last Week my family lost Aunt Cathy to pancreatic cancer. I have not had the chance to see her in a few years, but I remember all the good times had in Connecticut at the lake. She will be sorely missed, and left us well before her time. I know many…

Trigger fish breaks Delaware State record

Rich King Oct 8, 2012

On Sept. 30th Buddy Masten and his father in law were headed out on one of their weekend fishing trips. Buddy tries to get out every weekend, when he can. On this particular day they were going to fish for tautog, something new to Buddy. he has gone for striped bass, blue fish, flounder ... the typical fishing trips. They had a limited…

Wings and Wheels Festival … Coast Day 2012 … The surf fishing has been hot as well

Rich King Oct 8, 2012

Friday the surf fishing was excellent. Many of our friends had a great time, and Jason Duncan sent me a report ... "Fishing today was ridiculous. That is all." Suzanne Martin said she and her crew "We hardly had time to set the rod in the holder and it was fish on!!" That has been the surf for the past few days, pockets of all different…

Just another day surf fishing in Delaware

Rich King Oct 4, 2012

Every morning I get up and wander out to the beach, rail, rocks, pier, canal, or drift a bay, and catch a fish. Spot, croaker, trout, blue, shorty striped bass, redfish, pompano, king fish, flounder, blue runners, black sea bass, puppy drum, sheapshead, spotted hake (ling), there are so many to choose from. This will not last long, but is fun…

Great weekend fishing the end of September

Rich King Oct 1, 2012

Many people came down here for a beautiful weekend. It was a tad chilly in the mornings with a light breeze, but that didn't stop anyone from surf fishing, or hitting the piers, rocks, rails, and bays. I have been fishing Broadkill and Beach Plum Island, doing well on small trout, spot, blues, and croakers all on fishbites. I meant to chunk…

The fall striped bass run is coming soon to Delaware

Rich King Sep 28, 2012

The fishing has been excellent the last few days. Yesterday on the incoming tide the Indian River Inlet heated up for bluefish, and shorty striped bass. They were hitting flies, and bucktails with white or yellow plastics. The shorties are getting larger, and increasing in numbers. We all know what that means, the fish will be running soon.…

Non Profit Organizations

21st annual Special Olympics Delaware Families Day at the Beach was held Sept. 15 at Cape Henlopen State Park

Rich King Sep 28, 2012

SPECIAL OLYMPICS DELAWARE PRESS RELEASE ... sent to us by John Buzby. These are very hard working folks that deserve our appreciation for what they achieve. Lewes, DE -- The 21st annual Special Olympics Delaware Families Day at the Beach was held Sept. 15 at Cape Henlopen State Park. The event was organized by Rehoboth Beach…

Old bay steakhouse’s country night on Wednesdays .. and a lil’ report

Rich King Sep 26, 2012

Tonight and every Wednesday night, Old Bay restaurant located 18693 highway one (Old Roadhouse), is having country night. Come out for line dancing, karaoke tonight, and free mechanical bull rides. No, I am not riding the bull, I am full of enough. DSF will be in the house this evening, and possibly every Wednesday. Come out and have some…

Spotted hake (Ling) are in the surf with pompano and redfish … go figure

Rich King Sep 24, 2012

It is 50 degrees this morning, fall is definitely here to stay. We fished a little this weekend, and ran around a lot, seeing people. Pompano and reds are still in the surf, as well as ling or spotted hake are showing up at the point in Cape Henlopen State park, so go figure on the 71 degree water temps. The Baldwins were there this weekend,…

Rick’s Bait and tackle has fresh Mullet as well as all Delaware Surf Fishing sponsors!

Rich King Sep 21, 2012

Hey gang I know everyone is looking for the best bait this weekend. Rick's Bait & Tackle in Long Neck, DE on Long Neck rd. has very fresh mullet, bunker, clams etc. Jim's Bait and Tackle in Frankford on Roxanna rd. has fresh mullet. Bill's Sport Shop on Coastal highway has fresh mullet, bunker, clams etc. ... Tell them DSF sent ya, it…

The Black Pearl and Bloody Mary Designated Driver Services … today is national talk like a pirate day

Rich King Sep 19, 2012

Avast ye Matey's, and ride the Pearl! Today be national talk like a pirate day!! So grab a tot' and set for a spell, and let me tell ya of the captain, that rides the coastal highways. Helping our land lovers get home safe and sound, after a night of "taking the towns." .... You have seen the pictures on our Facebook page, heard the…

Rocking the rail on the bluefish blitz

Rich King Sep 19, 2012

The last few nights the bluefish have been lighting up the Indian River Inlet on the outgoing tide. It has been surreal to experience according to many that have seen this for the first time. Mike and Gary Basehore had the best weekend fishing ever. They were just bubbling with excitement when they told me about the blitz. I am glad they…

Non Profit Organizations

Center for the Inland Bays is having a Thanks for Giving Barbecue

Rich King Sep 18, 2012

On Saturday the 29th of September the Center for the Inland Bays is having a fall barbecue (BBQ). From the CIB ..... The BBQ is less than two weeks away! There are so many great reasons to come, where should we start?? Flatland Drive playing great Bluegrass, Bethany Blues delicious BBQ for lunch, tasty Eastern Oysters from Henlopen City,…

Coastal Cleanup 2012 was a success, tromping trout, blue fish go electric at the Indian River Inlet

Rich King Sep 17, 2012

Saturday I participated in the coastal clean up at Broadkill and Beach Plum Island. I met a lot of very nice people that live here. Some folks came to just help from very far away, since this is their favorite place to visit. Rich Snyder was very pleased he had such a huge turnout for Beach Plum Island. I was also, that many came out to…

2012 Delaware Coastal Cleanup weekend please come out and help

Rich King Sep 14, 2012

Tomorrow is the 2012 Delaware Coastal cleanup, I know everyone is coming to fish, but would you please take some time on Saturday to help. " Preregistration for the 2012 Delaware Coastal Cleanup ended on Sept. 4. Volunteers are still welcome to join the cleanup, but should be aware that t-shirts will be distributed on a first-come,…

Congratulations to the Raffle for the Bay winners

Rich King Sep 13, 2012

Jen from the Center of the Inland Bays just picked our winners and they are ... Congratulations! ..... Congratulations Dave Baker you are the first place winner of our Raffle for the Bays ... we will contact you shortly ... Charlie Boehm won second Place .... Rich Pilkington won Third place .... 4h through tenth place ... John Barry,…

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