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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.

DelDOT Traffic Web Cam Catches Falcon Having A Snack

Rich King Dec 1, 2019

The South Pylon DelDOT Traffic Web Cam On The Charles W Cullen Bridge Has A New Attraction, A Peregrine Falcon. About a month ago David Silvera was checking out the delDOT traffic web cam on the Charles W Cullen Bridge south pylon. There are four cameras around the bridge, two of them on the pylons. On the same day I was looking at…

DS Custom Tackle Sale

Rich King Nov 29, 2019

In The Tradition Of Black Friday to Cyber Monday DS Custom Tackle Has A Great Online Sale Starting this morning, we are a little late to the announcement game. DS Custom Tackle has a 25% discount on all tackle packages and gift cards for the next week on the website only. "We like to do these holiday sales so people can get a great…

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

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

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

States Schedule Public Hearings on Atlantic Croaker and Spot Draft Addenda

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

States Schedule Public Hearings on Atlantic Croaker and Spot Draft Addenda Arlington, VA – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s South Atlantic State/Federal Fisheries Management Board (Board) releases two documents for public comment: Draft Addendum III to Amendment 1 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan (FMP) for Atlantic…

Check Out The State of Delaware Fishing Report

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

Check out the weekly fishing report put out by the State of Delaware. DNREC ... The weekly Delaware Fishing Report offers information on when to fish, where to fish, which species are biting, and how to catch them. excerpt ... Delaware Bay The Upper Bay continues to produce white perch on bloodworms. Fish have been taken along the shoreline…

Check Out The Maryland Fishing Report

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report November 27, 2019 "Although the mornings can be a bit nippy, good fishing opportunities exist from the mountains of western Maryland to the waters of the Atlantic. The Chesapeake Bay striped bass season has a little more than two weeks to go before it closes, and anglers are bundling up and enjoying the fun. …

It Will Look Like Star Wars Off Our Coast

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

The Mayor of Ocean City Maryland said About The Wind Farms At The Indian River High School Meeting, "It Will Look Like Star Wars Off Our Coast" The Empire Has Spoken The Indian River High School Meeting about the Skipjack wind farm by Orsted and Delaware State Parks last week was in my politest description, embarrassing. That is a very…

Low Digit Delaware Surf Fishing Tags Auction Starts

Rich King Nov 27, 2019

The Online Auction For Low Digit Delaware Surf Fishing Tags Will Start On Black Friday Great Gift for The Surf Angler The Low digit Delaware Surf Fishing tags auction is a yearly event. The auction starts on Black Friday, November 29th and lasts until December 11th. The minimum bid for a numbered Delaware Surf Fishing tag is $250. Tag…

This Is What The Wind Farms Will Look Like From the Delaware Beaches

Rich King Nov 26, 2019

There has been a lot of posts and chatter online about how Orsted's Skipjack wind farm will look from the beaches in Delaware and Maryland. The Mayor of Ocean City, MD said at the Indian River High School meeting last week, "It will look like Star Wars out there" . I'm not sure he has seen the movies, I mean which one is he referring…

Millsboro Pond Boat Ramp Is Open

Rich King Nov 26, 2019

The Millsboro Pond expansion project was started a few months ago, and completed and opened a few days ago. I saw the new and improved Millsboro Pond boat ramp today and it looks great. There were two boats waiting to drop and a couple parked waiting their turn. with parking still available for a few more trucks with trailers. You…

Bluefish, Flounder, and Spot Proposed For Serious Reductions

Rich King Nov 26, 2019

The most annoying thing to follow is fishery management, not just follow, but understand in many cases. However if you don't follow it, or get involved, you will see some serious reductions and changes. The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) is proposing some big reductions for a few fisheries, or stocks. Bluefish are…

The Fall Fish Bowl Surf Fishing Tournament Is Canceled But We Are Still Fishing For Fun And Prizes

Rich King Nov 26, 2019

We are canceling the Fall Fish Bowl Surf Fishing Tournament due to weather issues creating a lack of people signing up, but we will still fish and compete. We are still having the Fall Fish Bowl Delaware surf fishing tournament this Saturday November 30th, just not a pay to enter tournament. For those that have entered already, you will…

Ocean City Commercial Anglers Need Your Help Locating Thief

Rich King Nov 24, 2019

A gentlemen in a silver truck with a cap was caught on camera stealing from Southern Connection Seafood at the end of Harbor Road in West Ocean City. He parked in their lot and used a hack saw to steal a metal decorative crab from a stair rail. You can see him doing that on camera. The man seems rather bold and also appears to be scoping…

Delaware Advised To Take A One Fish Recreational Striped Bass Reduction

Rich King Nov 21, 2019

The Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries recommended DNREC take a one fish limit at 28 to 35 inches with a summer slot of 20 to 25 inches July 1 to August 31, to comply with the ASMFC reduction requirement. Last night was the Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries. This council advises DNREC on matters concerning our fishery. Per the…

Inland Bays Constantly Get Trashed By Coastal Storms

Rich King Nov 18, 2019

We need to have regulations to require people who live near the water to secure their trash cans during these coastal storms. The coastal storms not only trash our beaches and inland bays with erosion and flooding, but with floating trash and debris. The source of the trash is our own backyards, and mostly comes from trash receptacles.…

Facts About Orsteds Wind Farm Project Off The Coast Of Delaware

Rich King Nov 17, 2019

Some Facts About Orsteds Wind Farm Project Off The Coast Of Delaware and The Fenwick Island State Park Proposed Project I have been following this project for years, attending all the work shops and meetings that I can bear. One thing I always follow closely is social media posts, because you can learn so much, in this case not really. There…

Expect Minor Coastal Flooding For The Inland Bays

Rich King Nov 17, 2019

The flooding around the inland bays is not to bad. It will be the typical flooding we see from nor'easter conditions. These pictures were taken at 11:30 AM Sunday morning. High tide was still at least two hours away. Rosedale beach next to Gull Point in Riverdale has typical flooding. Crabbing pier at Rosedale beach boat ramp 11:30 AM …

Coastal Storm Effects Grinding Up Beaches

Rich King Nov 17, 2019

Coastal Flood Warning, Gale Warnings, Great day for some surf fishing in Delaware High tide is about an hour and a half away (11:48 AM) and we already have water to the dunes in some areas. Navy crossing is impassable you can't get onto the beach. I don't know how the point is looking it is wicked out here. Southside beach is covered.…

Donate to Frets 4 Vets With Amazon Smile

Rich King Nov 16, 2019

You can help raise money for Frets 4 Vets by shopping through Amazon Smile when you use Amazon. Delaware Surf Fishing has been helping Tom Baker raise money for Frets 4 Vets via our surf fishing tournaments and any other efforts where we can help. We want to do more and I asked Tom how else can we help? He told me that anyone shopping…

Weekend Nor’easter Update

Rich King Nov 16, 2019

I Asked Jeff Wise To Give Us His Thoughts On This Coastal Storm System He Always Has A Great Eye On The Weather A Potpourri of Watches and Warnings Being Issued by the NWS ...Jeff Wise The threat has been advertised since the beginning of the week for a potent Nor’easter to move up and along the eastern seaboard. But will hug it the coast…

The Leonids Meteor Shower Will Peak This Weekend

Rich King Nov 15, 2019

The Leonids Meteor Shower Will Peak Sometime After Midnight Near The Constellation Leo The weather is looking close to good enough to see this show but we have a nasty storm headed this way. The Leonids meteor shower will peak this weekend, November 16- 17th. Usually producing 10-20 meteors/hour. The moon is waning gibbous and will be a…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Nov. 4-10

Rich King Nov 15, 2019

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Nov. 4-10 Reminder for the week: Most hunters must wear hunter orange during firearms deer seasons DOVER (Nov. 15, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and…

Certain Delaware state lands are closed to public access, including hunting

Rich King Nov 15, 2019

As Delaware’s shotgun deer season approaches, DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police issue a reminder that certain state lands are closed to public access, including hunting DOVER (Nov. 14, 2019) – DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police remind the public that certain state-owned lands are closed to public access –…

Free admission to Delaware’s state parks and Brandywine Zoo on Black Friday

Rich King Nov 15, 2019

DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation to offer free admission to Delaware’s state parks and Brandywine Zoo on Black Friday DOVER (Nov. 15, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation, and Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), invite the public to #OptOutside this Black Friday by visiting Delaware State Parks. This year, visitors…

Delaware Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries to meet Nov. 20 in Dover

Rich King Nov 14, 2019

Delaware Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries to meet Nov. 20 in Dover DOVER (Nov. 14, 2019) – Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. The agenda includes discussion of recreational and commercial fishery options to comply…

Rare Meteor Storm Could Light Up The Sky

Rich King Nov 13, 2019

The Alpha Monocerotids are expected to briefly light up the sky November 21st at 11:50 PM EST with a meteor outburst or storm. This meteor shower or storm might only last about a half an hour and produce upwards of four hundreds meteors per hour. In the past it has produced a thousand plus per hour, lighting up the sky raining…

2020 Delaware Surf Fishing Tags On Sale Soon

Rich King Nov 12, 2019

DNREC’S Division of Parks & Recreation announces sale of 2020 annual passes and surf fishing permits on Dec. 6 DOVER (Nov. 12, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announced today that the sale of 2020 annual passes and Delaware surf fishing permits will begin on Friday Dec. 6. Revenue generated from park entrance…

Northern Taurid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight

Rich King Nov 11, 2019

Following the Southern Taurids show, the Northern Taurids will peak tonight. This shower is not known for a lot of meteors, but the ones it produces are the best fireballs. Sometimes breaking up as they streak across the sky and burn up. Often producing an orange light or glow. Due to their slower speed and bright light the taurids are…

Video Of The Block Island Wind Turbine Fishing

Rich King Nov 8, 2019

Wind farms in the US will become large artificial reef systems that anglers and scuba divers can fish and explore. The Block Island Wind turbines have become an fishery in and of themselves. They are now essentially four artificial reefs teaming with life. Charter captain and anglers are seeing many benefits fishing this structure.…

Governor Carney, DNREC cut ribbon on new wildlife-viewing tower at Little Creek Wildlife Area

Rich King Nov 8, 2019

Governor Carney, DNREC cut ribbon on new wildlife-viewing tower at Little Creek Wildlife Area Division of Fish & Wildlife-managed facility offers Bayshore views for visitors of all abilities DOVER (Nov. 8, 2019) – Delaware Governor John Carney and DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin were joined today by State Representative Bill Carson,…

Delaware Surf Fishing Report

Rich King Nov 8, 2019

Delaware Surf Fishing Report for November 8th, 2019 Brrrrrrrr cold enough for ya today? It is a little brutal in that wind, but the fish don't care. There are fish to be caught you just got to put in some time. It will warm up after the weekend and maybe we will see some snow next week too, or not, that depends on who you are…

Council on Recreational Fishing Funding to meet Nov. 12 in Dover

Rich King Nov 8, 2019

Council on Recreational Fishing Funding to meet Nov. 12 in Dover DOVER (Nov. 7, 2019) – Delaware’s Council on Recreational Fishing Funding will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, in Legislative Hall’s Senate Hearing Room, 411 Legislative Avenue, Dover, DE 19901. For more information, including the meeting agenda, visit the Delaware Public…

Public Wind Farm And Fenwick Island State Park Meeting

Rich King Nov 7, 2019

Rep. Gray and Senator Hocker will host a public meeting on November 19th to answer questions about the proposed wind farm off Fenwick Island The meeting will be held at the Indian River High School Auditorium from 6 PM to 7:30 PM. DNREC and Orsted representatives will be on hand to answer questions. I would suggest you get as much…

Free Tours Of The Lightship Overfalls

Rich King Nov 7, 2019

On November 11th in celebration of veterans day, visitors can tour the Lightship Overfalls in Lewes, Delaware for free. The wheelhouse of the Overfalls lightship "Nov 6, 2019 ... The Overfalls Foundation is honoring all those who have served their country by hosting an open house with free ship tours on Veterans Day, November 11. The…

Masseys Ditch Shoal Before The Dredge Project

Rich King Nov 6, 2019

Masseys Ditch Dredge Project is Scheduled To Start In January Masseys Ditch shoal on the Indian River Bay side These "before" photos taken today by Driscoll Drones shows just how much sand is in the shoal along the outside of Masseys Ditch. That is a lot of sand and according to the map I don't think all of that will be removed.…

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife’s artificial reef program sinks retired cruise ship

Rich King Nov 4, 2019

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife’s artificial reef program sinks retired cruise ship Newest reef addition will be ‘magnet’ for fish and other marine life Retired cruise ship sunk on site 11 ... Photo Tim Mullane owner of Coleen Marine ATLANTIC OCEAN 38°40.600’N 74°43.300’W (Nov. 4, 2019) – DNREC’s artificial reef program within the…

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces Delaware hunting seasons opening in November

Rich King Nov 1, 2019

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces Delaware hunting seasons opening in November Deer shotgun, duck, Canada goose, other hunting seasons opening DOVER (Oct. 31, 2019) – Numerous Delaware hunting seasons open in November, including the shotgun deer season from Friday, Nov. 15 through Sunday, Nov. 24, Sundays included, DNREC’s…

Small Section Of Baker’s Channel Scheduled To Be Dredged

Rich King Oct 31, 2019

Baker's Channel Shoaled In Over The Summer, Catching Boats And Sea Doos Included in the Masseys Ditch Dredge Project a small section of Baker's Channel is scheduled to be dredged. The Rehoboth Bay side of the channel will be dredged about 1500 feet. That is the side that is shoaled in and was catching boats all summer. Baker's Channel…

Ocean City Angler Catches Record Gray Triggerfish

Rich King Oct 31, 2019

October 31, 2019 Maryland State Record Stood for Five Years Ocean City resident Mike Glyphis set a new Maryland state record for gray triggerfish. Glyphis caught the 5.6-pound fish Oct. 30 while fishing 16 miles offshore in the Atlantic Ocean. Glyphis said at first he thought his line was snagged on debris. But after a few tugs on his…

ASMFC Finds the Commonwealth of Virginia Out of Compliance For Menhaden

Rich King Oct 31, 2019

ASMFC Finds the Commonwealth of Virginia Out of Compliance with Amendment 3 to the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic MenhadenNoncompliance Finding to be Forwarded to the Secretary of Commerce (Oct 31, 2019) .... New Castle, NH – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission has found the Commonwealth of Virginia out of…

The Antares Launch Saturday’s Viewing Map

Rich King Oct 31, 2019

You can see the Antares launch rather far away you just need to know where to look, and more importantly when. If you are watching the launch on NASA TV keep in mind there is a bit of delay of the broadcast. If you are close make sure you are looking in the right direction when you see the launch on NASA TV, it will be a couple seconds…

ASMFC Atlantic Striped Bass Board Approves Addendum VI

Rich King Oct 31, 2019

ASMFC Atlantic Striped Bass Board Approves Addendum VI New Castle, NH )Oct,31 2019) – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board approved Addendum VI to Amendment 6 of the Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass. The Addendum reduces all state commercial quotas by 18%, and…

New 5-Stand sporting clays course at Ommelanden Hunter Education Training Center

Rich King Oct 30, 2019

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces new 5-Stand sporting clays course at Ommelanden Hunter Education Training Center NEW CASTLE (Oct. 30, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced that a new 5-Stand shotgun sporting clays course is opening at the Ommelanden Hunter Education Training Center today, Oct. 30. The new…

Masseys Ditch Dredge Project Schedule

Rich King Oct 30, 2019

Masseys Ditch Will Be Dredged And The Slurry Pumped Into The Surf Zone Of Northside beach in Delaware Seashore State Park. The DNREC workshops about Dredging and Waterway Management Operations In Delaware’s Inland Bays. Some of the boards on display has all of the information about the Masseys Dredge project. Pipes that will be…

NASA Television Coverage Set for Cygnus Resupply Mission to International Space Station

Rich King Oct 28, 2019

October 25, 2019 ... NASA commercial cargo provider Northrop Grumman is scheduled to launch its next resupply mission to the International Space Station at 9:59 a.m. EDT Saturday, Nov. 2. NASA’s prelaunch coverage will air live on NASA Television and the agency’s website beginning Friday, Nov. 1. Loaded with around 8,200 pounds of research,…

Dune Fences And Designated Accesses Coming To Lewes Beach

Rich King Oct 28, 2019

DNREC, City of Lewes to erect fencing at Lewes Beach primary dune beginning first week of November DOVER (Oct. 23, 2019) – DNREC’s Shoreline & Waterway Management Section and the City of Lewes will begin erecting fencing along the bay side of the primary dune at Lewes Beach during the first week of November. The fencing is designed to help…

Maryland Proposes Closing Striped Bass Fishing March And April

Rich King Oct 26, 2019

Maryland has a few proposals on the table for their fishery. The biggest one being closing striped bass season March and April. Anglers would not be allowed to target striped bass at all in that time period, essentially ending trophy season. "The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is considering: Putting the rules (hook requirements,…

Coastal Flood Advisory For The Delaware Beaches

Rich King Oct 26, 2019

Must be Sea Witch Festival weekend we have a coastal flood advisory for Sunday starting at 6 AM Every year we get a little weather around this weekend whether we like it or not. Post-tropical cyclone Olga is in town for the Sea Witch Festival, seems almost appropriate with that name. A few SWF weekends have been decent. Today…

Entangled Whale Rescued Off The Coast Of Ocean City

Rich King Oct 25, 2019

https://www.facebook.com/100014517646094/videos/700893300404585/ Yesterday Captain Monty Hawkins of the Morning Star, helped Maryland's Natural Resources Police (NRP) rescue a Whale off the coast of Ocean City entangled in ropes and buoys. Kudos to the crews and especially to the boat crew and anglers aboard The Glory Days for first…

Sounding Rocket Will Launch Tonight

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

NASA Wallops Flight Facility Will Launch a Sounding Rocket Tonight Go outside tonight and check this out! NASA Oct 24 ... Wallops is launching the SubTec-8 mission on a sounding rocket tonight, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. ET. It will be visible to local communities outside of Wallops. The Wallops F Light Facility Visitor Center opens at 7 p.m. for…

Maryland State Record Set with Tripletail

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

Maryland State Record Set with Tripletail Caught in Atlantic Ocean MD DNR October 23, 2019 ... Wicomico County Angler Holds First Record for Tripletail Species in Maryland Angler Don Whittington of Bivalve reeled in the state’s first-ever record tripletail off the coast of Ocean City. The 11-pound, 25.25-inch long fish was caught Oct.19…

Maryland Fishing Report – Oct. 23

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report – Oct. 23 MD DNR October 23, 2019 Photo by Steve Doctor The stormy weather during September and October often bring fishy friends from southern waters to the coast of Ocean City. Don Whittington of Bivalve, Wicomico County, was fishing near some offshore lobster pot buoys recently when he caught an 11-pound…

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces successful piping plover nesting season

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces successful piping plover nesting season Updates on other beachnesting birds LEWES (Oct. 24, 2019) – The data is in, and DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife is reporting another successful nesting season for piping plovers in Delaware. For the second year in a row, Delaware established its…

Helly Hansen Is Leaving The Rehoboth Outlets

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

Due to "reasons" Helly Hansen is leaving the Tanger Outlets in Rehoboth with a HUGE sale you don't want to miss. Helly Hansen is working on relocating in our area, but in the mean time. The Rehoboth Beach outlet is having the most epic sale you have ever seen! The store is located at 36470 Seaside Outlet Dr, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.…

ASMFC 78th Annual Meeting Supplemental Materials Now Available

Rich King Oct 24, 2019

Supplemental materials for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s 78th Annual Meeting are now available For Immediate release, Oct 23,2019 .... Supplemental materials for the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s 78th Annual Meeting are now available…

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces annual fall trout stocking of White Clay Creek

Rich King Oct 23, 2019

DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife announces annual fall trout stocking of White Clay Creek NEWARK (Oct. 23, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today the fall trout stocking of White Clay Creek, an annual tradition since 2007 to provide anglers the opportunity to fish for trout in the fall and winter. About 1,000…

Two Great White Sharks Caught A Mile Off Ocean City Maryland

Rich King Oct 22, 2019

This past weekend two great whites were caught by Drex Harrington and his dad. They were fishing off the coast of Ocean City Maryland. Literally a mile off the coast, you could probably smell the Thrasher's fries if they were open. https://www.facebook.com/IslandWatersportsOC/videos/535970703827661/ Drex Posted ... "Sunday at 9:12…

Antares Resupply Mission Launches In November From Wallops

Rich King Oct 22, 2019

WoooHoo!! We going back to NASA!! To watch the Northrop Grumman Corporation's Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo spacecraft launch This seriously excites my inner nerd. Watching the Northrop Grumman Corporation's Antares rocket and Cygnus cargo spacecraft launch is a blast, total intentional pun. In the beginning of November NASA will…

Beach Replenishment To Begin In Rehoboth And Dewey Beach

Rich King Oct 21, 2019

Rehoboth Beach nourishment project to begin under direction of DNREC, US Army Corps of Engineers REHOBOTH BEACH (Oct. 21, 2019) – The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced today that a beach nourishment project for City of Rehoboth Beach partnering DNREC’s Shoreline & Waterway Management Section with the US…

The Orionids Peak Tonight And Tomorrow

Rich King Oct 21, 2019

The Leftovers of Halley's Comet will Put On A Show The Orionids, which usually produce 20 meteors/hour and peaks on October 21st into the 22nd. This shower is from the debris of Halley’s comet and puts on one of the best shows. The dimmer meteors will be more difficult to see this year due to the nearly full moon light. …

Time To Hit The Suds For Rat Wrangling

Rich King Oct 21, 2019

Short Striped Bass Are Thick In The Surf And Easy To Catch The fall fishing is upon us, fish are on the move, and one of our favorite activities is what we call rat wrangling. Short striped bass known as rats to some surf anglers are thick in the surf right now feeding. Up north migratory bass are thick on sand eel and bunker schools…

Route 1 Is A Little Sandy Monday Morning

Rich King Oct 21, 2019

Low tide in Delaware Seashore State Park The winds have been pushing sand onto route 1 all night below the Charles W Cullen bridge in the northbound lane. There is a breach area that the last storm surge broke through the dunes two weeks ago, mostly wind and some water. Since then any easterly heavy winds are pushing sand onto the…

Little Nautical Out There Tonight

Rich King Oct 20, 2019

Rehoboth beach and all beaches right now, look like high tide at low tide. The Northeast blow will continue into tomorrow then switch to north. Flooding from rain will be the main issue for low lying communities and road. Watch out for ponding water on roads, hydroplaning is an issue. Trees have taken out a few power lines as well as cars…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 7-13

Rich King Oct 18, 2019

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 7-13 Reminder for the week: Don’t forget to download the enforcement app DENRP Tip DOVER (Oct. 18, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe…

Will Tropical Storm 16 Cap Off The Weekend

Rich King Oct 18, 2019

Thar be a storm a brewin' in the gulf and it is most likely headed our way by the end of the weekend. This could mean more beach erosion issues and some minor coastal flooding. Just a heads up to keep an eye out for this storm, though a weak tropical storm we could have some minor issues. It is beautiful weather until then get your fishing…

Young Of Year Chesapeake Bay Striped Bass Stock Assessment, Not Good

Rich King Oct 17, 2019

Striped Bass Index Documents Below-Average Year ... October 17, 2019 ... Spawning Down Among Several Species The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced the results of the young-of-year striped bass survey, which tracks reproduction of the species in Chesapeake Bay. The 2019 juvenile striped bass index is 3.4, below the 66-year…

5th annual ‘Boo-B-Que’ Oct. 18

Rich King Oct 17, 2019

DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation to host 5th annual ‘Boo-B-Que’ Oct. 18 to promote Delaware Children in Nature initiative REHOBOTH BEACH (Oct. 15, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation will host the 5th annual “Boo-B-Que By the Sea,” a barbeque cook-off competition and family festival Friday, Oct. 18 at Delaware Seashore…

Fire Control Tower Restoration Phase Three Begins With Lights Out

Rich King Oct 17, 2019

Fire Control Tower 3, the one in the parking lot at Tower Beach in Delaware Seashore State Park is in phase three of restoration. The first thing you will notice is it is not lit up cobalt blue at night anymore. The lights have been removed to allow for phase three of the restoration project. Fire Control Tower 3 at sunset this evening…

Delaware Surf Fishing Report

Rich King Oct 17, 2019

Delaware Surf Fishing Report for October 17th Delaware Surf Fishing report for the Delaware beaches, inland bays, and area waters. Brrrrrr it was a balmy fifty five degrees this morning. This is my favorite time of year to do some night fishing. Just wear warm gear that will keep you dry, Helly Hansen for the win. The water is warmer…

Assateague Coastal Trust Brings Wild & Scenic Film Festival Back To The Shore For 9th Year

Rich King Oct 17, 2019

Assateague Coastal Trust Brings Wild & Scenic Film Festival Back To The Shore For 9th Year Delmarva ... Assateague Coastal Trust (ACT), the 50 year old environmental non profit that played a significant role in preventing development on Assateague Island in the 1970’s will bring the internationally recognized Wild & Scenic Film…

Delaware Surf Fishing Tournaments Adds A kid’s Division With A Fun For The Family Twist

Rich King Oct 16, 2019

Everyone wants to bring the kids to the Delaware Surf Fishing tournaments and who can blame them, I get asked this a lot ... Could I bring my son, or daughter. Will they be in the way? Absolutely you can bring them and no they will not be in the way. Let them fish and have fun, that is up to you. Just mind your neighbors." It is always…

Part of Castle Trail on C&D Canal Conservation Area Closed

Rich King Oct 16, 2019

Part of Castle Trail on C&D Canal Conservation Area temporarily closed for repairs and to reroute damaged portion ST. GEORGES (Oct. 16, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that, effective immediately, an approximately 150-yard portion of the Michael Castle Trail on the C&D Canal Conservation Area has been…

Wednesday Night It Is Going To Blow

Rich King Oct 15, 2019

Another storm will hit us Wednesday Night with high winds Unlike last weekend with the offshore tropical storm surges and winds. We will only have a windy storm Wednesday. Gale force winds, small craft advisories. Possibly some minor coastal flooding. Winds could reach 50 mph gusts with a lot of rain. I wouldn't worry too much…

Delaware Surf Fishing Tournaments 2020

Rich King Oct 15, 2019

Delaware Surf Fishing Tournaments for the year 2020, get your calendars marked. The year is almost over, or at least it seems like it. Planning ahead for events is one way to make a year go by really fast, trust me on that, I am in outdoor expo mode right now for winter and spring. We do have one more tournament for the year. The Fall…

Delaware Surf Fishing Beach Trashed Saturday Night

Rich King Oct 13, 2019

Constant Misuse of Drive On Beaches Could Reduce Access For Surf Anglers and Beach Visitors Beach Plum Island State Park was trashed over night. Literally there is a bag of trash spread all over the beach, and a fire is still burning. The trash bag was likely spread around by animals (foxes). There is also a truck left behind, stuck in…

Fall Fish Bowl Surf Fishing Tournament 2019

Rich King Oct 12, 2019

Fall Fish Bowl Surf Fishing Tournament 2019 is on November 30th, Thanksgiving Weekend Last year due to an overwhelming response we were asked to set up a fall fish surf fishing tournament for later in the season. We picked Thanksgiving weekend because people are able to get around easier on a holiday. Not to mention by Friday,…

Surf Fishing Nor’easter Conditions Where And How

Rich King Oct 12, 2019

Surf Fishing Nor'easter conditions is fun and you can catch fish, just be careful People keep asking should I surf fish this storm surge, and they absolutely should. We always surf fish nor’easter conditions in the fall for striped bass. Bait fish are pushed into pockets and against structure. Striped bass love to feed in these conditions. The…

Another High Tide And Tidal Flood Cycle Begins

Rich King Oct 12, 2019

High tide is an hour away (8:22 AM) for the beaches and a couple hours away for the inland bay communities. Water is stacked up in the inland bays. The wind is out of the north, but tonight after midnight it will shift to west winds. That will help push water out of the inland bays on the outgoing tide. Everyone is hoping this is the last…

Expect More Tidal Flooding Tonight On The Beaches To The Inland Bays

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Everywhere will flood tonight a little worse than today for Route 1, the beaches, and the inland bays Since the inland bays are already full and then some. Low tide looked like high tide this afternoon. It looked more like a higher than normal full moon tide. Most of the water hasn't left the bays. This will allow places to not only…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police assist in search for missing windsurfer

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police assist in search for missing windsurfer who was found safe on shore DEWEY BEACH (Oct. 11, 2019) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers responded to a report from Dewey Beach seasonal police officers of an overdue windsurfer who went missing on Rehoboth Bay Thursday…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 30-Oct. 6

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Reminder for the week: Where to find Sunday deer hunting information and related wildlife area maps DOVER (Oct. 11, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish &…

Long Neck Road Was A No Wake Zone This Morning

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Long Neck road flooded at high tide today, be careful tonight after 10 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xl9vHWJnZ9A&t=14s Driscoll Drones took some killer shots of Long Neck road flooded at the White House Beach slough below Mariners Cove. The Inland Bay communities that usually flood have and then some. Long Neck Road…

Parts of Route 1 Are Flooded Along the Beaches

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Inland Bay Tidal Flooding SI Going To Be Worse Tonight Just a heads up, but now that the tide is fully in around the inland bays. Route 1 has flooded on both sides. Not surprised at all. Expect this to happen tonight about 10 to 11:30 PM and tomorrow morning about an hour later than today. Route 1 flooded .. Chris Mitten Last time…

Why is it nice out and flooding?

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Offshore Storms Will Cause Coastal Flooding From Storm Surge, Full Moon Tides, and Wind This has been the question of the day. The storm off the coast is the reason. It is pretty big, it has stalled, and is pushing water as storm surge, with sustained winds. If you look off the coast you can see clouds in "bands". The full moon tides are…

The Point is closed in Cape Henlopen State Park

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Nor'easter conditions closed the point due to flooded beaches and dunes The water is pushing into the dunes at the point. That low spot that pools into the dunes has been filling since the tide came in this morning. I would expect the point to be closed for most of the day. It really isn't smart to drive out there in wet sand and cross…

Friday Beach Conditions Route 1 Is Getting Wet

Rich King Oct 11, 2019

Water is to the dune lines this morning at high tide and route 1 is flooding a little. Nor'easter conditions persist today and water is to the dunes on all beaches. Deldot is keeping an eye on the Faithful Steward crossing area, that spot breaches on occasion. Lewes canal is full and overflowing into the marshes. Savannah road is…

The difference Between Last Weekend and This Weekend Is Longer Swells

Rich King Oct 10, 2019

Longer swells create larger or bigger waves with more force and water to pound a beach. Ocean City flooded at high tide this evening, not surprising that town always floods, but it didn't last week. Those fart can cars are going to have an interesting weekend. Long Neck road flooded at the old Malones area below Mariners Cove. The…

Few Days Of Flooded Beaches And Inland Bays

Rich King Oct 10, 2019

Expect inland bay and beach flooding from nor'easter conditions for the next four days' high tide cycles Today into this weekend we will be treated to total nor'easter conditions. The beaches are flooding to the dune lines at high tide already. The inland bays are overflowing in the usual areas. The next four days of high tide will be…

First Nor’easter of the year

Rich King Oct 9, 2019

Now we are in nor'easter season, still not out of hurricane season, but these are worse. Heavy sustained winds will and already are moving sand and pushing waves into the coast. Beaches are eroding. Everyone here this summer was treated to those conditions minus the cold and rain. Remember when the north easterly wind and waves carved…

War On The Shore 2019 Results

Rich King Oct 7, 2019

War On The Shore 2019 On Saturday, October 5th, 2019 ... 108 surf anglers gathered on Herring point beach to Gordons pond in Cape Henlopen State Park, to battle it out for the top prize of three grand. They dealt with nor'easter conditions, heavy winds and waves. These folks, the self proclaimed hardcore to the amateur surf angler were…

Minor Tidal Flooding Around The Inland Bays

Rich King Oct 3, 2019

Heads up inland bay communities, the ocean water is being pushed in at the inlets and will for the next couple of tides and days. We have higher than normal tides from the king tides, east winds, and new moon tides. Northeast blow conditions this weekend after it switches southeast conditions this evening, That means we will get a little…

Check Out Coast Day In Lewes

Rich King Oct 3, 2019

DNREC showcases Delaware’s coastal and natural resources on Oct. 6 at Coast Day in Lewes LEWES (Oct. 2, 2019) – Delaware’s coastal and natural resources will be featured from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 6 at DNREC’s Coast Day education tent between the Smith and Cannon buildings on the campus of the University of Delaware’s College of…

Maryland Fishing Report – Oct. 2

Rich King Oct 3, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report From Maryland DNR October 2, 2019 The catch-and release fishery for red drum is particularly exciting as evidenced by that big smile on Tim Campbell’s face before he slips this beautiful fish back into the Bay. Photo courtesy of Tim Campbell As we transition to October, summer-type weather has continued to hold on…

DNREC to hold public workshops about dredging, waterway management operations in Delaware’s Inland Bays

Rich King Oct 3, 2019

DOVER (Oct. 3, 2019) – DNREC’s Shoreline & Waterway Management Section will be holding three informational public open house workshops to share information about dredging and other waterway management operations in Delaware. The workshops are scheduled as follows: · Wednesday, Oct. 23, 5-7:30 p.m., South Coastal Library, 43 Kent…

Nautical Is A Good Word For Today At The Beach

Rich King Oct 3, 2019

Beaches will flood a bit today at high tide around noon. Water is already up and over the drop offs at the bebaches. If you are headed out today mind the lower beaches. Meaning some beaches are higher than others. The low spots at the surf fishing drive on beaches are the point, naval crossing, that section at conquest just above…

War On The Shore 2019 Surf Fishing Area and Prizes Update

Rich King Oct 2, 2019

All right gang we are just three days away from War On The Shore 2019! We are a go for the 5th of October. The beaches are looking better each day, despite the fact we have two new tides, high tide and higher than high tide. The weather has laid down a lot but we could still be a little nautical on Saturday. High tide is at 3 PM on…

Fenwick Island State Park’s Proposal and Partnership

Rich King Oct 1, 2019

Delaware State Parks is hosting an open house about a possible partnership with the Orsted offshore wind energy company and their offshore wind turbine farm, The Skipjack Fenwick Island State Park proposed improvements overall map The Fenwick Island State Park open house Wednesday night, Oct 2nd at 5 PM to 7 PM for the public to see the…

Most Beaches Are Flooded At High Tide

Rich King Oct 1, 2019

This morning at 10 AM the beaches in Cape Henlopen State Park were covered in water and high tide wasn't until 11 AM. Yesterday Cape parks staff closed the point and naval crossing for high tide. The Hurricane creating this storm surge during these higher than normal tides should calm down a lot by Saturday. The marine forecast keeps…

Bull Red Drum Are On The Move

Rich King Sep 30, 2019

A few nights ago Dave Moore was fishing Maryland and landed three bull red drum. That is good news, they are a little early according to some, but to Dave, right on time. He sent me a few pictures the other night ... "I picked up a few reds for the season already, a lot of people don't think they are here yet." I'll be right there was my…

First Seal Sighting Of The Season

Rich King Sep 30, 2019

This past Friday at the point Suzanne Martin saw a seal in the rip off the point. "He is hanging out where I want to fish. He is watching me….like girl, what you got in that cooler…." I went to the point to get a good picture, then that kayaker in distress took up our attention. That is another story. Been a crazy weekend with seals,…

War On The Shore Update

Rich King Sep 30, 2019

This weekend is War On The Shore in Cape Henlopen State Park. The weather is going to be a little rough I am seeing. Not much we can do about that. Packet pick up starts today to Friday, at Icehouse Bait and Tackle 11 AM to 7 PM. You can still sign up at the shop or online until Friday. Calcutta for the bluefish at $20 will be collected…

Watch Tow Boat Salvage A Boat On The Beach In CHSP Today

Rich King Sep 28, 2019

(September 2019) ... Captain Clarke Droney just called and asked us where this boat was exactly on the beach in Cape Henlopen State Park. They need to bring in a trailer with gear for the salvage job. How they will do this is to be determined. Most likely they will pull it off the beach and may need to wait until high tide. Stay tuned.…

The Damn Fly Meter There’s An App For That

Rich King Sep 27, 2019

How Bad Are The Flies At The Beach Today, What Is The DFM? Probably the most popular or asked question on every locals page coast wide. How bad are the flies at the beach today? Those gnarly biting black marsh flies. We all know a west wind is the worst for conditions and the DFM will be a 10. DFM, if you aren't in the know is the…

Indoor Shooting Range Coming To Millsboro, Delaware

Rich King Sep 27, 2019

LONG AWAITED INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE SET FOR EARLY WINTER 2020 OPENING MILLSBORO, DE. (September 19, 2019) – Range Time shooting range, a 15,000 square foot facility located at 38531 Parker Road in Millsboro, is scheduled to open to the public in the early Winter of 2020. The range is conveniently located 5 miles east of Route 50, 9 miles west…

Delaware Fishing Report September 26

Rich King Sep 26, 2019

Fishing Report for Delaware waters and area surf fishing beaches Welcome to fall, loving those ninety degree days! It is much cooler now, beautiful at night, and dropping water temperatures. Anglers reminisce of days gone by of fall striped bass runs. The back in the day stories get better every year. Some think this…

OC Reef Foundation Reef Report

Rich King Sep 26, 2019

Greetings All,Did a couple reef monitoring trips this year with world-class underwater videographer Nick Caloyianis. This last trip I was also fortunate to have friend of reef building and life-long diver, Capt Ted Green along.With nearly zero visability nearshore along the Maryland coast, we slipped off a bit further to Monk’s Reef at the Great…

Maryland Fishing Report – Sept. 25

Rich King Sep 26, 2019

Maryland DNR Fishing Report – Sept. 25 Travis Long and Justin Beam quickly hold up a pair of huge red drum before slipping them back into the bay. Photo courtesy of Travis Long As summer slips into history and we step into fall, there is a lot of exciting fishing in Maryland. Trout fishermen are getting ready for the fall stocking…

Beach Clean Up Trash, Treasures, And Tacos

Rich King Sep 24, 2019

The last Tuesday beach clean up was this morning at Keybox beach to Faithful Steward crossing into coin beach. We stopped short for the heavy equipment working on the northside beach. We will resume this Sunday and start weekend clean ups. We like to do the weekends in the off season, it is easier for many to participate. Next weekend will…

Spotted Lanternfly Found In Sussex County

Rich King Sep 23, 2019

The Spotted Lanternfly Is An Invasive Species in Delaware Threatening Agriculture Today Tom Wright was sitting at his picnic table in Lincoln, Delaware, and a spotted lantern fly landed next to him. He squashed it and posted a picture. "Is this that invasive lantern bug". I gave him the link for spotted lanternfly sightings in…

What The Phrag?

Rich King Sep 23, 2019

Phragmites australis is an invasive plant in The State Of Delaware Controlling Its Growth Is A Challenge Common throughout the State, and a something you see but never really think about, most of the Phragmites australis in Delaware is actually invasive. During the 1800’s, European strains of "Phrag", also known as Common Reed, were introduced…

The Indian River Inlet Bridge Is Lit Up Purple

Rich King Sep 22, 2019

The Charles W Cullen Bridge Known Locally As The Indian River Inlet Bridge Light's Are Purple For National Recovery Month Every September is National Recovery Month. In recognition of that the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) has lit up the Charles W Cullen Bridge (Indian River Inlet Bridge) and the route 1 toll…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series Wrap Up

Rich King Sep 22, 2019

DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 10 Results And Grand Finale Saturday was the last of the DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series. This is a FREE surf fishing tournament. Surf anglers have been competing every other weekend all summer for prizes donated by our event sponsors ... DS Custom Tackle, Fishbites, WMF Marine, Iron Hill…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 10 Card And Grand Finale

Rich King Sep 20, 2019

DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 10 and Grand Finale Alright gang tomorrow is the last of the DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam series, we are on number 10! Your card for the day is the 8 of clubs. It is also the Grand Finale for overall points. We will meet at 2 PM at Crooked Hammock on Sunday for the series 10 awards and the Grand…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 9-15

Rich King Sep 20, 2019

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 9-15 Reminder for the week: Importing harvested deer carcasses or parts from other states into Delaware DOVER (Sept. 20, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and…

Coastal And Bay Water Temperatures Are Dropping

Rich King Sep 20, 2019

The past few days Masseys ditch water temperatures have plummeted to a low of sixty-seven degrees at low tide this morning, only going up a tick or two for high tide. In four days it has dropped ten plus degrees. The cool nights are dropping the inland bay water temperatures. That is why the striped bass have schooled up thicker and are…

Dead Low Tide Looks Like High Tide Right Now

Rich King Sep 20, 2019

The Storm Surge From Hurricane Humberto Is Pushing A Lot Of Wave Action Onto The Beaches Despite the fact there is no wind and it is calm and man that temperature! Who else is excited it was 49 degrees this morning? It is just past dead low tide and the water is up this far on the beaches of the inlet and Rehoboth beach. Pictured in…

Penn Versus Diawa Surf Fishing Reels

Rich King Sep 20, 2019

Penn And Diawa Reels Are Similar In Parts As Well As Performance Which Makes Them Both A Durable And Popular Reel For Surf Fishing Today on Reel Talk ... Bill McGee shows us the similarities of two popular surf fishing reels. The Penn 750 SS first generation compared to the Diawa GS90. I have been using both of these brands, and…

The “Secret” Bait For Catching Pompano In Delaware

Rich King Sep 19, 2019

Michele Trotter Shared Her Secret Pompano Bait Recipe With Everyone. (Sept 2019) ... If you saw the update last weekend, Michele Trotter was bailing pompano two at a time in the DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series, which by the way the 10th and final is this weekend. So how did she manage tocatch two pompano at a time and so many in such…

Delaware Memorial Bridge Will Close This Sunday

Rich King Sep 19, 2019

The heavy lift vessel Zhen Hua 26 is headed to the Port of Philadelphia Well not for the entire day, but it has to close for this super-post-Panamax crane to safely pass under the twin spans. The ship, Zhen Hua 26, a heavy lift vessel is anchored off Lewes right now, you can see it from the point and the overlook in Cape Henlopen State…

War On The Shore Walk In Sign Ups And Update

Rich King Sep 19, 2019

War On The Shore 2019 in Cape Henlopen State Park is October 5th Icehouse Bait and Tackle is now accepting walk in sign ups for War On The Shore. If you want the T shirt or Hoodie, it would be preferred you register for War On The Shore online, but you can order them as well at the shop. Don't hesitate, once we hit 300 anglers sign ups…

Delaware Weekend Weather Outlook

Rich King Sep 19, 2019

Weekend Weather Outlook Whether You Like It Or Not Is Going To Be a Little Nautical We have been dealing with storm surge from Hurricane Humberto off our coast, wayyyy off our coast. North Carolina was getting the brunt yesterday, we are getting less, but it is still nautical. Small craft advisories and rip current advisories. The waves…

Fenwick Island State Park Open House

Rich King Sep 19, 2019

DNREC invites public to Oct. 2 open house on Fenwick Island State Park improvements as part of proposed public-private partnership FENWICK (Sept. 19, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation will host a public open house from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2 to review potential improvements to Fenwick Island State Park as part of a…

Maryland Fishing Report – Sept. 18

Rich King Sep 18, 2019

Maryland Fishing Report – Sept. 18 MD DNR Photo by Jim Livingston The change of seasons is always a push-and-pull affair – recently it seemed that summer is just not ready to let go. This is a wonderful time of the year to enjoy the outdoor activities Maryland’s warm weather affords, and is perhaps the best time of the year to enjoy large…

DDA Extends Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Zones

Rich King Sep 18, 2019

Delaware Department Of Agriculture Extends Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Zones in New Castle County. November 2017, the concern of a possible spotted lanternfly invasion was brought up buy the feds and the DDA, now we are having serious issues. Before you even ask why are we talking about this, we do NOT want the spotted lantern fly in…

Omega Protein Harms Fisherman Along the East Coast with Refusal to Comply with Regulated Best Practices

Rich King Sep 17, 2019

Chesapeake Bay Defense Foundation Sept 17, 2019. For Immediate Release Last week, Omega Protein announced they do not care about the Chesapeake Bay menhaden fishing restrictions set by Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) and they will continue fishing in the bay despite breaching the bay cap set by ASMFC. Virginia…

NASA Sounding Rocket Launches Tomorrow

Rich King Sep 16, 2019

NASA Will Launch A Sounding Rocket Tuesday From Wallops Island, Virgina If you happen to be at the beach tomorrow or out and about for the morning, keep an eye on the sky. NASA is launching a sounding rocket from Wallops Island, VA. Unfortunately there won't be any way to know exactly when it will launch. Usually there are live video feeds…

Live Whale Washes Ashore In Ocean City Maryland

Rich King Sep 15, 2019

A live Sperm whale washed ashore over night in Ocean City Maryland possibly emergency crews are on scene. This morning a sperm whale, still alive, washed ashore in front of the High Point South Condominiums in Ocean City Maryland. They posted a couple pictures to their Facebook page. Chuck McMillan is on scene with a live video we…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 Tournament results

Rich King Sep 14, 2019

Great day for a surf fishing tournament, despite the rough conditions in the surf. Some areas were calmer than others. The bayside of the point was the nicest, and the ocean surf was nautical. Angry seas, but there were fish to catch. Lot of striped bass in the wash and those little puppy drum. The pompano bite today was off the…

Surf Fishing Conditions For Saturday The 14th

Rich King Sep 14, 2019

Surf Fishing Conditions for the Delaware Beaches and Delaware State Park Beaches Wind has laid down a bit but the water is up over the beaches. High tide is over two hours away, watch yourselves if you drove onto the beaches to surf fish. It is a bit nautical out there. Small craft advisory into this evening. South East winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas…

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 card

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

Tomorrow is DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 That Was Postponed From Last Week Everyone have fun tomorrow in the DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9. The card tomorrow is the four of clubs. The weather is going too be a little nautical, not sure how bad or good compared to last weekend, but fish are out there. We will…

New Delaware State Record Blue Catfish Catch

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Announces New Delaware State Record Blue Catfish Catch SEAFORD (Sept. 13, 2019) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife has confirmed a new state record in the Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament: a 43-inch, 47.75-pound blue catfish caught Aug. 31 on the Nanticoke River by Colt Williamson of Harrington.…

DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 2-8

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

Reminder for the week: Hunters should observe surroundings, know safety zone requirements DOVER (Sept. 13, 2019) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife…

Families Day at the Beach features fishing tournament, picnic and ferry ride

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

Special Olympics Delaware Families' Day at the Beach features fishing tournament, picnic and ferry ride LEWES, Del. — More than 250 Special Olympics athletes and family members are expected to gather on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Cape Henlopen State Park fishing pier for the 28th annual Special Olympics Delaware Families…

Delaware Fishing Report Friday The Thirteenth

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

Fishing report for Delaware Beaches, Bay, Inland Bays and Area waters Hurricane Dorian Storm surge was a little rough, and ate some beaches up a tad last weekend, but the fishing was not too bad the rest of the week. The beaches survived the storm surge, and are a lot flatter with wide surf. They look like Assateague and New Jersey surf…

Gordon’s Pond Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park to close September 16th for maintenance work

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

Gordon’s Pond Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park to close September 16th for maintenance work LEWES (Sept. 13, 2019) – The Gordon’s Pond Trail at Cape Henlopen State Park will close at 7:00 a.m. on September 16th for routine trail maintenance and invasive species control. The area will remain closed until Division of Parks &…

The Weather Is Rather Nautical Today

Rich King Sep 13, 2019

The Seas Are Rough Today My Friends, Small Craft And Rip Current Advisories For Friday The Thirteenth The winds are supposed to lay down by Sunday, in the mean time we have Small craft advisories and rip current advisories into Saturday night. High tide is at 8 AM and the east wind is pushing water onto the the beaches. Northside will take a…

National Hurricane Center Warns Invest 95L Will Impact the Bahamas and Florida

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

A TROPICAL CYCLONE IS EXPECTED TO FORM NEAR THE NORTHWESTERN BAHAMAS NHC ... The government of the Bahamas has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for the following islands in the Northwest Bahamas the Abacos, Berry Islands, Bimini, Eleuthera, Grand Bahama Island, and New Providence. Tropical storm conditions are expected within the warning area in…

Delaware Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries Meeting

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

Delaware Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries to meet Sept. 18 in Dover DOVER (Sept. 12, 2019) – Delaware’s Advisory Council on Tidal Finfisheries will meet regarding various tidal finfish management issues at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901. For more information, including the meeting…

Drones Are Necessary Tools For Assisting Fire And Rescue Services

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

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

Maryland Announces Fall Trout Stocking Schedule

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

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

Myrtle Beach Sets Creel Limit On Jeeps

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

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

Airing Down Old School Versus New School

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

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

Weekend Warrior Weather For Surf Fishing

Rich King Sep 12, 2019

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

Maryland Fishing Report – September 11

Rich King Sep 11, 2019

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

Water Hazard Warning Muggy Lee Hits Outer Wall And Is Adrift

Rich King Sep 11, 2019

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

North Side Beach At The Indian River Inlet Under Repair

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

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

Delaware Beach Clean Ups Have resumed

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

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

Full Moon On Friday The Thirteenth What Could Go Wrong

Rich King Sep 10, 2019

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

Delaware Fishing Report Weekend Wrap Up

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

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

Delaware State Parks Bans Firewood

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

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

Building A Boat Ramp

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

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

Indian River Coast Guard Gets The Catch Of The Weekend

Rich King Sep 9, 2019

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

BOLO For MERR Looking For Washed Up Marine Mammals

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

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

Watch Your Surroundings On The Outgoing Tides

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

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

Saturday Sept. 7th Surf Conditions

Rich King Sep 7, 2019

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

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

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Check Out These Web Cams For Live Beach Conditions

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Indian River Inlet North Beach Is Taking A Beating

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

The Wind Is This Bad At The Beach

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

DSF’s Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series 9 Postponed

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Delaware State Parks Closing Drive On Beaches

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Maryland Fishing Report – September 4

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Surf Fish The Hurricane Dorian Storm Surge But Watch Your Six

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

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

Rich King Sep 6, 2019

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

Northside Beach Is Closed

Rich King Sep 5, 2019

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

Hurricane Dorian Winds Arrive In Delaware

Rich King Sep 5, 2019

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

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

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

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

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

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

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

Hurricane Dorian Finally Takes A Turn

Rich King Sep 4, 2019

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

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

Rich King Sep 3, 2019

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

Servicing a Penn 7500 SS Series Reel

Rich King Sep 3, 2019

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

Delaware State Police Looking For Bait Shop Shoplifting Suspect

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

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

Fish Finally Showed Up At The Point With a Surprise

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

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

The Catch Of A Lifetime

Rich King Sep 2, 2019

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

Pompano Are Big This Summer

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

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

Boats Not Allowed On Park Beaches

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

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

The Bayside Of The Point Is Closed

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

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

Hurricane Dorian Is A Category 5

Rich King Sep 1, 2019

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

Check The Tide Tables And Know The Water

Rich King Aug 31, 2019

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

Ambient Weather Station Live On The Beach

Rich King Aug 31, 2019

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

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

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

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

Icehouse Bait and Tackle Has Moved To Route 1

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

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

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

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

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

Ocean City Sportsman Expo

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

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

Indian River Inlet Northside Beach Took A Beating

Rich King Aug 30, 2019

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

Rehoboth Lewes Canal Water Hazard Large Tree In Water

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

The Humpback Whale At The Point

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

Cape Henlopen State Park Point Looks Great

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

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

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

The Point In Cape Henlopen State Park Is Open

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

Local’s Call To Action Bursts Corporate Promotional Balloon

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

Shark Identification Made Easy

Rich King Aug 29, 2019

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

Broadkill Beach Recreational Water Advisory

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

Maryland Fishing Report – August 28

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

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

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

Striped Bass And Mullet On The Move

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

Coastal Flood Advisory

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

Tropical Storm Erin To Hit Coast And Canyons With Storm Surge

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

Labor Day DUI Checkpoints Around the State of Delaware

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

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

Rich King Aug 28, 2019

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

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