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Tuna Washes Up On A Jersey Beach
You never know what will wash up on a beach, striped bass anglers early this morning in New Jersey found one hell of a catch on the beach. A large tuna was discovered by surf casters on a beach in New Jersey's Island Beach State Park. The eyes are not clouded over and rumor is it was still alive somewhat.
About 3 years ago we had…
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Weekend Weather, Wind, Rain, and Water Temps Whether You Like It Or Not
Windy all week, now it is raining, again. Good times but it is that time of year, cold wet and rainy. This weekend we will have some high temperatures on Sunday. It will be very windy so watch the surf wash at high tide. Granted it is also supposed to rain, but you know how the weather works around here, it changes every fifteen minutes. …
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Nov. 19-25
Reminder for the week: Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police hiring full-time officers
DOVER (Nov. 30, 2018) – To achieve public compliance with laws and regulations through education and enforcement actions that help conserve Delaware’s fish and wildlife resources and ensure safe boating and public safety, DNREC’s Fish & Wildlife…
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Feds to Authorize Companies to Harm Dolphins and Whales with Seismic Airgun Blasting Activities in Atlantic Ocean
Oceana Releases New Interactive “We’re Watching” Map to Track Seismic Activity
(Washington DC ... Friday, November 30, 2018) .. Today, the National Marine Fisheries Service will authorize companies to harm marine mammals like dolphins and whales with seismic airgun blasting activities in the Atlantic Ocean. This dangerous and extremely…
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DSF’s Surf Fishing Tournament Schedule for 2019
We have a few tournaments coming up in 2019 and wanted to list them all here so you can get your calendars marked. We also have a very cool online surf fishing tournament we will be dong throughout the summer. It is nearly impossible to do a summer tourney on the weekends, but online it is breeze.
DSF's Summer Surf Fishing Slam Series…
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Tow Boat US Pulls Car From Indian River
Tow boat US Indian River doesn't have a car towing service, but they do a lot more than just tow and pull boats all day. A few days ago a car was discovered underwater near the end of Warwick road. This road literally runs right into the Indian River, just below the power plant. It is a great place to launch a kayak by the way. …
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Long Neck Fire Ruled Arson
In the beginning of November the Carillion woods apartment complex was set on fire. It was a massive fire that took several companies to put out. Thank you all for that, this is the community I live in back here in the country. Good to see the fast response.
Unfortunately this has been ruled as intentionally set and is now an arson…
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Getting Bent On The Beach
Just before the holidays you would expect to just see a few vehicles headed out to the beach, to fish. The last thing you would think to see is a Bentley on the drive on ramp. But here we are.
Maybe they were trying to top the Tesla on the beach. Story goes this Bentley was driven onto the OSV at Assateague on purpose. Apparently…
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Laurel man arrested by DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit for illegal dumping in Sussex County
GEORGETOWN (Nov. 29, 2018) – Following an investigation into a complaint of illegal dumping on Hastings Farm Road in Georgetown, Natural Resources Police Officers with DNREC’s Environmental Crimes Unit arrested a Laurel man Nov. 28 for illegal dumping of refuse. While on patrol, officers observed approximately six bags of household garbage dumped…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife promotes December hunting and trapping season openings Duck, Canada goose, brant, and antlerless deer hunting season splits open; furbearer trapping seasons open in all three counties
DOVER (Nov. 29, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife is promoting the December openings of Delaware’s duck, Canada goose, brant, and antlerless deer hunting season splits, as well as the opening of furbearer trapping seasons. Numerous other hunting seasons remain open in December.
Hunters are reminded of expanded Sunday deer hunting…
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Learn To Tie A Spearing Fly With Knee Deep Fly Fishing
Micah Dammeyer is the owner of Knee Deep Fly fishing and guides in the gunpowder. When he can't fish, he is preparing to fish. Tying flies, tweaking gear, basically the same stuff we all do in one form or another. The video below is a great little tutorial on tying one of these spearing flies.
This particular fly he is tying is working…
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ASMFC Presents Roy W. Miller Prestigious Captain David H. Hart Award
New York, NY – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission presented Roy W. Miller, Delaware’s Governor Appointee to the Commission and former Director of Delaware’s Division of Fish and Wildlife, the Captain David H. Hart Award, its highest annual award, at the Commission’s 77th Annual Meeting in New York City. Mr. Miller has admirably served…
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Blue Angels Will Fly By Ocean City
The OC Airshow is in June but in order to be prepared the headliner this year, the Blue Angels, based in Pensacola, Florida will make a quick fly by of Ocean City, MD. Lieutenant Cary Rickoff and Lieutenant Commander Adam Kerrick will land at NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility at 2:30 p.m.
The fly by will occur before they land at…
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Watch NASA Land A Craft On Mars Live Today
At about 2:54 PM we will be able to watch NASA land a spacecraft on Mars. This craft known as the InSight lander and will study below the surface of mars. Should be a really interesting show to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwMDvPCGeE0
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Fall Fish Bowl Results
The inaugural Fall Fish Bowl was on Thanksgiving weekend. We got lucky with the weather, because the rain held off for most of the day. 67 surf anglers competed for prizes and bragging rights. Huge thanks to everyone for coming out we raised $305 for Frets 4 Vets with ticket sales.
The day started out a little gloomy looking with…
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Despite The Cold You Should Be Fishing
It doesn't take much to get these striped bass moving and feeding. This cold snap is definitely making that happen. The main migration is still way up north but there are fish on the move. If you are not out there you could easily miss fish just swimming by Delaware. The water temperatures are perfect.
Sea lice are all over the…
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When You Get Skunked But There Is An Airshow
Happy Thanksgiving!! ... Have a great day, be safe out there it is cold! We spent over three hours on the outgoing tide yesterday all over Cape Henlopen. The ocean was flat calm, like a lake. I think the biggest wave we saw was eighteen inches, tops. We were tossing plugs, spoons, white plastics, green plastics, and sand eel flies on AVA jigs.…
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Fall Fish Bowl Packet Pick up, Awards Venue, and Details
We have been trying to post all day Facebook, and the internet pick the worst times to go straight up wonky.
The awards ceremony is at Crabby Dicks on route 1,18831 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Huge thanks to John for accommodating us at the last-minute. We will be set up in the back area, and start the awards around 5 PM…
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Closure of Woodland Ferry for Five Year Annual Maintenance & Inspection by U.S. Coast Guard
TRAFFIC ALERT - Closure of Woodland Ferry for Five Year Annual Maintenance & Inspection by U.S. Coast Guard
Seaford (Sussex County) --
WHEN: Until further notice
WHERE: Woodland Ferry, Seaford
WHAT: DelDOT announces that Woodland Ferry will be closed for their five-year annual maintenance and U.S. Coast Guard's inspection. The U.S.…
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DNREC Division of Parks & Recreation to offer free admission to Delaware’s state parks and the Brandywine Zoo on Black Friday
DOVER (Nov. 16, 2018) – 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 can enjoy free entry to state parks on Black Friday, Nov. 23. The Brandywine Zoo is joining in on the outdoor fun and will also…
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Delaware Surf Fishing Tag Auction Starts This Week
Delaware State Parks is having another numbered black Delaware surf fishing tag auction. Details and the links you need are below.
Next Auction
November 23 (Black Friday) through December 5, 2018
Auction website: www.USGovBid.com
2-, 3- and 4-digit surf tag numbers available at this auction:
27
62
107
262
Choice of 51 – 200…
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Inland Bay Buoys Will Be Pulled Soon
Every year these buoys have to be pulled from the inland bays. The USCG Indian River informed us the buoys in the back bays (inland bays) will be pulled on December 10th. If you are planning on keeping your boat in beyond then to fish, I would go out and start marking buoys if you have not already.
The buoys are pulled every…
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Fishy Weekend Into A Cold Week
The low on Wednesday is 26 degrees, you should be fishing all week. The striped bass are reacting well to the cold. Over the weekend the action turned back on after the water calmed down and cleared up. Inland bays are fluctuating between 51 and 48 degrees, expect that to drop more this week. The Delaware Bay and the surf are in the lower…
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Nov. 5-11
Reminder for the week: Where to find Sunday deer hunting area maps and information
DOVER (Nov.16, 2018) – 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 Fish & Wildlife Natural…
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Water Temperatures Are Plummeting
Old Man winter wants to go rock fishing. Because of the last storm (last weekend) and this first snow for some of you storm, the water temperatures are dropping fast. The inland bays have dipped as low as twelve degrees in six days. Last weekend started out around sixty degrees and then the temperatures just dropped dramatically in two days. A…
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High Tide And The Surf Is Wide
GALE WARNING ... Well it is raining, again. If you are up north the snow has people all jammed up. It wasn't supposed to snow as much, but the temperature dropped just a couple of degrees and here we are with more snow. Ever notice the first snow no matter how little there is the accidents are out of control?
The surf, due to the wind…
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Antares Launch Update
The Antares launch has been postponed due to weather, the new launch date is now Friday November 16th at 4:23 AM.
This launch is looking good for Friday, but could also be scrubbed due to the incoming weather. Stay tuned.
Fish on!
Rich King
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Antares Rocket Launch At NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility
I was supposed to attend this launch, but there was a schedule conflict with another event this week. I am still going to try to pull it off, all in one very long day. It is fun to watch the launch with the media at the Wallops Flight facility, you are as up close and personal as they will allow anyone. The only issue at this point is a weather…
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The Leonids Meteor Shower Peak Is Coming
The weather is looking close to good enough to see this show. We are already missing the Northern Taurids' peak due to cloud cover. The Leonids meteor shower will peak this weekend, November 17th to the 18th. Producing 10-20 meteors/hour. The moon will affect this shower, but after moonset, which is at 2 AM, then viewing will be much easier.…
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DNREC Dedicates New Auburn Valley State Park in Yorklyn
YORKLYN (Nov. 9, 2018) – Governor John Carney and DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin were joined by U.S. Senator Tom Carper, state legislators, New Castle County and local officials, neighbors, and friends, at the dedication and ribbon-cutting of Delaware’s newest and 17th state park, the Auburn Valley State Park in Yorklyn.
Formerly the Auburn…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces Sportsmen Against Hunger program butcher shops and cooler locations accepting donated deer
Processed venison donated to charitable organizations
DOVER (Nov. 9, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today the private butcher shops and DNREC cooler locations that accept donated deer for the Sportsmen Against Hunger program during Delaware’s 2018/19 deer hunting season. Deer generously donated by successful deer…
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It’s Windy Again Must Be The Weekend
Gale warnings and small craft advisory ... Well the wind picked back up and is going to blow all weekend. We had flat calm for about two days and some decent fishing in the surf for blues and short striped bass. The surf is wide today, but fishable. The water is also gorgeous crystal clear right now, which is odd for the amount of wind.…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife To Close Phillips Landing Boat Ramp For Reconstruction
DOVER (Nov. 5, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today the anticipated nearly six-month closure of the Phillips Landing Boat Ramp west of Laurel for reconstruction and expansion of the boat ramp beginning Monday, Nov. 12 and continuing through April 30, 2019, weather permitting.
The portion of the parking area closest to…
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Sailboat Anchored In The Indian River Inlet Rescued by Coast Guard
Charlie Gardner posted this photo this morning of a sailboat stuck in the middle of the Indian River Inlet. "The Coast Guard was working on removing the boat around 7 AM. It looked like it was snagged. They were well past the rail, this was during the middle of the incoming tide." We all started speculating on his post on the Delaware Surf…
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Delaware to Hold ASMFC Hearing on Summer Flounder and Black Sea Bass Recreational Management on November 8 in Dover
Delaware will host an Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) hearing on Draft Addenda XXXI and XXXII to the Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Sea Bass Fishery Management Plan (FMP) at 6 PM on November 8, 2018 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover. ASMFC seeks input on the management options for Summer Flounder and Black Sea…
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Nighttime Closure of SR 1 in Both Directions
DELDOT TRAFFIC ALERT (Nov,5 2018) - Nighttime Closure of SR 1 in Both Directions. From NE 10th Street to SR 36 in Milford Beginning Monday November 12
Milford --The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that State Route 1 will be closed in both directions from NE 10th Street to SR 36 in Milford between the hours of 8 p.m.…
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Shellfish Advisory Council to meet November 7 in Dover
The Shellfish Advisory Council will meet at 7 PM on November 7, 2018 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover. The Council will discuss reorganization of the Council and will receive updates on conch research and Inland Bays shellfish aquaculture. For more information, including the meeting agenda, visit the Delaware Public Meeting…
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Urgent: The USDA Wants Your PA Spotted Lanternflies
My Buddies at the USDA need your adult lantern flies to run experiments on, and they need them yesterday. No, this is not a Halloween prank or a bad B horror movie, well, maybe how one starts. Seriously, calling all Pennsylvania folk, your help in finding adult specimens is being requested ASAP.
Hey PA folks, I'm looking for property…
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New Kingfish In Town
Last week Kevin Michael sent us a picture of what he and we thought was a red fish without a spot. Because it was nearly four pounds. Our southern and northern kingfish never get that big. I decided to do a little research and it turns out though that gulf kingfish do get that big, upwards of 18 inches. I've never seen one before up here. If…
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Need A Delaware Natural Resources Police Officer? Now There Is An App For That
DNREC’s Natural Resources Police launch new tip411 mobile app for reporting crimes and concerns
DOVER (Oct. 31, 2018) – Delaware’s Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) has launched a new law enforcement app, enabling the public to connect with the department’s Natural Resources Police officers, receive alerts,…
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Happy Halloween Beaches
Time to cast some spells, put a curse on a googan, and get the children ready for bait, I mean fishing. In case your fishing has not been as good as Agnes' we have a couple fish summoning spells for you to try. By the way the right eye flounder in England is called the Witch Flounder. There is also an eel called the dogface witch eel. …
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Observation Tower In Cape Henlopen State Park To Undergo Repairs Beginning Nov. 5
DOVER (Oct. 29, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announced today that repair work will begin on Tower 7, also known as the Observation Tower, at Cape Henlopen State Park. The tower will be closed Monday, Nov. 5 – Monday, Dec. 31.
This is the second phase of planned repair work for the Observation Tower. Construction will…
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Superstorm Sandy was 6 Years Ago
Thanks to Facebook you always get a daily reminder and today's was of Superstorm Sandy six years ago. Covering that storm was crazy, We spent 3 solid days glued to computers doing updates wondering when the power would go out, it never did. Watching the storm hammer the coast line on Del-Dot Cameras was surreal.
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The Point Looks Smaller Be Careful Driving
We checked out Cape Henlopen State park drive on beaches today when they were reopened. The point has a bad spot on the way out. Water pushed into the dunes and where it flowed out is filling in with water at high tide to the dune fence. It is huge cut to say the least, be careful you don't just want to drive across it too fast.…
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Beer Can Tab Can Save The Day Fishing
A brewery recently put a diagram on their beer cans showing people how ot make a fish hook out of a beer can tab. There is just one problem. You are going to need to have some serious tools in the field to make this hook.
This is a pretty cool idea, and we are going to try this out this week. I have been tagged in this photo a dozen…
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Broadkill Beach Takes Another Hit
The nor'easter pummeled the beaches pretty good in a very short time. The lower ocean beaches did fine. The Bay beaches at Broadkill took another pummeling and the cliff got a little bigger and longer.
Noreasters will continue to wear out this berm for the rest of the winter.
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Some Drive On Accesses Are Opening
Parks is evaluating the drive on beaches. It will take a little while but Cape Henlopen just opened Naval Crossing, Point Comfort Station, and Herring Point Crossing. The point could be a little dicey at high tide so I would guess they will wait on that area.
As of right now Delaware Seashore State Park and Fenwick Island accesses…
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Route 1 Southbound Flooded Below Inlet
The flooding so far isn't too bad and typical for a noreaster. The marsh flowed onto southbound route 1 below the bridge. Norhtside of the bridge aside from the sand issue seems fine. Rehoboth bay is still filling up with water. Oaka Orchard and the long neck areas are flooding in the typical areas. Storm surge without wind can flood the…
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Beaches Closed, Route 1 breached by sand
Did summer show back up because it is much warmer out than I expected. The noreaster overnight was a lot of fun, nothing like loud wind to keep you up most of the night. The drive on beaches are closed, water is to the dunes already. High tide is an hour away. Water is pushing into the old breach areas in Cape Henlopen. The rest of…
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Storms A Comin’
unless you live under a rock you know the first noreaster of the winter season is headed this way. We have some irregular higher tides due to the full moon. Coastal flooding will be an issue. Not to mention a solid day of an easterly blow will push a lot of water into the inland bays. You all know the drill, it is a typical noreaster. …
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Oct. 15-21
Reminder for the week: Safety on the C&D Canal Conservation Area
DOVER (Oct. 26, 2018) – 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 Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police…
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reopening of Ommelanden rifle and pistol range Expanded days and hours and ‘Free Sight-In Days’
DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces reopening of Ommelanden rifle and pistol range
Expanded days and hours and ‘Free Sight-In Days’ also available at Ommelanden’s ranges
NEW CASTLE (Oct. 26, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that repairs to the rifle and pistol range at the Ommelanden Hunter…
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No Wake Zone in Lewes-Rehoboth Canal Will Be Increased
DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police announce extension of No Wake Zone in Lewes-Rehoboth Canal
LEWES (Oct. 26, 2018) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police announced today that additional No Wake signs are being installed to extend the current No Wake Zone in the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal southward to the Rehoboth Bay. The…
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Sea Witch Parade Has Been Canceled And Other Activities This Weekend
Due to high winds predicted with a coastal nor’easter which creates safety issues, Saturday’s Sea Witch® Parade has been cancelled.
All other planned festival activities will continue as listed in the program or online at beach-fun.com
All known cancellations for Friday night are: Rehoboth Bandstand entertainment and the Haunted Beach and…
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Sea Witch Parade Update
From the Rehoboth Dewey Chamber of Commerce ... "Weather-related decisions regarding the Sea Witch® Costume Parade will not be made until late Friday night/ early Saturday morning.
PARADE BAD WEATHER PLAN. In the event of unsafe weather causing cancellation of the costume parade on Saturday, notification will be posted to the Chamber’s…
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DSF Dunkers Polar Plunge Team Needs Your Help!
We have a Polar Bear Plunge team this year for the 2019 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge. The DSF Dunkers are asking for your help to raise money for our team and we could always use more dunkers. We are looking for donations for our team, and team members, and obviously more people who want to jump into the ocean in February. We like the…
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Weekly Beach Clean Ups Will Resume Nov 3rd
We will resume weekly beach clean ups on Saturdays next weekend. I already know this weekend is going to literally be a wash out on t he beaches with the coming potential nor'easter. We will pick up at Beach Plum on November 3rd and resume our usual schedule of a different beach each Saturday starting at 9 AM as we go down the coast.
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ASMFC Spiny Dogfish Board Sets Quotas for 2019-2021 Fishing Seasons
Yup, dogfish are regulated commercially, and the ASMFC is are requiring a 46% reduction in dogfish commercial catches . Let that sink in a minute, a 46% catch reduction of a fish that is a huge pain the butt in the surf and other locations due to its abundance. So if you think a fishery is not in decline because you are seeing a lot of fish,…
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The First Loggerhead Sea Turtles Hatch At Fenwick Island In Over 35 Years
DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces rare event involving loggerhead sea turtles hatching at Fenwick Island State Park
FENWICK ISLAND (Oct. 24, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that 48 loggerhead sea turtle hatchlings recently emerged from a nest at Fenwick Island State Park. Announcement of the…
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New Castle County Council Recognizes No Straw November
WILMINGTON (10/23/2018 ) – Tonight, New Castle County Council, led by Councilman John Cartier in partnership with Plastic Free Delaware, passed Resolution #R18-183 in recognition of No Straw November in order to raise awareness of the initiative to reduce the use of single-use plastics. The campaign encourages dining establishments to voluntarily…
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Action Figures Make Any Fish Look 50 Pounds
Our buddy Todd AF showed us how to make our juvy black drum look fifty pounds the other day. Never mind the fact Todd AF is a six-inch action figure, he catches big fish, well, according to him. He is fun to fish with, but really quiet which is great and annoying. He just catches a fish and holds it up, with a look on his face…
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Albies Making It To Delaware
I have been waiting weeks to see this , albies caught in Delaware. Well near enough to be called Delaware. Captain Keith Beebe of Surface Tension out of Lewes and his boys banged up some albies the other day. "They were busting on bait in schools out near site 11, little micro bait the small minnows. Right now they…
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Delaware Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish to meet Oct. 30 in Dover
DOVER (Oct. 24, 2018) – Delaware’s Advisory Council on Wildlife and Freshwater Fish will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
The Council will discuss recent Atlantic Flyway Council recommendations regarding future Delaware waterfowl seasons, expanded waterfowl hunting opportunities at Ted…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Announces Successful Piping Plover Nesting Season
Updates on other beachnesting birds
LEWES (Oct. 23, 2018) – The data is in, and DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife is reporting a successful nesting season for piping plovers in Delaware, with an all-time high number of 16 breeding pairs producing 36 fledglings. Four pairs of piping plovers nested at the Point at Cape Henlopen State Park, and…
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Millville Volunteer Fire Company’s Outdoorsman Marketplace set for January 12th
The Millville Volunteer Fire Company is hosting the first annual Outdoorsman Marketplace on January 12th. Benefiting the Millville Volunteer Fire Company to help raise money for a new fire hall. This is an outdoorsman show that is inside the firehall, from 7 am to 3 pm on Saturday January 12th. There isn't a rain date since it is…
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Masseys Ditch Dredge Project Announcement
The permit for The Massey's Ditch Dredging Project is up for public comment. The PDF is below with all the maps and details. This is pretty much a no-brainer, dredging needs to be done and then some.
"The Corps of Engineers is soliciting comments from the public; Federal, State, and local
agencies and officials; Indian…
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Tow Boat US Is Helping Mexico Beach And You can Too
From Captain Clarke Droney ...
I’m asking All of my Delaware and Maryland friends and fellow business owners for Help! On Thursday 10/18 my BOATUS counterpart Capt Robert Butler and Capt Casey left San Diego Ca with a 24’enclosed trailer full of supplies en-route to Mexico Beach Florida to assist with hurricane Michael relief effort. He’ll…
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The Orionids Will Peak Sunday
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.
Moonset is at 4 AM, between then and dawn would be a small, but great…
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Nautical Flea Market Moves To Sunday
The second annual Nautical Flea Market at Island Watersports in Fenwick Island is now on Sunday from 9 am to 3 pm. DSF will be there with apparel, War On The Shore Hoodies and T-shirts (limited supply), DS Custom Tackle and other "stuff".
I will also be able to sign up anyone who wants to compete in the Fall Fish Bowl 2018.
Last…
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The first annual Fall Fish Bowl 2018 Is On The 24th of November
I would like to thank everyone for joining us this year and talking me into ... the first annual Fall Fish Bowl Surf Fishing Tournament. Due to an overwhelming response we were asked to set up a fall fish tournament for later in the season, we picked the 24th of November since it is Thanksgiving weekend and people are able to get around easier on…
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Frost Advisory And So It Begins
FROST ADVISORY UNTIL 9 AM Gale Warning This Evening Until Late Tonight, Trucks, decks, yard, and house is covered in a thin layer of ice this morning. First frost of the year! Now the reality of winter can start to settle down.
The water temperatures for the inland bays are in the low sixties. The surf is 68 degrees. Going to be a…
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Governor Carney, DNREC, DelDOT and Partners Break Ground For Saltmarsh Boardwalk Project At Slaughter Beach
SLAUGHTER BEACH (Oct. 18, 2018) – This morning, Delaware Governor John Carney joined DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin, DelDOT Secretary Jennifer Cohan, state legislators, conservation partners, and the community of Slaughter Beach to celebrate the groundbreaking for the Marvel Saltmarsh Preserve Boardwalk project. The boardwalk and overlook will…
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DNREC’s Nonpoint Source Program offering free trees to Delaware residents in partnership with DDA’s Forest Service
DOVER (Oct. 18, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Watershed Stewardship Nonpoint Source Program is offering a free tree to Delaware residents in partnership with the Delaware Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry program within the Department of Agriculture. The free tree program is part of the Arbor Day Foundation's Community Canopy Project to …
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces expanded youth hunting days for 2018/19 seasons
DOVER (Oct. 18, 2018) – To promote youth hunting participation and recruitment, DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife has expanded and designated special youth hunting days on both public and private lands statewide. Youth hunters ages 10 through 15 can enjoy youth waterfowl hunting days on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018 and Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019.…
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Falling Into Winter Like
Looks like summer packed her stuff and left, didn't even say goodbye! We are going to see some low forties for temperatures tomorrow. Meanwhile Pennsylvania could be seeing snow and I am still mowing my grass!! What a weird end of the season, or the beginning of one, depending on how you look at it. Fall weather is really here now and looks…
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DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife Announces Annual Fall Trout Stocking Of White Clay Creek
NEWARK (Oct. 18, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today the annual fall trout stocking of White Clay Creek, an annual tradition since 2007 to provide anglers an opportunity to fish for trout in the fall. Since rainbow trout are a cold water species that do not survive the summer, fish stocked now should provide action…
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War On The Shore 2018 Results
Thank you to everyone for participating in the first annual War On The Shore surf fishing tournament. I think I had more fun running this tournament than actually fishing, I'm kidding, watching you all fish was killing me. Took all I had not to toss a spoon between anglers, that would have been ugly if I caught a qualifying fish. We had 185…
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False Albies On The Way
We have been down for a few days due to some computer and modem glitches. Something was disturbed in the matrix and our systems went haywire on Friday and we are still working out some bugs. Hoping this posts without any issues and we will be good to go.
albie candy
The false albie action is heating up in the surf in northern New…
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Indian River Inlet Has A Killer New Web Cam
(Oct 12 2018) ... It is nice to be able to use web cams to see the conditions for fishing and what not, especially during storms. Recently DELDOT added another webcam to the north pylon of the Charles W Cullen Bridge and it is an epic view. You can see the entire southside jetty and beach. Surfers will love and hate this…
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Spotted Lantern Fly Found In Kent County
A single spotted lanternfly has been found in Kent County Delaware. This is a serious issue since the spotted lantern fly can be an aggressive invasive species. That is a serious hazard for the agriculture industry. The Agriculture department is trying to do more surveys to see if this is an established population or just a random dead bug that…
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Delaware Tidal Finfish Advisory Council to meet Oct. 17 in Dover
DOVER (Oct. 17, 2018) – Delaware’s Tidal Finfish Advisory Council will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17 in the DNREC Auditorium, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE 19901.
The Council will address finfish topics including commercial anchor gill netting in the Delaware River, proposed changes to finfish regulations, and recent and proposed actions by…
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HUGE SALE Lighthouse View Bait And Tackle
This Friday to Sunday 8 AM to 4 PM, Lighthouse View Bait and Tackle at the Cape Henlopen fishing pier, will have a closing weekend sale. Dave Beebe "I am offering 25% off everything in the shop. We have limited supplies of some gear, first come first serve. We are loaded to the gills with bait for the War On The Shore anglers".
Dave…
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War On The Shore Weather
GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON Obviously we have been watching this weather closely. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in the panhandle area. My friends in Pensacola did fine but other areas did not. The damage down there is pretty bad and they are just now barely getting a handle on things.…
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Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council to Host Workshop Addressing Law-Enforcement Issues in For-Hire Fisheries
The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council will host a workshop November 13-14 (Law Enforcement/ For-Hire Workshop) to identify issues related to law enforcement in for-hire fisheries and sale by recreational anglers of tilefish and tuna and to develop potential solutions. Specifically, the workshop will address:
Operator versus angler…
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers rescue kayaker from culvert pipe
DELAWARE CITY (Oct. 10, 2018) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officers rescued a 61-year-old Newark man on Oct. 7, after he was swept into a large culvert pipe under Port Penn Road while crabbing from a kayak near Delaware City.
A Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police officer on routine patrol was alerted that…
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Check Out This Behemoth In The Harbor Of Safe Refuge
(Oct 2018) ... This just showed up last evening in Lewes and it is huge. I rounded the corner this morning heading to check out the pier (not shipwreck) that was exposed or washed up along the flats in Cape Henlopen State Park. This behemoth greeted me from atop the dune.
SEACOR SUPPORTER
CLASS 200’ LIFTBOAT has enough…
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Got Mullet?
It is party town USA at the Pier in the flats and Lewes Beach. Mullet are all over the flats, being pushed up by flounder and bluefish. This morning on flat calm water was quite the spectacle. Hundreds of mullet and baitfish pushing up at one time, porpoising along the top of the water to escape predators. You would see huge nervous spots…
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Bull Red Drum In Bethany Beach
(October 6, 2018) ... Just when you start asking around if anyone has caught or tried to catch a bull red from the surf near Ocean City, this happens. Matt Miller posted a picture to the DSF group page yesterday of one of the three bull reds he got in the surf in Bethany Beach.
Matt Miller with one of the three bull red drum he caught in…
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Northern Shrimp Benchmark Assessment Indicates Resource Continues to be Depleted
Portland, ME – The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Northern Shrimp Section (Section) reviewed the results of the 2018 Northern Shrimp Benchmark Stock Assessment, which indicate the population remains depleted, with spawning stock biomass (SSB) at extremely low levels since 2013. SSB in 2017 was estimated at 1.7 million pounds, well…
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Drum Still Hitting Hard At Assateague
Dave Moore and several folks have been fishing hard at Assateague for the drum run and doing well all week. "Another epic morning shooting a tv segment with Outdoors Delmarva , unfortunately he (andrew Tawes) only got one of the fish on film, tune in to watch which one.. managed a 40" red pre sunrise, a 40" after sunrise, then a double-header 10…
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Killing It With Cocktails On Spoons
The cocktail or summer snapper bluefish action has been great in Cape Henlopen especially at the point. There have been a lot of bluefish schools all over bait fish. They are easy to hook up on spoons, especially the bayside of the point, where the water is calmer.
The ocean beaches have some good action as well but it is…
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War On The Shore Registration Open This Weekend
We have opened up registration for War On The Shore this weekend until Sunday at 11:30 PM. We had several ask if they could still register, so we decided to open it back up. This is general registration only. T-shirts are already printed and they look great. ASAP Screen Printing did an amazing job as usual. I have some extra shirts and even…
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DNREC Announces More Delaware Hunting Seasons Opening In October
DOVER (Oct. 5, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that additional Delaware hunting seasons are opening this month, including expanded Sunday deer hunting opportunities. Sunday deer hunting is allowed on all Sundays through the end of the deer season on Feb. 3, 2019, using only those hunting methods legal for the…
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 24-30
Reminder for the week: Who are the Delaware Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police?
DOVER (Oct. 5, 2018) – 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 Fish & Wildlife Natural…
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DelDOT Announces the Lighting of Indian River Inlet Bridge and SR 1 Toll Plazas for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Dover (Oct 2018) -- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there is an annual national campaign to raise awareness of breast cancer risks, the value of screening and early detection, and treatment options available to women and men who are diagnosed with one of the many forms of breast cancer. Taking part in this important…
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Cape Henlopen State Park’s Fishing Pier To Undergo Partial Repairs
DOVER (Oct. 3, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation announced today that repair work will be conducted on the Cape Henlopen fishing pier beginning Oct. 9, to replace a pipe below the pier.
The pier will remain open for the duration of the project, expected to take three days,weather permitting.
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Coast Day In Lewes on Oct 7
DNREC displays Delaware’s coastal and natural resources on Oct. 7 at Coast Day in Lewes
LEWES (Oct. 3, 2018) – Delaware’s coastal and natural resources will be showcased Sunday, Oct. 7 at DNREC’s Coast Day education tent on the campus of the University of Delaware’s College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment in Lewes. Coast Day, which runs from…
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Nothing Like The Tropicals
Every year we get a lot of cool tropical fish that show up with the gulf stream. Storms will push in even more strange fish. This year we have seen more triple tails than ever before. A few Cottonmouth jacks were caught off structure.
These butterflies are common to catch this time of year. This one was caught in a pin fish…
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War On The Shore Registration Is Closed And Update
War On The Shore
Registration is closed for the first annual War On The Shore Surf Fishing Tournament. WOTS has 181 anglers participating for a first prize of $5,000. All of the prizes have been figured for the amount of participants.
First Prize … $5,000 … trophy tidal table
Second Prize … $1,500 … trophy tidal table…
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East End Lighthouse Paranormal Investigation
East End Lighthouse Paranormal Investigation By Torin Federico
(Oct 2 2018) ... I can definitely recommend the east End Lighthouse paranormal investigation to anyone interested. My fiance and I went this past Saturday, and really enjoyed the event.
The tour is a collaboration between the Cape Water Taxi, Intuitive Investigations, The Lewes…
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Public Hearing To Amend Commercial Striped Bass Regulations For Delaware
LEGAL NOTICE .... PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO 7 DE ADMIN CODE 3505 STRIPED BASS COMMERCIAL FISHING SEASONS; QUOTAS; TAGGING AND REPORTING
REQUIREMENTS.
(October 31, 2018 06:00 PM Richardson & Robbins Building 89 Kings Hwy Dover DE 19901 )
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)/ Division of…
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September Comes To An End
Favorite way to end the day is watching the sunset at the point. Some days it is your basic sunset and other days the clouds and boats really set it off. Yesterday was no exception, with a little shelf cloud in the distance and the ferry heading to Cape May.
We had a good weekend catching bluefish, sharks, and pompano. The…
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Can Ya Get Me Audi The Sand
The unofficial H2O in OCMD started out with a bang. First day, a mustang flipped on its hood. Heard the little fellah got spooked by a Lam. Then a few cars got stuck on Ocean CIty's beach at the inlet. The winner thus far is this genius who managed to drive this audi most of the way onto a drive on access ramp in Fenwick Island.
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Why I Don’t Eat The Crab’s “Mustard”
Everyone loves the mustard in crabs, it isn't fat, that is a myth. The mustard is actually the crab's hepatopancreas. An organ that filters impurities out of the crab's blood. That is where chemical pollution collects and is the main reason I prefer to clean my crabs. The tradition of eating the mustard might not be a…
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The Show That Shuts Down Surf Fishing
The wind shifting around today made surf fishing a little challenging at the point. Ocean side was much nicer for a while in the morning, then switched to bayside in the afternoon. That didn't last too long and then it was rough on the bayside in the afternoon and the ocean side calmed down. Aside from the rough conditions, the added challenge…
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Nice Day In The Surf
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY ... Finally looking nice out despite the morning showers and this wind, the beach and surf look fantastic. This will be a great weekend. Cool in the mornings and overnight, nice warm up during the day. Fall weather at it's best. The wind will lay down soon enough. Last day of rain for a while.
Fishing for blues has…
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Watch Your Feet In The Water Man O Wars Still coming Ashore
The east winds keep pushing man o wars onto Delmarva beaches from Ocean City MD to Cape Henlopen State Park. If you are standing in the surf wash bare-legged like most of us do this time of year, watch your six. Debris and critters can wash in behind you and then hit you from behind.
The winds will shift to the northeast and…
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Water Is Still Up On Beaches
Pretty sure today is the last bit of rain for a while, but don't quote me on that. High tide is occurring right now and water is still higher than normal on the beaches. Just a reminder to watch yourself at high tide if you are driving out there to fish and watchfor the swales that are full. Event he ones that drain are still too wet to drive…
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DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police make arrests for drug and prostitution charges
DOVER (Sept. 26, 2018) – DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police arrested a Kent County woman for multiple drug-related and prostitution charges and a Kent County man for prostitution-related charges on Sept. 22 along Port Mahon Road near the Little Creek Wildlife Area outside Dover.
Yuliya A. Rakovsky, 29, of Dover, was charged…
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Two Delaware men arrested by DNREC Environmental Crimes Unit for illegal dumping in Sussex County
GEORGETOWN (Sept. 27, 2018) – During an ongoing investigation into reports of illegal dumping in the Georgetown area, Natural Resources Police Officers with DNREC's Environmental Crimes Unit arrested two Delaware men Sept. 22 on illegal dumping and drug-paraphernalia-related charges.
Harry Harrison, 50, of Houston, Del., was charged with one…
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DNREC’s Division of Parks & Recreation to host ‘Big Truck Day’ at Delaware Seashore State Park Oct. 6
REHOBOTH BEACH (Sept. 27, 2018) – DNREC’s Delaware Seashore State Park will host its first-ever “Big Truck Day” from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6 at the Indian River Marina. Children of all ages will have the opportunity to get up-close and personal with some of the park’s heavy equipment and special-use vehicles at this family-friendly…
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Bill Burton Fishing Pier Is Closed
Today Maryland DNR closed the Bill Burton Fishing Pier in the Bill Burton Fishing Pier State Park. The pier is getting new lights and needs to be closed for roughly 2 weeks for the replacement work. Both sides are closed. From the website ... "Alert - 9/26/2018: Effective immediately, the Bill Burton Fishing Pier will be closed…
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When Carry In – Carry Out Goes Next Level
If you are going to take cleaning the beaches to the next level, you need a dumpster. We have asked parks for trash services in some areas, but this is next level. There is a lot of trash and debris from the recent storms, so this could be very helpful. We could also use these in key places in the parks to help alleviate the trash…
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This Is The Best Time Of Year To Kayak Shop
It is that time of the year again. Kayak and SUP rental companies are selling off their used gear for killer prices. Rental equipment in some cases has to be replaced after a certain amount of time. Getting a used kayak for a couple hundred bucks is a bonus this time of year. You can still use the yak or SUP because the water is still warm…
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Bethany Beach Is Doing A Little Dune Fixing
Every morning I check the web cams at the beaches just for grins and giggles. Especially if I know I can't hit the beach soon, because I am not already there. Even on my way there, or before I leave, I check these cameras. Always good to see the conditions and check the waves. This way I know what it will be like when I get to the surf to…
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Water Temperatures Are Slowly Dropping
The water temperatures are holding nicely in the low seventies along the coast and Delaware Bay. The inland bays dropped a lot during the cool down we had from that front. One thing we don't want to see is a fast water temperature drop. A slow drop, which is occurring now will keep the summer fish here and get the fall fish excited. We have the…
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High Tide Still An Issue But Calming Down
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY .... The waves are still pushing pretty far up the beaches, so watch yourself when you drive out there. The point is really deceiving at low tide so be prepared to move. Especially if you are on the edge of the actual point. That whole area gets wet at high tide.
We should see calmer waves in the next day…
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Harvest Moon
September's full moon this year is the harvest moon. The corn is coming down 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 closest full moon to the autumn equinox…
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Dredging The Inland Bays
I have been researching a project of sorts. Would it be possible to dredge the entire inland bays? Just the problematic spots, the entire bay areas, and/or just increase the size of the channels to help flush the bays. Then maintain these after it has been done. The problem ... there isn't any science to confirm or deny this would be a…
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Fall’s Five Meteor Showers Are Coming
Get your stargazing gear ready it is that time of year. The five annual fall meteor showers are going to start happening in October. You can see meteors all summer long on occasion, but these five events put on some of the best shows for this time of year. Meteor showers occur when the earth passes through comet or asteroid debris trails. Small…
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Goose Barnacles (Lepas anatifera)
I have seen many a goose barnacle on floating debris and trash that washes up on a beach. They are usually small clusters encrusting the edges of driftwood, plastic bottles, and recently a first for me, the end of a fluorescent bulb that washed up on the beach. The ones I found after Florence are the largest I have seen and it is probably due…
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Watch Your Six If you Drive On
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY .... The water will be up higher than normal the next few high tides. Water will easily reach the dune lines in some areas. Just keep that in mind if you are heading out to surf fish. Look at the last wrack line to see how far the water came up. High tide pushed to the dunes in Rehoboth Beach an hour ago.
The surf…
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Assateague Drum Action Is Hot
Like clockwork, everyone is heading to Assateague to catch bull red drum and for several anglers their anticipation was answered with some great fish. Drum fishing is fun at Assateague and the surf is more like New Jersey and unlike Delaware. I literally think Delaware has a unique surf, unlike all the east coast states.
The boys are banging…
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i8 The Road, Now For A Swim
Just when you thought you had seen it all. Not to be out done by Tesla, BMW decided to give their i8 a try in the soft. I mean if you can out perform just about every car on the road, may as well go for broke. This new i8 features, the skate wing sand release system. You just floor it, then the doors flap up and down and lift you to safety.…
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DNREC Police Arrest Commercial Waterman For Numerous (600) Shellfish And Boating Violations
DELAWARE CITY (Sept. 21, 2018) – Following an investigation into illegal activity on the Delaware River, DNREC Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police arrested a commercial waterman from Sussex County on Sept. 20 for more than 600 shellfish and boating violations near Delaware City.
Shawn P. Moore, 40, of Georgetown, was charged with 322…
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Banging That Assateague Drum
The other yearly fall run that just misses Delaware ... the red drum run. This happens as far north as assateague island every year and it is some serous surf fishing. This year's Assateague Red Drum tournament was canceled by the organizers, but the run is in full swing.
Dave Moore has been hooking up with a few bulls. I know…
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DNREC Announces Expanded Detection Of Eastern Equine Encephalitis
DNREC’s Mosquito Control Section announces expanded detection of Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Continued awareness and precautions encouraged
DOVER (Sept. 20, 2018) – The recent detection of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in sentinel chickens monitored for mosquito-borne diseases by the DNREC Division of Fish & Wildlife’s Mosquito Control…
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Delaware … Additional Sundays are open for deer hunting; certain rifles now allowed for some deer hunting seasons
DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announces expanded deer hunting opportunities for state’s 2018/2019 season Additional Sundays are open for deer hunting; certain
rifles now allowed for some deer hunting seasons
DOVER (Sept. 20, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today expanded deer hunting opportunities for the…
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Thursday Weather Sept 20th
Yesterday the point was beautiful. The end is a little carved up so during high tide you need to back off pretty far or you will be in the water fast. I had to move my vehicle a dozen or so times. There were plenty of birds working the water just too far out to reach.
Holding bottom was not an issue despite the fast current. …
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Is There An Oil Tanker On Woodland Beach?
Internet for the win! Someone shopped a picture of an oil tanker next to the buoy on Woodland Beach. The buoy washed up during Tropical Storm Gordon. I have been asked by three DNREC officials if I have heard a rumor of an oil tanker that ran aground in the Delaware Bay. This picture above is the cause of that. We have put a orca in the…
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Snakes Coming Ashore In Lewes
Snakes Swimming To The Beach After Heavy Storms In Delaware
(SEPT 2018) ... This is literally something you would see in a B grade horror movie. The fact it is true is even better. Last week after Gordon's visit (storm) there were many snakes spotted near the pier in Cape Henlopen State Park, and coming ashore..
"People were coming in the…
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Weather And Water Temperature Update for Wednesday the 19th
Finally calming down out there,yesterday was awesome! Weekend is looking decent buta tad snotty out front. The surf is clean and the waves are calm. We might see some rain Saturday into Sunday but that will probably change by the time tomorrow rolls around. The early morning incoming tide(s) should be great for surf , pier,and shore fishing all…
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Delaware Will Officially Say No To Offshore Drilling Tomorrow
Join Governor John Carney, sponsors Sen. Stephanie Hansen, Sen. Ernie Lopez, Speaker Pete Schwartzkopf and Rep. Deb Heffernan, with other Members of the General Assembly, coastal town mayors, small business owners, supporters and advocates on Thursday, September 20th, 11:00 a.m., as he signs Senate Bill 200 and SS1 for Senate Bill 207 into law at…
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Beach Combing Is Great
The stone areas on the point at Cape Henlopen are huge. There is literally tons of sea glass on all of the beaches between tides. Every tide cycle the beach shifts and reveals more treasures. Look in the areas where the stones collect, but you can find it all over the place.
Hardest part for some people is finding sea glass. …
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Beach Conditions After Hurricane Florence Round 1
Round 2 is happening now with rain. Not anything like Gordon. Which is great news, we are wet enough. The surf has finally calmed down and the water is really clear. There have been some fish caught here and there. The bluefish action should pick right back up at the point. Kingfish were good a couple of days ago on…
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Fill In Your Holes After You Get Unstuck!
Yesterday I watched a jeep get stuck and eventually a surf angler went to help them. They used the boards under the tires and had to do a little digging. The jeep was almost to the frame, but the truck pulled it out just fine. Then they packed up and left the beach, and four nice holes for the next driver. Normally a few holes isn't a…
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Now That Is A Warning Sign!
First thing everyone says when they see a car stuck on the beach is ... Didn't they read the sign? This is usually preceded with a few obscenities and jokes. Then the car is moved off the beach with some serious effort, or a tow truck is needed. The signs we have now are thoe big brown information signs that hardly anyone sees…
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Weather, Tuesday Sept 18th
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY ... Just another day at the beach, even if it is overcast. Today we will see remnants of Hurricane Florence in the form of heavy rain and possible flash flooding. North Carolina has historical river flooding. The surf is still a little rough, but fishable. The water clarity is great.
Weather from NOAA ... …
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Masseys Ditch Dredge Project
Massey's Ditch is a federally recognized channel maintained by DNREC"S watershed stewardship. The workshop tonight about the Massey's Ditch dredge project was informative. Everyone needs this dredging done for a number of reasons: health, safety, and economic impact to name a few.. The entire inland bay system could use a good…
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Man O Wars Are Washing Up On Delmarva Beaches
There have been several Man O Wars found on beaches from Ocean City Maryland to Rehoboth Beach int he past 24 hours. Be careful and watch yourself in the water. I was standing knee-deep in water yesterday, every time a wave came in and receded I watched my six to make sure nothing was going to run into my legs. If you are doing beach clean ups…
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Sailor Jellyfish And Blue Button Jellyfish On The Beaches
(Sept 2018) ... We get a lot of interesting critters on our beaches during and after storms. With the push from Hurricane Florence we have some not so uncommon visitors. Man O Wars, sailor jellies, blue button jelly fish and some strange fish. Even snakes that came ashore at the pier in Caper Henlopen.
Blue Button Jellyfish found on a Ocean…
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Fatal Shark Attack Closes Beaches
A second shark attack up north, Saturday, this one near Newcomb Hollow Beach on Cape Cod. Beaches have be closed to swimming for the time being by Cape Cod National Seashore park rangers. This is the first fatal shark attack up there since 1936 (massachusetts).
Watermen up there have been telling people they need to change their swimming…
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Some Of The Drive On Beaches Are Open
Some of the drive on beaches are still closed to vehicles,but a couple just opened. Gordon's pond and Herring point was just opened to drive on. High tide is still washing over the entire beach in areas so be careful. I am sure parks is concerned for your safety and their ranger's safety. High tide in Rehoboth in the picture is most of the…
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Please Clean As You Beachcomb
The waves and wind have pushed a lot of water up against the dunes but one thing that has been pushed in heavy too is trash. People exploring the beaches are seeing a lot of trash on the beaches. Some are collecting this trash and we appreciate that, but many just talk about it and don't pick it up.
I am asking all beachcombers to please…
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Mid-Atlantic Council Meeting in Cape May, NJ: October 1-4, 2018
Monday, October 1, 2018 - Thursday, October 4, 2018
Congress Hall
200 Congress Place
Cape May, NJ 08204
Telephone 609-884-8421
The public is invited to attend the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council's meeting to be held October 1-4, 2018 in Cape May, NJ. The meeting will be held at Congress Hall (200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ 08204,…
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Removal of Railroad Crossing Will Require the Closure of Old Orchard Road
TRAFFIC ALERT - Removal of Railroad Crossing Will Require the Closure of Old Orchard Road
Lewes (Sussex County) --
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces that Delaware Coastline Railroad Company will be removing their railroad crossing on Old Orchard Road between Savannah Road and New Road.
The work is scheduled to…
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Sept. 3-9
Reminder for the week: Public urged to report violations of hunting and wildlife regulations
DOVER (Sept. 14, 2018) – 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 Fish & Wildlife…
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The USGS Real Time Flood Event Viewer For Hurricane Florence
You can watch the southern flood conditions in real-time on the Flood Event Viewer from the USGS. These sensors were installed just to follow Hurricane Florence. That is good forward thinking. Live flooding updates help with the science but also safety giving first responders needed minutes to plan routes or whatever they…
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Thursday Evening Weather Update, Be Careful Out There
Everyone has eyes on "Flo" and we (delmarva) should as well. The conditions predicted into Sunday are what we just dealt with. The waves at the beaches went to the dune lines and then some at high tide. We have been getting storm surge from Florence for days, but today it increased. We are already full of water, we don't need anymore. High…
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Watch The Oceanana Pier In NC Get Pummeled Live
Hurricane Florence has yet to make landfall, but is approaching the coast hard. You can see some serious waves crashing into the Oceana pier in the live video below. Waves off the coast of NC are being recorded at 22 feet. I have been watching Florence all morning on Ventusky and it has been interesting to watch her wobble a bit. Hoping for…
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Coastal Clean Up Postponed
(Dover, Del) - Due to uncertain weather conditions related to Hurricane Florence, the 31st Annual Delaware Coastal Cleanup will be postponed to the rain date of Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The cleanup will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at all sites as previously planned for Sept. 15, 2018, unless volunteers have been otherwise notified.
"With the…
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TRAFFIC ALERT – DelDOT — Updated Road Conditions at 11:20 AM
TRAFFIC ALERT - DelDOT -- Updated Road Conditions at 11:20 AM on Thursday, September 13, 2018
Dover (Statewide) --
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) announces to motorists that the following roads are closed due to high water on the roadway. Once the water has receded to safe travel levels; the roadway will be reopened to…
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War On The Shore Update… Fishing Area & Walk In Sign Ups
We are a month away from War On The Shore!! Sign ups are over the first of October, get in now to get your spot. This is limited to 300 anglers. There will not be an extension! So far we have 105 registered anglers, and people are signing up daily, everyone waits util the last minute. This will cut off at 300 anglers, no exceptions. Once we…
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The Frying Pan Tower Has A Killer View Of Florence
Hurricane Florence is going to run right over the aptly named The Frying Pan Tower. "
Hurricane Florence is going to run right over the aptly named The Frying Pan Tower. "The Frying Pan Tower is a Coast Guard Light Station located 34 miles off the coast of North Carolina that has been turned into a unique adventure bed &…
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Buoy 13 Is On Woodland Beach
Woodland Beach has a new attraction aside from the fishing pier, and nature trails. Buoy 13 washed onto the beach during Storm Gordon. People have been going out there and taking pictures and selfies. It is standing upright not far from the old restaurant. The question is how do you get such a huge buoy off of a bay beach. Even…
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Watch Florence Live And In Color
There are all kinds of weather apps and they have a lot of functions or layers. I like My Radar for my phone, but I like to use ventusky when I am on my computer. It is easy to use and very accurate. You can watch Florence hit the coast and see the effects of winds rain etc., live with the different layers or options. Be your own weather…
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Thursday the 13th Weather Update, Go With The Flo
It hasn't rained in at least 10 minutes, we could use more ... not. Florence hits the Carolinas today or tonight. We are going to see some affects, but not like predicted a week ago, which is great news. If you are upset that you think the weather people suck at their jobs, be happy you don't have a Cat 4 hurricane knocking on your…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife to temporarily close Port Mahon Fishing Pier for repairs
DOVER (Sept. 12, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today that the Port Mahon Fishing Pier is scheduled to temporarily close starting Sept. 17 to replace all pier decking. The pier will remain closed for the duration of the repairs, with an anticipated completion date in late October, weather permitting.
For project…
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State Park Drive On Accesses Update
As of 12:45 PM this afternoon all Delaware State Park drive on accesses are still closed. Walk on access is available in all of the parks and the parking lots are open.
We will let you know, when we know when they will be open, but at this rate they are waiting to see what the storm does. I would guess after the weekend they will reopen the…
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School Is In Session
Striped bass action is heating up around Delaware's waterways. These are all the resident fish, not migratory, The "surf rats" are feeding in the wash,they are easy to catch on sand fleas. Indian RIver inlet all along the rock walls. Back bay action around rips and structure is hot day and night. The Lewes canal and area creeks are seeing…
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Broadkill Beach lost A Lot Of Sand And Beach Plum Looks Great
Yesterday I ran up tot Broadkill beach after helping the DIrty Hands Gang with the Overfalls Lightship. I wanted to see just how bad the eroding from Gordon was and check on Beach Plum Island State Park. Broadkill took a pretty big hit losing about seven feet in height of sand and the water was washing right up to the newly formed cliff.
Once…
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Two Tone Blue Crab A Rare Catch
Jim Whitby and his boss Lee Thomas, owner of the crabbing boat Migrator caught a rare crab last week. This blue claw crab's color is split right down the middle. We see different crab colors all the time from mixed colors to all blue crabs and albinos. There are all kinds of rare mutations in nature. Recently a crab with its right half female…
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Foggy Hump Day
DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM .. SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY ... Good morning and happy hump day! The week is halfway over, We have a lot of fog this morning, everything is wet and saturated. It hasn't rained in at least an hour somewhere in Delaware. Milford got swamped with rain yesterday, literally.
There is rain predicted for…
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Helping The Dirty Hands Gang
Did you know Lewes has a gang?
(Sept 2018) ... We canceled the weekly beach clean up because access was closed on the beaches and quite frankly most of the trash has been swept away or in the dunes. Don Gansauer asked me to bring some volunteers if possible to help the Dirty Hands Gang. These folks maintain the Overfalls Lightship in Lewes,…
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Fishing Has Been Good Even During The Storm
Where you fish is just the issue. Even though we got slammed with the remnants of Tropical Storm Gordon the fishing at the Cape Henlopen pier during all that mess was on fire for spot. The incoming tide has been the best action. People are bailing spot over the rail. There are even some flounder and the usual suspects being landed. …
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Assateague State Park Campers and Visitors – Park Closure September 12 to September 17
Maryland DNR Website ... " Assateague State Park Attention: Assateague State Park Campers and Visitors - Park Closure September 12 to September 17
Assateague State Park will be closed from 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 12th until 2 p.m. on Monday, September 17th, due to potential dangerous conditions associated with Hurricane Florence.…
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Some Local Marinas Are Requiring Boat Removal
A few of my friends work for companies that pull boats. They are so booked up they are working late into the night if it is safe. Scott Jost "Dude I watched a guy walk off the side of a flooded pier today. He fell in and went right under the pier from the current. He was walking in a foot of water or more that was over the pier. Tell people to…
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Jet Ski Found On The Beach
Yesterday a jet skier fell off his ski in the Indian River Inlet. He was pulled from the water by people watching this scene. The ambulance came and took him to check his injuries. Apparently he lost power and was pulled into the outflowing current of the inlet. After a few attempts to get back on his ski he was pushed…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Announces Expansion Of Recreational Black Sea Bass Season
DOVER (Sept. 11, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife announced today regulatory changes that expand Delaware’s recreational black sea bass fishing season. The change eliminates the previously closed fall season of Sept. 22 through Oct. 21, providing Delaware recreational anglers continued access to black sea bass for 30 additional…
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DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife Confirms New State Record 79-pound, 6.4-ounce cobia
LEWES (Sept. 10, 2018) – DNREC’s Division of Fish & Wildlife has confirmed a new state record in the Delaware Sport Fishing Tournament: a 79-pound, 6.4-ounce cobia, caught in the Atlantic Ocean on Aug. 10 by John Burbage of Ocean View. The fish was 56½ inches long and had a girth of 28¼ inches.
Burbage was fishing alone about a mile and a half…
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Two Missing Jet Skis and One Water Rescue
Dean Simpson sent us this info ... he is looking for his missing jet ski ..."Good Morning still looking for our Seadoo jet ski that floating in the bay. Lost Sunday night near Gulls Point It's charcoal with red seat if found contact DNREC they have our info. Thanks"
In a separate incident. There is another jet ski missing but this one washed…
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Monday Not So Funday Pictures
These are just some of the picture I took yesterday between meetings about expos, tournaments,and life. Some of these area always flood and those of us that live here just deal with it as a normal part of the day. For people new to the area, or visiting it seems like the end of the world. It isn't it is just water.
I know this is ruining a…
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Foggy Tuesday Morning Conditions
(Sept 11) ... SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY ... It is really foggy this morning. The seas are calming down, but we will have higher than normal waves for the rest of the week. The wind will start out of the east on Wednesday and continue for the rest of the week. You still need to be careful out there with the deeper swales and possible rip currents. …
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Broadkill Beach Took A Hit
I said this a few years ago, that giant berm will get eaten up by the sea and become a cliff of sand. Well today that happened. You can't pile up sand with that kind of slope and not expect it to do this. These replenishment berms are great for protection where there was little before, I get that, but now how do you fix the beach? Do you slope…
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Assateague State Park Beach Access Is Closed
Yesterday Maryland put out this announcement ... Due to dangerous surf, waves 12ft+, and higher than normal tide levels, Assateague State Park beach access at Day use and campground will be closed until further notice.
Beach access crossovers will be chained and signed. Day use lot will be open (visitors will be able to go to top of dune to…
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Latest on Hurricane Florence For Delmarva
The NHC just put this out and it is looking a little unnerving. We don't need a metric ton of rain and heavy winds we are saturated already, that spells bad news for those of us that live near trees. Not to mention everything that drains water is full. We are keeping an eye on it but even if she doesn't come this way we will have issues.
If…
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Monday Not So Fun Day
GALE WARNING ... The wind is still an issue and will calm down as the day progresses, but not by much. It isn't going to stop by any means, but it will lay down a bit and shift directions. However we will still be dealing with constant winds, angry seas, and flooding back bays. Nor'easter like conditions for the most part. Minus the actual…
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Inland Bay Communities Heads Up
If you are on the Oak Orchard side of the inland bays the water is coming up fast. WInds are pushing water fast and high tide just hit at the Indian River inlet. It is flowing fast across the usual low spots on river road.
I just watched water come across the road on river road a'hell'in. The tide is two hours out for high tide in…
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Angry Seas and Filled Up Bays
The ocean is churning, the seas are angry today my friends. The inland bays are full and more water is coming in. Some areas already flooded over, very minor this morning, but expect to see more water at high tide in another hour or two for the inland bay communities.
Do not drive through this water is salt water and is bad for your…
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Delaware State Parks Have Closed Drive On Accesses
The drive on accesses have been closed in Delaware State Parks. The beaches are flooded to the dune line. The parking lots are open. The swales are full and they are deep in some spots. People are trying to play in the rough surf, be careful because that is one way to go.
Parks will evaluate the situation and open the drive on accesses when…
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Big Wind Big Waves Sunday Funday
GALE WARNING ... If they haven't already I would expect parks to close the drive on beaches. You certainly don't want to drive out there right now. You can't get on the beach when it is full of water. If this were striped bass season I would say go fishing but it isn't. High tide is at 9 AM we are two hours out and Rehoboth has water reaching…
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Nanticoke Indian Powwow festivities Canceled For Sunday
Posted this evening on the Nanticoke Indian Tribe Facebook page ... "Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather, Pow Wow festivities are cancelled for tomorrow, Sun., 9/9. Apologies for any inconveniences this may cause to our friends, family, and guests. We'll see you next year!" and " Tomorrow's church service will be at 10:00 am at the Indian…
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Water Is Up Higher Than Normal
Gale Warning in effect late tonight into tomorrow night. We are seeing water farther up on the beaches and high tide is at 8:30 PM. Expect water to wash to the dune lines on most beaches. Be careful driving if you are out there now watch your six. The swales are already full from rain as it is, so they will fill up and overflow quicker. New moon…
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Florence Will Upgrade Back To A Hurricane, Lower East Coast Should Prepare
These are the latest updates from the National Hurricane Service. Florida to North Carolina are the likely area(s) to be hit or deal with landfall at this point and time. These trajectories can change, we know this but be prepared for our area as well. Storm surge will be an issue for the entire east coast as she approaches. Heavy surf and rip…
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Howell Mill Nature Series – Monarch Migration
Want to learn all about butterflies? Today you can from 9 AM to 3 PM
"Join Naturalist Ms. Kara and Ashley Melvin from the Delaware Forest Service as we spend the day talking about the Monarch Butterfly Migration. This event features a guided walk through the butterfly garden with nets provided. This event is free, registration not…
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Storm Dodging Saturday
Small craft advisory into late tonight, gale watch for Sunday morning. We will be dodging storms all day. Keep an eye on your radar apps for pop-up storms. There will be pockets of sunshine, then deluges of rain depending on where you are located. It is pouring at the beaches right now and route1 is backing up
The wave action has…
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Canceled Due To Weather, 40th Annual Sandcastle Contest
Due to the weather the 40th Annual Sandcastle Contest has been canceled. There are a few of the sand sculptures that will be in front of Funland that will still be building their creations if you want to check them out. Unless it starts to thunder and lightning. There is no rain date, you will have to check it out next year.
Fish On!
Rich…
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41st Annual Nanticoke Indian Powwow
41st Annual Nanticoke Indian Powwow
Saturday, September 8, 2018
September 8 and 9, .... 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday; Grand Entry at 12:00 noon Saturday;
Second Dance Session at 4:00 p.m.;
10:00 a.m. to noon Sunday Morning Worship Service;
1:00 p.m. Grand Entry on Sunday
$5.00 per person, 12 and under Free; Parking Free; Bring…
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40th Annual Sandcastle Contest
Saturday, September 8th - Join the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce (RBDBCC) for the 40th Annual Sandcastle Contest! Teams and individuals will express their artistic flair in the sand. The contest will be held just off the boardwalk on the beach in front of Funland between Delaware and Laurel Avenues in Rehoboth Beach. The contest is…
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Fish & Wildlife Natural Resources Police Blotter: Aug. 27-Sept. 2
Reminder for the week: Hunters should observe surroundings, take safety precautions.
DOVER (Sept. 7, 2018) – 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 Fish & Wildlife Natural…
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Third Case Of West Nile Virus Found In Delaware
NEWS FROM DHSS: DOVER (September 6, 2018) - Division of Public Health (DPH) officials are concerned about the increasing number of cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) in humans this year. DPH is announcing that WNV is confirmed in a 73-year-old New Castle County man, who has been hospitalized since late August. This is the third case of WNV confirmed in…
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Acura’itly Stuck On The Beach
It never fails people always drive on the beach accesses in cars and then they are stuck. This gem got jammed up on Labor Day weekend. We will probably see a few more before the second summer season is over, but for the most part the ramps should be clear. Kudos to the big truck next to them that yanked them off the ramp.
There are signs to…
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Get Geared Up For War On The Shore
DS Custom Tackle has an excellent surf package and they are a sponsor of this year's first annual War On The Shore. The package contains everything you need for surf fishing. They use quality gear to make their tackle, all the top and bottom rigs are made with Owner hooks, so are the surf rigs. The DS Custom Tackle Surf Package is an $82…
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St. Georges Bridge Will Close Next Monday, And Reopen January 2019
“PHILADELPHIA, PA. (August 10, 2018) – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Philadelphia District announced the St. Georges Bridge will be closed to all traffic from Monday, Sept. 10, 2018, through January of 2019. The Army Corps and its contractor will be completing repair work of steel beams necessitating the closure.
Motorists are advised to use…
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Hurricane Florence’s Model Tracks Put Her On Delmarva
Not to buy into the hype, but several models are putting hurricane Florence on top of Delmarva. We are getting asked a lot of questions. I would not panic just yet. She could fizzle out and be a bad storm, but as a nor'easter like storm that is usually bad news for us. She could hit us full on hard, or she could veer out to sea. We will keep…
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Gulp Celebrates Han Solo Season With A New Scent
Pumpkin Spice Gulp The Newest Flavor For You Fall Anglers
(Sept 2018) .. Recently Gulp decided to celebrate fall and get on the pumpkin spice train. You you can now wear your Uggs and yoga pants while tossing pumpkin spice Gulp's atificial bait for fish. Some of you should probably do that after dark.
Han Solo apparel is also an option…
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Florence Is Our First Major Hurricane Of The Season
It is that time of year again, hurricane season, and of course the dreaded nor'easters that are usually worse than a hurricane. Florence is out in the Atlantic Ocean headed this way but it is too early to predict what path she will follow. That also depends on who you ask and which models you follow.
So far she is weakening but still…
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Weekend Warrior Weather Worries
Tropical Storm Gordon remnants will hit the east coast of Delmarva around Friday late night. Gordon is coming to town for the end of summer after party with nor'easter like conditions. We are going to deal with wind and big waves. That is the prediction so far, but you know how the weather changes around here. Minor coastal flooding could…
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Bluefishing Has Been Great If You Like Cocktails
The incoming tide bite for bluefish at the point has been fun. They are the smaller cocktail blues from the tiny 9 inch ones, to upwards of two pounds. We have been using two ounce spoons, deadly dicks, or silver stingers and catching them on every cast. Even without the birds around you can still catch the blues.
They are…
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Fishmonger Puts Googly Eyes On Dead Fish
You would think this would be on the Onion website, but here we are ...
Recently a fishmonger in Kuwait was shut down for putting googly eyes on fish to make them appear more fresh. You can't make this stuff up! A tweet by Mohamed El Dahshan went viral and the responses were epic to say the least.
I have seen some crazy stuff to…
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