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Hey there FishTalkers! We want to thank you for being a subscriber, and our way of saying "thanks" for real is by trying even harder to deliver you even more detailed fish-catching intel. To this end, we thought it would be a good idea to produce a video series delving into the nitty-gritty details that can help you catch more, bigger…
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Fishing Forecast for July, 2026
July 1, 2026
Sign up for our email list and you'll get a weekly overview of the bites on the Bay, along the Mid-Atlantic coast, and in freshwater venues. Subscribe for Premium Access to FishTalk's fishing reports…
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LIVE with Lenny
June 30, 2026
Join us on the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. for new episodes of LIVE with Lenny. Tune in for an interactive live stream with Angler in Chief Lenny Rudow where he discusses various seasonal…
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Setting a Fishing Reel Drag
June 30, 2026
Each and every time you go fishing a properly set drag is what stands between your fish, and a break-off. But few people set their drags properly, or even understand the nuances of how the drag’s…
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Fishing Terms: A Glossary of Fishing Lingo
March 19, 2019
Fishing lingo is a language all its own, so we put together this glossary of fishing terms to make sure everyone’s on the same page as they talk about Chesapeake Bay fishing and angling in our nearby…
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Bucktail Jigs for Bass
March 18, 2019
Anyone who plans to learn about Chesapeake Bay fishing needs to know about bucktail jigs, and how to fish with them. But before we get to tactics and techniques, here's a quick video that will help…
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Are You Ready for the Bay Bridge Boat Show?
March 15, 2019
If you’re in the market for a hot new fishing boat for the 2019 season, mark April 12 to 14 on your calendar – the Bay Bridge Boat Show is the time and the place for some serious boat shopping. You…
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Jump the Gun For Spring Largemouth Bass
March 13, 2019
It’s still cold but temps in the mid-50s and bright sun has you itching to hit the water, you don't have the time to drive to one of the top spring perch run hotspots, and the wild trout are off…
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Steiger Craft 255 DV Miami: Fishing Frenzy
March 11, 2019
The Steiger Craft 255 Miami is a fishing boat with a full cabin that you'll want to check out, especially if you enjoy activities like trolling for winter ocean stripers or off-season Chesapeake Bay…
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Fishing Kayak Loading Systems and Transportation Tips
March 9, 2019
For many anglers, the mobility factor is a huge draw for getting into kayak fishing. You can transport a kayak with virtually any type of vehicle and launch it at any public soft launch or boat ramp…
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