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Striped Bass and Temperature Mortality
In 2024 I was invited to jump on a boat to catch striped bass — out of season! After learning it was to participate in a George Mason University Fisheries Ecology Lab study on the catch-and-release of striped bass, I was all in. The study was to determine catch-and-release mortality of striped bass in their natural environment. A fixed 9.0 percent…
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An Angler’s Tribute
June 17, 2026
Charlie Ebersberger, longtime owner of Anglers Sport Center and beloved outdoorsman, passed away at the age of 69 on December 15, 2025. He was diagnosed with cancer and fought valiantly until his…
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Catching Cobia—and then Some
June 14, 2026
It’s June, people, and for countless Chesapeake and coastal DelMarVa anglers that means counting down the days until the opening of cobia season. Cobia are among the biggest, most powerful fish we…
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All New Raymarine Axiom
June 11, 2026
News Flash: Raymarine has announced a new MFD, the Axiom 2, which is faster and more potent than ever. At the heart of the tech upgrade you’ll find six-core processing power. That means the Axiom 2…
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Ceviche Tostadas, Chesapeake Style
July 11, 2025
Ceviche tostadas is the most common way you see ceviche served in Mexico. Here’s how to make them so they don’t shatter. A few things to start. First, while I am using (steamed) crab ceviche for…
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Hot New Fishing Gear, Summer 2025
July 9, 2025
Looking for a lightweight reel that will last? The Okuma Hakai fits the bill.​​​​​​ Okuma Hakai Low Profile Baitcasting Reel Weight matters when it comes to fishing reels, especially if you plan…
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Mercury Joystick Piloting: There Can Be Only One
July 7, 2025
If you love the idea of driving via joystick but have a single-engine boat, Mercury Marine says no problem. Their new Joystick Piloting for Single Engine Outboards was introduced this spring, putting…
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Tweaking for Bigeye Tuna
July 5, 2025
You say you want to have a better shot at bagging a bigeye tuna while trolling a mixed spread this summer, but you don’t want to become so dedicated to the cause that you vastly reduce the chances of…
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Coastal Skiff 171: Uncommon Sense
July 3, 2025
The Coastal Skiff 171 looks quite simple and straightforward, so what makes it a true standout? Back in the olden days when my hair was black, a bag of bloodworm cost three bucks, and I thought an…
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Fishing Forecast for July of 2025
July 1, 2025
Remember, folks, this is a forecast as opposed to a current report, which is built from looking back at the past eight years of FishTalk's reports, so for current reports please visit our Reports…
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