Fishing the DMV

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Bucky Osborne, creator of the popular YouTube channel Tri Waves Fishing. Born and raised in Chesapeake, Virginia, Bucky has spent his life exploring the Chesapeake Bay and sharing his fishing adventures online. His channel dives into everything from inshore and offshore saltwater action to freshwater excursions—and even some custom boat builds.
In this episode, Bucky ...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I talk with local angler Jarvis D. Raynor, fresh off his big win at the Maryland ABA Professional League event on the Potomac River! Jarvis gives us an in-depth September Potomac River Bass Fishing Report, breaking down how the river is fishing right now, the state of the grass beds, and what anglers can expect heading into a tournament-packed month with the Major League Fishing BFL Supe...

Here it is, ladies and gentlemen—we’ve officially wrapped up the nearly two-month-long Sizzlin’ Summer Showdown! 🎉

First off, a huge thank you to everyone who participated. This event was an absolute blast, and it wouldn’t have been possible without you.

Looking ahead: by mid-September I’ll announce whether our next event will be in October or if we’ll go straight into the Holiday Bass Bash. Honestly, that decision depends on financ...

On this exciting episode, I’m joined by Andrew Blair, owner of Tactical Fishing Company. Snakehead fishing has exploded in popularity across the Mid-Atlantic, fueled by federal funding for invasive species programs in Maryland and Virginia and a huge push encouraging anglers to remove snakehead from our waters. But alongside that, an equally passionate community of anglers has emerged dedicated not just to catching snakehead, but a...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re heading back down to North Carolina with local stick Jason Barnes! Jason has built an impressive career as a tournament angler, highlighted by being an MLF BFL All-American Qualifier, the 2023 MLF BFL North Carolina Angler of the Year, and now competing on the 2024 Carolinas Bass Trail.

Jason joins the show to break down North Carolina’s best bass fishing destinations and share insi...

On this episode, I sit down with Dave Thompson, fresh off his big win at the NVKBA Battle of Five Lakes II, where he locked down the top spot with a rock-solid 82.00” limit! This marks Dave’s 6th major kayak victory, cementing his reputation as one of the most consistent and knowledgeable anglers in the region.

Competitors had the unique challenge of choosing between Lake Frederick, Burke Lake, Sleeter’s Lake, Occoquan Reservoir, an...

We are diving headfirst into the Final full week of the Sizzlin’ Summer Showdown—and let me tell you, things are already heating up as we come down the home stretch!!! 

Massive Cash Prizes & Custom Plaques Up for Grabs!

OVERALL CHAMPIONS (Mixed Bag or Largemouth Only):
• 1st – $500 + Plaque
• 2nd – $200 + Plaque
• 3rd – $150 + Plaque
• 4th – $100 + Plaque
• 5th – Plaque

SMALLMOUTH ONLY DIVISION:
• 1st – $50...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Billy Kohls, owner of Smith Mountain Lake Guide Service! Billy brings us the early fall fishing report straight from Smith Mountain Lake and shares an in-depth look at how to catch bass during the fall transition.

We break down:

•How water temperature, baitfish movement, and seasonal patterns affect bass behavior.

•The best techniques and lures to use right now on Smith Mountain Lake.

•...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with the innovative minds behind Gettin Jiggy Baits to dive deep into the exciting world of Cobia fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. We cover everything from whether Cobia fishing in the Bay is becoming over-pressured, to what makes this fishery so unique and challenging.

The guys also share the origin story of their company, how Gettin Jiggy Baits came to life, and what separates their Cob...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Dave Miller to dive into one of the most heated conservation debates facing our waters today overspray of herbicides in our local bodies of water. We tackle a hot-button issue shaking up the fishing and conservation community: The decision to use diquat dibromide—a federally approved herbicide that’s banned in the European Union—to combat the spread of subaquatic grass has sparked s...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by two incredible anglers—Matt Strykul of SB Fishing and Matt McCluskey. We dive into how each of their seasons is shaping up and what it takes to compete at such high levels of tournament fishing.

Strykul is grinding through nearly 78 tournament trails a year, including the highly competitive Elite 70s and Elite 70s Alpha circuits. Meanwhile, McCluskey is stepping up to the big stage i...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Brian Collins, an Eastern Shore native and administrator of the Facebook group Menhaden – Little Fish, Big Deal!. Together, we tackle one of the Chesapeake Bay’s most pressing and controversial topics: the fight over menhaden.

Often called “the most important fish in the sea,” menhaden are vital to the Bay’s ecosystem—filtering water and serving as a primary food source for striped b...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Roanoke local Trevor English to explore one of the most storied and ecologically rich rivers in the mid-Atlantic—the Roanoke River. Stretching 410 miles from its headwaters in the Blue Ridge Mountains of southwestern Virginia to Albemarle Sound in North Carolina, this river has shaped communities, sustained incredible wildlife, and delivered world-class fishing for centuries.

Please ...

we’re diving headfirst into the week 4 update from the Sizzlin’ Summer Showdown—and let me tell you, things are already heating up just one week in! Whether you’re chasing largemouth giants, smallmouth bronzebacks, or just in it for the glory, now’s the time to lock in your spot—registration is still OPEN! 

Massive Cash Prizes & Custom Plaques Up for Grabs!

OVERALL CHAMPIONS (Mixed Bag or Largemouth Only):
• 1st – $500 + Pla...

On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we revisit an old old episode and head back to the Chesapeake Bay. Specifically, the Virginia portion of Chesapeake Bay with Chris Moore. Chris previously served as the Senior Regional Ecosystem Scientist at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) and has assumed the role of Executive Director at the CBF Virginia office. Mr. Moore played a pivotal role in establishing sustainable fisheries f...

On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we break down the 2025 fish sampling survey results for Virginia’s Upper James River with Hunter Hatcher with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

The James River—Virginia’s largest—begins where the Cowpasture and Jackson Rivers meet in Botetourt County and winds through the Allegheny and Blue Ridge Mountains before flowing past Lynchburg, Richmond, and into the Chesapeake Bay. Today, we...

On this exciting episode of Fishing with DMV we get an August Shenandoah River Fishing Report from Brian Peeler, owner and operator of Rivergoat Outfitters. Brian is a fishing enthusiast and a US Army veteran who was raised in Virginia. 

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On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Branson D. Williams, Invasive Fishes Program Manager for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. A proud Eastern Shore native, Branson brings a local’s perspective on the region’s rich ecology and distinct landscape. We take a deep dive into the growing battle against invasive species—like Northern Snakehead, Blue Catfish, and more—that threaten the health of the Chesapeake Ba...

Did you know New Jersey has more than just The Sopranos & dead bodies? Believe it or not, They have a ton of rivers and lakes that produce some of the best anglers in the country!! 
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with rising kayak fishing star and New Jersey native Jake Coucoules who is fresh off his impressive wins at both the Mid-Atlantic Kayak Bass Fishing Series Upper Bay (Chesapeake Bay) and the 2024 Ba...