On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with tournament hammer Hunter Smith to break down one of the hottest spring bass fishing bites in the country—the legendary Chickahominy River! Fresh off multiple tournament wins this spring and landing several giant 7+ pound largemouth bass, Hunter gives us a full, in-depth Chickahominy River fishing report and explains why this fishery is widely considered one of the best tidal bass fishing rivers in the United States.

We dive deep into proven bass fishing techniques, including how to locate and catch big fish in changing tidal river conditions, how water temperature, tide cycles, and current impact the bite, and the exact fishing patterns that are producing right now in April. Hunter breaks down key areas to target—like spawning flats, creek mouths, backwater sloughs, and grass lines—and reveals the best strategies for both pre-spawn and spawning bass fishing.

You’ll also learn what bass fishing lures are dominating the Chickahominy, including soft plastics, jigs, chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and topwater lures, along with the exact fishing tackle setups (rods, reels, line, and gear) you need to maximize your success. Whether you’re fishing from a kayak or bass boat, this episode is packed with actionable insight to help you catch more and bigger bass on any tidal fishery.

To close out the show, I’m joined by local legend Lin Bell, owner of Fishing Pro Tech, who gives us an exclusive look at the latest JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) fishing tackle, including cutting-edge bass lures, rods, and gear that are taking the fishing world by storm. If you’re serious about upgrading your bass fishing setup and staying ahead of the curve, you don’t want to miss this segment.

If you're looking for the ultimate spring bass fishing report, tips on how to fish tidal rivers, or want to learn the best bass fishing techniques and lures for April, this is an episode you cannot miss!

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If you’re looking to dial in your Potomac River bass fishing this spring, this episode is packed with high-level insight on tidal river bass fishing patterns, spring bass behavior, and exactly how changing tides, water clarity, and warming temperatures are impacting the bite across the system.

Captain Steve dives deep into the historic significance of key sections of the Potomac River, explaining how decades of habitat changes, grass growth, and conservation efforts have shaped one of the most iconic fisheries on the East Coast. From legendary spawning areas to overlooked spring transition zones, we cover where to fish on the Potomac River right now and how to adjust as conditions evolve throughout April.

We also break down the best baits for springtime bass fishing on tidal rivers, including:
• Proven Potomac River spring lures for pre-spawn and spawning bass
• How to fish chatterbaits, spinnerbaits, soft plastics, and crankbaits in tidal systems
• Key adjustments based on incoming vs outgoing tides
• The best techniques for targeting largemouth bass in shallow grass, wood, and current breaks

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we bring you a can’t-miss springtime Chesapeake Bay fishing report with special guest Chris Malgee of VB Backwater Guide Service. If you’re planning to fish the lower Chesapeake Bay, Virginia Beach, or anywhere in the Hampton Roads fishing scene, this episode is loaded with high-level insight, tactics, and real-time conditions you need to know right now.

We take a deep dive into springtime fishing at Virginia Beach, breaking down everything from speckled trout fishing patterns to targeting aggressive puppy drum (redfish) in shallow-water environments that resemble the Florida Keys right here in the Mid-Atlantic. Chris shares expert knowledge on locating fish in skinny water, reading grass flats, and dialing in presentations that consistently produce bites during the spring transition.

This episode also covers:

• The latest Chesapeake Bay fishing report and how seasonal changes are impacting fish behavior
• How to target bull redfish and slot-sized reds in the lower bay
• Current speckled trout fishing conditions and how a recent cold snap could affect the fishery
• Proven techniques for striper fishing in the Chesapeake Bay during the spring migration
• Key areas around Virginia Beach fishing hotspots and how to approach them like a guide

If you’re serious about Chesapeake Bay fishing, speckled trout, redfish, and striped bass, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

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