2010 Maryland Fishing and Boating Trade Show and Expo Schedule

We've compiled a list of the upcoming Winter and Spring 2010 fishing and boating trade shows and expos that are in Maryland (or close by). If you know of a show that should be on this list but is not, please let us know so we can add it. Fishing shows are a great way to shake the winter doldrums, pick up a few angling tips, check out the latest tackle innovations, and spend some time talking fishing or boating with some great people.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/128/2010-Maryland-Fishing-and-Boating-Trade-Show-and-Expo-Schedule.html

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PHOTO: World Record Black Sea Bass (1905)

World record (1905) black sea bass caught by John T. Perkins at Catalina Island on June 3rd, 1905.  The fish weighed in at 428 lbs. and took 57 minutes to land on rod and reel. Geo. Farnsworth - Boatman.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/127/PHOTO-World-Record-Black-Sea-Bass-1905.html

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VIDEO: Bill Dance Battles Trolling Motor

This hilarious video I found on YouTube pits fishing legend Bill Dance against his own trolling motor. If you have not seen this before then you must invest the 40 seconds to watch it. It is time well spent. Enjoy!

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/126/VIDEO-Bill-Dance-Battles-Trolling-Motor.html

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Maryland Anglers Must Register With Feds Before Fishing in 2010

Starting Jan. 1, 2010, Maryland Anglers will need to register with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) before fishing. This requirement is an essential part of a national commitment to effectively manage saltwater fish populations.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/125/Maryland-Anglers-Must-Register-With-Feds-Before-Fishing-in-2010.html

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1881 Striped Bass Fishing

I recently found an article from a monthly magazine published in 1881
entitled simply "Striped Bass." It is fairly easy to that the angler's
reverence of the striped bass is not Johnny-come-lately. Seems like
fishermen from the late-1800's pursued the striped bass as eagerly as we do
today.

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VIDEO: Vintage Largemouth Bass Fishing from 1903

This short bass fishing video was produced in 1903. It shows a man in fashionable sporting attire standing on some large rocks at the edge of a stream. He is holding a short fishing rod in his hands and casting into the running stream.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/123/VIDEO-Vintage-Largemouth-Bass-Fishing-from-1903.html

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PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast, December 18, 2009

Chesapeake Bay Striper Fishing Report by Southernmarylandfishing. Com  
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Striper season for MD closed on December 15 and it has been one heck of a Fall season. By all estimates it was probably one of the best fall seasons we have had in quite some time. A lot of anglers hooked up with citations and personal best catches. There were plenty of Rockfish caught over 40lbs and some above 50lbs.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/122/PODCAST-Rockfish-ONLY-Fishing-Forecast-December-18-2009.html

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Invasive Algae Found In Savage River

Didymo found below Savage River Reservoir. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that didymo, an invasive non-native algae has been found in the Savage River below Savage River Reservoir.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/121/Invasive-Algae-Found-In-Savage-River.html

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PHOTOS: Catch and Release Jetty Stripers

Maryland Striped Bass season has ended, but catch and release is still an option. Striper Dave proves to the skeptics that stripers still bite when both the weather and the water are cold - you just have to know where to go, when to go, and how to fish it once you are there.

FULL REPORT AND PHOTOS: http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/120/PHOTOS-Catch-and-Release-Jetty-Stripers.html

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LinkedIn Announces Major Redesign

Social networking industry leader LinkedIn recently announced a redesign.  In early December many users started to see the new interface.  Have you seen it yet?

http://mashable.com/2009/12/10/linkedin-redesign-rollout/

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PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast - December 11, 2009

Water temperatures are dropping, but fishing is still good! Boaters are putting fish in the box, and believe it or not, shore bound anglers are having some great success for those skinny water stripers. If you are headed to the beach, stripers are all over the beaches of Ocean City. Get out there and end the year with a call of FISH ON!

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/119/PODCAST-Rockfish-ONLY-Fishing-Forecast-December-11-2009.html

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PHOTOS: Jetty Striper Fishing Produces Big Time

This shore-bound angle striper report came in this afternoon from Striper Dave. He told me he had an appointment today in the area of Port Republic so he decided to try a jetty close by in Calvert Beach. The results speak for themselves - nice fish, buddy!

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/118/PHOTOS-Jetty-Fishing-Produces-Big-Time.html

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NOAA Deploys New Smart Weather Buoy off Annapolis

NOAA deployed the seventh in a series of “smart buoys” to monitor weather conditions and water quality in the Chesapeake Bay last month. The buoy, located at the mouth of Severn River near Annapolis, Md., will be used by commercial and recreational boaters to navigate safely and provide data for educators and scientists to monitor the Bay's changing conditions.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/117/NOAA-Deploys-New-Smart-Weather-Buoy-off-Annapolis.html

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NOAA Deploys New Smart Weather Buoy off Annapolis - Southern Maryland Fishing

NOAA Deploys New Smart Weather Buoy off Annapolis - Southern Maryland Fishing

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PHOTOS: Cold Front Jetty Stripers

Report just in from Striper Dave - With a cold front and possible snow approaching I decided to give it a try today on the jetty. Ended up catching 2 nice schoolies on the rocks.

http://www.southernmarylandfishing.com/news/116/PHOTOS-Cold-Front-Jetty-Stripers.html

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PHOTOS: Cold Front Jetty Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

With a cold front and possible snow approaching I decided to give it a try today on the jetty. Ended up catching 2 nice schoolies on the rocks.

PHOTOS: Cold Front Jetty Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast - December 4, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast - December 4, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

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Fatal Boating Accident off Point Lookout - Southern Maryland Fishing

Fatal Boating Accident off Point Lookout - Southern Maryland Fishing

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VIDEO: Live Eel Striped Bass Fishing in a Kayak - Southern Maryland Fishing

VIDEO: Live Eel Striped Bass Fishing in a Kayak - Southern Maryland Fishing

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PHOTOS: Weekend Striper Wrapup - Southern Maryland Fishing

This report came in from Striper Dave after several quick weekend striper fishing trips to local marinas and a few jetties. As usual, Dave catches fish where others don't think to fish.

PHOTOS: Weekend Striper Wrapup - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast November 27, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Solomons Island water temperatures are showing around 56 degrees, while up the Bay to Baltimore temperatures are showing at 54 degrees. Reports have been a bit scattered this week and anglers are finding the fish mostly holding over deeper water up to 100 feet. A lot of the fish seem to be hanging in the water column at about 25 to 35 feet down over the deeper water, however some are holding on or near the bottom.

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast November 27, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

MD Natural Resources Police Identify Body of Missing Kayaker - Southern Maryland Fishing

MD Natural Resources Police Identify Body of Missing Kayaker - Southern Maryland Fishing

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Winter Bass Fishing - 3 Effective Cold Weather Bass Fishing Lures - Southern Maryland Fishing

Winter Bass Fishing - 3 Effective Cold Weather Bass Fishing Lures - Southern Maryland Fishing

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PHOTOS: Friday Night Stripes - Fishing Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

I got this report in from Striper Dave last night. While everyone else was watching High School playoff football (Go Canes!) Dave went to the local marina before sundown and got his striper fix on and hooked up with some "Friday Night Stripes." Great job Dave!!

PHOTOS: Friday Night Stripes - Fishing Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Report - 11/20/2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

The fisherman have been back out in force this week. There have been reports of a lot of grass and dirty water. It is clearing up slowly and has gotten better as the days go by.


Water temperatures at Thomas Point are hovering around 54 degrees and Solomons Island water temperatures are hovering right around 58.

The bite has been somewhat scattered and a lot of anglers are just trying to pinpoint the bait to put them on the stripers. Everyone is out there trying to re-establish patterns.


PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Report - 11/20/2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

MD DNR Fishing Report - 11/18/2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Chesapeake Bay fishing returning to normal Fall patterns after the nasty noreaster departs and freshwater fishermen are enjoying good trout fishing and fishing for largemouth bass.

MD DNR Fishing Report - 11/18/2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

VIDEO: Understanding Tides and Fishing - Southern Maryland Fishing

Most recreational fisherman don't have the luxury of picking and choosing their fishing times. We have to go when the opportunity presents itself. But if you are fishing tidal waters there is one thing you can do to drastically increase your odds of success. Take the time to know how the tidal cycle impacts the feeding habits of your target species.

VIDEO: Understanding Tides and Fishing - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Post-Noreaster Skinny Water Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Post-Noreaster Skinny Water Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

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PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast - Nov. 13, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

The area that has seems to be on fire is from Chesapeake Beach to Point No Point. Most of big cows have been holding over deeper water from 40 to 75 feet and at times holding close to the bottom as well. Some smaller schoolie rockfish are holding in 25 to 35 feet so for the big boys get your baits down.

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast - Nov. 13, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Cow Striper Fishing Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

I just got this fishing report forwarded to me by Striper Dave from a message board acquaintance. He wanted to share this report and the accompanying photos with our readers here at SouthernMarylandFishing.com. Big THANKS for sharing and you do know how to catch'em good!

PHOTOS: Cow Striper Fishing Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

MD DNR Fishing Report - Nov. 11, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Striper fishing in the Chesapeake Bay is heating up BIG time and is expected to only get better through the rest of November and into December. Freshwater fishermen continue to benefit from the trout stocking program while largemouth are moving on to deeper waters.

MD DNR Fishing Report - Nov. 11, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Middle Chesapeake Bay Jetty Fishing for Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Middle Chesapeake Bay Jetty Fishing for Stripers - Southern Maryland Fishing

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Fishing Gloves for Cold Weather Fishing - Southern Maryland Fishing

Keeping your hands warm and still having the ability to manipulate your reels and ties knots in the cold weather months will make all the difference in your enjoyment level of winter fishing.

Fishing Gloves for Cold Weather Fishing - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast November 6, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

In this report: big rockfish are starting to move back into the Bay from the ocean and we have reports of sea lice on some of those fish. Gannetts are working breaking fish in huge numbers making it easy to spot and locate these fish that are withing casting range.


PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast November 6, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

How To Bass Fish - Southern Maryland Fishing

There are many reasons people find fishing in general appealing. It is a great way to spend some time outdoors, it can be a shared family experience, but above all the challenge of locating and catching fish is very rewarding when accomplished successfully. I will present to you a beginners guide on how to bass fish.

How To Bass Fish - Southern Maryland Fishing

MD DNR Fishing Report - November 4, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Chesapeake Bay fishermen have been enjoying excellent striped bass fishing and freshwater fishermen are busy fishing for trout that have been recently stocked throughout the state.

MD DNR Fishing Report - November 4, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Early November Jetty and Dock Piling Rockfish Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

Fish are still present at the right time of the day in shallow water around dock pilings and stone jetties. There is still great fishing for striped bass for the shorebound angler, you just have to know where and when to go.

Early November Jetty and Dock Piling Rockfish Report - Southern Maryland Fishing

White Perch - Chesapeake Bay Fish Facts

These fish are silvery and frequently have irregular dusky longitudinal lines along its body. They have a slightly projecting lower jaw and small teeth. Their dorsal fins are separate and their anal fin possesses three strong spines. Great Chesapeake Bay fishing fun hunting the white perch in Maryland.

PHOTOS: Chasing Stripers at the Mouth of the South - Southern Maryland Fishing

This fishing report was filed this morning by Striper Dave (http://www.striperdave.com) fishing aboard "Lacey Summer" with her captain, Mike Schenck.

PHOTOS: Chasing Stripers at the Mouth of the South - Southern Maryland Fishing

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast October 30, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Every Friday on SouthernMarylandFishing.com we will tell you what the stripers are biting and where the striped bass are biting in the Chesapeake Bay so you can succeed in your weekend fishing. Before you head out on Saturday, make sure you listen in on Friday so you will be certain to Catch'em Good.

PODCAST: Rockfish ONLY Fishing Forecast October 30, 2009 - Southern Maryland Fishing

Jetty Fishing - Safety Should Come First - Southern Maryland Fishing

One of the most productive locations for the bank-bound angler can be stone or rock jetties, particularly early and late in the day. Just make sure you know how to fish these locations safely.

Jetty Fishing - Safety Should Come First - Southern Maryland Fishing

PHOTOS: Trolling Rockfish Out Front - Southern Maryland Fishing

We boated and boxed a few nice fish today. We were in approximately 30 feet of water and most of the fish came on umbrella rigs.

PHOTOS: Trolling Rockfish Out Front - Southern Maryland Fishing