Fishing the DMV
Fishing the DMV Podcast is a leading bass fishing podcast delivering the most up-to-date fishing reports, bass fishing tips, bass fishing techniques, and tournament bass fishing strategies for anglers across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Covering Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Washington D.C., and North Carolina, and Pennsylvania, this podcast is your go-to source for largemouth bass fishing, smallmouth bass fishing, tidal river fishing, lakes or the Chesapeake Bay we are the go to source for all things fishing in the area.
Hosted by Thomas Arens, Fishing the DMV features expert interviews with professional anglers, fishing guides, tournament anglers, fisheries biologists, and fishing industry experts, breaking down bass fishing patterns, seasonal fishing strategies, pre-spawn fishing, spawn fishing, post-spawn fishing, summer bass fishing, fall bass fishing, and winter bass fishing. Every episode is packed with actionable advice on best bass fishing lures, fishing tackle, rod and reel setups, bass fishing gear, sonar and fish finders, forward-facing sonar, electronics, kayak fishing, bank fishing, and offshore fishing techniques.
Get detailed fishing reports and bass fishing intel for top fisheries including the Potomac River, Chesapeake Bay, Lake Anna, Smith Mountain Lake, Chickahominy River, James River, Susquehanna River, Shenandoah River, Claytor Lake, Lake Gaston, Kerr Lake (Buggs Island), and more. Learn proven tournament fishing strategies, how to catch big bass, how to find bass, and how to catch more fish with real-world insights from anglers who fish these waters every day.
Whether you're searching for the best bass fishing podcast, daily fishing reports, bass fishing tips and tricks, or advanced bass fishing techniques, Fishing the DMV Podcast delivers everything you need to improve your fishing, stay on top of current conditions, and dominate on the water.
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Episodes
594 episodes
The Bassmaster Economy Is Breaking… Here’s What Nobody Talks About | with Flint Financial Planning
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Kevin Flint of Flint Financial Planning for one of the most important conversations we’ve had about the future of fishing, tournament angling, and the real cost of chasing this sport.Ke...
Juniata River Smallmouth Fishing Report: 94.50” Kayak Tournament Win with Jordan Lovejoy
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to Pennsylvania to break down the Juniata River smallmouth bass bite with Jordan Lovejoy, winner of the Kayak Adventure Series Juniata River event with an impressive <...
Paper Mill Pollution on the Jackson River? What’s Happening to the Upper James River
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Capt. Sam Scott of Blue Ridge Muskies to discuss a serious and growing concern on the Jackson River and Upper James River: pollution concerns connected to the Smurfit Westrock paper ...
Potomac River Bass Fishing Report: Summer Bass Secrets with Captain Steve Chaconas
In this episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to the legendary Potomac River with one of the most knowledgeable anglers to ever fish it Captain Steve Chaconas.Captain Steve breaks down the current state of the Pot...
Biggest Bass Fishing Stories This Weekend | Young Anglers, FFS MLF, Bassmaster & the Coike Bait
On this crazy episode of Fishing the DMV, we are breaking down the biggest stories in bass fishing from this past weekend and opening up the phone lines so you can be part of the conversation! We’ll cover the wildest tournament headlines, inclu...
Summer Striper and Bass Fishing Topwater Patterns | Kerr Lake Fishing Report
In this episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to Buggs Island Reservoir, also known as Kerr Lake, for a full summer fishing report with Captain Zach from Threadfin Guide Services. If you are looking for the latest information on Buggs Island...
The Best Creek & River Baits for Smallmouth Bass | Scott Barrett of Max4 Fishing
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Scott Barrett, owner of Max4 Fishing and the legendary bait designer behind the Nikko Hellgrammite, one of the most influential smallmouth fishing baits ever creat...
Early Summer New River Smallmouth Fishing Secrets Revealed with Ethan Stone of New River Outdoor Company
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to one of the most legendary smallmouth bass fisheries in the country: the New River. I’m joined by longtime guide Ethan Stone of New River Outdoor Company for a full summer smallmouth bass fishi...
Virginia’s New Gun Laws Explained!!!! How Hunters, Anglers and outdoor lovers will be Impacted
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with Hunter Brooks and Todd Sadler from Green Top to break down the new Virginia gun laws, the upcoming Virginia assault weapons ban, magazine capacity limits, firearm transfer deadlines, and the ...
Virginia Bass Fishing Secrets: Potomac River, Belmont Bay & Electric-Only Lakes
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with the legend himself Marty Lawson of Monster Bass and Ralph Boyd of Army Outdoors for a fun, high-energy, and information-packed conversation about Virginia bass fishing, Potomac River bass fis...
Potomac River & Patuxent River Breakdown: Tidal Bass Fishing Secrets with CJ Craft
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we sit down with CJ Craft to break down the current state of Potomac River bass fishing, tidal bass fishing, and what it takes to catch quality tournament fish on one of the most pressured bass fisheries in t...
Upper Chesapeake Bay Bass Fishing Report!! Tidal Bass Secrets with Duke Nave
Upper Chesapeake Bay Bass Fishing is ON FIRE! Tidal Bass Secrets with Duke NaveOn this episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to the Upper Chesapeake Bay with local tournament stick Duke Nave Fishing for a full bre...
Summer Bass Fishing secrets! | Lake Anna Bass Fishing Report with High Pole Guide Services
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to one of Virginia’s most popular and productive fisheries — Lake Anna, Virginia for a full summer bass fishing report with Matt McCluskey and Tyler Heuple of High Pole Guide Servi...
Upper Potomac River Smallmouth Bass Fishing for Beginners | Kayak Fishing with Matt Fauver
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with local angler Matt Fauver to discuss his journey into smallmouth bass fishing on the Upper Potomac River and his growing passion for tournament kayak fishing
Pasquotank River Bass Fishing WINNER Breaks Down 28.78 LB Bag! | Albemarle Sound Tournament Tips
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we head down to the Pasquotank River, part of the legendary Albemarle Sound and Chowan River Basin, to break down one of the hottest bass fishing tournaments in the region...
Win Cash & Prizes in the Sizzling Summer Showdown Fishing Tournament
The Sizzling Summer Showdown Fishing Tournament is officially here, and it is time to bring the heat!In this episode of Fishing the DMV, we break down everything anglers need to know about the Sizzling Summer Showdown, including tour...
Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report | Virginia Beach Summer Fishing Report | Redfish, Speckled Trout & Summer Patterns with Brayden Cope
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we’re heading down to the coast for an early summer Virginia Beach fishing report with local angler Brayden Cope.If you’re planning a fishing trip, beach vacation, kayak trip, or j...
Bassmaster Elite Preview: NC’s Pasquotank River & Albemarle Sound with Biologist Ben Ricks
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I am joined by Ben Ricks, Assistant Chief of Fisheries Management and Coastal Region Supervisor with the Inland Fisheries Division of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Ben is also one...
Upper Bay Bass Fishing Report with Bass & Beer Radio
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we break down the Susquehanna Fishing Tackle Summer Slam, one of the biggest team bass fishing tournaments on the Upper Chesapeake Bay.I am joined by Bass & Beer Radio to talk about their impre...
The History of Back Bay Bass Fishing | Virginia’s Legendary Trophy Fishery with Biologist Chad Boyce
In this episode of Fishing the DMV, we are joined by Chad Boyce from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources for a deep dive into one of the most fascinating and historic bass fishery Back Bay in Virginia Beach, Virginia<...
The Hidden Health Threat to Anglers & Hunters: Skin Cancer, Ticks & Lyme Disease with Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner Mercy Viator
May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and on this important episode of Fishing the DMV, I am joined by Mercy Viator, Dermatology Certified Nurse Practitioner, to talk about two of the most dangerous threats facing anglers, hunters, h...
🚨 Emergency Gardy’s Mill Pond Update! 🚨 The Fight to Save Gardy’s Mill Pond
On this emergency upload — and possibly the shortest episode in Fishing the DMV history — I’m joined by Clint Outlaw to break down the latest information surrounding the Gardy’s Mill Pond Dam breach, the ongoing Gardy’s ...
Spring Bass Bash Winners REVEALED! Biggest Bass, Final Standings & Awards
Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we are celebrating the official Spring Bass Bash Award Ceremony and announcing all of the winners from...
Chesapeake Bay Fishing Report with Capt. Todd Bellamy | Late May/June
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Capt. Todd Bellamy of FishPit Charters, one of the most experienced and passionate Chesapeake Bay charter captains on the water. Capt. Todd operates primarily around Ta...
Fishing Saved Their Lives… Now They’re Helping Others Heal | J2 Fishing Company
On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined by Jarrod Egolf and Justin Cremisio, the owners of J2 Fishing Company, to talk about their story, their mission, the upcoming Fighting to Fishing Charity Tournament...