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.
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Fishing the DMV
337 | Smith Mountain Lake Secrets Revealed! | Biologist Reveals Big Bass Data!
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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we're diving deep into one of Virginia’s hottest bass fishing destinations — Smith Mountain Lake. Joining me is Dan Wilson, Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, to break down why this lake is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the bass fishing world.
In early 2025 alone, multiple double-digit bass have been landed, including rumors of an 11-pound giant. With all this buzz, it's no surprise that Major League Fishing has set its sights on the lake for an upcoming Heavy Hitters event later this year.
Dan gives us an exclusive look at:
- The 2024 fishery data and what it tells us about the lake's health
- The ongoing F1 Largemouth Bass stocking program
- How the lake has evolved into a true big-bass destination
📍 Tune in and get the biologist's perspective on what’s driving the bass boom at Smith Mountain Lake!
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