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
US Army Pro Bass Fishing Team: Military Life Inside the Outdoors Team
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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we dive into one of the most unique stories in the bass fishing world—where military service meets competitive angling at the highest level.
I’m joined by MSG John Branch, SFC Brian Galleger, and Sam Pollock from the U.S. Army Outdoors Team (AOT), an elite group of Soldier-anglers representing the Army on the national stage. If you didn’t know the Army had a professional bass fishing team—this episode will open your eyes.
We break down how the U.S. Army Outdoors Team, part of the Marketing and Engagement Brigade, competes in the National Professional Fishing League—going head-to-head with some of the best anglers in the country. More importantly, we talk about how these anglers balance military service with a passion for bass fishing, tournament fishing, and the outdoors.
This conversation goes beyond just fishing. We explore how the team uses bass fishing as a platform for community outreach, mentorship, and recruitment, showing the next generation that you can serve your country while still chasing your passion for the outdoors.
If you’re into bass fishing, tournament strategy, professional fishing leagues, military life, or just inspiring stories from the water, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
🎣 Topics include:
• How the Army Outdoors Team was formed
• Competing in the NPFL and national-level bass fishing tournaments
• Balancing military careers with tournament fishing
• Outreach, youth mentorship, and growing the sport of bass fishing
• What it really takes to fish at a professional level
Whether you're a weekend angler or a hardcore tournament fisherman, this episode delivers insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on what it means to live the fishing lifestyle.
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