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Chesapeake Bay Fishing Perseveres Through Chilly Conditions and Gusty Winds
As of today, January 12, 2025, the fishing scene in the Chesapeake Bay, particularly around the Baltimore and Washington D.C. areas, is facing some challenges due to the weather. The wind has been strong, and the cold weather is persisting, which has kept many boats off the water.
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
This morning, the high tide was at 8:37 AM with a height of 0.58 meters (1.91 feet), and the next low tide will be at 3:59 PM with a height of -0.05 meters (-0.17 feet)[2].
Sunrise was at 7:17 AM, and sunset is expected at 5:08 PM. The moonset occurred at 6:28 AM, and moonrise will be at 3:43 PM.
### Fish Activity
Despite the adverse weather, there are still some promising spots. In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, big rockfish are still being caught, although the action has been slow in the past week. Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay have been hot zones, with fish caught on soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. However, the recent wind and cold weather forecast suggest that the bite might be tough moving forward[3].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
There have been reports of striped bass, particularly in the 40-inch mark range, caught near Chesapeake Beach and Eastern Bay. Deeper ledges along the shipping channel and areas like Bloody Point near Eastern Bay are historical winter spots for these fish. Additionally, the warm water discharge at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP) is a place where fish congregate to escape the cold water[3].
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads have been effective. In colder weather, deeper ledges and structures are key, so using lures that can reach these depths, such as jigs or spoons, is advisable.
### Hot Spots
- **Chesapeake Beach**: Known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark.
- **Bloody Point**: Historically holds fish in the deeper depths near Eastern Bay, especially during winter.
- **Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP)**: The warm water discharge here attracts fish seeking relief from the cold.
Given the current conditions, patience and persistence will be key. If you're out on the water today, be prepared for a grind, but the potential for catching some trophy fish is still there. Stay warm and good luck
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
This morning, the high tide was at 8:37 AM with a height of 0.58 meters (1.91 feet), and the next low tide will be at 3:59 PM with a height of -0.05 meters (-0.17 feet)[2].
Sunrise was at 7:17 AM, and sunset is expected at 5:08 PM. The moonset occurred at 6:28 AM, and moonrise will be at 3:43 PM.
### Fish Activity
Despite the adverse weather, there are still some promising spots. In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, big rockfish are still being caught, although the action has been slow in the past week. Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay have been hot zones, with fish caught on soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. However, the recent wind and cold weather forecast suggest that the bite might be tough moving forward[3].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
There have been reports of striped bass, particularly in the 40-inch mark range, caught near Chesapeake Beach and Eastern Bay. Deeper ledges along the shipping channel and areas like Bloody Point near Eastern Bay are historical winter spots for these fish. Additionally, the warm water discharge at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP) is a place where fish congregate to escape the cold water[3].
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads have been effective. In colder weather, deeper ledges and structures are key, so using lures that can reach these depths, such as jigs or spoons, is advisable.
### Hot Spots
- **Chesapeake Beach**: Known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark.
- **Bloody Point**: Historically holds fish in the deeper depths near Eastern Bay, especially during winter.
- **Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP)**: The warm water discharge here attracts fish seeking relief from the cold.
Given the current conditions, patience and persistence will be key. If you're out on the water today, be prepared for a grind, but the potential for catching some trophy fish is still there. Stay warm and good luck
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By Quiet. PleaseAs of today, January 12, 2025, the fishing scene in the Chesapeake Bay, particularly around the Baltimore and Washington D.C. areas, is facing some challenges due to the weather. The wind has been strong, and the cold weather is persisting, which has kept many boats off the water.
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
This morning, the high tide was at 8:37 AM with a height of 0.58 meters (1.91 feet), and the next low tide will be at 3:59 PM with a height of -0.05 meters (-0.17 feet)[2].
Sunrise was at 7:17 AM, and sunset is expected at 5:08 PM. The moonset occurred at 6:28 AM, and moonrise will be at 3:43 PM.
### Fish Activity
Despite the adverse weather, there are still some promising spots. In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, big rockfish are still being caught, although the action has been slow in the past week. Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay have been hot zones, with fish caught on soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. However, the recent wind and cold weather forecast suggest that the bite might be tough moving forward[3].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
There have been reports of striped bass, particularly in the 40-inch mark range, caught near Chesapeake Beach and Eastern Bay. Deeper ledges along the shipping channel and areas like Bloody Point near Eastern Bay are historical winter spots for these fish. Additionally, the warm water discharge at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP) is a place where fish congregate to escape the cold water[3].
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads have been effective. In colder weather, deeper ledges and structures are key, so using lures that can reach these depths, such as jigs or spoons, is advisable.
### Hot Spots
- **Chesapeake Beach**: Known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark.
- **Bloody Point**: Historically holds fish in the deeper depths near Eastern Bay, especially during winter.
- **Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP)**: The warm water discharge here attracts fish seeking relief from the cold.
Given the current conditions, patience and persistence will be key. If you're out on the water today, be prepared for a grind, but the potential for catching some trophy fish is still there. Stay warm and good luck
### Tidal and Weather Conditions
This morning, the high tide was at 8:37 AM with a height of 0.58 meters (1.91 feet), and the next low tide will be at 3:59 PM with a height of -0.05 meters (-0.17 feet)[2].
Sunrise was at 7:17 AM, and sunset is expected at 5:08 PM. The moonset occurred at 6:28 AM, and moonrise will be at 3:43 PM.
### Fish Activity
Despite the adverse weather, there are still some promising spots. In the Middle Chesapeake Bay, big rockfish are still being caught, although the action has been slow in the past week. Chesapeake Beach and the mouth of Eastern Bay have been hot zones, with fish caught on soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads. However, the recent wind and cold weather forecast suggest that the bite might be tough moving forward[3].
### Types and Amounts of Fish
There have been reports of striped bass, particularly in the 40-inch mark range, caught near Chesapeake Beach and Eastern Bay. Deeper ledges along the shipping channel and areas like Bloody Point near Eastern Bay are historical winter spots for these fish. Additionally, the warm water discharge at the Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP) is a place where fish congregate to escape the cold water[3].
### Best Lures and Bait
For striped bass, soft plastics on 1.5-ounce heads have been effective. In colder weather, deeper ledges and structures are key, so using lures that can reach these depths, such as jigs or spoons, is advisable.
### Hot Spots
- **Chesapeake Beach**: Known for its short-lived bird action and reports of fish over the 40-inch mark.
- **Bloody Point**: Historically holds fish in the deeper depths near Eastern Bay, especially during winter.
- **Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant (CCNPP)**: The warm water discharge here attracts fish seeking relief from the cold.
Given the current conditions, patience and persistence will be key. If you're out on the water today, be prepared for a grind, but the potential for catching some trophy fish is still there. Stay warm and good luck