Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Chesapeake Bay fishing report for March 15, 2025. Let's dive right in!

The tides are looking good today, with low tide at 6:29 AM and high tide at 11:40 AM. Sunrise is at 7:14 AM and sunset at 7:12 PM, giving us plenty of daylight to work with. Weather-wise, we're looking at a mild spring day with temperatures in the mid-50s and light winds.

Fishing activity is picking up as we transition into spring. Yellow perch runs are winding down, but white perch are starting to move in. Anglers have been having luck in the middle section of the Patuxent River and the upper Choptank. For perch, try using grass shrimp under a bobber or small 2-inch plastics on a 1/8 oz jig.

Striped bass are starting their annual spawn run, so they're moving up the rivers. While catch-and-release fishing for stripers is allowed in some areas this month, make sure to check the latest regulations. The Susquehanna Flats and areas around the Calvert Cliffs power plant have been productive spots.

Blue catfish action is heating up with the warmer water temps. They're biting in depths from 20 to 60 feet. Cut bait like gizzard shad or eel has been working well.

For lures, I'd recommend having a few key options in your tackle box. The Rapala X-Rap has been effective for stripers, especially for kayak anglers. Storm WildEye Swim Shads are great for slow trolling in shallower waters. And don't forget about the classic bucktails – they're always a good choice in the Bay.

If you're looking for some hot spots, try the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel area for tautog as they start moving inshore. The waters around Kent Island have also been producing some nice catches.

Remember, folks, the fishing's only going to get better as we move into spring. Tight lines, and I'll catch you next time!