The Fishing Line

by Capt. Billy Pipkin

Throttle Down and Relax…June is Awesome!

Capt. Billy Pipkin - May 21, 2026

Throttle Down and Relax…June is Awesome!

It’s time to have fun on the water. Everyone is excited about the upcoming fishing and boating season. The month of June offers both a variety of fish, as well as a variety of entertainment. The only cloud in the sky is the current fuel prices. But remember, we had higher fuel prices a few years ago and still had a great time on the water. This is only a temporary spike in prices until the situation with Iran is...

The Fishing Line

May…An Angler’s Awakening

April 22, 2026

Having spent almost 40 years writing about and taking folks fishing in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, I’m still excited to kick off...

Winter on the Water: Outdoor Recreation in the Northern Neck

November 20, 2025

By late November, when the last of the autumn leaves have blown across the fields and the air carries a cool winter nip, the...

Are fish feeling the heat? Cooler nights will fire them up!

October 2, 2025

Over the past five years, the mid-Atlantic region has generally experienced warmer weather. With that in mind, migration patterns of our targeted species have subsequently changed. I...

Northern Neck Seafood Buffet – a September Celebration!

August 28, 2025

We are currently experiencing good fishing both inshore and in the Bay. Because September is known for its great catches, anglers are gathering to celebrate...