Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy birthday to my biggest role model and lifelong fishing partner! Love you Dad!

Boom...Morgan

Maryland Weekly Fishing Report Overview | November 28, 2012

Via MD DNR:

By: Keith Lockwood

As each week gets progressively colder more and more fishermen are beginning to haul boats and fishing gear is starting to become buried in the garage. This fact really struck home when I was crossing the Bay Bridge at 7am on Monday morning and observed a couple acres of breaking fish and diving birds and not a boat to be seen. There is still plenty of good striped bass fishing to be had; especially for the large fall migrant fish. Coldwater species such as trout, walleye, smallmouth and largemouth bass are still active as are chain pickerel and channel catfish.

Fisherman in the upper reaches of the Chesapeake have been jigging close to the bottom along channel edges for striped bass and in the lower Susquehanna fishermen are also catch big largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and walleye. Soft plastic jigs, grub jigs and blade lures can be very effective when worked slowly along channel edges. Matthew McShane shows off a beautiful 25", 6lb walleye he caught recently in the lower Susquehanna on a swimbait.

Photo courtesy of Matthew McShane

In the upper bay region and around the Bay Bridge piers, rock piles and steep channel edges fishermen are jigging deep for a mix of large white perch and striped bass. Surface water temperatures in most areas of the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake are running about 48-degrees on the surface and as warm as 65-degrees on the bottom. Deep is where most fishermen are finding the best fishing whether they are jigging or trolling. Those trolling are using inline weights to get down in the water column and using umbrella rigs with bucktails or swim shads as trailers. Fishermen are running medium sized lures and larger ones such as parachutes in their trolling spreads in the hope of coming across some of the large fall migrant striped bass that have moved up the bay. The large parachutes, bucktails and swim shads are often run in tandem. Mark Cullum was trolling a tandem rig when he caught this whopper of a striped bass that measured 50" and weighed 44lbs. near the Bay Bridge recently.

Photo courtesy of Mark Cullum

In the middle bay region much of the focus by fishermen has been on trolling along the edges of the shipping channel for large fall migrant striped bass. This is a good time of the year to be out of the wind and in a warm cabin and trolling is the most effective method for catching these large striped bass that are paying us a visit. Most everyone is trolling an array of medium sized offerings for striped bass less than 28" and of course the big stuff for the larger fish. Most fishermen are describing the success on large fish as a slow pick but most all would agree it only takes one of these large fish to make anyone's day.

Lower bay region fishermen are also focusing on trolling fro the large fall migrant striped bass and traditional locations along the western edge of the shipping channel as well as buoy 72 and the HS Buoy on the eastern side of the bay are producing some nice fish. There has also been some exciting action up the Potomac River near St. Clements Island and as far up as the Route 301 Bridge. The steep channel edges near St. Clements island are producing some large striped bass for those boats that are trolling and fishermen have been having good success for striped bass under 28" by trolling and jigging.

Freshwater fishermen are enjoying some good fishing opportunities in the western region of the state for a mix of species. Drew Miller sent in an angler's log on a Deep Creek Lake fishing trip where he caught a nice mix of bass and pike. Walleye are active in Deep Creek Lake and also the upper Potomac. John Mullican sent us this report from the upper Potomac. The upper Potomac is low and crystal clear with temperatures in the low 40s. Bass fishing has been tough while action for cool-water species like walleye and muskie has been better. With the low and clear conditions most fish are concentrated in deeper stretches of the river. Early, late, and cloudy days have been more productive.

Trout fishermen are still enjoying the rewards of the October trout stockings in many of the trout management waters. Alan Klotz forwarded some beautiful pictures of brook trout in their spawning colors from the Savage River Watershed. Be sure to check out Alan's November 26th entry to see the rest of the pictures.

Photo courtesy of Drew Miller

Fishermen are reporting that crappie are schooling up in deep water near bridge piers at reservoirs such as Liberty and tidal rivers like the Potomac. In the Potomac the crappie often like to school up around docks in Marinas and can be caught on small tubes, jigs and live minnows under a bobber.

Ocean City fishermen surf fishermen are still experiencing difficulties with beach structure when it comes to surf fishing. They are reporting catching puppy drum in the troughs close to shore and are picking away at striped bass in cuts through the outside bars. Fresh menhaden baits are a favorite choice for striped bass fishing and of course dogfish and skates love those baits also. Maryland's tautog season closed yesterday so unfortunately they will be off limits to recreational fishermen for a while. Perhaps the most exciting fishing at the moment in Ocean City is trolling for the large striped bass that are moving southward along our coast. Matt Lewis admires a nice striped bass he caught while fishing with his dad at Fenwick Shoals.

Photo courtesy of Matt Lewis

Most fishermen are trolling but jigging and drifting live eels can also be effective ways to catch these fish that are moving down the coast. Fishermen are also reporting encountering large bluefish that are also moving through the region.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Night of the Devil Ray'

Night of the Devil Ray from LC Journal (Doug Roland) on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Deal...Gerber + The Clymb

You looking for a new knife? Old one too dull to sharpen, need something to impress the women, what about just adding to your collection? Look no further. The Clymb is featuring Gerber knives with their new styles for the next 48 hours. Check out what they have to offer and get you some...here's a little sample that normally runs for about $27.00 and is only $14.98 right now...

Boom...Morgan

Fly Products: Allen Fly Fishing's New Clamps and Scissors

Allen continues the fresh gear rollouts this week with a whole new lineup of scissors and clamps. A total of nine new finger candies have been added to their lineup from mitten clamps to curved forceps. Head on over to Allen Fly Fishing to get a looksy at this goodness that ranges anywhere from $9.99-$14.99.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Fly Times'

Fly Times from Andy Villacres on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Casting a Voice

Via Moldy Chum:

"Casting a Voice" is a fly fishing conservation film, using the perspective of anglers to examine the risks facing one of British Columbia's most precious resources - wild fish. The proposed Northern Gateway pipeline project would run through some of the most abundant wild salmon and steelhead waters left on the planet. The Skeena River and its tributaries remain a rare stronghold for healthy populations of anadromous fish, while wild fish stocks have declined elsewhere.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Double Reel...'I Like LOOP'

Hilarious entry video from Beard for the I Like LOOP contest...

I Like LOOP from Marc Crapo on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Fishing the Valleys'

Fishing the Valleys from My Leaky Waders on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

TFM Swag for the Holidays

Via TFM:

"I don't know what is on everyone's Christmas list but if you've been good this year and have been jonesing for some T.F.M. swag here's the info on ordering and the deadlines to know to make sure the package arrives before Christmas.

Haven't been good this year?  Oh well...treat yourself if Santa won't.

Daily Reel...YGF's 'Don't Ask Me Where I've Been'

Don't Ask Me Where I've Been from Yukon Goes Fishing on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

12 Days of YETI

YETI Coolers giveaway is back and even better! Click here to head over and submit your own entry! And for Cyber Monday, if you buy a cooler today, they'll send you swag with your order and you'll get free shipping!

Boom...Morgan

E-Zine: The Patagonia Journal - Fall 2012

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Bitch Creek - Native Cutthroat's Last Stand'

Bitch Creek - Native Cutthroat's Last Stand from WRKSHRT Digital on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

The Charleston Angler's 1st Annual GoPro Film Festival

Via Moldy Chum:

Check out the winners on The Charleston Angler's You Tube channel.

Boom..Morgan

Fly Products: Topo Designs Holiday Collection

Just in time to help you finish off your holiday shopping or to let your loved ones know what you want under the tree this year, Topo Designs has rolled out their new Holiday Collection. Consisting of new products as well as new colors of old ones, its sure to have you drooling at the mouth and wishing Kriss Kringle would make his way down your chimney sooner than later!

With Cyber Monday being tomorrow, you'll probably spend at least some part, if not all of, your day glued to the computer finishing (or starting) your holiday shopping. With that said, why not roll on over to Topo Designs and check out this gnarly swag...

Daily Reel...'Riding High: The Science of Tarpon'

Riding High: The Science of Tarpon from Waterline Media on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Montauk Tackle Company's 12 Days of Christmas

Here's a little preview of whats to come from Montauk Tackle Company this holiday season. Their 12 Days of Christmas deals start on November 26th and run until December 7th.

1. 25% Off Medium Weight Crew Neck Performance Shirts

2. Free Hat with the Purchase of any 2 Performance Shirts (1 per Customer/Order)

3. 50% Off Montauk Stripe Button Down Dress Shirts

4. Free T-Shirt with the Purchase of any 2 Performance Shirts (1 per Customer/Order)

5. 25% Off Women's Short Sleeve Crew Neck Performance Shirts

6. 20% Off Women's 1/4 Zip Pull-Over Performance Shirts

7. Buy One Get One Free Long Sleeve Cotton T-Shirts (1 per Customer/Order)

8. Free Military Hat with the Purchase of 1 Women's Long Sleeve Crew Neck Performance Shirt (1 per Customer/Order)

9. 20% Off Men's Scuba Stitch Performance Shirts

10. Free Shipping for 24 Hours

11. 20% Off Men's Crew Neck Performance Shirts

12. 20% Off Women's Performance Hoodies







Be sure to check out MTC on Facebook and Twitter for more updates on great clothing and great deals!

Boom...Morgan

Daily Double Reel...'Chalk Stream'

chalk stream from Matt Dunkinson Photography on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'The Troutification Trailer'

The Troutification Trailer from Troutification on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Fishing Black Friday Deals

Via TFM:

Since someone did a lot more research than I (ahem...Cam), I'm going to go ahead and repost some of Cam's post today. Be sure to head on over to TFM for the full list of deals...

It's Black Friday and there is no reason to leave the house fighting the crowds to save a buck.  Check out the list of deals from a long list of T.F.M. industry friends.  You'll at least find a few things to treat yourself to I'm sure.  

I'll be adding a few more codes as I come across them and taking down other deals as they expire.  

BLUE HALO - Use code "blackfri2012" for 20% off your order.  Free two tone weight forward fly line with all reel orders.   Rod blank orders include a fabric rod sock and a pair of nippers.  Free shipping on all orders.  Offer good until November 25th at midnight.

BOB WHITE STUDIO - Visit the 2012 Cyber Gallery Sale for 40% off pricing through November 26th. 

BACKCAST OUTFITTERS - Use code "15BCOTFM" to enjoy 15% off your entire order until Christmas Eve at midnight. 

BLUE RIVER FLY COMPANY - Use code "40%OFF" to receive 40% off your total order.  10% of your purchase will be donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

BUG SLINGER - 25% off all orders using code "bsfgbackinblack" through November 26th.

CHRISTOPHER FAVE FLY FISHING - 50% off today all leader purchases.  25% off Saturday through December 15th.

DEYOUNG/CANVASFISH - Visit the Holiday Sale for reduced pricing on various items of artwork.  Great gift ideas on the Store page as well.

FLYMEN FISHING COMPANY - Free shipping and a pack of Wiggle-Tail Shanks on all orders over $9 placed before November 25th.  Use code "FREESHIPPING".

GOAT HEAD SOLE SPIKES - Free domestic shipping and reduced international shipping on all orders through the end of the year.

GRAYWOLF FLY RODS - Shane is taking $50 deposits on any custom build order.  Check out the in stock blank list on the Graywolf Rods Blog. 

GREEN CADDIS OUTFITTERS - Visit the website for 50% off all purchases.  No code necessary.  Offer good through November 26th.

HOWLER BROTHERS - Use code "SEGUNDO" for 30% your order through November 26th.  This discount does not include YETI Coolers, belt buckles, or the new Aransas long sleeve shirts.  Free shipping on all orders over $100.  

Click here to read on over at TFM...

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product: Knockaround's Rainbow Trout Belt and Black Friday Deal

For Black Friday, Knockaround is having a deal you honestly can't pass up. With any purchase placed today, no matter the cost, you will recive a pair of Black on Black Premiums with your order.

But whats more important, they have a sick product that you REALLY can't pass up, their Rainbow Trout Belt which comes in at a mere $16.00. Check it...

Our Knockaround Belt can withstand (almost) anything. Directly inspired by grosgrain ribbon belts and ratcheting cam straps on 18-wheelers, Knockaround belts are made from industrial-grade flat nylon and have a breaking strength of 4500 lbs. Metal D-rings keep things in place. Any extra length can be tucked through belt loops or folded down (flag-football style).

• High abrasion, flat nylon webbing
• Heavy-duty steel D-rings
• Bar tack stitched for strength
• Diagonal end cut, heat-sealed to protect from fraying

So roll on over to Knockaround this wonderful Blackest of Fridays and buy you some, you owe it to yourself!

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Rivers & Roads Trailer'

Yet another possible for F3T next year, definitely has what it takes to be selected. Check it...

Rivers & Roads Trailer from Elias Carlson on Vimeo.

This is the trailer for an upcoming short film about a 5 day fly-fishing road trip from Seattle to LA, undertaken with my brother Joseph, our friend Tuck, and a burgundy Buick LeSabre, may she rest in peace.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product...Lifeproof's iPhone 5 Fre Case

Via Lifeproof:

• LifeProof fre for iPhone 5 is the thinnest, lightest, strongest all-protective case ever created.
• Fre delivers the water-proof, dirt-proof, snow-proof and shock-proof protection you expect from LifeProof, and so much more
• Water Proof to 6.6-Feet - Dirt Proof - Snow Proof - Shock Proof
• Every feature has been designed to work seamlessly with your iPhone 5 - touch screen, camera, buttons, microphones and speakers
• $69.99

I've had my iPhones in Lifeproof cases since my iPhone 4. My 5 is now in this case and this case is the reason I don't even both buying the extra Applecare warranty. Roll on over to Lifeproof now and get yours...

Boom...Morgan

Via Goat Head Gear:

As a way to say thanks for all the support this year, Goat Head Gear has decided that any US shipping will be on them for the remainder of the year. Here's what they had to say...

Free US Shipping on all Goat Head Products

Yes you read that right.  Starting now, until the end of 2012 receive free US domestic shipping and discounted International shipping on all Goat Head Gear products. Take advantage of this great deal while it lasts.  Get some Sole Spikes for yourself or for someone you love.  They make a great stocking stuffer and are sure to make any angler, runner, or hiker happy!  Don’t delay!

Some examples of GHG's awesome products include:

Their famous Sole Spikes:

Their Logo Cap:

And their Logo Shirt:

Roll on over to Goat Head and check out what else they have to offer and get that special fisherman or runner in your life some Goat Head Gear! I mean, why not, shipping is FREE!

Boom...Morgan

Black Friday at Allen Fly Fishing

Check it, I freaking love this time of year!!!!! Allen is having their Black Friday sale that is going to go beyond Friday, it runs till the 26th! With the release of a bunch of new products, how can you resist?!

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'The Giants of Fall'

The Giants of Fall from Colorado Trout Devotee on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

A Deliberate Life

Not only did they launch the trailer for their biggest and newest production, but Silo4 also launched their new website this week.

A DELIBERATE LIFE "Promotion" from RockHouse Motion on Vimeo.

There comes a time in all of our lives when we let ourselves dream about living life on our own terms. When we wrestle with the decision to take a step into traffic, follow our passions and live deliberately - or simply let another day, and daydream, pass.

This promo video is the initial statement of intent for a much larger film project that will be set against the diverse, rugged and breathtaking Idaho landscape and three of its most celebrated rivers. A Deliberate Life will explore the stories of five unlikely friends who share the same love of fly fishing and their choice to lead a life according to their passions.

Rumor also has it that the twenty minute version of the film will be included in next years IF4.

Boom...Morgan