Rappahannock river smallmouth fishing book

Knowledge about sport fish populations is partially. The ecology of the upper rappahannock river is changing. Following the precedent set in his other catchguide books, steve starts the coverage at the mouth of the rapidan where it slams into the rappahannock at the smallmouth bass fishing heaven known simply as the confluence and ends above the old presidential retreat at. The science of shad fishing boils down to finding the right color and the right depth. Whether youre new to fishing or want to wade back in, we have suggestions on where to fish locally and books that will help you get your lines cast and your lures tied. Published on oct 20, 2016 took some personal time to enjoy our fishing hole on the rappahannock river in fredericksburg, va. I got a book last christmas 2015 about fishing for smallmouth and trout on the rapidan river in virginia.

Catchguide fishing books wade fishing the rappahannock river. Jamie gold, tommy cundiff, and i, admittedly, were confused last may on the new river. First time taking the kayaks on the rappahannock with my dad and it was a blast. Its important to know not only where to go fishing for virginia smallmouth bass fishing this year, but also when to go. Rappahannock river fishing report public group facebook. Even though the book is specifically oriented at anglers who fish on their feet, kayakers and canoeists will find it equally useful as they will be able to spend. Once you break that code, your arms will go numb from hauling in these hard charging fish. The most detailed guide on wade fishing ever published for the rappahannock river the rappahannock river is home to some of the biggest, meanest smallmouth bass in virginia. The rapidan river is an anglers dream fishable year round since the watershed includes tough, cranky smallmouth bass as well as aggressive mountain brook trout.

Seeing some activity on the water by the launch, i threw a chartreuse damsel and within only a few casts, had an angry gizzard shad on the end of my line. Fishing the rappahannock river rappahannock river fishing guides smallmouth bass. These cantankerous beasts cruise silently in the quiet pools and fast runs below old trench lines that mark the remains of violent civil war battles or in remote, oddly named places like snake castle rock. The book covers the access points that open up miles and miles of the river to fishing. These cantankerous beasts cruise silently in the quiet pools and. I started fishing the next day and lost what would have been a trophy smallmouth, then a little later i. Catchguide fishing books rapidan smallmouth fishing. For example, smallmouth bass were the eight mostdominant species in. The book covers all reliable access points that open up miles of the river to fishing. Only 3 keepers caught and a bunch of other fish types. The author raved about the smallmouth fishing, and i had always wanted to give it a try but just couldnt work it out last year. These cantankerous beasts cruise silently in the quiet pools and fast runs below old trench lines marking the remains of violent civil war battles or in remote, oddly named places like snake castle rock. Everything you need to know about rappahannock river fishing. Beyond the putin at kellys ford landing, canoeists can find 25 miles of stream awaiting them that have changed little over time.

Following the precedent set in his other catchguide books, steve starts the story at the mouth of the rapidan where it slams into the rappahannock at the smallmouth bass fishing heaven known simply as the confluence and ends above the old presidential retreat at. Clinch river smallmouth bass are taking small rattling crankbaits, pumpkinseed grubs and small topwater. Three tips for catching big summertime smallmouth on the. Big smallmouth bass, rapidan and rappahannock rivers, part 1. Catchguide fishing books rappahannock smallmouth fishing. But so are smallmouth bass, the most coveted game species in the upper river, above the fall line. Following the precedent set in his other catchguide books, steve starts the coverage at the mouth of.

We were on not only virginias premier smallmouth river but. Upper rappahannock has a new dominant fish friends of the. The shenandoah and rappahannock rivers are ideal for relaxation and enjoying nature in a number of ways. Pictures, maps and plenty of gps coordinates take you to different access points covering miles and miles of the smallmouth bass fishing heaven known as the rappahannock. Rappahannock river the tidal section of the river is producing good stringers of largemouth bass, striped bass and giant blue catfish. Smallmouth bass and shad catchguide series moore, steve on. Make the most of your rappahannock river fishing adventures with our guide to the different fishing. The upper rappahannock and rapidan rivers are home to some of the finest. Recent studies conducted by the virginia department of game and inland fisheries suggest a bright future for smallmouth bass angling on the rappahannock river. Not looking too promising to fish the next 2 days or so but im ready to pull out the waders and get after it. Rappahannock river fishing is a page dedicated to fishing strategies and the best spots from expert fisherman. The rappahannock is a river rich in virginia history, a river that is favored by canoeists and a river that is renowned primarily for its smallmouth bass fishing.

My dad caught the biggest smallie weighing in at just over 2 pounds but. Even though the book is oriented at anglers who fish on their feet, kayakers and. Wade fishing the rappahannock river of virginia smallmouth bass to trout. Day 1 of my annual camping and fishing trip on the rapidan and rappahannock rivers in fredericksburg, virginia. Ponds, lakes, streams, and, of course, the rappahannock river there are lots of places to drop a line in the area. Buy wade fishing the rappahannock river of virginia. Smallmouth bass fishing rappahannock river youtube. Chickahominy river fishing is picking up, but there is lots of boat traffic on the river.

This day was the best for rapids and i caught at least 5060 smallmouth. Im looking for any advice on where to fish the rappahannock around fredericksburg for smallmouth largemouth. Managed to get in a few hours of fishing this past weekend and had some excellent action on the rapp for shad. Wade fishing the rappahannock river of virginia book. Following the precedent set in his other catchguide books, steve starts the story at the mouth of the rapidan where it slams into the rappahannock at the smallmouth bass fishing heaven known simply as the confluence and ends above the old presidential retreat at camp hoover high in the blue ridge mountains. Fors spanish language program focuses on river safety and conservation friends of the rappahannock for believes the rappahannock river is a treasure to be enjoyed by everyone and we support inclusive public access. The rappahannock and rapidan rivers provide excellent smallmouth bass and redbreast. If you get out fishing, remember to keep a reasonable distance from your fellow. Big smallmouth bass, rapidan and rappahannock rivers, part 3.

The upper portion of the river, near fredericksburg, has herring, shad, and striped bass. The rappahannock river is home to some of the biggest, meanest smallmouth bass in virginia. Fishing a quiet pocket behind a mid river boulder or targeting the tailout of an island where two current seams come together is a good idea. Rappahannock river camping run, kellys ford to fredricksburg. Catch summer smallmouth in low water written by jeff little. The rappahannock river fishing report is here for anglers to share catches, fishing conditions, and all things pertaining to the rappahannock river and surrounding bodies of water. Big smallmouth bass, rapidan and rappahannock rivers, part. Fisheries biologists with the department of game and inland fisheries dgif spend considerable hours on virginias smallmouth bass rivers trying to understand more about the sport fish that live there. Smallmouth bass fishing on the rappahannock river in. Rappahannock river around fredericksburg bass fishing forums.

A friend and i met up with dan dutton, a fly fishing guide on the rappahannock river in fredericksburg, virginia, for a float from motts run reservoir to the city dock downtown. Snakehead numbers appear to be growing in rappahannock. Keep on going way upstream and youll enter an excellent smallmouth fishery. The book contains details that never made it to the site it is the ultimate, detailed referenceand it pays the hosting fees for this site. From smallmouth bass to trout catchguide series moore, steve on. Whether you are casting to smallmouth in a quiet pool, shooting through whitewater, or just taking in the beauty and history of the place, the shenandoah and rappahannock rivers guide will help you enjoy being out on the water. Historically, the rappahannock smallmouth fishery may have been overshadowed in. Smallmouth can be found along current seams where fast water meets slow water. One of the first chapters details fishing at the confluence of the rapidan and the rappahannock rivers just west of fredericksburg. Stop number 5 on the bass nation of virginia region 1 tour. Summer smallmouth bass fishing in virginia virginia dgif. During hot, bright, summer days the fishing can be most productive early in the morning and again in the evening.

Wade fishing the rappahannock river friday, january 7, 2011. Its been 2 months since our last tournament, and we were rusty. Coverage starts at the fall line near the us 1 bridge in fredericksburg and ends at remington. Even though the book is specifically oriented at anglers who fish on their feet, kayakers and canoeists will find it equally useful as they will be able to spend more time fishing the productive water on their float downstream. Locate these hungry bass by fishing along and across current seams that. Rappahannock smallmouth fishing locations the individual location pages have been removed with the publication of this inexpensive book. But whichever section of the rappahannock youre heading for, one things for sure.