This time of year when things start blooming and I see Osprey in the air and fish jumping in the creek I get excited for the upcoming year. I try to hold my enthusiasm back just a bit but I start hitting RWs a little more, Green Top and Bass Pro when I am in the Richmond area and looking at all of the boats listed for sale (not that I am going to buy anything, just boat dreaming is what I call it).
I have started cleaning up all of my equipment, trimming the last ten yards or so of line off all reels, cleaning the boat, and making final preparations for a better year. I have always heard that fishing tournaments are won on the dock, not in the water. I believe that for sure, you need to be prepared for success when the big one hits, it’s way too late to start doing equipment checks on the water. So take the next month going through all of your equipment, fishing and safety equipment to ensure you are ready for the day.
I don’t know when my first adventure will be but I am getting ready. One way I see the NNK Fishing group (https://northernneckanglersclub.com/) is having a seminar. I plan on attending and I will certainly invite all of my group. These people do a great job for the fishing community and I ask that you support them as you can.
From their website “The club is hosting a fishing seminar on April 23rd from 8:30 to 4:00 at the Lancaster Community Library. The Event will feature charter boat captains and local anglers from around the area specializing in targeting NNAC tournament species found in the waters of the middle and lower Chesapeake Bay and tributaries. There will be door prizes and raffles, and refreshments will be on hand. The event is free and open to the public. Come with your fishing questions for the quest speakers or for other anglers on hand. There is limited space available so get there early to ensure your seat!”. Hope to see you there.