Hatteras Island Fishing Guides, Tips & Local Advice

Discover proven fishing techniques, tackle recommendations, and local knowledge from Frank & Fran's Bait & Tackle in Avon, North Carolina. Explore expert tips for surf, sound, and pier fishing across Hatteras Island and the Outer Banks.

Knot Tying 101

Knot Tying 101

Posted by Emily Bayne on 3rd Dec 2024

Learn 3 easy, reliable fishing knots to secure your hooks, connect your lines & get ready to catch more fish! There are SO many different fishing knots you can tie. Some are easier than others, st
Read Fishing Guide →
Blitzing Bluefish Love Metal Lures

Blitzing Bluefish Love Metal Lures

Posted by Cody Bayne - Junior Team Member on 10th Nov 2024

Spot the Blitz, Pick the Right Metal Lure & Reel Fast for Explosive Bluefish Action! Bluefish Season Cody Bayne - Junior Team Member What better time than the fall to fish for those Blues! When yo
Read Fishing Guide →
Spring Red Drum on Hatteras Island

Spring Red Drum on Hatteras Island

Posted by Heather James on 21st Apr 2024

Watch the water temperatures, find the spring drum run and gear up to land your next big red drum! Well, are they there? Anybody catching them yet? Where are they? These are the typical questions we g
Read Fishing Guide →
!