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.

TACKLE TUESDAY – WILL THE FISH BE THERE?

Posted by Heather James on 5th May 2018

Learn how to read the wind, track water temperatures and find the best fishing conditions on the Outer Banks! You have waited all year to head back to our peaceful little sandbar for some well-deserve

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TACKLE TUESDAY - SURF FISHING FOR BLUEFISH

Posted by Heather James on 10th Apr 2018

Get ready for the bluefish run, learn when warmer water brings them in and choose the right bait or shiny lures for fast-paced action! We were spoiled for a couple of days last week with some warm SW

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TACKLE TUESDAY - FISHING FOR BLOWTOADS

7th Apr 2018

Grab your light tackle, bait your hooks and enjoy some fun, family-friendly fishing for these tasty Outer Banks favorites! Wind, wind and more wind, that is what we have had here lately. We did get a

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TACKLE TUESDAY - SELECTING A REEL

Posted by Heather James on 13th Mar 2018

Learn what to look for, match the right reel to your rod and fish with confidence on your next trip! Last week we talked about how to select the right rod so it only makes sense to tackle how to selec

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TACKLE TUESDAY - HOW TO SELECT THE RIGHT ROD

Posted by Heather James on 10th Mar 2018

Find the perfect rod for your fishing style, learn what to look for and hit the Hatteras Island beaches ready to cast! Spring is in the air, or at least it was until the nor'easter named Winter Storm

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