Hatteras Island Fishing Report Archive

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/17/26

No exciting pictures today, but we had reports of red drum last night at the point, and some puppy drum throughout the day up and down the beach, along with some sea mullet. Fresh mullet and fresh shrimp are still the baits of choice, but sea mullet are also hitting on Fishbites (bloodworm, shrimp, and sand flea varieties) We just got in another load of fresh mullet, so stop in and grab some while it's here! While you're at the shop, tackle your fishing season by getting a new tackle bag or box to organize your gear, so you can stay ready to tie on whatever rig or lure you need in a flash when the fish are biting. We have several varieties from Plano, Calcutta, Evolution Fishing, and Toadfish, and when you buy a Toadfish beach bag, you get a free beach towel! Come see which bag or box works for you! We are open daily from 7am-7pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/16/26

The beautiful weather (bit windy, though!) continues, along with the drum bite! Today we have reports of puppy drum and sea mullet with a few blues mixed in from end to end of the island. Ruby sent us pictures of Patrick with a citation red drum he caught this afternoon, measuring 47 inches! Pretty work! Brad also had a good start to his year so far, with a 29" red on ramp 30 this evening! Nice catch! We are restocking on several more items for the season, such as Igloo coolers, Plano Tackle boxes and bags, and we now also carry Go Deep Bar Breakers and Slob Slammer lures, in varying weights and colors. Come check out the new stock in store, open daily from 7am-7pm, and don't forget to follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/15/26

There's been a good bit of wind today, but other than that, it's been a gorgeous day. Sea mullet, sharks, and skates have been seen all up and down the island today, as well as a flounder. Our own Stephanie and Randy went out and caught some sea mullet, dogsharks, and skates, and Stephanie caught and released a nice flounder. Randy and Bill of the Virginia Beach Angler's Club came down yesterday and hit Ramp 34 before it closed, catching two red drum one 35" and one 26", and later a 22" bluefish. And Adam & Ariel had a good day out with Buddy O'Neal, catching 6 bluefish & a 35 inch red drum. Thank you, everyone, for sharing! Nice catches! We've got plenty of fresh mullet, cob and larger-sized, and that seems to be what most fish are biting on at the moment, along with fresh shrimp. We are open daily from 7am-7pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/14/2026

This weather is making us happy! The fact that tomorrow is April 15th is not exciting?. Tomorrow, the seasonal ramp closures will begin, including ramp 34 (which has been the hot spot). Although ramp 34 has had the best reports, we have also heard of some drum from ramp 23 down to the point over the past couple of days. We have heard sea mullet up and down the island as well.

Nadya caught this one at ramp 23 on Sunday, and Mack sent us a photo, and he and his crew are catching lots of mullet! We got in loads of mullet today and have cobs and larger sizes.

We are open 7am-7pm, come see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/13/2026

Let's make a deal... we will pick the 15th customer of the day tomorrow to work for us while we go fishing! It was a beautiful day, and tomorrow looks like it'll be a repeat!

We heard of lots of sea mullet out there, and there were still plenty of drum being caught. Curtis caught a couple of nice ones today, and Scott caught a 43" citation on ramp 34!! Pretty work, y'all!

We restocked on some Tica rods today! You can purchase them in-store or online. Check out our stock online at https://hatteras-island.com/tica-usa-inc/

We are now OPEN 7am-7pm daily! Come and see us and get out there!

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/12/2026

What a pretty day on the island! We heard of puppy drum and sea mullet out there today, as well as some sheepshead at Avon Pier. Beth caught a nice 33" drum at ramp 27 with mullet. Ryan caught a nice one about a mile south of Avon Pier with fresh mullet. Jonathan caught a huge ray at 55 yesterday. Michael also had a good morning with a 29", 28", and 31" drum! Nice catches to all!

Our hours begin changing for the season today. We will be 7am-7pm for a couple of weeks before we jump into summer hours. Come and see us or check us out online at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/10/26

Today has turned out to be a gorgeous day with a little less wind, but it's taking a lot of weight to hold bottom; 6oz and up seems to be what's needed. We have reports of red drum up and down the beach today, with most reports coming from ramp 34. Tracy sent us a picture of Paul with his 36" red off of ramp 38 this morning, and she said it was one of three that he had caught earlier today, and one of 12 he's caught this week. Chester caught puppy drum on ramps 30 and 34, and Chuck caught a 28" pup on ramp 27 on fresh mullet. Richard, Pete, and Sonny caught some nice pups, too, on fresh mullet! Kurt got a 31" red on ramp 34, and Jonathan caught a flounder in Hatteras Village. Nice catches, everyone! Thank you for sharing! We got in plenty of fresh mullet for the weekend, and just about anything else you could want or need to head out to the beach and fish. Make us your one-stop shop! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/9/26

It's been another windy one, but some sunshine peeked through the clouds and warmed things up a little more than yesterday. The drum love this rough surf, and we have reports of puppy drum here in Avon at ramps 34 and 38, and reports from the point of puppy drum and sharks. Ashley sent in a picture of Axel's 29" red drum caught on mullet this morning at ramp 38, and we also got a photo from Paul of his first puppy drum from south of the Avon Pier! Nice catches! Thank you for sharing! If you'd like to share a photo of your catch and be in the fishing report, send pictures to us at fishpics@hatteras-island.com, or send them to us through Facebook and Instagram Messenger! We love to see the smiles and the catches! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can always follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/8/26

That wind is whipping today. Not much to hear of on the beach; some folks braved the wind and got a free exfoliation treatment ? but we did hear of puppy drum this morning here in Avon on ramp 34. We also have some more photos from the last few days to share! Vance caught two pups on ramp 34 this morning on fresh shrimp, and Tonya and Karis caught puppy drum yesterday; Tonya said, "If I’m getting out fished, at least it’s by my kid!" ? Tracy and her crew caught several pups, as well, and Chevy and Logan rocked their new Frank & Fran's hats! Nice catches, everyone! Thanks for sharing! The weather looks to be about the same as it was today and tomorrow, but it should make way for a nice weekend. Stop in and see us and some of the new products we have! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT PART 2 - 4/7/2026

We are loving all these photos! The Eberhards did well last night using mullet for bait! Bodi caught a pretty 26" drum on 55 today, and Chrissy caught a nice dogshark! Fisher was catching them at the point yesterday afternoon. Joseph, Loretta, and Angela continued their night fishing and did well. They caught some keepers, a flounder, a shark, and more! Great job, y'all!

We got in 200lbs of mullet this afternoon, come and get it! We are open until 5pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT PART 1 - 4/7/2026

Well, the wind switched, but the fishing has still been on fire! All sizes of drum, black drum, sea mullet, sharks, and rays have been caught. All of the fish pictured were caught on bait from us!

Nick caught a 34" drum at 55 on fresh mullet, and the Barnes family had a great day yesterday! They said, "When you buy bait at Frank and Frans, you catch fish. This was 4/6. We had a great day. The reds were on fire and caught a ton of mullet as well. Such a great day. We are down for spring break, and this is the kids' first fishing trip at the OBX, and they are hooked."

This is what we like to hear! Stay tuned for part 2 of today's report. We have so many awesome pictures, they wouldn't all fit in one post!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/6/2026 The wind switched out of the NE last night and cooled things down but fishing was still hot!

Brooks Mcmath sent us a photo of his girlfriend who "caught a 29 inch drum on Sunday one of the hi lo rigs yall sell!" Way to go!

Mark Lee said Caught this guy Easter Sunday. First ever. 27" exactly! Ramp 34. Way to go Mark, I bet you are hooked now!

Wheeler Spry with a 35” on a drum rig after getting fresh mullet for Frank and Fran’s. Ramp 38 in Avon

Ed Moore Caught just south of access 34. Fresh mullet bought from your store. Thank you again for all your help! Awesome service and great store!

Angela and Joseph had a great day on ramp 34. Thanks to Loretta for all of the great shots! Joseph caught mullet on the first cast and it didn't even sit for two minutes. Then there were drum caught on the Psycho Cherry Bomb rig followed by four in a row. Lorretta said "that’s what we came for! ?" What a great day with the largest so far being 34" and Joseph is still going strong as I type!

Thanks for all of the photos everyone. Keep them coming! You can send them to us on Facebook/Instagram Messenger or fishpics@hatteras-island.com.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/5/2026

Happy Easter! It was a beautiful morning and has been a nice day as well. The wind has picked up and will be switching directions tonight from SW to NE. This will bring some cooler temps the next couple of days.

Plenty of fish are being caught. We've heard of sea mullet, black drum, puppy drum up to citation-size drum, sharks, skates, and more! Marco caught his personal best drum, 32", and a 24" keeper! Colton was catching some down at 44 today. Garrett had some nice catches at ramp 23. And last but not least, Chris got a nice sand bar shark on some F&F bait!

We are open 7am-5pm, come and see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/4/26

What a great start to Easter weekend! Today, we have reports of sea mullet on the north end of the island as well as some blowtoads, and puppy drum scattered north and south. Loretta sent in a photo of Angela with one of the four whiting she caught today on ramp 43, and Joseph and Tristan with the sharks and skate they caught at ramp 55. Beth sent in her photo of a 32" red drum she caught on ramp 27; she's on a roll! Greg also caught a nice slot red, and Nick and his crew went to Ocracoke and caught some puppy drum. Pretty work, y'all! We have lots of fresh mullet left for the rest of the weekend, and are well stocked on rigs, lead, and just about anything else you may need! Come see us; we are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop and follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/3/26

What a gorgeous day, with more good fishing, too! We have reports of scattered sea mullet and puppy drum from both the north and south ends of the island, and black drum here in Avon. Jason sent in a photo of Konnor's 32" red on ramp 34 today, and Robert and his son James fished around north Avon today, and James caught his first ever red drum, measuring 27"! Rachel sent some pictures of Coleman and Kevin, fishing from ramp 23, saying, "Coleman and Kevin caught red drum, black drum, and as many whiting as you wanted to pull out of the ocean with fresh shrimp and Fish Bites purchased from Frank and Frans!" We also got pictures of Beth's first-ever red drum, caught on shrimp at ramp 27, and Ronnie and his crew caught some nice sea mullet and a blowtoad on shrimp. Pretty work, everyone! Thanks for sharing! We got in lots of fresh mullet for the weekend, have fresh shrimp, bloodworms, and more in stock. Come on in, grab some bait, and head to the beach! ? We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/2/2026

It just keeps getting better! Black drum, red drum, some sea mullet, a few blowtoads, sharks, and skates out there today! Iga caught a nice black drum, Kyle got a pretty drum on the Psycho cherry bomb, Adam caught a nice sheepshead on the Psycho Adam's Black Drum rig, Chuck got a nice slot-sized pup today, Nate caught a skate on some shrimp this afternoon, and last but not least... Oliver caught a nice drum a couple of days ago!

We were busy today stocking up the shop with 5 pallets worth of product!! We are ready to go for the season, come and see us 7am-5pm!!

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORTS - 4/1/2026

What a beautiful day! We heard of drum (all sizes), bluefish, and a few blowtoads. Cj caught a 42" yesterday evening, and Alex caught one just outside of the slot at 29" yesterday. Travis caught 26" and 33" on ramp 55 today on Psycho's Surf Fishing Cherry Bomb rig. Adam caught one too, 40", on the Psycho's Adam's Black Drum rig. We love seeing the pics, y'all! Pretty work!

We have stocked up on Psycho rigs recently, so come grab some and give them a shot! Or you can get them online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho

We are open 7am-5pm daily! Come see us! psychos_surf_fishing @obxsurffishing

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/31/2026

It feels SO good outside! If we can just continue with these temps, we will be good. We heard of some puppy drum today, a few sea mullet, sharks, and skates. Send your photos to fishpics@hatteras-island.com or through Facebook or Instagram!

We have stocked up on a lot of products this week so far, and more is to come! We restocked on Breakaway products yesterday. All colors of rod tip lights and breakaway cannons are now in stock in-store and online! Check them out online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=breakaway

We received another load of fresh mullet today, and it's a little smaller than the past couple of loads. Come see us 7am-5pm!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/30/2026

Well, the weather took a bit to decide what it wanted to do today, a little rain and some sunshine, but it ended up being a nice afternoon. We had some good reports today. Puppy drum from ramp 34 all the way down to 55. Matt caught a nice puppy drum today in Avon. Jamie and Phillip were fishing at ramp 34 and got a nice pup, and it looks like Phillip snagged a shrimp! Kipp sent us a message today and said, "When there in October, we caught the biggest fish of our lives (the main reason for our trip), and we topped the trip with a 102" sand tiger." They received their citations this weekend, and Kipp made a silhouette to go along with them! (pics in the comments)

We stocked up on fresh mullet today. Come and get it!

Frank & Fran's Hatteras Island Fishing Report - 3/29/2026

Still a little chilly today but the wind laid down some. We had reports of drum and sea mullet caught at ramp 34 on mullet and shrimp. Puppy drum on fresh mullet at ramp 49. Black drum on shrimp, as well as drum and sharks on mullet at ramp 55.

Jayden stopped in, grabbed some fresh bait, and headed out—he ended up landing a nice puppy drum! ?

Luke also had a great day down in Hatteras, hooking into two beautiful drum using fresh mullet. Way to go guys!

Today is Mom & Pop Business Owners Day, and as the owners of Frank & Fran’s, we just want to take a moment to say THANK YOU. We truly appreciate each and every one of you who has supported us over the years.

We’ve made so many great friendships over the past 10 years of owning the shop, and it means the world to us. The original owners left some big shoes to fill, but you all have made that journey so much easier—and for that, we are incredibly grateful.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/28/26

Started off the day with some rain, but the winds have dried it all up! It's been pretty blustery today, but we do have reports of sea mullet and a red drum at ramp 49. Winds will be much calmer tomorrow, and it should warm up to the mid to upper 50s. We restocked on Tormenter gear! New sun shirts and board shorts have arrived, and most of the shirts have a Frank & Fran's name drop! Come check them out in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/27/26

We had some strong winds today that will build up stronger tonight and into tomorrow, and the temperature is expected to drop a good bit. No fish to report today, unfortunately. ? Fishing has been picking up as the season is beginning, though, and what better way to get ready for a new season than with a new cooler? Engel Coolers are now at Frank & Fran's, both soft-sided and rotomolds. Keep bait, food, and drinks cold for days with the rotomold coolers, with options available in 50, 65, or 80 quarts. Or, if you're looking for something smaller and easier to bring along with you, the soft-sided coolers are perfect for snacks, drinks, bait, or even carrying your gear. Check them out in store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=engel

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/26/26

There were critters pulling on lines today, but mostly all we had reported from it was dog sharks and skates. There was one above slot drum caught at the point. Chuck sent in these photos of the dog shark and skate he caught today. Thanks for sharing! We've heard that the current is pretty strong out there in places, so stock up on lead! If regular pyramid and frog tongue weights aren't working for you, try some sputnik sinkers! These weights will hold in pretty rough conditions, and we have plenty of them in stock, from 2oz-7oz., made by The Sinker Guy! Come in and grab some, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/sinker-guy-sputnik-sinker/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/25/26

Thank goodness today was warmer than yesterday! The chilly weather is still coming and going, but fishing is picking up. We have reports of puppy drum today from ramp 34, ramp 49, and from down in Hatteras. Jessica and her crew had a great weekend this past week, catching puppy drum and black drum; Tim got a 28.5" pup on bait he got from us here at the shop; Willie caught a puppy drum today, and so did Chester at ramp 49! Nice fish, y'all! Thanks for stopping in and sharing! We got more fresh cob mullet in today, we have plenty of fresh shrimp, we are stocked on lead and rigs, and we have just about anything else you'd need to enjoy a day on the beach! Come on in and see us! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online with us at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT – 3/24/2026

Today was a bust as far as fishing is concerned. The wind was whipping all day! The good news is that the wind will die down tonight and we will be back in the low 60's tomorrow.

Ramp 34 has been the hot spot this week and we have some more photos to share from that ramp from yesterday. Andy and Chad both caught some nice drum. Way to go guys. Thanks to Keith for stopping in today and sharing the photos! I can't wait to see the pic of Andy in his new pink onesie!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT – 3/22/2026

What a day on the island! Warm sunshine, light winds, and the fish were biting ?

Ramp 34 was the hot spot with puppy drum, yearling drum, bluefish, and blowtoads. Over on ramp 27, anglers were battling a lot of grass. Down in Buxton and Hatteras, sharks, skates, and dog sharks are keeping rods bent and lines tight!

Big thanks to George for stopping by and showing off a solid drum and bluefish haul, and shoutout to Carter for a nice sea mullet catch ? Love seeing the catches rolling in!

And the good news keeps coming… tomorrow is shaping up to be another awesome day to fish! ?

If you’re heading out, make sure you’re stocked up—shrimp, mullet, and rigs from Frank & Fran’s are producing and putting fish on the sand.

? Swing by and gear up before you hit the beach—we’ll get you dialed in!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/21/26

Welcome to the first official weekend of spring!!! It's been a gorgeous day, but we haven't heard of any fish, and we heard that there's a good bit of grass out there in the water getting snagged. It's still a beautiful day to enjoy being outside, though. This week has been a doozy with all the products that have come in. We have fun new things in the store, such as SIC Drinkware, Sand Cloud beach towels, and JJ's Truffle Hot Sauce, and we have also restocked many classic brands as well: Native and Costa Sunglasses, Ninja Tackle, Psycho's Surf Fishing, and more! Come on in and take a look! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

Looks like it is going to be a great weekend! Scott landed a pretty drum on ramp 34 yesterday. He is hoping he planned his trip just right this spring. We hope he is right as the weather looks promising and the bait is fresh! Stop in and see us today and hit the beach!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/20/26

Happy first day of spring! Today we have news of a puppy drum last night at the point, and one here in Avon this evening. Other than that, dog sharks are still out everywhere. Robert caught one earlier today! They're a fun fight! We got in more fresh mullet today for the weekend, and have plenty of fresh shrimp, Fishbites, and more.

Whether you're experienced at fishing or new to the game, come see us! We can set you up with whatever you need to catch some fish, whether it be the right rod and reel, what bait to use, or what rig to use. We can help with it all! We can even get your fishing license set up! We're open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can also check us out and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/19/26

Yet another day with lots of dogfish out there. Unfortunately, there's nothing else to report. To hold bottom, it is taking upwards of 4oz in places, and we are restocked on lead, so come get what you need! We got in a fun new product today: JJ's Seafood Truffle Hot Sauce! This hot sauce brings a sweet, earthy heat to anything you put it on! Perfect for giving a kick to seafood, pastas, chicken, burgers, and more! Come get some here in store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/jj-s-truffle-hot-sauce/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/18/26

Nothing to report today except boxes! And more boxes! MORE product arrived today for the season, and it's being put out as we speak. We're stocking up cast nets, rigs, apparel, and more, and there's still more to come. The weather still has a chill to it, but the air should warm up as the week goes on, and the water should continue to do so as well, bringing in more fish. We have plenty of fresh bait available, so come in and get some and get out there! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com #hookeodnfandf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/17/2026

What a difference in temps this morning! This afternoon, the sun is shining, and it feels pretty good, but this morning was a bit chilly. We are just lucky we don't have to deal with snow! We heard of some dog sharks today.

We have been busy in the shop, setting up new products and putting them out! We got some new Eagle Claw tools today, some new combos, and more. Still lots to come before we are fully ready, but we are getting close. Stop by and see us from 7am-5pm or shop online anytime at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/16/2026

Well, after a whole day of waiting for it to blow and rain, it finally started. Looks like it'll be nasty out there tonight. For anyone out on the roads, be safe! We did not hear any reports today, but most people who came in were waiting out for the storm and just shopping around. Sometimes, when we are bored, we shop around too ? check out some of our kids' sunglasses ?

Products are still rolling in! We received some new waterproof Toadfish backpacks today. We also restocked on the 7'2" Toadfish travel rods. Grab one before they are gone!

Backpacks ✅https://hatteras-island.com/toadfish-sealed-waterproof-backpack-sling-updating/ Rods ✅https://hatteras-island.com/toadfish-elite-stowaway-travel-rod-updating/

We are open 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/15/2026

Kind of a gloomy day out there, but at least it isn't freezing cold! We did not have any reports today. Looks like the rain is coming and some thunderstorms later this evening. It's a great time to stay inside and check out our website! We have a reel sale happening right now, and this is the best way to see our new products before you're in town.

✅https://hatteras-island.com/

We are open 7am-5pm every day!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/14/26

Water is warming up, and so is the fishing. Today we heard of a TON of small sharks/dogfish, but we did also hear of some black drum in Buxton and further south. Heather sent in some photos of some sharks she and her crew caught! Looks like it was a fun day! Thanks for sharing! Fresh bait is plentiful, and so are rigs, as we are still tying all day! Come grab what you need to have a great day fishing on the beach! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/13/26

THINGS ARE HAPPENING!!! Today, we DO have a fishing report: there are still sharks, of course, but there are also some puppy drum mixed in, as well as black drum. Chase sent in some photos of his wife Annie's first drum ever! Way to go, Annie! Nicole sent in some pictures of a shark and a puppy drum that were caught yesterday evening, and a shark today! Nice work! Thank you all for sharing! We're so excited to be getting reports of fish. We are stocked up on a load of fresh mullet, and we have fresh shrimp for the weekend as well. It looks to be a nice one, so come get some bait and get out there! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/12/26

It's been blowing all day, but the winds have kicked up something fierce in the last hour. Today, we have reports of dog sharks and a couple more black drum on the southern end of the island. The water is slooowly warming up. Hopefully, more fish will show soon!

We got in some more tackle today, and everyone's favorite Joe Moore rigs are restocked! Chotty's rigs, Heather's rigs, Ginger's rigs, and more are back in force and ready for the season, along with a few more Akios reels. Come on in and grab a few! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, or you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/11/26

Unfortunately, there isn't anything yet to report fishing-wise. But we just got in some of our Huk apparel, and it's being put out at this very moment! New Huk hats, wicking hoodies and shirts, button-ups, shorts, and more. What we have so far is available in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, and will soon be available online at www.hatteras-island.com In the meantime, there are plenty of other products to browse online, including new Frank & Fran's apparel, tackle, and other fishing gear! Hopefully soon we will start to hear of some fish soon!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/10/2026

FISH!!! Ronnie caught this nice black drum today on shrimp. It's beginning to look a lot like spring! ??We also heard of some dogsharks on the point and in Hatteras. Keep the reports coming!

We are getting new stuff in almost every day! We got in some pretty cool cups to keep you hydrated while you're on the beach this season. Plus, you can show that you're ? Check them out at https://hatteras-island.com/drinkware/

We are open 7am-5pm daily and have fresh mullet in stock. Stop by!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/9/26

We have a warm week ahead! Water temperatures make a significant difference in fishing and what is happening out there. One resource we use is Rutgers' satellite sea surface temperature map. This map will give you an idea of the water temperatures out there. With that being said, we haven't heard of anything out there today, but hopefully the water will continue warming up!

Link to Rutgers': https://marine.rutgers.edu/cool/data/satellites/imagery/?region=capehat&product=sst&sm=3&sd=2&sy=2026&em=3&ed=9&ey=2026

Our hats have also been uploaded to the website. Go check them out: https://hatteras-island.com/headwear/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/8/2026

We are LOVING this weather! It is a good bit windier today, but still warm out, so we will take it! We finally have some customers rolling into town, which has been great. Hopefully, with this SW wind, the warmer water and fish will roll into town too!

We have spent most of the day unloading new hats, which will be on the website soon! These are just a few of the new ones we received in; more to come! We are open 7am-5pm daily and still have some fresh mullet. Come and get it!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/7/26

Fresh shrimp are in the fridge, and fresh mullet are in the cooler! It feels like things are really starting to kick off, now! Still no fish to report, but it's so beautiful outside, it's nice to just go out and sit on the beach. We have all you need to enjoy a day of fishing, from rod and reel combos, rigs, sinkers, and bait, to apparel, buckets, beach chairs, and more. Come on in and see us. We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop for what you need online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/6/26

There are still no fish to be reported around here, unfortunately, so Heather and Tim decided to go where the fish are! Today, our fishing report comes from their vacation in beautiful Costa Rica! Tim and Heather have been catching Cuberra Snapper, Yellow Tail Snapper, Spanish, Big-Eye jacks and lots of jack crevalle on their trip so far! Pretty work, y'all! The day was warm and beautiful here, and soaking some bait is always worth a try. Come see us and grab some bait, tackle, and maybe a couple of our new t-shirts and wicking sun shirts to rock on the beach. We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/5/26

It's been another absolutely gorgeous day, with warm temperatures and a little wind, but definitely enjoyable on the beach. No fishing report, unfortunately, but we had word a few days ago of some black drum out there, and we have just the rig for them! Adam's Black Drum Rig, made by psychos_surf_fishing will catch you black drum, puppy drum, sea mullet, and most anything else that's out there! We've got them in stock in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can buy online at https://hatteras-island.com/psychos-surf-fishing-adams-black-drum-rig/ Grab one and get fishing! ??

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/4/2026

If the weather stays like it has been today, we would love that! No fish to report, unfortunately. They will be coming soon, so stock up on your favorite rigs now! We just restocked Psycho's Surf Fishing Rigs. Check them out in-store or online! https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/3/26

It's been a quiet day today at the shop with only two customers. We received a fill-in of Angler's Fish-N-Mate products yesterday, but nothing today, so it has been a rig-filled day! Nothing to report from the beach today. Don't forget to check out our Frogg Togg sale before it ends. This sale includes waders, so get a new pair now while they are on sale! As always, you can shop in-store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/frogg-toggs/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/2/2026

Unfortunately, we have not gotten any reports today. But the weather for this week is uplifting, with temperatures only getting warmer from here and the wind dying down. On another note, while we are super excited for spring fishing and warmer weather, we are not ready for all the pollen!! And it has already started with the cedar trees! They have a slight yellow/orange tint, and look like they are smoking with the wind gusts ? However, we'll take it because it means the warmth is coming soon!

We are open daily 7am-5pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/1/2026

What a beautiful day! And it looks like it is going to be a nice week with temps in the 50s and low 60s. We have started to hear of some fish... FINALLY!! We heard of some slot-sized black drum out there, as well as some dogfish. We are hoping for no more freezing weather and spring to come soon!

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Check out our website for sale items. We have Frogg Togg rain gear and waders on sale, lots of F&F apparel, Daiwa BG MQs, Berkley X9 braid, and more! https://hatteras-island.com/

We are open 7am-5pm daily.

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 02/28/2026

It's been a cold and gloomy day here on the island, and there's much to be said for a fishing report today besides some dog sharks down on ramp 55. Hopefully, we hear of more fishing being caught soon! In better news, we did get a bunch of new apparel delivered today! We will be putting everything out on the shelves tomorrow for you to come check out! Come in and see what we got! Shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 02/27/2026

It's been a nasty day here on the island today, and tomorrow looks to be about the same. But the upcoming week looks much better and warmer. Again, we don't have a fishing report for the day, but we expect that is going change in the near future. If you still haven't stocked up on tackle for the season, we have plenty in stock for you here at the shop! We are open daily from 7am- 5pm. Check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/26/26

Another slow fishing day, yet more and more people are showing up with the warm weather to give it a go! We love to see it and are looking forward to the season and seeing everyone!

Need any sinkers for the upcoming season? Get one of our F&F Sinker Kits! The kit includes a small tackle box with two pyramid sinkers of each of the following sizes: 2oz, 3oz, 4oz, 5oz, and 6oz; all for $16.99! We also have individual sinkers of several different shapes and weights available. Stock up in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/weights-sinkers/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/25/26

No fish were heard of today, but it was pretty warm, albeit windy! We did get in another shipment of Deerfield sandspikes and sandspike rod rack mounts, though! These durable, high-quality sandspikes will last you a lifetime, and with the rod rack mount, you can easily take them with you wherever you go! Check them out in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or find more info and order online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=deerfield

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/24/26

We have another fishing report! Nancy shared a picture of the croaker she caught yesterday! It's slowly but surely starting to warm up, and the fish should start showing back up soon. Thanks for sharing, Nancy!

We have a great sale going on! It's the BUY MORE SAVE MORE SALE! ? Spend $50 → Get 10% Off ? Spend $100 → Get 15% Off ? Spend $250 → Get 20% Off ? Ends 2/28 ? Shop now: https://www.hatteras-island.com or come see us at the shop! We are open daily from 7am-5pm!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/23/26

It's not much, but we DO have word of a dogfish being caught for the fishing report today! ? Word is, there's bait out there being seen in the water, just not many fish being caught. When there's nothing really biting, it's a good time to prep for when the bite DOES begin! Come get some floats, and maybe a cigar to enjoy, and tie some custom rigs of your own! We have all you would need to tie rigs just how you like them: floats, hooks, mono or fluorocarbon, and swivels. Show us some of the rigs you like to tie! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop for tackle and gear online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/22/2026

Well, the fishing is so slow here in Hatteras that we want to see what you all are catching! Jason and his family had a good weekend ice fishing in New York! It is awesome to see you guys catching some fish... it'll turn on here soon, and we'll have some Hatteras fish to post???

For now, let's see what you all are catching at home, on vacation, or anywhere! You can send pictures to us at fishpics@hatteras-island.com or through Facebook or Instagram. Or just comment them here.

We are getting ready for the season here! Lots of products to come in, some cleaning to do, and more rigs to build, but the warm weather and good fishing are getting close, and it will be here before we know it! Open 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT (sort of..) 2/21/26

It's getting pretty old having to say this, but ONCE AGAIN, we don't have any fishing reports ? We haven't even had word of any dogfish, recently! But more and more products are coming in, recently, and we are looking forward to warmth and the start of the season! We are now restocked on several Toadfish products, including kitchen tool sets, pliers, non-tipping dog bowls, and non-tipping universal can koozies, which are engraved with the Frank & Fran's logo! Stop in and see our selection! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=toadfish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/20/26

Once again, we don't have a fishing report for y'all, but we do have the first shipment of this year's apparel unloaded!!! We have some AWESOME new designs and great colors for hoodies, shirts, tank tops, and more! Come on in and check them all out! We are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT- 02/19/2026

Yet another warm day outside, and it looks like the rest of the week is gonna be the same, but cloudy. No fish have been reported to us today. We have got a ton of new apparel in today, and will be unloading all the new product tomorrow! Come see what we got in store for you! We are open daily from 7am-5pm. Visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/18/2026

If the wind had died down and the sun had come out just a little bit more, it would've felt like a nice spring day! It sure was better than what we've had lately, though. No fish reported on the beaches today. We restocked a few of our most popular cigars today. Come check out our walk-in humidor, the only one on Hatteras Island! We are open 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/17/2026

It has been so nice to see the sun this afternoon! If only it were about 20 degrees warmer ?. We did not have any fishing reports today, but we did hear that some of our new 2026 t-shirt designs are ready! This means they should arrive soon. Keep an eye out for the new designs here! For now, you can check out our apparel online, which is all 40% off (excluding headwear) at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel-1/ You can also check it all out in-store from 7am-5pm!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/16/2026

Wow, the wind sure picked up today! Looks like the temps will be in the mid-fifties for the beginning of the week. The wind is forecasted to keep dropping as the days go on as well. No fishing reports today, and not too much is going on here at the shop. We did stock up on some pretty Fishbites with our most recent delivery! You can stock up online at https://hatteras-island.com/carr-specialty-baits-fish-bites/ Or come and see us in-store from 7am-5pm.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/15/26

What a gloomy day! On-and-off rain, but at least it's not 30 degrees! No fish to report, but instead of fishing, it is a great time to take a stroll along the surf or sound side to see what you can find. Lots of shells, sea glass, and some unique sights are to be found this time of year. Kacie and Zach stumbled upon this guy on the sound today. Have you found anything cool this winter? Share in the comments! We'd love to see :) Open 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day to you from your favorite tackle shop! We hope everyone has enjoyed this beautiful but chilly day! Unfortunately, we have no fish to report. Just a reminder, Frank and Fran's apparel is still 40% off while supplies last! Check out our selection in store or online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/13/2026

No fish have been reported today again, but we hope that changes soon! We have a bunch of new products waiting for you here at the shop that we know you will love! Come stock up your inventory for this upcoming spring. We are open from 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/12/2026

Brrr, come on, spring!! No fish have been reported today. We got in a load of new product today! This is the first sign that spring is getting closer, and the fish will be here soon. We will be working to unload all the product over the next couple of days. Stop in and say hi from 7am-5pm!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/11/2025

It rained throughout most of the day on the island today. ? No fish reports today, but plenty of rig tying going on in the shop! We also have several sales still going on! Daiwa BG MQs are 20% off while supplies last! Berkley X9 Braid is 20% off. Frank and Fran's apparel is 40% off. And those are just a few of them! Check them out in-store from 7am-5pm or online anytime at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/10/2026

Much better weather out today! Product is rolling in every day. Today, we stocked up on Frogg Togg waders and flip flops. Lots more orders on the way with new products and lots of the same products you know and love! No fishing reports today, unfortunately. Hopefully, with this warmer weather, we'll start to see some folks out there! We are open 7am-5pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/9/2026

From inside, the weather looks deceiving. As warm as it might look, it's not! We unfortunately did not hear of any reports today. New products are starting to roll in. Check out our new, but also well-known Toadfish Universal Can Koozies! They are the same non-tipping design we all know and love from Toadfish, but with our logo engraved on them! We all know that makes them better ? They are also suitable for 12oz cans, slim cans, and bottles. So they are perfect, no matter what your drink of choice is! https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-toadfish-universal-can-koozie-updating/?searchid=204227&search_query=universal

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/8/26

Folks are coming in and getting bait, but no reports of fish just yet ? seems they don't like going out in the cold, either! If you're not fishing, how about organizing your gear for spring? Trac-A-Rods are here! Keep your rods neat and easily accessible with this easy-to-install Trac-A-Rod storage system. Mount it just about anywhere: on the wall, the ceiling, or even in an RV or in a truck camper shell! Save space and stay organized and ready to toss out a line at any time! This product is available in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, and will soon be online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/7/26

The wind was whipping today, preventing most folks from going out to fish, so once again, there's nothing of a fishing report ? but if you're needing new clothes to stay warm, we've got you covered! All of our Frank & Fran's apparel (excluding hats) is 40% off! Come get some hoodies, sun shirts, or t-shirts, and enjoy the savings! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/6/26

Cold temperatures this morning warmed up pretty decently in the sunshine today! No fish to report, but we have another new product available: Frank & Fran's ceramic mugs are here! Available in black and blue, with a design resembling waves hitting the shore on the rim, these mugs are perfect for showing your family and friends that you're thinking of the beach and Hooked On Frank & Fran's while enjoying your cup of coffee, tea, hot cocoa, or anything else you'd like to put in it! Grab one and warm yourself up with a nice hot cuppa! They are available in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, and online at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-ceramic-coffee-mug-updating/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/5/26

The tying continues!!! No fish to report today, although some bait has gone out the door in hopes of a bite! We are staying busy tying rigs that will go out and catch fish, whether they be drum rigs, double-drop bottom rigs, or popping corks. If you're fishing today, or ready to stock up on rigs for the season, we have all you need, including all the equipment you'd need if you like to tie your own rigs! Come check out what we've got in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 02/04/2026

There haven't been any fish reported today, which is understandable due to the current weather conditions. Spring is right around the corner, and that means it's time to stock up on some fishing gear! We still have a winter sale going on (20%) for Berkley X9 fishing braid! Berkley cast noticeably better compared to standard fishing braid, and with less risk of wind knots! Come in and check it out while supplies last. We are open daily from 7am-5pm. Shop Online: www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 02/03/2026

It's been a quiet day today so we don't have any fish to report, but the weather seems to be warming up a bit! But it's still chilly out there, so come gear up with our premium Guy Cotton jackets that will keep you warm, dry and comfortable! Perfect for fishing or any outdoor labor! Come check them out in store or online at www.hatteras-island.com. We are open daily from 7am-5pm in Avon. #GuyCotton

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/2/26

There's not much traffic out today, and not surprisingly, we haven't heard anything for a fishing report. But folks are gearing up for the next season, and a lot of Sting Silvers, Got-Cha Plugs, Diamond Jigs, and more have been going out the door lately! Whether it's locals buying for spring or people buying them to use where it's a bit warmer on beaches down south, now seems to be the time to stock up! We have plenty in stock and many different varieties and weights available. Come in and see our selection! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can also order online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 01/31/2026

It's been snowing on and off today, and there haven't been any reports of anyone braving the weather to catch any fish. Can't say we blame them! ? Our mannequin, Bob, is keeping warm today with his Frank & Fran's ear warmer! We have ear warmers, beanies, hoodies, and more to keep you warm in this weather! Check out our selection in store, open 7am-5pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com We still have propane exchanges, firewood, and firestarters, as well. Everyone, stay safe as this system moves through!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/30/26

Once again, we don't have any fish to report today ? While today was quite a bit warmer than yesterday, we are bracing for the cold weather! While you prep for the storm, keep in mind we do still have 20lb propane exchanges available, as well as firewood. And if you need some warm clothing, check out our hoodies, beanie hats, wader socks, and more! And, while you're watching it snow, don't get snowblinded! Check out our selection of Costa Sunglasses (with select pairs marked down %40)! Come see our selection in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/29/26

No fish to report today, but there are exciting things going on, because we just got ANOTHER shipment of Nick's rods! Eleven more conventionals are in (1205s, 1305s, and 1306s), and some of these rods are already selling! Come check them out in-store while they're here. We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and photos and details will be available online soon at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/28/2026

A little nicer out today with much lighter winds. Looks like the weekend weather will be quite the opposite, though! Adam was out there again today, catching 'em up! @obxsurffishing

We are unloading more product today! Ever wondered how much monofilament line we go through? Well, the answer would be... A LOT! We are stocking the shelves full with all the sizes, so we have exactly what you need for your setup. We sell the spools of line so you can spool your reels up yourself, or we can do it with our shop spools, so you're ready to hit the beach as soon as you leave the shop!

We are open daily or you can always shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/27/2026

Looking out the window, you'd never know how cold it is!! It was cold to us out there, but surely not as cold as some of you have it up north! But the wind is ripping, and it cuts right through you ? Adam did head out there and had some luck! Good to see some fish! Pretty work

While you're hanging out indoors, check out some of our sales! Looking for a nice Valentine's gift for your angler, but want to get something they'll use? The 7" medium flex SORD Knife is a perfect addition to their gear. Plus, get a free SORD hat with your purchase. Two gifts for the price of one... but nobody needs to know ? (If shopping online, the hat will automatically add to your cart when you add the knife)

We still have a few other sales going on, and they can be found in-store and online. We are open every day!

SORD Knife Deal ➡ https://hatteras-island.com/sord-fishing-products-knives/ Main Webpage ➡ https://hatteras-island.com/

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/26/2026

Not too much to report today. It was a gloomy day with rain this morning. It has also gotten colder throughout the day. Hopefully we'll have some sun tomorrow! More product is coming in by the day! We restocked on Sinker Guy Sputnik sinkers not long ago. We sell them in-store and online. Get stocked up before you need them and don't have them!

We worked on our F&F hat order today and are finishing up our new apparel designs! Keep an eye out for some cool stuff ? We are here 7am-5pm daily!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/25/2026

The weather could not decide what it wanted to do today! A little sprinkle of rain this morning, then it picked up quite a bit, then the sun came out. Now it is just gloomy as it begins to drop in temperature for a cold week ahead. No reports of anything being caught today, but with that being said, we've only had three customers all day, so not too many people to share their catches.

Don't forget to check out our apparel sales! Frank and Fran's, Huk, and more! You can come check it out in-store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/shirts/?sort=newest&page=2

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/24/25

It's been VERY windy today, and chilly, but supposed to warm up overnight and into tomorrow, with rain beginning tonight. We haven't had any reports today, but yesterday Mark and Ronnie caught some nice sea mullet! Those will make a great meal! Thanks for sharing, guys.

We've had some of the latest batch of Nick's Custom Rods find their new homes over the last week! There are plenty of fantastic color combinations left! Come grab the one you want before it's gone! The shop is open daily from 7am-5pm to come check them out, or you can see them online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=nicks+custom+rods

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTRAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/23/25

Not much to report today, just some rain on and off, but if you're looking for something to do, come see us! We got in some new Calcutta coolers for the upcoming season! Both the hard and soft coolers look great and have great ice retention. The hard coolers have features like non-slip rubber feet and durable rubber latches to seal them shut, and the soft coolers feature a watertight zipper and a no-sweat exterior! Whether you're looking for a small cooler to carry to the beach or a larger one for a truck rack, we've got you covered. Stop in and check them out today! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/22/25

It's been another warm and pretty day. We'll take it while we can, before the cold hits! Today, we have reports of sea mullet here in Avon and some puppy drum in Hatteras. Shrimp is still the bait of choice if the pups aren't being caught on jigs.

?RESTCOCK ALERT? We've restocked several styles and sizes of men's and women's Xtratufs! There are tons of colors to choose from, so come grab your favorite pair of these comfy, versatile boots today! On land or on a boat, these boots are the best! Check them out in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/boots/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/21/25

Warm temps, low wind, and puppy drum were in the forecast for today! Once again, Chester is out catchin' 'em up at Ramp 55! He saw several others caught as well. Shrimp is the bait of choice, and we have plenty of fresh shrimp in stock. Thanks for sharing the pics! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com Don't forget to check out some of the new things that have come in here at the shop or on the website!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/20/2026

You know him, you love him, it's the one and only... CHESTER! He's back at it today at ramp 55. The biggest was 26", perfect for the dinner plate.

In the shop, we received a large order with some new items and some fill-ins as well. We also received a bunch of Xtratufs! One new color so far, but more to come!

We are open 7am-5pm daily or always online at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/19/2026

Quite the opposite weather today compared to yesterday! The sun is shining and not a drop of rain. Unfortunately, we did not have any reports today, but we sure are getting ready for the busy season again! Lots of rig making, some cleaning and organizing, and getting ready for all the new products we have coming this year!

While the reports are slow, you still can't catch them inside! If you are heading out tomorrow, we recommend some shrimp, fishbites, and a pack of jig heads and some grubs. These are going to be the best options this time of year to catch some fish.

We also still have several sales going on. Select Costas are still 40% off, Huk apparel is 40% off, F&F apparel is 40% off (excluding hats), Berkley X9 Braid is 20% off, Daiwa BG MQs are 20% off, and last but not least, if you buy a Tica Wasabi, you'll get a FREE $15 F&F gift card to spend anytime! Not in town but want to check out the sales? They are all online at https://hatteras-island.com/

As always, we are open 7am-5pm. Keep an eye out for more sales, they're gonna keep coming ?

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/17/25

Thankfully today has been much warmer than yesterday! Lots of folks are heading out fishing! We have reports again of a couple of puppy drum being caught here in Avon, and they were caught on jig-heads and soft plastics close to the shore. We have a wide range of jig-heads and plastics to choose from, so come grab what you need and hit the beach! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com Don't forget we have a great deal going on for Tica Wasabi Surf Sticks: buy a Wasabi and get a FREE $15 gift card! The Wasabi is a great rod, light and sensitive, but sturdy enough for larger fish. Great for throwing metal or bottom fishing. We have them available in 9', 10', and 11'. Check them out today! https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=wasabi

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/16/25

It's been cold and windy today! We DO have a report, though! There have been some puppy drum reported here in Avon being caught closer to the shore...and also, there's dogfish ? Winter is in full swing here at the shop. It's officially rig-tying season! Day in and day out, we're tying our own drum rigs, popping cork jigs, double bottom rigs, and making shark rigs to prepare for the oncoming season. If you've never used our hand-tied rigs before, give them a try! We have drum rigs ranging from 4/0 to 10/0, and our bottom rigs are made with several types of floats, varying in shape and color. You can check out our rigs in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/15/25

Temps have been dropping again, today, and we don't have any fishing reports other than dogfish up and down the beaches. But while you're wetting a line on the beach, listening to music is a great way to pass the time! Check out the Turtleboxes! Waterproof and dustproof, these speakers are great on the beach. They deliver crisp sound and have long-lasting battery life, so you can keep rocking all day long! The classic Turtlebox is always a favorite, but the smaller Ranger delivers just as much sound and is also magnetic, so you can stick it almost anywhere. Come check one out today in store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or see the details and order one online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=turtlebox

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/14/2026

The temps weren't too bad today, but it was a little gloomy out this afternoon. Unfortunately, we did not have any reports today, but it looks like the temps are going to drop down again for the rest of the week, so hopefully we will see some fish down in Hatteras.

We still have our Daiwa BG MQs on sale for 20% off! We only have 5000 and 6000s left, so if you want to get a great deal, it won't be here for too much longer. Shop in-store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/daiwa-bg-mq-reel/?searchid=193275&search_query=bg

We are open 7am-5pm daily, come and see us!

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/13/2026

Not too much going on today around here, customer-wise or fish! We have had 5 customers today, so it is a totally different ball game this time of year. There have been some sea mullet and puppy drum around, just no reports today. Everyone is always asking what sales are going on, and right now we have several! These are all online and in-store, so if you're not on the island, don't worry! We will ship it to you. Come see us 7am-5pm or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/12/2026

Brrr it is back to being cold again today! Hopefully, we'll see some action at ramp 55 over the next couple of days; however, we have no word yet. However, we have some great deals available in-store! Our F&F apparel (excluding hats and print-on-demand POD) is 40% off in-store and online! Come check it out or shop at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/11/2026

What a windy and rainy day today! At least it wasn't super cold out. That is going to change overnight as our high tomorrow will be around 45 degrees, when today's high was in the upper 60s! We did hear of a puppy drum at ramp 43 yesterday, along with a few sea mullet and skates. No reports today, but honestly, I don't think many people were out in the rain ? It does look like it is supposed to be sunny, even though it'll be cold tomorrow. Come grab a beanie to keep you warm, and some bait to keep you busy! ?

While you're here, take a look at the Costa sunglasses that we have for 40% off! This is a great deal, and we have them in glass or polycarbonate. You can also shop this sale online at https://hatteras-island.com/costa/

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/10/25

It's been another warm day here on the island. This morning, we had heavy fog that gave way to some sunshine, but this afternoon it rained pretty hard for a bit. We have reports today of sea mullet and some blowtoads in Buxton this morning, and dogfish scattered up and down the beaches. We still have plenty of fresh shrimp available, as well as frozen mullet, sand fleas, and more! We are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com And again, don't forget to take advantage of our LIMITED TIME SHIPPING DEAL ✔️ Free shipping on orders over $25* ✔️ $6.99 economy shipping under $25 ✔️ $20 economy shipping on big things! Yep, even beach carts, rod racks and rods! Check it out, today!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/9/25

It feels like spring outside! I'm not quite convinced it's January, today! ? We have reports of some sea mullet and some puppy drum on the south beaches. The fish are biting on fresh shrimp and Fishbites, and we have plenty of both in stock! Come in and grab what you need to head to the beach and enjoy this warm weather! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com ?Don't forget, we have a LIMITED TIME SHIPPING DEAL when you order online! ? ✔️Free shipping on orders over $25* ✔️ $6.99 economy shipping under $25 ✔️ $20 economy shipping on big things! Yep, even beach carts, rod racks, and rods!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/8/25

Another mild January day is in the books! We didn't hear of any action today, but most folks are heading to the southern beaches to fish for puppy drum. We have fresh shrimp in stock if you want to head out and try your luck!

We also restocked our Sord knives today! With blades ranging in length and flexibility, these knives are the perfect tools to add to your fishing arsenal! Come check 'em out, in-store (open daily 7am-5pm) or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=sord+fishing+products

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/7/2026

What a beautiful day today. Some action out there, too. We heard of some puppy drum, mostly on shrimp or fishbites. Ronnie got a nice puppy drum on South Beach today!

We stocked up on fishbites today! Electric chicken shrimp is back!! We also have a Costa sale going on, and our F&F apparel is still going on!

Come and get 'em! We are open 7am-5pm.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 01/06/2026

Not much is happening today besides some nice weather! A few sea mullet out there and some dog sharks. Lots of rig making is going on at the shop, and some deliveries are being made, too. We stocked up on Adam's Black Drum Rigs, some cigars, and sinkers. We are open 7am-5pm, come and see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/5/2025

Calm winds and sunshine make for a pretty day in January! No reports today, but we also had about 4 people come into the shop today, so very slow. Yesterday, Adam caught some puppy drum on a new rig he is working on! Chester caught this pup on Friday, and he was back at it today.

We stocked up on cigars and pyramid sinkers today. Come grab your fishing gear and cigars, all in one stop! We are open 7am-5pm tomorrow.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/4/2026

Almost wrote 2025 instead of 2026... that may take a while to get used to! The Hetherington family had a good start to 2026 yesterday with their catch at ramp 55. Pretty work, y'all! The reports remain the same: some puppies are being caught down at ramp 55, and some scattered dog sharks and rays up and down the island.

It looks like it is going to be a warm week, possibly reaching mid to upper 60s on Friday! Even though the holidays are over, we still have all of our F&F apparel 25% off. Come stock up before it's gone! Check it out online and get it shipped to you! ➡ https://hatteras-island.c

We are open 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/2/25

Winds were calm today, and sunshine and warmth prevailed until the clouds came in this afternoon. We heard of some dogfish scattered around, but no news of anything else for today. We have fresh mullet available, though, in case the drum come back through!

Just because Christmas is over doesn't mean the deals are! Take advantage of one of our winter stock-up sales: get 20% off all Berkley X9 Braid!!! Come check out our stock in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or check out this sale and more online at www.hatteras-island.com

HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/1/2026

It was a chilly start to the new year but that did not stop Chester from fishing! He landed a nice 26" puppy drum to kick off his new year! We heard of puppy drum in Avon and Hatteras along with some dog sharks at the point. We will be open 7 - 5 everyday for the next couple of months so stop in and see us.

We love it when you share you catches, you can send them to us via email at fishpics@hatteras-island.com or on Facebook or Instagram Messenger.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/31/25

It's been pretty chilly today, but not TOO bad in the sun and out of the wind! Today, we have reports of sharks and skates to the north, as well as some puppy drum and a black drum down south in Hatteras. Nettie sent us some photos of Oliver's dogfish caught today at the point. Bet they put up a fun fight! Thanks for sharing!

2025 is just about wrapped up! Thank you to everyone for your continued support for another year! We are so grateful, and hope everyone has a good and safe New Year's Eve, and a Happy New Year!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/30/2025

Wow, what a temperature change! The high today was even lower than yesterday's low! No reports yet today, but we did hear of some black drum and puppy drum yesterday evening.

We have been busy in the shop, unloading a pallet of Daiwa products! We are stocked up on J-braid, J-fluoro, Daiwa lures, reels, and rods. Check them out at https://hatteras-island.com/daiwa/?page=1 There is much more to come before the beginning of the season. Keep an eye out for all the new products.

We have fresh mullet, shrimp, and a variety of frozen baits. We are open every day 7am-5pm except Thursday, New Year's Day.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/29/2025

The temperatures made it feel like fall again today! The wind didn't start out too bad, but it has really picked up throughout the day. Not many reports today, but hopefully plenty with the temps dropping tomorrow and staying nice and cold the next few days. Ramp 55 is expected to be the best spot for the next few days! We are stocked up on shrimp and a variety of frozen baits. Fishbites have also been working well! Come and see us 7am-5pm and get out there!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/28/2025

What a beautiful day out today! It was a great day to take down the outdoor Christmas decor to get ready for the New Year! Although it was a great day to be out there, there were no reports. The wind wasn't bad, but the current was ripping. Adam did well yesterday with some black drum and puppy drum on the Psycho's Surf Fishing. Adam's Black Drum Rigs, made by Psycho's surf fishing, were used. For bait, he used shrimp and Fishbites Electric Chicken Shrimp. https://hatteras-island.com/psychos-surf-fishing-adams-black-drum-rig/?searchid=191226&search_query=adam

Looks like tomorrow the wind is going to pick up quite a bit and then die down a little into Tuesday and the rest of the week. It is also going to get a good bit colder after tomorrow, so hopefully the fishing will be good! Come check out our apparel sales that are going on right now and maybe grab a cigar while you're at it! Open 7am-5pm tomorrow.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/27/25

Happy Saturday! Today, we have reports of some puppy drum down south in Hatteras, as well as some scattered sharks up and down the island. ?Targeting the toothy critters, specifically? Come check out our handmade shark rigs here in the shop, as well as the other brands of shark rigs we carry, including Calcutta, Blacktip H, and Tsunami! Our handmade rigs feature long, durable, coated wire leaders to help prevent sharks from biting straight through the rig or rubbing against it with their rough skin, causing chafing. Come grab some in-store today! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-shark-rigs/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/26/25

We hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! Yesterday's weather was gorgeous, but today's leaves something to be desired. It's been cloudy and chilly, not to mention windy! But, this is drummy weather! We had reports this morning of some puppy drum caught down at Ramp 55, including the ones pictured, caught by Mike "Mullet Man" Creech! Nice work! We have fresh mullet, as well as a variety of frozen baits! Come grab some and go after those drum! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and we still have many sales going on, so don't forget to catch those post-Christmas deals! From knives and reels, to free gifts with purchases of specific items and brands, and so on! Check them out at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/23/25

Wet and chilly weather didn't stop anyone from fishing today, but so far there haven't been any reports ☹️ But on the bright side, Christmas is only two days away!!! If you haven't gotten anything for your anglers yet, the Frank & Fran's E-Gift Card is the perfect gift. You can buy it at the last minute and still have it reach your anglers in time for Christmas, with it being emailed to them right away! Take advantage of the E-Gift Card Sale and buy $100 in Frank & Fran’s E-Gift Cards → Get a FREE $10 Bonus. Instant, online, and perfect for last-minute gifting. Redeemable in-store and online! Sale ends 12/24! Get it while it's here at https://hatteras-island.com/gift-cards/

We are closing at 5pm today and will be closed tomorrow, 12/24 and Thursday, 12/25 so our team members can spend time with friends and family, but we'll be back first thing Friday morning at 7am! Come see us!

We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/22/2025

A bit chillier out there today, but still not too bad! It looks like the weather will be fairly consistent throughout the week, with temperatures in the mid-50s. The long-range forecast shows it getting cold next week. Not much to report today, but if we do see some colder weather next week, we may see some puppy drum around ramp 55.

Need any boots? We have plenty! We just received a fill-in order of our Lee Fisher Boots. We also have a variety of Xtratufs to keep you dry. Check them out in-store or online https://hatteras-island.com/boots/

Open 7am-5pm tomorrow, and then closed Wednesday and Thursday. We will be back on Friday! Come see us.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/21/2025

It sure was a pretty day today, heard of a couple scattered puppy drum today. We have plenty of shrimp and frozen bait, and it looks like the weather will be decent for the next few days.

We got in our beanies today, check them out online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=beanie

We also have some new sales that started today. Daiwa BG MQs and Berkley X9 braid are 20% off! These deals are in-store and online.

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Open 7am-5pm daily. CLOSED Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/20/25

Much calmer winds and mild temperatures unfortunately don't seem to have activated many fish today; the only thing we heard from our customers was some grass from Buxton on up to the north. It was still a beautiful day to be outside, though! ? Christmas comes next week, and if you haven't taken advantage of our sales yet, now is the time to do so! We have sales on Suffix line, Toadfish products, Frank & Fran's and Huk apparel, and more! Stop in to see what we've got! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop for many of our deals online, as well, at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/19/25

It was blowing out there today! The rough waters had stirred up some drum; there were scattered reports of puppy drum for those who braved the wind! Windburn, sunburn; it all hurts the same! Don't let yourself get sunburned if you're out on the beach. Come see us and take advantage of one of our sales: buy one SunBum Sunscreen and get a SunBum Lip Balm FREE! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, or you can shop with us online and keep track of what's biting on our fishing report at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/18/25

Today was pretty overcast, but at least it was warm! There were reports of sea mullet here in Avon and a few puppy drum down in Hatteras. Hopefully things will pick back up some as the warm weather persists!

If you haven't seen on our website yet, we now have a few new custom rods in, built by Full Send Rod Co. ! These rods are CTS blanks and beautifully wrapped, with Fuji guides and American Tackle reel seats. Come check them out in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or check out the details online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=full+send

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/17/25

Not much to report today in the fishing world, but as it's quickly getting closer to Christmas, if you're still not sure what to get your anglers, get them a Frank & Fran's gift card! Then, it can be used on whatever your angler wants or needs! You can get physical gift cards from us in-store (open daily from 7am-5pm) or online, but if you're worried about it not reaching its destination for Christmas, we also have an electronic gift card option that can be emailed to the recipient right then and there! Plus from now until 12/24 for every $100 electronic gift card you get a bonus $10 gift card that you can keep for yourself or give as a bonus gift! Check it out on our website at https://hatteras-island.com/gift-cards/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/16/2025

It was much nicer out today, and the sun was shining! Unfortunately, we didn't hear any reports today. We spent another day working on orders for 2026, so get ready for some new stuff.

On another note, the Shuck Hatteras Oyster Festival is coming up! We have several options for oyster knives, but these Toadfish ones are a great option. They make a great early Christmas gift just in time for the festival ? Check them out in-store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=oyster

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/15/2025

Brrrrr, it was cold out today! Not as cold as many of you have it up north, but cold enough for here. Unfortunately, there isn't much to report today, as we haven't heard of anyone going out. However, we were busy in the shop placing 2026 orders! We are working hard to keep the shop stocked with the same products everyone has come to know and love, but also bring in some new ones!

Of course, it will be a while before these new products arrive, but we are excited for y'all to see! As of now, we still have a good selection of products to get you through until spring. Come and stock up with rigs, or rig-making supplies if you make them yourself, so you're ready when the bite turns on this spring!

Shop now at https://hatteras-island.com/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/14/2025

If you were up early this morning, the weather was quite deceiving. ?The sun was peaking through, and the wind was pretty calm. Had a group that got bait this morning and headed straight to the beach before the rain and caught some fish! Unfortunately, the weather has taken a turn. ??It's cold and windy out there now, and tonight's temps are going to be below freezing! ?

Dean and Michael caught some nice sea mullet yesterday when it was nice out. Looks like it is going to remain less than 50 degrees until Wednesday. We're still here and open 7am-5pm. Come see us and grab some waders, a hoodie, and some socks, or maybe a cigar or two?

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/13/25

We had a gorgeous day today! Some folks went out and enjoyed the warmth while it was here; we heard reports of more sea mullet scattered up and down the beach today, including this pretty trio that was caught by Sten down on south beach. They'll make a nice meal! Thanks for sharing, Sten!

The next couple of days look to be pretty nasty and COLD! Come on in and check out our jacket and hoodie selection to stay warm and dry! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/12/25

It's been pretty chilly all day, and there were a few light showers this afternoon; temps are expected to warm back up into the 50s tomorrow, making better weather for fishing (for us humans, at least!) Today we have word of some sea mullet here up on the northern part of the island, caught on Fishbites.

If the weather is too chilly for you to fish, come check out our humidor and grab a cigar to enjoy! We have a vast selection of fine cigars to enjoy for yourself, or give as a gift! You can see our selection in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm. And don't forget, you can follow us and shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/holiday-2025/ There's still plenty of time to shop for Christmas gifts, so check out our deals and sales!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/11/25

It's quiet...TOO quiet. Once again, not much to report today...HOWEVER...

?GOT-CHA PLUGS ARE BACK!? We've just restocked on several one ounce Got-Cha Plugs, and they'll make a great stocking stuffer for your angler this Christmas! These lures are great for fishing piers and have been hard to come by for a while, but we have plenty back in stock, so come in and grab yours for next season today! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/10/25

It was a little frosty this morning, but temperatures reached the mid-fifties this afternoon. Wind is kicking up this evening to about 20-25 mph out of the WSW, but is expected to calm down some tomorrow. Not much to report today; there have been a few scattered sea mullet. We have plenty of fresh shrimp in stock for bait, and we also recently restocked on several Angler's FishNMate products, including cutting boards, bucket holders, and more! Come see our stock in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/truck-rod-racks/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/9/2025

The sun came out today! ?It was good to see, but still cold out there! There was some sea mullet at ramp 43, but that was the only report today. Fishbites have been a great choice out there, and we just stocked back up. Come and see us 7am-5pm any day of the week!

Check out fishbites on our website: https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=fishbites

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/8/2025

Another nasty day out. A few braved the wind and rain and caught some sea mullet in Frisco. They didn't stay long; the wind cuts right through you out there.??? Looks like it may be a little better tomorrow wind-wise, but still cold. Allen and Ronnie did well yesterday on 34 with some sea mullet!

We received an order of Angler's Fish-N-Mate just in time for Christmas! We restocked with bucket holders, carts, wheel kits, and more! Check it out at https://hatteras-island.com/anglers-fishnmate/?page=2

We don't have any fresh mullet at this time, but we have plenty of other options: Fishbites, shrimp, frozen mullet, squid, and more! Come see us 7am-5pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/6/25

The weather was pretty overcast today, but no rain showed up until late this afternoon. Today we have reports of sea mullet still running up and down the beach, along with some small black drum, trout and flounder here in Avon and blues and flounder down in Hatteras. Fishbites are still the bait of choice for most things, as well as fresh shrimp, which we have plenty of at the shop! While you're here getting your bait, check out some of our holiday deals, including when you buy a Penn or Daiwa reel, get a free visor or hat to go with it! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, or you can check out our deals online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/5/25

Not too much to report today due to the rain, just some more sea mullet for those who braved the weather, but if you're not fishing, it's a good time to do some shopping! Here's another great stocking stuffer idea: Toadfish Wooden Handle Oyster Knives have arrived! Featuring a stainless steel handle with a curved tip for easy oyster shucking and a beautiful, handpicked wooden handle, this tool is a great gift for any seafood lover! Grab one while you can! You can find them here in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/toadfish-tf1064-limited-edition-wood-handle-oyster-knife/?searchid=0&search_query=toadfish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/4/25

There are still some scattered sea mullet out there! We have reports of a good sea mullet bite in Salvo this morning, and some flounder and trout here in Avon on the ocean side. Other than that, it sounds like it's been pretty sharky ? Want another great Fishbites variety to try for the sea mullet? We now carry the chartruese shine! This type of Fishbite is infused with a bit of sparkle to help get the fish's attention! Come get some to try today! We are open from 7am-5pm every day, or you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 12/3/25

Haven't heard too much today, just some sea mullet scattered up and down the beaches, once again! They're still biting on Fishbites: bloodworm and sand flea varieties are the best! We restocked on the sand flea AND the electric chicken shrimp today, so come get 'em while they last! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online with us at www.hatteras-island.com

Also, we want to give a shoutout to our newest employee! Everyone, meet Matt! Matt joined us a couple of months ago and is an amazing addition to our team! He's very personable and knowledgeable, and always willing to help you get what you need to catch fish! If you haven't met him already, stop in and say hi!

PS: We gave him a Christmas mug that says "Good luck finding better coworkers than us!" ?

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/2/2025

What a nasty day. Lots of heavy rain and some wind. No fishing reports from today, but I didn't hear of many braving the weather.

Who knows if the weather forecast can be trusted for tomorrow? If it is close to being correct, the rain is over, and the wind will die down some. It's going to be cold, but at least it'll be dry! We have a decent selection of hoodies left, plenty of waders, and wader socks to keep you warm... plus they are 15% off! ?

We have plenty of shrimp and frozen bait, and we'll be here from 7-5!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 12/1/2025

Well, it didn't turn out to be anywhere close to yesterday's weather, as expected. Much colder today and a soggy deck this morning from the rain. The first picture of Chester is from today, the second is from yesterday! You can tell it was much cooler today. The sea mullet and drum didn't seem to mind. Lots of them out there, and several drum are being caught.

Joshua caught a nice 41" drum today at ramp 55, and the group caught some sea mullet for dinner at 34. Michael Creech got a pretty one today with some cool spots. Last but not least, Acie, Toad, and Hazel caught lots of mullet today. Pretty work, y'all!

The CYBER MONDAY deals started today and last until Friday! Don't forget to check it out online at www.hatteras-island.com or come and see us in-store for the deals! New hours are 7am-5pm.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/30/2025

What a beautiful day after a few cold ones. Lots of sea mullet were caught today. Plenty of sharks at the point today, along with a false albacore. It'll cool down a little tomorrow, and the wind is going to pick up. We still have some mullet left, plenty of shrimp, and a variety of frozen.

Our Cyber Monday sale begins tomorrow! It is online and in-store, so come and see us! Our hours are now 7am-5pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/29/25

It's warmed up some, but it's been slow fishing today. Most of our reports have been of scattered sea mullet and sharks, but we did hear of a couple of puppy drum in Buxton this morning. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) sent us some photos from a charter he had earlier this week; they caught some specks, sheepshead, and black drum! Looks like a fun day! We still have lots of fresh cobs on deck, and plenty of fresh shrimp! Come grab some to try your luck for the drum and sea mullet, or grab some of our hand-made shark rigs to reel in those sharks that are biting. You can find our shark rigs in-store and online at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-shark-rigs/?searchid=186212&search_query=shark+rig

A quick reminder: our hours will be changing for the off-season starting tomorrow, November 30th. We will still be open daily through the winter, but our hours will be 7am-5pm ?

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/28/25

We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! It got pretty chilly and windy overnight! It's supposed to be a little colder tonight, in the low 40's, but the wind is expected to die down a little. For today's fishing report, we have scattered sea mullet and sharks, and a few flounder in north Avon. We also heard of one larger drum caught here in Avon this morning by Brantley and Beau (thanks, Samantha, for sending the picture!) Amy sent in a picture of Ronin's flounder caught and released yesterday at ramp 49, and Ashlyn and her crew caught some nice drum earlier this week! Nice work, y'all! Thanks for sharing! More fresh mullet arrived earlier this afternoon, so come on in and grab what you need for the weekend, and do some shopping while you're here! We have multiple holiday deals going on, including deals on SORD knife packages, Toadfish products, and more! You can shop in-store daily from 6am-7pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com #hookeodnfandf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/26/25

Wind has been picking up today as the day has gone on, and temps are slowly lowering into the fifties for tomorrow, then colder on Friday! We had some good reports today, including small black drum, sea mullet and sharks here in Avon, and scattered sharks, spot, croaker, blowtoads and sea mullet up and down the beach. There were also some blues and a few drum in Buxton this afternoon.

Cooper had some good luck with F&F mullet last night, catching 30" and a 40" red drum! And Marco caught quite a few sea mullet today for dinner! Steve had a great last couple of days with sea mullet, spot and blues! Nice job, guys!!

We will be closed for the holiday tomorrow, but resuming normal hours (6am-7pm) on Friday! Don't let our being closed tomorrow stop your holiday shopping, though! You can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

Everyone have a safe and happy Thanksgiving, from all of the Frank & Fran's Team! We are certaintly thankful for all of you!!! #hookeodnfandf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/25/25

Sea Mullet, Kingfish, Whitting, Round Heads, whatever you want to call them, that's what folks were catching today. Several folks are reporting that they really got into them, catching two at a time and filling their coolers! Bait of choice has been shrimp and fishbites!

We did get in a nice load of fresh mullet and spot today! Also available is fresh shrimp along with a huge variety of frozen baits!

Black Friday is coming and we will have an exclusive product launch coming, so keep your eyes out for our announcement! Lots of great sales in store and online as well, come in and see us. Open daily 6am - 7pm. CLOSED ON THANKSGIVING DAY!

Let's all congratulate Doug on his catch of a citation Sea Mullet weighing in at 1lb 11oz! Get out there tomorrow and get yourself a citation! Louie and Will also had some luck with their dad Herb in Avon, catching some awesome sea mullet!

#blackfriday2025 #thanksgiving2025

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/24/2025

Another nice and sunny day today. Looks like tomorrow is supposed to be a little warmer, but mostly cloudy. Then the weather will be like today again on Wednesday, and then it'll get chilly on Thursday. We heard the drum bite was good at the pier this morning and at the point after dark last night. We heard of plenty of sea mullet at 34 today, a few black drum, small blues, croaker, spot, flounder, blowtoads, and more.

Nathan caught a 46” drum last night at ramp 38. Dan caught a nice black drum, perfect for dinner. And last, but not least, Dan Massie (Left) and Buxton Pinkman (right) caught a nice drum on the Avon Pier. Pretty work to all!

We got in a load of fresh spot tonight! Come and see us from 6am-7pm. We will be closed on Thursday.

#freshbait #freshspot

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/23/2025

It was a nice day out today with some decent reports. 34S seemed to be the most productive ramp for sea mullet and black drum. Fishbites and shrimp have been the bait of choice for the mullet. Steve spent the day catching them by the pier with the F&F Mango Sunrise and fishbites. Ethan was using the same bait and fishing at 34 yesterday when he caught a cooler full of mullet.

We love to see you all repping your F&F gear, even when you're not here on the island! This little guy is a little cuter than most of you, though... ?

We are open 6am-7pm daily, except for Thursday, when we will be closed for the day. So stock up before then if you plan to fish on Thanksgiving Day! If not, we'll be back at 6am Friday!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/22/25

The drum were here this morning! There were reports of a great drum bite this morning at the point, and reports of lots of sea mullet up and down the island, as well as some spot. Creech caught this nice drum this morning during the bite! Great catch! Thank you for sharing! Drum are hitting on fresh mullet, and some folks are using fresh spot they're catching. Sea mullet (and spot) are still biting primarily on Fishbites, from what we are hearing - specifically sand flea, shrimp, and bloodworm Fishbites on sand flea imitation rigs or just bare rigs. We have fresh mullet for the drum, and fresh shrimp and many varieties of Fishbites. We also have frozen tuna belly, peeler crabs, squid, sand fleas and several other kinds of bait. Come check out our selection in store, open daily from 6am-7pm, and don't forget to follow us online to keep up with the fishing report at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/21/25

Most of the day was overcast and rainy, but despite the unfavorable conditions on the beach, fish were still caught. There were reports of a good sea mullet bite earlier in the morning near the Avon Pier, and puppy drum and sea mullet have been reported throughout the day from north of Avon to Buxton. Jason sent us a picture of his puppy drum he caught, and Micheal "Mullet Man" Creech had two small pups, 16 and 17 inches, bite at the same time on a double bottom rig! Both drum were safely released, but the same can't be said for all the sea mullet he caught! He got a nice cooler full of them throughout the day! Those will make a great meal! Thanks for sharing, guys!

We just got in a load of fresh mullet for the weekend. Come on by and get some! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can follow us and shop with us (check out our holiday deals!?) online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/20/25

Today was a relatively slow day in terms of fish reports; we mostly heard about sharks, skates, and rays, but some sea mullet have been caught scattered around the island. To add on to yesterday's post about which rigs to use for all the sea mullet around, we also have a great bait suggestion! Fishbites artificial bait works great for sea mullet and more! Fishbites contain a mesh that keeps your bait on the hook longer, and you can usually use the same piece for multiple bites until the scent dissolves off the mesh. Popular scents/colors for sea mullet are the sand flea (both the orange and tan and "electric chicken") and the bloodworm scent (both red and chartruese) Stop in and check out these varieties and more! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, or you can shop for Fishbites online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=fishbites

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/19/25

We had some random rain showers today, but it was still a good day to fish, because the fish don't care if it rains! We have reports of sea mullet and puppy drum up and down the beach, and some black drum and blowtoads have been reported here in Avon as well. Michael "Mullet Man" Creech had a good haul today! A cooler full of mullet and a slot pup! He also caught and released some nice black drum, one 24.75" and one 26.75" Great catches! Sand flea mimic rigs and rigs with lots of orange in them seem to be the rigs of choice recently, and we have MANY choices! Our own Sand Flea Imposter, Psycho Surf Fishing Legs and Eggs, and Adam's Black drum rig (which works for more than just black drum!) and more! Come check them out in store, open daily from 6am-7pm, or shop online for these rigs as stocking stuffers at https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/18/2025

We had some good reports today of sea mullet. We also heard of a few black drum, blowtoads, gray trout, and puppy drum. Randy caught these two, 24" and 25", yesterday. Jim Price with Psycho's Surf Fishing had good luck on the mullet today at ramp 34 with the Adam's Black Drum Rig and bloodworms for bait. We have both in stock, so come give them a try!

Don't forget to snap a few Frank and Fran's Holiday Shirts before FREE shipping ends tonight! https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=holiday

Come and see us tomorrow from 6am-7pm. We will be doing inventory, so when you see all of us here, that is why!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/17/2025

Another nice day today. It is a bit chilly out, but the sun was shining bright. Michael Creech, aka "the mullet man" caught a nice 2lb 9oz mullet today. It is a pretty one! We heard of some small sea mullet and blowtoads on Avon Pier, and a few scattered puppy drum.

Looks like tomorrow is going to be a repeat of today weather weather-wise. Come and check out our variety of Costa and Native sunglasses to help you see better out on the beach and cut out the glare from the sun shining down on the water, or even shining on your bright white cooler!

Our hours will remain 6am-7pm until 11/30. Come and see us or check out what we have to offer online at www.hatteras-island.com

#costasunglasses #nativeeyewear #costa #nativesunglasses #native #sunglasses

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/16/25

Turned out to be a beautiful day on the island but with some strong winds on the beach, however, it seems it didn't affect the current. Folks who were able to handle the wind were catching sharks and sea mullet. Gary came in to have his citation 1lb 12oz sea mullet weighed in and Brandon shared some photos catches he made with friends.

Tomorrow looks to be another beautiful day, but with slightly cooler temps. Temps will begin to rise throughout the week, with Friday forecasted to be 67!

We're still open every day from 6am-7pm and ALWAYS open online at www.hatteras-island.com. #haveyoustartedshoppingyet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/15/25

Today was beautiful and sunny again, and along with the sharks and skates all up and down the beaches, we heard of blowtoads, sea mullet, and puppy drum here in Avon and in the Tri-Villages, and sea mullet and blues from Buxton to Hatteras. Kurt got a pretty red drum and a bluefish on Ramp 44, and Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) had a great day with his charter on the water today, catching black drum, sheepshead, and bluefish! Pretty work, everyone!

Looking for a great Christmas gift idea and a cool way to preserve your catch? Check out Fishin' Prints to "Remember The Catch!" Fishin' Prints includes a durable cloth for the print, and uses natural cuttlefish ink rather than artificial ink, so you can still eat your catch after making the print! Just paint the ink on your catch, press the fabric to it, and save the memory! Find out more about this product here in store (open daily from 6am-7pm!) or online at https://hatteras-island.com/fishin-prints-kit-updating/?searchid=183257&search_query=fishin%27+prints

It has been fishy around here this week, and we hear that the big blues are hitting hard this morning! We have had so many pictures that they won't all fit in our fishing reports, so here is a photo dump of a lot of great catches!

Jarrad West shared some great photos of his family. Owen caught the shark, gave a great fight and it broke off in the curl only about 10-15 feet out with enough water to swim away. While we were all trying to make Owen feel better, Owen even threw his hat down he was frustrated…then we noticed his brother Preston was dragging it up the beach. After it broke off and we were all distracted, Preston just reached down and grabbed it by the tail saving the catch! Preston caught this 44” beauty!! Caylon out surf fishing for the first time!

Donnie Chilton and his crew had a great week!

Paul Hoopes from Delaware landed a tagged shark off of ramp 44 that about 4.5 feet and 40lbs.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/14/25

Another gorgeous day in the books, with minimal wind and some sunshine. Today, we have reports of sea mullet all up and down the island, as well as black drum reported in Avon and Hatteras, puppy drum in Avon, and blues in Frisco. Mixed in with those fish are everyone's favorites: sharks and skates ? Justin sent us some photos of Bailey from last night with her 44" red drum! Great catch! We also had Todd stop by today to show us his nice black drum he caught and a citation sea mullet! Nice work! We stocked up on Minhaden/bunker and more mullet just a little bit ago, and we have plenty of fresh shrimp, tuna belly, and more for the weekend.

Don't forget we have some cool sales going on for the holidays: when you buy $125 worth of Toadfish products, get a free Toadfish beach towel ($55 value!), and SORD Fishing Products have some great package deals. Get the SORD starter pack, a 7" medium flex filet knife, 3" rigging knife and a hat for $139.99, or get the ultimate filet bundle for $299.99, which includes 7", 8" and 9" filet knives, a hat, and a SORD sticker pack! You don't want to miss these deals! Come check them out! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

Right after we posted the fishing report, Art brought in this monster 2lb 6oz, 17 inch sea mulet! Nice catch!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/13/25

Finally, a quiet day concerning the wind! It's slowed down, bringing us reports of small black drum, sea mullet, and skates here in Avon, some sea mullet in the Tri-Villages, puppy drum and some bigger reds and sea mullet in Buxton, and some black drum and puppy drum down in Hatteras. Adam caught several puppy drum and a 22" black drum at Ramp 55 today, all using his black drum rig made by Psycho's Surf Fishing! We have Adam's Black Drum Rig in stock here at the shop, so come grab one and see what it catches! We also just got MORE fresh mullet in! Come grab what you need and head out to fish! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop online for Adam's rig and more at https://hatteras-island.com/psychos-surf-fishing-adams-black-drum-rig/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/12/25

The wind has slowly decreased and temperatures today have slowly increased...a little. Today we have reports of some sea mullet here in Avon as well as a few puppy drum, but most reports from up and down the beach have consisted of sharks and skates. Jacob had some good family time here on the island and caught a pretty puppy drum! Mullet Man Michael Creech got a cooler full of sea mullet on ramp 38 today, and Benny and Kaylee posed outside the shop with their puppy drum they caught; it was Kaylee's first drum! Way to go! Jarrad and his crew, Clark, Michael, Soren, Owen, Preston, Phil and Daniel all caught some nice sharks, spot and drum this past week! Great work, everyone! Thank you for sharing! We restocked on several kinds of Fishbites today, including red and chartreuse bloodworms to help put you onto sea mullet and more! Come stop by and stock up! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=fishbites

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING / WIND REPORT!

Today was kind of a mess in Avon, with strong winds and some sound side flooding the day started out really slow. Not many folks went out to brave the crappy, windy and cold conditions. We did hear of a few sea mullet, a few small puppy drum and one large drum in Avon. We didn't hear much of anything from the rest of the island other than sharks.

As the day went on, the winds started to diminish. Unfortunately, they will begin to rise as the day goes on tomorrow. Slightly warmer temps tomorrow, though.

Today was a day of remembrance as we honor all who served. We appreciate the sacrafices made my all men and women who served our great nation, not only on November 11th, but everyday! If you didn't thank a veteran today, make sure you do it tomorrow and everyday from there on!

We'll be open tomorrow from 6am - 7pm! See you soon! #VeteransDay2025 #FrankAndFrans

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/10/2025

What a sharky day! ? 8 out of 10 reports were sharks; one was some sea mullet in Salvo, and the other was a couple of drum at the point. The temperature went from mid-60s this morning to the lower 50s tonight. Tomorrow the low is going to be 41 and the high is 49 ? While that may not be cold to some, the 30mph wind coming off the ocean will make it pretty frigid for us!

We have a decent selection of hoodies left, as well as beanies, hand warmers, gloves, and more to keep you warm! Come and see us.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/9/2025

What a beautiful day today! The reports mainly consisted of sharks and rays, but we have a few nice ones! Caleb got his first drum today, and it was right in the slot, perfect for dinner! Congratulations Caleb!

Congratulations are also in order for Easton from Currituck! He caught his PB drum on Avon Pier on Friday, measuring 47.5". He also had a great opening day of duck season (must be his new lucky hat ?).

Chester is back at it again with a nice puppy drum and sea mullet at 32 today, and a nice puppy drum yesterday.

Ronnie had some luck the past couple of days, all on F&F mullet! Nice work to all!

We have about 250 lbs of mullet left right now. Unfortunately, Tuesday is the first day our bait guys can fish legally, and it's going to be very windy! We will post if we do get any mullet in, but as always, we are stocked up on frozen if it gets to it. You could always spend Tuesday Christmas shopping for your favorite angler! We even have gift cards ?

We are open 6am-7pm , come and see us!

#drum #freshmullet #seamullet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/8/25

What a beautiful day and a good day for fishing! We have reports of a little bit of everything: sea mullet, spot, croaker, puppy drum, blues, black drum, and some trout, all ranging from northern Avon to Frisco, and we have heard of puppy drum in Hatteras. Team Specktackler from VA had a great day, catching lots of puppy drum! Jim Price of Psycho's Surf Fishing sent us pictures of Tammy, who limited out on blues at Ramp 48 with Psycho's Cherry Bomb rig, and Adam who caught a 24" puppy drum on Adam's Black Drum rig; and Whitney sent us a picture of her bluefish caught at Ramp 49. Nice catches! ?NEW PRODUCT ALERT!? We now have Balsa Bait Bugs aka Hatteras Doodlebugs in stock in several colors! These rigs are handcrafted and will attract anything from blues to red drum! Come grab yours today; we are open daily from 6am-7pm, or order online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/7/25

The Anglers Club Tournament wrapped up earlier this evening, and we heard of several more nice fish caught! There were reports of sea mullet and puppy drum up and down the island, as well as some bluefish reported here in Avon and in Buxton. Some small blowtoads have been caught as well. Traci sent us a picture of 8-year-old Brian with his puppy drum here in Avon, and the family caught another small pup as well! Rodney caught a nice puppy drum, too, and Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) and his charter had a successful day landing some sheepshead. Very nice catches, everyone! Thanks for sharing them! Another 500lbs of fresh mullet just hit the deck a little while ago, and we have bloodworms back in stock as well. Come see us; we are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/6/25

The Angler's Club tournament is in full swing! It's been pretty windy today, but the wind is supposed to die down some and switch to the south tomorrow. Today we have reports of sea mullet up and down the beaches, and bluefish here in Avon, up in the Tri-Villages, in Buxton, and in Hatteras. There have also been some red drum reported along the beaches. Tommy caught a nice drum on the point yesterday! Nice catch! We have plenty of fresh mullet on deck, and lots of fresh shrimp, frozen squid, tuna belly, and more! Come in and stock up on what you need for day two of the tournament! We are open every day from 6am-7pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/5/25

It's been a busy day in preparation for the Cape Hatteras Anglers' Club Tournament! We've heard of some sea mullet scattered up and down the beaches, but other than that, we haven't had much reported other than sharks and skates. We do have some good drum pictures from earlier in the week, though! We're loaded up on mullet for the tournament, and just restocked our Ginger Rigs (bait bugs!), and they're going fast! Grab one while you can! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop online with us at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/4/2025

A bit chillier outside today, but the fish are biting! Lots of puppy drum and sea mullet were reported today, along with a few blues, sharks, and skates. Miller caught a nice puppy drum today, and Mason and John did well out there, too! We also weighed in a couple of citation sea mullet yesterday, congrats Jon and Keith, they were some pretty ones!

Watch out for the Hotliners! They are catching a few during their pre-tournament fishing, hopefully the luck doesn't run out! ?

We are ALMOST out of the mullet we got in earlier ? but more will be heading our way soon ?. Open 6am-7pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/3/2025

WOW, we have had some awesome catches reported today! At just 7 years old, he reeled in this drum all by himself, with a little help from bro to keep the rod tip up! That's pretty awesome, and we love to see the young ones hooked on fishing! Adam and Lucas also got to reel in a 51" beauty north of the pier today. Nice work to all!

We also had reports of nice sea mullet in Avon today, a few blues, and some puppy drum scattered around. We are hoping for some more fresh mullet tomorrow. Keep an eye out here; we will post when it comes in. We are open 6am-7pm, come and see us!

#drum #avonnc

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 11/2/2025

What a beautiful day today with several reports up and down the beaches. Todd got a nice pup this morning. Jason and Whitney caught some pups and a blue at ramp 49. Jim from Psycho's surf-fishing did well on sea mullet and spot using bloodworms just north of the Avon Pier. Mike did well in Nags Head today! Pretty work, y'all!

We only have one Akios F-16 left in stock, and Joe Moore is running out as well! If you want one, get it now with FREE SHIPPING at https://hatteras-island.com/akios-f-16-reel/

We got in some fresh mullet today, but it is going quick. If you want to get some before Tuesday, come see us asap! We have plenty of shrimp, bloodworms, and frozen bait options. We are open 6am-7pm daily.

#freshmullet #akios

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 11/1/25

It's officially November! We started off the month today in a good way, hearing reports of red drum being caught from Rodanthe down to Buxton, and there were black drum, sea mullet, and a few blues mixed into the reports. David sent us a picture of Brian with his 49.5" drum, caught a couple of days ago on Ramp 23 on cut mullet. Nice catch!

Need another rod to get out there and start catching fish? We have a sale going on: 20% off our Penn Pursuit IV combos, ⭐️ IN-STORE ONLY!!!!! ⭐ Come grab them while they last! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/31/25

?Happy Halloween!!!? It's been a chilly, windy fall day out there today, and we have reports of sea mullet, small puppy drum, and a few bluefish here in Avon and up to Rodanthe. We've not had anyone report anything from anywhere further south today. Yesterday, Daple got a new rod from us, and the "new rod mojo" got him a nice puppy drum! Today, Toad and Hazel had a good day catching some small pups and some sea mullet!

Here's a neat idea for trick or treaters: in "light" of it being Halloween, repurpose your rod glowsticks for your trick or treating kids to light them up and make sure they stay seen in the dark and stay safe! We have plenty of glowsticks in stock here at the store if you're in need of some! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

Everyone have a safe and Happy Halloween!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/30/25

We started off the day with a good bit of rain, but the clouds have given way to a beautiful sunny day! We have gotten reports of some puppy drum here in Avon today, and down in Hatteras, there were some black drum. Andrew sent in his pictures of the black drum that were caught down at Ramp 55, and Kimberly sent in a photo of a nice bluefish caught in Buxton a few days ago!

?RESTOCK ALERT? We have restocked our Limited Edition Christmas shirts and hoodies, and added a long-sleeve shirt in grey! Come in and see the selection! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/29/2025

Today has been a mixed bag of rain, sun, mist and some overwash in Avon and Buxton. The wind has died down so hopefully things will begin to settle down and we can get back to some fishing! The NC DOT is hoping to re-open highway 12 tomorrow around 5 PM. The weather is looking better for this coming weekend so come on down!

We just had a few customers come in that landed some puppy drum and sea mullet today but they also said that 10 ounces of weight is not holding!

There is some chill in the air so be sure and check out our new beanies.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/27/25

Can you say Blah......Well, that's what today turned into. This morning started out ok with some great reports of blues reported from the surf in Avon off of both metal and bait! Tomorrow is looking to be a washout. It will be a great day to come in the shop and meander around and check out all of the cool merchandise we have! Though, don't forget that the drum like rough conditions, and if you're willing to get out there, you could get onto a big drum! We have all the rain gear, frogg toggs, Guy Cotton, Xtratufs, beanies and more to keep you comfy!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/25/25 PART #3

The photos keep rolling in so here is part three to today's fishing report. Luke caught a nice 24.5” drum today. Patrick and Devin who caught some nice drum shared in the last post sent over a photo of Johnny who caught a cute little sea mullet. Jim Kingsley and his son caught blues all day on ramp 34. Captain Joey Vandyke of @fingeancefishing charter landed some Blue, sheepshead, sea bass.

Nice work everyone! Keep the photos coming!

? FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT – 10/25/2025 ? What. A. Week. Hatteras Island was alive with excitement as anglers from the Capital City Four Wheeler Tournament overlapped with NCBBA competitors, long-time fall fishing crews, and a wave of new visitors chasing BIG fish!

? NCBBA TOURNAMENT WRAP-UP Today marked the finale of the 16th Annual North Carolina Beach Buggy Association Red Drum Tournament, proudly hosted here at Frank & Fran’s! A HUGE thank you to the NCBBA volunteers, judges, sponsors, bait fisherman—and of course, YOU, the anglers, who make this one of the most anticipated surf-fishing events on the East Coast. After a quick power nap... we will start gearing up for next year! ?

? Catch Highlights

? Glen pulled in a 2 lb 9 oz sea mullet so thick it looked like a puppy drum at first glance!

? Travis wasn’t far behind with a 2 lb 6 oz sea mullet — fall fishing is HEATING UP.

? Wanda Smith from Mebane, NC hooked a 43" red drum near Ocean Waves Campground—what a beauty!

? Thomas battled a nice shark.

? Aaron Dupont from Martinsburg, WV landed an incredible 43.5" red drum during the NCBBA Tournament!

✨ The Drum Are Here. The Fish Are Chewing. If you’re not on the sand… you’re missing out on some great fall fishing. Grab your gear, your crew, and let’s keep this momentum rolling into the weekend! Stop in, grab some fresh bait and hit the beach or the pier!

? Drop a comment with your biggest catch this week or tag us in your photos!

FRANK & FRAN'S PHOTO FISHING REPORT FOR 10/29 - 10/25 - We have lots of photos to share so there will be multiple posts today.

First up we have Taylor with a nice drum. Next we have a fish that Lucas caught on the sound and we are not 100% sure what it is so if anyone can help identify please do so. He caught six of them. Brady from Va caught a nice 46" drum on Avon Pier.

Allyson shared the following: "Hey guys, our crew from New York was down for the week chasing Drum and we caught a few nice ones and wanted to share. My husband, Casey, caught his on ramp 32, a nice 50". Mine was caught the other night on ramp 34, 46". These are the first citations we've caught in the 5 years we've been coming down. Thanks for supplying us with all our bait and tackle for the week!"

What a great week! Congrats everyone!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/24/25

Another stunning day here on the island brought action across the beaches, especially from Avon northward. Anglers reported sea mullet, drum, and bluefish throughout the shoreline. At the Point, Patrick and Devin both landed impressive 40-inch drum, while Oliver brought in a beautiful citation-sized sea mullet to the scales. More fresh bait arrived just a couple hours ago, so come get it while it's here! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/23/25

It's been another gorgeous day, and we have reports of sea mullet, bluefish, and red drum from Rodanthe down to Buxton. Haven't heard of any drum south of Buxton so far, but plenty of sea mullet and blues. Brian caught a nice drum on the soundside yesterday, and Alan caught some blues here in Avon late this morning. Captain Joey VanDyke of Fingeance Sportfishing Charters had a great day with his charter out on the water, pulling in blues, red drum, black drum, sheepshead, and some sea bass. Nice catches, y'all! The NCBBA Tournament is in full swing, and the latest results we have are posted in the photos. Come stop by and see us! We're open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/22/25

It's been a busy day with the NCBBA Tournament getting ready to kick off! Today we have reports of drum, blues, and sea mullet here in Avon and in Buxton. Kevin sent us some photos of some nice reds and blues he and his crew caught in the last couple of days, and Paul sent us a picture of William with a nice blue at Ramp 55 on cut mullet! Nice photos, y'all! Thanks for sharing! We have plenty of fresh mullet, shrimp and bloodworms available, as well as tuna belly and a variety of frozen baits. Stop in and see us! We are open 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/21/2025

It is AWESOME to see the photos rolling in today! Lots of drum, some blues, sea mullet, a few black drum, and flounder have been caught today. Pretty work to all today! We love to see you all having luck out there and catching some beautiful fish

We ended up getting about 1300 lbs of mullet today, which is quickly diminishing! We will continue to load up for the tournament as much as we can.

NCBBA ANGLERS: If you have NOT registered yet, come and see us at Frank and Fran's beginning at 8am! If you have already registered and you need to pick up your packet, head to the Avon Fire Dept. The address is 40159 Harbor Rd, Avon, NC 27915. Head south from F&F, turn right at the light, and it is on your right.

For your FREE 7lb bag of ice, you will still come here to pick them up! Bring in your tournament book to claim! We will be open from 6am-9pm. Come and see us and the Surf Fishing Guy and his assortment of products!

#hookeonfandf #freshmullet #reddrum #reddrumtournament #thesurffishingguy #NCBBA #hatterasisland #avonnc #OuterBanksFishing #FrankAndFrans #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/20/2025

Another beautiful day out today with a few reports of drum (all sizes), sea mullet, and bluefish. Jacy just picked up his new Nick's Custom Rod yesterday and put it to work today! Right in the slot and perfect for the dinner table! Pretty work Jacy!

SJ got himslef a new rod today and has been hard at work making sure his casts are top knotch!

Capt Joey VanDyke and his crew for the day did well with blues and drum. Looks like they've got a good dinner tonight too.

We have some fresh mullet left, and are hoping to stock up again tomorrow. Keep an eye out, we will post when it arrives. We will be here from 6am-9pm tomorrow, welcoming all the anglers for NCBBA! We are happy to have you all and look forward to a great tournment.

#ncbba #hatterasisland #avonnc #reddrumtournament

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/19/2025

What a beautiful day today! ☀ It's good to see the sun. Michele caught some nice sea mullet on the F&F sand flea imposter rig today. Charles caught a pretty one out there, too! We have heard of some blues and sea mullet up and down the island. Drum at the Avon Pier, blowtoads at 48, and a few puppy drum as well.

Congrats to all the CCFW tournament winners! We are glad the weather turned out well for the tournament and hope it stays similar for the next one as we welcome all the NCBBA anglers! We have fresh mullet and shrimp, a few bags of bloodworms, and a variety of frozen. More bloodworms to come tomorrow!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/18/25

We've had a gorgeous day today; warm with light winds. Today we have reports of sea mullet, puppy drum and bluefish scattered up and down the beaches, as well as some spot and croaker, and we've seen one nice speckled trout. Max caught a monster drum last night in Hatteras, and Sarah got a nice bluefish today! Nice catches! Thanks for sharing! The Capital City Tournament is in full swing, and we have plenty of bait, weights, and rigs available. There is plenty of fresh mullet in our coolers, so come and grab what you need! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/17/25

It's feeling like fall! ? It was a beautiful day out today, with a cool breeze and some nice warmth from the sun. Hunter caught a 44" drum today in Rodanthe! We love to see it! Milton caught some nice mullet today, so he'll be eating good tonight. We also heard of a few puppies and blues around today.

The inshore charter guys have been doing pretty good as well! Captain Rick helped put these guys on the fish! Nice work, boys!

Our limited edition holiday shirts are going fast! What is pictured is ALL that is left! Get them in-store or online before they're gone! https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=holiday

The mullet we got in this afternoon is going quick! Come and fill up! We are open 6am-9pm daily. #freshmullet #christmas2025 #fallweather #bluefish #reddrum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/16/25

Feels like today was the first day we've seen the sun in ages! It's been gorgeous out, if a bit windy. Today we have reports of drum on the surf side in Avon and Buxton, and some sea mullet up and down the island. Justin's first fish of the trip ended up being a 24" red drum. Great way to start fishing! Kenny from Maryland had a nice drum today as well, saying, "Thanks to Frank & Frans for the bait and my buddy Tim for helping!" Matt had some great nights this week on the soundside, including catching 2 drum back to back in one night; one 46" and one 47"! And Tyler from King, NC caught a 21" red off the surf in Avon this morning, with bait from here at the shop ? Nice catches, everyone! Thank you for sharing. It's still taking a good bit of weight to hold bottom out there, but we have lots of lead in stock, including sputniks and 14oz pyramids. Come see us and load up on whatever you need to catch the big one. We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/15/25

We had some showers to start off the day today; they cleared up, but the clouds stuck around. We got reports of puppy drum on the surf in Buxton and on the pier here in Avon, and of a black drum off the surf as well. There have also been sea mullet scattered around. Soundside has been quiet today. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) had good charters the last few days, catching limits of pups and blues, and Jeff and Mike had a successful day in Nags Head today, catching some pups, and seeing a man o' war! Nice fish, everyone! Stay away from that jelly! ? We still have fresh mullet and bunker. Come get it! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online and shop with us, too, at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/14/2025

Unfortunately, it was another gloomy day with spitting rain. Lots of people are coming in and getting bait, but we haven't had too many reports. Most are struggling to hold bottom as it is taking a good bit of weight. We did hear of a few sea mullet, blues, and puppy drum scattered up and down the beach.

The 200lbs of mullet we got this morning is ALMOST gone, but we are hoping to get another load tomorrow. We also have fresh bunker and a variety of other baits in stock. We are open until 9pm, come and see us.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/13/2025

Well, it was just as rough out there today, and most people were stocking up on 6-7oz sputniks and 10-12 oz pyramids. We did hear reports of blues right across the street here in Avon and a few scattered puppy drum. Mr. Snedeker caught this nice one yesterday on the north side of the point in the afternoon.

We are thankful for NCDOT NC 12 and their crews! If it weren't for them, it would've been a long while before the road would've reopened! Luckily, we have some hardworking crews that got it cleaned up and open today. ? We are happy to see the line of traffic coming into town, stop by and see us from 6am-9pm daily!

We are currently out of fresh mullet, but we hope to receive some in the early afternoon tomorrow. Keep an eye out here, we will make a post when it arrives! We've gotten some new things in latley, come see them in the shop or online at https://hatteras-island.com/

#puppydrum #drum #reddrum #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/12/2025

Well, it has not been a great weather day. But some brave people went out today, and some were successful! Shaun caught a nice drum late this morning. You can't catch them on the couch! Way to go, Shaun!

Unfortunately, today's midday high tide did some damage. A large stretch of the dunes at the canal zone (in between Pea Island visitor center and the bridge) has been washed away since about 11:30 this morning. The crews got out there and did some work on it after high tide, but the waves are just knocking down what they've done. NCDOT 12 posted that they would be back at it in the morning.

Buxton is looking okay right now, but still some standing water in the road. Remember, it is salt water, meaning it is not good for your vehicles or others! We are hoping for the best with the damage done to the road at Pea Island. Hopefully, the ocean doesn't beat on it too much tonight!

We have some fresh mullet left, along with plenty of other bait options. We also have plenty of cigars if you just want to relax at the house during this nasty weather. Or... come stock up on rig-building supplies and get ready!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/11/25

Rain, rain, go away ?. It's been a dreary day, and the winds have increased as the day has progressed. That didn't stop people from going out and fishing! Avon Pier has reports of drum being caught earlier today, but other than that, we haven't really heard anything from the beaches or soundside. Michele sent us pictures of Hunter's drum catches today off the pier! Nice job! We do have fresh mullet in stock, as well as fresh shrimp and tuna belly for the drum! Come grab some bait, and don't forget to check out our new stock of limited edition F&F Christmas shirts and hoodies, as well as our Nick's Custom Rods apparel, sold on the island EXCLUSIVELY here at Frank & Fran's! We are open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/10/25

It's been mostly cloudy today with a few showers, but the rain hasn't come quite yet. We have reports today of drum in the surf here in Avon and in Buxton, along with some blues. On the soundside we are hearing reports of bluefish. Chris caught a nice 47" drum today, and Jenn sent us a picture of a 28" drum off the surf as well! We also had Mary send in a photo of Brad and Mason with a 20" flounder they caught and released at the point! Nice catches, everyone! Thank you for sharing! Following our mention of the Nick's Custom Rod's lineup in last night's fishing report, we announced earlier today that we now carry Nick's gear! Hats, hoodies, and t-shirts sporting Nick's logo are now available in-store and online, and Frank &Fran's is the exclusive retailer of Nick's Custom Rod's apparel on the island! Come shop for yours now! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=nicks+custom+rods

The Bartel Family caught some nice blues on Wednesday before the wind kicked up yesterday! Pretty fish y'all, thanks for sharing!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/9/25

It's definitely starting to feel more fall-like with this cool NNE wind, and the ocean is stirred up, which is perfect for the drum. We heard of a good drum bite today on Avon Pier, and of a few bites in Buxton and up in Rodanthe, too. Other than the drum, there are blues, small pompano, and some sea mullet and spot in the surf. On the soundside, there have been some blues being caught. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) and his charter caught some big blues, and also had a porpoise sighting! Looks like an awesome day!

Drum season is upon us, and Christmas will be here before you know it!! We have an amazing lineup of Nick's Custom Rods to treat yourself or your loved ones to for the "Drum-mas" ?season ? Grab the perfect custom for you before it's gone! You can check out our lineup here in store, open daily from 6am-9pm, or you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/8/25

The surf cleared up enough to produce some smaller fish today up and down the beach, including sea mullet, spot, and some small pompano. Soundside has had some blues and puppy drum here and there. Brian caught a puppy drum on fresh bunker from here at the shop yesterday. Jane and Tom caught some spot and small pompano here in Avon, and Captain Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) and his charter had a good day on the water, catching drum, sheepshead, and blues. We have fresh mullet (larger ones and cobs) and fresh bunker in stock, as well as fresh shrimp and a variety of other baits. Come check out what we have and say hi! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/7/2025

We have a couple more days before it gets nasty out there! Today was a nice day, although there was a lot of cloud cover. The Avon Pier did well again with drum this morning. We heard of a few pompano, spot, and sea mullet down at ramp 55. We also heard of a few puppy drum at ramp 38 and north of Avon on the soundside. Jane and Tom got into a pinfish blitz on the soundside today! If you head that way, make sure to take plenty of mosquito repellent!

We are loaded up on fresh mullet, but it is going fast. Come and get it before it is gone! Open 6am-9pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/6/2025

Another beautiful day on the island, but the recent rain/flooding has these mosquitoes out and about! We are well-stocked on Skeeter Beater. Come and grab some to make your trip out to the water more enjoyable. We heard of some blues, puppy drum, and speckled trout on the soundside today. All we heard from the ocean side was a couple of sea mullet and one nice 43" drum caught this morning.

Brian caught a nice bluefish on the soundside the night before last! Capt Rick also did well today with some puppy drum. Pretty work, y'all!

Not only do we like to hear about your catches, we like to see them too!! If you've caught any fish the past few days, comment them below! You can also email them to us at fandfpics@hatteras-island.com or send them through Facebook or Instagram.

We have our mullet order in for tomorrow, so as long as he catches them, we will have them! We usually get them sometime in the afternoon, around 3-4. But keep an eye here, and we will post when they arrive! You can also sign up for our fresh bait alerts with the QR code. We send out an email directly to you when the bait gets here, so you get alerted.

Until the mullet arrives, we have the following selection of baits: fresh bunker, shrimp, bloodworms, and a large variety of frozen baits! We are open from 6am-9pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 10/5/2025

What a beautiful day after many days of nasty weather! Finally, some sunshine! We heard a few drum off the pier this morning, and a few scattered blues and puppy drum. The sound has had some blues as well. It was a little slow report-wise today.

We got another load of fresh bunker today. Our local commercial fisherman catches them and then puts them in a brine to help firm them up and keep them fresh. It is some of the best bait you can find and the drum love them!

We are open 6am-9pm. Come and check out some of the sales we have going on. Keep an eye out for more here and on our website, as a few things are in the works ;)

CURRENT SALES - Xtratuf XMABMOB size 9 ankle deck boots 30% off - All boardshorts are 25% off

#xtratuf #hukapparel #hukfishing #huk #bunker #menhaden #fatback

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/4/25

Another gorgeous, windy day in the books. The surf is continuing to calm down little by little. We heard of a drum off of Avon Pier today, but other than that, the surf side is still quiet and rough. The sound side continues to produce blues and puppy drum, as well as some larger drum. Bobby caught a 46" red on the soundside last night, and Captain Joey VanDyke and his charter Fingeance Surf Fishing had a good day, loading up on blues and lots of undersized drum. We have fresh bunker on deck, and frozen finger and cob mullet, tuna belly, peeler crabs, fresh shrimp, and plenty of other good baits. Come in and grab what you need; we are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online and shop with us at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/3/25

We started off the day here with some showers, but this afternoon the clouds gave way to a pretty, sunny day! We haven't heard anything from the surf side today, but sound side is still producing blues, puppy drum, and some bigger drum as well! Michael caught a nice 45.5" red today out with Captain Sam Bell and Tightlinez Charters! Captain Joey VanDyke and Fingeance Sportfishing had a good day on the water, too, catching blues and puppy drum. Christopher and his family sent in photos of their catches this week: blues and drum in various sizes, including a 46" red! Thank you, everyone, for sharing! Nice catches! We have plenty of fresh shrimp in stock, as well as tuna belly and frozen mullet. We are open daily from 6 am to 9 pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/2/25

Despite the wind and more overwash down in Buxton, it turned out to be a cool, gorgeous day! From the surfside, we didn't have many reports, just a couple of puppy drum in South Buxton. Soundside here in Avon, we heard of nice-sized bluefish and some puppy drum this morning, along with some larger drum last night. When fishing the sound side, if you want to cast out and enjoy sitting for a bit, a double drop bottom rig with some mullet is perfect! If you'd rather be actively jigging, try a popping cork jig! Cast out, and as you're reeling, give it a good tug now and then to bring the fish in! We have all these rigs and more that are pre-tied for your convenience; or you can build your own! We have all the materials to do so in stock! Come on in and grab what you need. We are open daily from 6am-9pm, or you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 10/1/25

As you can imagine, it was a pretty rough day for fishing. High, rough surf made it very difficult on the ocean side, though we did hear of just a few decent blues here in Avon on the sound side today. While it wasn't a great day to go out and fish, it was a nice relaxation day! Chilling with a cigar is a great way to relax! Come check out our cigar humidor; the only walk-in humidor on the island! We have a large selection of cigars, from the well-known classics to some lesser-known and more exotic choices. Head on in to the shop and see for yourself! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can always shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/30/2025

While it was not the nicest of days out today, Capt Joey on Fingeance Sportfishing got out there and caught some blues and drum. We did hear of a few going out today, but the only reports we had from shore were some pinfish from the soundside. Unfortunately, it's going to be a bit windier tomorrow, which is one thing Buxton does not need.

We received a big order of cigars today. Come grab one (or a handful ?) and relax tomorrow while this nasty weather passes.

Drive slowly through any standing water on the roads, as it is saltwater! Not good for your vehicle or others ?

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/29/2025

A slow day for reports today, but we did hear of a few blues and sea mullet out there. Capt Joey VanDyke had some success with his trip today. They caught some nice blues and some speckled trout.

We received a large order of F&F hats last week! You can order one online to have shipped right to you, or if you'll be coming to Avon soon, choose in-store pickup to make sure you snag the one you want, and we will hold it for you until you arrive!

Check them out online at https://hatteras-island.com/headwear-4/

We are open 6am-9pm. Come and see us.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/28/2025

Congratulations to all of the winners for the 2025 Hatteras Surf Fishing Challenge! ??Lots of sea mullet and pompano (many under 1lb) were caught. A few puppy drum and many bluefish were weighed in as well. We also heard about a few black drum being caught, but all were undersized.

Fortunately, Tropical Storm Imelda is not supposed to make landfall along the coast! While a direct hit is not forecasted, high swells and an increase in rip currents will be coming this week. Take advantage of tomorrow and Tuesday morning before the surf gets rough! ?We are stocked up on all baits, plenty of tackle, and anything else you might need!

Don't feel like fishing in the weather mid-week? Get stocked up on rig-tying supplies and get ready to get out there after it calms down. Or... grab some cigars and relax! We are here 6am-9pm daily.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/27/25

We had some rain on and off today, but it was a productive day. We've had reports up and down the island once again of bluefish, small pompano, sea mullet and some blowtoads here and there. Cut mullet is the bait of choice on two-drop bottom rigs. On the soundside, popping corks and bottom rigs are catching blues, puppy drum and speckled trout. Captain Joey VanDyke put his charter onto some nice specks and blues today! Great work! We've got tons of bluefish rigs, mullet rigs, bottom rigs and more available here in store, so come see us. We are open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/26/25

Another warm day today, but a nice day nonetheless! Today we have reports of bluefish, croaker, spot, and sea mullet scattered around the island, along with some puppy drum and blowtoads here in Avon. ON the sound side, folks are catching blues, puppy drum and speckled trout. Will sent us a photo of an octopus they found today! Very neat! And Matt sent us a photo of his puppy drum he caught on the sound! Nice work!

We just got in another load of mullet; cobs and some bigger pound-and-a-halfers, and we still have a few fingers left as well. Come see us and grab some. We are open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us and follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/25/25

We had another relatively warm day today, and we have reports of small bluefish, small pompano, and some sea mullet, all of which are scattered along the island. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) put his charter onto some nice blues and speckled trout, and Rick and Mike went out on the sound and caught a nice bluefish today! Nice work, everyone! We do have fresh finger mullet in stock, so come get them while they last! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/24/25

The ocean calmed down some today, but so did the fishing. We have scattered reports of smaller bluefish, small pompano, sea mullet, and a report of one puppy drum out there on the ocean side. Soudside has reported blues, some speckled trout, and some puppy drum. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) had a great charter, catching tons of bluefish and some puppy drum. Nice work! We had a load of fresh cob mullet come in, as well as a few fingers mixed in, so come get 'em while they're here! We also restocked some Z-Man soft plastics and jig heads. You can come check out what we have in store, open daily from 6am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=z-man

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/23/2025

A beautiful day out today, but the ocean is still angry! Hopefully, since the wind died down significantly today and will remain low tomorrow, it'll calm down even further. However, a few storms are swirling around in the Atlantic, causing some swell. All we heard from the ocean today was some blues from the beach and some drum off the Avon Pier. The sound side has been doing well with drum and blues as well!

James got a nice 43" citation drum on the sound last night, and Dallas caught a 30" bluefish! Some awesome catches y'all! Thanks for sharing them with us!

More NEW things came today! Lots of new F&F hats, some of them pictured, Daiwa Saltist star drag reels, and lightweight Huk hoodies, perfect for fall. Check everything out online at https://hatteras-island.com/ or come and see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/22/2025

Most of the reports we received today were about the conditions, it was windy and rough. However, those that were out there caught some blues, sea mullet, and a few small pompano. Joe caught a nice-sized blues out on the sound today, and Capt Joey VanDyke on Fingeance did well with a nice 46" drum, puppy drum, and plenty of blues.

Deliveries are still coming daily. Today we received a big order of ES Lures. We also sell them on our website, go check them out: https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=es

We also loaded up on F&F can and bottle koozies and a few other miscellaneous tackle items. We also talked to Nick today, and he will hopefully be delivering his custom rods soon, maybe even next week! Keep an eye out for those.

We got in 200lbs of beautiful cobs this afternoon, but they are going fast! Come and get some before they are gone. We are open until 9pm.

#nickscustomrods #ctsfishing #bluefish #drum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/21/25

It was a nice day out with a heavy breeze! It is going to lighten up a bit tomorrow and then significantly by Tuesday. Ed and Dan got some nice yearlings today (34" and 30"). We also heard of some blues, sea mullet, pompano, and flounder scattered around.

We have fresh mullet, tuna belly, shrimp, bloodworms, and more in stock! Don't forget to grab your ice while you're here. (Did you know we have a 40lb bag of ice? And it's only $9.80!) We also have 10lb blocks, which stay frozen a lot longer if you're gonna be out on the beach all day. Come and see us!

#holidayice #freshmullet #reddrum #drum #avonnc #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/20/25

It got a little windier today but it was very sunny and beautiful. We've heard of bluefish and sharks up and down the island as well as some puppy drum here and there, and some pompano were reported just north of Avon. Soundside has reported bluefish and puppy drum. Yesterday at Ramp 32, Randy and Steve caught a few nice bluefish, and today Randy and Stephanie got a puppy drum, some pompano and some blues. On the soundside here in Avon, Brandon caught a 29" bluefish, and Paul caught his first ever blue, measuring 19". Great catches, everyone! Thanks for sharing! Blues and sharks seem to be prominent, so wire leader is a good idea to keep your rigs from being bitten off! Come in and grab some pre-made wire rigs, or some wire leader here in the store. we are open daily from 6am-9pm. Or buy some online at https://hatteras-island.com/leader-wire/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/19/25

Another fine day of heading towards the fall season! Today, we have reports of bluefish scattered up and down the beach, with a good bite earlier in Buxton, followed by some red drum. There was a Spanish bite this morning here in Avon, and some sizeable pompano in Hatteras. Those fishing soundside have reported bluefish, puppy drum, and speckled trout today. Curtis caught a 3lb 12oz pompano on Ramp 55 today using a Psycho Surf Fishing Legs and Eggs rig. Michael posted some photos of some nice blues and drum, and Brandon got a 23" bluefish in the sound here in Avon. Amy sent in some pictures of Rich with his catches today; he caught and released some 24" drum on Ramp 27 with some mullet from our shop! Tony sent in some pictures from his vacation here, where he caught his first flounder and trout! Nice fish, y'all! Thanks for sharing! We have loads of fresh cob and finger mullet that recently came in this evening, and we also have some new headlamp products in from Nebo! Come check them out here in store, open daily from 6am-9pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/headlamps-rod-tip-lights/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/18/25

It turned out to be a beautiful day, with lots of sunshine for most of the day and clouds this evening. The wind and water were pretty calm, and we have reports of bluefish on the beach from Avon down to Hatteras. Some drum are still being caught on the piers. Soundside is producing nice bluefish and some puppy drum. Lola and her mom, Katie, caught some nice bluefish on the sound today, Lola with a 20" and Katie with a 34"! Nice work! Emily and her crew caught some blues down in Hatteras, and Brian got a nice red off the surf here in Avon last night! Zach and Sabrina went up to Oregon Inlet and caught several sheepshead weighing up to 6.23lbs on sand fleas. Great fish, everyone! We have loads of fresh mullet in, and lots of bluefish and drum rigs. Come grab what you need to catch the big one! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop for rigs and more at https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/17/25

The wind has calmed and given way to calmer water, but most of the only reports we heard of fish today were on the piers, which were catching bluefish and some drum. Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) put his charter onto some nice blues, and Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) has been having some luck with reds along with blues. We have fresh shrimp available, frozen tuna belly for the drum, and a variety of other frozen bait, such as mullet and squid. Come in and grab what you need to catch the big one! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/16/2025

The drum are biting and the Nick's Custom Rods are flying out of here! Here is Kurt with his new 1205 that he picked up this afternoon. His lovely wife, Ann, decided Christmas would be in September this year. Best of luck to you, Kurt! Keep an eye out for the next Nick's Custom Rod delivery, it'll be coming soon.?We have heard of some sea mullet, small hand-sized pompano, blues, and drum out there. Looks like the wind is going to die down a good bit tomorrow.

Capt Joey VanDyke and his crew got plenty of nice blues and a slot drum. Give him a shout at captjoeyvandyke@gmail.com to get a trip booked!

As you're traveling up and down the island, you will notice some water on the road. Remember that it is SALTWATER and is not good for your vehicle or others! Please be kind and cautious if you are driving through any water. Slow down and do not splash others :)

We are open 6am-9pm. Come get stocked up or shop around at www.hatteras-island.com

#ctsfishing #ctsrods #nickscustomrods #avonnc #bluefish #drum #reddrum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/15/2025

Unfortunately, the wind kicked up a little too much today, and Rodanthe and Avon Piers shut down early. For those who headed up to Jenette's Pier, there were drum being caught. We also heard of a couple braving it out on the point today with a little luck. Although there wasn't much fishing going on, there were plenty of deliveries! We stocked up on Angler's Fish-N-Mate products, cigars, and what we've all been waiting for... 20' telescoping flag poles from The Surf Fishing Guy! You can snag one in-store or online! We can ship them or hold them in-store until you arrive if you purchase one online.

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We will be here until 9pm tonight, and will be back at 6am in the morning! #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/14/2025

The weather couldn't be any better! ?The drum sure like it though. They are being caught off the piers and the beach. Curtis and his wife, Pam, had good luck out at the point. Curtis with a nice 44" and a yearling drum. Dennis is catching them out at the pier, and Randy is getting in on it, too! We have heard of a few blues out there as well.

Earlier this week, when the sun was out, Captain Rick and his crew had some good luck with blues and some slot-sized drum. We've also heard of a few blues on the soundside as well this week.

Looks like the wind will continue into tomorrow, but start to die down on Tuesday throughout the rest of the week. We still have fresh mullet in the cooler and tuna belly in the freezer. We are stocked up on drum rigs and weights as well. Come and get geared up while the bite is on!

#reddrum #drum #drumfishing #freshmullet #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/13/25

The wind is still kicking, and the water is pretty rough; lots of 10 and 12oz weights going out. There was a good red drum bite at Avon Pier today, and some bluefish and flounder were reported in Buxton. We got some great pictures from the pier, including this gentleman's first citation drum, and several others over 40" that followed. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) had a great charter, loading up on blues and a limit of puppy drum. Nice work, everyone, and thanks for sharing! Not only do we have what you'll need to get out there and fish, but if the water is too rough for your liking, we've got some nice cigars to enjoy on the beach or at the house! Come check out our humidor! We stock cigars of all kinds, from the mellow smokes to robust, full-flavored cigars. We are open every day from 6am-9pm, and shop online with us and follow our fishing reports at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/12/25

It was a windy day today, and it still takes a lot of weight to hold out there. We heard of some red drum on the Avon Pier, bluefish up and down the beach, and some flounder and drum on the soundside. Joe caught a nice flounder today, and Matthew came in to weigh in his flounder. It weighed in at 6.09lbs and measured 23.25" Nice catches, guys! A more beautiful finger mullet arrived earlier this evening, and we have plenty of tuna belly as well to target the drum. Come see us; we are open every day from 6am-9pm, and follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/11/25

We started out today with a few showers and some clouds but it's cleared up some as the day has gone on. Wind is blowing pretty good, and lots of 6oz+ weights are going out the door. Today we've heard of a Spanish bite in Buxton, some red drum scattered through Avon and Buxton, blues up and down the island and some sea mullet. Soundside is producing bluefish, drum, and flounder. Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) had a good charter today, loading up on blues and catching and releasing several above slot drum. Nice work! A fresh load of finger mullet came in earlier today, and we got in some new Deerfield Fabrication products, too! The Deerfield 2.0 open-faced Sand Spikes and Deerfield sand spike holders are in! Come check 'em out in store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/deerfield-sand-spike-rack-mount-accessory/ https://hatteras-island.com/deerfield-open-face-2-0-sand-spike/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/10/25

It was a bleary and misty day today, but there were reports of drum here in Avon on the pier, in Rodanthe and up the beach. There are also some scattered bluefish out there as well as some sea mullet. Bait of choice has been mullet. We have plenty of fresh finger mullet in stock, as well as plenty of drum rigs ready to go! Come see us a t the shop and grab some. We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/9/2025

It was nice and windy out there today. We heard of a few sea mullet out there. Jenette's pier did well with drum today; Rodanthe pier caught a few, along with a couple of nice blues, and Avon pier had a couple today, too.

We just unloaded a few boxes of F&F apparel the other day. It's getting a little chilly out there with this NE wind, so come grab a hoodie! We also have plenty of Buffs to help keep that wind off your face. Come check them out or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/

We are still loaded up fresh mullet, shrimp, bloodworms, and more. Come see us! #reddrum #drum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/8/2025

Much windier out there today, as expected. We heard of a few drum on the piers, some blues, and sea mullet from the surf. Looks like tomorrow will be a repeat of today, with some possible showers throughout the day.

Come check out some of our current miscellaneous sales. We have a few Xtratufs, Huk shirts, and rain jackets on sale. We also have 14'4" flag poles on the way... 20 of them! You can grab one and a flag for $10 off before they are gone! Claim yours now at https://hatteras-island.com/the-surf-fishing-guy/

We got another 165lbs of mullet today! Come and get it! Open 6am-9pm

#xtratuf

FRESH MULLET IS HERE!! Come and see us from 6am-9pm!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/7/2025

What a day for Karl! He caught a 10lb 6oz flounder in the sound in Hatteras. David also had a great day with some nice bluefish. John caught a 17.5" flounder fishing with a lure today at ramp 55. These guys are going to have a great dinner tonight! Kenny and his crew caught a big ray on a light surf rod. It was a fun fight for these guys! We have heard of many blues up and down the island, some sea mullet, and some small hand-sized pompano.

We got in the last 10 of psychos_surf_fishing's new limited edition "The Sand Flea" rigs. These are the last 10 that will be available for a long time! Order them online at https://hatteras-island.com/ or come check them out in the shop.

We still have fresh mullet in stock, but it is going fast! Hopefully, we will get another load tomorrow so we can stock up before this windy week comes. We have a fridge full of shrimp and a freezer full of a variety of bait. Come see us from 6am-9pm daily!

#freshmullet #flounder #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/6/25

Another day with not too much wind, but a pretty good amount of fish. Once again, bluefish have been scattered around the island, as well as some flounder and pompano. Soundside has been producing some red drum inshore, flounder, and bluefish, with some speckled trout mixed in here and there. Our own Randy caught a nice 19" bluefish today on a finger mullet rig; Captain Frank Hopkins (Easy Going Charters) had a great day on the boat with Brad, who caught a 35 inch red on a light trout rod with a Penn 3000. Nice work!

We've got flounder rigs available, so come grab some and take advantage of flounder season while you can! We're open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us and follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/5/25

It's been a really nice day today; not so much wind and some good fishing! There are reports of Spanish Makerel, small pompano, bluefish and baby jacks today here in Avon off the beach, including some nice ones caught by Joe! We also have reports of blues, small pompano and some flounder scattered over the rest of the island. Jesse and his crew caught some nice blues and flounder here in Avon as well, and had some very nice words for our F&F staff, saying "Caught some blue fish and flounder throughout the day in the surf just across the street from the store! They are tearing up the fresh mullet we bought from you guys! Your staff have made our trip unforgettable! Thanks again!" Thank you, Jesse and family for stopping in. We appreciate your kind words, and we're glad we could help you all have a great time! We got in a big load of fresh cob mullet for the weekend, so come get 'em while they last! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/4/2025

It was beautiful outside today. The winds laid down a bit, and the sun was out! We had reports of blues, some small pompano and flounder, and a few Spanish this afternoon. Part of our Frank and Fran's crew, Stephanie and Randy, caught some nice fish today! They have been fishing at ramp 32 and catching blues on the bottom with mullet, and caught the Spanish with a pink/white stingsilver.

We got another load of mullet today, and while they are larger than what we had at the beginning of this week, it seems the blues don't mind! Come and get some before they are gone!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 9/3/25

Nice and sunny today, and wind calmed down some as the day went on. We have reports of flounder, small pompano and bluefish scattered about. Up in Rodanthe there have been some red drum being caught on the beach and pier. Jesse sent us some pictures of some catches on Rodanthe Pier, saying "Got a 30” Red and about 6 Blues this morning out on the pier of the Mullet we picked up from you guys! Thanks for the tips, bait, and Tackle!" Glad you caught some nice ones! Thanks for stopping in! We are restocked on a few items, Sinker Guy Sputniks and red Fishbite Bloodworms included! Come in and grab yours! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop online for Sinker Guy and Fishbites at https://hatteras-island.com/sinker-guy-sputnik-sinker/?searchid=165932&search_query=sinker+guy https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=fishbites

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/2/2025

A nice day out, but still windy and rough. Looks like it is going to calm down a bit tomorrow, and really die off on Wednesday. However, nice blues are being caught out there now, a few scattered puppy drum, sea mullet, and some flounder. We have all sorts of rigs for you to catch those bluefish, and even more than are pictured!

We are getting in new products almost daily. Check out some of the recent ones at https://hatteras-island.com/

We still have fresh cob and finger mullet, a perfect bait for the blues. We are also stocked up on shrimp, bloodworms, and a variety of frozen bait! We are open 6am-9pm daily. Come and see us!

#bluefish #freshmullet #fingermullet #cobmullet #flounder

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 9/1/2025

Another windy day out there today, but nice and sunny. We heard of blues and sea mullet today. Blues are being caught on bottom rigs with mullet for bait. We have seen a few false albacore caught over the past week or so. This one was caught on a surfboard with light tackle! The soundside produced some blues and puppy drum today.

We are waiting on a load of fresh mullet now. We will be loaded up by the morning! Don't forget we close at 5pm today. We will be back at 6am tomorrow. Come and see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/31/2025

It has been a nice day out, but windy. We heard of blues, sea mullet, and a few flounder today (which were released for tomorrow!) Flounder season opens tomorrow, 9/1, and lasts until 9/14. Get out there and get them while you can. Yesterday, Jimmy got a nice sea mullet just over 16". Unfortunately, we didn't get to weigh this one in, but it was likely a citation!

The soundside has been producing well. Lots of drum reported, many being over 40". James and his buddies went out with Capt Sam Bell with Tightlinez Charters and caught a nice 48" drum and a couple of slot size. Steve was out with Capt Frankie on Easy Going Charters and caught a 44" drum. They are out there, and our local guys can put you on 'em!

Come and see us from 6am-9pm, and don't forget to check out our sales at https://hatteras-island.com/

#seamullet #flounder #reddrum #bluefish #avonnc #hatterasisland #obxfishing

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/30/25

Today, we have reports of bluefish up and down the island, and some drum here and there from Buxton to the Tri-Villages. There are also some hand-sized pompano and some spot being caught all around. Captain Sam Bell (Tightlinez Charters) took out his boat and caught some nice drum and had a great dolphin show while fishing! Jeff sent in a picture of Clint, who caught a 24" blue on ramp 38 this week. Nice! Looks like the holiday weekend is shaping up to be pretty nice, if a touch windy, so come on in and grab what you need to get out there and fish! We are open every day from 6am-9pm. Grab your fresh mullet, ice, rigs, and more, and don't forget you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/29/25

Another beautiful day today, with reports of Spanish on the southern beaches, bluefish all over, and some drum in Buxton and the tri-villages. We also heard of small pompano scattered up and down the beach. Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) had a great charter; they caught a mess of Spanish and blues, with Captain Joey saying there was a lot of topwater action. Shelby sent in a picture of Jim and his crew and some nice blues they caught at ramp 43 today. We have plenty of sting silvers and topwater jigs in stock to catch those Spanish Makerel and nice blues that have been around, and lots of fresh mullet and bottom rigs for the drum! Come in and grab what you need in-store, open daily from 6am-9pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/28/25

The ocean calmed down some more today, and we have reports of bluefish scattered around the island, puppy drum and spot in Buxton, drum in Rodanthe last night and this morning, and blues, sea mullet and spot on the Avon Pier. Randy caught a bluefish yesterday on Ramp 38, and Captain Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) had a good charter with Brandon, Sam and Josh from Maine, catching blues and specks, and a blowtoad! Good work! We got in some more pairs of Xtratufs today, in a few styles and sizes! Stop in and check them out! We are open daily, from 6am-9pm, and you can shop for them on our website at https://hatteras-island.com/boots/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/27/25

We had a few short, pop-up showers here in Avon earlier this afternoon, but other than that, it's been a sunny and beautiful day. We have reports of bluefish on the surf and sound sides, along with some below-slot puppy drum on the sound side. We have also heard of a good-sized trout on the sound last night. Captain Sam Bell (Tightlinez Fishing Charters) put today's charter onto some blues and puppy drum, saying it was a "fun day with a great group of guys." Pretty work! We have fresh finger mullet and a few cobbs mixed in that came in earlier today, so grab some while it lasts! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRESH MULLET HAS ARRIVED!!! Anywhere from cob to finger size. Come and get 'em from 6am-9pm

#freshmullet #hatterasisland #freshbait #avonnc

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/26/2025

Warm out today, heard of some blues on ramp 38. On the Rodathe pier, some spot, Blues, also reported catching a 7.6 Lb Blue! Avon Pier has some sights of Blues, Croaker, and a small spot. On the sound, there has been some Blues, Drum, and some Gar that seem to be swimming through. Here we see a 46.6-inch Drum that was caught by Capt. Joey VanDyke. Nice job!

Speaking of sound fishing, don't forget to stop by and get yourself some Z-Man and Jig heads to conquer that sound! We are open from 6am-9pm!

#drum #fishing #blues #croaker

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/25/2025

Pretty Warm out there today, ocean swells seem to be calming down, opposed to the last couple of days. Heard of some Puppy Drum, Black Drum, and some Blues on Ramp 34. The Rodanthe pier has done well in the evenings, also.

Speaking of drum, we got some fresh Mullet in today to catch those beasts with. Come on by and get yourselves stocked up!

Don't forget to stop and check out our sweet deal on Flags and flagpoles. If you buy both a flag and a flagpole, you can save $10! We are open daily from 6am-9pm!

#mullet #flags #drum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/24/2025

Now that Hurricane Erin is gone, we are getting back to normal! We are OPEN 6am-9pm daily. As for fishing, it is still quite rough out there, but we have heard of some drum at the point and at ramp 43. We had reports of sea mullet at 43 as well. Looks like the wind will be dying down tomorrow, and be coming out of the SW. This is going to mean plenty of mosquitoes and likely biting flies! Come see us to get stocked up on your repellent. We have many choices, including Skeeter Beater, Adios Mo Skiots, Repel, Thermacells, and more! Come see them in-store or check out what we have in stock online at www.hatteras-island.com

#skeeterbeater #mosquitospray #thermacell #hatterasisland #hurricaneerin

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/18/2025

Well... not much to report today with many people headed north! We did hear of a nice slot-size speckled trout behind Avon, around big island. Other than that, it has been a slow and quiet day on the island.

Unfortunately, overwash will cause a mess for 12, we are all hoping for the best and for everything to reopen asap. But for now, you can keep an eye on drivenc.gov using the road cameras if you are curious about the road conditions. NCDOT NC 12 is also a good page to see them. As always, we will post as soon as we hear updates about reopening.

With all that being said, we will be shortening our hours tomorrow: OPEN 6am-5pm .

#hurricaneerin

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/17/2025

A nice day out there today, but with the storm on the way, unfortunately. Jerry did well on the pier, catching some nice blues! Captain Joey VanDyke had some success with a nice 30" drum and blues. Hopefully, this storm comes and goes without creating too much of a scene, and we can be back to business as usual soon.

Until then, those of you who need to air up to head off to the island tonight or in the morning are welcome to fill up here. Please give the compressor time to repressurize between airing up vehicles. It will kick off once it has had time to do this. We would appreciate it!

We will be OPEN tomorrow, 6am-9pm, and will continue to be open unless things get crazy! As always, we will post if our hours change.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/16/25

It's getting rougher out there! It's taking heavy weight (usually sputnik sinkers) to hold bottom. We have reports once again of bluefish scattered about on the ocean side, and some pompano down at Ramp 55. Soundside is producing some blues and red drum. Jim Price with Psycho Surf Fishing caught a 2.75lb pompano on Ramp 55, and Rick Black got a big 48" red last night back on the sound side! Nice work, guys! We are stocked up on sputnik sinkers, so if you're fishing in the next few days, come and get a few! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/15/25

Some heavy rains were scattered around this morning and afternoon, but it cleared up to be a pretty evening! Not too much to report today on ocean or soundside; just some bluefish here and there. Gretchen sent us a picture of some of her crew's catch of the day! Way to rock the F&F shirt, bud! Captain Joey VanDyke put a young fisherman on his charter (Fingeance Sportfishing) onto a speckled trout! Good catch! We've got fresh mullet for the weekend and plenty of fresh shrimp in stock! Come see us in store, open daily from 6am-9pm to grab some, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/14/25

The day started out pretty, but turned rainy and nasty this afternoon and evening. Before the rain came, we had reports of bluefish here in Avon and going all the way down to Hatteras, and some small flounder were caught and released in Hatteras. Our own Randy caught a bluefish this afternoon here in Avon, and Captain Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) had Haden and Joyya on board today and they caught some blues and puppy drum. Even though it's rainy, the fish don't care! If you'd still like to fish, stop in and check out our rain gear! We have everything from full rain suits to just jackets, and you can shop for them online, too! Come check out our selection in store from 6am-9pm daily, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=rain+jacket

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/13/25

We had a nasty start to the day with some heavy rain and rough thunderstorms, but the sun broke through and it ended up being very pretty! There were reports of blues last night in Avon, but as for today not much was reported after the rain. Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) put his charter onto some nice blues, and Captain Rick Scarborough did the same for his charter! Pretty work! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/12/2025

It sprinkled a little on and off today, creating a good bit of humidity ☔Yesterday, Kara and her family did well south of Avon Pier, catching spanish, blues, and a couple of sea mullet. Jessica was catching blues along with the puppy drum she caught yesterday in Buxton! This morning, Jim, owner of Psycho's Surf Fishing, caught a 3.96lb pompano at ramp 55 with a rig he is experimenting with! Captain Rick has been doing well with blues and a few puppy drum.

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/11/2025

The weather is warming up, and the SW wind is on the way and will be here for a few days. Jessica caught a nice puppy drum,her first, that was tagged in Buxton today! If you are interested in learning about what the tags are for, check out https://www.deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/marine-fisheries/science-and-statistics/fish-tagging-program#HowtoReportaTag-4394

There have been reports of spanish and blues in Frisco today, all on lures. We heard that some were caught in the morning, as well as at midday. We didn't hear of much going on in the sound today, but Captain Rick and his crew caught some blues and a nice spanish! They had never fished before, but after a quick lesson, they landed these fish on lures. Nice fish, everyone!

We loaded up on mullet this morning! We also have plenty of shrimp, bloodworms, and a variety of frozen baits in stock. Come and see us from 6am-9pm any day of the week.

#puppydrum #reddrum #obxfishing #hatterasisland #avonnc #freshmullet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/10/2025

A little sprinkle of rain here and there today, but overall a nice one! We heard of some small pompano, spot, and sea mullet today. There were also some blues and spanish this morning in Frisco. Oliver got in on the action and landed some nice fish!

We are stocked up on sting silvers/glass minnows to target those early morning spanish bites. Or, if getting up early and active style fishing isn't your thing, we have a variety of Fishbites in stock. They are the easiest bait out there and are productive as well.

We are stocked up on all baits except for fresh mullet. We are expecting that tomorrow afternoon. As always, we will post as soon as we get it in. Come and see us from 6am-9pm or check out our website anytime at www.hatteras-island.com.

#hookedonfanf #spanishmackerel #bluefish #fishbites #OBXFishing #FrankAndFrans #SurfFishing #OuterBanksFishing #AvonNC

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/9/25

Still rough out there on the water today, but it seems to be calmer than yesterday. Other than a few bluefish scattered around and some small pompano and spot, not much has been reported today on the ocean or soundside. Over the last few days, Coleman has caught some spot, pompano, and trout in Avon and Frisco! Nice fish, dude! And nice F&F hat, too! ? (if anyone is interested in Coleman's hat or any of our other headwear, check them out on our website! https://hatteras-island.com/headwear/ ) Captain Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) put Davis and Karen onto a limit of bluefish and some puppy drum! Good work! We are open daily from 6am-9pm in store, and you can follow us online 24/7 at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/8/25

Not many fishing reports to speak of today, but yesterday it looks like Captain Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) took out Derek, Kyle, Andrew and Jane and they limited out on bluefish while casting lures! Pretty work!

It's Friday, so we get to announce the winner of this week's Kid's Fishing Tournament! Mason (6yrs) caught a 20.5” bluefish, and his brother Christian (4yrs) was the runner up with a 17” blue! Great job, guys! Mason, come grab your prize anytime we're open! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/7/25

It's been increasingly windy today and mostly cloudy, and the water has been pretty rough. We've had word of sea mullet here in Avon today, but other than that, it's been mostly quiet. Soundside has had reports of puppy drum in the evenings and at night. Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) put his charter on some speckled trout! Nice work, guys! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can also follow us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 08/06/2025

It felt great outside today! Finally, a cup of coffee on the porch without sweating before taking a sip! We heard of blues out there today, along with a few sea mullet and pompano. Dial, Luanne, Emily, and Sam caught their limit of Speckled Trout and a few Bluefish with Captain Rick. Pretty work, y'all!

We have mullet on the way; it'll be here before the night is over. Come see us in the morning to stock up! We open at 6am.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/5/2025

Another beautiful day with reports of sea mullet, croaker, blues, and a few pompano out there today. Nick caught a nice pomp in the Frisco area on fishbites and was also having luck catching blues!

Reports from the sound were slow today, but we did hear of a few blues. Beth and her dad, Mark, did well with Captain Rick today with blues and one grey trout.

Something many of you have been waiting for arrived today... Angler's Fish-N-Mate 10 rod racks!! You can reserve yours on our website now with FREE in-store pickup, or have it shipped to you (shipping costs apply)!

?LINK: https://hatteras-island.com/surf-mate-692-10-rod-cooler-rack

We are waiting on another load of mullet to be delivered right now; it should be here before we close tonight! As for now, we are stocked up on all other baits, including shrimp, bloodworms, tuna belly, squid, and more! Come see us from 6am-9pm.

#anglersfishnmate #pompano #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/4/2025

It felt amazing outside today with a good breeze, which will let up some tomorrow. We have enjoyed this break from the heat and humidity! We have heard of some sea mullet, blues, and croaker out there. There have also been a few drum caught at Jennette's Pier.

As we get into the fall, make sure you are ready for when the drum start biting! Because as we've seen this weekend, it could be at anytime with the right conditions. We are currently stocked up on some of your favorite drum fishing gear. It may not last long, though, once the fish start biting!! Come and get stocked up so you can get right on the fish!

CUSTOM RODS: https://hatteras-island.com/custom/ CONVENTIONAL REELS: https://hatteras-island.com/conventional-reels/ SPINNING REELS: https://hatteras-island.com/spinning-reels/ RIG SUPPLIES/TACKLE: https://hatteras-island.com/tackle/ SANDSPIKES: https://hatteras-island.com/nets-rakes-spikes/

You can order anything you need from our website with free shipping above $75 (excluding oversized items). The only things we do not ship are coolers and custom rods, but you can always choose FREE in-store pickup!

Come and see us from 6am-9pm daily!

#reddrum #bluefish #seamullet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/3/2025

Still very windy out there today, with few reports coming from the ocean side. Mason and Christian headed over to the soundside today and caught some nice blues! They are in the lead for the kids' fishing tournament this week. Pretty work, boys!

Luke and his family had a great week with plenty of blues, spanish, croaker, mullet, and a few small pomps. Looks like they had a good dinner!

It is going to continue to be breezy tomorrow, but calming down a bit into Tuesday. This NE wind has cooled it down a lot, and it looks like the weather will remain in the upper 70s to lower 80s for a couple of days.

Come see us from 6am-9pm daily or online at www.hatteras-island.com!

#hatterasisland #blues #spanishmackerel #pompano

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 8/2/2025

The good news is that it was much cooler today. The bad news is that the strong NE winds made the conditions on the surf pretty tough. We did not hear of any fish caught on the surf. Tomorrow will be more of the same. Don't be afraid to give soundside fishing a try. Stop in and we can set you up with gear for fishing the sound. Crabbing can also be a fun soundside activity.

Joey Vandyke, @fingeancefishing, had a good day on the sound as the drum like the rough water.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 8/1/25

Happy beginning of August! It's been a good day for fishing, with reports of croaker and sea mullet scattered about the oceanside, along with some blues, and here in Avon, some pretty nice pompano! There are reports of a few puppy drum and speckled trout on the soundside. The Casey and Powell families from Norfolk and Virginia Beach caught numerous pompano on Ramp 38 today, including one that was a citation. Sand fleas have been the bait of choice for pompano. We carry frozen sand fleas in shop, and also sand flea rakes to catch your own! We have lots of sand flea rakes in stock in several price ranges. Shop with us in store, open daily from 6am-9pm, or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=sand+flea+rake. ?We also restocked on Korker's today! These comfortable shoes and flip flops will have you fishing in style and are also available in store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=korkers

And last but not least, we get to announce the winner of this weeks kids fishing tournament! Pictured prevoiously this week, Cooper Bennett wins this weeks tournament with a 34" red drum! Nice job, Cooper! Come in to the shop anytime we're open to pick up your prize!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 7/31/25

It's already the last day in July, and it went out with a breeze, but it's still pretty hot out. Today on the ocean side we have reports of small pompano scattered about, a bluefish and Spanish bite here in Avon this morning, and some sea mullet down at Hatteras Inlet. Soundside is still producing speckled trout, blues and puppy drum. Captain Joey VanDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) and his charter had a great day of catching bluefish; Captain Rick Scarborough (Speck-Tackler) put his charter onto some blues, speckled trout, and a cobia! Jim Price (Psycho Surf Fishing), Adam and Steve caught some nice sea mullet this morning down in Hatteras. Pretty work, everyone, and thanks for sharing! The sun has been brutal out there, so make sure you carry some sunscreen, and if you need it, aloe vera! We carry both, and much more in-store (open daily from 6am-9pm) and online at our website, www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 7/30/25

Not sure if the heat ever ends! Another hot one today, with reports up and down the beach of small pompano, some small flounder that were caught and released, and blues and Spanish around Avon this morning. Captain Joey VanDyke of Fingeance Sportfishing has been having some great charters, putting them onto red drum, blues, Spanish mackerel, and albacore. Jim Price of Psycho Surf Fishing took his grandson Lucas out to Ramp 55 today and Lucas got a 2lb 8oz pompano, using softshell crab as bait and the Legs and Eggs rig. We also got a picture from up the beach, Eric with a small Cobia caught in South Nags Head! Thanks for sharing the photos, everyone! We just got in a great new design on our shirts (featured in the pictures below!) Check them out in store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/apparel/?fbclid=IwY2xjawL3iGhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFIeDRyMzAyT3hwYlRpYWFLAR7_zrSFaO462wrzJw4AUr-Z0lanN-rRBHs5E3De2Lb6nt0TMUq4DF6-9PO0bg_aem_XvHrhWksUMa0OOhR-Y-UkA

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/29/2025

It was a hot one out there today with not much of a breeze! We heard of a few croaker out there today, but reports were slow. Morning and evenings have definitely been better for fishing since it is a little cooler. Captain Joey Vandyke on the Fingeance did well with blues and spanish today!

We have a BRAND NEW apparel design coming soon! It has been delivered, and we will be unboxing it tomorrow morning. It will be on the website sometime tomorrow and will be available to purchase online at www.hatteras-island.com, or come check it out in-store.

Plenty of new stuff coming in daily, but an exciting one for today is the Team Daiwa 8' rod. This rod throws 1-4oz, making it a great lure rod, and it will even allow you to throw some lightweight and bait. It is super light in the hands, but made with quality materials, so not only are you getting a sensitive rod, but a durable one too.

We got another load of mullet in today and stocked up on our other baits as well. Come see us from 6am-9pm any day of the week!

#teamdaiwa #daiwa #apparel #hatterasisland #surfrod #spanishmackerel #bluefish

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/28/2025

Another nice day out there, but hot! Fishing has been much more productive in the early morning or evening when it is a little cooler outside and the sun isn't blaring! Adam caught some nice pompano again today, both on the Psycho's Surf Fishing Legs and Eggs rig. Inshore charters did well with blues, speckled trout, spanish, and puppy drum. Captain Rick and Captain Joey VanDyke both put their crews on the fish.

We can get you set up with what you need to catch these spanish and pompano while they're here and the water is clear! We have got plenty of lures, including Hopkins, sting silvers/glass minnows, diamond jigs, and more in stock for the spanish. And a variety of rigs that are great for the pompano, including Psycho's Surf Fishing rigs, which you can check out on our website at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho

Come see us from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. We are your one-stop shop for everything fishing, cigars, ice, and more!

#bluefish #spanishmackerel #pompano #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/27/2025

Another nice day out there, with plenty of sunshine and humidity! We heard of some nice spanish out there today, and a few small flounder. If you're looking for a charter, Captain Joey VanDyke can put you on the fish! Call him at 252-475-0402, email him at captjoeyvandyke@gmail.com, or check him out online at outerbanksfishing.org!

Our t-shirt has been spotted in Gloucestershire, VA! We love seeing our merchandise being worn all around! Ronnie got some nice mullet in Frisco yesterday on fleas, and Adam got a nice pomp this morning. Something different for the report today, a sennet. You never know what will bite your hook! Pretty work, y'all!

Can you spot the shark in the sky? It's the end of shark week, but there are still plenty in the water. Come see us, and we can get you hooked up with what you need.

We are open 6am-9pm daily and can get you stocked up on anything you need! Bait, tackle, ice, cigars, or maybe even a new wardrobe! ?

#spanishmackerel #sharkweek #cigars

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/26/2025

It's been a hot one today! Heard of some Croaker, Blues, Pompano, and Drum on the soundside, and sharks down at ramp 32.

Here we see Cooper Bennet with a really nice 34" Drum. Awesome job, buddy! Next, we see Brian Sorrell, owner of Deerfield Fabrication And Welding LLC and his son with a citation Pompano.

As the weather seems to be getting hotter and hotter, why not stock up on some Sunbum? Come on in and stock up. You can also order them online at https://hatteras-island.com/sunbum-face/?searchid=157469&search_query=Sun+Bum

We are open daily from 6am-9pm! #fishing #citation #sunbu

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 7/25/25

It's been sunny and hot out there today, and the water has calmed a bit more from the last couple of days. Today we have reports of sea mullet and spot down in Frisco, some blues and croaker in Buxton, croaker here in Avon, and some pompano down on ramp 55. Soundside is still producing red drum, speckled trout, and blues, with a better chance at a bite in the evening and at night. Brian Sorrell of Deerfield Fabrication and Welding (Check out Brian's Deerfield products in our shop or on our website! https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=deerfield) and his crew caught a nice pompano today on Ramp 55, and our own Randy caught a small shark on Ramp 32 this evening!

We are restocked on Ninja Tackle rigs and rods, so come in and grab some here at our shop, open daily from 6am-9pm, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=ninja

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 7/24/25

Today has been partly cloudy on and off here in Avon and the ocean has been pretty rough once more, but seems to be taking just a little less weight to hold than yesterday (today seems to be 5oz and up rather than 8 and 10!) We have some reports of croaker and bluefish scattered around the island on the ocean side, with blues, speckled trout and drum on the soundside. Captain Joey VandDyke (Fingeance Sportfishing) sent in a picture from his charter where they got some nice bluefish! Nice work! You can come see us in store daily from 6am-9pm, and you can follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/23/2025

Nice and sunny today, but rough ocean conditions. Everybody was stocking up on sputniks from The Sinker Guy! The only reports we had today were croakers up and down the island, and plenty of them.

Captain Rick has been doing well catching spanish, blues, puppy drum, and speckled trout. Pictured are a couple of his charters this past week! Pretty work y'all!

We are open 6am-9pm daily and are stocking up on new products on most days! Come see us and check out what we have to offer.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/22/2025

We have a few nice fish to report today! There have been a few pompano, including Tammy's 2.66lb citation, at ramp 55. We also heard some nice spanish caught at ramp 38 this morning. The sound has been producing some speckled trout and bluefish, plus a few puppy drum.

Captain Joey VanDyke has been on it with some drum, some over citation size (40")! He has also been catching plenty of specks and blues. Call him at 252-475-0402, email him at captjoeyvandyke@gmail.com, or check him out online at outerbanksfishing.org!

We got mullet in this afternoon, but it is going pretty quick. Come and get 'em! Check out our BlacktipH sale instore or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=blacktip

#reddrum #freshmullet #pompano #blacktiph #fishingcharters #bluefish #speckledtrout

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/21/2025

Hot and humid out there today! And then this afternoon, we had some rain to add to it! Reports remain about the same with plenty of croaker, some sea mullet and small flounder, a few pompano, spanish, and blues! We have also had reports of speckled trout, puppy drum, and blues in the sound.

Lindsey and Trevor got a nice 43" drum in the sound yesterday! Beautiful fish, y'all. Captain Stu is at it again with some speckled trout and blues. Give him a call to get a trip: info below!

Unfortunately, we did not get any mullet tonight, but we should be loading up sometime tomorrow! We are stocked up on all other baits and have plenty to get you out there and catching fish. We are open 6am-9pm daily, come and see us.

#reddrum #bluefish #speckledtrout

☀️GOOD MORNING HATTERAS ISLAND!

It’s a beautiful day here in Avon, NC, with warm temps and a steady west wind blowing across the island. That breeze feels nice, but it’s bringing the biting flies with it! ? Don’t let them ruin your beach time or fishing trip — be sure to pack your Thermacells and spray on the Skeeter Beater to stay comfortable and bite-free. Forgot to pack them? Stop on in and we'll get you geared up!??

? Fishing’s heating up all over the island — anglers are reeling in: ? Croaker ? Spanish mackerel ? Bluefish ? And some nice pompano down in Hatteras! ? Don't forget the sound side with blues, pups and speckled trout!

Whether you're surfcasting or hitting the pier, now's the time to get out there and enjoy it. ??

Tag us in your catches and stay safe out there! ?☀️ #AvonNC #OBXFishing #HatterasIsland #BeachLife #Thermacell #SkeeterBeater #BitingFliesBeware

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/20/2025

It has been a warm one out there today, breeze out of the southwest around 15-20mph. Here in Avon, we have heard of an abundance of croaker, a few blues, and some sea mullet mixed in. Buxton reported the same. Seems the water is clearer once you hit the south beaches, as we heard of a few pompano, blues and spanish from Frisco into Hatteras. For those wanting to tangle with sharks, we have been getting steady reports of spinners, blacktips, sandtigers, and a few hammerheads mixed in at night. Discovery Channel's Shark Week starts tonight if you want to watch some cool videos. Michele caught some nice pompano fishing down south on her Ninja Dagger using a Frank & Fran's Sand Flea Imposter rig and Ez - Flea Fishbites. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/19/2025

Quite a warm day today, with a bit of breeze. There have been reports of Spot, Croaker, Sea Mullet, and Sharks.

Don't forget that when you head out, your beverages and food need to stay cool. And we have the perfect thing for you! Don't forget to stop in one day to check out our assortment of Orca, Calcutta, Igloo, and Playmate Coolers. We are open from 6am-9pm!

#coolers #warm

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/18/25

It's been a hot one with a steady SW wind in the upper teens. Once we get to Monday, the wind flips North then E and NE the rest of the upcoming week, which should lead to good fishing. Today was fairly slow. More Sheepshead on the Bonner bridge. On the beach here in Avon, we heard of decent shark fishing with some groups getting several and others getting skunked. During the daylight hrs, it's been mainly small spot, croaker, and a few small blues. The soundside has been a little slow as well, with scattered blues and trout. Steven caught a few spanish on the beach. Marco caught his 1st pompano along with his award-winning smile. Karson found a few bailer Mahi and found his new Sord knife made short work of them. https://hatteras-island.com/sord-fishing-products-knives/?searchid=155920&search_query=sord We are here daily from 6am-9pm daily

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/17/25

Its been a sunny but pretty windy day here on the island. The wind has made fishing pretty hard. We did hear of a few sheepshead up on the Bonner. The Rodanthe area had some croaker and few bluefish. Here in Avon we had lots of croaker. Avon pier had spanish and blues last night. The sound side is still doing well with blues and some trout after sunset. The surf is still seeing sharks at night, although the past 2 nights have been a bit slower. Capt Joey Van Dyke on the Fingeance had a nice catch of blues, some trout and a few puppy drum. We got a nice restock of ES Lures. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/16/2025

The sun wasn't blazing today, and we had some overcast clouds. We had reports of croaker, sea mullet, spot, small pompano, and small flounder scattered around Avon. There have also been some puppy drum, blues, and speckled trout in the sound. Morning and evening have been best for that.

If you're looking for some custom flies or an inshore charter, check out Captain Stu's Fly Fishing Service. He is located here in Avon, sells his hand-tied flies, and does charters. Take a look at his information in the photo above.

Colton was catching a few spot and croaker today! Nice work!

We got another load of fresh mullet in today and are stocked up on all other baits. Come and see us from 6am-9pm!

#bluefish #speckledtrout #flyfishing #freshmullet #freshbait

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/15/2025

The weather was decent for most of the day, minus the downpour midday. Similar reports to yesterday. A ton of croaker, a few sea mullet and blues, and some blues and Spanish on gotcha plugs at the pier. Of course, some sharks and rays are out there as well. We also had some reports of blues in the sound.

Buddy and his friend caught some nice drum in the ponds in Avon this past week! Mike got a nice bluefish in the sound yesterday morning, and Captain Rick and crew did well with some blues, speckled trout, and a nice drum. Pretty work, y'all!

We are still getting new products in daily, it's like Christmas in July!! Come check out the variety of things we have to offer. Even if you aren't a fisherman, we might have something for you! We are here 6am-9pm daily or online at www.hatteras-island.com

#reddrum #bluefish #speckledtrout #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/14/2025

It was a beautiful day out there with little wind and some decent reports. We heard of some nice sea mullet at ramp 32, Spanish being caught at 38 this morning, lots of croaker, a few spot, and small flounder. We also had reports of some speckled trout and blues on the soundside.

Grey got a nice sheepshead spearfishing out there today! Pretty work!

Our Nick's Custom Rods were just delivered, and they are already flying out of here! If you are interested in a particular one and want to make sure your name is on it, you can purchase it on our website at https://hatteras-island.com/custom/ and choose in-store pickup. We will hold the rod for you until you are in town!

We also loaded up on fresh mullet today! Come and see us, we are here 6am-9pm daily.

#cts #ctsrods #nickscustomrods #sheepshead #spearfishing #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/13/2025

Hot today with very little to no wind, and a whole lot of humidity. Heard of some Spanish at ramp 38, croaker, seamullet, sharks on the beach. Bluefish and speckled trout on the soundside. The weather looks good for Spanish mackerel and bluefish for the rest of the week.

We are stocked up on shore lures and ES lures.

We are now carrying flag poles, and have a great selection of ArmedForcess flags, American flags, and Frank and Fran's flags.

Here we see our own RT posing in the picture of our newly stocked Nick's custom rods. Don't forget to come down and pick out a rod! We have CTS, 1306, 1305, 1304, 1205, and spinning 1205's. We are open daily from 6am-9pm! #fish #nickscustomrods #flags #flagpoles

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/12/2025

Hot today with no wind, and brief showers. There have been Spanish, and some Blues in Avon. There have also been reports of Pompano, and Blues in Hatteras. Sharks in Avon at night in the surf. Puppy Drum, and Blues in the soundside as well.

!NEW PRODUCT IN! Don't forget to pick up one of your own Frank and Fran's shirts! You can also buy them off our website at www.hatteras-island.com

We are open daily from 6am-9pm! Don't forget to stop to get everything you need to catch that next big fish! #fishing #apparel #fish

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT 7/11/25 Its been a warm day with a NW wind. Fishing has been a bit slow, unless you're into croaker. Here in Avon we heard of croaker, a few nice sea mullet and scattered bluefish. Also the shark fishing has been pretty good here in Avon. Buxton reported more of the same. Hatteras had more blues and croakers. The sound side has been the best of it with blues, trout and puppy drum. Axel caught a STUD sea mullet at 18.5" We just got a Turtlebox restock, they rock. Fresh mullet just hit the deck as well. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/10/25

It's been a warm one with a southwest breeze; it looks like it may rain later. Here in Avon, we've heard of croaker, blues, and mullet. Down in Hatteras, we've received reports of blues, Spanish, and a few pompano. The sound side continues to produce blues, trout, and puppy drum, especially at night. Levi and Waylon tag-teamed to catch this 48" drum, great job fellas. Capt Rick had a good charter, with a limit of trout. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 7/9/2025

We have had sunshine, but some pretty rough surf out there today, and it's been difficult to hold bottom. Sputnik sinkers https://hatteras-island.com/sinker-guy-sputnik-sinker/?searchid=153900&search_query=sputnik seem to be the weight of choice today. There are reports of LOTS of croaker scattered around on the ocean side, along with some bluefish heard of here in Avon and in Frisco, along with some scattered sharks. Soundside has been producing some puppy drum, blues, and speckled trout, with the best bite for pups and blues being at night. Captain Sam Bell of Tightlinez charters had a succesful day pulling in some puppy drum. Tommy sent in apicture of Rocco with a nice bluefish from Monday night, and Captain Joey VanDyke of Fingeance Sportfishing had a good charter, getting some blues and trout, and Brad got a nice Spanish this morning! Come see us here at the shop! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/8/2025

Another nice breezy day with reports of sea mullet and croaker on the surf side and bluefish on the soundside. Sean hooked up with a nice shark this morning by the Avon pier. Captain Rick and his crew did well with some blues, Spanish, and puppy drum.

Looks like the wind is going to calm down slightly for tomorrow with low chances for rain. You can't catch 'em on the couch! Come and see us to get rigged up so you can head out there. We are open 6am-9pm and getting new items in daily. You can check them out in-store or at www.hatteras-island

#sharkfishing #puppydrum #bluefish #spanishmakerel

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/7/2025

Nice and sunny today with a good breeze and plenty of humidity. We had reports of croaker, spot, and sea mullet out there today, with a few blues here and there. Of course, plenty of sharks out there as well. The soundside had some croaker as well and a few blues. Cole and his crew turned their tuna belly into spinner shark for the grill! Nice work!

Looks like it's still gonna be a little windy out there tomorrow, but the rain is going to hold off for another day. We are stocked up on The Sinker Guy sputnik sinkers that can help you hold a little better out there with the wind and current. We can also show you some options for heavier setups that would allow you to hold more weight in the rougher conditions.

The sound has also been productive with bluefish and speckled trout in the evening and into the night. We can get you set up with a bottom rig and some fresh mullet, so you can head out there!

We have added another Psycho Surf Fishing Rig to the line-up, and they are going pretty fast! Check out the new voodoo shrimp at https://hatteras-island.com/psycho-s-surf-fishing-ghost-shrimp-float-rigs-rattler-voodoo-updating

We are open from 6am-9pm. Come see us!

#spinnershark #sinkerguy #bluefish #croaker #spot

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/6/2025

A little rainy today with a bit of wind. Reports of Blues and Spanish on the Avon pier. Speckled Trout in the sound at night, along with some blues. We also heard of some Spinner and Blacktip sharks in Avon on ramp 38. There have been scattered sea mullet and croaker up and down the island.

We received some nice pictures of some Bluefish that were caught in the surf! Nice fish, y'all!

Since it's raining, mosquitoes will start coming out more and more, so don't forget to stock up on some Skeeter Beater https://hatteras-island.com/mos-obx-skeeter-beater-updating/?searchid=153179&search_query=skeeter+beeter

We are open daily from 6am-9pm. Come see us to get stocked up on bait and tackle, so you can get in on the action! #Fish #Skeeterbeater #mosquitorepellent #bluefish

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/5/2025

Beautiful weather this morning, followed by some mild on-and-off showers. In Avon, we've heard of Sharks, Blues, Spanish, Pompano, followed by Trout on the sound side. Down in Hatteras, we've heard of a few Pompano, including a 4# 15 ounce caught on a Psycho Rig https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho

Here, we see Ruby and her family catching some nice Blues and some Spanish. Next, we have Jonathan holding up a good-sized Trout on the soundside. Capt. Rick took Doug and Patrick and caught a citation Spec and a nice 56.6-pound Cobia!

It looks like our gear has made it to Georgia! John sent in a picture, saying "A long way from OBX, but still wearing our Frank & Fran's gear bass fishing in GA!" Make sure to stock up while you can! We are open daily from 6am-9pm! #fishing #gear

Frank & Fran's Kid's Fishing Tournament - Big thanks to @thesurffishingguy for being a tournament sponsor!

We announced our winners for this week but we have lots of great photos from other young anglers to share.

Warren Miller, Age 12, caught 21 fish this week. He fished in the surf, sound and off the pier. He caught a wide variety: Pig Fish, Spot, Blues, Lizard fish, Whiting, Drum, Flounder, and Pin Fish. He went out with Patrick Kurtz on Last Cast Charter in Hatteras and caught some Drum & Blues. His biggest fish this week was caught on the charter, a 30” Red Drum. His largest catch from the beach was an 11.5” Blue Fish. that he landed using a Top/Bottom Rig and shrimp for bait. Love that smile!

Aria Kroner, age 12, landed three speckled trout today. Her largest was 19”. Way to go Aria!

Our kid's fishing tournament runs from Sunday to Friday each week between now and September 5th. Stop in, grab a copy of the rules, parents sign the rules and kids flash us a big smile, go catch some fish and send us your pics! It is that easy and lots of fun! #thesurfishingguy

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/4/25 HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY !!! It's been a pretty day here on the island; humidity has finally decided to give us a break. Here in Avon we hear the water is clear and there have been a few spanish, croaker and flounder. Down in Buxton we heard of spanish and blues at sunrise. Pyshco Jim of https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho caught a nice citation sea mullet and he claims it was because of his lucky Frank and Frans towel, he might be on to something https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-mojo-bait-towel/?searchid=152384&search_query=towel Kevin and his family had a good week catching hammerheads, rays, blues and spanish. Alex found a nice shark last night. Capt Rick on the Speck-tackler had a nice catch of blues yesterday. We close at 4pm today, some come on and get stocked up. #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS KIDS TOURNAMENT RESULTS Hard to believe it's another week gone this summer, but the kids are still putting in work!!! Lots of good entries this week, thank you for that. This week Karis takes home the win in the Junior Angler slot with a stud 29" bluefish caught on the sound side. Excellent work. Channing notches the win in the senior bracket, thats the 8-12 yr olds. He caught a pretty 16-inch speckled trout. Nice work, everyone love having this many entrees. Next weeks tournamet starts tomorrow, get those kiddos signed up. Winners stop by the shop and claim your prizes!!!!

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 7/3/25

The day started out with some rain and thunder, which has since moved on, and it's been a nice day. This morning saw a flurry of blues on most of the island. Sharks seemed to have chewed pretty good last night here in Avon. The beach here in Avon has reported steady action on croaker, along with a few sea mullet. The soundside is still doing well with blues, drum, and trout, esp for those fishing at night. Cody found himself a nice 75" blacktip first thing this morning here in Avon. David and Parker caught some of those blues this morning. So did Rudy and family. Capt Joey Van Dyke out of Hatteras Harbor found blues and trout for his charter. We are here daily from 6am-9pm, except tomorrow we will close @4pm to celebrate the 4th. We are always open @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/2/2025

What started off as a beautiful, windy day became a whole evening of storms. Reports of Blues, Croaker, Drum, Sea mullet, Spanish, and spot.

Here we see Ruby's family catching a nice Bluefish off the surf. Next, we see Ryan with some nice Spanish. Capt. Joey VanDyke and his crew caught a mess of Blues, trout, Drum, Spanish, and Specks!

Dont forget we open from 6am-9pm daily for all your fishing needs! #Blues #Drum #Spanish #Trout #Seamullet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 7/1/2025

Pretty warm today with a bit of a gust. Reports of Croaker, Blues, Drum, Spot, Sea mullet, and Sharks.

Capt. Rick took the Drayer family out and caught some nice Blues and some Drum.

Don't forget to stock up on some Tuna Belly, Whole Squid, and some Shark rigs. We are open daily from 6am-9pm! #blues #drum #shark

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/30/2025

Hot one today, with a bit of a gust. Reports of Croaker, Sea mullet, Spanish, Spot, and lots of Sharks.

Here we see Justin with a pretty Mackeral that he caught between Ramp 34 and Avon Pier. Capt. Rick and his crew also caught a mess of Bluefish today!

Don't forget to get stocked up with some of our assortment of Fishbites as well. We are open daily from 6am-9pm!

#hookedonfanf #Mackeral #Bluefish #Fishbites

FRANKA ND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/29/25

It has been another warm day but less humid, the breeze has been out of the SW around 15mph. On the Northern beaches, we heard of a few spanish, blues, croaker, spot, and sea mullet. Last night, there were several spinners and blacktips caught here in Avon. Avon Pier had sharks, blues, and croakers. Down in Frisco we heard of spot and croaker. The sound side continues to produce trout, blues and drum, with better results at night. Sammie caught a very nice spot down on Frisco Beach. We got a fresh cigar restock, with a new additions. We are here daily from 6am-9pm daily and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/28/25

Another hot day today, with a steady southwest breeze. Heard of some Spot, Croaker, Blues being caught in Rodanthe. Very few Spanish in Avon this morning, along with a few Sea Mullet and spinner Sharks. The sound side here in Avon is still producing trout, blues and puppy drum, nighttime has been the right time back there.

With trout season coming up this July 1, make sure to come in and get stocked up on some Z-mans https://hatteras-island.com/z-man-diezel-minnowz/?searchid=0&search_query=Z-man and some trout eyes https://hatteras-island.com/z-man-redfish-eye/?searchid=0&search_query=Z-man We are open from 6am-9pm daily. #zman #trout

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/27/25

We cooled down today from yesterday, the heat index only hit 107 deg. There have been a few fish to catch, but it's mainly a sunrise, sunset, and nighttime bite. We heard of spanish and blues here in Avon this morning. During the day, it has mainly been small croaker with a few sea mullet mixed in. Down in Hatteras, we got reports of a few pompano. The inlet water temp was 89 deg today. The soundside at night is still doing well with drum and blues. Oceanside at night we are hearing of more and more sharks. We have Chase with a cool lookdown. Joe, with some nicer bluefish, believe he is in Duck. Capt Rick keeps finding the spanish and blues. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open @ www.hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/25/25 If ya like well done, today was the day for you. It's been hot, humid, and there's been a very light breeze. We have heard of spot, croaker, and a few Spanish here in Avon. Frisco reported much of the same. Hatteras had some pompano as well as blues. Curtis caught a nice 2# 8oz pomp down at 55, yep it was caught on a Psycho rig, https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho+rig. Capt. Rick Scarborough on the Speck-Tackler caught a mess of blues and a nice summer-time cobia. It's been hot, but there are fish to be caught, fish you low light conditions, sunrise and sunset, and see your catch rate go up. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 6/24/25

It was a hot one out there today! We had reports of some sea mullet and small flounder being caught oceanside, soundside has had reports of puppy drum at night and some blues and trout during the day. Today we weighed in a nice citation sea mullet, and Jim and his crew caught and released quite a few flounder and caught some sea mullet as well! Declan also shared a pic of a bluefish lsnded yesterday. Popular rigs have been our Buck Naked rig (great for sea mullet; it has a larger hook gap to use sand fleas as bait!)https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-double-drop-bottom-rig-updating/?searchid=148208&search_query=buck+naked and the plain Nude Dude rig is great to use with Fishbites! Stop in and grab some rigs and bait! We are open daily from 6am-9pm and always available online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/23/2025

It was a hot one out there today! We have heard of lots of croaker and a few sea mullet on the Surf side today, and some speckled trout in the sound. Speckled trout will finally be opening soon, on July 1st, with a slot limit of 14-20 inches with one fish over 26", and a total bag limit of 3 fish per day per angler.

Adam caught a pretty pompano in Hatteras at ramp 55, and Rick got a 29.5" speckled trout on his boat today! Nice work y'all

Our Koozie made its way to Killarney, Ireland, with Jason and his crew! Come in and check out our Frank and Frans koozies; we have a variety of types and colors to choose from.

We are open from 6am-9pm daily! #Pompano #Speckledtrout #Koozies

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/22/2025

Hot and beautiful today with a slight breeze. There have been reports of Spanish, Blues, Mullet, Croaker, and Flounder on the oceanside. We have also heard of a 4-lb Pompano in Buxton.

Ronnie caught some nice Sea Mullet today. Capt. Rick and his crew caught some Puppy Drum on the boat today, and James caught a pretty nice Flounder as well.

Seems like it's going to be a beautiful week ahead with plenty of sunshine, we're stocked up on sunscreen, so come check out our variety. We are open daily from 6am-9pm! #hookedonfanf #fishing #sunscreen

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/21/2025

It's been pretty warm, and the water's clear! Perfect day to use some stingsilvers for spanish and blues, some rattle rigs, and some Frank & Frans Double drop bottom rigs for pompano.

We've heard of some Sea mullet scattered around out there, and the Avon pier has had some Spanish cut through today too! There have been some blues, puppy drum, and flounder caught on the soundside as well. Don't forget, we are open daily from 6am-9pm, so come in one day.. You can also shop online at www.hatteras-island.com!

#Seamullet #Puppydrum

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/18/2025

It was another beautiful day on the island! We had several reports of croaker, sea mullet, and small flounder up and down the island. The blues were still eating up the fresh mullet for Michael today, and Caleb got a little cobia out there! Captain Frankie with Easy Going Charters had several successful trips this week, and Captain Rick and his crew caught some nice puppy drum. Come in and see us, and we can get you hooked up with the information to get on a local charter!

Looks like the wind is going to pick up some throughout the day tomorrow, with some possible scattered thunderstorms in the evening. But the weatherman is wrong half of the time, so who knows?! We will see what conditions are like in the morning, but if the ocean gets rough, we have plenty of Sinker Guy sputnik sinkers to help hold bottom. Or... we can get you rigged up for the soundside!

We will be here 6am-9pm tomorrow and are stocked up on bait. We continue to get orders in daily, and right now we are waiting on the much-needed F&F apparel! As always, we will post when we restock on everything, so keep an eye out. For now, you can check out what we have in stock for apparel and all other awesome things we carry at www.hatteras-island.com!

#freshmullet #shrimp #bloodworms #bluefish #cobia #puppydrum #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/16/2025

Today started a little rainy, but it turned out to be a sunny day with plenty of humidity. We had reports of croaker, a few spot, and scattered sea mullet and blues on the oceanside. Pictured are Jeff, Sophia, and Emily with some awesome bluefish they caught today! Next, Michael and his family caught some blues in Carova today on our fresh mullet!

We loaded up on fresh mullet today, along with all of our other baits, including shrimp, bloodworms, nightcrawlers, tuna belly, squid, and more! We also restocked on many things today, like our No Stink Dry Soft Mojo Towels, which you can check out in-store or online at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-mojo-bait-towel/?searchid=146332&search_query=towels

We are open 6am-9pm daily, come and see us! As always send those fish pics to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook/Instagram!

#Bluefish #FreshMullet

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/16/2025

It was a nice day out there, minus the short pop-up storm in the middle. There are still plenty of croakers out there, up and down the island. We have had reports of some nice sea mullet mixed in. Sarah and Grace Lynne both got one! We also heard of a few scattered blues on the beach. There have been a couple of speckled trout on the soundside, along with blues and puppy drum. Rick got a nice 25" speck today that was released, and Captain Rick and his crew got some nice blues and spanish.

We stocked up on Frisky Fins today, including their knocker and swing jigs, perfect for sheepshead. Along with the rattle rigs, which make for a great all-purpose rig for the surf that'll catch sea mullet, pompano, croaker, puppy drum, and more!

We are open 6am-9pm daily, or check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com.

#seamullet #whiting #kingfish #speckledtrout #bluefish #spanishmackerel #puppydrum #friskyfins #hatterasisland

FRANK AND FRNS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/15/25

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!!, Its been another warm and humid day, fairly strong West wind. Here in Avon, the day has been dominated by croaker, with a handful of sea mullet thrown in. Avon Pier has had some blues, spanish, and an 8' hammerhead shark. Frisco Beach area reported blues, croaker, sea mullet, and pompano. Ramp 55 pompano, sea mullet, and a baby cobia. Logan landed a stud 29" trout last night. The fish was released. Curtis found himself a 2# pompano down south and Adam caught a baby cobia on a sandflea, of course, it was on a Psycho Rig. We are open daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/14/25 It has been overcast and windy all day; scattered showers have developed in the afternoon. The northern beaches have had croaker and a few sea mullet. Frisco had more and larger mullet, plus a few blues and pompano. Hatteras Inlet was the best of it, pompano and sea mullet made a good showing. James caught a 2# 10oz pompano on one of his own Psycho Rigs https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho+ Zach caught a nice 33' drum on Kelly's boat. Miss Angela caught and released a flounder last night. Joe picked himself a new pair of rods, thank ya sir. And Capt Scarborough took his crew out and caught cobia and specs. Nice work all. We are here daily from 6am-9pm #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/13/25 It has been a pretty peaceful Friday the 13th, no sightings of Jason. The weather has been hot, humid, and a few scattered raindrops. The northern beaches have seen the ever-present pinhead croaker, a few sea mullet, and bluefish. Nighttime, there have been a decent number of spinner and blacktip sharks. Avon Pier has had blues, croakers, and sharks. Ramp 49, yet again, croaker, some better sea mullet, and blues. Ramp 55 has had a good showing of pompano and a decent sea mullet bite. The sound side has been producing blues and trout. Nighttime in the sound is producing bigger drum and bigger blues. Ryan and Ollie were busy catching baby blacktips on Avon Pier. Marco caught a fairly rare Banded drum recently, don't see those very often. He also caught a sea mullet. His sister Gracie caught a nice Spot. Curtis caught himself a nice 2# 15oz citation Pompano, bet you can't guess on what rig. Rick of Avon caught a nice blue on his boat in the sound. We have fresh mullet, shrimp, bloodworms and all the frozen bait you could need. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/12/25 It has been a nice day here on the island, especially if you like catching fish. Working from north to south. The Bonner Bridge has had some good sheepshead fishing, mixed with blues and a few puppy drum. Rodanthe has been covered up with little croaker. Avon, we have had sea mullet, puppy drum, bluefish, and croaker. At night, there have been plenty of sharks as well. Avon Pier has had blues up to 30", along with spanish. The soundside here in Avon has been producing plenty of blues and drum, up to 35" the past few nights. Down at the inlet, we have heard of more pompano, with another citation today, of course, it was on a Psycho rig https://hatteras-island.com/psycho-s-surf-fishing. We have some great customer catches to show off today. Lynette caught a nice 27" drum here in Avon today. Curtis with a citation pompano today, some good eating right there. Luke and Nick found a few trout/released in the sound. Bodie caught a good croaker up near the Tri-villages; his sister, Hazel, and Dad were also busy catching. His other sister, Lola, was doubling them up, nice work fam. Capt Joey Van Dyke of the Fingeance down in Hatteras was busy catching blues and cobia today. Finally, Capt Rick Scarbourgh was finding puppy and blues for his charter. Great work yall, thanks for sharing. We are here 6am-9pm daily.

The Grimes family is having a great week! We had too many pictures to fit in the fishing report last night so here is part two thanks to the Grimes family and Joey Vandyke of @fingeancefishing.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 6/11/25

It's been pretty out, but warm and humid. We've heard of blues, croaker and small sea mullet scattered around everywhere, and there were a few puppy drum here in Avon! The Grimes family has had a great turnout of fish in the last few days, catching pups, blues, and some speckled trout (that were released) on the soundside. On the oceanside, they caught blues, Spanish mackerel, puppy drum, and caught and released small flounder. Ethan (9yo) from Pennsylvania caught a pretty 31" red just north of the Avon Pier, and Lilly got a 3' shark last night! Very nice catches, everyone! Thank you for sharing! We have fresh cob mullet and shrimp in stock, as well as sting silvers and most any bait and rigs you may need! Come see us! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/10/2025 Windy, windy, windy today. We have had reports of tons of croakers being caught on the oceanside with any type of bait that you put out there. Here we see Hazel with a nice croaker, then Jace and Body with more croaker. Lola was also catching them two at a time!

Capt. Rick took out a couple of guys today and caught some nice puppy drum and a little blue!

It looks like the breeze will continue into tomorrow with possible showers in the morning, so if you just want to relax and stay out of the wind and rain, come check out our walk-in humidor with a large selection of fine cigars! We are open from 6am-9pm daily, or you can check us out at www.hatteras-island.com. #cigars #bluefish #croaker #humidor #puppydrum #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/9/2025

PLENTY of croaker for everyone today, up and down the island! We also heard of a few sea mullet and small sharks. The soundside has had reports of blues and puppy drum. Captain Rick and his crew landed some Spanish, a bluefish, and an undersized cobia out there. Don't forget that our Kids' Fishing Tournament has begun, and you can sign up your kids (ages 12 and under) in-store at any time!

Check out our Father's Day sale on our website: buy a $100 e-gift card and get a $10 one free! These can be used in-store or online, so they make the perfect gift for your fishing-loving dad or husband, whether they will be in the area soon or not. We also have a couple of other sales going on right now for Father's Day, check them out in-store or online at www.hatteras-island.com.

We have plenty of fresh mullet, shrimp, bloodworms, and a variety of frozen bait in stock. As always, send any of your fish catches to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook or Instagram! We are open 6am-9pm daily.

#bluefish #croaker #cobia #fathersday #giftcards #fathersdaysale

FRANK & FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/8/2025 Some storms at the start of the morning, followed by some beautiful weather, followed by another round of storms! In Avon, we have heard of some Croaker, scattered Bluefish, and Sea Mullet. In Buxton, there were some Sea Mullet and Grey Trout. Hatteras Inlet Reported Mullet and Pompano. Here, we see Justin holding up a beautiful flounder that was released. Tom caught a few Trout in the sound from his boat. Next, we see Sammy with a huge Pompano caught on some rigs from Psycho's Surf Fishing https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho Capt. Joey Van Dike of the Fingeance led his charter to a nice catch of bluefish! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and always open online!

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/7/25 It's been a warm one on the island today. Pretty muggy out there. The fishing has been pretty good too. Here in Avon we heard of citation sea mullet, bluefish, and a few pompano. The Point area has had some bluefish and spanish. Down in Hatteras, we heard of blues, sea mullet, and pompano. The soundside has had good bluefish and puppy drum. Don caught a nice 31" puppy he was guided by Kelly. Wayne found a just under 2# pompano down in Hatteras-Carter caught a nice sea mullet and croaker, nicely done. We are here daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRNS FISHING REPORT 6/6/25 It has been a great day here on the island. SW wind with blue skies. The fishing was a little lackluster. We heard of bluefish here in Avon. The Point had reports of spanish and blues. Down in Hatteras reports of sea mullet, spanish, and blues. The soundside is producing blues and puppy drum. Brandon and his family found some blues in the sound. Capt. Rick Scarbourg on the Speck-tackler caught a mess of spanish and false albacore. We are open daily from 6am-9pm and always open online @ https://hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 6/5/25

It's been kinda nasty out today with showers coming and going. Tomorrow looks to be partly cloudy but prettier with some light winds from the NW. Today we have reports of sea mullet to the south of Avon and in Buxton and Mikey caught a 3lb 2oz. pompano while he was out this morning! Wyatt got some pompano on Ramp 55 yesterday, and Captain Rick Scarborough of Speck-Tackler put his group onto some blues and Spanish casting lures. Nice work, everyone! Sting silvers are working great out there, along with popular pompano rigs like Psycho Surf Fishing's Coquina Clam and our F&F Sand Flea Imposter. Come grab what you need to catch the big one. We are open daily from 6am-9pm and you can shop for the mentioned lures and rigs online at https://hatteras-island.com/jigs-spoons/ and https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-double-drop-bottom-rig-updating/?searchid=142944&search_query=sandflea+imposter https://hatteras-island.com/psycho-s-surf-fishing-coquina-clam-dynamic-rig-updating/?searchid=142952&search_query=coquina+clam

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 6/4/25

Another beautiful day has come and gone, with reports of blues, sea mullet, spot and croaker scattered about on the ocean side. Soundise has seen some puppy drum, blues, and speckled trout. Brian sent in a pretty spot tail picture of a drum he caught, Rick sent a picture of Kai with a nice 22" speckled trout, and Captain Joey VanDyke had some good charters over the last couple of days, putting them on some blues and Spanish. Luke sent us a picture of a nice shark he caught. Pretty work, everyone. Thanks for sharing! Come on in and stock up on bait and more! Fishbites have been doing well recently for sea mullet and other fish, specifically the bloodworm and sand flea flavor! We are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop online for Fishbites and other products at https://hatteras-island.com/fishbites-bag-oworms-longer-lasting/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 6/3/2025

It was a beautiful day to spend outdoors! We had reports of scattered sea mullet, croaker, and blues out there today. Glen got a pretty 3lb 9oz pompano today, along with a few other 2+lb citation pomps. Austin and Thomas got some nice blues out there, and Ricky landed a cobia on the surf! Katie, Brandon, and Lola got in on the action with blues and spanish, from the surf and soundside.

We have also had reports of good action from the sound side, including puppy drum to yearling size drum, bluefish, and a few speckled trout! Rick got a pretty 34" one out there today.

We are loaded up on fresh mullet, shrimp, bloodworms, and a variety of frozen bait. Come and see us from 6am-9pm daily, or check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com. As always, send pictures of your catches to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook or Instagram!

#pompano #bluefish #puppydrum #hatterasisland

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/2/25 It has been a nice day on the island, mostly sunny, light SE winds with a hint of humidity. The northern beaches had a showing of sea mullet, blues, and a few spanish. The Point had spanish, blues, sharks, and rays. Frisco Beach reported puppy drum, pompano, blues, and spanish. The inlet had some mullet, pompano, and spanish. The Bonner bridge pier had some blues and sheepshead. The sound side is producing some good puppy drum and bluefishing right now. Kai had a nice trout while fishing with his granddad. Brian came across a nice puppy drum soundside. Curtis found some pompano on Physco Rigs down on 55. https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=psycho. Brandon caught sheepshead on the Bonner Bridge. Capt Joey Van Dyke of the Finegance found his crew a very nice 36" drum. Wendy sent us a photo of a pretty drum caught yesterday. A BIG thank you to the Kids Ministry of One Church here in Avon for dropping off some AMAZING cookies today!!!! We are here daily from 6am-9pm

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 6/1/25

It has been a beautiful day here on the island, with light winds and plenty of sun. We have heard too much today, but that's probably because everyone is on the beach. Here in Avon, we heard of blues and croaker. The Point area had blues and a few spanish. Hatteras Inlet area had some very nice pompano. The soundside here in Avon had some pups and nice blues on topwater. Adam caught a 4# 1oz pompano down at 55, a very nice fish. Capt Joey Van Dyke of the Fingeance lead his clients to a nice catch of blues today. We have several days of SE wind coming up, look for clear water and pompano and spanish fishing to be good. We are stocked up on Psycho rigs and ES lures. We are here daily from 6am-9pm, always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/31/25

It's been very windy and a bit rough out there today, but for those who have braved the wind, we heard there were some blues at the point this morning. Captain Rick Scarborough sent in a picture of a nice speckled trout his charter caught. Look at those teeth! Wind is supposed to die down some tomorrow and blues have been everywhere, so come grab your rigs and some bait and head out! We are open 7 days a week from 6am-9pm, and you can shop for rigs and more online at https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/30/25 The morning started with thunderstorms, and it seems it will end the same way. Currently have wind gusting in the mid-20s out of the wsw. Between the rain and wind, some fish were caught. Here in Avon, we heard of spot and croaker. The Point had a few puppy drum, blues and spanish. The Billy Mitchell area had seamullet, as did ramp 55. The sound has had blues, puppy drum, and trout. Ben and his friends caught some trout and blues out in the sound. Josh found a nice puppy drum out on the Point. The Smiths, Max and Emily, found some spanish at the Point, Emily's first, but not last. Adam caught a massive 2#3oz sea mullet on a Psycho's Leggs and Eggs rig, which we sell here https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=legs. We are here daily from 6am-9pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/29/25

We had a gorgeous day here today; lots of sunshine and light winds. Looks to be showers/storms overnight tonight, but will clear off tomorrow, although as the day goes on, winds will be picking up out of the SSW to around 10-15mph in the afternoon and up to 20mph during the late evening. Today we have reports of scattered sea mullet, croaker, and blues, and heard of some pompano down south of Avon. Our own Randy B. caught and released a flounder this afternoon at Ramp 38, and Captain Joey VanDyke of Fingeance Sportfishing had a great charter, putting them onto lots of blues and Spanish! We have plenty of sting silvers, spoons, and Got-Cha Plugs for the blues and Spanish out there. Come see us and stock up. We are open every day from 6am-9pm, and you can also shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 05/28/25

We had a messy morning with lots of rain but it ended up clearing off and being a pretty day! Only reports we had today were some blues scattered oceanside, and Captain Rick Scarborough of the Speck-Tackler had a good charter today, catching lots of pretty blues. Nice work, y'all! We have lots of fresh shrimp, mullet and other baits available, as well as rigs for any species of fish you want to target! Come see us; we are open daily from 6am-9pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/26/25 If you identify as a duck, today was your day, wet and windy most of the day. We heard of a few croaker here in Avon. Blues down in Hatteras were biting pretty good for an hr or so this morning. Even though its windy the water is remaining clear with the NE wind. Capt Joey Van Dyke On the Fingeance had a good day yesterday with spanish and blues. Cameron got on the blues down at 55, caught about 15 in an hr. #hookedonfanf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/25/2025

Beautiful day out there today with reports of blues and Spanish on lures at the point, some sea mullet at 55 and 32, croaker north of Avon, and a few small sharks. There were also a few blues on the soundside.

Two of the shop's owners, Heather and Tim, went offshore today and caught seven nice dolphins before 9:45 this morning! They will be eating well tonight! Mike sent us a picture of our robo bluefish sticker in Ohio today... we love to see everyone , even when they aren't here! Captain Rick is still doing well, catching lots of puppy drum and a few specks during his trips.

The wind will pick up tonight into tomorrow morning with a high chance of rain in the morning, clearing off in the afternoon. Come see us in the morning for some rain gear so you can stay dry, or to stock up on everything you need to get out there once it clears off!

WE ARE NOW OPEN 6AM-9PM DAILY! Send all your fish pics to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook or Instagram.

#bluefish #spanishmackerel #mahimahi #hatterasisland #surffishing

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/24/25

It was a beautiful day here today, with light winds and scattered fish up and down the island. We heard of sheepshead and pompano further south down the island, scattered blues and Spanish, and scattered sea mullet. Soundside has had reports of some blues and small flounder that were caught and released today. We received a picture from Mandy of Larry and his catches from Avon Pier on Friday evening, some nice Spanish caught on a Got-Cha plug. Sandy caught a nice pompano today, and Jim Price of Psycho Surf Fishing Rigs caught up with some friends, saying, "Ricky with the nice 8 and 1/2 lb Sheepshead. Fishing right next to me using the sand flea legs and eggs rig. Lots of nice sea mullet and Tammy with the pretty Pompano." Pretty work, everyone! We have plenty of fresh bait of all kinds, and artificials as well. Come see us and let us hook you up so you can get hooked up! We are closing at 7pm tonight, but starting tomorrow we will be open daily from 6am-9pm and we are open 24/7 to shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/23/25

It's still pretty warm out but has cooled off just a touch; winds will be coming from the NNW late tonight and switching to come primarily from the West tomorrow. Today we have reports of a few blues and spanish on Avon Pier, and scattered blues, sea mullet and sharks up and down the island. Cadan and Kindra caught some nice bluefish on Ramp 38 this morning using metal. Captain Rick Scarborough of the Speck-Tackler had a good charter catching speckled trout, blues and puppy drum, and this evening Beau caught a citation sea mullet. Pretty fish, everyone, and thanks for sharing! Come see us this weekend and grab what you need to get out there and catch some fish! We are open daily from 6am-7pm and open online 24/7 at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/21/2025

The rain cleared off around noon today, and it was a nice afternoon out there! We have had reports of sea mullet, blues, and Spanish. Paul and Sheila got into the blues yesterday morning, and the Spanish in the evening at 38, all on lures. Brian also got a nice blue yesterday on the pier. Pretty fish, y'all!

No rain in the forecast for tomorrow, but warm temps, with the high almost being in the 80s! Looks like it'll be a little breezy with winds 15-25mph out of the west. Make sure to have some bug spray with you, as the west wind will bring the no-see-ums, biting flies, and mosquitoes! We are stocked up on Skeeter Beater, Adios Mo Skiots, Repel, Thermacells, and more.

We will be here 6am-7pm daily until Sunday, 5/25, when our hours switch to 6am-9pm daily! Come and see us.

#bluefish #spanishmackerel #ramp38 #hatterasisland

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/2025 It has been a nice sunny day with NE wind. The word of the day is BLUEFISH. The blues have been running bait on the beach up and down the beach here in Avon. Nice fish from 20"-30". Rodanthe Pier reported a 41" drum. Avon Pier has had a great day with blues, sea mullet and spanish. The Point area has reported bluefish and a few puppy drum. Down toward the inlet we heard of a few mullet, blues, and pompano. Eric with his nice 41" drum, Jim caught a nice pompano. Speck Tackler with Capt Rick found grey trout and puppy drum. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/19/25

Its been a pretty day on the island with plenty of sunshine and low humidity. The fishing has been lackluster. Here in Avon, we have heard of lots of croaker, a few sea mullet and a couple of blues. The Point area has had sharks and rays. Hatteras inlet had very little to report. Still getting good reports of puppy drum and blues in the sound. Jef caught this nice big drum last week, it was 47". Capt Rick took his charter out and found lots of puppy drum and blues. We just got fresh mullet in. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always online @www.hattteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/18/25 It has been a windy day with rough surf. The rough surf has led to slower beach fishing. Those who were willing to move around a bit eventually found fish. In Avon we heard of a few blues , small croaker, and sea mullet. The Point area had sharks and one large drum. The Frisco beach area had some nice sea mullet and croaker. The Inlet had clear water and a good amount of blues on bait. The sound area produced a good number of blues and puppy drum. Sam did well on the Psychos Cherry Bomb rig, he was down at the inlet https://hatteras-island.com/psychos-surf-fishing-cherry-bomb-xl/?searchid=137873&search_query=cherry+bomb. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRAN AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/17/25 The day started out overcast with a few passing sprinkles. It's now clear and the wind is starting to blow out of the SW. The beaches here in Avon reported a few sea mullet and blues. Avon Pier has had a few blues along with sea mullet. Cape Point had a few puppy drum along with good sea mullet. Ramp 49 reported good sea mullet, a few puppy drum, and a couple of pompano. Ramp 55 had sea mullet along with a few pompano. Chase caught a nice 2#3oz pompano on a Psycho rig, Ray found some big rays and a small hammerhead. Den caught a nice puppy drum on ramp 49. Capt Rick Scarbourgh led his client to a nice big sheepshead. Thanks for all the photos. We are here daily from 6am-7pm daily and always online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/16/2025

Today has been a little warmer and humid. The wind out of the west brought SSW brought out the biting flies today. We had reports of a few drum in Buxton this morning. Ramp 48 and 49 we heard sharks and a good sea mullet bite. Captain Rick Scarbough has had a good week with some nice sheepshead and drum being landed on his boat.

Looks like tomorrow morning should be nice but the wind picks up again in the afternoon. We open at 6 am and have fresh mullet, shrimp and various frozen baits. Stop in and see us or visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/15/25

Today, unfortunately, we don't have too much to report here on the island other than a few big sharks this morning and some yearling red drum last night in Buxton and at Hatteras Inlet. We did get a picture from Cory of a nice blue he caught on Frisco beach this evening, though! Nice catch! We heard the blues were biting pretty well up north in Nags Head on Gotcha Plugs. We have Gotcha Plugs in stock, so come grab yours for when they hit the piers down here! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com #hookedfandf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/14/25

Today we've had a good bit of wind from the South and some strong currents out there; people have been reporting that it's taking up to 10 ounces to hold. There are reports of fish being caught here in Avon today at Ramp 38, mostly smaller flounder, sea mullet, and croaker; some being caught by our own Cody B! Good work! There were also reports of some slot puppy drum last night here in Avon.

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We are open daily from 6am-7pm, so stop in and see us for your fishing needs!

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/13/25 It rained and then it rained more and the wind was blowing pretty strong out of the SE most of the morning. About 4pm, the sun came out, but the ocean remains rough. We haven't heard much as most anglers are just now starting to make it out. Would expect the blue fish to still be present, fingers crossed, the stirred up surf causes the drum to return to the beach. SE wind causes the water to clear up so we might see a few spanish around. Anderson makes another appearance on the report with a nice Hammerhead he caught at the Point, Shawn had a great trip with a 33" drum and a 35" bluefish. Ralph found a pretty drum in the sound, he caught it on his trout rod in 2 ft of water. Pretty work. Captain Scarborough took his clients out on the Speck-tackler and they found some good eating Sheepshead. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @ www,hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/12/25 It has been overcast and looking like it could rain at any minute, but has not, yet. At the Bonner bridge, we heard of big blues and a few sheepshead. Here in Avon we heard of blues, sea mullet, pompano, and even a few spanish mackerel. The Point area had great overnight bluefish, a few blues in the daylight, and a handful of puppy drum. Down south at ramp 49, we heard of a few sea mullet. Ramp 55 reported a few blues and lots of grass. The sound side is still doing well with blues and puppy drum. Jack went out on the Miss Hatteras yesterday and reported good fishing, including this 20# amber jack. Joshua caught a nice puppy drum at ramp 25. Anderson got a nice bluefish on the Bonner bridge pier. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open onine @wwww.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/11/25 It's been a cloudy, cooler day here on the island with a few drops of rain. The fishing here in Avon has been good; several folks are reporting large bluefish and a few puppy- to yearling-size drums. A few citation-sized sea mullet have also been caught. The Point area has seen big blues, rays, and sharks. The Frisco beach area has been producing sea mullet, blues, and a few small flounder. The only thing I heard from the inlet is big blues. The soundside is producing puppy drum, blues, and some nice trout, though they have to be released. Terry caught a real nice 30" bluefish. Daniel had a cool story to tell, his bottom rig got snagged on a lost rig that was attached to a 25"puppy drum. Pretty cool. Alex and his group went offshore and landed a good mess of tuna and a blue marlin. Mike found a couple of nice puppy drum on the beach here in Avon, they were over slot. Steve and his wife are staying here in Avon and caught some really nice blues on the beach.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/10/25 It's been a pretty day on the island, a bit cooler with that NE wind. Just north of town, we heard of good large blues on the beach. In town, we had big blues, a few puppy drum, and sea mullet. The Point area had a few puppy drum and large blues. Down toward the inlet, we heard of puppy drum, a few pompano, bluefish, and sea mullet. Bernie found himself a nice citation sea mullet. Elizabeth sent us a photo with her husband and a good puppy drum from here in Avon. Rick Scarborough, Capt of the Speck-Takler put his crew on sheepshead and blues, makes for a fun day. We are here from 6am-7pm daily and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/9/2025 It has been a beautiful day on the island and you can tell summer is almost here as the humidity is picking up. We had reports of blues on ramps 38, 44 and 55 today. As well as sheepshead on 55. There have been some sea mullet reported at ramp 27 around the evening high tide.

Nick and Sean with some nice blues in Avon this morning. Curtis with another citation Sheepshead! Jumbo Sand Flea #legsandeggs . 8.6 lbs. Jerry with the nice Sheepshead caught with his own rig. Both caught at ramp 55. Alisabeth with her personal best bluefish at ramp 44. Nick with a nice puppy drum caught yesterday in Avon.

Thanks everyone for sharing your photos! If you want to be part of our fishing report, send your photos to frankandfransavon@gmail.com.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/8/25 It has been a nice day here on the island the fishing has been pretty good too. Here in Avon we have had sea mullet, a few puppy drum and big blues. The Point area has had big blues, a few puppy drum and all the rays and sharks you could ever want. The inlet has had a few pompano and a nice sheepshead. The sound side has had a few larger trout(released), blues and puppy drum. Jake and Jordan weighed in a few nice citation sheepshead, from an inshore boat.Jerry caught a real nice 3# pompano on south beach. Jim the owner of Psycho Rigs caught a 5# sheepshead down at the inlet. Priscilla caught herself a nice bluefish here in Avon. Isabella with another nice bluefish today. Jeremy caught a pretty 25" speck in the sound. Jennie found a nice bluefish this afternoon. Nice workeveryone, thanks for the photos. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FISHING REPORT FOR FRANK AND FRANS 5/7/25 It has been a splendid day on the island today. Sunny with light and variable winds. Overall the fish seemed pretty spread out. In the Avon area we heard of some big blues, puppy drum, and sea mullet. The Point area had a few pompano and big bluefish. The southern beaches had pompano, sea mullet, bluefish and a spanish or two. Lots of great fishing photos today. Frank with a real nice bluefish in Avon. Janice with a stud pompano. Jim the maker of Psycho Rigs caught a MONSTER 5# 3oz Pompano on his own rig The Legs and Eggs. Michael had a nice blue and drum. Gabby caught a nice bluefish as well. Curtis wasnt going to be left out, he found a good bluefish too. Mike, Alex, Sean and Priscilla all from Vermout got in on the bluefish action while visiting this week. Yall killed it. Thanks for all the photos, keep sending them in @ frankandfransavon@gmail or though facebook messanger. The Psycho Legs and Eggs that has killing the pompano so far this yr cand be found here https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=legs+and+eggs We are here daily from 6am-7pm.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 5/6/25 It has been a nice day here on the island with a SE breeze gusting at times. Here in Avon we have heard of puppy drum, a few big blues and sea mullet. At Cape Point there were some big blues, sharks and rays. The Frisco area reported slower fishing, with a couple pompano, and small sea mullet. Hatteras Inlet had some blues, flounder and sea mullet. We sold this young lady a fishing rod this morning and she seems to have already mastered it. Donald found a 2.8 #pompano from somewhere down south, nice fish sir. Matt, the father of the young lady with a flounder from the Point. Jamie also found a citation pompano, I see ceviche in her future. Some good fishing out there. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/5/2025

Well, it ended up being rainy most of the morning, but it cleared off in the afternoon. Branden caught a nice blue this morning, and Priscilla got a nice one in Avon this afternoon! We heard other reports of small flounder and sea mullet in Avon and some blues at the point.

We are getting in orders almost daily. Today, we restocked on Daiwa Lexas, Sord fillet knives, Korkers, and some Angler's Fish-N-Mate products, all of which we have in-store or online at www.hatteras-island.com.

We are open 6am-7pm daily. Come and see us!

#bluefish #avonnc #hatterasisland

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/4/2025

It rained most of the day today, but that doesn't mean the fish aren't biting! George got a nice citation sheepshead on 43 today, and Branden sent some nice pics from this morning and yesterday evening. We also had reports of sea mullet at ramps 32 and 38 and some blues at 49. There is a lower chance of rain tomorrow, but there are possible showers in the morning. Winds are forecasted to be 10-15 mph out of the south most of the day.

Come get geared up from 6am-7pm daily. We have a variety of bait, tackle, apparel, rods/reels, and more! We also do fishing licenses and have the ORV certification forms.

Send all your catches to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook or Instagram! Check out our website at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 5/2/2025

It has been beautiful but windy here on the island today, making fishing conditions a little harder. We had reports of bluefish in Buxton and a couple of sheepshead caught in Hatteras.

Curtis with the 8 lb 15 oz citation sheepshead. It was caught on a Psycho's Surf Fishing Jumbo legs & eggs rig on ramp 55. Way to go Curtis!!

We got in a fresh load of mullet and we are stocked and ready to go for the weekend!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 5/1/25

There's been some nice fish being caught out there; today we got reports of sea mullet and puppy drum here in Avon, blues and scattered puppy drum everywhere else on the beach. We also got a picture of a nice sheepshead Tina caught at Ramp 55 on Fishbites! Megan sent us pictures of Steven, Mike, Samantha and Jared with some pretty drum and blues! Thanks for sharing all the pictures, everyone! We have restocked on lead, including 6,7, and 8 ounce pyramids. Come see us! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can visit us online and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/30/25

Today was a bit breezier than expected, but it was a pretty day and fish were caught! We've got reports of above-slot red drum in Rodanthe today; scattered blues and puppy drum have been reported up and down the island as well. We got some great pictures sent in, including some Spanish sent to us by Caleb, and a citation blue this gentleman caught on his new Ninja Bomber! Jim Price caught some pups on his Phat Sand Flea bottom rig at Ramp 55 today, and our own Randy B caught a flounder in Ocrocoke. Ervin caught a nice blue and Audrey caught a flounder as well. Doug from Virginia caught a big black drum, weighing 65.3lbs! Ashley and family had a great week last week and sent us pictures of their catches! Pretty work everyone! Thanks for sharing!

We are continuing to get new products in just about daily, so come see us! We are open daily from 6am-7pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/229/2025 It has been a very pretty spring day on the island. In Avon, we heard of a few sea mullet, bluefish, and blow toads. The Point had a good drum bite last night and a few spanish this morning. The next few days look good for the drum fishermen. Down on ramp 55 we heard of blueish, a few pompano and sheepshead. The soundside is heating up with more reports of bluefish and puppy drum. Shop employee Randy T caught a pretty drum last night on a lure. Curtis caught a real nice sheepshead on a Psycho rig, the legs and eggs, which we carry at the shop https://hatteras-island.com/rigs-beads/. We are here daily from 6am-7pm

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/28/25 It has been a beautiful day here on the island, and the fishing has been pretty good too. We heard of sea mullet, and bluefish here in Avon. The Point had a GREAT big drum bite last night. Down on ramp 49 we heard of bluefish and sea mullet, The inlet had a run of blues on metal last night at dark. Matt, Ben and Wayne all caught drum @ 31', 25' and 30". Patricia found herself not 1 but 2 drum. Neil brought us a citation bluefish and it's his birthday. Happy Birthday, buddy. Curtis found himself a 2.9 # citation Pompano, Sam also caught himself a nice pompano, they were caught with Pyscho Legs and Eggs rigs, which we carry here at the shop. Burke found a rather large Sandbar shark, a nice fish. Rich A caught his first puppy drum of the yr in the sound. We are here daily from 6am-7pm daily and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/27/25 Was pretty windy in the 1st half of the day, since about noon the wind has been dropping out. Tomorrow looks like SE wind, which should clear the water and help the bluefish bite. Today on the beaches here in Avon, we heard of a good early buefish bite, a few smaller sea mullet, and scattered puppy drum. The Point had a good big drum bite last night and a few today. The South Beach area had a few small sea mullet and bluefish. Down at the inlet, there were blues on lures this morning. Christan caught 2 drum in 2 minutes, solid work. Oakley is enjoying morning coffee with a nice new Frank and Frans mug. Cedric, Mike, Megan, Steven, Michael, and Taylor had a good time catching drum the past few days. 3 generations of Watkins in one photo, memories. Curtis caught an 8# sheepshead on Psycho Rig Legs and Eggs, which we carry here at the shop. Thanks for all the photos guys and gals!!! We love seeing them. We are here daily from 6am-7pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/26/25 It has been a bit breezy again on the island with SW wind gusting in the upper 20mph range. The beach between Avon and Rodanthe has been producing good numbers of puppy drum, some sea mullet, and mixed-size bluefish up to 8#. The Point had a few big drum last night and rays, sharks, and bluefish. The South Beach area has had some sea mullet and bluefish. Renie caught a nice 31" drum on a rig she purchased here, Nice fish. Jake snagged himself a pretty puppy drum as well. Jim caught a 30" drum from Rodanthe Pier on a rig he bought here. Nice fish Jim. Capt Scarborough led his clients on the Specktackler to some nice sheepshead and a blackfin tuna. We are now opening at 6am and closing at 7pm daily. Always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/25/25

We're coming into the 4Plus Tournament weekend in a big way today, with some good reports of sizeable bluefish, puppy and yearling drum, and sea mullet all scattered on the surf side (and even a nice black drum here in Avon) and on the sound side there are blues, pups, and some speckled trout being caught (the speckled trout are being released, due to the moratorium until July) further out in kayaks. Jen caught a 29.75" red and a 28.5" blue; Megan, Taylor, and family caught some really nice bluefish, Jimmie got a nice blue, and Zach landed a pretty hammerhead. Vicki sent a picture of a nice blue caught by Joel at Ramp 55, and Charles caught a pretty red on Ramp 32. Pretty work, everyone! Thanks for sharing! We just got in fresh mullet and we have fresh shrimp, bloodworms, and a collection of frozen bait including squid, peeler crabs, and tuna belly. Come see us! We are open until 7pm and open in the morning at 7am. You can also follow us and shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/24/2025

We want to welcome all the 4 Plus anglers for the tournament this weekend and wish everyone good luck! There have been several nice-sized blues today, with reports of scattered puppy drum and sea mullet. Congrats to all who caught and shared their photos with us! If you'd like to be a part of our fishing report, send your photos to us on facebook, instagram or email at frankandfransavon@gmail.com.

On another note, we just received in several hundred more pounds of fresh mullet and we'll be getting more in tomorrow! Check the posts and stay in touch!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/23/2025

A rainy start to the day, but it turned out to be a pretty one. Reports of sea mullet, croaker, and blues were scattered up and down the beach, with a few puppy drum at ramp 32. Paul got a nice 25" blue on 48 using fresh mullet. A couple nights ago Chase got a nice shark, Robert got a 42", 37", and a scalloped hammerhead this weekend, Landon got a nice one on the point, and the crew that went out with Speck-Tackler caught plenty of sheepshead! There are fish around, just have to get out there and fish!

We got 300 lbs of fresh mullet in this afternoon, but it is going quick! Come and get some and check out our large variety of other baits! We are open 7-5 tomorrow or always online at www.hatteras-island.com

#freshmullet #bluefish #puppydrum

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/22/25 It has been a warm day with the SW breeze kicking up more as the day has gone on. We heard of more blues up at the Bonner bridge pier. Rodanthe, we heard of blues and sea mullet. Here in Avon it's been a mix of croacker, bluefish sea mullet and puppy drum. The Point area had a few big drum over night and sharks and rays during the daylight hrs. Frisco beach has had more sea mullet and a few spot. Jamie came in this morning for bait and advice, and she took it from there with a very nice drum. Great Job!! The next group of photos was from last week at ramp 27, this group just plain caught fish. We have Dave with a 30" drum, Brenda with a 30' drum, Tracy caught herself a nice 32" drum, Dave with 30" bluefish, Barry caught a 20" blue, and Steve rounded it out with a 31" drum. They caught 11 drum over 30" in 2 days. We are here 7 days a week at 7am and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/21/2025

Another nice day on the island with winds out of the SW 10-15mph, making for a warm day with a nice breeze. Reports today include sea mullet (mainly 12" and under) up and down the beach, scattered blues with several caught at Oregon Inlet, croaker, and plenty of sharks and rays. Several drum caught at the point last night, and a couple on the soundside as well.

Jack, Joe, and Lilly got some nice ones at the point last night. Jeff and Karen both got a nice drum on the soundside, and Karen caught a nice blue as well. Coby also got a nice hammerhead in Frisco. Captain Rick with Speck-Tackler is doing well, catching plenty of drum and blues!

We just got in 200lbs of fresh mullet, we have plenty of shrimp, and a variety of frozen in stock as well. Come and see us tomorrow 7am-5pm! or at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS' FISHING REPORT FOR 4/20/25

HAPPY EASTER!!! It has been a great day here on the island, with light winds and partly cloudy skies. We have heard of sea mullet, bluefish, and puppy drum here in Avon. The Point had a good bite of big drum last night into this morning for those who pulled the overnight shift. South Beach has had a good number of sea mullet, a few trout, and blow toads. A photo from Randy Williams of a Cross that was erected at the Point. Bryce is showing us all how it's done with a nice bluefish. James got in on the drum action with a pretty 38" drum. Nicely done y'all. We are here till 5pm and will be back tomorrow from 7am-5pm. Always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/19/25 It's been a pretty fishy day on the island. The wind is now starting to pick up out of the SW, which should help the drum bite tonight. On the beach here in Avon we had Red Drum up to 45", along with sea mullet, bluefish, and sharks. The Cape Point area had good big drum fishing early this morning, along with yearling-sized drum, blues, and sharks. Frisco Beach reported a real good bite of smaller-sized sea mullet and a few puppy drum. Brady caught a Big Drum last nice at 46". Johansen caught a very nice drum on the beach. Logan caught a pretty flounder, which was released. Gavin found the drum biting here in Avon. Good job!! We are OPEN tomorrow 7am-5pm always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/18/2025 It has been warm out today with the winds coming out of the SW. The SW winds are expected to continue for the next few days so fishing should be good. Today we have had reports of puppy drum and bluefish on ramp 32, 38 and 44. We just got in fresh mullet so stop in and grab some!

Amanda Nesbitt sent some photos yesterday and said "This morning a blue fish and drum on ocean view drive! Caught on mullet from your shop!"

Katelyn Poffinberger shareD pictures of her family and said "This morning a blue fish and drum on ocean view drive! Caught on mullet from your shop!"

On Wednesday, Leo from Baltimore caught and released about a 12” flounder on cut mullet close to shore next to the Avon pier.

Shayne Mitchell is in Edisto, SC catching sea mullet, rays and pompano on the Frank & Fran's Sand Flea Imposter rigs. We sell our rigs online at www.hatteras-island.com so even if you can't visit our island we have you covered on other beaches!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORTS - 4/17/2025

It's a little chilly out there compared to the upcoming days. The wind is was of the NE today, switching to SE and then SW tomorrow and into Saturday. Scattered blues, drum, and rays up and down the island today. Chris got a nice one out there this morning with mullet for bait right out front here in Avon. Yesterday morning, Steve and Mr. Crivelli got nice ones in Avon as well. The Miller family went down to Ocracoke and got a nice 29" blue and a ray! Garry Lee was fishing in Frisco yesterday and caught a nice 34" drum. Awesome catches for all!

We are stocked up on fresh mullet, shrimp, bloodworms, and a variety of frozen bait. We will be here 7am-7pm tomorrow. Come and see us or check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/16/25

Sounds like it was calmer waters out there today on the ocean side with the wind dying down just a little. We had reports of puppy drum near ramp 38, a black drum here in Avon, and some other pups and sea mullet scattered around the island, with some reports of rays and skates as well. Jesse and family had a great week hanging out with the kiddos on the soundside, catching plenty of pinfish and having fun! Looks like it was a great time! Thanks for sharing! We still have some fresh jumbo mullet in the coolers, come get 'em while you can! We are open until 5! And don't forget you can visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com

fishingreport #hookedonfanfFRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/15/25 The wind has been blowing pretty strongly most of the day, with a chance of rain tonight. Up at Oregon Inlet heard of blues and puppy drum. The Rodanthe area had sharks, bluefish, and blowtoads. The Point had some big drum overnight and again this morning. Frisco Beach reported sea mullet and puppy drum. Jamie and Phillip had a good day on 38 with bluefish. Oliver is enjoying retirement and catching drum. Jody foind a nice bluefish today. Thank you guys for sharing your photos!!! We got a load of CTS Vaportrails from Nicks Custom Rods, there are some beauts in there. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS' FISHING REPORT FOR 4/14/25 It has been a nice day here on the island, the wind is starting to pick up a bit. Here in Avon we heard of blowtoads, sea mullet, and bluefish. The Point had bluefish on metal this morning. Ramp 49, we heard of a good blowtoad bite along with sea mullet. Mark caught a nice bluefish to help celebrate his birthday. Oliver caught a pretty 38" drum. Andy caught 2) 35" drum at the Point. Nice fish fellas. We are here daily from 7am-5pm with new merchandise arriving daily. Always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRANS FISHING REPORT - 4/13/2025 It's been a beautiful day here on the island! High 50's, wind out of the Northwest. Rodanthe has reported scattered Sea Mullet and Blue Fish. Avon has reports of Puppy drum. Cape Point has reported Sharks, Blue Fish, and Puppy drum. Ramp 49 (Frisco) has reported Sea Mullet. Ron reported a beautiful 42 inch drum off Ocracoke. Brett also caught a nice one today. Vinny & his crew caught some nice big blues on Friday and some drum yesterday and today. We are here Sunday-Thursday 7am-5pm and 7am-7pm on Friday & Saturday. We are stocked with fresh bait. We are always available online at www.hatteras-island.com.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/12/26 It has been a chilly overcast day here on the island. The northern beaches have reported sea mullet and puppy drum. The Point has had a few large drum and yearling-sized fish. Down at 49 we heard of sea mullet, puppy drum, and bluefish. Kirk caught a nice 31" drum and Robert is fulfilling a lifelong dream with his nice drum from just north of town. Dan caught a nice 30" red at Ramp 55. We are here till 7pm and then 7am-5pm Sun-Thurs. Always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/11/25

Today we went from sun, to rain showers, then sun again to wrap up a beautiful evening! We have reports of bluefish, puppy drum, sharks and skates today, ranging from the tri-villages and Rodanthe Pier to Buxton. TC, Todd, and Oliver had a very successful day; TC with a 33.5 inch blue, Todd with his first ever red, and Oliver with a nice red. Troy and family tore up the reds yesterday at ramp 34, Troy saying "we caught 11 in about 4 hours." Dave and Brenda also got some nice ones, catching 29 and 32 inch red around ramp 30 using our fish finder rigs and cut mullet! Pretty work, everyone! Awesome catches. Once again we got in more fresh mullet for the weekend. Come get 'em while they're here! We open at 7am and are open tonight and tomorrow night until 7pm, and open Sunday-Thursday from 7am-5pm, and you can visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/10/25

Weeeee're baaaaaack! After the internet outage and not being able to post a fishing report yesterday, we bring tidings of good drum! Most of our reports have come from the tri-villages and Avon, and we are hearing there were a couple of drum bites over the last couple of days on ramp 27 and on ramp 34, as well as others scattered throughout Avon. There have also been reports of sea mullet in Rodanthe and Avon. Troy and Hein caught some nice reds last night! Thanks for sharing the pictures, guys. pretty work! We just got in some fresh mullet and have fresh shrimp in stock, so come and grab what you need to get out there and fish, and don't forget to visit us or shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/8/25 Well, hello winter, it's been a bit chilly here on the island today, and that seems to have had a negative impact. Fishing has been slow across most of the island. The Bonner Bridge has been catching bluefish and a few small sheepshead. Rodanthe Pier has had a number of big drum and a few sea mullet. Avon Beach has seen a couple sea mullet, bluefish, and sharks. A handful of big drum and yearling drum were caught in the darkness last night. Have not heard anything from the South Beach or the inlet. The weather looks better for the next few days, and the water temperature remains good. Rick and AB with their drum. Nice work guys!! We have fresh mullet and shrimp and tons of frozen bait. New items are arriving daily. Come say "hi". We are here daily from 7am-5pm Sun-Thus and 7am-7pm Fri and Sat and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/7/25 Yesterday's free exfoliation was so popular that Mother Nature ran it back today. It's been blowing 25mph to 35 mph for most of the day. There have been a few fish caught today. Here in Avon, we heard of a few sea mullet and bluefish. The Point area had a few big drum late night. There have been a few puppy drum and bluefish on the sound side. The wind is supposed to drop out and switch to the NW tomorrow. Big time congratulations to Colton on his first drum. Great job buddy!!! Oliver got himself a really nice 36" drum today. We got a few more photos of Gavin and Alex from a few days ago with drum from the point. We are here daily from 7am-5pm Sun-Thur and 7am-7pm Fri-Sat and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/6/25 It's a great day to fly a kite or get a free exfoliation.It'ss sunny and blowing in the mid 20mph range with gust over 30mph. There have been a few fish; the beach here in Avon had a few puppy drum and sea mullet. The sound side has had a few bluefish and puppy drum behind the shop. Cape Point had a big drum bite at sunset last night and a few in the early hrs this morning. Travis found a few drum last night, he got a 35" and a nice 44". Dereck got himself a big 45" of Rodanthe Pier yesterday. Shannon had a pretty 29" on ramp 34 yesterday. Gavin and Alex did work at the Point and had several citations between them. Wayne and Gavin also got in on the fun at the Point. Thanks everyone, for sharing your photos, and yall put some pretty fish on the beach!! If you want to be featured on the fishing report, email us @ frankandfransavon@gmail. Just a reminder, we have FREE air, and it's available 24/7. It's located on the north side of the building. We are here daily at 7am til 5pm except for FRI and SAT we are open till 7pm. Always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

#It's been a bit breezy on the island today with SW winds at 20mph. Bonner Bridge Pier had a few puppy drum and small sheepshead. The northern beaches have had sea mullet, grey trout, bluefish, and puppy drum. The Point had good rum last night, today has been blues and sharks. Down at the inlet, we heard of blues, blowtoads, and sea mullet. Lots of great photos today. Karis caught her biggest drum ever with a rig she tied herself on shrimp she bought here. A nice 27" fish. Last night Ross and Harrison fished the Point with the rods and reels they purchased here, and they caught some real nice drum, nice work fellas. Hein and Troy also got in on the drum action at the Point as well. Way to go, guys. Blake and his dog Cheese caught a Hammerhead on ramp 23. Pretty cool. Shop team member Randy T caught a few drum at the Point yesterday. Thanks for all of the photos yall. Send us your photos at farnkandfransavon@gmail. We are here till 7 tonight and 7-5 the rest of the week and always open online at @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/4/25

Another great day out there with reports of sharks, some sea mullet, and pups and yearling reds out there (most were reported last night); lots of our reports are once again from the point and to the north of Buxton. We got a few good pictures today, including Cayson's first red drum, a 35 incher caught on fresh mullet at the point! Nice work, buddy! Tim S. sent in some good pictures of sharks he caught and released just north of Buxton! Thanks for sharing! We have plenty of fresh mullet and shrimp, lead and rigs. We are open until 7pm, so come see us and grab what you need! We are open every day; our hours Sunday-Thursday are 7am-5pm, and Fridays and Saturdays we are open 7am-7pm. You can also visit us and shop online for gear at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 4/3/25

It's been a bit windy today with some strong currents, but we're looking forward to a beautiful first half of the weekend here, with temperatures in the mid-70s and some sunshine. Sunday looks to be pretty windy with winds coming from the southwest. Today we have had reports of blues and puppy drum scattered about, but most reports we have received are from here in Avon. There have also been quite a few sharks about. Jacob sent us a picture of this beautiful red he caught here in Avon this morning on mullet and a rig from here at the shop! Rachel sent in some pictures of Ricky and son Cannon, saying, "We caught these yesterday using rigs we picked up from you. 29 and 31 inch reds and five nice blues." Blair from Virginia caught his first drum this morning! Pretty work, everyone! Thank you for sharing with us! We have plenty of beautiful fresh cob mullet and shrimp. Come see us! We close at 5 tonight, but starting tomorrow will be open on Fridays and Saturdays from 7am-7pm. Sunday-Thursday we are open 7am-5pm. You can also visit us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN’S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 4/2/25

What a beautiful day on the island! We heard several reports of puppy drum, bluefish, sea mullet and a few blowtoads. All of which, make for great eating! In our photographic lineup tonight we have Coleman with 2 pups and 1 black drum, Cheri and Matthew from Charlottesville, Va with bluefish and a drum as well as Michael with a 28” drum caught at ramp 23, Kayla and Jordyn with catches from the Point and George with several nice catches!

Thanks to everyone for sharing their pics and being ! This is what fresh bait will get ya!

Come and check us out daily from 7am-5pm and always online at www.hatteras-island.com.

Send us your pics at frankandfransavon@gmail.com and be a part of our daily

The results of that new CTS purchase by Jake yesterday are in! On his third cast he caught this sweet bluefish! Congratulations Jake!

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FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 4/1/25 It has been a nice day on the island today, moderate N winds and temp in the low 60s. We have heard of puppy drum and sea mullet from 34 north to 23. The Point area has had bluefish in the 3# class, a few puppy drum, and sharks. South Beach down around 49, there have been bluefish along with a few mullet. Jake caught a nice puppy drum at the Point yesterday. Nice work. Chad caught a 45" drum on the north beach recently. Great fish. We have new items arriving daily, so be sure to stop by and check us out. We have fresh mullet and shrimp. We now have bloodworms in stock. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/31/25 The day started with heavy rain, which gave way to cloudy skies and fairly light winds. If you like variety, today has been the day for you. Up at Jennette's Pier, they were hooking GIANT Bluefin Tuna, and they also had a large drum. At Oregon Inlet Bridge, they had small sheepshead and a puppy drum. The beach between Avon and Rodanthe has had good sea mullet and a few puppy drum. The Point had a bluefish this morning and scattered puppy drum throughout the day. Hatteras Inlet had bluefish and puppy drum. Mick caught a nice 45" drum yesterday afternoon. his first big one, congrats!! Brandon and Bondi got it done with a nice 30" drum from down in Hatteras. We have plenty of fresh mullet and fresh shrimp, plus a freezer full of different baits. New items arriving daily, we are open daily, seven days a week from 7am-5pm. We are always open online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/30/2025 It has been a great day on the island, light thin clouds with a light sw wind. On the north beaches we have heard of bluefish, sea mullet and a few puppy drum. The Point had a few big drum late last night, and so far today has been covered in sharks. South beach has had a few puppy drum, and sea mullet. Hatteras Inlet had the 1st pompano of the season this morning, a nice 1.5#. We have Adam with a nice sandbar shark on ramp 34. Sturg found a nice puppy drum on ramp 55. Mike caught a bunch of sea mullet on ramp 27 yesterday. Last Tuesday Zack found a large black drum down on south beach, ramp 49. Brandon from WVa caught a nice shark and his son had a good croacker as well. Drew got himself a puppy drum on ramp 23. Nice to see so many smiling faces catching fish. Thanks for sharing the photos yall. Please send photos via facebook or frankandfransavon@gmail.com We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 03/29/2025 It has been a beautiful day here on the island, sw winds at 15-18mph and high thin clouds. The northern beaches have been seeing sea mullet action with consistent numbers of 16" being caught; some puppy drum and big drum are also showing. If you aren't catching in your hole, move and try somewhere else. The Point has been shark city, all the large sandbar sharks you could ask for. The Inlet we heard of a few blowtoads and bluefish. We currently have fresh mullet and shrimp, along with all the frozen bait you could need. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com We have Taylor from Va with a nice puppy drum @23". Wyatt caught himself a nice big sandbar shark today around the point area. Thanks for sharing the photos fellas.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/28/25

Wow, what an absolutely gorgeous day! It's been very warm but a little windy. All we have heard of today are blowtoads here in Avon again and some sea mullet in Avon and Frisco. Daniel caught a nice toad today! Our own Randy T. got some nice drum on the boat yesterday, and Captain Sam Bell of Tightlinez Charters had a successful day, putting his charter on some puppy drum. More rods have come in, including some Toadfish 10'6, rated 1-4oz. Come see us and check them out! We have plenty of fresh bait for the weekend. Come on out and enjoy the weather! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at our website, www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/27/25

It's been beautiful out today, and the water has been kind of flat in places, but there have been sea mullet and blowtoads reported here in Avon and in Frisco, including this nice one caught by Glenn! North of Avon has had skates and sharks. We have plenty of fresh bait available and rigs for anything you're fishing for!

Your laugh of the day is provided by: Tim! Don't want to smell fishy before going fishing? We've got you covered. Hazmat suits and gloves provided to pick out your mullet (just kidding on the hazmat suit, but we do have a glove! ?) Come see us! We are open every day of the week from 7am-5pm, and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/26/25

It's been a gorgeous day, but we haven't heard much other than sharks in each village today. Dennis from Virginia shared this picture from yesterday of a nice shark he caught when he was fishing behind the motels in Buxton. Nice catch! We have plenty of bait, be it fresh, frozen or artificial, and we got in some fresh mullet of several sizes, ranging from fingers to cobs! Come grab some while it's here! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop or follow us online at www.hatteras-island.com

Can't catch fish on the couch... and you can't use the excuse of not having any bait! ?We've got fresh mullet, shrimp, a variety of frozen bait, and several colors/flavors of Fishbites. Come get it and head to the beach on this beautiful day??

As always, you can send your fish pictures to us at frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook/Instagram, so you can be on the

#hatterasisland #freshmullet

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/25/25 It has been a beautiful day here on the island. There have been light winds and clear high pressure. On the beaches here in Avon, we heard of a few blow toads, sea mullet, and puppy drums. The Point had a few puppy drums, yearlings, and at least one big drum. Ramp 49 has had a few nice sea mullet and blow toads. Hatteras Inlet reported bluefish and sea mullet. The weather is shaping up to be great for the rest of the week, and the weekend looks very fishy. This is a Rutgers sea surface temperature image. The warm water is here, let the catching begin. We are open daily 7am-5pm, so be sure to stop in for fresh bait and all of our new design t-shirts. New items arriving daily. Always open online at www.hatteras-inlet.com Rutgers image can be found here https://hatteras-island.com/info/ Morgan put in work today catching a 48" drum, nicely done!!

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/24/25 The day started out beautiful and then the rain and wind came. It should continue through the next few hrs then turn a little colder with light N winds. The weather is shaping up for a great weekend of catching. The catching today has been pretty limited, with a few puppy drum between Avon and Rodanthe. Sharks at the Point and sea mullet and puppy drum on Ramp 49. Isabella caught her first shark and a MONSTER it was. Nice work young lady. Not to be out down bothers Reiner, Henry, and Oliver had a blast catching some BIG sandbar sharks down at ramp 55. Love the younger generation being involved in the sport. Danny snuck an over-slot drum on the Point yesterday, well done sir. We have fresh mullet in, along with a ton of different frozen baits. We are here daily from 7am-5pm or always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

It is a beautiful day to get some beautiful mullet! Come and get 'em so you can catch some fish and be featured on the

#freshmullet #hatterasisland

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/23/25 It's been a bit windy and a little chilly, but fishing has been pretty good. We heard of puppy drum and blow toads in Avon. Puppy drums and blow toads on ramp 43. Down at 55 more puppy drum and sharks. Scattered bluefish were reported from the Point south. Still have new products rolling in daily, stop on by and take a look see, or visit us online @ www.hatteras-island.com Alex and his buddy had a good weekend with more puppy drum and sharks today. Ethan caught a mess of toads and a nice puppy drum. Thanks for the photos fellas.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/22/2025

This wind is wicked today! That hasn't stopped a few troopers from getting out there and in on some of the early spring drum action! Alex and family lucked out today on catching some beautiful mullet down in Hatteras!

Andreas and family are all the way here from Germany and were the first folks to report to us a soundside catch of a bluefish! Thanks for the reports guys!

We're getting in LOTS of new products every day. Come in daily to check out all the fantastic new products and get . Want to be part of our ? Send us your pics to frankandfransavon@gmail.com!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/21/2025

It was chilly yesterday but we had report of puppy drum at ramps 27, 44 and 55 all caught on fresh mullet. We also heard of scattered sea mullet from ramps 43 down to 55 on shrimp and Fishbites.

Billy caught this nice red drum with mullet from Frank & Fran's Fisherman's Friend yesterday at ramp 55. Nice job Billy!

If you stopped in yesterday afternoon you probably saw we had a mess going on with several pallets of new merchandise arriving. Well, the team knocked it out and the shop is back in shape and looking good so stop in and see what is new!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/20/25

Chester is on a roll again! Today we have reports of puppy drum to the south of Buxton, including the one in the picture! North of Buxton was quite rough today and not too easy to fish. We have plenty of fresh shrimp in stock and a variety of frozen baits. Wind looks to shift around tomorrow to come from the NW and hopefully there will be some more reports! Come see us and check out our new products we've been getting in! We are open from 7am-5pm, and you can look at what we have and shop online as well, at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/19/2025

Much nicer out today, but reports were slow. A couple puppy drum, sharks, and skates out there. If you have awesome pictures of your catches, send them to frankandfransavon@gmail.com or through Facebook or Instagram, we would love to share them!

Today we filled up the humidor with all of your favorites, plus a bunch of new options! Come check it out and grab a few to enjoy as the weather keeps getting better.

Keep an eye out for all the new stuff we are getting in so you can stock up! We are open 7am-5pm daily.

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 3/18/2025 Despite today's chilly winds from the North, the excitement is just heating up around here for our 2025 season! The wind is set to calm down a little tomorrow and the reports are starting to pickup. Today we had reports from Avon and Frisco, including a nice puppy drum reeled in by 13-year-old Bodi Silva Ramp 49. Chester landed a couple impressive 32" and 34" drums, along with some tasty sea mullet. We're buzzing with preparations, stocking up on all the latest gear for the season. New items are arriving daily! With winter nearly behind us, it's time to start dreaming of those fish-filled days ahead. Check out the latest gear and get inspired at www.hatteras-island.com. The fish are waiting, and we are ready!

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FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR St. PATRICKS DAY 3/17/25 It's been a windy rainy day on the island. Only had a few anglers stop in for bait today so far, the wind is dropping out and the weather looks much better for tomorrow. We have fresh mullet and all the frozen bait to meet your needs. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and are always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com Frank and Frans team member Randy T snuck out and found a few drum recently. #hookedonfand

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/15/25

After a chilly and foggy morning, the sun and warmth came through this afternoon and recently gave way to some rain showers. We've heard the same story we have been hearing; puppy drum here and there, mostly reported from Buxton to the Tri-Villages. Our own Randy T. got this nice pup a couple of days ago, and Dean caught a nice one today in Buxton at the point! We've got lots of fresh shrimp and mullet and plenty of other baits, too! Come see us and grab what you need to get out there and fish! We are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can shop and visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/14/25

It was pretty chilly today, but tomorrow looks to be warmer! Today we heard of sharks, a few bluefish, and puppy drum scattered about the beaches from Buxton to the Tri-Villages. Dean sent in some pictures of a seal he saw in Buxton at the point, and Den sent a picture of his wife Stefanie with her puppy drum she caught Tursday afternoon at Ramp 49! We have more beautiful cob mullet that came in, and plenty of fresh shrimp. Come see us and grab some bait! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can visit us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/12/25 Wow, what a beautiful day! No reports as of yet for today, but we got a great picture of Andrew with his puppy drum he caught yesterday at Ramp 27. Nice work! We just got in some really pretty fresh cob mullet, and we have fresh shrimp, so come and get it! We are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can visit us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/11/25 It was rocking and rolling on the island last night with wind up to 60mph and heavy rain. It is now beautiful outside, the wind is dropping out and the sun is shining. Have heard of scattered puppy drum from the beaches here in Avon, the Point, and the Inlet. The Inlet also had bluefish and a few sea mullet. We have a NEW PRODUCT ALERT. FUEL KEG, a refillable 1lb propane tank, it is perfect for your beach grill. Weather looks great for the next few days, fishing is going to be good. We have fresh mullet, shrimp and a large assortment of frozen bait. We are here daily from 7am-5pm, always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/10/25 It has been a bit cloudy today and the wing is starting to pick up. It is supposed to blow pretty good tonight and the early part of the day tomorrow. Once that is done it's going to turn beautiful and fishy. We have heard of a few bluefish down in Hatteras, and a few puppy drum in Buxton. Whether you tie your own rigs or prefer our own hand-tied rigs we have what you need. Spring fishing is about to explode so stop by and get geared up. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

UPDATE: Just heard there have been several yearling drum at the point.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/9/25 It has been a bright sunny day here on the island, highs were in the mid 50's. We heard of a few puppy drum, bluefish and sea mullet scattered about. Did not sound like it was hot and heavy anywhere. It took Jean about 15 minutes to catch this nice puppy drum today down in Buxton. We are making drum fishing great again with the One More Cast Drum Rig, along with the full line of One More Cast rigs. The coming week looks great, take your PTO or we can write you a doctor's note. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and are always open online @hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/8/25

What a gorgeous day it's turned out to be! We have reports of black drum in north Avon today, and a few bluefish and puppy drum in Rodanthe caught on shrimp and mullet. Some very small croaker here and there, caught on bloodworm Fishbites. We have fresh shrimp in stock, so come grab some and go fishing! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/7/25

No fish to report so far today, but... We're having more and more products come in to start the season! If you haven't seen our new apparel designs, stop in and stock up on this year's t-shirts, sunshirts, and more! We have debuted a few designs already, but there's one more on the way, so stay tuned! Come see us and see what we've got; we are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can check out our new apparel at https://hatteras-island.com/frank-frans-apparel/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/6/25

We were mostly cloudy and a little chillier today than yesterday, but we had some moments of nice sunshine! Today, we heard of some puppy drum at Ramps 27 and 32 and Ramp 49 in Frisco. We have fresh mullet available, so come grab some and hit the beach! And, ?RESTOCK ALERT? Vudu Shrimp are back in stock! It features a kevlar weave inside for durability, and the tail movement is very realistic and looks great to people and fish alike! come check them out in store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or online at www.hatteras-island.com https://hatteras-island.com/vudu-e-vs20-shrimp/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 3/5/25

No fish to report today, but a nasty, windy, and rainy day like today is a perfect opportunity to get those rods and reels ready for the spring if you haven't already! We have a variety of products for doing just that, including rod & reel cleaner, reel oil and grease, and even some eye kits to replace broken or missing eyes, and glue to replace rod tips! Come check out what we have; we are open every day from 7am-5pm, or shop online for these products and more at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/4/25 It has been a wonderful spring-like day here on the island. We have heard of a few puppy drum on the northern beaches and a few black drum around ramp 55. Some folks came in earlier and were going to give the sound a shot, haven't heard back from them though. The water temp at the Point was 52 yesterday afternoon, the puffers and sea mullet aren't too far away!!! We received a new product today. Rope-handled buckets with our new 2025 dog design, we have them in seafoam, pink, and tan. They really do look great. We have fresh mullet in stock as of just a few hrs ago. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/3/25 It has been a chilly day with bright blue high-pressure skies. The phones and internet were down most of the day and we did not hear of anything caught today but would be willing to bet puppies were caught on north beach. We got a 50# of tuna belly into today. The weather looks great after Thursday. We are here daily from 7am-5pm always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 3/2/25 It has been a sunny, cold, and windy day here on the island. We have not heard of any fish being caught today. However, Jon B. found a few big drum, some of the first this season. The weather for next weekend is looking great and looks fishy. We will be going to the 6th Annual Heaver Demo Day on March 8th. Come on by and try some new rods, we will have rods, reels, line, and tshirts. https://www.facebook.com/events/1087235306511242 We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/28/2025

No fish to report today but... Our latest Frank & Fran’s apparel designs have arrived! ? Now available in infant, toddler, youth, and adult sizes up to 4X Tall, these fresh styles bring your love for fishing and Hatteras Island to life.

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/27/2025

Enjoying this warm weather today despite the wind, however, we are not enjoying this pollen! Looks like it'll be cooling off after today, and getting cold again this weekend. There were reports of puppy drum in Avon today, but no reports from the south beaches.

Not only are we getting new products in, we are making new products! We've got plenty of sand flea imposters in stock, along with a wide selection of other F&F double drop bottom rigs. Get stocked up before the fish start biting so you're ready! Check them out at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-double-drop-bottom-rig-updating/

Open daily 7am-5pm

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FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/26/2025

Such a nice day out, we have had the door to the shop open all day letting in the fresh air! There were a few puppy drum caught on the northern beaches today. The wind is going to pick up a bit tomorrow out of the SW and it's still going to stay on the warmer side for a couple days.

Slowly but surely, products are beginning to make their way here, today we filled up on Hopkins ranging from 1/8 oz to 3 oz. Check them out at https://hatteras-island.com/hopkins-fishing-lures-co/

Keep an eye out for our new F&F apparel for 2025! It is coming soon and it's gonna be great ??

We are open 7am-5pm daily, come see us!

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It's gonna be a beautiful day, come and get 'em and head to the beach! We will be here until 5pm ??

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/25/25 It has been a nice day on the island, with mild temps and very light wind. Have heard of scattered puppy drum from the jetties, the point, south beach, and the inlet. The water is clear and people can see small schools of fish and throw into them. The weather looks good for the next few, come on down. We have another new product alert, Quantum Strive combo. Featuring a 7 ft graphite composite rod, HD304m guides. The reel is a sealed aluminum frame with 5 ball bearings, carbon fiber drag, be a great trout or puppy drum combo. It can be found at www.hatteras-island.com We are here every day of the week from 7am-5pm. #hoookedonfandf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/24/25 It has been another nice day here on the island, perhaps too nice. Blue skies, light winds, and temps in the mid 50's.We did not get a single report of a fish. Heard the bluefins were still chewing very well out of Hatteras Inlet. Scotch Bonnet hunting was fairly good too. NEW PRODUCT ALERT. Sumo Suction mount rod racks are in!!! A nice alternative to the traditional bumper rack. Check them out https://hatteras-island.com/sumo-suction-mount-rod-holder/ We are here daily from 7am-5pm, stop by and say "hi"

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/23/25 It's been a surprisingly nice day here today. Light winds, blue skies with mild temps. We heard of a few puppies down at the inlet. Yesterday's bite down there was pretty good too. Rumors of a few big bluefish are floating around. The MAN was back in action yesterday. Chester with that big smile and big puppy, 26". Nice work sir. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and have everything you need to go catch your own puppy drum. Visit us online at www.hatteras-island.com.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/22/25

It's been beautiful and sunny today, and not as cold and windy! A great day to fish! Hatteras Inlet and Buxton are where we've been hearing reports of puppy drum today. It looks like the weather will be warmer and mostly sunny through next week; there are only a few chances of rain at the moment. We've got a fish pic today! Pam sent in a picture of Curtis at Ramp 55 with a nice pup! Good catch! If you would like to be featured in our fishing report, email us a picture to FrankandFransAvon@gmail.com, or send it to us on Facebook or Instagram! We are open 7 days a week from 7am-5pm and you can find us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/21/25

Today was a cold one, but we had clear sunny skies. There were some reports of puppy drum from the point in Buxton yesterday, and I haven't heard from all the way down South today, but with this cold weather, they're likely at Hatteras Inlet as well.

Yesterday: cups, today: coolers! We've restocked Orca coolers, both rotomold and soft-sided. And, there's a saleon the rotomolds for 20% off! Come see what we have in-store (open daily from 7am-5pm) or online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=orca%20coolers

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/20/25

Once again, nothing to report today ? We heard of some people trying down at Ramp 55 but nothing biting. On the plus side, we've restocked on Orca products to keep your drinks warm (or cold!) From tumblers to martini glasses, we've got it all. Come see all the designs in person! The store is open seven days a week from 7am-5pm, and you can shop Orca with us online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=orca

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/19/25

Nothing to report today other than chilly, rainy weather. If you need to get out of the house for a bit, come see us and check out the new Reel Glow products we're carrying! Get rid of over-bright headlamps and grab a Reel Glow blacklight to clip onto your rod! The smaller clip-on is to illuminate your reel, and the larger clips onto your sand spike and comes with a blacklight flashlight to help you see your rod! Check 'em out in-store (we are open 7 days a week from 7am-5pm) or online at https://hatteras-island.com/reel-glo-sand-spike-reel-illumiator-updating/ and https://hatteras-island.com/reel-glo-reel-illuminator-updating/

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/18/25 It's been a pretty day though a bit chilly. We will have a bit of wind and rain in the next few days. Hopefully, the drop in temps will cause the puppy drum to get more active again. As for today, I haven't heard of anything other than dogsharks. We are here daily from 7am-5pm. If your hat gets blown off in the next couple of days we have you covered, from huk, blacktip, and Frank and Frans @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/17/25 It has been a much nicer day than the weatherman called for. Bright blue skies and light to moderate wind today here on the island. The fishing on the other hand was not great, we heard of very little. The shelling was good if you wanted to find a few scotch bonnets. We just received more Angles Aluminum rod racks today https://hatteras-island.com/surf-mate-044-jr-8-rod-cooler-rack/ We have a bit of a cold snap coming up this week, last time that happened the drum bit pretty good. We are here 7 days a week from 7am-5pm.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/16/25 It has been a pretty weathery day here on the island, wind has been a steady 30mph with gusts over 40mph. Rain, we had a bunch of that too. Everything should calm down tonight, nice pretty day tomorrow though a bit colder. There have been a few puppy drum around, Marco caught his first one yesterday. GREAT JOB buddy. His dad managed a few as well and the ladies found some scotch bonnets and whelks. We are running a great promo right now, buy a Guy Cotton splash top, pair of bibs, or pants and receive a free Guy Cotten sweatshirt or sun shirt free. That is a $56-$68 value!!! https://hatteras-island.com/# We are here daily from 7am-5pm

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/15/25

It's been very nice out today with warm temps and sunshine, but there was no word on anything biting. Tomorrow looks to be warm, but very windy with some rain. If the weather is too nasty to fish, shop! Come visit us and check out our awesome products, like the Korker Fish Flops and Fish Mocs! Strut in style and comfort with these shoes or flip flops which have arch support to keep your feet happy! Come try on a pair and see for yourself! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, or you can shop for them online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=korkers

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/14/25

Today we've had some beautiful clear skies, but it's chilly out! There are reports of puppy drum all the way down at Hatteras Inlet, still primarily being caught on jigs, but some on bottom rigs with shrimp as well. Show your love of fishing this Valentine's Day by treating yourself or the one you love to an awesome filet knife to clean and enjoy the fish you catch! Sord Fishing Products makes amazing knives for fileting, cutting bait, and more. With a G10 handle, a carbon steel blade with an anti-corrosive coating, and a lifetime warranty to go along with it, one of these knives is a must-have fishing accessory! Come look at them in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/sord-fishing-products-knives/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 2/13/2025

New goal for 2025: be more like Chester. He got another one yesterday and we love to see it! Windy and rainy here today, with some warmer temps, but no reports. Looks like tomorrow will be a bit cooler and without rain. We are looking forward to some warm days and sun ?

?NEW for 2025: we are now selling ES Lures online individually, by color! Of course, we still have the variety box too. Check them out at https://hatteras-island.com/es-lures/

We will be here 7am-5pm daily, come and see us!

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/12/25

Not much of a report down on the island today; it's been pretty cool, nasty and rainy. But we're dreaming of spring! Get ready for spring fishing with us by stocking up on rigs, jigs, and lures! Some of our most popular jigs are the Frisky Fins Sheepshead Jigs. With a variety of weights and colors, these jigs are perfect for attracting sheepshead and holding up to their bite! Come see us in-store and check them out; we are open daily from 7am-5pm. Or you can shop for them online at https://hatteras-island.com/frisky-fins-knocker-jig/

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/10/25 It has been a cold, rainy, and windy day on the island. The wind has been 25mph out of the NE, and it did very little to help the fishing. We haven't gotten a report from anyone today. Our main man Chester caught a nice puppy drum yesterday. The man is a machine! Ya'll, don't forget Valentine's Day is four days away. Still need the perfect gift? Look no further than www.hatteras-island.com. Gift Cards are perfect for any occasion. We are here daily from 7am-5pm. #hookedofandf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/9/25 There has been a little bit of rain today followed by a wind shift to the NE. We have heard of a few fish, Alex caught a mess of spiny dogfish yesterday. Last night Alex won numerous awards at the Cape Hatteras Anglers Club annual meeting for his catches from 2024. Way to go Sir!! Christian and his fiance went to Ocracoke and landed a very nice puppy drum!!!! Good work ya'll. If you watching the game tonight, enjoy. We are here daily from 7am-5pm. We can also be found at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/8/25 It's been a rather overcast day with a few showers. The reports we are getting sound pretty slow out there today. A few scattered fish around the inlets and all the dogfish you could want. For all the cigar fans, the shop did receive a shipment. We have some old favorites back in stock as well as some new flavors to try out. We are here daily from 7am-5pm M-Sun and always open online @hatteras-island.com #hookedonfanf

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/7/25

We've had folks coming out to get bait and tackle and enjoy the warm, sunny day, but haven't heard any reports today. Looking forward to next week, we have some rain in the forecast, so now is the time to take advantage of our Frogg Togg jacket sale! Come see the selection of lightweight but warm durable rainwear in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, and try one on to get the perfect fit, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/sale-items/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/6/25

It warmed up some and the sun has broken through for the afternoon. We didn't hear any reports today, but there are likely still sea mullet, blowtoads, and puppy drum down to the south. We have restocked D&N Sand Spikes! Well-made, lightweight, and durable, these are the perfect sand spikes to keep your rods out of the waves. Come check them out in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or order them online at https://hatteras-island.com/deerfield-ninja-sandspikes/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 2/5/25

It's been chilly and a bit dreary and cloudy today, and the wind has picked up throughout the day from the NE but is supposed to die down some and switch SSW for tomorrow. We have reports of puppy drum, black drum, and some sea mullet in Buxton, and pups down at the inlet in Hatteras still as well. And, ??RESTOCK ALERT!!!?? We have restocked Ninja Daggers and Bombers! Come check them out in store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/ninja-tackle-133-dagger-bomber-surf-rod/

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/4/25 It's been a pretty nice day here on the island, blue sky, winds not howling. There have even been a few fish around. A few puppy drum at Oregon Inlet, a few red and black drum down in Buxton, and still a few puppy drum down in Hatteras. We recieved a few pallets worth of product from Anglers Aluminum. We have more pier/beach carts, sandflea rakes, sand spikes, large polly orange wheels, vinyl cart liners, diamond bottom plates, and more. Angler's products can be found @ www.hatteras-island.com we are here 7 days a week from 7am-5pm

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/3/25 It's been a foggy day here on the island, with very light wind. We heard of a few puppy drum up toward Oregon Inlet and a few puppies down at Hatteras Inlet. Overall fairly slow though. We have a warm stretch coming up, 5 out of the next 6 days are 60deg or higher. Cant beat that in February!! We a bit of an Akios restock today F15's in green and blue, along with 656 CTM Green Obx version. We are here daily from 7am-5pm daily and always open online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/2/25 It has been pretty overcast today and looks like it could rain, but the wind has died out a bit. We have heard of a pew puppy drum and black drum in Buxton. We also heard of a handful of puppy drum down in Hatteras. Yet another CTS left for a new home today. A spinning 1205 made by Nick's Custom Rods is heading to Richmond. We have a few 60-degree days coming up this week. Call in sick and let's go fishing!! We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com #letsgofishing

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 2/1/25 We had some pretty good rain overnight, which gave way to clear skies but a stronger NE wing today. We heard puppy drum from both inlets today, and the Point had a few black drum as well. The water temperature is rebounding nicely from last week's storm, so fishing should continue to trend in the right direction. The CTS rods from Nick's Custom Rods are starting to fly out of here. From online orders; to phone orders or good old-fashioned in-store orders, do not miss your chance to get that rod you want. Drum season will be soon!! We have 1205s( both spinning and conventional, 1303s (both spinning and conventional), 1305s, and 1306s in stock. A beautiful 1205 left today to start its new life. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/31/2025

It's been a beautiful warm day! It feels like spring outside! Even our snail is enjoying the weather, riding some waves in his tank!? There are quite a few people here to enjoy the warmth for the weekend and lots of fishing going on. Once more, we have reports of puppy drum in Hatteras at the inlet mostly being caught on grubs. Come in and grab some bait and head out there to fsh and enjoy the weather! Don't for get to grab a cigar from our walk-in humidor! We are open daily from 7 am - 5 pm, and you can find us and shop online at www.hatteras-island.com. #finecigars

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/30/25

Today has been warmer and beautiful, with some puppy drum down at the inlet in Hatteras, still being caught on shrimp and grubs. Our own Randy T. caught this pretty pup earlier today! Good catch! We have fresh shrimp in stock and plenty of frozen baits and soft plastics. Come grab some! We are open daily from 7am-5pm and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/29/25

Today has been warm (-ish...if you're not in the wind!) and sunny and we have reports of puppy drum down in Hatteras at the inlet and in north Buxton. Most seem to be biting on grubs but some are being caught on shrimp and mullet as well. We've got plenty of shrimp, frozen mullet and jig heads and grubs available, so stop in and bait up. We also got a shipment of Xtratuf Boots in! Many styles and sizes! Come see us in-store open from 7am-5pm daily to check them out, or shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=xtratuf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/27/25 It has been a cloudy rainy day here on the island. We havent head of too much today. Still some puppy drum around the Point, and the inlet. The offshore guys are still catching bluefin, king mackerel and blackfin tuna. A fair amount of starfish, whelks and a few scotch bonnets have been found recently. We have a heat wave coming, 54 deg on Wed!! We have our Tormenter boardshorts on sale for 20% off https://hatteras-island.com/tormenter-waterman-board-short-updating/ We are here 7 days a week, 7am-5pm. #hookedonfanf

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/26/25 We had a nice warm-up today here on the island. Most of the snow is gone. The puppy drum bite today hasn't been as good as yesterday from what we are hearing, still some to be had though. The bluefin tuna is staying steady to downright amazing for the fleet out of Hatteras. It is also oyster season, some of the best oysters can be found right here on the island. Kinnakeet Oyster Company in Avon has some of the best. Check them out, they are at the harbor in the Avon Village. A Toadfish oyster knife and a dozen on the half shell is a great ending to the day. We are here 7am-5pm daily and always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/24/25

While it's not particularly warm, it's above freezing and the snow is disappearing rapidly! Some folks have been coming in to get bait and go fishing. We have reports of some puppy drum down in Hatteras but that's about all we've heard. As it warms up a bit, if you want to get out there and look for some drum, we have all the drum rigs of every size you could need, including our double drop rigs for pups, sea mullet, and more! You can get these rigs in-store, open daily from 7am-5pm, or shop for them online at https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-circle-hook-drum-slider-rig-2-pack/ https://hatteras-island.com/f-f-double-drop-bottom-rig-updating/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/23/25

There have been a few people out and about today, but no word as to anything biting. Joe had a go at fishing yesterday and braved the snow and wind! That's dedication! If you need some boots to go out in the snow, we've got just the ones! We have a large selection of sizes of both short and tall Lee Fischer boots! Perfect for walking through snow and slush and keeping your feet dry! We are open today until 5pm and are usually (unless there's a lot of snow! ?) open daily from 7am-5pm and you can shop with us online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/21/25 It has been cold, overcast, and windy, with a few snowflakes already falling. Did not hear of anything at all today, just too miserable out there. We did get a bunch of new Z-Man Fishing Products grubs and jig heads in today. Remember our "Make Fishing Great Again" 15% off sale is going on til the 27th. The online orders have been flying out of here!!! We might be here tomorrow, we might not depends on the weather. We are always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/20/25 It's been a bright sunny, yet cold day here on the island. We have a bit of snow forecast for tomorrow night, though you never know if we will actually see any. We did not hear much today about any fish being caught and we suspect it's because everyone is focused on the HUGE STOREWIDE "MAKE FISHING GREAT AGAIN" 15% off sale, (excludes custom rods and gift cards). The Discount applies to both online and in-store purchases from now til the 27th of Jan. We also have a few select Xtrauf boots on sale at $50 off. We will be here tomorrow and every day this winter from 7am-5pm. Come get some great deals. www.hatteras-island.com for your online needs.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/19/25 It's been pretty rainy out there most of the day. It looks like we're due for a cold snap soon. Haven't heard of much off the beaches today. The offshore guys are doing very well with Giant BlueFin tuna, some really nice BlackFin tuna, and the boats out of Hatteras are finding some nice King Mackeral as well. We have what you need to get through the Artic blast, from gloves to boots, to stocking caps, to coffee mugs we got ya covered. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatter-island.com.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/18/25

The temps are warmer today, but we've had some rain. A few people have braved the rain and reported puppy drum in Buxton and Hatteras, and there were some pups at the point yesterday. We have fresh shrimp available, so if you want to try fishing before it gets too cold in the next few days, come in and grab a bag! Speaking of the cold, we have just the thing to warm you up during the upcoming chill! Our F&F ceramic mugs are perfect for enjoying warm coffee, cocoa, or tea! Stop in and see us to check them out! We are open every day from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/17/25

We had some great weather today! There was sunshine and it was warm compared to what it has been on the island. There were reports of some puppy drum at Ramp 43 yesterday, though it sounds like most were just below slot size. At Hatteras Inlet, there have been puppy and black drum. If you're heading out to fish before the cold and nasty upcoming weather, stop in and grab some fresh shrimp! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/16/25

Woohooo, it warmed up a little for the day! Being out in the sun felt very nice this afternoon, and while I haven't heard anything much for today's fishing report, Hatteras Inlet is reportedly the place to try your luck for black drum and pups these last few days. If you're headed that way, stop in and grab some shrimp, Fishbites and jig heads and grubs for bait; and while you're here, check out the rest of the great products we carry! We have great sales going on in-store, and you can scout out items you may want to order during our upcoming Inaugural 15% Off Entire Website Sale, beginning January 20th! Our store is open daily from 7am-5pm, and our website is always available at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/15/25

Not too many are out fishing on this cold and windy day. The reports we have heard have been from Hatteras Inlet where there are some black drum and puppy drum. Shrimp and Fishbites are the bait of choice and we have plenty of both in stock (we restocked on Power Lime and Chartreuse E-Z Shrimp and E-Z Blue Crab today!) We also still have a sale on Blacktip H apparel, so stop in and see us to check it out today! We are open every day from 7am-5pm and you can shop online 24/7 at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/14/25 It has been a sunny, slightly warmer day here on the island. Have heard of a few puppy and black drum down at the inlet. Seems the puppy drum fishing is still pretty decent on Ocracoke. Those braving the pier at Oregon Inlet are finding a few sheepsheads. Korkers is known for extremely comfortable flip-flops but they also make amazing boat shoes and slip-ons. We carry a nice selection of both. As always we open from 7am-5pm 7 days a week. Always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/13/25 The day started out with a heavy frost and we made it up to the mid 40's with some nice sunshine. We did hear of black drum and puppy drum down in Hatteras. Chester found a puppy drum or two today. He always seems to find them. We have plenty of shrimp and fish bites, they have been the bait of choice as of late. We also have a wide variety of frozen bait in stock. We are here daily from 7am-5pm daily. Always open online @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHIN REPORT FOR 1/12/24..ER 25 The day started out chilly with clear skies and it will end that way too. We heard of a few puppy drum down in the Frisco and Hatteras areas. Also have been hearing of rumblings about puppy drum down on Ocracoke. Saint Nick @Nick's Custom Rods dropped off some new toys. He brought us some nice & shiny 1205s, 1305s and 1306s. Come and check them out here at the shop or online @ https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=nicks%20 We are here daily from 7am-5pm.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/11/25 This morning, it started out cold and rainy. Now, it's just cold, but it's sunny. We did not hear of anything caught today. Several groups of duck hunters have come through, and it seems they are doing well. The winter time shelling is picking up with more Scotch Bonnets starting to be found. Today's word of wisdom, be more like Amanda and less like Randy. Be ready for those rainy mornings. We have a rack of discounted Frogg Toggs, some brand new Frogg Toggs that just came in, and our Frank and Frans rain jackets. All of these are available at @www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/10/25

Not much of a fishing report again today, unfortunately. Still sharky with a few scattered sea mullet. But on the plus side, we've restocked some waders! Frogg Toggs Rana, Cascade and Hellbender waders have been restocked in several sizes. Each type has a different price point and some differences in style and material. Ranas are the least expensive option, are PVC, and while not insulated, they have great functionality without breaking the bank. Cascades are the next step up, with a middling price point, and they have a more comfortable steel-shanked boot and added protection at the seams to increase protection from water. The Hellbenders are the highest price point, but give you more bang for your buck, being breathable, having fleece-lined pockets, and boots lined with neoprene. If you're in need of a pair of waders, come see us and try some on to find out which style is best for you! We are open daily all winter from 7am-5pm, and you can shop online at https://hatteras-island.com/search.php?search_query=waders

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/9/25

Once again, it was pretty quiet out there today, with no reports of anything from those who visited the shop. Just a bit too cold to fish for very long! On that note, we got in some new Frogg Toggs jackets today! While they aren't meant for this cold weather, if you're planning ahead to the warmer seasons, these jackets are for you. Light, waterproof, and breathable, this camo jacket will not only keep you dry, but it looks pretty great, too! Come see us to try one on today! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can shop with us online at https://hatteras-island.com/frogg-togg-ftx-lite-jacket/

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/8/25

It's been fairly quiet for today's fishing report. The only thing I've heard is it's still pretty sharky out there, and very cold! Look forward to the warmer temperatures by grabbing a new beach chair to soak up the rays! These chairs are comfortable, with padded armrests, a padded seat, and a padded back. They are durable and can support 300lbs, have a cup holder, and fold up easily to go into their carry bag, which has an easy carry shoulder strap. The best part is the great low price point: just $29.99! Come on in and see us to grab one today! We are open daily from 7am-5pm, and you can check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/7/25 It's been a cold day on the island. Wind chills this morning were in the single digits. The fishing has been very slow for the few anglers who braved it. There are a few dog sharks, skates, and a very few scattered sea mullet. For those wanting to try their luck, we have a wide variety of frozen bait in stock. It's supposed to remain chilly for the next few days, however the wind is going to lay down a bit. We still have some froggtogg waders in stock, you will certainly need them this time of yr. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/6/25. It's actually pretty warm out there today, but that will change tonight. A few light showers have moved in. The only thing I heard about was a few mullet down at ramp 55 and dog sharks here on the northern beaches. Get ready to bundle up the next few days. We did get a restock on Lee Fisher Sports white ankle and calf boots today. We are here daily from 7am-5pm and always open online @ www.hatteras-island.com #hookedonfand

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/5/25 It's been another chilly day on the island. Fishing has been slow. I've heard of a few dog sharks and black drum scattered up and down the island. South beach was producing a few nice sea mullet. This time of year, wind direction and water temps are key. You can get all that info from our website: www.hatteras-island.com. Click on the info button at the top of the page to get Rutgers surface temperature satellite view and NOAA's marine forecast. We are here 7 days a week from 7am-5pm and always for online orders.

FRANK AND FRANS FISHING REPORT FOR 1/4/25 Still, cant used to the 2025 part yet. It's been a cold windy day here on the island. We heard of sheepshead and black drum on the Bonner Bridge Pier. There were some sharks on the point. Thats all we heard of. Looking like we are in for a cold week next week. That being said drum season will be here before long. Hokie Hoikie Hi colors on this Nick's Custom Rods 1306, it won't last long. You can order online and we can hold it here till you get here. https://hatteras-island.com/2025-nicks-custom-rods-cts-1306-updating/ We are here daily from 7am-5pm.

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/3/25

Still pretty sharky out there today, folks. We had a few reports of sea mullet from here in Avon and heard of one puppy drum report from Buxton, but other than that, our toothy friends are on the prowl and eating everyone's bait. We've got a good selection of frozen and artificial baits for any fish species, including sharks, so come stock up! ?RESTOCK ALERT!!!? We restocked some popular cigars today, including Trader Jack's Sunrise! Want a smooth, mellow, and slightly sweet smoke? Trader Jack's Sunrise Cigars are just that, for a great price point. We also restocked ACID, Deadwood Tobacco Company, and Macanudo cigars. Come see us and grab them while they're here! We are open daily in-store from 7am-5pm, and open online 24/7 at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT 1/2/25

Not a whole lot to report today, unless you like sharks! We hear the sharks are tearing it up all along the beach. Yesterday there were some decent black drum here in Avon as well as sharks.

Come in and see us and check out our sales! We've got some good ones going on, including the year-end sale on some of our F&F brand apparel! This sale includes some of our big and tall sizes! Get 'em before they're gone! You can also check us out online at www.hatteras-island.com

FRANK & FRAN'S HATTERAS ISLAND FISHING REPORT - 1/1/2025

We are closed today but I wanted to take a minute to say HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE and share some pics of anglers ending 2024 on a good note!

Oliver from Pennsylvania caught a nice black drum yesterday morning near the Avon Pier!

Brian sent us a picture of his 15” Keeper Black Drum on shrimp and said "Happy New Year’s Eve. Thanks for the bait!"

Thanks for being and sharing your photos. The F&F crew is busy working on 2025 orders and looking for great new products to bring your way so stay tuned!