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A Beginner’s Guide to a Solid Conventional Drum Fishing Setup Surf fishing on Hatteras Island is considered some of the best surf fishing on the East Coast. Beginners frequently ask the same questions

​TACKLE TUESDAY - TAKING CARE OF YOUR GEAR Do you know what the most important rule is of fishing? TAKE CARE OF YOUR GEAR SO YOU CAN FISH MORE! Nothing stinks worse than finally getting a chance to go

Don’t Be a Clown—Air Down! Beach Driving Tips for Hatteras Island We’ve had lots of questions this week about airing down for beach driving here on Hatteras Island. The short answer is simple: Don’t b

Where to Fish the Pamlico Sound from Shore on Hatteras Island You don't need a boat to fish the Pamlico Sound. One of the best things about Hatteras Island is how much shallow soundside water can be r

TACKLE TUESDAY - SELECTING A REEL Last week we talked about how to select the right rod so it only makes sense to tackle how to select the right reel this week. Like I mentioned last week, there is no

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Saltwater Tested: Quantum Strive and Benchmark Reels for Serious Surf Anglers Quantum Strive vs. Quantum Benchmark The new Quantum Strive and Benchmark reels have been designed to deliver unmatch

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Fishing Enthusiasts: Gear for Every Angler The Perfect Gifts for Every Angler When the holidays roll around, there’s no better gift for a fishing enthusiast than th

TACKLE TUESDAY – SOUND FISHING It has been very windy this week and we have had a lot of folks asking, if I cannot fish in the ocean what can I do.Well, did you know that sound side fishing can be gre

Bluefish on the Outer Banks: Why They're One of Summer's Best Surf Targets Ask anyone who fishes Hatteras Island in the summer what their favorite surf species is, and bluefish will come up fast. They

Getting Ready for the Fall Drum Run: A Hatteras Island Prep Guide The fall red drum run on Hatteras Island is the biggest event on the Outer Banks fishing calendar. Anglers plan a full year for it. Tr

Surf Fishing Sinkers Explained: What Type and Size Should You Use on Hatteras Island? Choosing the right sinker can make a huge difference when you're surf fishing on Hatteras Island. Too little weigh

TACKLE TUESDAY - LET'S TALK CRABBING In the last Tackle Talk’s we have discussed fishing, gear handling and even how to catch and utilize sand fleas.This week we’re going to dig into the mud a little

Cape Point Fishing Guide: How to Fish One of the Most Famous Spots on the East Coast If you ask ten surf anglers on the East Coast to name the most famous piece of fishing beach on the coast, nine of

​TACKLE TUESDAY - TACKLE BAG TOOLS We have finally had a couple of nice days here on the island and we have been able to get out to the Point for some fishing. I decided to talk about tackle bag tools

Understanding the Winter Surf Fishing on Hatteras Island As winter settles in on Hatteras Island, many visitors may think that the fishing season has come to an end. However, for avid fishermen and wo

Spanish Mackerel Season on the Outer Banks: Gear, Tactics, and Where to Find Them When the water warms up and baitfish start running tight to the beach, Spanish mackerel show up on Hatteras Island in

Fall Nor'easters and Surf Fishing: How to Fish Before, During, and After a Storm Fall nor'easters are the biggest wild card in Hatteras Island surf fishing. They can shut the beach down for a week. Th

Pamlico Sound Fishing Guide from Hatteras Island: Species, Gear, Lures & Where to Fish When the Atlantic Ocean gets rough on Hatteras Island, don't assume your fishing day is over. Just behind the dun

Avon Pier vs. Rodanthe Pier: Which One Is Right for Your Hatteras Island Trip? Two ocean fishing piers anchor Hatteras Island: Avon Fishing Pier in the heart of Avon and Rodanthe Pier at the northern