White perch are headed for deep waters this week and they will often congregate near deep structure in the lower sections of the tidal rivers. Dropper rigs fitted with small soft plastics or bottom rigs baited with pieces of bloodworm are popular offerings to catch them. Anglers are enjoying exciting fishing for smallmouth bass in the upper Potomac River, Deep Creek Lake, and several central region reservoirs this month. A variety of baitfish and crayfish will be major items on the menu for these fish so pick your lures accordingly. Anglers fishing in the Ocean City Inlet and Route 50 bridge area are experiencing good fishing for tautog. |