Summertime on the Potomac

Type: Nontidal
Region: Western
Location: Potomac River

Charlie Dolan, a life long friend from Colorado, came into town to visit family and of course catch a few fish. We hit the river early and late as the fish are generally more active under low light conditions during the summer; the mid-day hours can be brutally hot in a boat. Charlie caught the largest smallmouth of the trip on a topwater bait. After catching some bass, we switched gears and targeted Walleye around deep ledges with current and found the action to be better than expected. Although my partner may have been picturing a sizzling skillet, these trophy-sized Walleye were released to fight another day. There is no better way to spend time with friends than a good fishing trip. Im looking forward to many more!