Old Inlet Bait & Tackle, a full-service bait and tackle shop between Bethany and Rehoboth Beach Delaware
Old Inlet Bait & Tackle
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Want to Learn How to Surf Fish?
Surf Fishing Lessons
Take the Old Inlet Surf Fishing Class
 
Old Inlet staff will teach you basic equipment, casting, bait, seasons, regulations and many other things you need to to know to get started fishing on the beach.
 
$15 a person
Children under 12 free
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
 
Individuals, families, and groups welcome.
 
Private lessons available - $30 an hour
 
Two classes are held every Tuesday and Thursday in June, July and August. 9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.
 
Advanced registration required.
Reserve now.  Space is limited.
302-227-7974
surfclass@oldinlet.com
 
All bait provided
Bring your own equipment or rental equipment is available
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Fishing Report

INDIAN RIVER INLET FISHING REPORT
June 30th, 2009


Forgot to post a surf fishing report - Its so bad it is easy to forget!!


Shark and skates with he occasional bluefish in the mix. Water on the beach is warming up and there are kingfish on the eastern shore of Virginia. They are on the way. Get ready!! Fresh bunker is available.


Hazy, hot and humid. It took forever for summer to get started but it is FINALLY here. The July 4th holiday is upon us. Let the madness begin!


The big news of the week is that tautog season reopens in Delaware waters on Wednesday, July 1. Live sandfleas and green crabs are available.


There are a few sheepshead in the mix along the rocks as well. A sure sign that the water temperature is creeping up.


Flounder fishing in the Indian River Bay has been good. Gulp baits in pink, chartreuse, and white have been very productive. These baits are working in the Inlet from the wall on the south side from the campground toward the west as well.


A good flounder bite is also occurring out at B Buoy in 85-90 feet of water. Long strips of squid have been the ticket for doormats out in the deep. The word on seabass is that there are plenty of fish out there but they are undersized. Very few keepers in the mix.


The best (meaning your best chance to catch in what has been poor fishing)striper fishing in the Indian River Inlet is at night. Live eels, black buck tails and dark colored swim shad are the hot baits. The incoming tide has been better than the outgoing.


Bluefish should be hitting on the incoming tide in the Inlet during the daylight hours.


Most of the tuna action as been reported from the Hambone/chicken bone area. Capt Tom Murphy on the Mega-Bite reported 69 degree water on his last trip. His party caught one dolphin and one 180lb bluefin on skirted hoos. And one white marlin in the baits.


Have a safe and happy holiday weekend!!

Latest Photos (click to enlarge photos)
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Summer Flounder
7lbs 13oz
Ed Heite
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Summer Flounder
4 up to 6lbs 4oz
Burt Campbell
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sand tiger
300+ 9 ft
Shark Boys
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Bluefin Tuna and Do
180#
Jody Gessford, Rya...
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Striper
17lb 13oz - 36"
Jason Young
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14 Yellowfin Tuna, 1
Bob Lowther, Ryan ...
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Striped Bass
24lbs 12oz
Myron Hughes
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Mako Shark
54"
Brian Gant aboard ...
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Bull nose ray
Skip Hall
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Striper
27 lbs/ 44"
Joe McMahon

 

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"Fishing Coastal Delaware:
A Quick Reference Guide To Getting Started"

This 12 page guide is perfect for the novice angler and those new to the area. Fishing tips, local knowledge and advice for popular fish and fishing holes in Coastal Delaware. Information on crabbing and clamming too. A great gift idea for the angler in your life. Only $4.99 Available in the store or by phone. Call 302-227-7974 to order your copy today. Mail order please add $1.00 for shipping and handling.





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