Woods & Water
Article by Alyson Turner
Whether you fish to relax, fish for sport or fish to bond with your friends, October is a great month to pick up a fishing pole. With a love of nature and the beauty of open water, fishing can be extremely satisfying and even spiritual. With just a fishing rod, tackle, and a spot on the lake or at the ocean, you cast your line out and wait for the fish to bite. Avid Fisherman, Steven Friend, says that often times the biggest appeal is the peace of being near the water. “I love to fish, but more than that the water is calming and peaceful. It doesn’t matter if I catch one or a hundred, it is the water for me.” On a recent trip, Steven brought his fishing gear to do some night fishing as a way to wind down and enjoy the quiet evenings after long days. Whether you are an expert or an amateur, fishing as a hobby can be a great way for anyone to enjoy the great outdoors.
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Fortunately, we are close to the water where there are many different areas to go fishing in local lakes or rivers or along the Chesapeake Bay. It’s also a fun way to catch your own dinner if you are a seafood lover. In addition, to fishing as a way to meditate and decompress, fishing can also be competitive or a group outing. Fishing Charters offer a fun way for groups to have private events, get together with friends, and feel the thrill of the catch. In Deal Island, Maryland, Captain Harry Nield on his charter boat, highlight Kingfish II, offers fishing and hunting parties in the lower Chesapeake Bay and the Tangier Sound.
October 2021
