How Do You Fish For Black Drum In Chesapeake Bay?
When fishing for black drum in the Chesapeake Bay area, look for the large and somewhat gentle fish in more shallow waters. A boat capable of handling the waters of the Bay will be required to reach the areas where black drum are located. Many anglers enjoy fishing for drum due to the large size to which they sometimes grow. Locate areas, typically shallow and calm waters, where black drum may be located. Talk with local anglers and bait shops to get the most reliable and up-to-date information. Set up your line with a fish-finder rig. Slide an egg sinker onto the line, followed by a metal or glass bead. Tie the barrel swivel to the line and then a length of leader to the other end of the swivel. Attach a 7/0 bait holder hook to the line. The clinch knot can be used for all connections. Bait the hook with a small-to-medium size clam. The black drum, with barbs located on its chin, will locate the clam as it sweeps the ocean floor. The fish-finding rig will be helpful because it will pr
