To outfish us, here’s what you need to know:

• Know Bottom: Flounder prefer to ambush their prey, so use your depth-finder (and your jig) to look for structure and ledges that enable them to feed as desired. These aren’t the only places you’ll find flatties though — sometimes they’re stacked in deep holes, other times they’re warming up on shallow mud flats. It’s important to know your fishery and assess your conditions each day.
• Know Bites: Work your jig so that you can tell the difference between the bounce of the bottom and a bite. If you feel a nibble, set the hook by letting them eat and burying it home.
• Jig, Baby, Jig: No really, keep that jig moving. Jury’s out on whether a steady motion or the ol’ changeup works best, but jury’s in on movement — flick that wrist.
• Cover Ground: A good drift will keep you in the strike zone longer. If you live for fluking, consider a trolling motor. Especially in windy conditions, a trolling motor with mapped drive will allow you to better control your drift and drift speed.

Delaware Bay & Tributaries

• May 21, 2016 – September 25, 2016
• 17-inches
• 4 per person limit

All Other Water(Except Above)

• May 21, 2016 – September 25, 2016
• 18-inches
• 5 per person limit