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EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 52 MIN

Buggs Island Bass Fishing Secrets with the Army Core of Engineers

from Fishing the DMV · host Thomas Arens

Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcastOn this episode of Fishing the DMV, we explore the incredible history and fisheries of John H. Kerr Reservoir—better known to anglers as Buggs Island Lake. Joined by Michael Womack and Billy Hoffer, we take a deep dive into how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built and manages one of the most important reservoirs in the Mid-Atlantic. From its origins during World War II to the thriving largemouth and striped bass fishery anglers enjoy today, this episode breaks down the construction of Kerr Dam, modern reservoir operations, and the conservation work that keeps Buggs Island one of the premier bass fishing destinations in Virginia and North Carolina.John H. Kerr Reservoir (Buggs Island Lake), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/JohnHKerrReservoirBuggsIslandLake  If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at [email protected]: https://www.instagram.com/fishtagged?igsh=YTJiYXNhOHo5dmNkJake’s bait & Tackle Website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/ Link to Tactical Fishing Company: https://tacticalfishingco.com/ Fishing Pro Tech: https://www.facebook.com/FishingProTech  Phone Number: (757) 566-1278Email: [email protected] Pro Tech Address: 7812-A Richmond Road, Toano, VA, United States, 23168 Click the link below to get free shipping off any Super Blue Stuff roll-ons when you use the code FISHING! Click the link below right here:  https://bit.ly/4buUMb5 #bassfishing #fishingtheDMV #fishingtipsSupport the show

Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast On this episode of Fishing the DMV, we explore the incredible history and fisheries of John H. Kerr Reservoir—better known to anglers as Buggs Island Lake. Joined by Michael Womack and Billy Hoffer, we take a deep dive into how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built and manages one of the most important reservoirs in the Mid-Atlantic. From its origins during World War II to the thriving largemouth and striped ...

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