EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 1H
Virginia's Bass Fishing HOT SPOT!! Suffolk & Norfolk Lake breakdown with Virginia DWR Biologist Chad Boyce
from Fishing the DMV · host Thomas Arens
On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Chad Boyce from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources to break down the overlooked Suffolk/Norfolk lake system in southeastern Virginia.We cover key reservoirs like Lake Prince, Western Branch, Burnt Mills, Lake Meade, Lake Cohoon, the Lone Star Lakes, and Lake Drummond — including their history, layout, and how they function as water supply fisheries.Chad explains the critical habitat types (cypress, timber, flats, channels, and blackwater systems) and how they influence bass behavior, movement, and seasonal patterns. We also dive into how these low-pressure lakes consistently produce quality fish.If you want to learn how to break down new water, find bass faster, and explore hidden Virginia fisheries, this episode gives you the blueprint. Please support Fishing the DMV on Patreon: https://patreon.com/FishingtheDMVPodcast If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at [email protected] DWR Website: https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/ Virginia on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaDWR Jake’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
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On this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Chad Boyce from the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources to break down the overlooked Suffolk/Norfolk lake system in southeastern Virginia. We cover key reservoirs like Lake Prince, Western Branch, Burnt Mills, Lake Meade, Lake Cohoon, the Lone Star Lakes, and Lake Drummond — including their history, layout, and how they function as water supply fisheries. Chad explains the critical habitat types (cypress, timber, flats, channels, and b...
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