Stay at Home Order: Fishing Thoughts...?

[Big Mike]

Please, let’s keep the forum about fishing, there are plenty of other sites to debate opinions about Covid or anything else.

[ski357]

Thanks Big Mike-agree with you 100%. A recent encouraging sign, in terms of fishing is the return of SAV to the lower slower. Salinity is currently relatively high for the lower slower, but this week's forecast of rain should have an effect on that. As I've got more serious about my fishing in recent years, I've noticed how I've begun to monitor conditions such as salinity, SAV, and water temps. How do these or other variables factor into your trip planning? Obvious wind and weather conditions are a big factor, but I seem to recall a member mentioning a "120" or something to that effect rule for going out. It seemed to be if the sum of water and air temps was less than 120 than cold water precautions needed to observed. This has always been a welcoming forum full of great information. I just wanted to wish all members the best and good health during these strange and unusual times. I've learned a lot over the years from everyone and hope to make my own small contributions over time. My time during the week is currently limited, but I'm still checking in here. I encourage the lurkers to post and contribute to the great fishing related conversations and discussions we have. Tight lines.

[john from md]

I'm waiting for the water temp to hit 60 so I can go and exercise in my yak.

[patarpon120]

Based on this:
Can I come from out of state to recreationally fish, hunt or crab for the day?
During the stay at home order, recreational fishing, hunting, and crabbing, including intentional catch-and-release, in Maryland is prohibited. Engaging in these activities is permitted only if seeking sustenance for you or your family. No Maryland resident should be leaving their home unless it is for an essential job or reason, such as obtaining food or medicine, seeking urgent medical attention, or other necessary purposes.
Visitors should follow the directives given to Maryland residents in addition to recommendations in your home state regarding travel and recreation. Everyone should also follow CDC guidance on domestic travel. The restrictions on recreational fishing, hunting, and crabbing, as well as all standard regulations regarding catch limits and license requirements, must be followed by all Maryland residents and visitors at all times.
Looks like I'll be staying home even longer...........