What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Norfolk, Virginia for the first time?

Educate yourself on the fish in the area, specifics seasons for certain types, and the size limit. There is a lot in the area and while fun may not be exactly what you are looking for if you want something specific. Additionally understand fishing is not an exact science, sometimes you don't get what you initially set out for but it is the shared fun, stories, and memories that make the trip.

Manage your expectations for what fish may be in season and enjoy the time with your family, friends, and the outdoors.

Yes. Certain fish are biting while others were not. Speckled trout were biting well.

Go to the fishing piers with heavy duty set ups with cut bait or grab a gotcha plug and hammer fish

Just enjoy yourselves and be ready for an adventure because you never know what you will hook next!! And remember, not everything you hook is a keeper!! ?

Know the fishing conditions and what is biting. Have realistic expectations for the time of the year and have fun.

Yes would recommend fishing there lift lots of Weights before going your arms will be sore from Catching so much fish

Find charter captain that truly want to see you catch fish and enjoy yourself. And not just want the money and give you a failed experience

Dress warmly -- in layers -- with a water repellant outer garment, since the weather is changeable and you want everyone to be comfy. We had a beautiful day and enjoyed many wonderful sights!

Take Dramamine with you for your fishing party. Sometime folks who don’t normally sea sick will get possibly get sick.

It’s a busy time of year. Make the time for a good trip with an experienced captain.

The season are rough make sure you take dramamean or motion sickness pills but the fish fight hard!

Check out the list provided by the company and be prepared for an exciting adventure.