This page has information on tuna chunking along the coast
of Maryland and Virginia. Anglers from Lewes, Ocean City, Chincoteague, Wachapreague and Virginia Beach fish areas from 20 fathoms out to the canyons
and use a wide variety of chunking techniques.
Chunking is a method of fishing for tuna that can be very
productive. The boat is anchored or drifted and whole baits or bait sections
are drifted back on any number of leader types. Anglers use an array of
secrets to control the movement, depth and distance of baits in the spread.
The overwhelming local bait of choice is butterfish but other baits can be
used with success at times. Menhaden, spearing, herring, and squid are among
some of the baits that can be used.
Local chunking areas change from season to season. A good
plan is to check local reports, forums and tackle shops for the latest news on
fishing success.
Chunking Information
GPS and LORAN coordinates
Deep Dropping Baits for Large Bluefin