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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I’m joined once again by Pennsylvania kayak hammer Jake Harshman for a raw and unfiltered conversation about everything happening on the Susquehanna River and across the kayak fishing scene.

We dive deep into how the Susquehanna is fishing this fall — breaking down current water levels, seasonal patterns, and what anglers should expect heading into winter. Jake shares his insights on bait selection, key stretches of the river, and what separates consistent tournament success from frustration on one of the most dynamic smallmouth fisheries in the country.

But that’s not all — we also tackle the recent controversies and chaos shaking up the kayak bass fishing world. From cheating scandals to integrity issues in online events, we give our honest takes on what’s happening behind the scenes and where the sport needs to go from here.

Whether you’re a hardcore kayak angler, a fan of Susquehanna smallmouth fishing, or just someone who loves the real stories behind competitive bass fishing, this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

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  YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JakeHarshman

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On this shocking episode of Fishing the DMV, we uncover one of the biggest cheating scandals in kayak fishing history the Jacob Housman story. I’m joined by Jake Harshman as we break down the full chain of events that rocked the NYKBF community and the larger kayak fishing world.

In the June 2025 NYKBF month-long online event, Housman submitted a suspicious photo of a large smallmouth bass caught from what appeared to be a cheap green kayak. Despite initial doubts, Tournament Director Nick Tammaro approved the fish at the time.

A month later, red flags exploded across social media when Housman posted a nearly identical fish from the St. Lawrence River on his Instagram, except this time, it was clearly photographed on the deck of his aluminum Bass Tracker boat.

Soon, forensic photo analysis and surveillance footage revealed a shocking discovery: Housman had rigged cut-out kayak pieces onto the back deck of his boat to fake kayak submissions. On November 9, 2025, Housman confessed to the deception, returning his $200 in winnings to NYKBF.

However, this confession may only scratch the surface. Over the last two years, there’s no way of truly knowing how much money Housman may have stolen from other competitors through this elaborate scheme — casting a dark shadow over countless events and anglers who played by the rules.

As a result, NYKBF, NY Slay Nation, PA Kayak Bass Nation, PA Slay Nation, and TourneyX have all issued a lifetime ban, permanently barring Housman from all kayak and online-format fishing tournaments.

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, host Thomas Arens sits down with Daniel Litwin, President of the James Madison University Bass Fishing Team and creator of Big-D TV. Daniel shares his journey in collegiate bass fishing, his recent tournament successes, and what it’s like to lead one of Virginia’s most competitive college fishing programs.

We dive deep into the Potomac River fishing scene, exploring the strategies, patterns, and conditions that helped Daniel and his team find success on one of the most challenging tidal fisheries in the region. Whether you’re a student angler, a college fishing fan, or just love learning about what’s happening in the Mid-Atlantic tournament circuit, this episode has something for you!

Follow Daniel on Big-D TV and stay connected with JMU Bass Fishing for more updates on their season!

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JMU Fishing Club Website: https://www.jmu.edu/recreation/sports/sport-clubs/clubs/bassfishing.shtml 

JMU Fishing Club on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmu_bass/?hl=en

JMU Fishing Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JMUBassFishing/  

Jake’s bait & Tackle website: http://www.jakesbaitandtackle.com/

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On this exciting Monday Night Live we’re gonna recap the Bassmaster Elite event on the Pasquotank River, and officially sanctioned Survey from the Maryland Department of Wildlife Resource on Forward Facing Sonar, and an interesting philosophical question about what the differences between a Coach and a Guide if there is any in the world of youth fishing. 

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we will be going over the results from the Frostbite Frenzy Club Fishing tournament and discussing our next fishing tournament. Also I have on special guest HPSFishing who called in over 40 pound five fish bag in Virginia!!! 

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In this episode of Fishing the DMV, I sit down with Kyle “KJ” Farwell of Farwell Fishing Guide Service to get the scoop on the hottest bass and crappie fishing action around the Raleigh, North Carolina area. From the sprawling waters of Falls Lake and Jordan Lake to hidden gems like Lake Johnson and Harris Lake, KJ breaks down seasonal patterns, go-to techniques, and where the bites are heating up on Falls Lake, Jordan Lake, Harris Lake, Lake Wheeler, Lake Johnson & more! Whether you're chasing slabs or big bucket mouths, this episode has everything you need to start planning your next trip.

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV we have on Jared and Chaz to do a Bassmaster Elite at Pasquotank River Preview show!!! 

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Please checkout our Patreon Sponsors
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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, I have on Victor own of Fish Everything Swimbaits and Aidan his Tournament Partner talk about there 38.80 pounds mega bag on the Rez!! the previous record was 35.60 pounds 

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we're diving deep into one of Virginia’s hottest bass fishing destinations — Smith Mountain Lake. Joining me is Dan Wilson, Fisheries Biologist with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, to break down why this lake is quickly becoming a powerhouse in the bass fishing world.

In early 2025 alone, multiple double-digit bass have been landed, including rumors of an 11-pound giant. With all this buzz, it's no surprise that Major League Fishing has set its sights on the lake for an upcoming Heavy Hitters event later this year.

Dan gives us an exclusive look at:

• The 2024 fishery data and what it tells us about the lake's health
• The ongoing F1 Largemouth Bass stocking program
• How the lake has evolved into a true big-bass destination

📍 Tune in and get the biologist's perspective on what’s driving the bass boom at Smith Mountain Lake!

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On this exciting episode of Fishing the DMV, we head back to Occoquan Reservoir to discuss how Brian & Enzo caught their personal biggest bag at the first Fountainhead Tournament. 

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 If you are interested in being on the show or a sponsorship opportunity, please reach out to me at fishingtheDMV@gmail.com 

Please checkout our Patreon Sponsors
Jake’s bait & Tackle website:
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Catoctin Creek Custom Rods: https://www.facebook.com/CatoctinCreekCustomRods

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