If you can get over to West End bar / grill in Annapolis Weds 7th at 7 pm - group of fishermen are meeting. We meet in the room to right as you enter.
It's Severn River Rod and Keg Club ( SRRKC ). Informal group but lots of fishing experience and most will share info.
As far as Pickerel - they tend to bite best in colder months , Oct - March. They can be caught other times but it's tougher. Warmer water temps. also can lead to them dying after C/R fishing.
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