Fishing Creeks

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The first question is "Why fish creeks?" every one has small lakes, rivers, and large lakes near their home. If your area is like mine the small ponds are highly pressured and the only way to fish the larger lakes is to use a boat. Yes, I have a boat but not everyone does. The other problem is I may only have an hour or two to fish, is it worth it to put the boat in an out of the water I don't believe so.

The benefits I see of fishing the creeks are I can fish for as little time as 30 minutes or all day if I have the time. The deepest part of the creeks I fish is just 8 feet and if you're wading you can always walk around the deeper holes. Bank fishing is always an option especially in early spring before the weeds and brush grows too thick to get to all the good spots. When the water warms up just an old pair of gym shoes and a pair of shorts will do the job. If you wish to purchase waders I would suggest chest waders. When I use hip waders I always find areas I would like to go but the hip wader always seem to be a little to short for where I what to go.

In the little creeks by the house I have landed Large Mouth Bass, Small Mouth Bass, Rock Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Cats, Saugeye and by accident a turtle.

Tackle is simple a medium light rod or ultra light if you prefer, a small reel I like one that will hold 80 yards of 6 lb test line. I have used 4 lb test line and had no problems landing fish but it is more likely to break if you get hung up on a rock or bush. Using 6 lb test line the hooks I use will straighten before I break the line. I have to give a plug here for Yo-Zuri hybrid fishing line because it is simply awesome.

I have found for best results which means to catch the most fish is to down size your hooks and bait. I use 16th oz jigs and 1 ½ to 2 inch grubs. If you like using in line spinners use 16th oz. I take 4" twister tail worms and pinch off about an inch and use a size 1 or 2 offset worm hook. When fishing the creek I use a small waist tackle pouch with three pockets to carry all the tackle I need. My tackle is in the truck at all times incase the opportunity presents itself to fish a while.

The jigs, small spinners, small top water poppers work well in fast running water even just a couple feet deep. I have better luck in deeper water with the twister tail worms and small tubes. Small crank baits work well also if the water is clear.

Don't miss the opportunity to have great day fishing at your nearby creek.

Fishing Bait & Equipment : How to Rig a Saltwater Fishing Pole

A saltwater fishing pole is often rigged in a setup known as the basic dropper loop rig. Use an overhand knot loop when rigging a saltwater fishing pole withhelp from a commercial fisherman in this free video on fishing equipment. Expert: Brian Lee Bio: Brian Lee has been fishing for over a decade, including time as a commercial fisherman. Filmmaker: David Pakman

Basic Fishing Gear : How to Cast Conventional Fishing Reels

Before casting a conventional fishing reel, flip a lever to make it free to cast. Learn to cast a conventional fishing reel in this free fishing video from the owner of a fishing tackle store. Expert: Larry Mastry Bio: Larry Mastry and his brother Dale own Mastry's Tackle, a fixture in St. Petersburg, Fla., and together they have a half of a century's experience in fishing. Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz

Fishing Equipment - What You Need to Go Fishing

Imagine yourself on a crystal blue lake, the waters calm, and you are out enjoying the serenity of fishing. Before you can go fishing you must have all of the proper fishing equipment to make your fishing expedition successful. Online Stores these days have plenty of fishing equipment to buy and the will drop it off at your front door.

Find everything you are looking for. Top quality fishing rods in many styles and brands. Brands such as Daiwa, Greys, Hardy, Loop, Partridge, Sage, Shakespeare, and Pflueger. Whether salmon fishing, trout fishing or another type of delicious fish, there are rods that what you will need.

A variety of high quality constructed bags are available. The bags come in a multitude of sizes. You can choose from a range of stylish leather bags to find the one that suits you best. Many have mesh and a lot of pockets for all of your fishing equipment. Women's leather bags are even offered at some stores. Take your girlfriend or spouse on your fishing trip to have a fun-filled time together. The bags make traveling simple to keep you focused on catching the big fish.

Buy fishing equipment from fishing stores such as lures, hooks, flies, fly tying, fly lines, and the highest quality preserved shrimp. Your friends will wonder what your secret is to catching all of your fish.

Check out the waders, jackets, and vests to make your fishing trip successful there are many styles available to you.

You'll need the proper footwear while fishing. Make sure you check out the children's rubber boots to get your little one(s) on the right track to enjoying fishing as much as you do. Find many styles and brands of men's leather waterproof boots. Don't forget to get your wife a pair of rubber boots, too.

Be sure to have your net handy to scoop up your large catch. Durable and high quality nets available. You can even find folding nets for small spaces. Also, lightweight nets to suit your needs. A variety of nets available for different types of fishing such as nets used for small stream wading. Bamboo is used in many of the nets. Bamboo is a wonderful product used in "going green" to preserve the Earth.

Buy your fishing reels and spools to add to your equipment. Don't know which one to choose if you are shopping for your spouse or significant other?

Take your sunglasses to protect your eyes and you are about ready to enjoy your fishing break.

Trout Fishing Tackle - The Key to Trout Fishing Success?

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Trout fishing can be a great escape from the stresses of everyday life. Breaking free from the 9 to 5, the daily commute, and other stresses to experience the serenity of nature, is always a positive experience. In order for the experience to be truly great, you need be properly equipped with the right trout fishing tackle.

The importance of fishing tackle is sometimes overlooked, but it can mean the difference between catching a dozen trout and catching nothing. There are several key pieces of equipment that are necessary for a great experience in the trout streams. With the right trout fishing gear, there is no reason you should not be bringing home some beautiful trout.

The first essential piece of trout fishing tackle is the fishing rod. The ideal rod for trout fishing will be solid and sturdy, but also lightweight. You want an easily maneuverable fishing rod, but also one that will hold up with an 8 pound trout on the line. When your out on your trout fishing trip, the last thing you want to have on your hands is a broken fishing rod.

The next essential piece of tackle is a quality fishing reel. A spinning reel is the most common type of reel used for trout fishing, and is my preferred reel. The only downside to a spinning reel is that the line can get twisted and tangled easily. Having a quality spinning reel will ensure that you get the most out of your casting.

Having a trout fishing tackle box to organize all of your trout fishing equipment is a must. When you are fishing and need something fast, you want to be able to know exactly where it is. Inside the tackle box, lures are one of the most important pieces of equipment.

There are a number of different lures and types of bait designed specifically for trout fishing. Some anglers prefer salmon eggs, some prefer powerbait, and others prefer lures in their trout fishing tackle gear. Some fishermen swear by the use of live worms, such as night crawlers. Most fishermen chalk up their fishing successes to pure skill, but without the trout fishing gear, they might go home empty handed.

Bass Fishing Pro - A Review of the Popular Fishing Game

Welcome to the first in our series of online fishing game reviews. We will review several free fishing games you can play online, so you know which games to play and which games to avoid. We recently had the opportunity to try the online fishing game, Bass Fishing Pro. The first thing we noticed about this game is that it loads very quickly. Many of the other fishing games we've played do not load nearly as fast, so it was off to a good start in our book. The main objective of this game is to catch the required number of bass within the given time frame. You will receive money for each fish you catch, and this will be displayed at the top of the screen. After each round, you will also receive money bonuses for the remaining time. Catching these fish is more difficult than it sounds, mind you; because you need to make sure you don't run out of fuel, and the fish aren't that easy to catch.

The controls for this bass fishing game are extremely simple. Use the right and left arrow keys to control your boat movement, and the down arrow to control your fishing line. Unfortunately you can only move the line down in the early rounds of the game. You will need to upgrade rods at some point to be able to move the line up and down.

We found the trick to this game is getting the hook directly in front of the fish in order to make the catch. Sounds like real fishing doesn't it? Move your boat across the lake and hold the DOWN arrow to get your hook near the fish. After the fish takes the bait, the fisherman will automatically reel the bass in. Do this enough times before the clock runs out and you make it to the next level. We only played long enough to make it through 3 levels, but the best part is after you complete each round, you can visit the tackle shop, where you can purchase more fuel, upgrade fishing rods and boat engines. Unfortunately the cost of these upgrades runs in the thousands, so you'll be bass fishing for a while before you can afford those luxuries.

Overall we enjoyed Bass Fishing Pro. The graphics are decent and the interface is very easy to use. It's not exactly like being on the lake, but if you have a few minutes to kill at work, you'll have a fun time trying to catch a few fish and make it to the higher rounds.

Trout Fishing Tips - Why Trout Bite

In this article I'm going to outline some of the reasons why trout bite and some trout fishing tips to make you a more successful angler. At the end of the day, trout fishing tips can be like bellybuttons, everyone seems to have one. These trout fishing tips have been learned through more than 50 years of combined trout fishing experience, so they provide real, proven results for the trout fisherman.

First off, what are some of the reasons why trout bite? Let's discuss some of those reasons first.

What The Trout See - this is one of the main reasons why trout bite. They bite because what they see looks like food. This is why having your offering looks as natural as possible to the trout. Obviously the more your bait/lure looks like the food the trout normally eats, the better off you be. What the trout see is a reason why trout bite.

What The Trout Smell - this could be the main reason why trout bite. Trout have a very sensitive sense of smell, and if they detect unnatural scents, they are much less apt to bite. This is why paying attention to any scents that might be on your hands, such as gasoline residue from filling up your car, is of the utmost importance. Any unnatural scents on your bait/lure will cost you bites. This is especially true for larger, more experienced trout.

What The Trout "Feel" - Trout (actually all fish) have a lateral line running down the length of their body. Through this lateral line the trout can "feel" changes in the barometric pressure (which means changes in the weather). They bite or don't bite depending on what things like the weather are doing. Thus, they bite depending on how they "feel". Other things like the moon have a dramatic impact on why trout bite.

Now we will discuss the actual trout fishing tips that will make you a more successful trout angler. Once I figured out the reasons why trout bite, I was able to come up with the below tips. One or all of them will benefit you more than you now realize.

Free Your Hands Of Unnatural Scents - This is easily accomplished by taking a handful of dirt and rubbing it into your hands. This will effectively eliminate any unnatural scents on your hands. The bottom line is that you want to make sure that your bait and/or lure is free from unnatural scents.

Use Reasonable Fishing Line - A great trout fishing tip is to use fishing line that's as light as possible. Many anglers use line that's much too heavy when trout fishing. In my experience six-pound test should be the absolute heaviest line that should be employed when trout fishing. I personally use four-pound test and find it to be perfectly adequate. Just remember, no line heavier than six pound test should be employed when trout fishing.

Use Gang Hooks - When it comes to trout fishing tips this tip might be the most important. Gang hooks allow you to present your bait (especially worms) in the most natural manner possible. This makes a very big difference when trout fishing, especially with larger more experienced trout. Gang hooks are simply two small hooks tied back to back, which allow you to present your bait in a completely natural manner.

Now you should have a better understanding of why trout bite, and some great tips to make you a more successful angler. Give them a shot and find out for yourself. You won't be disappointed, I promise you.

Kokanee Trout Fishing

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The Kokanee silver trout is really a landlocked sockeye salmon. Its nickname is not that derogatory though because rainbows and cutthroat trout are more closely related to salmon than they are to brown trout. So if you are out Kokanee trout fishing, relax and catch some fish. The Kokanee is a cold water fish often at deep depths in lakes and reservoirs. Trolling with a downrigger is the most effective method to catch this hard fighting fish.

The subject of a good downrigger is important. If you fish deep lakes, a good downrigger will last you a lifetime. Expect to pay between $400 and $500 for a good downrigger set-up. The Bass Shop has a good selection of quality downriggers.

As for spinners to use when trolling, the smaller the better. The Kokanee instinctively live of plankton so willow-leaf spinners in sizes #00 to #1 are effective so are nymphs like the Polar Shrimp. I once saw a stripper fisherman with a tree set-up where six squid imitations were spread out by a tree structure about 18" at its widest. If you could find something like this, I think it would work well with some small green willow-leaf spinners.

The Kokanee become more plentiful the farer north and closer to the coast you fish. British Columbia is the prime area but Kokanee can be caught as far away from the ocean as Colorado. The Kokanee come out of the deep, cold water to spawn on gravel beds by the shore and up feeder streams. They turn a bright red and are more likely to take a bigger lure, particular one the threatens their redd.

Fly fishermen casting a weighted line with an egg-sucking leech works well during this period. Try to get an egg-sucking leech whose egg is roughly the same color as the roe in that particular region. The local fly shop should be able to help you match the right color. Strip the leech near the spawning grounds for best success but check local regulations about fishing near spawning grounds.

Although I am a believer in catch and release, Kokanee are great on the grill. Their flesh is firm and very tasty. Kokanee also take well to canning. But don't say you heard it from me. So if you called them land-locked sockeye salmon, redfish, bluebacks, or silversides they are a fine game fish and great for the table. If you call it Kokanee salmon fishing or Kokanee trout fishing, it doesn't matter if you get them in the boat.

Windy alpha to civil fishing

Out on the water with fisherman Darren Jacobson, and fighting the wind and waves on Shawano Lake.

Best Fly Fishing Gear

There are several places to purchase the Best Fly Fishing Gear available.

1. Bass Pro Shop
2. Cabela's Ourdoor World
3. Internet

Before you purchase anything, you need to decide what kind of fly fishing you would like to do. Bass fishing which is done from a boat and trout fishing which is done by wading in shallow rivers and streams. Find out if you need fishing licenses as well as trout stamps. You need both to trout fish. To fish for bass you only need a current fishing license which is good for one year. If you are over the age of sixty five, you can buy life time fishing license which never expire.

Trout fishing: you will need waders and most retailers will recommend the overall style. For the Best Fly Fishing Gear, a retailer will recommend an open-face reel and a rod that is flexible. The fishing line will need to have a test weight of at least fifteen pounds to up to thirty pounds. You will need to know about bait and lures. As to what kind of bait, ask the retailer and your local fisherman. You will need extra hooks, line and sinkers. Most fishermen will always have a spare rod and reel. Know the State's limit on trout, such as rainbow trout and brown trout. The restrictions vary for each type such as, how many you can keep and how big the trout is.

1. Talk to a retailer before you begin your trip.
2. Do a research of the kind of fly fishing you want to do.
3. Talk to the local fisherman, they are very imformative about this sport.

Bass fishing: Know about boat safety procedures. Always wear your safety vest. Ask a retailer about the Best Fly Fishing Gear. You will need a current fishing license that is good for one year. You will need to know the State limit as to length and weight, and how many you can keep. There are all kinds of lures and baits that are available for bass fishing. You will need several different types on hand. Your fishing line will need to have a test weight limit of at twenty pounds to up to fifty pounds. You will need a spare rod and reel. Your tackle box should have extra line, hooks, sinkers and a large variety of lures. Your boat should have a live well in it to keep live fish in.

Remember, be well informed of state laws and restrictions, boat safety procedures and do not be afraid to talk with a retailer and the local fishermen. Your retailers and the local fishermen are there to help at all times. Enjoy yourself and Go Fish.

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Salmon Fly Fishing - Tips For Catching Salmon & Salmon Fly Fishing Techniques

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If you are like me you love the taste and health benefits of eating salmon. Well did you know that Everyone who participates in salmon fishing claims that it is one of the easiest ways to learn how to fish, and the most rewarding fishing adventure that they have ever experienced.

Many people who experiment fishing find that they get hooked to this particular sport rather quickly. Fishing is a sport that people of all ages can enjoy. It is easy to learn, and in some cases, easy to catch the salmon.

In some cases, fly fishing requires a little practice before someone can succeed at it. For people who are new to fly fishing, there are many tips and tricks that can be implemented in order to become successful at salmon fly fishing. When you decide to take up fishing, it is important that you first know what fish like and what fish do not like. If you know these simple likes and dislikes, you are sure to start off as a success in salmon fishing. The following represents various salmon likes and dislikes:

Most salmon prefer cloudy and murky water, the reason for this is that they have many predators that they disguise themselves from It is very rare to find salmon in clear water. The optimum times that you can find them is during the night hours, right before the rise of the sun. They prefer cool water. It is very rare to find salmon in warm water unless they are feeding. Salmon also like to reside in waters that are quite rough. If you are looking to catch salmon, it is important to choose waters that are rough and choppy. When fishing for salmon, you will find that they prefer large bait. Also to note is that Fly Fishing is tailor made for catching salmon.

Once you learn what they like and what they dislike, you are sure to have a bit of direction when it comes to fishing for salmon. Now that you have acquired the basics as far as the preference of the salmon are concerned, you will learn some of the basic fishing tips:

One of the first tips when it comes to fly fishing is the ability to work the line and lure appropriately. It is extremely important that you work it in such a way that the action seems jumpy. The fish will be attracted to this action and will bite the hook every time. If you use live bait on your line, it is important that you make it attractive to the fish. Fish want to do as little work as possible, so it is important that they are able to catch bait easily. When you are fishing for salmon, it is very important that you always use a sharp hook. This way, once they have latched on to the hook, it is more likely to stay on the hook.

The rewards of learning how to flyfish are plenty not to mention the taste of outdoor grilling.

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Steelhead Fishing Tips

As the fall of the year swings into high gear, and the winter is quickly approaching, it means that crappy cold weather is on its way, or already here in some cases. And when the crappy weather starts, that can only mean one thing. It's time for steelhead fishing! And with steelhead fishing, comes steelhead fishing tips. For the steelhead angler, steelhead fishing tips are always welcomed, and with any luck, these steelhead tips will help you catch a few more of these bruising beauties?

Steelhead fishing is probably as much of a "lifestyle" as any other type of angling. Anglers who consistently catch steelhead, have secrets and tips that other anglers don't realize, in many cases. Maybe one of these steel head fishing tips will help you out. Some might seem amazingly sophomoric, but what the hey? Many times it the simple things in life that are the most important and steelhead fishing is no different. In any case, here are a few steelhead fishing tips to make you a more successful steelhead angler:

When In Doubt, SET THE HOOK! - If you feel anything unnatural in your drift, it's a good idea to set the hook. Does this mean that you'll set the hook into a log or bottom from time to time? Of course, but many times it's also a steel head. Steelhead rest on the bottom of rivers and therefore your bait or lure needs to be presented very near the bottom, and this means that snags will occur. Getting snagged is simply part of steelhead fishing, and I'm sure that any veteran Steelhead angler would concur. The bottom line is that if anything unnatural occurs in your drift or retrieve, set the hook!

Fish At The Proper Times - This can be an incredible advantage to the steel header, and is a great steelhead fishing tip. We want to be on the water when the fish are the most active, whenever possible. This means having some knowledge about the weather and moon and how they both relate to the behavior of fish. There are no two factors that effect steelhead fishing like the weather and moon, so take a few minutes and learn how these two natural occurrences effect the feeding activity of fish (steelhead).

Get To Know Your River - As a steel head angler, it's very important that you get to know the water conditions of the river you fish intimately. You see, steelhead will only hold (rest) in about 5% of any particular river, and you need to know where these areas are. And these areas change as water conditions change. This is why some study of hydrology and know your particular river well is so important. Get to know your river, and know it well.

Double Your Pleasure - If you like to use bait or egg sacks for steelhead, a great steelhead fishing tip is to use gang hooks instead of single hooks. Gang hooks arte simply a pair of hooks tied in tandem, that enable you to present double the bait. A set of pre-tied #6 gang hooks, is perfect for steelhead fishing. Don't you think that two egg sacks or shrimp drifting by, would be more enticing to a steelhead than just one? I'll tell you from experience, it is. When using bait such as egg sacks or shrimp, always use gang hooks.


These simple steelhead fishing tips will help you catch more steelhead. How am I so sure of this? Because they all wok for me, and I know they will work for anyone. Now bundle up, put on your rain gear, and get out there and catch some steelhead. And never forget what Steven Wright said of all of us anglers; "There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore, looking like an idiot". I don't think any truer words have ever been spoken.

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River Fishing Tips

In this article I'm going to outline some river fishing tips that will help almost anyone have more success. Many of these tips are for smaller rivers and streams, you know the size that you fish from the bank, however not all of them. Some of these tips are great for fishing any size river. The point is that these river fishing tips will help you catch more fish on your next outing.

Use all of them or pick and choose your favorites, the point is that these tips have been proven through more than twenty years of actual fishing experience. These aren't simply "theories" that haven't been proven by actual fishing. You're not going to find any magic formula in this article, just simple river fishing tips that will enable you to get more bites, and thus catch more fish.

Let's begin with when you go fishing. We all get a limited amount of time to spend on the water, so we need to maximize our time as much as we can. Did you realize that there are certain times that are better for fishing than others? Well there are, and the more you know about this phenomenon, the better. If you've ever had an epic day fishing, where it seemed as if no matter what you threw into the water resulted in you catching fish, it more than likely had to do with this phenomenon.

Specifically, you want to understand the weather and moon, and the ways these two factors impact fishing. The weather and moon hold the key to being on the water when fish are the most active, and being on the water when fish are active is a key to fishing success. Have you ever had one of those days when the fishing was simply incredible? This probably had to do with you being on the water when one or both of these factors were in your favor.

The next river fishing tip is for those of you who use live bait. If live bait is employed when river fishing, natural presentation is a key to success. In other words, we want our live bait to look as natural as possible. This is where gang hooks come into play. Gang hooks are the best way to present live bait in a natural and realistic manner. This is especially true when using live worms as bait. When a live worm is rigged on a set of gang hooks and allowed to flow naturally with the current of a river or steam, the results can be quite dramatic.

These simple, yet effective river fishing tips will enable anyone to catch more fish. Go out and give one or all of them a try, you won't be disappointed. To me, standing in a flowing river, attempting to catch a fish or two is as good as it gets, and these tips will simply help you hook up more often. And we're all interested in hooking up as much as we can, right?

Carp fishing anniversary at Laroussi, France

A carp fishing session with Shaun Harrison on Laroussi. See Shaun land some cracking carp. Tips & catch action. Want more info on Laroussi? www.anglinglines.com Tel; 01246 857600 / 08448 117562 Blog; www.anglinglines.com

Sunfish Fishing - Fly Fishing For Them Is Tons Of Fun

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One of the most effective ways to catch sunfish is by fly fishing. You don't necessarily have to know much about fly fishing to have a blast fishing for sunfish on the fly. Fly fishing for trout is often difficult because trout sometimes get very particular about what they eat, so you have to spend a lot of time studying the insect life on the stream you fish, or get very friendly with your local fly guy. However, sunfish are not as smart as trout, or they just aren't as picky, so, you can pretty much throw anything in the water that they can fit their mouths around and they will eat it.

One of the most exciting methods for catching bluegill on the fly is to get a fly that floats, sometimes called a dry fly, and watch the fish suck it in of the surface of the water. Sunfish love to suck in unsuspecting insects on the surface of the water. And they will go nuts for whatever dry fly you choose. Interestingly, sunfish schools don't spook very easily, so targeting schools of fish works quite well. Catch one out of the school, and the others don't really care, and will stick around.

You don't need to buy expensive fly fishing gear to catch sunfish on flies. In fact, fly fishing for sunfish is probably less expensive than regular fishing for sunfish. Why? Well because a fly reel is pretty maintenance free as compared to conventional fishing reels, the line almost never needs to be replaced, and it is pretty difficult to lose a fly to a big sunfish. So, in the long run you save tons of money fly fishing for sunfish as compared to traditional methods.

Cave Run Lake - Crash's Landing

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Crappie Fishing Tips

This article will explain some simple crappie fishing tips that will enable you to catch more crappie. This article will focus on anglers that don't have a boat, because for most of my fishing life, I've been in exactly that predicament. No boat to help you get to the "right" areas. The first thing to understand is that most areas throughout the United States have accessible crappie fishing water for those of us without the help of a boat. On many lakes and reservoirs there are man made piers that provide excellent crappie fishing opportunities. Your local bait shop should be able to point you in the right direction. Once you locate your local fishing pier, and know that people fish for crappie there, follow these tips, to help you catch them.

A crappie's favorite meal is live minnows, there's no doubt about that. You're going to want some small jigs in a variety of colors as well, but a crappies favorite meal is a live minnow. Therefore you're going to need a minnow bucket to keep and carry your minnows. Once you have a couple of dozen live minnows, you're ready to head to the fishing pier.

The best time to catch crappie is at night. Under certain conditions they can be caught all the time, but as a general rule, most anglers fish for crappie off of these piers at night. The first trick, as you will quickly find out, is to position a light above the water once night falls. There are "crappie lights" that a person can purchase, or you can simply attach a propane lantern to a rope, lower in off of the pier, and position it right above the water. The purpose of doing this is to attract bugs and small underwater creatures to the light. That, in turn attracts bait fish to feed on the bugs and small underwater creatures. That, in turn, attract larger fish (such as crappie) to feed on the baitfish. You then lower your live minnow, attached to a bobber, into the water and wait.

What about rigging your live minnow? What's the best way to do this? A set of #8 or 10 gang hooks is the best way to rig a live minnow. A set of gang hooks is simply two small hooks tied in tandem. You simply hook the minnow's lips through the top hook and leave the trailing hook alone. As long as you're using size 8 or 10 hooks, they won't be noticed by the fish. When crappie fishing, the minnow must be alive and swimming around under your bobber. If the minnow is hooked in a manner which doesn't keep it alive long, you're just wasting the money you spend on bait. Hooking it through the lips keeps the minnow alive for a very long time, and presents it in a completely natural manner. A set of gang hooks is the best way to present your minnow to the crappie, and with two hooks, will increase your hook up rate as well.

These simple tips will help you catch more crappie, and we all know why we want to catch more crappie. These little black and white fish are absolutely delicious. We fish for some fish for the fight or their beauty, but crappie? We fish for crappie so that they can grace our dinner table. Crappie are easily one of the best tasting fish that can be caught in freshwater.

Halibut Sport fishing Prince Rupert 220 lbs

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Ice Fishing: A Delightful Fishing Sport For Kids And Family Fun!

The rough, unruly winters are that time of the year in the US calendar when white is everywhere underfoot. Never mind the chilling winds, as soon as there is some glazing of ice on the rivers, outdoorsmen and avid angler (s) make like holy men and walk on water in search of hot fishing action, popularly known as "ice fishing". A simple sport where you just drill a hole and catch fish, there is more to it than simple outdoor entertainment. Yes, not many angler (s) are supposed to know that somewhere between the hole drilling and the fish catching, millions of dollars is spent on equipment. It is an astonishing fact that every year, there are quite a number of wealthy individuals and industries who are quite instrumental in supporting the ice fishing product economy, with some of them willing to shell out for every new gadget that hits the ice market.

The purpose of such investment in the ice fishing market is to promote the cause of ice fishing among the angling community. Coupled with it is the lure of camaraderie, which binds an angler to another in the ice fishing sport. Whether you are huddled together on four inches of ice on a frozen lake in Illinois with your lures, fishing bait, or a group of permanent shacks is parked on two feet of ice in northern Minnesota, the fishing takes a back seat to the total outdoors experience. If you are somewhat a foodie, all you do is step on any frozen lake any time of day and get into a group of ice fishermen and you will smell chili, stew, spaghetti, soup, beanie weenies, coffee or hot chocolate on someone's burner. Remember the old adage: "food tastes better on the ice than in the kitchen".

That said, it must be also admitted that the most favorite ice fishing targets are to be enjoyed with the family. If you are equipped with proper fishing lures, fishing tackle, fishing bait and other fishing equipment for ice fishing, there is nothing like the thrill of pulling a trophy northern pike or a trophy-sized trout fish through the ice. With a proper game plan and the right equipment (including your choice of lures and fishing bait), you can set yourself up to put some beautiful fish up on the ice.

With all the pluses ice fishing has going for it, there is still a multitude of anglers who have never ventured out for ice fishing with their fishing lures, tackles and fishing bait (s). May be they don't ice fish because they are scared of walking on a frozen lake and of falling through into the icy water. However, this fear of angler (s) can be alleviated with an equipment called the spud bar. Basically an iron rod with a chisel tip used to check the safety of the ice, it is an essential piece of equipment of ice fishing anglers in various areas in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Not much ice fishermen in the US own this equipment, though. But in spite of the fear factor, there actually are some avid anglers who get real crazy about ice fishing on river backwaters, the Great Lakes, and on early and late ice (when it is the most dangerous). Can you believe, there are those who have fallen through over a dozen times, driven snowmobiles and ATVs off into the abyss, and all this for an eight-inch bluegill or an eighteen inch trout fish?

Nowadays the various fishing industries has come up with great lures and fishing bait equipment that are just ideal for Ice Fishing as well as open water summer fishing. There are several high quality ice fishing lures that expert ice fishermen desired. Ratso, Shrimpo, Finesse Plastics,
Ant and Rat Finkee all have been used with great success by anglers all year round.

Some of the most used fishing bait (s) that angler (s) use for ice fishing are as follows:

-Wax Worms, Preserved Natural Baits: These are genuine cream-color wax worms naturally preserved to retain their original consistency, scent and fish-catching power.

-Shiner Minnows (Large): Natural, wild minnows preserved to retain their life-like appearance.

-White Fly Flicks, Specialty Pork: The tiniest pork rind made, used to catch panfish, trout, salmon, bass, shad, pompano, small channel bass.

-Grass Shrimp, Preserved Natural: Miniature, whole grass shrimp naturally preserved to maintain life-like scent and appearance.

-Real Maggots: Preserved Natural: Genuine multi-colored maggots naturally preserved, with tender inside and tough outer skin.

With all these fishing bait (s) and lures, an angler can create a game plan to give him the highest opportunity possible to catch the monsters on the waters.

Bass Fishing - What? No Bow Fishing This Trip?

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We where all ready for our bass fishing trip. We loaded up the tackle box with are favorite top water jigs, spoons, shiners, real bait, power bait etc. etc. Nothing was left out for are fishing adventure down the bayou to catch some nice large-mouth bass.

Then the three children started to plead and beg to load up there bow fishing bows into the fishing boat the night before. What dad can say no to their own children when it comes to the great outdoors and wanting to shoot there bows to polish up on the archery skills they have learned thus far.

Let me set the story strait. The wife (aka the misses) of the house doesn't bow fish. So are day was planned for a great bass fishing adventure and everyone was suppose to fish with there rod and reels. We loaded up the boat with the fishing poles and yes, the bow fishing gear was hidden below in the compartment so the woman of the house wouldn't see them. I didn't want to ruin her day or the kids.  That way I can have my cake and eat it too while fishing.

The morning started off pretty well for a family fishing trip. With are fishing boat already overloaded with gear. It gets a little smaller with five people trying to fish from a sixteen foot Jon boat. We made it to are favorite fishing hole by first light and realized the challenges ahead of us within moments. Are favorite bass fishing spot was over grown with grass and lilies. Now usually, this makes for a great combination of bass near the tree line where it's shaded but we where so overwhelmed by the over growth that it made it very difficult for the kids to cast and jig back to the boat. Almost every cast was either fouled up or caught in the grass.

By late morning we had a half a dozen bass in the boat. Now if your familiar with Louisiana and southern humidity you can understand why the kids wanted there bow fishing bows. The water is to dangerous to take a quick dip to cool down in with all of the snakes and alligators in the water. They started the usual complaining and wanted to get the boat moving to cool down. With the fish not biting as well in the heat the of the day the alligator gar started to splash around. My wife wasn't to happy at the moment. Bass fish generally aren't around when the gar fish are active.  Six bass around 2 to 3lbs  or was it 4 to 5lbs. Anyway we had caught  enough for dinner and the misses was getting the urge to get moving towards the dock. Lunch was approaching plus we where so hot and miserable with the complaining kids.

The misses agreed to bow fishing are way back to the dock. The three kids lit up with grins on there faces with moms suggestion to hunt the way back. The kids wet there bow fishing lines to prevent any line miss happenings and we where on the hunt. The kids practice on a rag target all the time at the house but, it is not the same thing shooting at a moving target or even off of a moving platform.  The kids landed a couple of smaller alligator gar and a few channel cat fish. Everyone was happy with there day spent outside fishing.

Now when I say, "never take your bow fishing bow". What I really mean is, "have your bow fishing bows in your boat at all times". You never know when the fish stop biting and you can still land a prehistoric monster or gar.  Load up your freezer with meat. Now there not the best fish to eat but the Cajuns have a nice gar fish ball recipe to make the fish more palatable.

We finished are evening with some blackened bass for supper. We cooked are meal outside with are camping stove and enjoyed  are meal outdoors with a nice sunset. The fruits of are adventure never tasted so sweet.

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Slam Dunk Fishing Tips For Beginners

Fishing is a sport that is fun and tranquil if you do it by spending your time with your family, friends and with Mother Nature. For the Americans, fishing is considered as their favorite past-time.

One of the fishing activities is fresh water fishing. Fresh water fishing is a great outdoor sport as it involves catching fishes in streams, rivers and lakes, which requires a lot of patience, thus is very challenging. It requires you to acquire skills over a period of time. However, this fun and challenging activity can be done even with kids.

Before you begin fishing, it's a good idea for you to check your state's fishing requirements, just to make sure that you have the proper documentations to fish. For example, you might need a license to fish and this you can check from the sporting goods store. The people here can determine if you need a license, and if you do, they can even help you get one. Some stores will even provide the license for you. So remember to check what documentations you might need before you go on your fishing trip.

Since you are already in your neighbourhood sporting goods store, take some time to look around and see the latest fishing equipment available. Then you'd be able to decide on the right fishing equipment to purchase for your fishing trip. If you are a beginner at fishing, do check your budget. You should not overspend and buy expensive equipment. Just get the basic items that you really need for your trip.

Should you be in nay doubt as to what you should purchase and what you can do without, do not hesitate to get assistance from the store keeper. However, always keep in mind that you have a set budget and you have to stick to it. Take as long as you need to decide on each piece of equipment, and always ask questions on each equipment that is shown to you. Ask about how the equipment is used and whether or not a beginner would really need such equipment. For example, you could purchase artificial lures for bait, but you can also use worms that you dig out from your own backyard.

As a beginner, you would only require the basic items, such as an inexpensive rod and reel, a fishing line, some hooks, weights, fishing lures or bait, a net and perhaps a bobber which will help your line to keep afloat. Sunglasses are also essential. Choose polarized sunglasses as they can lessen the glare thus helping you to see clearly through the water.

Next, find out where the fishes are. If you do not know any good fishing locations, try asking for the local hotspots. Alternately, you could check with your state's fishing regulations for further information on the various fishing locations around your state.

The time will come for you to be an expert fisherman. When you are one, you can easily upgrade your equipment to top-of-the-line fishing equipment. In the meantime, try to keep this basic and as simple as possible.

One thing important that you should always remember is never to fish alone. You should always go with a friend. That way should an emergency take place, there will always be another person to get help or assistance.

The smartest thing for you to do would be to start fishing is shallow waters. Aim you cast in any rocky or shady areas where the water is deep. This is where the fish can be found. Do remember that this is your practice exercise.

Once your skill level grows and you become better, you can then try out the deeper waters. However before attempting such things, make sure you take your time to practice casting. This will help you familiarize yourself with your rod and reel.

And you know where is the best place for you to practice? Your own backyard! First, mark off the area with a length of rope. This will be your guide to practice aiming your cast. Practice throwing your cast and look at your movements. Study how you move your arms. Find the best way for you to cast your line. This should be the way that suits your best and one that you're comfortable with. Remember, when casting, it's all in the wrist, not in the arms.

When using fishing hooks, practice extreme caution as they are very sharp and can cause injury. Before you cast your line, check to see that the area is clear and that there are no obstacles in your way. This will make sure that no one gets hurt with the sharp fishing hooks.

When it is finally time for you to go on a real fishing trip, remember to always cast your line a little way ahead of the fish. Also try to make your lure or bait land softly and without much of a splash. The fish will see the bait at a close point, but if the line is behind the fish, the fish will not be able to see it.

Should there be at any one time your cast gets a little disorganized, you should move closer towards the water. This will help you get better accuracy in casting your line.

Keep a close eye on the bobber. If you detect any movement, or if the bobber goes underwater, you will know that a fish has grabbed the bait. This means you've got a fish hooked on your line. Relax and don't get too excited. Stay calm at all times.

Now that the fish is hooked, try to keep your line tight and very slowly reel in your fish. Hold your net close by and use it to get the fish out of the water. Once your fish is out, you can proceed to remove the hook from the fish. This you should very carefully do so you don't end up hurting yourself.

Should you find that the fish you just caught is undersized (in accordance to the states regulation book) you should immediately return it to the water. Also, if you have no intention to cook your catch of the day, do not waste the fish. You should quickly throw it back into the water. When you throw your fish back into the water you are helping to supply the water with more fish. This way, fishermen in the future will be able to experience the same exhilarating feeling that you get when you get a catch.

And finally, do make sure you take your time to look around and enjoy your surrounding environment. You will find that this is the best time for you to experience the calm and peaceful view of the water.

And finally don't forget to have fun!

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Trout Fishing Tips

Trout are very beautiful fish you spend your time trying to recover. This article describes some tips to help you discuss, to fish trout more. When I speak of trout, I'm referring to trout species that can be found in the United States. These species are: Rainbow, Brown, Brook, Cutthroat and Bull Trout. While there are differences in temperament are looking for, colors and sizes of these groups of trout, the methods for l ',catch them are similar. Below are some general trout fishing tips to help you catch more of any or all of the species listed above, especially in river and stream situations.

Size Matters - When it comes to trout fishing, the size of your gear and bait matter. In most trout fishing situations, ultra light to light gear and bait is the way to go. Unless of course you happen to be fishing for the monster Great Lakes visiting Brown Trout of the Midwest, in which case heavier gear will be necessary. I personally use a 5 foot ultra light rod and ultra light reel spooled with four for almost all of my trout fishing, and catch very large trout on a setup just like this. As far as hooks, the biggest I use for trout fishing with live bait is size 10. When it comes to lures, small lures are what you want to use as well. I personally don't normally fish for trout with spinners and spoons that are bigger than ¼ ounce. And minnow-type plugs shouldn't exceed four inches long, in my opinion when fishing for trout.

Clothing Matters - In river and stream situations when the angler is wading in an attempt to catch fish, the color of your clothing matters. Loud colors or even plain white, stand out and the fish will be able to see you. I always wear drab colors to blend in with the background as much as possible. Trout in rivers and streams can become vary wary of anglers, so not permanent work in the interest of fishermen. Simply choose a t-shirt, which is brown or gray. Adapted to white or bright red.

Odor Matters - I'm not talking about the type of deodorant you use. I'm talking about the smell on your hands. All varieties of trout have a very sensitive sense of smell and can detect unnatural odors. For example, if when the smell of smoke a cigarette with your hands, like an ashtray made. This odor will transfer to what it touches (ifyou don't believe me, just ask a non smoker if this is the case.) Therefore, when you touch the bait or lure to attach it to your hook or line, that scent gets on your bait! This will cost you a ton of bites. In most situations a trout will "sniff" the bait before biting it. If it stinks like an ashtray, there will be no biting. I suggest both grabbing a handful of weeds or dirt and rubbing it in your hands periodically, just in case any unnatural scants are on your hands. This simple tip will result in more bites.

Presentation Matters - Trout are a very intelligent species of fish. Whatever bait you chose to use must be presented in the most natural way possible. This is especially true with live bait. You want your bait to look as natural as possible. This is why I use a set of pre-tied gang hooks, because they enable me to present my live bait in an amazingly natural way. With trout in a river or stream situation, presentation matters as much as any other only aspect.

When you start these tips, you will begin to fish for trout anymore. Actually, all I can promise is that you get more bites, setting the hook, and actually in the fight against the trout in your hands. These tips will help you in any case, more bites, which is really what we're all trying, right?

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Bass Fishing Tips - How To Become A Successful Bass Fisherman As Quickly As Possible

Here's some important bass fishing tips to help you become a great fisherman as quickly as possible. Quite simply, many bass beginners today are looking for tips to help them to accelerate their success, because they don't want to have to go through a long learning process before they can start bass fishing effectively.

As with just about anything today, you can very quickly accelerate your success much quicker than before by simply modeling other people's successes who gone before you. There are many very successful fishermen in the world today, both bass and otherwise, and you can learn a lot from their success without having to make the same mistakes yourself.

If you don't learn from their success, you have to go through all the trials and errors they made beforehand before they got to where they are today. If you simply learn from them, you can start out a long ways ahead of where they did.

First of all, here are some important information and tips about bass fishing to give you an idea of what you're getting into. There are three main kinds of bass fish: largemouth, small mouth, and stripes.

The largemouth bass belong to the sunfish fish family, and it is always found in freshwater. These generally stay in the higher levels because they prefer warm water, and also usually reside in smaller shallow lakes as opposed to deter lakes.

When going after bass, always use about an eighth of an ounce of weight after finding the right place in the water, during the spring season. Also, try to cast your bait downhill for the best results during fall.

If you do planning any entering any fishing tournaments, a great tip is to make sure you watch out for opportunities to go fishing with some of your competition, and possibly learn from their success. Whenever you get a chance to go fishing with any of your competition in a fishing tournament, or simply some other successful bass fisherman, always jump at the opportunity.

This is a great way to learn firsthand how to succeed with fishing and pick up some great bass fishing tips. Yes, it's great to read information by them, but to be in the same boat and learn firsthand how they do it is even more valuable.

If you are indeed serious about enrolling in the fishing competition, then try to find associations you can become a part of so that you can stay up-to-date on the latest tournament news, latest techniques, etc.

Also, there are a couple fishing publications specific to bass that are put out either every week or every month, and will also keep today you up to date on which tournaments are coming out. This is a great way to stay up to date not only on the tournaments that are coming up, but also to read some great tips by avid bass fishermen around the country.

Also, checking the Internet is a great way to stay current on the upcoming tournaments and events as well. Of course, if you really want to succeed in these tournaments, then you absolutely need to have confidence, patience and also make sure you practice your skills a lot.

Therefore, hopefully these tips will help you to start succeeding with bass fishing as quickly as possible. While I could give you a lot of different tips and techniques, by far the best and quickest way is to simply find some fishermen that are already successful at this type of fishing, and model their success.

This will get you on the fast track to succeeding as a fisherman. Follow these bass fishing tips, and you'll become a successful bass fisherman quicker than you ever thought possible.

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Ice Fishing: A Delightful Fishing Sport For Kids And Family Fun!

The rough, unruly winters are that time of the year in the US calendar when white is everywhere underfoot. Never mind the chilling winds, as soon as there is some glazing of ice on the rivers, outdoorsmen and avid angler (s) make like holy men and walk on water in search of hot fishing action, popularly known as "ice fishing". A simple sport where you just drill a hole and catch fish, there is more to it than simple outdoor entertainment. Yes, not many angler (s) are supposed to know that somewhere between the hole drilling and the fish catching, millions of dollars is spent on equipment. It is an astonishing fact that every year, there are quite a number of wealthy individuals and industries who are quite instrumental in supporting the ice fishing product economy, with some of them willing to shell out for every new gadget that hits the ice market.

The purpose of such investment in the ice fishing market is to promote the cause of ice fishing among the angling community. Coupled with it is the lure of camaraderie, which binds an angler to another in the ice fishing sport. Whether you are huddled together on four inches of ice on a frozen lake in Illinois with your lures, fishing bait, or a group of permanent shacks is parked on two feet of ice in northern Minnesota, the fishing takes a back seat to the total outdoors experience. If you are somewhat a foodie, all you do is step on any frozen lake any time of day and get into a group of ice fishermen and you will smell chili, stew, spaghetti, soup, beanie weenies, coffee or hot chocolate on someone's burner. Remember the old adage: "food tastes better on the ice than in the kitchen".

That said, it must be also admitted that the most favorite ice fishing targets are to be enjoyed with the family. If you are equipped with proper fishing lures, fishing tackle, fishing bait and other fishing equipment for ice fishing, there is nothing like the thrill of pulling a trophy northern pike or a trophy-sized trout fish through the ice. With a proper game plan and the right equipment (including your choice of lures and fishing bait), you can set yourself up to put some beautiful fish up on the ice.

With all the pluses ice fishing has going for it, there is still a multitude of anglers who have never ventured out for ice fishing with their fishing lures, tackles and fishing bait (s). May be they don't ice fish because they are scared of walking on a frozen lake and of falling through into the icy water. However, this fear of angler (s) can be alleviated with an equipment called the spud bar. Basically an iron rod with a chisel tip used to check the safety of the ice, it is an essential piece of equipment of ice fishing anglers in various areas in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Not much ice fishermen in the US own this equipment, though. But in spite of the fear factor, there actually are some avid anglers who get real crazy about ice fishing on river backwaters, the Great Lakes, and on early and late ice (when it is the most dangerous). Can you believe, there are those who have fallen through over a dozen times, driven snowmobiles and ATVs off into the abyss, and all this for an eight-inch bluegill or an eighteen inch trout fish?

Nowadays the various fishing industries has come up with great lures and fishing bait equipment that are just ideal for Ice Fishing as well as open water summer fishing. There are several high quality ice fishing lures that expert ice fishermen desired. Ratso, Shrimpo, Finesse Plastics,
Ant and Rat Finkee all have been used with great success by anglers all year round.

Some of the most used fishing bait (s) that angler (s) use for ice fishing are as follows:

-Wax Worms, Preserved Natural Baits: These are genuine cream-color wax worms naturally preserved to retain their original consistency, scent and fish-catching power.

-Shiner Minnows (Large): Natural, wild minnows preserved to retain their life-like appearance.

-White Fly Flicks, Specialty Pork: The tiniest pork rind made, used to catch panfish, trout, salmon, bass, shad, pompano, small channel bass.

-Grass Shrimp, Preserved Natural: Miniature, whole grass shrimp naturally preserved to maintain life-like scent and appearance.

-Real Maggots: Preserved Natural: Genuine multi-colored maggots naturally preserved, with tender inside and tough outer skin.

With all these fishing bait (s) and lures, an angler can create a game plan to give him the highest opportunity possible to catch the monsters on the waters.

Luring People Back to the Fishing Pole

VOLANT, PA-- Fewer and fewer people are fly flishing these days. Like hunting, fishing has taken a hit in popularity with fewer and fewer young people buying licenses and hitting the streams. So who's fishing these days? And what are local fly shops doing to get people back to the fishing poles and fishing holes?

Sea Fishing Tackle Shop - How to Start Your Own

If you are a fishing enthusiast and want to start your own sea fishing tackle shop, you should know that there are a few steps that will need to be taken here.

Name Your Business

The first thing that you will want to think about if you want your own sea fishing tackle shop is the name. Come up with a name that is going to be universal, meaning that all fishermen are going to be interested in going to.

You also want a name that is going to be able to last for the duration of the business. So if you are going into the company alone for instance but think that you may get a business partner by the end of it, you will probably not want to use your name.

Get Inventory

Now of course you are going to need to get inventory for your sea fishing tackle shop. You are going to want to stick to high quality fishing supplies that people are going to be interested in and want to purchase. You may be spending a bit more initially than you would if you were purchasing lesser quality inventory, but it will more than pay off in the end.

You want your customers to know that you only deal with the best of the best, so that they can rely on you time and time again and always get the best quality fishing equipment and supplies.

Marketing

One of the most crucial steps that you are going to have to take if you want to open your own sea fishing tackle shop is get out there and do some marketing. You want to make as many people aware of your company as possible if you want your sea fishing tackle shop to have success. This is often one of the things that business owners miss or neglect, and without proper marketing, your business is simply not going to profit and will probably end up going under.

You want each sea fishing tackle review on items from your store to be positive, so make sure that each and every one of your customers is happy with their shopping experience at your store. If they ever have any questions or need any help with anything, you or one of your employees should be ready and willing to help them out, and making sure that they get all the help that they need.

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Sea Fishing Tackle - Hook Sizes Explained

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Hooks are hooks in most anglers' minds. They figure they either need a big one or a small one, depending on the fish they are pursuing. Lots of anglers go through life completely missing the importance of using not only the right size sea hook, but probably most importantly the right type of sea hook.

It's not just pure fishing luck that makes the difference in all sea anglers catching more than you. Most of the time it's the hook choice you make on the day. A thick forged hook is not the right choice for small fish, fish with small mouths or soft lipped fish. A thin Aberdeen wire hook that can penetrate quickly in the inside of the mouth would be a better choice however you would also need a hook that holds its strength and shape.

Hook size is probably the first thing a sea angler should think of when buying hooks. Most are smart enough to know which hook is the right size for the fish they are after but it takes experience. Sizes from most manufacturers range from the very smallest freshwater trout hook at a number 32, to the very largest game fish hook at 19/0.

The size breakdown from smallest to largest looks like this: 32, 30, 28, 26, 24, 22, 20, 18, 16, 14, 12, 11, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0, 5/0, 6/0, 7/0, 8/0, 9/0, 10/0, 11/0, 12/0, 13/0, 14/0, 15/0, 16/0, 17/0, 18/0, and 19/0.

In sea fishing in the UK, average range is from a Size 1 to a Size 10/0 been a boat hook. For example Mackerel fishing, you should be using a size 1/0 hook, for Pollack from the shore you could use a size 3/0 or 4/0 and also you can use this size for most bottom fishing needs. Flatfish you are better off using a size 1 or 1/0 due to their small mouths. Remember all of these hooks come in a short, regular, or long shank version. The shank of the hook is the part between the eye of the hook and the bend. For example long shanks are very well suited for Sandeel baits, Lug or Rag threaded up the shank for a more natural presentation.

Fish hooks also come in several types. Knowing a few of the more popular ones and their uses can help you be successful:

O'SHAUGHNESSY This hook is named for the specific design of the hook. It's a standard hook, forged with a very strong bend. This hook is relatively thick, very strong, and not likely to bend out of shape. Generally designed for saltwater, it is good for general bottom fishing use. Sizes range from #3 to as large as 19/0.

ABERDEEN They are generally made from shaped wire. Unlike the O'Shaughnessy, it can and does bend. It can be bent back into shape several times before it becomes too weak. However, once a fish is hook and the barb has completely penetrated, this hook holds very well. These hooks are modified with bends in their shanks for use in jig molds.

CIRCLE Perhaps the best innovation in hooks to come along, circle hooks promote healthy catch and release. The design of the hook itself, when used properly, prevents fish from being hooked in the gut. Many sea anglers have a problem using these hooks because they require no hook set. If you do try to set the hook, it will generally come out of the mouth of the fish. These hooks are designed to move to the corner of the fish's mouth and set themselves as the fish swims away from you. Anglers feel a bite and simply begin reeling, slowly at first, then faster as the hook gets set.

LIVE BAIT These hooks generally have a shorter shank than other hooks. Whether that is to allow the live bait to swim more freely or to be less apparent to the fish is debatable. My vote is to allow the bait to swim more freely. These hooks come in regular and circle designs. Regular live bait hooks will be swallowed and result in gut hooks most of the time. Circle live bait hooks provide a greater chance for a good release.

BAITHOLDER Baitholder Hooks - These are very widely used by sea anglers. These are good hooks for worm bait they have a ringed eye and have 2 slices or barbs in the shank to assist with holding the bait up the shank of the hook.

KAHLE The curve on these hooks makes them ideal for live bait. Made from the same wire as the Aberdeen hooks, they will bend if hung on the bottom of some structure. However, once a fish is hooked, the design of the hook prevents it from being straightened. Hook Choice!

First, use common sense. As simple as that may sound, I can't tell you the number of times I have seen people make some really bad hook choices. Match the hook size with the fish! Second, use some trial and error and learn from your mistakes. No one became a good fisherman overnight. All of us had to learn either from someone else or by trial and error. Thirdly, get a good brand of hook, such as Sakuma or Mustad. Try to avoid cheap hooks for the reason that they are just not up for the job, you don't want to let that fish of a life time get away because of a crap hook bend out on you! If you are going to spend any money on Terminal tackle you hooks should be the number one first choice.

My personal favourites are Sakuma Singers and Mustad Worm hooks for flatfish and Mustad Aberdeen and Ultra Point Bass Hooks for Bottom Fishing for Huss off the rocks where a stronger hook is needed but a larger gape for bigger baits is required.

Finally, to all of you who are new to fishing, try taking these examples and build your learning experiences upon them. Trial and error are often the best teachers in any skill.

Summer Trout Fishing Reports

So it is time to go trout fishing. Before you go, however, you should check the summer trout fishing reports.

What Are Fishing Reports

These reports will give information about your favorite fishing locations. The reports will let you know when the location will be stocked. Also, they will let you know what kind of success other anglers are having. If you study the reports before you go fishing you will maximize your chances at landing the trout you desire.

Most fishing reports are updated weekly, so you will want to stay up to date with where the best locations are. There are many sources where you can find summer trout fishing reports.

State Fishing Agency

One place to find summer them is at your local state fishing agency. These are usually the organizations that publish the fishing reports. If you do not live near a local branch, it may be possible for the agency to mail the reports to you.

Internet

The Internet is a very convenient place to find summer trout fishing reports. You can go to the state fishing agency's website or you may also be able to find these reports at other locations. You can use your favorite search engine to locate the summer trout fishing reports.

Fishing Shops

Your local fishing shop likely has the weekly fishing reports. They may be available for free, for a small fee, or they may just be posted for anyone to view. Fishing shops also have a wealth of other information available too to help you in your fishing endeavors.

Other Fishermen

Other fishermen may have access to all the summer news. You can approach them and ask if they would be willing to share the information with you. In addition to asking about the fishing reports, you should ask other anglers for other information about fishing at specific fishing locations. If you get the "inside scoop" on where to fish, you may just stumble on some great information to help you.

Just a Report

Remember that the words of others are just words. This is not some magical way to make sure that you catch fish. The fishing reports will help you maximize your chances, but actually catching fish will come down to your angling skills, and of course as always, fishing can come down to luck.

Get To It

Once you have the summer trout fishing reports in hand, it is time to act. You can read and prepare all you want, but until you actually get out and go fishing, you will not have success. Enjoy trout fishing even more with these. You will find fishing even more enjoyable.

Tips to Run a Good Tackle Shop

Retired couples may wish to find a sideline that can keep them busy and provide some income for their later years. Opening a tackle shop may be just the answer they are looking for. Good bait shops are needed in every area that has access to fishing in rivers or lakes, and even coastal towns.

The best kind of bait shop to open is the kind that becomes a hangout of sorts for the local fishermen. Small towns where everyone knows everybody else are the perfect place for this kind of shop. It provides a place for the fishermen to start their day and end it as well.

If a fishing tackle shop is the type of business that you choose to open, then in addition to the obvious fishing tackle and bait that you will need to stock, you should also consider installing a kitchen and acquiring a liquor license. For those fishermen who wish to meet up before heading out to the lake in the morning, you could profit greatly by providing them a place to grab some breakfast and coffee and socialize before setting out.

The liquor license would come in handy in two ways. Number one, many fishermen feel that there is nothing better than grabbing a case of beer and heading for the lake for some fishing and fun. Number two, when the fishermen come back in the evening, you could profit by giving them a place to stop in, show off their catches for the day and grab a cool pint before heading home for the night.

Local fishermen will count on your tackle shop to provide them with minnows, earthworms, maggots and other live bait. They may also look for artificial bait. A selection of quality tackle will be important as well. You will need rods, reels, fishing line, floats, lures and sinkers.

Be sure that the fishermen in your area can get a fishing license from you, as well as boat registrations and hunting licenses. You may also want to get certified to be a hunting check station. Catering to the local fishing hunting enthusiasts will increase revenue.

Your bait and tackle shop will be successful if you learn the value of variety and change. You should rotate your stock to match the season and the activity that is occurring during that particular time of year. You must be willing to keep your store open for long hours if you expect to make any kind of a profit from it. Opening before dawn when the fishermen are just starting out, and closing after dark once the fishermen have returned will be the key to a successful tackle store operation.

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Trout Fishing Tricks - Proven Tips to Catch More Trout

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For more than 25 years I've been fishing for, and catching, trout all across the United States and in that time, I've learned some trout fishing tricks that have been proven to catch trout. In this article I'm going to reveal these trout fishing tricks so that you can use them as well.

These tips come from experience and from my mentor who taught me how to fish for trout more than 25 years ago. This man was the best trout angler I've ever come across, and taught me a lot. When it comes to trout fishing, never forget that there's no substitute for spending time on the water practicing you craft. All the trout fishing tricks in the world will do little to help you without time spent on the water implementing said tricks.

Shall we get down to business and the proven tips to catch more trout?


Use Mother Nature To Your Advantage - The first trout fishing trick is to use Mother Nature to your advantage, or more specifically the weather and moon. The weather and moon have as much to with trout biting as the type of bait that you choose to use. There are simple rules (such as fishing when the moon is in the full phase) that can be easily learned and implemented to help you catch more trout.

Have Clean Hands - When it comes to trout fishing tricks this is one of the simplest, and most effective. Trout have a very sensitive sense of smell and can easily detect unnatural odors in the water. Our hands carry all kinds of unnatural odors and when we bait up, these odors transfer to our bait or lure. This means that the trout will smell these unnatural odors on out trout bait/lure and will tend not to bite our bait/lure. As trout anglers, we need to make sure are hands are free of any unnatural odors. The trout fishing trick is this: grab a handful of grass or dirt before baiting up, and rub it into your hands. This will effectively "clean" your hands of any unnatural odors.

Use Gang Hooks - Gang hooks are the most effective way to present live bait (especially live worms) in a totally natural manner. Of all of the trout fishing tricks in this article, this might be the most important. Presenting your bait in a natural manner makes all the difference in the world when trout fishing. Especially for larger, more experienced trout.

These trout fishing tricks have been helping me catch more trout for more than 25 years and I know they will do the same for you. Give one or all of them a shot for yourself and find out just how effective these tricks are.

Fly Fishing - Choosing the Best Fly Fishing Rod

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If you have ever done any fly fishing before then you understand how important it is in choosing the best fly fishing rod. Anyone who enjoys this sport does not want to get stuck in the water with a fish on one end of the pole and rod and you do not have the proper equipment to be able to reel it in. Nothing is more frustrating that losing a fish because you settled on a rod that can not perform the way you want it to. This article on fly fishing - choosing the best fly fishing rod; because we want you to consider the following before you purchase your next fishing rod.

The first thing people take into consideration is cost; after all no one wants to pay a fortune just to continue their favorite sport. Anyone who loves to fish understands that all the fishing equipment can be very expensive. However whenever you find a site that offers discounts and clearance sales; this is the best time to purchase your fishing equipment. The most popular or common fishing rod that is suitable for any angler is the St. Croix Fly fishing rod. Yes you can purchase several other brands and models, however most likely you will be spending more money than you would like.

Comfort is another important factor; you never want to get one because you like the way it looks. Make sure that you are comfortable with it before you spend your money on it. I usually stick with the brands that I am familiar with; because I know from past experience how it feels and how it performs in the water. You can venture out and try new things if you like; however be familiar with what you are purchasing. There is nothing that can ruin a fishing trip than to have a fishing rod that you are unfamiliar with or have never used before.

Know what the rod is going to be used for; what kind of fish are you going to be fishing for? If you can answer that question; chances are you will know what type of fly fishing rod you will need. It will vary depending on what type of fish you are looking to catch. The general maxim is to equate the weight of the fish to the weight of the fishing rod. For most of the common fish you will want to remember that you will want to use a light to medium heavy quality of fishing gear.

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Will Raison: Waggler Fishing Tips at Gold

Will Raison has been a member of Team England for 10 years now and is considered one of the best all round match anglers in the country. He's at Gold Valley in Aldershot showing the finer points of fishing the waggler. Watch and learn. STOP PRESS: In September 2008 Will finally won the individual gold medal at the world freshwater championships. He was also part of Team England who won gold. The championships took place in Italy and it's not often they lose in their own back yard. Well done Will.

Fishing Tips For Bass

To be a fisherman who fishes for bass is unremarkable. To be a good fisherman who CATCHES bass is another story, a story that will be retold over and over to those wishing to know your secrets. The most successful way to become that good fisherman is by learning the best fishing tips for bass, and then adapting those tips into your fishing style. By doing so, you will improve your techniques and your results at the end of the fishing day.

Knowledge is a powerful thing. Becoming well versed in any subject will give you power, and fishing for bass is no exception. So it is understandable that the first tip in fishing for bass is to know your prey. There are several types of bass found in the United States. Among them are the striper, sand bass, smallmouth, spotted, black and largemouth. In order to have a successful bass fishing trip, the fisherman will need to learn what type of bass are in the area being fished. Learn as much as you can about the fish itself; where it lives, and what it eats.

Know the habitat of the bass; what type of water does it prefer? Smallmouth and spotted bass, for example, prefer the deep water of both lakes and some rivers, while largemouth and black bass can be found in either shallow or deep. Remember that seasons will affect the habitats of the bass, as they may spawn in shallow cuts and then head out to deeper water after spawning season.

In general, bass can be found in areas where they can hide, or be inconspicuous. Fallen trees, structures in or over the water, weedy areas or waters with floating vegetations such as lily pads are all examples of favorite bass habitats. Knowing where to find the bass is the first step to catching them.

Once you've identified and learned the habits of the bass in your area, your next step should be to find out how to attract the fish. Having the right bass fishing equipment will assure that you will not only get the attention of the bass, but practically promise the landing of the catch. Again, you will need to match the type of fish and the waters you will be fishing to the type of lures you will use. Some species love live bait such as shad, minnows and perch; others respond best to artificial lures like spinnerbaits, crankbaits, plastic worms and grubs.

A final entry for fishing tips for bass is the fisherman's technique and skill. The best way to hone your bass fishing skills is by observing what works; viewing television fishing shows, DVDs, and actual live demonstrations can all give you the tips perfected by professional and tournament fishermen that you can adapt to improve your own bass fishing techniques.

By applying fishing tips for bass into your next bass fishing venture, you will certainly be well on the way to landing a trophy bass. A little bit of knowledge can go a long way in bass fishing.

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The History Of Fishing Reels

Fishing is a very popular sport throughout the world and it can be rewarding and a brilliant experience to catch your supper whilst enjoying nature. Fishing with family or friends can be good fun too and a great bonding experience for sons and fathers. Challenges exist whether river fishing or sea fishing but it is important to be patient and learn from any mistakes you make. Nobody becomes a professional overnight and practice does make perfect.


It is required by law in most states to obtain a fishing license before you start to fish but this does vary from state to state so you need to check out your state's requirements before you begin fishing. When you have your license, you can think about buying tackle and equipment.
The fishing rod was invented first, followed by the reel, which has been around for hundreds of years. Reels date back to the 17th century although the Chinese were using a type of fishing reel in the 12th century. Before the 18th century, a reel had the primary role of storing excess line but reels have come a long way since those days and there is a good choice on the market to suit various types of fishing, your budget and ability. You can get reels using materials like brass and nickel today.
Before purchasing a reel, ask yourself where you will be fishing and what you can afford. If you plan to be fishing in a stream or river, you will need something quite different than if you were to be fishing in the open sea in rough conditions. A novice fisherman should probably consider something