Live worms are my "go to" bait when it comes to fishing (and have been for more than two decades) and in that time I have learned some simple tips and techniques for hooking a worm that have enabled me to experience a ton of fishing success. Although this might seem like a simple task, how to hook a worm, and it is to a large degree, there are some simple points that many anglers overlook when it come to rigging a live worm for fishing. In this article I will outline some of these tips and techniques so that you too can experience more fishing success.
There is little doubt that learning how to put a worm on a hook is simple and easy and you're probably saying to yourself, "come on, you just hook a worm on to a fishing hook and you're good to go, what is this person talking about?" To this I would say, "You are right, that's exactly how to go about hooking a worm for fishing." What I'm taking about is taking your fishing to the next level. Going "above and beyond" what every other fisherman does and learning some tips that might just make you a much more successful fisherman.
These tips and techniques are being listed in no particular order and should be implemented as you see fit.
1.Try Not To Kill The Worm - "Over hooking" or "threading" a live worm onto a fishing hook is a sure way to kill the worm. Many novice anglers make this mistake when hooking a worm for fishing. The less invasive you can be when hooking a live worm for fishing, the more effective your worm will be as bait. Dead or "almost dead" worms are much less effective than lively worms.
2.Use Gang Hooks - Gang hooks are a pair of small hooks tied in tandem on light leaders that enable worms to be presented as bait in a totally natural and realistic manner. This way of hooking a worm is much more effective because of the second hook. Gang hooks are the perfect example of two of something being better than one of something. In the case of gang hooks and fishing with worms, two hooks are better than one hook.
3.De-scent Your Fingers - When you are putting a worm onto a hook (s) for fishing you will obviously have to touch your worm in order to bait the worm onto your hook, right? Well, any unnatural scents that are on your fingers will transfer to the worm and cost you bites. This is especially true with fish species that have a sensitive sense of smell (as most fish do!) When hooking a worm for fishing you always want to "de-scent" your fingers before baiting up. This can be accomplished by simply rubbing your hands in a handful of grass or gravel before touching your live worms.
Implement these simple tips into your fishing repertoire and you will never again wonder about hooking a worm again. The bottom line is that these tips have been helping me catch more fish while using live worms as bait for many years and I know they will do the same for you.
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Friday, 29 October 2010
Wednesday, 27 October 2010
Soaring High With Carp Fishing
Carp fishing is a very popular sport not only in Europe; it has gained much acclaim even in the United States. As an effect of this popular demand, knowing the factors to consider before purchasing the right carp fishing gear is more significant than ever. For you to be able to enjoy your sport, know the fish and the gear. Here are some tips on how to find it:
As much as possible know your budget before deciding what else to buy for your next fishing trip. Because there is a lot of fishing gear to choose, know the right tools and consider the price range that would suit your budget.
After you have sorted out everything, budget and all it's time for you to record everything you'll need. Apparently, the most essential implement you need for fishing is a rod ( if possible choose the graphite kind or Kevlar; this is a brand name), a rod holder, a reel that will hold up to 150 yards of 12 lb test line and bait.
Better to canvass if necessary for the best option, shopping around is highly suggested to be able to get the best quality of carp fishing rod. Definitely, better quality of fishing rod may vary for longer-lasting use than opting to buy a cheap one.
Don't be hesitant to ask expert fisherman if they know better types of carp fishing gear to use. They are the ones in the know as they have been in this business for many years.
Know about the fish itself. Be aware that the carp is an intelligent fish and has a good memory. They know what is edible or not. There may be chances wherein they would reject bait as it has the ability to recall a particular substance associated with a hook or barb.
Knowing what tastes good on a carp is the next best thing to know. It is discussed on carp fishing books that some fishes of this species can eat up to a maximum of 305 of its gross weight. They can eat up weight out of eating weeds; and like all inhabitants of the earth, they have daily nutritional requirements. They have the ability to smell amino acids form sea plants and other aquatic denizens.
Carp fishing books tell us not only how to fish and what gears to use for a particular fishing adventure, but also inform us what the fish love to eat. Mussel and kelp extracts, molasses and liver powder contain amino acids and sucrose which are essential in carp growth. Anglers sometimes use peanuts as they contain lipids, aside from sucrose and amino acids but it doesn't look palatable to the fish. These fishes also like to consume a good amount of bread crust, meat, corn, white fish meal to name a few.
It is not normal for a carp to go near any food unless it recognizes it as "real". Many anglers tried to use some branded carp snacks and have been successful in dealing with the fish's appetite.
I found a wide array of fish food, or quasi foods, in carp fishing books that were tried and proven by professional fishermen. These suggestions however, are as good as others have vouched; you can either choose to test it yourself and be proud of the feat you have achieved. Gear up and soar high with carp fishing!
Juan Skyzinski is a freelance writer who writes based on his own personal accounts and experiences.
More on Carp Fishing readings at my website:
http://www.carpfishingbooks.org
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As much as possible know your budget before deciding what else to buy for your next fishing trip. Because there is a lot of fishing gear to choose, know the right tools and consider the price range that would suit your budget.
After you have sorted out everything, budget and all it's time for you to record everything you'll need. Apparently, the most essential implement you need for fishing is a rod ( if possible choose the graphite kind or Kevlar; this is a brand name), a rod holder, a reel that will hold up to 150 yards of 12 lb test line and bait.
Better to canvass if necessary for the best option, shopping around is highly suggested to be able to get the best quality of carp fishing rod. Definitely, better quality of fishing rod may vary for longer-lasting use than opting to buy a cheap one.
Don't be hesitant to ask expert fisherman if they know better types of carp fishing gear to use. They are the ones in the know as they have been in this business for many years.
Know about the fish itself. Be aware that the carp is an intelligent fish and has a good memory. They know what is edible or not. There may be chances wherein they would reject bait as it has the ability to recall a particular substance associated with a hook or barb.
Knowing what tastes good on a carp is the next best thing to know. It is discussed on carp fishing books that some fishes of this species can eat up to a maximum of 305 of its gross weight. They can eat up weight out of eating weeds; and like all inhabitants of the earth, they have daily nutritional requirements. They have the ability to smell amino acids form sea plants and other aquatic denizens.
Carp fishing books tell us not only how to fish and what gears to use for a particular fishing adventure, but also inform us what the fish love to eat. Mussel and kelp extracts, molasses and liver powder contain amino acids and sucrose which are essential in carp growth. Anglers sometimes use peanuts as they contain lipids, aside from sucrose and amino acids but it doesn't look palatable to the fish. These fishes also like to consume a good amount of bread crust, meat, corn, white fish meal to name a few.
It is not normal for a carp to go near any food unless it recognizes it as "real". Many anglers tried to use some branded carp snacks and have been successful in dealing with the fish's appetite.
I found a wide array of fish food, or quasi foods, in carp fishing books that were tried and proven by professional fishermen. These suggestions however, are as good as others have vouched; you can either choose to test it yourself and be proud of the feat you have achieved. Gear up and soar high with carp fishing!
Juan Skyzinski is a freelance writer who writes based on his own personal accounts and experiences.
More on Carp Fishing readings at my website:
http://www.carpfishingbooks.org
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Tuesday, 19 October 2010
7 Tips on How to Fly Fish
1 Make sure there is plenty of room around you.
It is important to understand that fly fishing requires a lot more space to successfully cast. The distance you need to cast in front of you, will also be needed behind you during your cast. To avoid snagging your line during your cast make sure there are no low tree branches, tall weeds, or any man made structures behind you. Once you have found a nice open spot to cast it is time to look at your form.
2 Having and maintaining proper form and balance.
If you are on dry land; make sure your feet are square with your body so that you are properly balanced. It is very difficult to cast when you are off balanced. If you are using waders base your foot position off how fast the current is. Having no current or a slow current make sure feet are planted firmly and not on a slippery rock. In a moderate or fast current make sure feet are spread apart so you can maintain balance. It is very important to not turn your back to the current because you could get knocked down.
3 Casting takes muscle memory and finesse
When picking up a fly rod, your dominate hand should be on the rods handle, while your free hand is in charge of feeding the line. You don't have to have your hands this way, it's however feels comfortable in your cast. This is a good rule of thumb. The importance of keeping your arms close your body is because casting a fly rod is just flicking of the wrist. Imagine your forearm is the hand on a clock; during your cast flick your wrist between 10 and 2 o'clock. Going further than this can cause your line to tangle itself in the air or hit your rod as it passes by.
4 Managing your line in the cast.
When you have pulled the proper amount of line out of the reel, the amount of line is the distance of your cast, it is time to start working the rod back and forth and generate your cast. Keep your feeding hand on the line you have pulled out. The line should be bellow you, and not past the first eye of the rod. With one flick of the wrist bring your rod back to 10oclock, before the line falls to the ground behind you flick your wrist so the rod is at 2 o'clock. With each flick forward and backwards, your feeding hand should be letting out the line you previously took out of the reel. This will add distance to each flick and give you an idea of how much more or less line you need to land your fly on your target.
5 Retrieving your fly
Whether using streamers, nymphs, or dry flies it is important to retrieve properly. Keep the rod tip up so if a fish strikes the fly, it can be easily noticed. It is best to pull your line with your off hand instead of reeling it in. Pulling the line back saves time later so you don't have to take it back out on your next casts. With each time you retrieve the fly having that same amount of line out of the real will guaranty the same distance of your next cast.
6 Catching a fish
If your fishing skills get a fish to eat your fly then it's time to bring the fish in. Maintaining line tension is important because fish can unhook themselves if they are given slack. If you pin the fishing line against the rod with the same hand that is holding the road, your free hand can reel in the access line and eventually reel in the fish. If this proses is too complicated, you can simply pull the line in just like you would retrieving a fly without a fish on. Remember to always keep the rod tip up so the rod has leverage against the fighting fish.
7 Practice makes perfect
Find an open location on land for casting. Assemble your fly rod and put on a fly that has no hook, or break a hook off an old fly. Place a 25 gallon bucket ten yards away. Work on your wrist action, smoothness in letting line out, and accuracy. Try to get the fly to land in the bucket, every time you do, take a few more steps back. This is a great way to perfect your casting skills.
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It is important to understand that fly fishing requires a lot more space to successfully cast. The distance you need to cast in front of you, will also be needed behind you during your cast. To avoid snagging your line during your cast make sure there are no low tree branches, tall weeds, or any man made structures behind you. Once you have found a nice open spot to cast it is time to look at your form.
2 Having and maintaining proper form and balance.
If you are on dry land; make sure your feet are square with your body so that you are properly balanced. It is very difficult to cast when you are off balanced. If you are using waders base your foot position off how fast the current is. Having no current or a slow current make sure feet are planted firmly and not on a slippery rock. In a moderate or fast current make sure feet are spread apart so you can maintain balance. It is very important to not turn your back to the current because you could get knocked down.
3 Casting takes muscle memory and finesse
When picking up a fly rod, your dominate hand should be on the rods handle, while your free hand is in charge of feeding the line. You don't have to have your hands this way, it's however feels comfortable in your cast. This is a good rule of thumb. The importance of keeping your arms close your body is because casting a fly rod is just flicking of the wrist. Imagine your forearm is the hand on a clock; during your cast flick your wrist between 10 and 2 o'clock. Going further than this can cause your line to tangle itself in the air or hit your rod as it passes by.
4 Managing your line in the cast.
When you have pulled the proper amount of line out of the reel, the amount of line is the distance of your cast, it is time to start working the rod back and forth and generate your cast. Keep your feeding hand on the line you have pulled out. The line should be bellow you, and not past the first eye of the rod. With one flick of the wrist bring your rod back to 10oclock, before the line falls to the ground behind you flick your wrist so the rod is at 2 o'clock. With each flick forward and backwards, your feeding hand should be letting out the line you previously took out of the reel. This will add distance to each flick and give you an idea of how much more or less line you need to land your fly on your target.
5 Retrieving your fly
Whether using streamers, nymphs, or dry flies it is important to retrieve properly. Keep the rod tip up so if a fish strikes the fly, it can be easily noticed. It is best to pull your line with your off hand instead of reeling it in. Pulling the line back saves time later so you don't have to take it back out on your next casts. With each time you retrieve the fly having that same amount of line out of the real will guaranty the same distance of your next cast.
6 Catching a fish
If your fishing skills get a fish to eat your fly then it's time to bring the fish in. Maintaining line tension is important because fish can unhook themselves if they are given slack. If you pin the fishing line against the rod with the same hand that is holding the road, your free hand can reel in the access line and eventually reel in the fish. If this proses is too complicated, you can simply pull the line in just like you would retrieving a fly without a fish on. Remember to always keep the rod tip up so the rod has leverage against the fighting fish.
7 Practice makes perfect
Find an open location on land for casting. Assemble your fly rod and put on a fly that has no hook, or break a hook off an old fly. Place a 25 gallon bucket ten yards away. Work on your wrist action, smoothness in letting line out, and accuracy. Try to get the fly to land in the bucket, every time you do, take a few more steps back. This is a great way to perfect your casting skills.
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Monday, 18 October 2010
The Best Fishing Times - Determining the Best Time to Be on the Water Fishing
There is a lot of information out there concerning the best time to be on the water fishing. There are various "apps", books, and subscriptions that show you the most likely times that fish will be feeding, thus showing you the best fishing times. The problem with most of these solutions to determining the best fishing times is that they cost money, in some cases quite a lot of money. While many of these products are effective and are useful tools at helping you to determine the best time to be on the water fishing, for most anglers they simply aren't necessary.
When it comes to determining the best fishing times all you have to do is look to Mother Nature. In this article I will outline the two aspects of Mother Nature that should be focused on, then with a little bit of study (an hour or less is probably enough) you can learn how to figure out when fish will more than likely be active, thus making the them much more likely to bite your offering.
So, what is it about Mother Nature that you need to know to determine the best fishing times? To determine the best times to be on the water fishing you need to pay attention to two specific aspects of Mother Nature, the weather and the moon. These two natural forces have an incredible impact on the activity level (and thus feeding level) of fish. The bottom line is that just being on the water when one of these forces of Mother Nature in your favor will make an incredible difference in the amount of fishing success you experience.
Let's start with the weather. The weather and what it is doing has an amazing impact on the activity level of fish. This has to do with the air pressure and how it relates to the fish under the water. You see, fish detect pressure changes through their lateral lines, and their behavior changes in relation to any pressure changes that might be taking place. Understanding the simple rules about how high and low pressure systems and weather changes mean pressure changes goes a long way in determining the best fishing times.
The next aspect of Mother Nature to pay attention to is the moon, or more specifically what phase the moon is in at the time that you are going fishing. The two phases of the moon that we as fishermen need to pay attention to are the new and full moon phases. Fishing will almost always be more productive during these phases of the moon. I realize that this may sound strange, but it's nonetheless true. The bottom line is that determining the best time to be on the water fishing isn't that difficult for the average angler. A little bit of study concerning the weather and moon and the simple ways in which they impact fish behavior will go a long way to helping you determine the best fishing times.
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When it comes to determining the best fishing times all you have to do is look to Mother Nature. In this article I will outline the two aspects of Mother Nature that should be focused on, then with a little bit of study (an hour or less is probably enough) you can learn how to figure out when fish will more than likely be active, thus making the them much more likely to bite your offering.
So, what is it about Mother Nature that you need to know to determine the best fishing times? To determine the best times to be on the water fishing you need to pay attention to two specific aspects of Mother Nature, the weather and the moon. These two natural forces have an incredible impact on the activity level (and thus feeding level) of fish. The bottom line is that just being on the water when one of these forces of Mother Nature in your favor will make an incredible difference in the amount of fishing success you experience.
Let's start with the weather. The weather and what it is doing has an amazing impact on the activity level of fish. This has to do with the air pressure and how it relates to the fish under the water. You see, fish detect pressure changes through their lateral lines, and their behavior changes in relation to any pressure changes that might be taking place. Understanding the simple rules about how high and low pressure systems and weather changes mean pressure changes goes a long way in determining the best fishing times.
The next aspect of Mother Nature to pay attention to is the moon, or more specifically what phase the moon is in at the time that you are going fishing. The two phases of the moon that we as fishermen need to pay attention to are the new and full moon phases. Fishing will almost always be more productive during these phases of the moon. I realize that this may sound strange, but it's nonetheless true. The bottom line is that determining the best time to be on the water fishing isn't that difficult for the average angler. A little bit of study concerning the weather and moon and the simple ways in which they impact fish behavior will go a long way to helping you determine the best fishing times.
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Thursday, 14 October 2010
Coarse Fishing - 'Trotting the Stream'
One of the more popular forms of coarse fishing is 'trotting the stream'. This is a method in which we allow a float on the line to carry the bait down at a certain depth and let it flow with the current along the waterway. We know that fish like to rest or hide in ambush behind structures (such as submerged rocks or tree roots) in the water or 'creases' between different current speeds. With these behaviours in mind we can use our coarse rods to direct the float past these structures and at the same time try to present the baits as naturally as possible.
To do this, we start off using as light a line as possible. There are many stick floats on the market, you could even have a go at making one yourself out of large bird quills or balsa- I think the important thing is to keep it simple. The top of the float has to be seen from a distance so ensure the tip is large enough and coloured brightly so as to be readily observed. We attach the float to the line with bands (that can also be bought to size) both at the top and the bottom of the float. We then allow enough line below the float to cater for the depth of water we want to fish. Attach the appropriate hook then experiment with how much weight is needed to cock the float or keep it upright, with an inch or so above the surface.
There are several schools of thought concerning the spacing of these weights (split shot): some people like to group the split shot together 12 inches from the hook- others like to space them out evenly along the line between float and hook. I prefer the latter believing that the line flows more evenly through the water and therefore more naturally.
Once the rig is set and in the current, we release the line to run off the spool as the float flows down the river. Allow the line to lightly flick through your fingers so you have some control when the fish takes the hook, which could happen at any time. One technique you could try (particularly if you are using dragonfly nymphs for bait) is to occasionally halt the release of line causing the nymph to rise against the current to the surface. This mimics the behaviour of nymphs rising for air. The other technique is to hold the line and swing the bait up when the float approaches banks that are possibly undercut, as this is a perfect hideout for most species. This allows the bait to penetrate these hard-to-get-to places.
Adding some groundbait between runs improves the feeding activity but after 20 minutes or so, if there's no action, you can move downstream and repeat the process. In this manner you can cover quite a large area in a short amount of time- particularly in smaller rivers and streams. 'Trotting the stream' takes patience and skill, and you may have to modify some of your methods for different species of fish and areas of water.
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To do this, we start off using as light a line as possible. There are many stick floats on the market, you could even have a go at making one yourself out of large bird quills or balsa- I think the important thing is to keep it simple. The top of the float has to be seen from a distance so ensure the tip is large enough and coloured brightly so as to be readily observed. We attach the float to the line with bands (that can also be bought to size) both at the top and the bottom of the float. We then allow enough line below the float to cater for the depth of water we want to fish. Attach the appropriate hook then experiment with how much weight is needed to cock the float or keep it upright, with an inch or so above the surface.
There are several schools of thought concerning the spacing of these weights (split shot): some people like to group the split shot together 12 inches from the hook- others like to space them out evenly along the line between float and hook. I prefer the latter believing that the line flows more evenly through the water and therefore more naturally.
Once the rig is set and in the current, we release the line to run off the spool as the float flows down the river. Allow the line to lightly flick through your fingers so you have some control when the fish takes the hook, which could happen at any time. One technique you could try (particularly if you are using dragonfly nymphs for bait) is to occasionally halt the release of line causing the nymph to rise against the current to the surface. This mimics the behaviour of nymphs rising for air. The other technique is to hold the line and swing the bait up when the float approaches banks that are possibly undercut, as this is a perfect hideout for most species. This allows the bait to penetrate these hard-to-get-to places.
Adding some groundbait between runs improves the feeding activity but after 20 minutes or so, if there's no action, you can move downstream and repeat the process. In this manner you can cover quite a large area in a short amount of time- particularly in smaller rivers and streams. 'Trotting the stream' takes patience and skill, and you may have to modify some of your methods for different species of fish and areas of water.
For more information on this and other methods of coarse fishing, visit http://mycoarserods.com
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Friday, 8 October 2010
Tips for Fly Fishing Beginners
Picture it - Simply you and the river. A quiet and peaceful lull has fallen over the river valley, broken only by the occasional buzz of bugs nearby. All of the sudden, your rod bucks in your hand, and the battle is on! This is when the enjoyable actually begins...Canada has long been recognized for its fly fishing, some of the finest in the world. What better place to perfect your skills as a beginner fly fishing fanatic; trout, salmon or pike, all waiting to check your mettle and deepen your passion for the sport.
Beginner fly fishing is a lesson in a complete new method of freshwater fishing. It is very different from fishing with a lure and reel, because it is the line that is weighted, not the lure. Fly fishing line is designed to carry a weightless fly out through the cast to a targeted point on the water. The method you have to grasp entails imagining the rod as a part of your arm, and remembering that you are not casting the fly, you're casting the line itself.
For a beginner fly fishing fanatic, the most important enemy is patience. Use your dominant hand to hold the rod and pull the line out of your reel with the opposite, slowly in small increments, shifting the rod back and forth. The energy of the rod's movement is pulling the line away from the reel, and providing you with the flexibility to throw that line further out. As the line peels out from the reel, you will have to lengthen the movement of the rod.
Should you pattern your cast to the hands on a clock, your forward motion with the rod ought to cease across the "10 o'clock" place, and the backward motion ought to stop across the "2 o'clock" position. For the beginner fly fishing enthusiast, that is essentially the most critical motion to learn. Learn this, and you're able to go.
If completed appropriately, your casting motion needs to be causing smooth waves to maneuver by way of the line. Pausing slightly on the 10 and 2 positions will allow the line to unfurl parallel to the water, right where you want it to. It's really a sight to see that fly float gently down to the surface of the water, a tempting and natural sight to the waiting fish below. With practice, you will be able to execute longer and more exact casts, without tangling.
Raymond Levi is very passionate about Freshwater Fishing in Canada. He has been in so many places but his heart and fishing hook belongs in Canada. To know more about, beginner fly fishing, visit his recommended site, http://www.freshwater-fishing-canada.com.
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Beginner fly fishing is a lesson in a complete new method of freshwater fishing. It is very different from fishing with a lure and reel, because it is the line that is weighted, not the lure. Fly fishing line is designed to carry a weightless fly out through the cast to a targeted point on the water. The method you have to grasp entails imagining the rod as a part of your arm, and remembering that you are not casting the fly, you're casting the line itself.
For a beginner fly fishing fanatic, the most important enemy is patience. Use your dominant hand to hold the rod and pull the line out of your reel with the opposite, slowly in small increments, shifting the rod back and forth. The energy of the rod's movement is pulling the line away from the reel, and providing you with the flexibility to throw that line further out. As the line peels out from the reel, you will have to lengthen the movement of the rod.
Should you pattern your cast to the hands on a clock, your forward motion with the rod ought to cease across the "10 o'clock" place, and the backward motion ought to stop across the "2 o'clock" position. For the beginner fly fishing enthusiast, that is essentially the most critical motion to learn. Learn this, and you're able to go.
If completed appropriately, your casting motion needs to be causing smooth waves to maneuver by way of the line. Pausing slightly on the 10 and 2 positions will allow the line to unfurl parallel to the water, right where you want it to. It's really a sight to see that fly float gently down to the surface of the water, a tempting and natural sight to the waiting fish below. With practice, you will be able to execute longer and more exact casts, without tangling.
Raymond Levi is very passionate about Freshwater Fishing in Canada. He has been in so many places but his heart and fishing hook belongs in Canada. To know more about, beginner fly fishing, visit his recommended site, http://www.freshwater-fishing-canada.com.
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Wednesday, 6 October 2010
Fish to Catch From Whitby Piers in December
Arriving in Whitby on a cold December evening to fish the piers you can find plenty of accommodation like the Arches or Ashford Guest Houses. The George Hotel situated very close to the harbour side also caters for fishermen and provides freezer space for your catch until your departure date.
There is nothing like staying in a nice hospitable place when you have been out fishing in the cold depths of winter.
Fishing on the Whitby Piers really should be getting into it's own in December. By the end of November and the beginning of December then hopefully the cod fishing should really be getting better. At the start of December we would normally expect some very good fishing with good size whiting and codling getting caught. Unfortunately this year the season has started slowly, mainly due to the weather patterns in my opinion. We have only just started to get the first cold snap of the season, so water temperatures have been higher than you would expect at this time of the year. Things do now appear to be looking up with a recent good Northerly blow that has stirred the sea and given it a bit of colour, coupled with a cold spell we might at last have turned the corner.
There have been a few good reports of fish being caught from all along the N/east coast so hopefully this will continue.
Both piers at whitby fish well but most folk seem to keep to the left hand pier, probably because it is a bit more accessible than the far pier and at the moment you can't access the far end of the pier due to some sea damage. During December when fishing for both cod and whiting I would always 'tip' one of my worm baits with a bit of mackerel strip, normally a good bait for whiting.
I normally only eat whiting by making fishcakes - a lovely tasty fish for making these. My family and especially the kids, love them. The trick with whiting that I have always found best, is to boil them first before using them in fishcakes. If you try to fillet them, they are a boney fish and have loads of small bones but if you boil them for a short while first, you can just peel the flesh off the bone and it makes it a whole lot simpler to use.
Peeler crab is a top bait for cod at the beginning of the season before Xmas but after at the start of the year I would normally prefer Rag or Lug. My preferred worm bait has always been ragworm, many, many would disagree I know, saying big black lug or 'yellow tails' fish better. Everyone to their own but I always preferred ragworm for a few reasons. In very cold weather, and I have fished Whitby pier when it was minus 10 degrees, ragworm will stay alive longer than lug, lug tends to freeze when it is really bitter and I have had ragworm freeze to be fair, but it will last longer. Ragworm is also a tougher bait and will stay on the hook a bit longer than lug in rough weather. I have always loved 'rock fishing' and found rag to be tougher and a better bait than lug. Like I say earlier, everyone to their own.
I remember one night when we fished Whitby east pier, every time we reeled in the ice was coming off the line onto your fingers as you guided the line back onto the reel! Might not sound bad but believe me at 2 or 3 in the morning when your cold and hungry, it hurts! The worms froze solid.
'Coalies' will also be about but again I've had better luck catching them just down the road at Sandsend in the car park. They can sometimes be to a good size too and they will normally put up a spirited fight.
If you fish into the harbour off either of the Whitby piers then eels and flatties are probably the mainstay here. Lug tipped with a bit of mackerel will account for flatties at any time of the year. The far pier has kelp beds and rough ground casting out to sea but it does throw up some really good cod in the right conditions.
Mussel and razor are two very underated baits as far as I am concerned, they both fish well and mussel fishes very well after a good storm when the sea is dropping off and has a good colour to it.
'Darn Sarf' they are rarely seen and I have had many a discussion about the pro's and con's of using mussel. A lot of the guys stick to big blow lug or 'blacks' and won't use anything else. One of the guys I sometimes fish with is like that, won't use anything else besides big lug, possibly tipped off with squid, another underated bait. I have out fished him using rag and other combinations, he has outfished me on many occasions as well but until you try something, who is to know whether it will work or not?
I often keep a few mussel in a jar wrapped in elasticated cotton ready to use. I have found it better to do it this way than to try loading a hook when your hands are cold and wet. Plus if they have been in a jar for a while, they tend to smell a bit more and I believe the smellier or rancid the better to be honest.
I'm not putting myself up as an expert on the subject but with over 40 years of experience behind me, fishing a lot of area's around the English coast, I think I know a little about the subject. I did fish the N/east coast for around 20 years on a very regular basis. Only being limited by "Her who must be obeyed" as most of us are!
It's always a good idea to phone one of the local tackle shops to see how the fishing is doing and you can always book some top class bait at the same time.
One thing I would say here is remember, if you are going to fish off a pier, breakwater or jetty of any type. The last thing you need to happen is loose that fish of the season when trying to lift it up the side. Get yourself a decent 'drop net', you can either buy one or make one, quite easy to do out of an old bike wheel! Many years ago off Saltburn pier I lost a fish that I estimated to be around the 20lb mark, got it half way up the pier and it fell off.
I know it is quite easy to over estimate but I have always believed that the only person you are kidding is yourself so no point in exaggerating! I had a 3lb cod under that one and didn't even know it was there until the 'lump' dropped off.
I always carry a net now if I am fishing piers or jetties or a gaff if I am fishing off a steep beach, I have no intention of losing a good fish again and never have. How many times do you read on the forum's or in the angling press about the fish that came off in the surf when someone was trying to beach it.
Whitby is a great place to be if you want to catch some fish in December.
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There is nothing like staying in a nice hospitable place when you have been out fishing in the cold depths of winter.
Fishing on the Whitby Piers really should be getting into it's own in December. By the end of November and the beginning of December then hopefully the cod fishing should really be getting better. At the start of December we would normally expect some very good fishing with good size whiting and codling getting caught. Unfortunately this year the season has started slowly, mainly due to the weather patterns in my opinion. We have only just started to get the first cold snap of the season, so water temperatures have been higher than you would expect at this time of the year. Things do now appear to be looking up with a recent good Northerly blow that has stirred the sea and given it a bit of colour, coupled with a cold spell we might at last have turned the corner.
There have been a few good reports of fish being caught from all along the N/east coast so hopefully this will continue.
Both piers at whitby fish well but most folk seem to keep to the left hand pier, probably because it is a bit more accessible than the far pier and at the moment you can't access the far end of the pier due to some sea damage. During December when fishing for both cod and whiting I would always 'tip' one of my worm baits with a bit of mackerel strip, normally a good bait for whiting.
I normally only eat whiting by making fishcakes - a lovely tasty fish for making these. My family and especially the kids, love them. The trick with whiting that I have always found best, is to boil them first before using them in fishcakes. If you try to fillet them, they are a boney fish and have loads of small bones but if you boil them for a short while first, you can just peel the flesh off the bone and it makes it a whole lot simpler to use.
Peeler crab is a top bait for cod at the beginning of the season before Xmas but after at the start of the year I would normally prefer Rag or Lug. My preferred worm bait has always been ragworm, many, many would disagree I know, saying big black lug or 'yellow tails' fish better. Everyone to their own but I always preferred ragworm for a few reasons. In very cold weather, and I have fished Whitby pier when it was minus 10 degrees, ragworm will stay alive longer than lug, lug tends to freeze when it is really bitter and I have had ragworm freeze to be fair, but it will last longer. Ragworm is also a tougher bait and will stay on the hook a bit longer than lug in rough weather. I have always loved 'rock fishing' and found rag to be tougher and a better bait than lug. Like I say earlier, everyone to their own.
I remember one night when we fished Whitby east pier, every time we reeled in the ice was coming off the line onto your fingers as you guided the line back onto the reel! Might not sound bad but believe me at 2 or 3 in the morning when your cold and hungry, it hurts! The worms froze solid.
'Coalies' will also be about but again I've had better luck catching them just down the road at Sandsend in the car park. They can sometimes be to a good size too and they will normally put up a spirited fight.
If you fish into the harbour off either of the Whitby piers then eels and flatties are probably the mainstay here. Lug tipped with a bit of mackerel will account for flatties at any time of the year. The far pier has kelp beds and rough ground casting out to sea but it does throw up some really good cod in the right conditions.
Mussel and razor are two very underated baits as far as I am concerned, they both fish well and mussel fishes very well after a good storm when the sea is dropping off and has a good colour to it.
'Darn Sarf' they are rarely seen and I have had many a discussion about the pro's and con's of using mussel. A lot of the guys stick to big blow lug or 'blacks' and won't use anything else. One of the guys I sometimes fish with is like that, won't use anything else besides big lug, possibly tipped off with squid, another underated bait. I have out fished him using rag and other combinations, he has outfished me on many occasions as well but until you try something, who is to know whether it will work or not?
I often keep a few mussel in a jar wrapped in elasticated cotton ready to use. I have found it better to do it this way than to try loading a hook when your hands are cold and wet. Plus if they have been in a jar for a while, they tend to smell a bit more and I believe the smellier or rancid the better to be honest.
I'm not putting myself up as an expert on the subject but with over 40 years of experience behind me, fishing a lot of area's around the English coast, I think I know a little about the subject. I did fish the N/east coast for around 20 years on a very regular basis. Only being limited by "Her who must be obeyed" as most of us are!
It's always a good idea to phone one of the local tackle shops to see how the fishing is doing and you can always book some top class bait at the same time.
One thing I would say here is remember, if you are going to fish off a pier, breakwater or jetty of any type. The last thing you need to happen is loose that fish of the season when trying to lift it up the side. Get yourself a decent 'drop net', you can either buy one or make one, quite easy to do out of an old bike wheel! Many years ago off Saltburn pier I lost a fish that I estimated to be around the 20lb mark, got it half way up the pier and it fell off.
I know it is quite easy to over estimate but I have always believed that the only person you are kidding is yourself so no point in exaggerating! I had a 3lb cod under that one and didn't even know it was there until the 'lump' dropped off.
I always carry a net now if I am fishing piers or jetties or a gaff if I am fishing off a steep beach, I have no intention of losing a good fish again and never have. How many times do you read on the forum's or in the angling press about the fish that came off in the surf when someone was trying to beach it.
Whitby is a great place to be if you want to catch some fish in December.
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Tuesday, 5 October 2010
Brook Trout Fly Fishing - Tips On How To Do It Right!
Brook trout fly fishing, just like any other fishing trips, demands you to reach your ultimate goal - that is to actually catch a live fish. There have been opinions that raised the idea that in fishing, catching the fish shouldn't be the end all of the experience. The actual journey should be given more emphasis which promotes the idea that even some would leave the trip empty-handed, the experience is already a reward. Truth of the matter is that catching fish is the end all of this journey. And you can only mimic other people's way of catching a fish. But to know the way to successfully fly fish for these types of fish is important to have a greater appreciation of its nature.
What should you know about brook trout? They are also called "brookies" and are the type of fish that belongs to the Salmonidae variety. They are often found in lakes, ponds, streams and small creeks. Although referred to as trout, they are more in the line of char. They have a variety of diet - from flies, ants, worms, eggs and insects.
They also eat frogs, small fish and crustaceans. They are the kind of fish that needs a lot of oxygen and a water temperature of 53 degrees or colder. Because of this, they tend to migrate up and down the river searching for the area where their need can be sustained. Brookies also prefer to stay in areas where there are rapids or strong current. Since the fish like water with cooler temperature, they are likely to be seen down stream rather than in the mouth of the river. You need to check the flow of the water to determine where it is cooler, then that is an area where you can look for brook trout.
You can use flies that are imitations of the appearances and patterns of their common diet. Flies like the Baetis as well as other insect-patterns available on your fly fish will be a good lure to catch your brookies. You can try the sculpins and the molting crawdad patterns which are believed to be trout-effective. You can use a tadpole popper on spring ponds to get a catch. Oftentimes, you are likely to catch one by jigging it on the surface till it attracts a trout and soon will take the bait. The flies may range in varied sizes, even up until 12 lbs, but it is best to use lighter and smaller sized flies. They make better presentation to the water and easily draw the trout in.
Brook trout can be seen in various bodies of inland water. Nevertheless, bear in mind that in the body of water you are fishing in, the more varied the fish population is, the more discriminating they would be in terms of fly they will go for. From a selection of top of the line fly fish in the market: Elk Hair Caddis, Woolly buggers, Royal Wulff, Mepps, among others, these all may fail once these didn't get the preference of the fish in the lake. Thus, it is better to ask the local guide or nearby fly shops to know which is the most effective fly fish that you could use.
You can view brook trout fly fishing as either easy or difficult. But the important thing to consider here is your motivation to succeed in this activity. Putting 100% of yourself into it, you will be able to achieve your goal. There are lots of tips you will hear about these things. Still, hand-on experience is the best teacher to open your eyes into the great world of fly fishing for this breed of trout.
Mike Bell is a trout fishing enthusiast, who through his writing enjoys helping others to get started in this amazing hobby too. If you wish to read additional Brook Trout Fly Fishing info or to get a copy of his Free 'Trout Fishing Essentials' mini-course then visit his site Trout Fishing Guide
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What should you know about brook trout? They are also called "brookies" and are the type of fish that belongs to the Salmonidae variety. They are often found in lakes, ponds, streams and small creeks. Although referred to as trout, they are more in the line of char. They have a variety of diet - from flies, ants, worms, eggs and insects.
They also eat frogs, small fish and crustaceans. They are the kind of fish that needs a lot of oxygen and a water temperature of 53 degrees or colder. Because of this, they tend to migrate up and down the river searching for the area where their need can be sustained. Brookies also prefer to stay in areas where there are rapids or strong current. Since the fish like water with cooler temperature, they are likely to be seen down stream rather than in the mouth of the river. You need to check the flow of the water to determine where it is cooler, then that is an area where you can look for brook trout.
You can use flies that are imitations of the appearances and patterns of their common diet. Flies like the Baetis as well as other insect-patterns available on your fly fish will be a good lure to catch your brookies. You can try the sculpins and the molting crawdad patterns which are believed to be trout-effective. You can use a tadpole popper on spring ponds to get a catch. Oftentimes, you are likely to catch one by jigging it on the surface till it attracts a trout and soon will take the bait. The flies may range in varied sizes, even up until 12 lbs, but it is best to use lighter and smaller sized flies. They make better presentation to the water and easily draw the trout in.
Brook trout can be seen in various bodies of inland water. Nevertheless, bear in mind that in the body of water you are fishing in, the more varied the fish population is, the more discriminating they would be in terms of fly they will go for. From a selection of top of the line fly fish in the market: Elk Hair Caddis, Woolly buggers, Royal Wulff, Mepps, among others, these all may fail once these didn't get the preference of the fish in the lake. Thus, it is better to ask the local guide or nearby fly shops to know which is the most effective fly fish that you could use.
You can view brook trout fly fishing as either easy or difficult. But the important thing to consider here is your motivation to succeed in this activity. Putting 100% of yourself into it, you will be able to achieve your goal. There are lots of tips you will hear about these things. Still, hand-on experience is the best teacher to open your eyes into the great world of fly fishing for this breed of trout.
Mike Bell is a trout fishing enthusiast, who through his writing enjoys helping others to get started in this amazing hobby too. If you wish to read additional Brook Trout Fly Fishing info or to get a copy of his Free 'Trout Fishing Essentials' mini-course then visit his site Trout Fishing Guide
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Monday, 4 October 2010
If You Want to Catch More Fish, Learn to Think Like One
Yes, you can leave your fish catching success to chance, but if you want to catch more fish, you must learn how to think like the fish you are trying to catch. Consistent success and fishing enjoyment is more than just baiting up your hook, casting it out and waiting for the fish to bite. This one basic premise will improve your fish catching ability and will set you apart from the fishing novices. How do you think the fishing pros are able to consistently catch fish when other fishermen do nothing but drown their bait? They use the same fishing tackle, rods and reels, fishing lures and live bait as everyone else, but they always catch more fish.
You will catch more fish!
That little teaser should have caught your attention. However, learning how to put this technique into practice takes time, patience and persistence.
Let us start at the beginning. How do you learn to think like a fish? For starters, pick one of your favorite target fish species and begin to learn everything you can about that fish. It is important to understand things like, how it feeds, how it moves around each day, what are its migratory and breeding patterns, what kind of habitat it prefers, what type of fish or food source it feeds on, just to name a few. Also important to understand is how the current, tides and moon phases effect your target fish species' activities and habits.
One way to start learning how to catch more fish, is to learn how to find your target fish species under any circumstances. Visit your local fishing tackle and bait stores. Get to know these people, because often they will have a broad knowledge of the fishing in that area. They can be a great source of fishing knowledge and how-to tips of not only learning where to fish, but also the why and how of locating fish. Instead of just asking them where the best fishing spots are, also ask questions about your targeted fish species. Try to learn what makes the fish tick, and what are it basics habits and tendencies. You will be amazed at how willing most of these folks are to share their expertise, especially if you are returning the favor and patronizing their store.
The next thing to do is to go fishing. Prepare yourself ahead of time with the proper fishing tackle, lures, bait and a notepad. Start in an area known to hold your targeted fish, and make notes about the current conditions; including, the date, time, wind direction and speed, temperature, tidal flow, water conditions and any other specific notes you feel like making. The most important thing is to start thinking like the fish you want to catch. Ask yourself, where would you be hiding and moving to. For example, if it is a real hot summer day, and the current is slack, and a low tide, the fish may not be up on the shallow flats. They may be looking for cooler water, so they may have moved to some deeper pot holes, or slid off a ridge or shallow bank and eased into deeper waters. Keep looking and when you find the fish, make more notes. The old saying that practice makes perfect is certainly true when it comes to catching more fish consistently.
To help you along, learn your local fishing waters and fishing grounds. Locate the 'fishy' areas and mark them on your GPS unit. If you do not have a GPS, then buy a nautical chart, or fishing chart. Locate shoreline points, eddys, potholes, sandbars, oyster bars, rock piles and submerged structures, and over time you will learn which places to go to depending upon the current conditions you are faced with, and that will make all the difference in your fishing world.
Learning how to think like a fish will make you a more complete and competent fisherman and angler, and will make your fishing outings with friends and family a lot more enjoyable.
Greg Smith is a life long fisherman and the publisher of http://www.floridafishingspots.com/
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You will catch more fish!
That little teaser should have caught your attention. However, learning how to put this technique into practice takes time, patience and persistence.
Let us start at the beginning. How do you learn to think like a fish? For starters, pick one of your favorite target fish species and begin to learn everything you can about that fish. It is important to understand things like, how it feeds, how it moves around each day, what are its migratory and breeding patterns, what kind of habitat it prefers, what type of fish or food source it feeds on, just to name a few. Also important to understand is how the current, tides and moon phases effect your target fish species' activities and habits.
One way to start learning how to catch more fish, is to learn how to find your target fish species under any circumstances. Visit your local fishing tackle and bait stores. Get to know these people, because often they will have a broad knowledge of the fishing in that area. They can be a great source of fishing knowledge and how-to tips of not only learning where to fish, but also the why and how of locating fish. Instead of just asking them where the best fishing spots are, also ask questions about your targeted fish species. Try to learn what makes the fish tick, and what are it basics habits and tendencies. You will be amazed at how willing most of these folks are to share their expertise, especially if you are returning the favor and patronizing their store.
The next thing to do is to go fishing. Prepare yourself ahead of time with the proper fishing tackle, lures, bait and a notepad. Start in an area known to hold your targeted fish, and make notes about the current conditions; including, the date, time, wind direction and speed, temperature, tidal flow, water conditions and any other specific notes you feel like making. The most important thing is to start thinking like the fish you want to catch. Ask yourself, where would you be hiding and moving to. For example, if it is a real hot summer day, and the current is slack, and a low tide, the fish may not be up on the shallow flats. They may be looking for cooler water, so they may have moved to some deeper pot holes, or slid off a ridge or shallow bank and eased into deeper waters. Keep looking and when you find the fish, make more notes. The old saying that practice makes perfect is certainly true when it comes to catching more fish consistently.
To help you along, learn your local fishing waters and fishing grounds. Locate the 'fishy' areas and mark them on your GPS unit. If you do not have a GPS, then buy a nautical chart, or fishing chart. Locate shoreline points, eddys, potholes, sandbars, oyster bars, rock piles and submerged structures, and over time you will learn which places to go to depending upon the current conditions you are faced with, and that will make all the difference in your fishing world.
Learning how to think like a fish will make you a more complete and competent fisherman and angler, and will make your fishing outings with friends and family a lot more enjoyable.
Greg Smith is a life long fisherman and the publisher of http://www.floridafishingspots.com/
Your source for free Florida fishing information, on artificial reefs, charters and guides, tackle, lures, secrets, fly, saltwater, electronics, boats and more.
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Catching Fish - 3 Tips to Help You Catch More Fish
One of the easiest and also most difficult things to do on this earth is catching fish. In this article I'm going to reveal 3 tips to help you catch more fish. These tips have been learned through more than 25 years of fishing experience. Some have been learned through personal fishing experience and some were taught to me by my fishing mentor, the best angler I ever had the pleasure of coming in contact with.
In all my years of catching fish the one thing that has mattered more than anything is experience. The best way to become a better angler is to spend time on the water fishing. I realize this sounds over simplistic, but in fishing just like in life, the simple things are often the most effective. Nothing will help you in catching fish like practicing your craft.
That being said, tips never hurt anyone, and in fact can also help you catch more fish so shall we get down to the 3 tips that will help you catch more fish and stop screwing around?
1.Free Your Hands Of Unnatural Scents - When it comes to catching fish one of the most important tips you'll ever get is to make sure that your hands are free of unnatural scents. This can be accomplished by using odor neutralizing soap or by rubbing a handful of grass or dirt into your hands before baiting up. Either one of these simple measures will help you make sure that your hands are free of unnatural scents. This tip is especially true with larger, more experienced fish.
2.Educate Yourself - I'm sure you've heard this tip in relation to such things as school and making and keeping money, but it's equally as true in fishing. The more you understand about your quarry, where it lives, and what it likes to eat the better off you'll be. Catching Fish and educating yourself go together like a hand and a glove. The best single way to educate yourself about fishing is to spend time on the water practicing your craft and implementing new tips.
3.Use The Right Hooks - What do I mean by using the right hooks? First off you want to make sure that your hooks are as sharp as possible. Having sharp hooks means more hook ups. Second, if you're a bait fisherman (either live or synthetic) you should always use gang hooks. Gang hooks are the best way to present bait in a natural manner. Presenting bait naturally is a great tip for catching more and bigger fish.
These simple tips are extremely effective and will help you catch more fish on your next fishing excursion. Every one of them has been helping me for many years and I know they will do the same for you. Catching fish can be just like going to the movies - most times it's either all good or all bad. These tips will help you stay on the good side of that equation.
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In all my years of catching fish the one thing that has mattered more than anything is experience. The best way to become a better angler is to spend time on the water fishing. I realize this sounds over simplistic, but in fishing just like in life, the simple things are often the most effective. Nothing will help you in catching fish like practicing your craft.
That being said, tips never hurt anyone, and in fact can also help you catch more fish so shall we get down to the 3 tips that will help you catch more fish and stop screwing around?
1.Free Your Hands Of Unnatural Scents - When it comes to catching fish one of the most important tips you'll ever get is to make sure that your hands are free of unnatural scents. This can be accomplished by using odor neutralizing soap or by rubbing a handful of grass or dirt into your hands before baiting up. Either one of these simple measures will help you make sure that your hands are free of unnatural scents. This tip is especially true with larger, more experienced fish.
2.Educate Yourself - I'm sure you've heard this tip in relation to such things as school and making and keeping money, but it's equally as true in fishing. The more you understand about your quarry, where it lives, and what it likes to eat the better off you'll be. Catching Fish and educating yourself go together like a hand and a glove. The best single way to educate yourself about fishing is to spend time on the water practicing your craft and implementing new tips.
3.Use The Right Hooks - What do I mean by using the right hooks? First off you want to make sure that your hooks are as sharp as possible. Having sharp hooks means more hook ups. Second, if you're a bait fisherman (either live or synthetic) you should always use gang hooks. Gang hooks are the best way to present bait in a natural manner. Presenting bait naturally is a great tip for catching more and bigger fish.
These simple tips are extremely effective and will help you catch more fish on your next fishing excursion. Every one of them has been helping me for many years and I know they will do the same for you. Catching fish can be just like going to the movies - most times it's either all good or all bad. These tips will help you stay on the good side of that equation.
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Friday, 1 October 2010
Trout Fishing - Fishing Guide For Beginning Trout Fishermen
If you are new to trout fishing there is a lot to learn and getting off on the "right foot" (so to speak) is of the utmost importance. There is a ton of misinformation out there or should I say information that isn't based on real world fishing experience. The bottom line is that if you get your information early on from sources that are less than informed about the subject of attempting to catch trout you will be much less successful than you should be and not enjoy trying to catch trout as much as you should.
I have more than two decades of real world fishing experience fishing for these beautiful fish from the mountains of Pennsylvania, to southern Alaska, and back to the heart of Northwest Montana. During my time fishing for trout I have learned some trout fishing tips that will help any beginning trout fisherman not only have a more enjoyable experience when attempting to catch trout, but also have a more success experience as well.
I will use this article as a "guide" of sorts to help you to get off on the right foot in your "career" fishing for trout. Okay, I know fishing for trout isn't your "career" but nonetheless these simple trout fishing tips will save you time, help you be more balanced as an angler, and most of all help you catch more trout. The following tips are being listed in no particular order and are all of equal importance in my experience.
1.Always Use Light Line - Many beginning trout fishermen tend to use fishing line that's much too heavy when fishing for trout. You should have a fishing rod and reel that are used exclusively for attempting to catch these fish, and the reel on your setup should be spooled with either four or six pound test monofilament line. Some trout fishermen even use line as light as two pound test, although I do not suggest fishing line this light for a beginner. I suggest starting with six pound test and "graduating" to four pound test once you feel comfortable using and tying knots in six pound test.
2.Learn A Basic Fishing Knot or Three - When it comes to trout fishing tips one of the most overlooked area's is the area of knots. As a beginner you must know a quality knot or three for attaching lures, swivels, and hooks to your line in a strong and effective manner. A few of the most popular and easy to tie fishing knots for trout fishing would include the improved clinch knot, the perfection loop, and the uni-knot. Learn at least one of these knots and you will be much better off as a trout fisherman.
3.Use Small Fishing Hooks - Many angler, especially beginners, tend to use hooks that are entirely too large when fishing for trout. If you are using treble hooks and using Powerbait, size #12 or #18 should be used. If you are using tradition fishing hooks or gang hooks, size # 8, #10, or even #12 should be used. The bottom line is that when trout fishing small fishing hooks are definitely in order.
These simple trout fishing tips will serve you well as you embark on your trout fishing "career". Remember, the most important thing that you can do as a beginner is spend as much time on the water fishing for trout as you can. There is simply no substitute for experience when it comes to the wonderful world of fishing for trout.
Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 25 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his five year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.
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I have more than two decades of real world fishing experience fishing for these beautiful fish from the mountains of Pennsylvania, to southern Alaska, and back to the heart of Northwest Montana. During my time fishing for trout I have learned some trout fishing tips that will help any beginning trout fisherman not only have a more enjoyable experience when attempting to catch trout, but also have a more success experience as well.
I will use this article as a "guide" of sorts to help you to get off on the right foot in your "career" fishing for trout. Okay, I know fishing for trout isn't your "career" but nonetheless these simple trout fishing tips will save you time, help you be more balanced as an angler, and most of all help you catch more trout. The following tips are being listed in no particular order and are all of equal importance in my experience.
1.Always Use Light Line - Many beginning trout fishermen tend to use fishing line that's much too heavy when fishing for trout. You should have a fishing rod and reel that are used exclusively for attempting to catch these fish, and the reel on your setup should be spooled with either four or six pound test monofilament line. Some trout fishermen even use line as light as two pound test, although I do not suggest fishing line this light for a beginner. I suggest starting with six pound test and "graduating" to four pound test once you feel comfortable using and tying knots in six pound test.
2.Learn A Basic Fishing Knot or Three - When it comes to trout fishing tips one of the most overlooked area's is the area of knots. As a beginner you must know a quality knot or three for attaching lures, swivels, and hooks to your line in a strong and effective manner. A few of the most popular and easy to tie fishing knots for trout fishing would include the improved clinch knot, the perfection loop, and the uni-knot. Learn at least one of these knots and you will be much better off as a trout fisherman.
3.Use Small Fishing Hooks - Many angler, especially beginners, tend to use hooks that are entirely too large when fishing for trout. If you are using treble hooks and using Powerbait, size #12 or #18 should be used. If you are using tradition fishing hooks or gang hooks, size # 8, #10, or even #12 should be used. The bottom line is that when trout fishing small fishing hooks are definitely in order.
These simple trout fishing tips will serve you well as you embark on your trout fishing "career". Remember, the most important thing that you can do as a beginner is spend as much time on the water fishing for trout as you can. There is simply no substitute for experience when it comes to the wonderful world of fishing for trout.
Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 25 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his five year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.
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