Attract Fish

Everything you have ever needed to know about fishing trips is wrapped in the beautiful memories that you end up with. It is an experience that could make a success out of any holiday, however short it may be. Nevertheless, careful planning is the only possible way to guarantee that the fishing trip does not turn into a boring and annoying thing. No matter if you are a novice or an expert in this sort of activities, the adventure and fun cannot be replaced by anything else. Patience, precision and timing are among the skills which are absolutely necessary during a fishing trip. The wealth of the waters can always nourish the desire of catching your favorite fish at your favorite[..]

Peacock bass fishing is probably one of the most exciting game fishing due to this fish's tenacity. The exotic peacock bass, butterfly peacock or speckled peacock, are native to the Amazon River of South America. They have quickly become a very popular freshwater game fish in Florida. They have great fighting qualities and are a good eating fish as well. The peacock bass fishing began when this species of bass was intentionally put into the freshwaters of Florida by fish and game officials to help rid their waters of fish such as the Oscar, Midas cichlid, and the spotted tilapia. Due to the warm water conditions in particular areas of Florida, the butterfly peacock bass have flourished.[..]

I've been fishing for trout for more than two decades and have met many trout fishermen in that time. All too often I notice that trout fishermen are using fishing line that's entirely too heavy for trout fishing. This is not only a pet peeve of mine; it is also a big reason why trout fishermen don't catch trout. Using light line should be one of the first things that are learned by trout fishermen, a class called trout fishing 101, if you will. In the past two decades I've learned that one of the biggest factors in fishing for trout is the weight of your fishing line. This is true for two reasons. Number one trout have very keen eyesight and can detect your line under the water if it's[..]

Many anglers like to catch Smallmouth Bass, which are a very hearty fish that can be found in a variety of different settings. Smallmouth can be found in all kinds of lakes and ponds as well as rivers and streams of all kinds. Water temperature doesn't affect the Smallmouth Bass like it does other fish so these fish can therefore be found in almost every state in the Union. For this article I'm going to focus on Smallmouth Bass fishing in moving water, such as rivers and streams. In case you didn't realize it, Smallmouth bass can be caught in much the same manner that trout can be caught. As a matter of fact, the two species can be found in the same rivers in many instances. One[..]

There is truly something special about fishing for tuna. These magnificent saltwater game fish are truly gifts from the Lord. Unfortunately, attracting and actually catching tuna is a lot harder than most people imagine. Before you spend hundreds of dollars trolling around the ocean catching nothing, here are three tuna fishing techniques to consider before you even leave the dock. 1. Control Your Speed - When fishing for tuna, troll at speeds of 5 to 8 miles per hour. Most professionals like to use a typical 'W Pattern' while trolling. This pattern consists of 2 long lines held out on each outrigger, 2 shorter lines held out flat and one deep line straight down the middle. Additionally,[..]

Lake Trout can mostly be found in the northern part of the United States and Canada. They are prized as both a game fish as well as a food fish. Lake trout are the largest of the trout species and can grow in excess of 40 pounds in some cases. Lake trout are dependant on cold, deep, oxygen rich water, which is why they are mostly found in the Northern parts of North America. As a matter of fact, here's a trivia question for you: Did you know that nearly 25% of Canada's lake trout population is found in Ontario, and even though this is true, only 1% of Ontario's lakes contain Lake Trout? Lake trout prefer cold water and are likely to be found deep during warm summer periods. Long[..]

When approaching a new lake, it's always a good idea to have a plan. Maps and lake reports are handy, but they aren't always accurate and may not be the only thing you need. Sometimes you need that keen eye of an experienced angler to see the opportunities. Or just learn what that keen-eyed angler is looking for and duplicate. Sometimes you may get lucky and find someone on the docks willing to give up some secrets. Older anglers are usually more than happy to pass on some of their tips, favorite tricks and spots. I always use a system of gathered information. Here are a few tips to help your overall success on a new lake.o As I have said before, keep it simple. The most basic[..]

  Late spring walleye fishing on the waters of Green Bay can be very rewarding and lots of fun. Generally we're talking about late April into May along the shore lines of Oconto and southern Marinette Counties in Wisconsin. Just like early spring, shallow water trolling in 8 feet to 20 feet of water produces the best results. The big difference in day time trolling is a switch from crank and stick baits to crawler harnesses. Two hooks are most popular but the important part is a quick change clevis which enables you to replace the spinner blades. Make sure you have an ample supply of different colored blades in different sizes. Check with local sport shops and other fishermen for advice[..]

Okay, before I begin this article let me preface it by stating that the term 'with worms' in the title "tips for fishing with worms", is referring to live worms. Not the multi colored pieces of rubber that many Bass anglers are so enamored with. This article, and the tips contained in it , are for those of you who enjoy fishing with what Hank Hill referred to as, "The good old American worm". The kind that live in the dirt, and can be found almost anywhere in the world. The biggest and most important tip in the world of fishing with worms is as obvious as the nose on your face, but many anglers tend to overlook it. That tip is that a worm should look like, well a worm. This sounds[..]

The locals go nuts over a little fish called "spots,", and the long anticipated spot run finally came and went. Spots showed up in great numbers on October 12th, and for about 6 days merry mayhem ruled on the pier. Anglers stood shoulder to shoulder, lead weights and spot rigs flying through the air. Absolutely everyone caught spots, whether they were fishing for them or not. One group of 5 fishermen proudly boasted catching over 700 spots between them, and individual anglers who grumbled that they only caught a few realized too late that those big catches came to those who were standing in the right location on the pier where the huge schools of spots happened to be at a given time.[..]

If you are fishing for pike it is best done in the winter months. This is why Pike fishing is synonymous with ice fishing. Winter is the best time to fish for pike as the lakes and ponds are frozen over and the fish come to the warmer surface to feed when the sun is up. So if you are a beginner it is time you got yourself acquainted with the many methods of ice fishing. The Northern Pike is the most sought after species of pike during the ice fishing season. This fish is good for everything from mounting, eating and even angling as the Northern pike is known to put up a great fight when it is hooked - if it is hooked. The other fish angled for is the Kakanee Salmon and here is where the[..]

Crappie fishing can be enjoyed all year long with some excellent results. Winter fishing is fast becoming a very popular sport enjoyed by the angler that doesn't want to put up the fishing rods just because the cold weather moved in. Winter crappie fishing can be very rewarding and it has many advantages over spring and summer fishing. However, if you want to be successful during the winter, then you need to know a little about crappie and how they respond to the colder environment. Crappies have a very soft fleshy mouth that can tear easily. This is what earned them the nickname papermouth. You must be careful when fishing for crappies not to pull too hard when setting the hook or you[..]

When you talk about sea bass fishing the first thing that comes to mind is usually the fact that sea bass are the largest species of saltwater fish found in the world. Fishermen have been catching sea bass all through history and it continues to be a popular sport today. There are several different types of sea bass that include the following: Black Sea Bass, White Sea Bass, Baquetta and Grouper. Sea bass are known for their firm, white flesh that makes a delicious meal. However, the fact that they are a great food source is not the only thing that makes anglers seek after the sea bass so diligently, there are several other reasons as well. For example, anglers everywhere enjoy the[..]

Choosing your first fly rod and reel is very important. You need to have a balanced fly-fishing outfit that will match the type and size of your fish. For example, the fly rod and line need to be the same weight, a #5 weight fly rod and a #5 weight fly line. The weight and length of the fly rod will be printed on the rod just above the handle, it might read: 9'-5 weight or 108-5 (108 inches for a 5 weight). The weight of the line will be on the fly line box, a 5-weight could be shown as: WF-5-F, which would be a (Weight Forward), (#5 weight), (Floating fly line). The weight numbers of the fly rod and fly line will go up or down depending on the type and size of flies, fish, and types of[..]

WOW! There sure are a lot of Bass Fishing Poles on the market today! How do you pick the right pole with so many to pick from? The answer is simple, take you time. Do some research and ask some questions. Make sure to match your new bass fishing pole with the type of fishing that you will be doing with it. One pole does not work in all situations. How big is the lure or bait you be using? How heavy and dense is the weed cover where you will be? How heavy is the line you prefer to use? And even, how big do the bass grow in the water you are fishing in? All these things will matter as you make your selection! There are ultra light, light, medium light, medium, medium heavy, heavy and on[..]

Just How important is your decision when it comes to picking your Best Bass Fishing Pole? In one word....VERY! When is comes time to choose your next bass fishing pole, you NEED to make the correct decision. The right pole could very well be the most important piece of the bass fishing puzzle and be the difference between the trophy of your life and just another broken line. While you can't catch a trophy bass without the right lure and line, without the right rod you do not stand a chance against the wiley bass. You need to match the pole with the you are using and the line you are using along with the conditions that you are in. When you take a look at all of the rows and rows of rods[..]

In May, when one goes fishing for northern pike, pike move into shallow waters to spawn. It is now pikes are at their heaviest, making the really big ones easiest to find and catch. A large female pike weighing 22 lbs or more may have as much as 2.2 - 4.4 lbs of eggs, however, we recommend that big pike must be released to maintain a sustainable high pike stock. Which pike lures one chooses is a personal choice, but I prefer a northern fly, shallow moving wobbler or shallow moving fishing spoons. If you are interested in northern fly fishing and want a visual marker when you fish, try a pike popper. After spawning, pike move to deeper water, and this is when you can really have fun when[..]

Shore fishing is a great sport and a fun way to spend the day fishing. It is fairly easy to do and not complicated, in fact it is one of the easier ways to fish that there is. In this article I am going to give you a few tips on how you can make shore fishing more fun for you and your family. Location The location at where you plan to spend you day fishing is very important. Although you will be limited as to where you can go seeing as you do not have a boat, you can still choose from a few number of spots as to where you can go fishing. Ideally, you will want a location where there is lots of rocks, and weeds. This may be a problem for some people as they are afraid that they may get a[..]

Saltwater fishing usually includes fishing for sharks. The shark is a fascinating creature that gets lots of attention from anglers. There are different species of shark that are sought after by anglers for both the sport of fishing and for food. They do taste great and they can put up an amazing fight making their popularity grow. In some locations you can fish for sharks from the beach area so even anglers without boats can join in on the fun and adventure of shark fishing. This is an exciting species of fish that can be very alluring yet evasive. It takes time and lots of patience to go shark fishing. It is unlike any other type of fishing and requires skill to catch and reel in this[..]

The most common theme in the method of teaching fly tying is continually to emphasize the need to get the dressing of a fly put together in the correct proportions, by which is meant the relative length of, say, the hackle and tail to the size of hook being used and the insect or creature being imitated. It is true that greatly exaggerating the size of one portion of a fly will sometimes enhance its attractiveness to a fish but usually it is better to keep all the elements of the dressing in proportion. Fly Fishing Hooks Without a hook we have a little chance of catching a fish and there are now hundreds of different hook patterns all based on a pointed, bent and barbed length of wire.[..]

Fishing is meant to be a relaxing day spent on the river trying to hook the one your buddies will envy. As a first time fisher the tricks of the hobby can seem a bit overwhelming. Knowing the best tools to use is just as important as where the best fishing spot is. The equipment can get expensive if you rush out and buy everything fishing related. A good fly fishing tip to remember is fly fishing means just that, using the perfect flies as well as the correct rod and reel to hook the big one. There are numerous videos and television shows to view that will teach you tricks and tips of the experts. If you cannot seem to get the hang of the perfect technique spend the day watching the pros[..]

Follow these techniques to practice the surf shark fishing methods used by experienced shark fishing anglers. This aspect of surf fishing (for sharks) is really thrilling. This article is meant to introduce the highlights of sharking and is based on methods used to surf fish for sharks up to seven foot. Fishing for sharks at the surf line requires a crew of experienced shark handlers to land & release the shark once you get it to the edge of the beach. The Shark Fishing Crew Plan on setting up a crew. Shark fishing from the surf requires at least two experienced shark handlers. If your crew is inexperienced you should have three or four on your team. Going out with the same team[..]

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[..]

Drift Fishing for trout is one of the most popular methods use by anglers fishing in small streams. Drift fishing is more effective when using live natural bait such as Immature Aquatic Insects (Stonefly nymphs and dobsonfly larvae ) Terrestrial Insects (grasshoppers and crickets) Crustations ( crayfish ), eggs and earthworms. Tip: use stonefly nymphs in midsummer; dobsonfly larvae (Hellgramites) in spring and early summer Tip: use grasshoppers in the late summer Plan of attack As you walk up to the bank of the stream you should be looking at the water to see what type of structure may be holding trout such as, large rocks, trees that have fallen into the water, riffles or shallow[..]

When it comes to fishing for trout, and I'm of course referring to freshwater trout such as rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout, there may be no more effective bait that live worms. For those of you who like to go worm fishing for trout, this article is for you. I will outline some very effective tips and techniques to help you catch more trout while fishing with worms. Although there is no doubt that worms are very effective trout bait, this rule holds true only in certain fishing situations. Live worms should only be used as bait when you are fishing in the flowing waters of either a river or stream. Using worms while attempting to catch trout in lake fishing scenarios normally isn't[..]

As the fall continues to descend on us like the sunshine through the clouds after a torrential rainstorm, I wanted to write an article with some tips for trout fishing in the fall. After an entire spring and summer of fishing, these tips will make sure that you don't "take your eye off the ball", so to speak. Sometimes we anglers, tend to forget the simple things in our attempt to enjoy the sport that provides us with so much enjoyment. After six or more months of fishing, many anglers forget to change their fishing line regularly. As the fall fishing season begins, remember to change your fishing line. This is especially true for those of you who use light line (which all trout[..]

In this article I will outline some tips that I've learned over the past twenty five years for fishing for stocked trout. These tips are all effective and have helped me catch stocked trout in many different areas of the country, and I know they will do the same for you. The first thing that needs to be discussed when speaking of "stocked trout" is what a stocked trout is exactly, and what kinds of foods these fish tend to eat. Stocked trout are easier to catch than "native trout" or trout that have survived a season of two naturally in a given body of water. You see, stocked trout are raised in glorified aquariums by a local conservation or fishing agency and fed pellets of food from[..]

Of the many ways to fish for trout, few are more effective than bait fishing and in this article I'm going to outline some tips to help you be more effective when bait fishing for these multi-colored beauties. You might be asking yourself what makes me an authority on bait fishing for trout. Two things give me knowledge of this subject. First I had the pleasure of learning from the greatest bait fisherman I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Second, I've personally been bait fishing for trout for more than twenty five years, and have done it form Pennsylvania to Alaska, and now do it in the trout fishing capitol of the world, Montana. When done properly, which this article will help[..]

There are important thing to know about when you are going on lake trout fishing. You must know the different kinds of lures, flies and baits that are available to you. Knowing how and when to use each type is also important. Take note that you might be allowed in certain zones to do trout fishing. You must also be aware of the restrictions and guidelines set on that zone. So before you become excited in fishing be aware that some particular zones has strict guidelines on lures, baits and flies. Lures, Baits and Flies are categorized below: Class A: They are known as scented and natural baits. In this class the bait is allowed as long as it will not kill or injure the fish. Some examples[..]

Crappie fishing lead head jigs Crappie fishing lead head jigs – What To Choose How many times when you have been out fishing have you wondered what crappie fishing jig to use? There are so many types, sizes, colors to select from it is easy to get confused. Well let me explain exactly what a crappie fishing jig is , What crappie jig type to use for different situations, and what color to use. #1 Crappie Fishing lead head jigs what is it? The crappie jig is made up of the two parts, the first part has a hook with a sinker molded too it. The second part is the body and it is made up of a Varity of different items, plastics for curly tails, some type of hair or bristle for marabou jigs,[..]

Locating early spring smallmouth can be somewhat of a challenging task. However, once you learn and understand a little bit about their migration patterns you can greatly increase your odds of locating smallmouth bass in early spring. If you are thinking about doing some early spring smallmouth bass fishing, check the water temperature, and consider these facts. The pre-spawn smallmouth bass period can be broken down into 3 phases based on water temperature. These phases are not carved in stone but will give you a general idea of where to look for and locate smallies during pre-spawn which takes place in early spring. The 3 phases are temperature dependent and the fish behavior and[..]

If you want to explore the exciting world of fishing, bass fishing is one exciting and easy way to start with. However, going to the tackle shop and seeing tons of sizes, designs and shapes of lures may confuse you on what to use. Don't let this discourage you, and get some good guides that will help you in choosing the best lures to use and will give you some tips on bass fishing. Keep in mind that different types of lures can help you have a good catch but it all depends on knowing how to use one, where to use one and knowing the right timing of your fishing. Of course, you have also to consider the lures that are effective for the specific species of fish you want to catch. The type[..]

When fishing in the spring of the year, especially in rivers, there are certain mistakes that should be avoided whenever possible. In this article I will outline 3 of the biggest mistakes anglers make in the spring of the year along with a few tips that will help you catch more fish. For the most part these spring fishing tips are for the wading angler. Making these mistakes can not only cost you bites, but can also be quite dangerous. When river fishing in the spring the first thing that should be understood is that river flows are normally much higher and faster than at other times of the year, thus making wading much more difficult and dangerous. Being sure of water depth and current[..]

Here are a few kayak fishing tips that can hopefully help you on your next fishing trip. An anchor trolley helps position your boat, so that you can apply more pressure when setting the hook. If you have the boat facing sideways to the fish, all of your energy is exerted sideways, into the water. This doesn't provide you and leverage. However, if you have the kayak positioned with the nose facing the fish, when you set the hook, the energy travels the length of the boat, providing a lot more leverage. You can tell the difference when you put this one into practice, give it a shot the next time you are out. You gotta remember that these kayaks aren't like the big rig boats, where you can[..]