| Fishing will always be challenging regardless | | | | frequently without waiting long enough to |
| of where you fish. However for a successful | | | | allow the fish to come near; constant |
| and enjoyable experience on the salt waters, | | | | movement may, in fact, scare the fish away. |
| there are several simple tips that will help | | | | The most useful "skill" you need to employ on |
| along the way. | | | | the water is patience. Once you have located |
| | | | a good fish spot, give the fish time to be |
| First, you need to make sure you are licensed | | | | lured, and then do your utmost to land them. |
| to fish before you begin. This is true | | | | |
| regardless of where you fish. Check the | | | | The best tide to fish on is the ebb, and the |
| fishing regulations for the state or country | | | | best time for this is in the morning - the |
| you are in. | | | | earlier the better. This will help you to |
| | | | maximize your catch. And if you get the |
| Your boat is your most important "tool" for a | | | | benefit of good wind direction, you will be |
| salt water fishing trip. The size of the | | | | home quickly after your fishing trip. |
| vessel you need will be determined by how | | | | |
| many people intend to come along with you. | | | | Fish the edges of your location. Never drop |
| | | | your line straight down the middle, as that |
| Many of those who enjoy fishing in shore opt | | | | will startle the fish. By fishing the sides |
| for a boat roughly fifteen feet in length. | | | | you can draw the fish to the center and |
| These usually have a built-in shelter for | | | | increase your chances of landing them. |
| protection from storms and gusty winds. The | | | | |
| boat you select should be light but able to | | | | It is wise to fish from the shallowest water |
| withstand waves and a strong current. | | | | to the deepest. And if you are having no |
| | | | success, try changing bait. You might be |
| You can bring different types of lines | | | | pleasantly surprised at the results. |
| depending on types of fish you hope to catch. | | | | |
| A cod-line is useful if you are planning to | | | | On occasion, sharks can interrupt your |
| go "down below" at any time. If you want to | | | | fishing by frightening other fish away. |
| catch different fish, make sure you have | | | | However don't let them scare you away! If you |
| brought the correct line. | | | | find you are having a problem with sharks, |
| | | | try rolling up a newspaper soaked in fish |
| If you have never fished in a particular area | | | | blood, then throw it overboard. The sharks |
| before why not try consulting the locals? | | | | will generally follow the current with the |
| They should be able to tell you the best | | | | trail of blood and leave you alone. |
| spots to cast your line. Short of that, | | | | |
| practice will help you will find the best | | | | By following these simple tips, you should be |
| fishing locations. Too many anglers fall into | | | | able to enjoy a great fishing adventure on |
| the trap of moving to different spots | | | | the salt waters. |