| Does anybody want to hear about going Northern | | | | you throw out there. As long it is flashy and large |
| Pike Fishing ? | | | | enough to attract northern pike, it should do just |
| Well, it does not matter. I am going to give a | | | | fine. |
| quick list of things to do when making your first | | | | 4. Location- early in the spring these fish will be |
| trip going after a Northern Pike. | | | | shallow, so shallow that you can probably see |
| 1. Make sure you have the strongest rod you | | | | them crusing around. Cast often and reel quickly |
| own. You may need it if a big one gets on. This | | | | as the aggressive pike will hit first. Do not waste |
| also goes for your reel, do not cheap out on this | | | | an hour casting toward a fish that is not |
| part either. | | | | interested. |
| 2. Line- make sure it is at least 12 pound strength | | | | 5. Landing- Once on, be sure your drag is set |
| and always always use a metal leader of some | | | | properly or your line could break. Also, have a |
| sort. Combined with your rod and reel, you should | | | | good landing net or cradle handy to safely large |
| still be able to cast lures easily. | | | | your fish! |
| 3. Lures- a good quality hook is key on any lure | | | | |