What Lures, What Fish?

Most popular perch (Perca fluviatilis) fishing...Image via Wikipedia
Here is a really good introduction to basic fishing lures by Leland Poliks and check out the best perch lures on the right.

Spoons

Considered the most simple of all other lures, they got their name because they look like the head of a spoon. They act for the bait fish by doing a flickering and wobbling movement or action. Spoons are excellent for starters in lure fishing; easy to use and very affordable.

Spinners

The spinner is basically a blade wherein it does a rotating action on a spindle when being retrieved or taken back through the water as well as it gives off a flash as light is being reflected on the revolving blade, characterizing the bait fish's scales and movements. This is a lure that is flexible because only can one verify and know the retrieve depth by the period or time frame one leaves before one starts a retrieve, one can also alter the speed of the revolving blade around the spindle, by either speeding up or slowing down one's retrieve. For the Trout and Mullet, a smaller size is recommended, and a larger spinner with the pike liking, along with the treble hook in a red wool.

Surface lures

These lures are used on the water surface and considered to be the most explosively thrilling of all lures as one could actually see the fish taking the lure, and the anticipation and the expectation of one looking forward of the take is an exciting experience. The fish can be completely seen exiting the water when they send off at a surface lure. Since these lures are being retrieved on the surface of the water, they can be a good choice in areas that have a lot of weed.

Suspending plugs

Having neutral buoyancy and resistance, when the plug has dived or dropped to the required depth and left alone, it will continue on being suspended to that depth. For this reason, this type is perfect for pursuing your prey hidden near the weed beds, rocks or banks. When yanked in order to imitate life to the plug, it causes some crashing attack from your target.

Floating drivers

A necessity for all lure anglers, they cover a wide scope in diving depths; beginning from just beneath the surface up to fifteen feet or more. The diving depth is established on the point of view of the vane or fin to the body of the lure. The lesser the angle to the body of the lure the deeper it can dive. The shape as well as the size of the vane and the lures body contributes to the movement of the plug in the water.

Sinking plugs

These are excellent for deep water fishing, wherein the retrieve can start soon as the preferred depth is reached. This is accomplished by counting down before one starts the retrieval process. Therefore, the same depth will be reached whenever one casts. The distance that the lure has sunk down in a particular time, will give a suggestion of how deep or how far down the fish are situated when they strike; thus this is called the sink rate of the lure.

Soft baits

This is soft rubber bait that comes in various shapes and forms, with matching sizes and colors. These are commonly used for sea and fresh water fishing, which can be used on a weighted jig head handled in the same manner as the jerk bait, being managed as a plug is used.

Jerk baits

Having no movement of its own when in the water, the angler gives life to this lure; whenever the rod trembles or shakes or jerks, this lure can appear to have life. This lure for the most part, mimics an injured or wounded fish that the prey fish find tempting, and be compelled to thrust or lunge at.




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Fishing With my Grandsons

Different types of fishing floats.Image via WikipediaHi everyone,

The weather here dropped below 100 for a while and I went fishing with my grandsons. They range from 3 to 12 and there are 4 of them.  I never got to fish, I spent the whole time sticking worms on the hook, dislodging hooks from trees, bushes, rocks and hats.  I had a ball.

For the most part the younger ones used bobbers and the 2 older ones used everything else in my tackle box,  they finally went to bobbers in the end just to catch a few fish.  I have to work on retrieve speed with them some more.

Today I want to talk about bobbers.  I love watching bobbers but they are getting a bit hard to see anymore especially at dusk.  I started looking for something a bit more visible but just as buoyant as the slender bobbers I have been using.

I found my new favorite bobber - well 2 actually.  I like the Gapen All Panfish and the Mr. Crappie.  These are slender bobbers with a highly visible, long stem that stays above water until something bites my offering.

I usually use these floats as fixed floats unless the water is too deep.  I put enough tiny split shot just below the float to get the bulk under water so there is very little resistance when the fish bite.  That is why I like the long orange and yellow stems.  And the kids can find them when they stop gawking at the ducks and geese.

What I did for the 3 year old is to add a circle hook with a very small Berkley Power Trout Worm threaded all the way onto a #6 hook.  I tried it threaded normally and all the fish did was nibble on the ends, wacky rigging didn't work either.  When I put the whole thing on the hook he started catching fish.

Believe me it takes a while to thread anything onto a small circle hook but it is worth the effort.  There is nothing as fun as a 3 year old with his first big fish.
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4 Easy Methods to Prepare for Your Upcoming Fishing Adventure

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Fishing is a very enjoyable way to spend your days off. It has been said that fishing is becoming one of  the all-time highly appreciated activities of quite a few families. Even so, almost any hobby has its own risky area and fishing isn't any different

Most of fishing trips involve things with sharp or  pointed elements for instance: hooks which can get stuck in painful areas, knives that can cut. thunder or wind storms, severe weather, crazy currents, as well as other mishaps, might hurt your fishing trip.

If you are intending to take a fishing trip together with family or friends, here's a number of different scenarios and  what arrangements you have to deal with if they come about.

1. Conditions.

Always pay attention to the weather conditions throughout the day. Whether you are fishing on shoreline or  in a boat, you need to be aware of the factors such as lightening, storm movements and darkening of the skies. Whenever you see intense lightning strikes, you must go to shore straight away.

Having a sunless day is actually the ideal fishing day.  Even with no sun showing on a very bright cloudy day you can get a bad sunburn after a few hours. Be all set by simply having sunscreen to prevent sunburns.

You should to know of heat stroke or heat exhaustion indicators including feeling sick, breathing difficulty, wooziness, dry hot skin or hot damp skin. Have a supply of  liquid to remain hydrated.  You should have a couple of towels to get wet to help cool off the victim.

2. Razor-sharp fishing accessories.

Fishing features a lot of razor-sharp instruments, always expect you'll take care of personal injuries by having n hand disinfectants for example medicated lotion or spray and hydrogen peroxide.

In the event of cuts, you will need bandages, natural cotton or paper towels. In addition, never forget to carry your personal emergency first aid kit.

You may want to have a sturdy wire cutter on hand just for when you get a hook struck in your thumb or somewhere more painful.  ( Like my ear and the back of my head when I was learning how to use a fly rod.) 

3. Tangles.Wobbler lure (fishing equipment)Image via Wikipedia

The single most frequent fishing aggravation, other than not catching anything, is when the lines are stuck around something. I have caught trees, rocks, shrubs, logs, etc.

Try to get your line or fishing rod away from the tangle quickly to prevent a moreserious incident. You may either snap off the twigs of the tree or mindfully and carefully get rid of your line from where it is tangled.

Just be careful if you have to break off the like, sometimes it snaps back and can injure you. Wear sunglasses when doing this.

4. Lure.

If you run out of lures or bait, it really messes up your fishing trip. Prevent this by simply cutting up the rest of the bait into halves, quarters or thirds. The worm, whether or not split up, may still move, therefore the separated worms can still attract the fish.

Re-tie your hook or lure every once in a while.  I caught a fairly large fish and got it almost to the boat and it broke off.  I checked the like and found it had suffered damage from the rocks I was fishing around.

Be ready to confront virtually any predicament to keep your fishing journey as calm as you possibly can, remember you are out there to have fun.


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Trout Fishing Bait That Works

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What's the best bait for trout? Its' the bait that the fish are biting!

Almost all fisherman have a favorite, go-to  bait. Their favorite is generally influenced by the kind of fishing they do and by what worked best on the last few fishing trips.

Small minnows make a great trout fishing bait. Let the minnows work under a small float with a light wire hook through the lips or tail. The little fish will move well with a small hook and provide an exciting treat for most fish.

This is a great choice early in the season or after a cold front when fish seem real lazy. Sometimes all it takes is a little minnow to get those big fish to come out and play.

Another great trout bait is the night crawler. Night crawlers are irresistible to almost all fish, because they squirm around under the water.

Large worms can be cast a fair distance, but with smaller worms you will need an A-Just_a_Bubble float to add some weight to cast very far.  Hook your worm well so they don't just fall off when you cast.

Another great trout fishing bait comes in the form of insect larvae. Larvae forms of insect are bountiful in lakes and streams. Whether you choose the stonefly nymph or the hellgrammite, you will catch fish. Hellgrammites are nice because like worms they move around a lot. As an added bonus, hellgrammites have a strong exoskeleton so they stay on your hook longer.

Watch Your Shadow

Trout are sometimes hard to catch. They can be easily spooked and be unwilling to bite. A good rule of thumb is to be very quiet. Don't stomp around near the water or wade too close to where you want to fish. If you do disturb the fish, just move on and return again later.

Any fish can also see your shadow. So be aware of where the sun is and where your shadow hits the water.  I have been told that the shadow looks like a giant crane to the fish with your rod being the beak.

When stream fishing, start downstream and work your way up. Trout look upstream for potential meals floating downriver, so you fish from that direction. Cast your bait upstream and let it float to you. watching you line all the time.

Should you hook a sucker instead of a trout , cut it up, and use it as bait. This can be great if you are running low on bait or if your trout fishing bait isn't working.

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Using Catfishing Baits Properly

Channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) may be f...Image via WikipediaThe average person sees fishing as just a hobby and often doesn't realize the importance of using catfishing baits correctly. Incorrect use of catfish bait can cause amateur fishermen to waste quite a bit of time without landing a single catfish.

It is important to know the basic principles behind using catfishing baits correctly, particularly when doing so from the bank of a river or aboard a boat.

The following are essential tips to successfully use your baits.

One important thing in any fishing is timing. As funny as it may sound, there is a "good time of day" for catching catfish. Iit is possible to go out at any time of day and try to catch some fish, but doing so in the early morning or late evening increases your chances.

Catfish are known to look for food in the morning. They repeat this process during the evening and at night.

Use seasons and weather as fishing strategies. Rainy days and overcast clouds are excellent times for to go catfishing. The rainclouds can create early-morning like conditions, cause mid day and evenings to look the same so you can enjoy catfishing all throughout the day.

Catfish are highly active during the fall and spring when the water levels are higher.

Make sure that the bait remains still. This may sound quite obvious, but it is a common mistake fishermen make. The bait should remain as motionless as possible to increase the chances of attracting a catfish. Pays close attention to the water current to prevent unwanted bait movement. In general, try throwing in something into the water to test for any biters. Find a new spot if you don't see any movement for half an hour.

Look for the right spot

You need to find the right spots for a successful catch. In a river or creek look for a bend where there is an overhang or a log jam. Here, you will find catfish, they think it's a safe spot for them.

Alternatively, you can also try looking in holes under the water, under brush or overhanging trees. Water currents can also lead you to deep channels where the fish live.
The point is, learn about the different parts of the water where you intend to go fishing. Knowing these principles will ensure that you always find the best fishing spot

As any experienced fisherman knows, the right type of hook is also essential. Some hooks are too small to hold on to the catfish, while others are too big and they cant get it in their mouth. If the hook is too big, the fish will just nibble around the bait.

Using catfish baits properly involves using the right size hook to hang the bait from.  Sometimes you ust have t experiment.

Good Luck!.

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Fishing Gear Basics

By Constantine Smith Constantine Albert John Bellert


Fishing is a fun to enjoy nature in its best, you can get in touch with your thoughts and enjoy some peace and quiet. The thing is that in order to really catch some fish you have to have a basic knowledge of fishing  equipment. But first, depending on where you are from  and where you are fishing you should consider getting a fishing license.


If you get the right fishing equipment your fishing experiences will be much more pleasurable. For example, if you don't understand that specific fishing reels work only with certain kinds of fishing lines you could go through hours of trying to untangle fishing lines instead of catching fish. That's why it is important to know exactly what goes with what, what line with that reel, and what bait with what kind of fish.

Usually a sales person will be more that happy to help you.

Buying the right fishing gear for a beginner shouldn't be very expensive. You can get a decent rod,  reel, hooks, sinkers and fishing line for about $50. If you want to go with used gear you might even end up spending even less. A few thing you should check out when getting a rod is to make sure the line guides are properly attached to the rod and that they line up.. The second thing is to make sure the handle won't tend to slip out of your hand when you catch a fish..

Some fishing rods are sold whole and others in two or three pieces which you will have to assemble yourself.  All you will need to do is push the parts of your rod together. Remember to check that all the guides are lined up. Once you screw the pieces of the rod together you will need to see if the reel you selected fits. Make sure you get a feel of your rod. Bend and see how it fits, comfort should also be an issue and so should weight.

Regarding the fishing line, you will find many fishing lines in the market today and you should be able to select one that suites your needs. Most line are manufactured from nylon and can be purchased in spools.  These are graded in breaking strengths which are commonly referred to as tests. 10 pound test breaks at 10 pounds - most of the time.  6 yo 8 pound test line is good for most fish unless you are going deep sea fishing.

Apart from the rod and the line you will also need to get a few fishing lures depending on what kind of fish you intend to catch. Aside from the above items you may want to include a small fishing net, a fish stringer, line clippers, fishing knife and you will be ready to go. Getting a fishing kit together should not be a big ordeal. Follow the above tips and you will find it very easy to create a great fishing kit.




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