The Fishy Thrill

2007-04-18T01:45:00.000-07:00

Over 12 years ago my fishing mentor passed onto the next plane of existence, but during the time that he was alive he was the greatest trout fisherman I've personally ever known. The man caught trophy trout in fishing streams that got a ton of fishing pressure. Streams in which other anglers simply didn't have the success that he was able to achieve. Sure other people caught trout, but my mentor caught trout that would have been trophies in Arkansas or Montana but he fished in central Pennsylvania. During the time we fished together, he taught me some of his trout fishing secrets and I want to pass some of them on to you.

1) Locate a Large Trout - one of my mentors hard and fast rules was that once he located a large trout, he would fish for it until he caught it. In his experience, large trout would find a suitable area and pretty much stay there, especially on heavily fished rivers. These areas weren't the kind of areas that you might think. That's probably how the trout grew to be so large.

2) Large Trout Don't Expend Much Energy - My mentor always said that large trout (I'm talking over 22 inches in fairly small rivers) expend as little energy as possible. He would say that they like to lay there and let food come to them.

3) Large trout LOVE live crayfish - My mentor used to have me go out into the stream behind my house and catch him live crayfish so that he could use them for bait once he had a large trout located. The crayfish had to be no more than 2 inches long…..FYI. He would then rig them on a set of gang hooks and catch trophies.

4) Always Use Gang Hooks - My mentor is the one who invented the act of using gang hooks for freshwater fishing ( at least as far as I know). A set of gang hooks are simply 2 small hooks tied in tandem. Gang hooks allow the angler to present their bait in an incredibly natural way, and this was a key according to him. Your bait had to appear as natural as possible. Gang hooks are fairly easy to tie yourself, or you can go somewhere like JRWfishing.com and purchase them, the bottom line is that my mentor insisted on using them.

The above trout fishing secrets will help you catch more and bigger trout. They most certainly did for my fishing mentor, God rest his soul. I'll tell you, when that man passed on to whatever it is that comes next, the trout of central Pennsylvania and upstate New York breathed a collective sigh of relief. He was, without question, the best trout fisherman that I've ever met.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country…..Montana!

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Bass Fishing - Bigger The Knowledge The BIGGER The FISH

2007-03-04T01:54:00.000-08:00

Why is it so important to have more knowledge under your belt when bass fishing, simple, more fish? Is your catch of bass becoming less on every fishing trip, did you ever wonder that the bait you are using is not to the fishes liking or could it be your choice of location to catch a whopper be the wrong speck.

If just starting out to join in the fun of bass fishing then it is important that you fully understand the needs on how to bait. Which bait to use - what location are factors that have to be addressed to become an expert in bass fishing? The bigger your knowledge the bigger the fish.

Bass Fishing is practised by anglers who claim a sense of satisfaction when the fish start to bite. To become successful in this type of venture then you have to consider two things, the understanding of how to locate bass and to learn all there is to know about different techniques, presentations, and baits. All this information can be found in fishing manuals. Collect as much knowledge as you can from other anglers who are more familiar with the sport.

Just to know how to read a map will be beneficial when locating bass, the most practical places to search for lively Bass is after cold fronts and early spring. Weather conditions can either hamper or go in your favour when fishing for bass. If you are familiar with your waters then this will help a great deal in locating the best place to cast your rod. Water depth and temperature is a vital element that you need to be aware of because the depth or hollowness of the water will decipher if this part of the river - stream is where the bass are biting.

A consistent bass angler does more than just jump in his/her boat and cast bait. That is why fishing tournaments are so popular -competitive and fulfilling to all who take part in these contests.

There is much more than meets the eye behind this sport. Lake maps, what are they you ask, well there are two types; most anglers refer to them as the Hot Spot map and the Topographical. These route finders are different; the Topo outlines more in detail where as the Hot Spot map displays the best fishing locations. Vegetation areas - Irregular contours -Shallow water close to deep water areas - Points and point drops are main issues to look for when it comes to locating bass on any given waters. To become as popular as the sport it self then, you have to think like the fish. I know this may sound insane, but you have to choose a quiet part of the stream or lake away from jet skis, kiddies paddling or playful dogs when fishing for bass. Any excitement may upset the apple cart. If you were the fish would you stick around with all the commotion above water?

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2007-02-14T09:24:00.000-08:00

Deep-sea fishing is fishing that involves trolling deep waters with large fishing tackle. Compared to other types of fishing, deep-sea fishing requires more fishing equipment including more line, rods and lures. Rods, reels, bait and tackles are the fishing equipment generally required for deep-sea fishing, and specialized fishing boats are needed for angling.

Basically, there are two types of deep sea fishing techniques - trolling and bottom fishing. The fishing technique is chosen, based on the location of the fish. Trolling techniques require keeping the fishing boat at a constant speed of six knots. The bait used is usually a fishing lure that is drawn on a line through the water slightly below the surface of the water. In bottom fishing, the boat anchors in deep water and hooks charged with lures are dropped to the bottom of the sea.

Seining, long lining and netting are some other techniques used in deep-sea fishing. Seining is an angling technique used in areas where there are large schools or groups of fish. As the name implies, long-lining gets its name from the length of the lines that are used. It is one of the popular methods of fishing used to attract fish. The bait is strung out on a long line held up by buoys. Netting techniques rely on nets that are set in shallow water around the coasts.

The Mississippi Gulf coast, San Diego coast, Cozumel coast and Cancun beaches are among the most popular destinations for deep-sea fishing. Even though deep-sea fishing is specifically for an experienced angler, it is one type of sports fishing that anyone can enjoy.

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Fly Fishing Rods - Getting The Bends

2007-02-13T02:16:00.000-08:00

Picking a fly fishing rod is a tricky endeavor. Do you go with your ego, expected fishing environment or something else? While length is a factor, the bend or action of the rod is a key factor.

Flexibility

Fly fishing rods are often defined by their flexibility. In laymen’s terms, flexibility means how far the rods will bend when the same casting effort is used.

Minimal Bend

A fly fishing rod that has minimum bend is often called a “fast” rod. The lack of bend lets the angler get lots of speed on the cast. This speed allows you to cast very accurately and farther away than rods with more bends. While these benefits may sound great at first glance, a fast rod can be frustrating. There is no room for error when using the rod. If you are going to use one of these rods, you need excellent motion and timing. Generally, only anglers with a lot of experience should have a go at using fast rods.

Moderate Bend

The next step down from a fast rod is one with medium flexibility. These rods tend to have good flexibility, but the bend is restricted to the top half of the rod. The rod requires less perfection of motion and timing, but is fairly accurate. If you’ve been angling for a while and have the basic techniques down, a moderately flexible rod is worth a try.

Slinky Bend

If you are just taking up fly fishing, you should use a rod with maximum flexibility. While others suggest a moderate bend is better for beginners, a “slinky bend” rod gives you a lot of leeway when it comes to learning to cast.

Fly fishing is relaxing and enjoyable. Pick the wrong rod, however, and it can quickly become frustrating and stressful. If you use your brain, not your ego, when picking a rod, you will have a blast.

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Freshwater Bait Fishing Hook Sizes

2007-02-09T21:15:00.000-08:00

There are essential items to have when going fishing, but none more important than having a hook. Fishing hooks come in a wide range of sizes and also come in a variety of types. The average angler may be a bit perplexed when it comes to selecting the appropriate hook for their fishing trip, but fortunately selecting a hook is a not a science. Here are some important things to consider when selecting a hook for your next fishing trip.

The size hook you use will be dictated by the type of fish you are angling for. Things like the type of bait you are using, fishing line size, and even the terrain you are fishing in can require different types of hooks and sizes. The smaller the fish you are fishing for, then the smaller the hook that is used. You want the fish to be able to take the bait without having to struggle for it. There are barbed hooks and barbless hooks. The barbless hook is used when fishing “catch and release”. This way the barb does not further damage the fish. Weedless hooks would be used when fishing in grassy areas. Long shank hooks are used for certain types of bait.

What can be a struggle for the beginning fishermen are the numbers that are used to indicate the hook size. A number 32 is the smallest size, while a number 19/0 is the largest. What happens when a hook size grows larger past number 1, then a zero or “aught” is added. Thus a 4/0 would be pronounced “four aught”. The range of hook sizes from smallest to largest are 32, 30, 28, 26, 24, 22, 20, 18, 16, 14, 12, 11, 10, 8, 6, 4, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0, 5/0, 6/0, 7/0, 8/0, 9/0, 10/0, 11/0, 12/0, 13/0, 14/0, 15/0, 16/0, 17/0, 18/0, and 19/0.

Recommendations for hooks sizes, based upon what you are fishing for would be 18 to 8 for Trout, 12 to 8 for Bluegill, 10 to 8 for Suckers, 8 to 4 for Crappie, 4 for Yellow Perch, 4 to 1 for Carp, 6 to 1 for Bullheads, 4 to 1/0 for Channel Catfish, 4 to 1 for Smallmouth Bass, 4 to 3/0 for Largemouth Bass, 2/0 to 5/0 for Walleye, 2/0 to 7/0 for Northern Pike, and 6/0 to 8/0 for Muskellunge.

Having the best fishing rod and reel will not help you if you are using a hook that is to big or to small. Keep a good supply of hooks with you, so that you may change up if you feel like switching what you are fishing for. Also you may find the size fish being caught are different than what you expected. Keep in mind too that certain fish species have larger mouths than other fish the same size.

What it all boils down to is that having an understanding of hooks can help you be prepared for what ever fishing you will be doing. A basic understanding of hook sizes cannot only lessen your frustration, but can help you increase your catch.

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Aluminum Fishing Boats: From Compact Jon Boat to Custom Design!

2007-02-08T10:36:00.000-08:00

Looking around on the web for an aluminum fishing boat? You'll soon enough find out there are a number of different ways to go, depending on your needs and budget...

Are you looking for something very straightforward and uncomplicated you can quickly fit on your pickup? Or maybe you want something more sophisticated you can use for both tournament fishing and recreational fishing?

Another option - if money isn't your biggest concern - could be to look into a custom built boat with everything just the way you want!

You will probably know why you're looking for an aluminum fishing boat as opposed to a fiberglass or steel boat, but lightness (greater performance or fuel savings) and strength (around 35,000 pounds per square inch (psi) will deform it as opposed to 30,000 psi for mild steel) are probably the greatest advantages.

Price also come into play as many an aluminum fishing boat owner have reported looking around for similar fiberglass boats and being put off by the prices.

In addition it is not only the purchase price, but also the maintenance costs afterwards which one need to take into account.

Aluminum is practically maintenance-free. If left unpainted aluminum will form a supertight layer of aluminum oxide on its surface and then will stay that way indefinitely.

What else is great about owning an aluminum fishing boat? Aluminum is fireproof and non-toxic; it is natural, and the most abundant metal in the earth's crust. It is easily repairable, and a great advantage for boats: aluminum won't absorb water!

What about price? Well, you can start looking at something that was designed to fit right into small pickup truck beds like a Meyers Explorer 12 Jon Boat. This one goes for only a few hundred dollars!

Then you can move up to something much more advanced like the Tracker Pro Angler V-16. The Tracker features large lockable rod storage that holds up to 7'6" rods, divided aerated livewell with Flow-Rite aeration, a deluxe console with a simulated burlwood switch panel and more.

On the Tracker there's always plenty of room for tackle, people and gear. Even an amateur would know that this was a great aluminum fishing boat after only one ride!

Then there's the Ranger Cherokee 217, which is known for an extremely wide front casting deck. It also features an extension-deck option to make it even bigger. (Note: Unfortunately Ranger stopped making them, but if you can find one, rest assured it's a solid boat. Crestliner's boats can now offer a similar quality in a bass boat).

You may also want to look at unique boats like those of Design Concepts. Their aluminum fishing boats are crafted with a revolutionary hull configuration called Drop-Keel. Instead of being flat on the bottom like other boats, Design Concepts boats are engineered to drop just below the water line before turning upward at the bow. This feature keeps the cutting edge of your boat in the water at all times.

Design Concepts also offer a "true lifetime warranty": even if you sell your boat, the warranty stays with it, ensuring you the highest value retention of any boat you can buy.
How about a custom-built aluminum fishing boat? As an example, King Salmon Marine lets you choose many details like the position of the console, overall length and hight, bottom width and thickness - even the type of aluminum alloy!

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Where Is The Best Area To Fish?

2006-12-27T22:43:00.000-08:00

By Trevor Kugler

The best area to fish is obvious, isn't it? It's where the fish are. Ha! Okay, so I'm not quite Chris Rock, but it's true. And in my experience, whether you're river fishing or lake fishing, the best area's to spend time fishing, are where the least amount of anglers fish. The less fishing pressure the fish experience, the better for you.

In my various experiences fishing throughout the country I've found that there are some great places to fish near where you park your car, but it may require a bit of walking. For this article, I'm obviously going to focus on those of us that don't have a boat to fish with and I'm primarily going to deal with river fishing, with just a touch of lake fishing sprinkled in for good measure. I've found that if you just walk a little farther than most people are willing to go, you'll access area's (and subsequently fish) that have experienced much less "pressure" than the ones right next to the parking area. I'm of the opinion that most anglers don't have any interest in exerting themselves any more than they have to. Thus, they aren't going to walk very far. Have you ever noticed that you see a lot of anglers within two hundred and fifty yards of the parking area? This is especially true in the Northeast part of the country.

So if you do a bit more exploring than you normally might, you will access area's that receive much less pressure. I personally walk at least five miles round trip on most of my river fishing trips. And once I'm about a mile down the river, I rarely see other people's footprints in the mud. There are very few fishermen that want to cross the river four or five times and walk a couple of miles. This gives me a ton of almost un-fished water, and therefore a distinct advantage. At least in my mind, and I've found convincing myself is half the battle. But think about it. If there are less people wading around trying to trick the fish, shouldn't that mean that it gives me some sort of advantage? Again, I tend to think so.

As for lake fishing, the same principles apply. Especially all of us that are reserved to bank fishing. In many situations, if you just walk a bit farther than most people do, you will gain access to a less pressured area. On most lakes you'll be able to tell by the amount of wear and tear the trail along the lake has. The more wear and tear and things such trash that you see, obviously the more anglers. And the more anglers you have, the more pressure the fish receive in that particular area. So just head "off of the beaten path" a bit and it should serve you well. In other words, whether you're river fishing or lake fishing, many times the best area to fish is the area that recieves the least fishing pressure. The less stressed the fish are the better. And as we all know, there are few things worse than a stressed out fish!

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Fishing Rods - The Weapon Of Choice For All Good Anglers

2006-09-15T21:24:00.001-07:00

By Mike Singh

With more and more great companies producing great fishing rods today, finding the right rod for you could easily be a daunting task to say the least. While you will have to take into account the type of fishing you plan on doing, there are many different rods that you can purchase to do the job. While we all know that ice fishing rods would not be practical for bass fishing on a lake in the spring or fall, so too would the impracticality of using a deep sea rod for a cold February day in an ice hut.

When it comes to fishing rods, the great thing is that you do not have to go to a special store to purchase them. What this means to the consumer is clear savings, when it comes to fishing equipment. There are some great rod/reel combos to be had from the likes of Walmart or virtually any other department store that would sell sporting goods in your area. There are of course the outdoors shops such as Cabela's that specialize in the best of fishing equipment and they have a wide array of fishing rods, and fishing reels to suit just about any particular fishing trip.

Some of the more popular brands to look for when it comes to fishing rods include:

· Mitchell
· Abu Garcia
· Zebco
· Shakespeare
· Shimano

All of these fine fishing rods offer the latest and most productive manufacturing techniques when it comes to development and assembly. These rods are the best of the best and will give you years of great service on the lake of in the streams. When buying a new fishing rod, one of the first things you must keep in mind would have to be what exactly do you plan on catching, or what would be the species that you most likely will be fishing for on a regular basis. When you determine this, you will have a better picture as to what strength and flex you will need in the fishing rods.

Some of the more recent fishing rods released to date offer much in the way of flexibility and strength. When the rod is bent under great force of a fighting fish, the last you want is for the rod to snap and be faced with an expensive replacement of the rod and still not landing that big catch. Take your time and review fishing rods in a comparison chart and see what might be the weapon of your choice to tackle that big catch of the day.

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Fishing Rods - The Weapon Of Choice For All Good Anglers

2006-09-15T21:24:00.000-07:00

Deep Sea Fishing

2006-09-12T22:38:00.000-07:00

By David Evermon

Deep sea fishing is an experience, while it is a known fact that many people like to fish and enjoy fishing as a hobby of deep sea fishing is a little different and provides a whole different experience of fishing for most people. For those who appreciate fishing there are many other factors that contribute to the whole thing, the solitude and peace of fishing and the mental game that is part of the waiting and planning your moves, the technical part of fishing is very different from one fisherman to the other, but the basics of the environment and the governing principals of the fishing event stay the same in almost all circumstances.

Deep sea fishing is different than is regular fishing, it is much more of an adventure and a fun ride than anything else, for anyone who loves fishing and the sea it is one experience that should not be missed, the force of the ocean and the experience of fishing in a the ocean, where any fish can appear out of the blue literally will change the life of an amateur fisherman and would provide him with many things to think about when he is planning his next fishing trip.

A very popular deep sea fishing destination is the Gulf of Mexico where there are plenty of fish, the variety is not only good for fishing but also good for a general education of the fish that are living in this area of the world, and a good lesson in fish naming too. You can find mostly grouper and snapper in these waters but you also stand a very good chance of running into many other offshore fish like tuna and kingfish, Spanish mackerel and giant red fish.

The captains of these fishing boats are experts in fishing locations and usually know the fishing destinations well enough to guarantee a good trip, needless to say these captains are also professionals that will make sure that you are traveling safely and that the rules and regulations of proper conduct at sea are maintained. The crew of the ships is usually there to make all the arrangements for the fisherman on board so there will be no hassle and no hard work for anyone, some fishing boat crews even clean and bag the fish for you to take off the ship with you.

With the wind in your hair and the smell of the ocean you will be riding the waves to a fishing experience, maybe even accompanied by dolphins as you go. With a little luck you will see and experience some amazing fish in their natural habitat and will also fish in the natural water sin which they live, ocean fish may turn out to be much stronger than you would think. With professional crew and captain your deep sea fishing experience should be a wonderful memory and maybe even a chance to break a few of those fishing records that you know everything about.

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Fishing Rods for Different Types of Fishing

2006-09-09T05:08:00.000-07:00

By John Gibb

Make the statement “all fishing rods are the same” and you are bound to get some laughter and more than a few lectures from experienced fishermen. There are almost as many types of fishing rods are there are types of game fish. There is simply no way that you could have a “one-size-fits-all” fishing rod. Below is a list of some of the different types of fishing rods, and explanations as to why they work well for the type of game fish that they were made for.

Bass fishing rod – The bass, both the freshwater and saltwater variety, is one of the most popular game fish. Bass tournaments are held in lakes and rivers each year, and the lucky fisherman who can land the biggest bass in one of these tournaments gets to take home not only a prize, but a great story as well. One of the reasons that bass are so popular with fishermen is that they can be crafty opponents, and fierce fighters. The type of fishing rod that is good for bass fishing is one that can take a lot of punishment. Landing a bass can take some time, and before you pull one into your boat or on shore, it is going to take your line for a ride, and bend your fishing pole every which way. Bass come in varying sizes, so of course bass fishing rods will come in different sizes, but they all need to be strong and extremely flexible. Bass fishing rods tend to be made from fiberglass more than anything else; though not as strong as graphite, it can take more extreme bending.

Trout fishing rod – Trout fishing rods do not generally need to be as flexible as bass fishing rods. Yes, there are some big trout out there – some as big as salmon – but generally they tend to be lighter than bass, with a little less fight in them. This doesn’t mean that trout aren’t fun to catch...the number of fishermen each year that go trout fishing in lake, rivers, and streams will attest to the fact that trout fishing is a wonderful way to spend the day. Trout poles usually run anywhere from seven feet to ten feet, with a nine foot pole being a good size for going from stream fishing on the shore to lake fishing in a boat. Trout fishing rods can be made from graphite; although graphite is not as flexible as fiberglass, with trout it is flexible enough. Of course, there are also fly fishing rods for trout, but these are in a whole different category than “regular” fishing rods.

Crappie fishing rods – The lengths of crappie fishing rods vary according to individual preference, but one thing about crappie fishing rods that needs to remain constant is that they must be light. Crappie fishing usually involves “jigging”, or snapping the rod up and down continually to lure the fish toward the bait, and if your fishing rod isn’t light, it’s going to tire your arm and wrist out rather quickly. Crappies are fairly small fish, so a light fishing rod and light line are fine to use. Due to the type of fishing it is, comfort should be the main concern when it comes to a crappie fishing rod.

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Fly Fishing Accessories – Hanging Stuff Around Your Chest

2006-09-02T23:45:00.000-07:00

By Richard Chapo

If you are going fly fishing, you need to have your critical gear with you while wading and casting. One of the critical pieces of equipment is your vest.

Construction workers have tool belts to hold everything they need while working. Fly fishing anglers have the same thing in the vest. They hold your tools of the fly fishing trade. Without them, you will be endlessly hunting for flies, repellant, grapplers and so on.

This necessary fly fishing clothing comes in a variety of styles. Old school vests are the best in my opinion. They fit and look like regular clothing vests, but are made with mesh pockets and water proofing material. I find they are perfect for holding the necessary fly fishing gear. They are also good because the distribute the weight of your junk…err, gear across your shoulders and back. Any fly fishing gear shop should have them.

Being a consumer society, more than a few companies have come up with advancements in ways to carry around your gear. Typically, they come in the form of modular systems hanging over the shoulder. They look like travel fannypacks hanging off the front of each shoulder. Depending on the brand, they may have a rear or front fanny pack and even both. Some anglers love these more modern gear accessories. Personally, I find them ungainly and annoying, but to each their own. I strongly suggest you fit yourself with one of these new systems before committing to buy them.

When considering how you will hold your stuff, you should give a good bit of thought to what you want it to hold. Personally, I want mine to hold sunscreen for my bald head, insect repellent, clippers, forceps, a poncho for rain, my car keys, line and, of course, flies. I don’t like hauling my stuff up and down the shore, so I tend to load up like a Sherpa. You might prefer a less demanding approach. The point is to figure out what is best for you and then buy a version that meets your needs.

If you are going to get serious about angling, you will need to a way to lug your stuff around with you. Figure out what you want to put in yours and then make your selection.

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Fishing Boats

2006-08-13T04:03:00.000-07:00

By Eric Morris

For those who are experienced with boating, choosing and obtaining the perfect fishing boat is an easy task. But for individuals who have never tried to buy a fishing boat, it is surely a daunting task.

If you’re a first-timer and you want to purchase fishing boats in a hassle-free way, there are some tips that can help you out. These tips can be very useful when you are selecting the right fishing boat for you.

It is always advisable to put into consideration the role that the fishing boat has to play. We all know that the fishing boats’ main function is to be utilized in fishing activities. But prior to your purchase, it is necessary to take into account some other purposes.

Do you intend to use your fishing boat in the ocean, lakes, or in other bodies of water? Before buying, it is always good to consider the place or the setting where you will be using your fishing boat. Another important consideration is the time your fishing boat will be used. Are you going to use it for day fishing and day trips or for fishing activities overnight? If you are planning to use your fishing boat for overnight fishing in the ocean, it is better to choose a fishing boat that features a hull. Fishing boats like these are made specifically for rough waters. They promise more comfort due to their ability to ride with the ocean’s waves.

Moreover, your budget definitely matters. Fishing boats can be costly so it is important that you know how much you want to invest for your boat. You should also ask if the fishing boat that you want to buy has a warranty. Since warranties are not uniform across dealerships, brands, or even the time of the year, you need to carefully scrutinize the warranty that comes with the fishing boat you wish to purchase.

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Alternative Fishing Styles

2006-08-09T02:56:00.000-07:00

By Antonio Salgado

There we were, me and my new fishing apprentice at the lake. I was teaching him the rudiments of handling the rod and putting the bait and we were trying to catch a lake trout while discussing everything from sports to the most effective technique to escape from boring clothes-shopping with our wives. I got some good ideas, I must confess.

At some point he asked me if there were some other fishing techniques or alternative styles. “Is it always just a fishing rod, reel, bait, and waiting in sport fishing?” he asked.

Of course it is the most common way to fish but it is not the only way to fish. In sport fishing, there are different techniques and tools for fishing depending on the type of fish you want to catch. There are even games you can play with friends or family.

One of Murphy's laws says that if something can be used for something else besides its original use, someone will do it. Some techniques or methods are more dangerous or fun than others.

Before I could explain him about some fun ways to fish as well as others too dangerous to practice for a starter, I don't know why it came to my mind a piece from the New Testament that says that Jesus is reported to have said to his disciples: "Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men." (Matthew 4:19). Then I said that in those times, fishing with a net in a group was considered an honest effort to make a living. I don't know if he is a religious man, but he agreed with that idea.

Some of you might not like the techniques discussed here. Others will love them; it is a mater of diversity and sportsmanship.

One of the first fishing techniques we discussed and one I like, is Hand Fishing, also known as Trout Tickling or Noodling if you are fishing catfish. Noodling doesn’t require any kind of fishing tool but your hand and it is fun, just try it sometime. It is also possible to fish lobsters when you are diving or "Pearl" Fishing.

A variant of it is the Hand-Line Fishing. You just need a line and a small piece of wood or something to roll the line. I've seen this done at some beaches in Mexico but, as far as I know, this is illegal in Kansas.

Another "ancestral" way to fish is Spear Fishing. Traditional Spear Fishing is restricted to shallow waters, but the development of the spear gun has made this method much more efficient. Fishing can be done with an ordinary spear or a specialized variant such as an eel spear or with a long or short trident. You can be at a river shore or in the water with basic or complete scuba equipment. A variant of this is "Bow Fishing" which might not be fun if you keep losing arrows!!

Net Fishing is another method of sport fishing. All fishing nets are meshes that are usually knotted by a relatively thin thread. Modern nets are usually made of nylon, although nets made of wool or silk thread were common until recently and are still used in certain areas. The casting net is circular and the diameter varies. The way to use it is sinking it at the same time you make a forward motion from surface-down to bottom and then up. There is a chance that you catch something else, but hey, some coracles are as good as fish, besides this is also the way they are caught.

Trawling is a fishing method that involves pulling a fishing net through the water behind one or more boats. In Mexico there is a place where the nets simulate butterflies wings and fish like this. A gill net catches fish which try to pass through it by snagging on the gill covers. Thus trapped, the fish can neither advance trough the net nor retreat.

I find Kite Fishing very exotic. It was invented in China and then learned by people in New Guinea and other Pacific Islands. It is a very non-traditional way of fishing for a newbie getting into the fishing world. It was used by people who did not have a boat to fish, but also was very handy when fishing conditions were difficult or the fishing places were inaccessible or dangerous.

Ice Fishing, do I have to say more? Just get a line, a hook and open a hole in the ice, just don't put your hand in it!

Fish Trapping is another way for fishing. There are two types of traps: the semi-permanent and the permanent. Depending on the type of fish you want to get, the traps can be several feet long to relatively short. An example is dam fishing by building a temporary dam in such a way that makes it easier to catch the fish. Other types are the tripods used in the Congo and the weir structures or baskets used in medieval times. The baskets or weir structures are built according to the fish to catch

Another "natural" way to fish, involves trained animals like cormorant, remoras and dogs.

Fishing using toxins is not a healthy way for catching fish. There are some natural toxins found in some plants, and the main idea is to paralyze the fish so you can easily catch it by hand. The fish either dies right after suffocating or later in transport. This is not only dangerous because you can get poisoned too, but it is illegal.

In my opinion, using explosives are not only dangerous for you if you don't know how to handle explosives, but also for the environment. It kills by direct hit or shockwave. The worst thing about it is that it is not selective.

Another dangerous practice is electro-fishing. It sounds like a new dance, but actually is a fishing technique that involves electricity. Depending on the type of fish, you can select the voltage (a bit of electrical knowledge would be good) to stun the fish. The problem is that you can also injure a diver and he can get really mad at you. The device is supposed to be secure for water usage since it has a dead-man-switch in case you fall in the water.

So my Padawan learner might want to get into other fishing techniques. And I hope he does as long as he doesn't blow up a lake or electrocute someone else, after all, fishing is a gentlemen’s sport based on honest effort.

Happy fishing!!!!

“Tony the Tuna” is a fishing enthusiast and a regular contributor writer for Fly-Fishing-North-America.com. If you want to learn more about fly fishing visit http://www.fly-fishing-north-america.com

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