Snook Fishing From Shore

A lot of people think that you have to have a boat to fish, especially to fish for snook. This is just not true. I have spent the last 5 to 6 years fishing for snook on shore. I have also fished for them in a boat, but I have found out that I am more successful when fishing for snook from shore.

The trick is to know where they will be; I have found over the years to look in the places that other people just go right by. In the summer months, for instance, when the water temperature is in the 80's, you will find a lot of snook cruising the beaches. I have watched people fishing from the beaches in hopes of catching a big snook, but they fail to realize that the snook are right in front of them. They are so focused on casting their bait as far out as they can, and the snook are only feet off the beach. I also have seen where someone is fishing on one side of a sandbar and the fish are just sitting on the other side. The truth is, these people did not do their homework. They heard somewhere that they can catch snook off the beach so they went and got some fishing gear and some bait and think that's all there is to it. If you have tried to fish for snook, you know that there is a bit more to it than that. Not to say that you won't catch one, just not on a regular basis.

In this article I hope to open your eyes some, to look a little differently at the waters around you. You may find that you have been passing up some really great fishing spots.

I'd like to show you that you can save a lot of money by fishing on shore. No more money spent on fuel, wasted time trying to find a boat launch that still has parking, or getting back tired after a long day on the water and still having to rinse the boat down and clean it.

Looking for spots

When I drive down the road I am always looking for a spot to fish. If I am driving down the beach, I'll look for vacant lots and dead end roads that have access to the water. I will look for parks that are on the water. Sometimes I'll find a place, and while I am fishing there, I'll see another good spot across the water.

Snook love structure. Bridges are a great place to fish for snook. Try to get down on the shore of a bridge, so that you can cast underneath it. Don't just cast under it either. Often, snook will be moving along the shore there also. If you can get around docks, for instance in canals, you will usually find snook.

Another place that I often search for snook is around causeways. There are mangroves along many of Florida's causeways and in between them is access to the water. These are great places to fish. Often you will find shallow water there, and guess what! Snook like shallow water. If there is a channel there also, well that's a plus. If there are mangrove islands and/or oyster beds there also, that's another plus - There is your structure.

In the wintertime move inland; again look for parks on the water, like on main rivers that dump into the gulf or ocean. Snook cannot tolerate cold water. If the temperature drops down into the low 60's they can die, so they tend to move where they know the warmer water will be. Power plants are a great place to fish; OK, since 9/11 we cannot even get close to power plants anymore, but if you look around you can find places that are close to warm water runoffs. In the winter you will find both snook and tarpon in warm water runoffs. There is a place near me called the manatee park. This is where many manatees come for the winter and yes, it has a warm water runoff. Now you cannot fish in the manatee zone, but they do have a fishing pier where you can fish and cast into the runoff just outside the park. This is also a great kayaking spot.

There are also locks on many rivers; these are also great fishing spots in the winter.

Another good thing to look for is running water. Snook like to sit and wait in a good current and let the food come to them. I have noticed that on small bridges, people just drive by thinking that there is not much water there, so there must not be any fish. But I have learned that if mullet are there, then snook have no problem being there either. Remember mullet are a primary part of their food base.

The key to all of this is to open your eyes and look at the environment. You may find a property that you know would be a great fishing spot. Try to find out who owns the property, and then call them for permission. You may even offer to help keep the lot or property clean for them, which is a small price to pay for a great fishing spot.

I have many spots I fish and tend to not stay at any one of them for very long. For one reason, I use lures and cover a lot of area in a short time. Another reason is that I don't want people to see me catching fish. They're my spots. Every spot that I like to fish is a little different than the next; this gives me a wide variety to choose from, and depending on the weather I can usually find fish.

My best day so far is over 40 snook in one day. Actually, I stopped counting at 40. All of them were caught on shore. I catch at least 2 or 3 good-sized snook every time I go out, but those are on bad days!

So to recap, there are a few things that snook prefer. Look for areas with structure (bridges, mangrove islands, oyster beds, docks, & locks), a current (even in shallow water), and schools of mullet. These will be great fishing spots. Don't limit yourself to the places that have a sign saying 'fishing allowed.'

The trick is to keep your eyes peeled for the right signs - They're out there. Just remember to respect the signs that say 'no trespassing'.

Tackle

The farther you can cast, the more coverage you will have when fishing on shore, so your setup needs to be focused on being able to make long casts. I personally use a 6 ½ - 7' rod (Shimano Compre), with medium-heavy to heavy action. Always use a good spinning reel (I use the Shimano Symetre 4000FJ), with 15 to 20 pound Power Pro line and 30 lbs fluorocarbon leader tied directly to the braided line. You do not want your leader to be over 2 feet long because it will drag the front of your plug down. Shorten the leader until your plug remains buoyant when retrieving it.

Whether your preference is lures or bait, you have many options to choose from that work well when fishing for snook.

If you're going to fish with live bait, pinfish, greenbacks, finger mullet and large shrimp are snook favorites. I have even had success on the beach using chunks of ladyfish. Keep in mind that snook have great eyesight and the littlest thing will spook them, so try not to use floats or weights.

Personally, I like to use lures, especially top water plugs like Hedden Super Spooks. These lures make a lot of noise, and seem to make the snook want to destroy it. Another good choice is the DOA shrimp, but color will be a factor. The current water temperature and types of bottom where you are fishing will determine the color that the shrimp should be.

I recently started using a new lure from Strike King called the 3X ZTOO. It is a soft bait that has salt imbedded into it. I tried this bait on a cold morning when the snook were stacked up, but not touching anything that I threw at them. I tossed one of these out, not expecting much, but to my surprise I pulled 5 snook out of this one hole in less than 30 minutes. Then the tide stopped and the snook moved on, but it made a poor fishing day turn out to be good.

Always try to use a lip grip when you catch snook. The less you have to touch them (or any larger fish for that matter) the better their odds are for survival. When they are not in season, pinch the barbs on your hooks. You may lose a fish now and then, but the damage you cause them will be greatly decreased by doing this. This will help ensure that the big ones are out there for years to come, healthy and hungry!

I hope that this article helps open your eyes to new fishing opportunities. There are a lot of fantastic untouched fishing areas that are only accessible by land. So get out and go fishing, and don't forget to teach our next generation this great sport!

Randy Laukshtein is an avid Snook fisherman and co-creator of the Florida Fresh & Saltwater Fishing site. http://www.FLFreshAndSaltwaterFishing.com

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Spinnerbait Fishing

Spinnerbaits look a lot like a buzzbait except the big difference is the blade. Spinnerbaits have a different type of blade. There's also different types of spinnerbait blades. Spinnerbaits can be used right under the surface in shallow water, where the buzzbait is meant for top water only. Alot of people like spinnerbaits for shallow water but I prefer to just use a buzzbait or other top water baits. Otherwise I'll use an inline spinnerbait.

Inline spinnerbaits - are great, especially if your from the mid-west like me and come across alot of vegetation. They are more weedless. They are great for fishing in shallow water.

Types of Spinnerbait Blades / Picking size and color of spinnerbait along with the type :

Willow leaf blade spinnerbait - When the water is clear, and on sunny days I like to use chartreuse skirt, or white baits. Silver is a good option also. It's a narrower blade. This design gives off a lot of flash, very little vibration and little lift. I will use a smaller spinnerbait probably less than 1/2 ounce in clear water. Even if the water is clear at night from the moon. The willow leaf blades spin the fastest and have little lift. They are best for deeper water that's relatively clear. I will also use a larger spinnerbait. Either 1/2 ounce or 3/4 ounce. When I'm fishing deeper water, say if I'm casting to about 20 feet of water and off the backside of a weedbed I'll let it go to the bottom. My favorite way to retrieve my spinnerbait in this case would be to bounce it off the bottom until retrieved, or reel it in pretty slow hopefully bumping any cover that might be down there. When your bouncing it off the bottom you'll often get strikes when it's falling back down. You can also go up to the spot and try bouncing it off the bottom vertical too. The bigger the blade the slower you are able to retrieve.

You can have many different colors and some different styles to the blades.. I like just a plain silver or a brass colored one.

- You can use a double bladed willow leaf for even more flash. You may want to use a smaller spinnerbait in clear water.

The Colorado Blade - has alot of vibration is wider, and has good lift. This blade is the loudest. They're good for murky water. When fishing murky water, deep where it's dark, or at night use darker lures. This is good for cloud cover too.

Indiana Blade - This spinnerbait has flash and vibration. They spin quicker than a colorado blade, making more flash. I'd use these lures when I'm concentrating more on flash. The design of the Indiana blade makes it easier to go through vegetation. They have more of a teardrop look than the rounder colorado blade.

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Crappie Fishing Tips, Check Out These Amazing Fishing For Crappie! What a Ride

These days there is way too much emphasis put on the way that we look. There has been a lot of controversy recently regarding super thin models and whether they are a bad example for young girls who watch them.

In fact, some believe that these incidents might inadvertently cause people who are losing weight to become overanxious. As a result, they may look for quick fix which may not be appropriate.

Before we begin, we need to recognize that weight loss can be a challenging process but with proper planning and preparation, they can help to ensure that the journey to a better body is much smoother. Proper preparation could include setting realistic goals with deadlines. These goals can be small as it does not really matter. What is important is that they should motivate you to keep moving.

For those who are seeking to remove some extra weight, here are five top ways that can help you lose weight fast correctly.

1. Slimming pills are the rage presently. While some of them can produce the results they claim, we should not be overly dependent on them. For them to work most effectively, you need to watch your diet. There is no such thing as a miracle pill that will help you slim down if you insist on eating unhealthily.

2. That said, diets put on a fast track will also not work. Such crash diet although can help you lose weight immediately will not help you keep your excess pounds away. Before you know it, you will gain them all back. So if you are going on a diet, do not be tempted to get a quick fix. Have a sensible diet that provides you with all the nutrients you need.

3. Healthy eating habit is a must. To lose weight and keep the healthy weight there, you need to eat healthy, nutritious foods. This is definitely not going to be easy when your body has been used to eating unhealthy foods. Fortunately, your body learns fast and sooner than later, your body will be well adjusted to the new diet and you will be feeling much better.

4. Regular exercises is strongly encouraged. Having exercise added into your daily routines can help you lose fat faster and will give you more energy. This is because your body is working optimally. Do not fall into the trap thinking that exercises has to be strenuous and boring. A simple twenty minutes work out for at 4 to 5 times a week will do wonders.

5. Plenty of water and sufficient sleep are another major fat loss strategy. Reports have shown that having enough water can help to keep the body system in tip top condition and at the same time reduce the food cravings you have. Sleeping well can help your weight loss efforts. Studies show that the lack of sleep can slow down body metabolism and make you feel hungry more often. That is not good news to your weight loss plan.

Do bear in mind that there is no miracle pill for losing weight. It is a time wasting endeavor should you insist on seeking out those quick fix solutions.

Most people who embarked on an unsuccessful weight loss campaign usually has themselves to blame. They kept going from one plan to another, hoping to get a better deal. Do not become victim of such foolishness. Design your own plan and keep to it. Make use of the tips mentioned above in your design.

Losing weight need not be rocket science. Most of time, it all boils down to basics- good nutrition, exercise and well-being. Plan well and put your plans into action. Before you know it, you will have the body and health you aspire.

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Carp Fishing - Robin Red Bait Secrets For Winter and Spring!

Few carp anglers have never heard of the world famous carp bait additive called Robin Red which has been an enormously important bait ingredients for both homemade and ready made baits for decades. Find out more about how to exploit this wonder bait here...

Although Robin Red is the original formula from Haiths in the UK, it is also sold through so many fishing bait companies around the world it is quite staggering and sometimes copies are made (but then how do you make a copy when the actual formula has never been released?) Among Haiths famous products applied to or designed for carp fishing as opposed to just bird raising are these: Robin Red, Red Factor, Prosecto Insectivorous, Nectarblend, Red Band, Carpticle Mix, Super Red, Hempseed, Soft bill, and Multi Mix. Anglers have been involved in the designing of some of these products to help fellow anglers really get the best from them as baits and in baits with good mutually beneficial reasons; Rod Hutchinson is one such leading light.

Robin Red is a legendary additive and has been known to transform poor catch results instantly. Many of the bird food items mentioned previously have been incorporated into bird food based baits and have been ideal having such digestible and open textures to deliver the stimulation and attraction in baits extremely efficiently. Genuine Robin Red is available from many bait companies but my advice is before you go buying loads, get a small sample from hinders first and them you will be better placed to judge if a bait company product is at least near to the real thing, is the real thing or an outright fake; but only your actual fishing results on each of these will truly tell you what is best to use of course!

So many commercial ground baits and readymade boilies and pellets contain Robin Red that it may be that using a homemade bait without it means your personal unique homemade bait is the only bait that does not contain it at your water! Using a bait with very low levels or even no Robin Red can even work in your favour as carp might well regard it as an indicator of potential danger these days on pressured carp waters. In doing further research on this product you will discover ways to incorporate known components of it into your baits and make your bait effective while avoiding using robin Red itself...

You can apply Robin Red to any boilie, pellet, ground bait, fake or live bait etc as it will penetrate and even dye red most things. Dampening it with Ccmoore red Venom will make Robin Red seriously ideal for neat PVA product use or when using method mixes, sod and stick mixes etc with Robin Red in... Liquid Red Venom is a great partner for the very granular Robin Red and both are outstanding for all year round uses and applications (and especially winter-time...)

The formula of Robin Red is secret but what it does to fish is not! Certainly Robin Red is confirmed by Hinders as not containing Carophyll red pigment, but what about other bioactive pigments, such as cantaxanthin? How many carp have been observed to turn a reddish colour at fisheries where Robin Red is applied regularly in even moderate levels; this has made many of my winter fish look amazing!

Why not save yourself a fortune in bait costs and try making your own homemade baits for the first time using a mix of semolina, soya flour with added Robin Red? Try boosting your pellets by just adding water and adding neat Robin Red and mixing thoroughly; this will cloud the water very red too, (wash your red hands after use!) One easy to use product incorporating Robin Red is Haiths Super Red which can be used neat in PVA products and contains the following:

In Super Red is Robin Red, Red Factor, crushed hemp, aniseed oil, crushed tiger nuts, Carpticle mix, peanut granules and teasel seeds. This sounds really good, but this is just one combination of many you can formulate yourself to save yourself a fortune and maximise your catch results; so now read on to find out more on car bait secrets and ebooks, how to save a fortune and catch loads more big carp...

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Spring Crappie Fishing

How to locate Spring Crappie

Spring crappie fishing is great when you can locate where the crappie are at this time of the year. The spring crappie fishing season kicks off with water temperatures are at 70 degrees or better, this time of year there is a lot of things going on with crappie, some are starting to spawn, others are hungry and are starting their spring feeding patterns. With the water temperatures starting to rise, so is their metabolism and the crappie are getting frisky. You may ask yourself where they will be on the lake. One place to look is around shallow flats with either standing timber or moss beds going all the way to the back of coves, secondary and even main lake points with hydrilla or milfoil, this is what makes spring crappie fishing so good. The water temperatures allow them to hide in abundant cover. All of these spots are excellent choices during spawn time and you can throw anything from ¼ oz to ½ oz spinnerbaits, small lipped crankbaits to little roadrunners or beetle spins with white tails. Usually you can pick up some nice spring crappie fishing areas in 2 to 10 foot of water.

To find where crappie are staying in deeper waters you will need a boat with a depth finder to find brush piles in 13 to 25 foot of water to experience some fantastic spring time crappie fishing. Some of the best places to look will be at the tips of secondary points, these are points that are the next point from the main lake point itself and these brush piles are in 25 foot of water. You can catch these spring crappie fishing vertically, you will use anything from crappie jigs, beetle spins to live medium size minnows. Look for creek bends that are ½ way back into coves with standing timber, this will be another place that crappie will stage. When coves have timber that breaks off and sinks to the bottom, rains come the currents in the creek pushes it up in the creek bends and creates excellent cover for great spring crappie fishing.

The next spot for spring crappie fishing we will head for the submerged bridges and bridges with pylons. These pylons hold a lot of structure over the years with willows, cedar trees or oak tree tops that local fishermen have dropped and anchored with concrete. This structure can be in depths of 18 to 45 feet of water, the reason for this is when water temperatures increase the crappie will go deeper because crappies comfort zone is 75 degrees. So in August and September they can be as deep as 35 to 40 feet deep, so trying to locate crappie in those deep water haunts can be difficult, and this is another reason spring crappie fishing can be so much fun.

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Trout Fishing in Small Rivers & Streams

Of the hundreds of types of fishing available to anglers, there is none more enjoyable to me than trout fishing is small rivers and streams. To me, standing in a flowing river, trying to catch a fish is a spiritual experience. Being in nature, practicing my craft is as good as it gets, and one of the only times that I feel close to that power many people call God. Yep, trout fishing is small rivers and streams could be called my "church", and I attend services quite often.

In this article I'm going to outline some of the tips and techniques that have helped me catch trout is small rivers and streams for more than 25 years. Some of these fishing tips were taught to me by my mentor (the best trout angler I've ever known) and some were learned through my own experience. In any case, now you can learn them in one quick article and begin using then to your advantage.

One other quick point before I begin. There is no "fishing tip" that will make you a better trout angler like practice. The key is to spend time on the water implementing any "tips" you learn. In other words, nothing will help your trout fishing success like spending time on the water practicing your craft. The more time you can spend on the water, the better.

When it comes to trout fishing in small rivers and streams the first thing to keep in mind is the size of your line. You always want to use fishing line that's as light as possible. I've always used four pound test monofilament. Four pound test is light enough to not be seen by the trout underwater, and strong enough to land most any trout that you'll ever hook. Some people use line as light as two pound test, but I've always found two pound test to thin to use effectively. The bottom line is to always use line that's as light as possible when trout fishing is small rivers and streams.

Your rod and reel should be matched to your light line as well. This means using ultra light rods and reels. The action of your rod and reel (which is this case is ultra light) is determined by the letters "UL". These letters will be printed on the rods and reels themselves, as well as listed in the description of the item. Always use ultra light rods, reels, and light line when fishing for trout in small rivers and streams.

The next thing to consider is the type of hooks you employ. When trout fishing in flowing water, one of the most effective baits is live bait, and anytime live bait is employed, gang hooks should be employed as well. This is especially true when worms (either live or synthetic) are employed. Gang hooks are the most natural way to present worms as bait, which makes a very big difference in bite rates. This fishing tip will serve you well for many years to come.

All of these tips are extremely important when trout fishing is small rivers and streams. As a matter of fact, these tips are effective for any fish that swims in these types of waterways from smallmouth bass to walleye to trout to name just a few. Now get out there and go and attend a church service as soon as you can.

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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Fall Crappie Fishing

How to locate Spring Crappie

Spring crappie fishing is great when you can locate where the crappie are at this time of the year. The spring crappie fishing season kicks off with water temperatures are at 70 degrees or better, this time of year there is a lot of things going on with crappie, some are starting to spawn, others are hungry and are starting their spring feeding patterns. With the water temperatures starting to rise, so is their metabolism and the crappie are getting frisky. You may ask yourself where they will be on the lake. One place to look is around shallow flats with either standing timber or moss beds going all the way to the back of coves, secondary and even main lake points with hydrilla or milfoil, this is what makes spring crappie fishing so good. The water temperatures allow them to hide in abundant cover. All of these spots are excellent choices during spawn time and you can throw anything from ¼ oz to ½ oz spinnerbaits, small lipped crankbaits to little roadrunners or beetle spins with white tails. Usually you can pick up some nice spring crappie fishing areas in 2 to 10 foot of water.

To find where crappie are staying in deeper waters you will need a boat with a depth finder to find brush piles in 13 to 25 foot of water to experience some fantastic spring time crappie fishing. Some of the best places to look will be at the tips of secondary points, these are points that are the next point from the main lake point itself and these brush piles are in 25 foot of water. You can catch these spring crappie fishing vertically, you will use anything from crappie jigs, beetle spins to live medium size minnows. Look for creek bends that are ½ way back into coves with standing timber, this will be another place that crappie will stage. When coves have timber that breaks off and sinks to the bottom, rains come the currents in the creek pushes it up in the creek bends and creates excellent cover for great spring crappie fishing.

The next spot for spring crappie fishing we will head for the submerged bridges and bridges with pylons. These pylons hold a lot of structure over the years with willows, cedar trees or oak tree tops that local fishermen have dropped and anchored with concrete. This structure can be in depths of 18 to 45 feet of water, the reason for this is when water temperatures increase the crappie will go deeper because crappies comfort zone is 75 degrees. So in August and September they can be as deep as 35 to 40 feet deep, so trying to locate crappie in those deep water haunts can be difficult, and this is another reason spring crappie fishing can be so much fun.

A lot more valuable information can be found at http://www.FishingForCrappie.com.

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Your Guide to Bass Fishing Tackles

If you like to spend a lazy weekend afternoon out on the lake with nothing but a cooler full of drinks and your trusty fishing rod for company, then this is the guide for you. Here we'll go over some of the most common tackle used in bass fishing.

Bass fishing as I am sure you aware, is not just recreational it can also be very competitive. In actual fact the competitive aspect of bass fishing has increased in popularity over the years. Bass fishermen commonly use flies, spinner lures, plastic worms, and floating lures. The flies that bass fishermen use today started out as derivatives of salmon and trout flies, but have been refined to work specifically for bass.

Spinner lures work much like their name suggests- they spin when they are reeled in, creating movement that attracts the attention of any nearby bass. The goal is simple, attract the fish and get that bite.

Plastic worms, far less messy than their real counterparts, can be infused with scents to further entice the fish. Floating lures stay near the surface to catch any stragglers that like to stay near the water line.

Bass fishing can be a relaxing hobby, perfect to spend a little time with friends, or just on your own. The information in this article is meant to give a general idea of some of the equipment used in bass fishing. The real key to successful when it comes to bass fishing lies in understanding the bass fish itself, once you get to know its habits you will put yourself in a lot better position to be able to catch it.

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Buying Basic Fishing Gear For Beginners

Basic fishing gear for beginners need not cost the earth or be terribly hard to find. Now that we are in the information age, it is easier than ever for potential fishermen to do a bit of research and avoid making a bad purchase. It is also easier to find equipment which will give the fisherman a satisfying experience, as technology has developed to solve many of the problems inherent in early equipment. Much of the fishing gear which is suitable for skilled, experienced fishermen can be glanced at and then forgotten, because there has been plenty of fishing gear manufactured with the beginner in mind.

The largest expense, and the most difficult choice, will be in selecting the fishing rod. Fishing rods vary considerably, and it's important to buy one that is a good match for the type of fishing that is planning.
It is also important to consider the practical element of transportation, because many fishing rods are now available in two parts. Although some degree of sensitivity and control is sacrificed, it is minimal, and will certainly not be noticed by a beginner.

A beginner should start with a graphite fishing rod. Graphite combines lightness with an inherent strength, making the rod much easier for a beginner to handle, yet offering a degree of insurance against breakage. The main variables of a fishing rod are weight, size and the way the rod casts the line. Starting with a medium weight rod is a good idea, because it gives you the opportunity of experimenting. You can always add a second rod later if you choose to specialize in an area which is better suited by a heavy of light rod. Any angler can break a rod at some point in their life, so do consider carefully rods which come with a lifetime warranty.

The fishing reel and fishing line are the other essential basic fishing gear for beginners which need consideration. The first vital point with a reel is to consider whether you are going to be fishing in salt water. If you are, please make sure that the reel is protected from salt water. There will be an extra expense for this, but this will be far less than having to replace the reel because the salt water has damaged it. It is also important for a beginner to choose a rod which has a synthetic or cork drag system. Keeping pressure on the fish with hand only should be left until you have more experience.

The fishing line is considered by many to be the most important part of the purchase, even more so than the rod or reel. A decent quality line can still work well even on a cheaper road and reel set up. If you are on a budget, it is recommended that you spend whatever money you have ensuring you have a quality line, even if it means having to manage with a cheaper rod or reel. A good quality line will make your fishing experience far more likely to be pleasurable, and should be the top priority when choosing basic fishing gear for beginners.

Before you look for fishing gear at your local discount store, you might want to read some tips about buying fishing gear online. If you need more help finding just the right fishing gear for you, head over to Fishing Gear 101.

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Fly Fishing With Dry Trout Flies

There are many types of trout flies; dry flies normally have a high success rate and are favored by fishermen because they are easy to use. Dry flies float atop the water and are meant to imitate adult insects. Generally, it is simple to fool a trout using dry flies as long as you follow some basic steps.

Probably the most important rule to follow when fly fishing with dry trout flies is to make sure that you do not have drag on your line. You want your fly to lay atop the stream's water in a natural way; if you have drag, you could cause the fly to float either faster or slower than the current of the stream. The fly will then create wake and the illusion of realism will be tarnished. Make sure that you are allowing the fly to flow in harmony with the current so that you can fool the fish and hopefully get a bite.

You will probably have the most success with using dry flies if you are casting upstream and allowing the fly to float naturally back down to you. When performing this method, it is recommended that you cast somewhat diagonally so that your line doesn't spook the fish by floating overtop them. Casting downstream or across stream can be done if there is a particular spot you are aiming for. Applying a paste dressing to your dry trout flies will help them to float high on the water.

Make sure you are aware of the eating habits of the trout in the stream where you are going to fish so that you can select the best flies for the habitat. Dry flies are meant to impersonate adult insects, so they will obviously be a great choice in streams with trout that feed on this type of insect. A good way to mimic the hatching of insects is to cast your fly into the same location several times in a row.

Whatever methods you employ, as long as you are using the best fly for the environment and avoiding drag, you should set yourself up for catching many lunkers!

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