Interesting Bass Fishing Facts
June 7, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Bass fishing has a fascinating history. It started in the late 18th century and continues to progress until today.
It probably was originally practiced in search for food among the people in the south of the United States. Since then, it has started gaining numerous audiences of all ages and nations. Today, countries such as Australia, Cuba, South Africa, United States and most of Europe participate in this kind of event.
Timelines
- The year 1768 or 1770 represents the birth of bass fishing sports. Onesimus Ustonson introduced his first multiplying reels to the fishing gurus and lovers. It was later developed into bait caster.
- William Shakespeare Jr. materializes the production of a level wind device and secured its patent on 1897.
- The William J. Jamison Co introduced the overly ornamented Shannon Twin Spinner in 1915 and was improved to create today’s spinner baits.
- In 1932, President Franklin D. Roosevelt instituted the creation of Tennessee Valley Authority and encouraged the creation and building of numerous dams. These dams were later used for culturing different varieties of bass fishes.
- Five years later, DuPont Company filed patent for nylon fishing net, this was later developed into nylon monofilament fishing line.
- The year 1992 is one of the most glorious events in the history of bass fishing. Larry Nixon, the famous fisherman in the history of bass fishing won $1 M total earnings for this sport on this year.
Bass Fish
Several fish species that are being caught in the bass fishing events are the following:
- Micropterus salmoides (Lacepede) – Largemouth Bass
- Micropterus dolomieui – Smallmouth bass
- Micropterus punctatus – Kentucky Bass
Other species of Micropterus are also caught but one that remains popular is the Largemouth bass. However, it should be emphasized that Australian Bass are different from the above North American Bass variants although most share similar features.
Perhaps, the most robust success of Bass Fishing was in the 1950s. The popularity of the game during this period is the springboard to the development of modern fishing equipments from bass boats, rods, lines, lures and various fishing gears.
Electronic gears were also incorporated among the host of equipments bass fishers used at that time. Reels of different types, which function in hauling and hoisting, were also created.
The contribution of bass fishing industry to the US economy records $50 to $70 Billion and the number continues to grow. Statistics show that the audience base of this sport is increasing and that more and more people are getting interested in it compared to tennis and golf.
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Sport Fishing For Sharks
June 4, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
When you consider the various extreme sports shark fishing may not come to mind. However sport fishing for sharks is just about as extreme as it gets. Here are a few tips to help you understand the basics of this exciting sport.
People fish for sharks for various reasons. Some people like the thrill of actually participating. Others actually would like to catch a shark and if that’s your goal the best time to do it is in June.
The temperature is not to hot yet and you will be able to attract more sharks. If you decide to go a little later in the summer you should consider the water temperatures and find as cool of a spot as you possibly can.
Being prepared for a shark fishing trip is a must. You will need to include the proper gear and chum. You will want to choose rods and reels that can handle up to 300 pound fish or more. You will use three to five baits in the water at a time therefore you’ll need many rods and reels set up in advance.
You should use a rod that is a 50 to 80 pound class rod. Running chum is the best way to track the sharks to be prepared for the mess that leaves. Also be sure and bring a harness and safety straps so you do not fall overboard!
Sharks swim at different levels and temperatures. You want to know in advance what species of shark you are fishing for.
Keep your line out of the way and stay at the highest rock and holder on the particular side of the boat that you are fishing from. Attach your bait, attach a weight or balloon on the line, and implant it approximately 80 feet.
The second rod should go down 60 feet while resting in the trolling holder. This line is also attached to the midshipmen with a rubber band.
Your third line will be set down 30 feet with no balloon and rather free of bait. Also be sure your drags are loose so you’ll be alerted by the clicking sound of the real. If you color code your balloons it’s easier to see which one is being pulled on.
If you’re lucky enough to get a shark be ready. Sharks will be agitated and how they act once you hook one will be different.
Once you have a shark close to the boat have someone help you bring it in. You should hand wire the shark into the boat as those are sturdy and will not break.
If you are going to keep the shark gaff and rope in by its tail. Only keep it if you’re planning on eating it. Otherwise you can still get your picture taken without killing it and then release it.
William Hutchinson
HobbyFishingTips.com
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Fishing Gear: The Basics To Have Fun
May 30, 2009 by admin · 2 Comments
When it comes to fishing gear most of us are not professional fisherman. We just want to go out and have some fun and hopefully catch a few fish. Here are a few of the basics to help you do just that!
You may be able to find a nice spot to fish right on the shore of a pond or stream. If you are going out into a lake or river you may need to consider how you are going to get there and what you will use to fish from.
Some people choose to fish from a canoe. These have been around since the beginning of time. They can be adequate depending on the type of water you are on. However if you’re going out to a lake on a windy day these can be unstable and you may find yourself tipping over when you don’t want to.
A small rowboat works extremely well and you can get those without motors. These are more stable and you can stand up in them when you are casting out.
You generally will not be going out too far as you have to row out and back. f you afford it a larger boat with outboard motors are recommended if you’re going out into big lakes or broad rivers with potentially large waves.
You want to wear quality footwear when you are fishing. Hip boots are practical if you’re going to be fishing by the side of the lake. They can be pulled up or rolled down depending on what you need them to do.
If you are going to be waiting into a stream or river chest or hip waders work best. You want to pick ones that are loose because if you get them to tight they can restrict your leg motion.
Finding a good jacket is also important. You can purchase them in either short or long depending on the style of fishing you’re doing. If you are fishing in a boat or wading in shallow water you will want a long coat. If you are using chest waders short jackets work best and will not drag in the water.
You also want to select a jacket that has plenty of pockets to carry lures and other accessories you will be using. Because you will have your eyes on the water all day you want some kind of shade and a hat with the visor works well for that.
A few other basic fishing gear needs you will have include a tackle box to store you lures, hooks, line, scissors, and anything else you are bringing. By being properly stocked you will not run out of anything when you need it most.
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Fishing Gear: The Basics Of Lures Explained
May 28, 2009 by admin · 2 Comments
When it comes to fishing gear one of the most important parts to your success is using the correct lure. Let’s talk a little bit about lures and how to choose them and use them correctly.
As a general rule of thumb if you are trying to catch a fish based on their sense of smell lures will probably not work. Lures are generally used for sport fishing from a boat.
They can vary from region to region or be used for different purposes. A lure is built to look like fish prey. They usually come equipped with one or more hooks to help you catch the fish.
You attach them at the end of your fishing line and throw them out into the water trying to get the fish to bite. You can also attach them behind the boat which gives it the appearance of a living animal in the water.
Some of the different types of lures are wobblers, jigs, spinner, plugs, spoon lures, fly lures, and worms.
Jigs can be used for almost every type of fresh water or saltwater fishing. They are made of weighted metal head and have a tail made from soft plastic, animal hair, rubber or feathers. You can also attach a minnow or some piece of meat to the end of the book.
Spoon lures are made of metal. They can be cast or trolled and look similar to bait fish. Plastic lures are thought of as bait you can be used like a plastic worm when they are cast to attract more fish. Plugs are made from wood or plastic and can be used on top of the water.
Spinners are a lure made of plastic or animal hair. They come with blades that spin around a wire shaft. The spinner baits are the lures with more than one blade that spin around a safety shaft. They have skirts made of rubber, vinyl, animal hair and other materials.
Finally let’s talk about flies and poppers. These baits are primarily used for trout, panfish, and bass. Fly tying is a harder to learn so they are not going to be used as much by the average fisherman.
Choosing a lure comes from testing and finding the one that works best for you. This will take some time and trying them over and over to get used to each one. It is an individual choice and when using this type of fishing gear lures are a personal choice.
William Hutchinson
HobbyFishingTips.com
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A Few Simple Bass Fishing Tips
May 25, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Will most common types of fishing is bass fishing. Bass can be found in ponds, lakes, streams, and reservoirs. In this article we will talk about a few fishing tips in understanding the conditions in places where bass are likely to be found.
There are three main elements that must be present in the water for bass to survive. These three are food, oxygen, and cover. These variables can change including the water conditions, the water levels, the weather, and the food available for them.
Bass primarily feed on crawfish. These are easier for them to catch and are generally more available where the bass prefer to be.
However they could eat anything including mice, frogs, worms, salamanders, insects, leeches, and much more. Because they feed on such a wide variety of food it’s much easier to find them, which is why people enjoy bass fishing so much.
A basic rule of thumb to follow it is that the cooler the water the more oxygen available. Oxygen is a major thing for finding bass fish. So if you’re fishing in the spring, summer, or early fall you will find larger bass will go deeper where it is cooler and there is more oxygen in the water.
They will also go to areas that are concentrated in vegetation to find more oxygen as well. Oxygen can be found in plants, trees, stumps, and so on, which is a good place to find bass.
Cover is another important element of protection for bass. Since they are a fairly lazy fish they wait for their food come to them.
An interesting fact is bass do not have eyelids so they use cover to protect themselves from being blinded. You can also find bass in covered areas such as fencerows, pilings, docks, falling trees and anything in the water that will provide them some cover. You can even find bass in weeds or under rocks if they’re looking for additional cover.
Everyone has an opinion on what is the best way to fish and bass fishing is no different. It is been proven that certain lures and baits such as Tequila 7 inch worms with an added scent work well for catching bass. For light bait Hellgrammites are particularly effective.
One final fishing tip we want to offer on bass fishing is bass are particularly lazy. You are going to have to go after them if you expect to catch them. You can have your bait no more than 10 yards from a bass and they will not swim to get it.
These are a few fishing tips as it pertains to bass fishing. You will have to work at it and create your own luck if you expect to be successful catching bass fish.
William Hutchinson
HobbyFishingTips.com
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