Simple Saltwater Fishing Tips For The Beginner
June 26, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
There will always be challenges when one decides to either fish in the open sea. It is important to have patience while waiting for the fish and doing your best to catch it when it appears.
Before you start fishing you should check the State’s regulations to determine if a license is needed. It also helps to become acquainted with fishing regulations as they can vary from one state to the other.
The first thing one needs for saltwater fishing is a boat. It can range from a simple rowboat to a yacht. The size of the vessel depends on how many people will join the trip.
For people who are going to fish around the shore, a 15 foot sailboat with a cuddy forward that can serve as shelter when it rains should do the job. The boat should not be heavy, but adequately sturdy, so not to be swayed by the action of strong waves or some bumps on the beach or rocks.
When fishing, one should always try the edges of the shore first instead of plopping bait or lure in the middle of open water. This is because it will scare the other fish away. By using the shore line first, one will have a better chance of catching unsuspecting fish in the middle.
The right time to start saltwater fishing is on the ebb tide. This should be during an early time of the morning to ensure the trip will be a productive one. This will put the tide in one’s favor and if the wind is light or not fair, this will also help in going home quickly.
The best way to find the best place to start fishing is to talk with the locals where oy u are going to be fishing. They should be able to point you in the direction of the local hot spots that they know to be good fishing spots to get you started.
Many anglers who are too impatient move from one spot to another, which at times can cause you to miss a hot spot. It is advisable to cast out a couple of times before moving on using different types of bait. This should be done from the shallowest to the deepest point.
Sharks in the area can keep people from catching fish. By pouring some fish blood on a paper towel or newspaper and rolling it into a ball then casting it overboard, sharks will follow the current and leave the area increasing the chances of catching fish.
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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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