Want To Catch More Fish?

Boat fishing is both a testing and rewarding experience. There are many tricks that can help you catch more fish during your trip. Catching fish is great fun and everyone wants to catch bigger fish and more of them. Following are numerous tips and tricks that will help you get more fish next time you are out on the water in your boat.

The first rule of fishing is to obtain the correct equipment. A rod no longer than 6 foot is ideal and having some reels is also a cheap and reliable idea. Rods should be purchased bearing in mind the fishing you will be undertaking but the trusty egg beater is a great beginners and allrounder package. Before you even start you should make sure you have some hooks, swivels, a knife, good quality line, sinkers, fish pliers and a tackle box.

The bait you use should be aimed towards the species you will be trying to catch. Always buy bait that looks fresh and be sure to keep it chilled until you need to use it. Always try to purchase a few different kinds of bait so you have some variety when you are out on the water. Depending on which fish you are chasing you could also carry along some lures. It is best to be prepared and bring along a variety of baits and lures as once you are out on the water it is pretty hard to get any more.

Try to approach your fishing site as slow as possible. You do not want to scare off the fish before your lines even reach the water. Once you reach your fishing destination you should throw in some berley to encourage fish to come towards you. Get your lines ready by using as small a sinker as possible and target your rigs as to the species of fish you will be aiming for. Once done you are now ready to get the lines in the water and start fishing

Once your lines are in the water you should be patient and feel for any bites. Once you receive a bite it is a good idea to strike back on the rod or reel to try to set the hook in. If this is not successful then try it again or try pulling back a bit later after the fishes initial bite. Setting the hook is an art not a science so always experiment doing it at different times.

When you get a fish on your line you need to begin to reel it in. Always aim to keep the line tight to prevent the fish from spitting the hook out. If you are fishing with a rod you should pull the rod up and reel in as the rod goes back parallel to the water. Remember to never point the rod at more than a 45 degree angle as this may cause it to break. Take your time to reel the fish in and dont get to carried away.

Using a net will help you get the fish out of the water. Most fish get lost when you try to pull them onboard so a net will prevent these losses from happening. Pliers will also help you to remove the hook from the fish. If you do not intend to keep the fish that you have just caught it is vital to get it back into the water as quickly as possible. All fish are coated with oil so minimal handling ensures they have maximum chance of survival.

The above is a good guide of catching fish but before you catch them you need to find them. You should look for darker water, with a ranging array of ocean bottom. Using a fish finder or GPS will also help you find steep cliffs and drop off's where fish like to locate. Give each location you try a good go but if you have no luck try changing spots. Try looking for where other boats are fishing and try next to them but remember to keep an acceptable distance away from their exact spot.

So keep these fishing tips in your head and get out there and have a go. Keep reading and asking questions to find out as much about fishing as you can. All good fishermen and women learnt how to fish from somewhere so don't be afraid to keep learning more.

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