Are you having trouble getting a fish to take your lure? Is fishing just not as enjoyable for you when you’re not catching anything? This happens to everyone sometimes yet the answer is really easy. Read on to find some tips and techniques which will help you fix whatever problem plagues you.
If you are using shad as bait when bottom fishing, you should remove the tail of the shad before putting it on the hook. You can prevent your bait from doing anything weird like spinning. In addition to this, the scent from the cut tail releases a scent that will draw fish to the bait.
If you are looking at taking up fishing as a new hobby,the first thing you need to do is to invest in a quality grade rod and reel combination. Buying bad quality equipment will only discourage the fishing process if it breaks; however, it is not important that you buy the stop of the line to start with either.
When fishing, sit in a location for at least 30 minutes before giving up. In many cases, you need to give the scent of your bait time to travel and you need to give the fish in the water time to locate your line. If you don’t wait at least 30 minutes for this to happen, you might miss out on some great catches.
Just because the sun is not beating down on your shoulders does not mean that you should forgo sunblock during your fishing trips. A lot of times, the sun shining down on water causes a glare, and you will want to be able to avoid a sunburn while you sit.
Make time to check your fishing line on a regular basis to make sure that it has not frayed, knotted or kinked. If it is then cut away the offending piece and then re-knot it onto the lure. You do not want to be reeling in a fish only to have the line snap.
If you are fishing on a river, you must understand that there is going to be a current that you must follow. Rivers are broken down into several pockets of fish, where you should position yourself to catch the highest volume. Positioning your boat in an area that is calm will help maximize your results.
Observe all proper safety precautions when you fish out of a boat. Wear a life jacket at all times, and make sure you understand how to wear and use it properly. Exercise as much caution as possible. You or someone with you should be thoroughly familiar with the safe operation of your boat.
Don’t fight with fish that you want to throw back. Fighting the fish can cause injury. If you cannot reel the fish in, let it go instead of taking the risk of killing it.
Now are you ready to get back into your boat, water or on the shoreline and catch some fish? What you’ve read should have given you the confidence you need, in the fact that you now have the knowledge to go back out and enjoy your hobby again, so be sure to get fishing!
