Learning to fishFishing is a great activity that can be done at any age. It’s not hard to learn how to fish, it just takes a little time and practice. In this section you can find more information and fishing tips on each step to learning how to fish. First, you should learn how to cast. Casting helps you send your lure or bait to the spot on the water where you think fish may be swimming. Next, determine which fishing techniques are best to entice the fish to bite. Lastly, once a fish is on your hook, you will need to know how to bring it safely back to the shore or your boat. Remember, before you go fishing, you need to purchase your fishing license and to check your state fishing regulations.
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HooksThe numbers that define hook sizes can be confusing, but the system is really very simple. Hook sizes are based on a nominal hook size of zero. Hook sizes with a number followed by a zero increase in size as the number goes up.
For instance a 4/0, ("four bar oh" or "four oh"), hook is one size up from a 3/0, which is one size up from a 2/0, etc. |
RodsRods come in a huge variety of lengths and types, from spinning to casting and pistol grip to straight grip. Add they vary in power, which is the stiffness of the rod, and action, which is how much of the rod bends and how fast, and you can get confused. Here is some information on how to choose a fishing rod, including links to some manufacturers and custom rod information.
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sinkersSinkers and weights are some of the most important pieces of terminal tackle in fishing "What exactly is the difference between a sinker and a weight?" you ask. One reply is that these two terms are used interchangeably in the angling community. Another response, and a common trend, is to refer to sinkers as tackle associated with live-bait fishing, and weights as tackle used with artificial lures, but of course these are not hard-and-fast rules.
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baitFor many anglers, selecting, organizing and using fishing equipment is almost as fun and interesting as actually catching fish. The many types of bait and lures, the different fishing rigs and kinds of tackle, the various fishing rods and reels – it's a huge part of what makes fishing such a great pastime and hobby. Some anglers like to experiment with new fishing equipment. Others stick to their tried-and-true favourites.
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