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I have tried making lures before but must admit the having the right professional knowledge makes it a lot easier.
The key elements of wooden lure making to get you started on a fun hobby.
You will learn of the best woods for lure making and where to get it.
Sources of all lure components you will need are listed in the ebook as well as insight on the best components for certain types of lures.
The basic tools needed for making wooden top water lures are all listed here plus info on how to use them.
Painting your lures can be a daunting task. You will learn the best coating materials and how to apply them.
The best paint for a base coat and how to apply it.
You will learn of the best paints for the color coats, where to get them and how to use them to make beautiful wooden lures.
The job is not done until a good clear coat is applied. You will learn of some great clear coats and how to apply them.
You will learn how to use an airbrush to paint wooden lures plus money saving tips on air compressors.
What types of lure eyes work well, how to position them on the lures, and where do I get the eyes. All of this and more on lure eyes are in the ebook. You will learn how to make a jig for drilling eye holes in exactly the same place on lure after lure.
How to use masking sheets for painting unique patterns on your wooden lures and which masking tape/sheet is the best to use.
You will learn how simple it is to paint scale patterns on wooden lures and where to get the needed materials.
For certain types of lures the use of a good wood sealer is critical. You will learn of sealers that are easy to use and very effective.
If you have ever attempted to make a popper mouth with hand carving methods or even a Dremel tool; you will marvel at how easy it is to make perfectly shaped and uniform popper mouths of all sizes. You will learn of the tools needed and exactly how to use them.
Thru-Wire constuction of any size or style of lure is so easy when you use the right tools. You will learn how easy it is and the tools to use.You can use this construction technique for needlefish, swimmers, top waters for muskie fishing, or for any lure or style you like. If you have wondered how they drill a straight hole thru an 8 inch long lure; you will learn how to do it
With what you will learn here you will be able to make your own saltwater striper lures. You will learn how to make flat nosed or round nose Danny style swimmer lures. You will learn how to cut consistent lip slots from one lure to the next.
A difficult task of making thru- wire construction lures is the tail wrap of the wire. You will learn of the tool you need and how to use it to get perfect tail wraps even when using the large .062 SS wire.
Lure components for thru-wire constructed lures can be hard find. You will learn the best sources.
Many of the processes on lure making in this ebook are illustrated with color pictures.
Kermett Adams the author of the ebook on how to make wooden lures is an avid fisherman and lure maker. Additional assistance with your lure making efforts is just an email away.
This ebook is available for instant download. Within minutes from now you can be started on a great new hobby that can be almost as much fun as catching big bass!!
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Thursday, December 17, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tips for Archery Fishing
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Also known as Bow fishing, this is a sport wherein a fisherman uses archery equipment to fish.
A regular hunting bow can be used for fishing by simply attaching a reel to the front of the bow grip.Archery fishing is especially favored by regular hunters when regular game like deer are off season.
This way they can continuously hone their skills for whatever season it may be.
Before engaging in archery fishing, one must first take into consideration the following:
1. A fisherman must be duly licensed. Some states require that an individual have a state license to fish.
2. Equipment. Most states have a predetermined set of approved equipment for archery fishing.
3. Archery Safety Course. Still, some states require that an individual go through an approved safety course for archery fishing to ensure that the individual is well versed with the proper safety precautions and information regarding applicable laws in fishing.
4. Seasons. Bow fishing in some states can only be done in certain seasons. This is to allow the fish to spawn.
5. Species of fish. Some states have rules forbidding archery fishing for some species of fish.
The following skills are necessary for an individual to obtain and practice:
Knot tying. Though it may seem like a simple task, tying knots that will not slip (line for the arrow) are crucial in bow fishing.
Tuning. Tuning is making sure that the bow is at its best working condition. To ensure this, one has to continuously adjust the rest and calibrate the nock.For a faster tuning process, one may shoot a regular bow-fishing arrow (without the tip) onto a target made of cardboard.
Marksmanship or targeting. Bow fishing and bow hunting, though similar on some aspects, really do differ on many things.
Arrows for bow fishing are heavier, have larger arrow tips and, the most obvious one, has a string attached to the arrow.
And since fish are shot in the water, resistance differs as when compared to shooting in the air (for bow hunting of games)
There are various methods or ways of archery fishing. This includes the following:
1. Still hunting. A fisherman selects a place by the lake in which he would wait for passing fish to shoot its bow at.
2. Stalking. This can be done on foot or while on a boat. One is in constant motion in an attempt to locate fish.
3. Ambush. Fish that are best ambushed are the ones that are spawning since they tend to crowd thus increasing chances of target.
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
Tips for fishing for salmon in Alaska
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Alaska is known as one of the most bountiful areas with salmon, and is ideal for fishing trips.
Alaska is known as one of the most bountiful areas with salmon, and is ideal for fishing trips.
This is because of extreme tides along the West Coast and the gush of ocean currents that create an environment ideal for the breeding of thousands of baitfish.
It is also known as one of the best places to go if one wants to fish for giant King Salmon, the largest specie of salmon fish.
The best way to catch these giant salmon (in saltwater) is through trolling or by angling a baited line drawn into the water.
Fishing for giant King Salmon can be a year round activity (especially in Seward). The most sought-after species of salmon are the following:
1. The King Salmon (Chinook) are the largest of all these species. Its weight averages between 20-40 pounds, the heaviest recorded of which is 112 pounds, and can be as long as 3-4".
It has a blue-green back that is lightly spotted.The average life span of a Chinook Salmon is about five to seven years.Its flesh can range in color from ivory white to a deep red.Common names for this specie of salmon include tyee, springs, mouth/kings quinnat and tule.
2. Silver Salmon (Coho) on the other hand is slightly smaller with an average weight of 8-12 pounds.
This specie prefers small streams in which to spawn between the months of July to November.
3. Sockeye salmon, on the other hand, are the most sought-after of its entire species because its flesh has a color of deep red and it has a firm rich flavor.
In fishing for salmon in Alaska, one has to be well equipped with the right equipment (and donned with the appropriate apparel).
Listed below are some of the needed equipment/materials and tips for hassle-free fishing:
1. You must be clad in layers of warm clothes (not necessarily bulky ones as it can hinder in the fishing activity).
2. Over these everyday clothes, a waterproof overall, boots and bibs are likewise necessary to ensure that one would stay dry since after a hook-up, some fish may resist with maximum struggles.
3. Fleet or cruisers that offer services for fishing are usually stocked with bait.
4. A guide on board a cruiser ensures that even amateur fishermen will enjoy the activity by providing crash-lessons onboard.
They usually hook the bait for the guest and inform the party as to where specific species of fish may thrive for selective fishing.
Fishing for salmons in Alaska is known as one of the most bountiful areas with salmon, and is ideal for fishing trips.
This is because of extreme tides along the West Coast and the gush of ocean currents that create an environment ideal for the breeding of thousands of baitfish.
It is also known as one of the best places to go if one wants to fish for giant King Salmon, the largest specie of salmon fish.
The best way to catch these giant salmon (in saltwater) is through trolling or by angling a baited line drawn into the water.
They usually hook the bait for the guest and inform the party as to where specific species of fish may thrive for selective fishing.
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Monday, September 14, 2009
More on Fishing rods
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Fishing rods come in a huge variety of lengths and types, from spinning fishing rods to casting fishing rods and fishing rods vary in power, which is determined by the stiffness of the rod, and the action, by which the rod bends and how fast.
There are a variety of things that you should be considering when you need a new fishing rod, so here are a few great tips that can help you pick out the types of fishing rods for your needs. With these top tips, you'll be able to make a wise choice when choosing the types of fishing rods you need.
Judging by stone inscriptions, fishing rods go back to ancient egypt, china, greece, rome and medieval england, where they were called "angles" (hence the term "angling" as a synonym for fishing).
Prior to widespread availability of synthetic materials, such as fiberglass and graphite composites, fishing rods were typically made from split tonkin bamboo, calcutta reed, or ash wood, as it was necessary that they be made light, tough, and pliable.
Modern design and fabrication techniques, along with advanced materials such as graphite and boron composites have allowed rod makers to tailor both the shape and action of fishing rods for greater casting distance, accuracy, and fish-fighting qualities.
Today, fishing rods are identified by their weight (meaning the weight of line or lure required to flex a fully-loaded rod) and action (describing the location of the maximum flex along the length of the rod).
If you are fishing for a bargin on fishing rods and reels from fly fishing rods and reels to bass and saltwater fishing rods and reels then you might want to consider buying a quality used fishing rods and reels.
Most people often only use their fishing rods and reels a few times before simply storing them in a closet. The savings you can gain especially in these times from buying a used fishing rods and reels can help save just a bit your bank account and allow you to even pick up some need bait.
There are a lot of great fly fishing rods on the market right now and each has their different advantages.
You have wide arsenal of weapons and fishing rods, baits and methods of fishing in this fishing tackle box.
Telescopic fishing rods are designed to collapse down to a short distance and open to a long rod. Telescopic fishing rods are made from the same materials as conventional one or two piece rods.
Various grade eyes available in conventional rods are also available in telescopic fishing rods. Care for telescopic fishing rods is much the same as other rods.
Experts and beginners can use popular fibreglass fly fishing rods in most fishing conditions.
The durable material usually stands up to wear better than graphite fly fishing rods.
Graphite fly fishing rods are more expensive than fibreglass and lightweight graphite fly fishing rods typically allow more accurate casting.
Slow-action fly fishing rods have the most bend, making them difficult for beginners to control, but offer the greatest accuracy for short-range casting.
Medium-sized fly fishing rods between eight and nine feet provide the action, casting control, and strength you'll need.
Beginners find medium-action fly fishing rods easy to handle.Fast-action fly fishing rods are stiff fast-action that rods bend at the end of the rod and do not have a lot of give.
When people think about ultralight fishing rods, they typically assume a 4ft long piece of radio antenna that couldn't reel in a fiesty trout let alone a decent bass or catfish.
The ultralight fishing rods that I love to use are the 6foot 6inch models, and the 7feet long rods. Again, distance and backbone plays the biggest role in the ultralight fishing rods.
Long ultralight fishing rods cast small baits extremely far distances.
One should use short fly fishing rods measuring less than eight feet in tight fishing situations where trees, bushes, stream size, or other objects will restrict your movement. Shorter rods generally have less action than longer fly fishing rods because they generate less torque when casting and reeling.
Large fly fishing rods: measuring more than nine feet make the ideal choice for longer casting and pursuing big-game fish. Surf casting fishing rods tend to be a little heavier and longer than inland rods so that they can cast past the breaking surf.
Whatever option you choose always make sue that you are properly outfitted with the right saltwater fishing rods
Fishing rods made for surf fishing are typically made to resist corroding from the salt water, which is something your fresh water rod and reel may not be suited for.
Saltwater fishing rods are one part of your equipment that you don't want to get wrong. In the same way as other types of rods, saltwater fishing rods have to be extremely strong as they take on the weight of a fish at many unusual angles.
However, saltwater fishing rods have to take on even more pressure and weight, because saltwater fish are much heavier than river fish.To find the right saltwater fishing rods you need to do a bit of research.
Custom fishing rods can be found on most boats, whether fishing in tournaments or for pleasure.
Fishing rods are also very expensive so you are going to want to make sure that the rod you select is the right one for you.
Proper storage of your fishing rods will allow them to last longer and stay in better condition.
Proper storage for fishing rods is important if they are to be kept in good conditionor the tips can be easily snapped off, line can become tangled, and pets and children can wreak havoc on casually-stored rods.
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Fishing rods come in a huge variety of lengths and types, from spinning fishing rods to casting fishing rods and fishing rods vary in power, which is determined by the stiffness of the rod, and the action, by which the rod bends and how fast.
There are a variety of things that you should be considering when you need a new fishing rod, so here are a few great tips that can help you pick out the types of fishing rods for your needs. With these top tips, you'll be able to make a wise choice when choosing the types of fishing rods you need.
Judging by stone inscriptions, fishing rods go back to ancient egypt, china, greece, rome and medieval england, where they were called "angles" (hence the term "angling" as a synonym for fishing).
Prior to widespread availability of synthetic materials, such as fiberglass and graphite composites, fishing rods were typically made from split tonkin bamboo, calcutta reed, or ash wood, as it was necessary that they be made light, tough, and pliable.
Modern design and fabrication techniques, along with advanced materials such as graphite and boron composites have allowed rod makers to tailor both the shape and action of fishing rods for greater casting distance, accuracy, and fish-fighting qualities.
Today, fishing rods are identified by their weight (meaning the weight of line or lure required to flex a fully-loaded rod) and action (describing the location of the maximum flex along the length of the rod).
If you are fishing for a bargin on fishing rods and reels from fly fishing rods and reels to bass and saltwater fishing rods and reels then you might want to consider buying a quality used fishing rods and reels.
Most people often only use their fishing rods and reels a few times before simply storing them in a closet. The savings you can gain especially in these times from buying a used fishing rods and reels can help save just a bit your bank account and allow you to even pick up some need bait.
There are a lot of great fly fishing rods on the market right now and each has their different advantages.
You have wide arsenal of weapons and fishing rods, baits and methods of fishing in this fishing tackle box.
Telescopic fishing rods are designed to collapse down to a short distance and open to a long rod. Telescopic fishing rods are made from the same materials as conventional one or two piece rods.
Various grade eyes available in conventional rods are also available in telescopic fishing rods. Care for telescopic fishing rods is much the same as other rods.
Experts and beginners can use popular fibreglass fly fishing rods in most fishing conditions.
The durable material usually stands up to wear better than graphite fly fishing rods.
Graphite fly fishing rods are more expensive than fibreglass and lightweight graphite fly fishing rods typically allow more accurate casting.
Slow-action fly fishing rods have the most bend, making them difficult for beginners to control, but offer the greatest accuracy for short-range casting.
Medium-sized fly fishing rods between eight and nine feet provide the action, casting control, and strength you'll need.
Beginners find medium-action fly fishing rods easy to handle.Fast-action fly fishing rods are stiff fast-action that rods bend at the end of the rod and do not have a lot of give.
When people think about ultralight fishing rods, they typically assume a 4ft long piece of radio antenna that couldn't reel in a fiesty trout let alone a decent bass or catfish.
The ultralight fishing rods that I love to use are the 6foot 6inch models, and the 7feet long rods. Again, distance and backbone plays the biggest role in the ultralight fishing rods.
Long ultralight fishing rods cast small baits extremely far distances.
One should use short fly fishing rods measuring less than eight feet in tight fishing situations where trees, bushes, stream size, or other objects will restrict your movement. Shorter rods generally have less action than longer fly fishing rods because they generate less torque when casting and reeling.
Large fly fishing rods: measuring more than nine feet make the ideal choice for longer casting and pursuing big-game fish. Surf casting fishing rods tend to be a little heavier and longer than inland rods so that they can cast past the breaking surf.
Whatever option you choose always make sue that you are properly outfitted with the right saltwater fishing rods
Fishing rods made for surf fishing are typically made to resist corroding from the salt water, which is something your fresh water rod and reel may not be suited for.
Saltwater fishing rods are one part of your equipment that you don't want to get wrong. In the same way as other types of rods, saltwater fishing rods have to be extremely strong as they take on the weight of a fish at many unusual angles.
However, saltwater fishing rods have to take on even more pressure and weight, because saltwater fish are much heavier than river fish.To find the right saltwater fishing rods you need to do a bit of research.
Custom fishing rods can be found on most boats, whether fishing in tournaments or for pleasure.
Fishing rods are also very expensive so you are going to want to make sure that the rod you select is the right one for you.
Proper storage of your fishing rods will allow them to last longer and stay in better condition.
Proper storage for fishing rods is important if they are to be kept in good conditionor the tips can be easily snapped off, line can become tangled, and pets and children can wreak havoc on casually-stored rods.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop.
See you there.
For ideas on arts and crafts don’t forget to visit http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Or Visit http://tinyurl.com/ncfl8c
Don’t miss the free gifts at the end of the page. Just scroll down to the bottom of the page and help yourself.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Fishing rods
Thereare several fishing products in a fishing tackle box and on the market today but some fishing enthusiasts say that a fishing rod is one of the top fishing secrets.
Fishing rods have characteristics that are not typical of the more primitive split cane rods. Modern fishing rods contain reels, which aid in the retrieval of fish caught.
Types of fishing rods and Specifications.A typical fishing rod measures 6 and 16 feet (2 and 5 m) and vary in capability to tolerate strain while fishing.
The length of the fishing rod has a lot to do with withstanding force exerted by the fish to the fishing rod and determines for the most part the performance of rods used for angling.
Split Cane fishing rods are one of the smallest and less sophisticated fishing rods in fishing.
It is usually made of bamboo or other elastic material with the most basic line attached to it
.Unlike other more complex fishing rods, split cane fishing rods do not usually contain reels or its equivalent to be used for reeling in or retrieving fish caught on bait.
Graphite fishing rods are the most popular today. They can be used either for heavyweight or lightweight fish although they were proven best for trout, walleye and bass fish. They vary in measurements from 5 and 7 feet (1.5 and 2.5 m).
Spinning fishing rods are commonly used in bass fishing competition accounting for their flexibility and tolerance to stress. They accommodate bigger and tougher fishing lines and stabilize them to avoid line tangles during uncoiling of float lines.
You could miss the big one so take your time when selecting tackle from your fishing tackle box
Jigging fishing rods.These rods are best for heavy fishing lures and baits especially when reaching around 150 to 200 feet under the ocean surface. They are made of fine, solid materials which accounts to their heaviness.
The use of jigging fishing rods is specifically due to alternating currents while fishing. Some oceans have erratic undersea currents and that is why the bait and fishing lines should be kept in place.
Fishing lures are also disturbed and cause confusion among fish if the lines are not long and heavy enough to with stand and tolerate water currents under the sea.
These rods are best for target fishes usually found dwelling at the bottom of the sea.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop.
See you there.
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com/
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Fishing rods have characteristics that are not typical of the more primitive split cane rods. Modern fishing rods contain reels, which aid in the retrieval of fish caught.
Types of fishing rods and Specifications.A typical fishing rod measures 6 and 16 feet (2 and 5 m) and vary in capability to tolerate strain while fishing.
The length of the fishing rod has a lot to do with withstanding force exerted by the fish to the fishing rod and determines for the most part the performance of rods used for angling.
Split Cane fishing rods are one of the smallest and less sophisticated fishing rods in fishing.
It is usually made of bamboo or other elastic material with the most basic line attached to it
.Unlike other more complex fishing rods, split cane fishing rods do not usually contain reels or its equivalent to be used for reeling in or retrieving fish caught on bait.
Graphite fishing rods are the most popular today. They can be used either for heavyweight or lightweight fish although they were proven best for trout, walleye and bass fish. They vary in measurements from 5 and 7 feet (1.5 and 2.5 m).
Spinning fishing rods are commonly used in bass fishing competition accounting for their flexibility and tolerance to stress. They accommodate bigger and tougher fishing lines and stabilize them to avoid line tangles during uncoiling of float lines.
You could miss the big one so take your time when selecting tackle from your fishing tackle box
Jigging fishing rods.These rods are best for heavy fishing lures and baits especially when reaching around 150 to 200 feet under the ocean surface. They are made of fine, solid materials which accounts to their heaviness.
The use of jigging fishing rods is specifically due to alternating currents while fishing. Some oceans have erratic undersea currents and that is why the bait and fishing lines should be kept in place.
Fishing lures are also disturbed and cause confusion among fish if the lines are not long and heavy enough to with stand and tolerate water currents under the sea.
These rods are best for target fishes usually found dwelling at the bottom of the sea.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop.
See you there.
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com/
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Monday, September 7, 2009
A campfire.
We find something fascinating about flames and glowing coals, so a campfire is usually an agreeable (and warm) way to pass the time from dusk to bedtime, particularly for those in a pensive mood.
Whether it's a family camping trip or a survival situation, a campfire can be both enjoyable and a necessity.
When you are out in the wilderness, it is a custom and tradition to build a campfire.
The first order of business when building a campfire is to choose a suitable location.
If using a campfire spot others have previously used, make use of any "charred wood" left behind- it will burn in your fire, and will decrease the amount of logs you will need to gather and burn.
A certain degree of skill is needed to properly build a campfire, to keep it going, and to see that it is properly extinguished. Take advantage of both natural and man-made tinder to start a campfire. A Hatchet, axe or saw, are all useful for cutting firewood for a campfire.
Starting a campfire can be an easy task, only if you follow the basic guidelines.
Never start a fire without making sure the conditions are safe for one, if the weather has been dry and the grass is brittle, do not have a campfire and only build a campfire where camping fire regulations allow.
Any boy scout will tell you (and they're right about this) that the better technique for a campfire is the "teepee"-style fire.
It is sad though that some campers have managed to turn a campfire into a wildfire.
A campfire made using twigs, pine cones and kindling. To make a campfire using the teepee technique, you will place your large logs in a teepee shape - vertical and leaning inward so that their top ends meet in the center.
Though a campfire must breathe, it also must catch.
It might sound simple but starting a campfire can be extremely tricky, especially if you are a beginner.
A campfire with colored flames,is made by burning a garden hose in a copper pipe.
By the time we are grown, you'd think most of us would be certified experts in knowing how to build a campfire.
Do not build a campfire in hazardous or dry conditions or if the campground rules prohibit it. Prepare a campfire and let it burn down to hot coals.
Cooking food using a campfire can be tricky, and many campers prefer to use a portable stove instead. The techniques for cooking on a campfire are no different than those used for everyday cooking.
Many campers rely on a stove for their cooking needs as they boast several advantages over cooking over a campfire. Since most camping stoves have an adjustable heat source, they can be much easier to use than a campfire.
Individuals who are backpacking in an area that allows the gathering of firewood may decide to cook on a campfire to avoid the need to carry extra equipment; however, most campfire cooking is done in campgrounds.
Campers relying on the use of a campfire do not have to carry the extra weight of a cook stove and may rely on a campfire to reduce their pack weight.
The final step to start a campfire is, of course, to light it.
Possibly the simplest method of cooking over a campfire and one of the most common is to roast food on long skewers that can be held above the flames.
A campfire tripod is a great solution for many of your camping cooking needs. Therefore, a campfire tripod is really one of the best "all-purpose" camp cooking supplies you can have!
Grills over a campfire are used in the same way as ordinary charcoal barbeques.
A marshmallow is skewered on the end of a long stick (or metallic skewer) and held just above a campfire until its outer surface starts to brown.
A banana boat is a traditional campfire treat consisting of a banana cut lengthwise and stuffed with marshmallow and chocolate, then wrapped in aluminum foil and cooked in the embers left over from a campfire.
However, I have lost fewer hot dogs and hamburgers to a grill than to a campfire.
A billycan, more commonly known simply as a billy or occasionally as a billy can, is a lightweight cooking pot which is used on a campfire or a camping stove.
Everyone loves a campfire and some of my best times have been and are around a campfire kicking back with my friends.
Though I usually think of county fairs and carnivals when I smell kettle corn, I don't see why it can't also be considered a campfire treat, especially when it's already a little different from what you'd get at a concession stand.
There's a lot less extraneous chatter in a campfire chat than there is in a typical meeting.
One night, a group of travellers sit around a campfire and a master newsteller, accompanied by his apprentice, tell stories and the ones worth mentioning are for example.
While on the march with his army one winter, Alexander the Great was sitting by a campfire, watching the army as it marched by and another one.
The muppets get stranded in the desert, and as night falls they sit around a campfire.
Another depicts a seemingly disheartened swagman, sitting by a campfire sadly brooding over his misfortune and they deliberate on the options and opportunities that possably await him.
In the hunter's blades trilogy, innovindil and her partner tarathiel notice a pair of dwarves around a campfire in their home, moonwood.
There is always a campfire with a meaningful discussion and an opportunity for the campers to thank each other for small favors during the day or actions that meant a lot to them.
Many a friday evening campfire was capped off with tim Todd's rendition of a campfire story about a floating campfire that floats out on the lake and is enjoyed, not by campers sitting on logs, but by paddlers in boats!
He also describes his adventures when seeking out a campfire, during his travels, and when he was cold and hungry.
Being burned figuratively by a campfire is bad enough; don't let yourself be burned literally.
Summary: put out a campfire completely and make sure that the coals on the bottom have cooled.
Never leave a campfire unattended.
A campfire may burn out of control in two basic ways: on the ground or in the trees so please always be viligent and careful whenever around a fire.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop. See you there. http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Whether it's a family camping trip or a survival situation, a campfire can be both enjoyable and a necessity.
When you are out in the wilderness, it is a custom and tradition to build a campfire.
The first order of business when building a campfire is to choose a suitable location.
If using a campfire spot others have previously used, make use of any "charred wood" left behind- it will burn in your fire, and will decrease the amount of logs you will need to gather and burn.
A certain degree of skill is needed to properly build a campfire, to keep it going, and to see that it is properly extinguished. Take advantage of both natural and man-made tinder to start a campfire. A Hatchet, axe or saw, are all useful for cutting firewood for a campfire.
Starting a campfire can be an easy task, only if you follow the basic guidelines.
Never start a fire without making sure the conditions are safe for one, if the weather has been dry and the grass is brittle, do not have a campfire and only build a campfire where camping fire regulations allow.
Any boy scout will tell you (and they're right about this) that the better technique for a campfire is the "teepee"-style fire.
It is sad though that some campers have managed to turn a campfire into a wildfire.
A campfire made using twigs, pine cones and kindling. To make a campfire using the teepee technique, you will place your large logs in a teepee shape - vertical and leaning inward so that their top ends meet in the center.
Though a campfire must breathe, it also must catch.
It might sound simple but starting a campfire can be extremely tricky, especially if you are a beginner.
A campfire with colored flames,is made by burning a garden hose in a copper pipe.
By the time we are grown, you'd think most of us would be certified experts in knowing how to build a campfire.
Do not build a campfire in hazardous or dry conditions or if the campground rules prohibit it. Prepare a campfire and let it burn down to hot coals.
Cooking food using a campfire can be tricky, and many campers prefer to use a portable stove instead. The techniques for cooking on a campfire are no different than those used for everyday cooking.
Many campers rely on a stove for their cooking needs as they boast several advantages over cooking over a campfire. Since most camping stoves have an adjustable heat source, they can be much easier to use than a campfire.
Individuals who are backpacking in an area that allows the gathering of firewood may decide to cook on a campfire to avoid the need to carry extra equipment; however, most campfire cooking is done in campgrounds.
Campers relying on the use of a campfire do not have to carry the extra weight of a cook stove and may rely on a campfire to reduce their pack weight.
The final step to start a campfire is, of course, to light it.
Possibly the simplest method of cooking over a campfire and one of the most common is to roast food on long skewers that can be held above the flames.
A campfire tripod is a great solution for many of your camping cooking needs. Therefore, a campfire tripod is really one of the best "all-purpose" camp cooking supplies you can have!
Grills over a campfire are used in the same way as ordinary charcoal barbeques.
A marshmallow is skewered on the end of a long stick (or metallic skewer) and held just above a campfire until its outer surface starts to brown.
A banana boat is a traditional campfire treat consisting of a banana cut lengthwise and stuffed with marshmallow and chocolate, then wrapped in aluminum foil and cooked in the embers left over from a campfire.
However, I have lost fewer hot dogs and hamburgers to a grill than to a campfire.
A billycan, more commonly known simply as a billy or occasionally as a billy can, is a lightweight cooking pot which is used on a campfire or a camping stove.
Everyone loves a campfire and some of my best times have been and are around a campfire kicking back with my friends.
Though I usually think of county fairs and carnivals when I smell kettle corn, I don't see why it can't also be considered a campfire treat, especially when it's already a little different from what you'd get at a concession stand.
There's a lot less extraneous chatter in a campfire chat than there is in a typical meeting.
One night, a group of travellers sit around a campfire and a master newsteller, accompanied by his apprentice, tell stories and the ones worth mentioning are for example.
While on the march with his army one winter, Alexander the Great was sitting by a campfire, watching the army as it marched by and another one.
The muppets get stranded in the desert, and as night falls they sit around a campfire.
Another depicts a seemingly disheartened swagman, sitting by a campfire sadly brooding over his misfortune and they deliberate on the options and opportunities that possably await him.
In the hunter's blades trilogy, innovindil and her partner tarathiel notice a pair of dwarves around a campfire in their home, moonwood.
There is always a campfire with a meaningful discussion and an opportunity for the campers to thank each other for small favors during the day or actions that meant a lot to them.
Many a friday evening campfire was capped off with tim Todd's rendition of a campfire story about a floating campfire that floats out on the lake and is enjoyed, not by campers sitting on logs, but by paddlers in boats!
He also describes his adventures when seeking out a campfire, during his travels, and when he was cold and hungry.
Being burned figuratively by a campfire is bad enough; don't let yourself be burned literally.
Summary: put out a campfire completely and make sure that the coals on the bottom have cooled.
Never leave a campfire unattended.
A campfire may burn out of control in two basic ways: on the ground or in the trees so please always be viligent and careful whenever around a fire.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop. See you there. http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Friday, September 4, 2009
A campfire.
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We find something fascinating about a campfire,flames and glowing coals, so a campfire is usually an agreeable (and warm) way to pass the time from dusk to bedtime, particularly for those in a pensive mood.
Whether it's a family camping trip or a survival situation, a campfire can be both enjoyable and a necessity.
when you are out in the wilderness, it is a custom and tradition to build a campfire.
The first order of business when building a campfire is to choose a suitable location.
If using a campfire spot others have previously used, make use of any "charred wood" left behind- it will burn in your fire, and will decrease the amount of logs you will need to gather and burn.
A certain degree of skill is needed to properly build a campfire, to keep it going, and to see that it is properly and extinguished. Take advantage of both natural and man-made tinder to start a campfire.
A Hatchet, axe or saw, are all useful for cutting firewood for a campfire.
Starting a campfire can be an easy task, only if you follow the basic guidelines.
Never start a fire without making sure the conditions are safe for one, if the weather has been dry and the grass is brittle, do not have a campfire and only build a campfire where camping fire regulations allow.
Any boy scout will tell you (and they're right about this) that the better technique for a campfire is the "teepee"-style fire.
It is sad though that some campers have managed to turn a campfire into a wildfire.
A campfire is made using twigs, pine cones and kindling. To make a campfire using the teepee technique, you will place your large logs in a teepee shape - vertical and leaning inward so that their top ends meet in the center.
Though a campfire must breathe, it also must catch.
It might sound simple but starting a campfire can be extremely tricky, especially if you are a beginner
A campfire with colored flames,is made by burning a garden hose in a copper pipe.
By the time we are grown, you'd think most of us would be certified experts in knowing how to build a campfire.
Do not build a campfire in hazardous or dry conditions or if the campground rules prohibit it. Prepare a campfire and let it burn down to hot coals
Cooking food using a campfire can be tricky, and many campers prefer to use a portable stove instead. The techniques for cooking on a campfire are no different than those used for everyday cooking
Many campers rely on a stove for their cooking needs as they boast several advantages over cooking over a campfire. Since most camping stoves have an adjustable heat source, they can be much easier to use than a campfire.
Individuals who are backpacking in an area that allows the gathering of firewood may decide to cook on a campfire to avoid the need to carry extra equipment; however, most campfire cooking is done in campgrounds.
Campers relying on the use of a campfire do not have to carry the extra weight of a cook stove and may rely on a campfire to reduce their pack weight.
The final step to start a campfire is, of course, to light it.
Possibly the simplest method of cooking over a campfire and one of the most common is to roast food on long skewers that can be held above the flames.
A campfire tripod is a great solution for many of your camping cooking needs. Therefore, a campfire tripod is really one of the best "all-purpose" camp cooking supplies you can have!
Grills over a campfire are used in the same way as ordinary charcoal barbeques.
A marshmallow is skewered on the end of a long stick (or metallic skewer) and held just above a campfire until its outer surface starts to brown.
A banana boat is a traditional campfire treat consisting of a banana cut lengthwise and stuffed with marshmallow and chocolate, then wrapped in aluminum foil and cooked in the embers left over from a campfire.
However, I have lost fewer hot dogs and hamburgers to a grill than to a campfire.
A billycan, more commonly known simply as a billy or occasionally as a billy can, is a lightweight cooking pot which is used on a campfire or a camping stove.
Everyone loves a campfire and some of my best times have been and are around a campfire kicking back with my friends.
Though I usually think of county fairs and carnivals when I smell kettle corn, I don't see why it can't also be considered a campfire treat, especially when it's already a little different from what you'd get at a concession stand.
There's a lot less extraneous chatter in a campfire chat than there is in a typical meeting.
One night, a group of travellers sit around a campfire and a master newsteller, accompanied by his apprentice tell stories, and the ones worth mentioning are for example.
While on the march with his army one winter, Alexander the Great was sitting by a campfire, watching the army as it marched by and another one.
The muppets get stranded in the desert, and as night falls they sit around a campfire.
Another depicts a seemingly disheartened swagman, sitting by a campfire sadly brooding over his misfortune and they deliberate on the options and opportunities that possably await him.
In the hunter's blades trilogy, innovindil and her partner tarathiel notice a pair of dwarves around a campfire in their home, moonwood.
There is always a campfire with a meaningful discussion and an opportunity for the campers to thank each other for small favors during the day or actions that meant a lot to them.
Many a friday evening campfire was capped off with Tim's rendition of a campfire story about a floating campfire that floats out on the lake and is enjoyed, not by campers sitting on logs, but by paddlers in boats! He also describes his adventures when seeking out a campfire, during his travels, and when he was cold and hungry.
Being burned figuratively by a campfire is bad enough; don't let yourself be burned literally.
Summary: put out a campfire completely and make sure that the coals on the bottom have cooled. Never leave a campfire unattended.
A campfire may burn out of control in two basic ways: on the ground or in the trees so please always be viligent and careful whenever around a fire.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop. See you there. http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
..
We find something fascinating about a campfire,flames and glowing coals, so a campfire is usually an agreeable (and warm) way to pass the time from dusk to bedtime, particularly for those in a pensive mood.
Whether it's a family camping trip or a survival situation, a campfire can be both enjoyable and a necessity.
when you are out in the wilderness, it is a custom and tradition to build a campfire.
The first order of business when building a campfire is to choose a suitable location.
If using a campfire spot others have previously used, make use of any "charred wood" left behind- it will burn in your fire, and will decrease the amount of logs you will need to gather and burn.
A certain degree of skill is needed to properly build a campfire, to keep it going, and to see that it is properly and extinguished. Take advantage of both natural and man-made tinder to start a campfire.
A Hatchet, axe or saw, are all useful for cutting firewood for a campfire.
Starting a campfire can be an easy task, only if you follow the basic guidelines.
Never start a fire without making sure the conditions are safe for one, if the weather has been dry and the grass is brittle, do not have a campfire and only build a campfire where camping fire regulations allow.
Any boy scout will tell you (and they're right about this) that the better technique for a campfire is the "teepee"-style fire.
It is sad though that some campers have managed to turn a campfire into a wildfire.
A campfire is made using twigs, pine cones and kindling. To make a campfire using the teepee technique, you will place your large logs in a teepee shape - vertical and leaning inward so that their top ends meet in the center.
Though a campfire must breathe, it also must catch.
It might sound simple but starting a campfire can be extremely tricky, especially if you are a beginner
A campfire with colored flames,is made by burning a garden hose in a copper pipe.
By the time we are grown, you'd think most of us would be certified experts in knowing how to build a campfire.
Do not build a campfire in hazardous or dry conditions or if the campground rules prohibit it. Prepare a campfire and let it burn down to hot coals
Cooking food using a campfire can be tricky, and many campers prefer to use a portable stove instead. The techniques for cooking on a campfire are no different than those used for everyday cooking
Many campers rely on a stove for their cooking needs as they boast several advantages over cooking over a campfire. Since most camping stoves have an adjustable heat source, they can be much easier to use than a campfire.
Individuals who are backpacking in an area that allows the gathering of firewood may decide to cook on a campfire to avoid the need to carry extra equipment; however, most campfire cooking is done in campgrounds.
Campers relying on the use of a campfire do not have to carry the extra weight of a cook stove and may rely on a campfire to reduce their pack weight.
The final step to start a campfire is, of course, to light it.
Possibly the simplest method of cooking over a campfire and one of the most common is to roast food on long skewers that can be held above the flames.
A campfire tripod is a great solution for many of your camping cooking needs. Therefore, a campfire tripod is really one of the best "all-purpose" camp cooking supplies you can have!
Grills over a campfire are used in the same way as ordinary charcoal barbeques.
A marshmallow is skewered on the end of a long stick (or metallic skewer) and held just above a campfire until its outer surface starts to brown.
A banana boat is a traditional campfire treat consisting of a banana cut lengthwise and stuffed with marshmallow and chocolate, then wrapped in aluminum foil and cooked in the embers left over from a campfire.
However, I have lost fewer hot dogs and hamburgers to a grill than to a campfire.
A billycan, more commonly known simply as a billy or occasionally as a billy can, is a lightweight cooking pot which is used on a campfire or a camping stove.
Everyone loves a campfire and some of my best times have been and are around a campfire kicking back with my friends.
Though I usually think of county fairs and carnivals when I smell kettle corn, I don't see why it can't also be considered a campfire treat, especially when it's already a little different from what you'd get at a concession stand.
There's a lot less extraneous chatter in a campfire chat than there is in a typical meeting.
One night, a group of travellers sit around a campfire and a master newsteller, accompanied by his apprentice tell stories, and the ones worth mentioning are for example.
While on the march with his army one winter, Alexander the Great was sitting by a campfire, watching the army as it marched by and another one.
The muppets get stranded in the desert, and as night falls they sit around a campfire.
Another depicts a seemingly disheartened swagman, sitting by a campfire sadly brooding over his misfortune and they deliberate on the options and opportunities that possably await him.
In the hunter's blades trilogy, innovindil and her partner tarathiel notice a pair of dwarves around a campfire in their home, moonwood.
There is always a campfire with a meaningful discussion and an opportunity for the campers to thank each other for small favors during the day or actions that meant a lot to them.
Many a friday evening campfire was capped off with Tim's rendition of a campfire story about a floating campfire that floats out on the lake and is enjoyed, not by campers sitting on logs, but by paddlers in boats! He also describes his adventures when seeking out a campfire, during his travels, and when he was cold and hungry.
Being burned figuratively by a campfire is bad enough; don't let yourself be burned literally.
Summary: put out a campfire completely and make sure that the coals on the bottom have cooled. Never leave a campfire unattended.
A campfire may burn out of control in two basic ways: on the ground or in the trees so please always be viligent and careful whenever around a fire.
When you get back join me at my woodworking and craft workshop. See you there. http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
..
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Tying your own fly fishing flies
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One of the most enjoyable parts of fly fishing could be tying your own flies.
While they are readily available for sale pre-made in many stores, when you take the time to tie your own, you can make the flies look even more realistic than those you can buy in a store.
Fly tying isn't as difficult as it might first seem.
You need to have some basic tools such as a fly vice, scissors, pliers, and thread.
The equipment you use can make all the difference in quality work and shoddy work.
The goal is to make your flies look as identical to a fish's food source as is humanly possible.
You can find supplies for tying in various places. Besides the vice, scissors, and pliers, you will want to have on hand the following items:
- Hooks of various shapes and sizes - Different colors and gauges of thread - Fur from animals such as mink or fox - Feathers from pheasants and peacocks - Craft cement
Precision is the key to accurate fly tying. You should start out with a picture of the fly you are trying to replicate.
You can find pictures of may flies, caddis flies, and other natural food sources in many places on the Internet. Once you have a picture, just get materials that will mimic the look and try to duplicate it.
Start out by wrapping thread around your hook and then add fur and feathers as you go securely tying them to the hook. As you go, you will continue to add materials until you achieve the look you are going for.
Of course, there's a little more to it than that, but that is the general idea.
You can take classes on how to tie your own flies and you can even find instructional videos online.
When you start taking an interest in fly fishing, it's best to stick with the pre-made flies, but as you gain more experience, you will want to start experimenting around with different lures to bring the fish to your line.
Tying your own flies can be a great way to bring you more and more into the fly fishing experience.
It certainly isn't for everyone as you need to have a lot of patience when you are tying flies.
It doesn't always come easy, but once you learn the basic techniques, you will probably find a new hobby that gives you some great joy!
About the AuthorFind tips about ground cherry, growing artichokes and other information at the Gardening Central website.
For interesting items to make on a bad fishing day visit
http://tinyurl.com/ncfl8c
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One of the most enjoyable parts of fly fishing could be tying your own flies.
While they are readily available for sale pre-made in many stores, when you take the time to tie your own, you can make the flies look even more realistic than those you can buy in a store.
Fly tying isn't as difficult as it might first seem.
You need to have some basic tools such as a fly vice, scissors, pliers, and thread.
The equipment you use can make all the difference in quality work and shoddy work.
The goal is to make your flies look as identical to a fish's food source as is humanly possible.
You can find supplies for tying in various places. Besides the vice, scissors, and pliers, you will want to have on hand the following items:
- Hooks of various shapes and sizes - Different colors and gauges of thread - Fur from animals such as mink or fox - Feathers from pheasants and peacocks - Craft cement
Precision is the key to accurate fly tying. You should start out with a picture of the fly you are trying to replicate.
You can find pictures of may flies, caddis flies, and other natural food sources in many places on the Internet. Once you have a picture, just get materials that will mimic the look and try to duplicate it.
Start out by wrapping thread around your hook and then add fur and feathers as you go securely tying them to the hook. As you go, you will continue to add materials until you achieve the look you are going for.
Of course, there's a little more to it than that, but that is the general idea.
You can take classes on how to tie your own flies and you can even find instructional videos online.
When you start taking an interest in fly fishing, it's best to stick with the pre-made flies, but as you gain more experience, you will want to start experimenting around with different lures to bring the fish to your line.
Tying your own flies can be a great way to bring you more and more into the fly fishing experience.
It certainly isn't for everyone as you need to have a lot of patience when you are tying flies.
It doesn't always come easy, but once you learn the basic techniques, you will probably find a new hobby that gives you some great joy!
About the AuthorFind tips about ground cherry, growing artichokes and other information at the Gardening Central website.
For interesting items to make on a bad fishing day visit
http://tinyurl.com/ncfl8c
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Monday, August 31, 2009
A Sailing Adventure
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This unique Fishing tackle box used by fishermen includes various articles to collect for your fishing tackle box. After work on Friday I thought I would take my fishing tackle box, a cup of coffee and find a quiet spot to scratch around and find an article about sailing.
Lets go back in time to 18th century .
Escape from the stresses of the 21st century and enjoy an experience of sailing as it was long ago.
I when at sea a sailor was kept fully employed; he worked watch and watch, four hours on and four hours off, and in a sailing ship there was usually plenty to do.
At times it was also necessary to call up the watch below to give aid in shortening sail.
Authorities differ as to the amount of work done in harbour. Some say that a man had little or nothing to do. Some say he was kept fully employed, being turned out at 6am, if not earlier, to scrub decks and thereafter employed at drills until piped down at 8 or 9 pm.
It is probable that this picture applies more to the Victorian Navy than to that of a century earlier, but on a sailing ship there must always have been much refitting to be done.
And now let’s go sailing.
“But he, being a man well expearienced in the navigation of those seas, bids us all to prepare agains a storm…..Finding it was likely to overblow, we took in our sprit-sail, and stood by to hand the fore-sail; but making foul weather, we looked the guns were all fast, and handed the mizen.
The ship lay broad off, so we thought it better spooning before the sea, than trying or hulling. We reeft the fore-sail and set him, we hauled after the fore-sheet; the helm was hard a weather.
The ship wore bravely. We belayed the fore-downhaul; but the sail was split, and we hauled down the yard, and got the sail into the ship, and unbound all the thing clear of it.It was a very fierce storm; the sea broke strange and dangerous.
We hauled off upon the lanyard of the whipstaff, and helped the man at the helm. We would not get down our top-mast,but let all stand,because she scudded before the sea very well,and we knew that the top-mast being aloft,the ship was the wholesomer,and made better way through the sea,seeinig we had sea room .
When the storm was over, we set fore-sail and main-sail.and brought the ship to;then we set the mizen,main-top-sail and the fore-top-sail.
Our course was east-north-east.the wind was at south-west.
We got the starboard tacks aboard.we cast off our weather-braces and lifts; We set in the lee-braces,and hauled foreward by the weather-bowlings,and hauled them tight,and belayed them,and hauled over the mizen tack to windward, and kept her full and by as near as she would lie.”
Quoted from A Voyage to Brobdingnag by Captain Lamuel Gulliver(1727)
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This unique Fishing tackle box used by fishermen includes various articles to collect for your fishing tackle box. After work on Friday I thought I would take my fishing tackle box, a cup of coffee and find a quiet spot to scratch around and find an article about sailing.
Lets go back in time to 18th century .
Escape from the stresses of the 21st century and enjoy an experience of sailing as it was long ago.
I when at sea a sailor was kept fully employed; he worked watch and watch, four hours on and four hours off, and in a sailing ship there was usually plenty to do.
At times it was also necessary to call up the watch below to give aid in shortening sail.
Authorities differ as to the amount of work done in harbour. Some say that a man had little or nothing to do. Some say he was kept fully employed, being turned out at 6am, if not earlier, to scrub decks and thereafter employed at drills until piped down at 8 or 9 pm.
It is probable that this picture applies more to the Victorian Navy than to that of a century earlier, but on a sailing ship there must always have been much refitting to be done.
And now let’s go sailing.
“But he, being a man well expearienced in the navigation of those seas, bids us all to prepare agains a storm…..Finding it was likely to overblow, we took in our sprit-sail, and stood by to hand the fore-sail; but making foul weather, we looked the guns were all fast, and handed the mizen.
The ship lay broad off, so we thought it better spooning before the sea, than trying or hulling. We reeft the fore-sail and set him, we hauled after the fore-sheet; the helm was hard a weather.
The ship wore bravely. We belayed the fore-downhaul; but the sail was split, and we hauled down the yard, and got the sail into the ship, and unbound all the thing clear of it.It was a very fierce storm; the sea broke strange and dangerous.
We hauled off upon the lanyard of the whipstaff, and helped the man at the helm. We would not get down our top-mast,but let all stand,because she scudded before the sea very well,and we knew that the top-mast being aloft,the ship was the wholesomer,and made better way through the sea,seeinig we had sea room .
When the storm was over, we set fore-sail and main-sail.and brought the ship to;then we set the mizen,main-top-sail and the fore-top-sail.
Our course was east-north-east.the wind was at south-west.
We got the starboard tacks aboard.we cast off our weather-braces and lifts; We set in the lee-braces,and hauled foreward by the weather-bowlings,and hauled them tight,and belayed them,and hauled over the mizen tack to windward, and kept her full and by as near as she would lie.”
Quoted from A Voyage to Brobdingnag by Captain Lamuel Gulliver(1727)
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Surf fishing
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Let's deal with surf fishing and all that goes with this unique form of angling.
Surf fishing anglers come in all varieties, but can be just as fanatical as any other anglers.
Because surf fishing is a very specialized type of fishing it requires some very specialized tackle. Surf fishing is possible on any almost any coast worldwide.
If you don't have a boat, and you want to be exposed to the possibility of some really large fish, try surf fishing.
Surf fishing is the sport of catching fish standing on the shoreline or wading in the surf. A general term, surf fishing may or may not include casting a lure or bait, and refers to all types of shore fishing - from sandy and rocky beaches, rock jetties, or even fishing piers.
The terms surf casting or beach casting refer more specifically to surf fishing from the beach by casting into the surf at or near the shoreline. Basic surf fishing can be done with a fishing rod between seven and twelve feet long equipped with a suitably-sized spinning or conventional casting fishing reel.
There are hundreds of different lures effective for surf fishing, such as spoons, plugs, soft plastics and jigs.
Most can be purchased from local bait and tackle shops, online tackle retailers, at fishing tackle expositions or specialized surf fishing catalogs and directly from here.
Surf fishing is done often at night to follow the nocturnal feeding habits of many target species.
Much surf fishing is done in rough whitewater surf conditions.
Although the term "beach buggy" may be applied to special vehicles for transportation on sand, 4x4 trucks and suv's with deflated tires are more often used in surf fishing.
The purchase of a surf fishing permit enables individuals to drive onto the beach for a great day of fishing. Surf fishing is both a popular recreational activity for beach-goers, and also a recognized sport.
It is important for an angler to know the best bait to use for surf fishing, as different baits have different strengths and weaknesses. The best bait to use when surf fishing for pompano, which are best fished for in calmer weather when the waves are not too rough, is shrimp.
Cut squid, shrimp, and fish all represent some of the best bait to use for surf fishing.
From crank baits and trolling lures to floating top water poppers, these fishing lures make an excellent choice for freshwater or surf fishing.
Dedicated surf casters know that surf fishing requires durable fishing lures that can be cast long distances and are irresistible to schooling fish.
The surf caster has been for thirty years the name in saltwater surf fishing tackle and accessories.
When surf fishing with live bait choosing the right surf fishing tackle can make the difference between lots of action or a lesson in surf casting.
When choosing surf fishing tackle, spoons are a simple and affordable lure.
There are a lot of selections when it comes to surf fishing tackle and bait, so if you aren't sure what you'll need, ask at the local bait shop.
Do you need surf fishing tackle or salt water fishing tackle?
The basic snook Surf fishing tackle outfit would be a medium spinning reel that would hold 200 or more yards of 10-12 lbs test line.
The massive cod catches from Dungeness beach in Kent back in the 1960's were the catalyst that spawned the dramatic development in surf fishing tackle and casting techniques that we witnessed through the 70's and 80's.
Be sure to explore through the other links here, to learn about the different surf fishing tackle and rigs.
Extensive and diversified surf fishing tackle selection including custom surf rods, a huge selection of "impossible-to-find" and custom-made surf plugs, plus all major brands can be found here.
Fishermen are urged to be prepared for catch and release and to use stout surf fishing tackle to lessen the stress on the fish.
Pier and surf fishing is an easy way to learn how to fish, and even more importantly, an inexpensive way to learn fishing.
And now back to my woodworking and craft workshop to start on the next project, after a cup of coffee of course.
See you there.
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Let's deal with surf fishing and all that goes with this unique form of angling.
Surf fishing anglers come in all varieties, but can be just as fanatical as any other anglers.
Because surf fishing is a very specialized type of fishing it requires some very specialized tackle. Surf fishing is possible on any almost any coast worldwide.
If you don't have a boat, and you want to be exposed to the possibility of some really large fish, try surf fishing.
Surf fishing is the sport of catching fish standing on the shoreline or wading in the surf. A general term, surf fishing may or may not include casting a lure or bait, and refers to all types of shore fishing - from sandy and rocky beaches, rock jetties, or even fishing piers.
The terms surf casting or beach casting refer more specifically to surf fishing from the beach by casting into the surf at or near the shoreline. Basic surf fishing can be done with a fishing rod between seven and twelve feet long equipped with a suitably-sized spinning or conventional casting fishing reel.
There are hundreds of different lures effective for surf fishing, such as spoons, plugs, soft plastics and jigs.
Most can be purchased from local bait and tackle shops, online tackle retailers, at fishing tackle expositions or specialized surf fishing catalogs and directly from here.
Surf fishing is done often at night to follow the nocturnal feeding habits of many target species.
Much surf fishing is done in rough whitewater surf conditions.
Although the term "beach buggy" may be applied to special vehicles for transportation on sand, 4x4 trucks and suv's with deflated tires are more often used in surf fishing.
The purchase of a surf fishing permit enables individuals to drive onto the beach for a great day of fishing. Surf fishing is both a popular recreational activity for beach-goers, and also a recognized sport.
It is important for an angler to know the best bait to use for surf fishing, as different baits have different strengths and weaknesses. The best bait to use when surf fishing for pompano, which are best fished for in calmer weather when the waves are not too rough, is shrimp.
Cut squid, shrimp, and fish all represent some of the best bait to use for surf fishing.
From crank baits and trolling lures to floating top water poppers, these fishing lures make an excellent choice for freshwater or surf fishing.
Dedicated surf casters know that surf fishing requires durable fishing lures that can be cast long distances and are irresistible to schooling fish.
The surf caster has been for thirty years the name in saltwater surf fishing tackle and accessories.
When surf fishing with live bait choosing the right surf fishing tackle can make the difference between lots of action or a lesson in surf casting.
When choosing surf fishing tackle, spoons are a simple and affordable lure.
There are a lot of selections when it comes to surf fishing tackle and bait, so if you aren't sure what you'll need, ask at the local bait shop.
Do you need surf fishing tackle or salt water fishing tackle?
The basic snook Surf fishing tackle outfit would be a medium spinning reel that would hold 200 or more yards of 10-12 lbs test line.
The massive cod catches from Dungeness beach in Kent back in the 1960's were the catalyst that spawned the dramatic development in surf fishing tackle and casting techniques that we witnessed through the 70's and 80's.
Be sure to explore through the other links here, to learn about the different surf fishing tackle and rigs.
Extensive and diversified surf fishing tackle selection including custom surf rods, a huge selection of "impossible-to-find" and custom-made surf plugs, plus all major brands can be found here.
Fishermen are urged to be prepared for catch and release and to use stout surf fishing tackle to lessen the stress on the fish.
Pier and surf fishing is an easy way to learn how to fish, and even more importantly, an inexpensive way to learn fishing.
And now back to my woodworking and craft workshop to start on the next project, after a cup of coffee of course.
See you there.
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
So, here's a fish story for ya
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So, here's a fish story for ya by Chuck Warren
I'm down in Marathon, and all I really wanted to do on my trip is catch at least one tarpon. I really miss fishing for them. I got to go a few times, but the tide was wrong every time, and I didn't even get a bite.
The last night, I decided to give it one last try, so down to the bridge I go, and since no one else could go with me, I was alone.
It was about 9:00 in the evening and very dark when I got to Vaca Cut bridge, but the street lamps up by the road gave off enough light for me to find my way down the rocky path to the waters edge.
There was nobody else around when I got there, which was just fine with me. The tide was still coming in, and there was a good running current, which were perfect conditions.
I made my first cast, and immediately got a bite.
I got a few more bites on the next few casts, which made me pretty happy. Sooner or later something had to latch on to the lure I was throwing. It always amazes me that a fish can hit one of those things and get away, since they have two very sharp treble hooks of impressive size on either end with only about four inches in between.
It's not that easy to avoid the hooks when you're handling them, so I don't know how the fish get so lucky.
On my next cast, something comes shooting out from the shadows and slams into my lure.
I finally had a fish on! I couldn't tell what it was in the dark, but he was putting up a pretty good fight, so I didn't really care. When I finally got him up to the rocky shoreline I was balancing on, I could see I had hooked into a barracuda about three feet long.
I was disappointed, but still glad that I had at least caught something. As I stood there looking down at the thrashing fish, it occurred to me that, all though I was prepared to catch a fish, I wasn't prepared to catch a fish that was not only very unhappy about it's predicament, but also hade a mouth full of very nasty teeth.
I didn't think to bring any kind of tool to remove the hooks. Now I had a bit of a problem.
I stood there for a minute trying to decide what to do. I had caught lots of 'cudas before, and I wasn't afraid to handle him. You just grab them by slipping your hand into his gill slit and lifting them up.
However, I still had no way to remove the hook. It didn't look like he was hooked too badly, so I bent down, grabbed him by the gill, and lifted him up. He seemed to be tired out by this point, so I figured I might as well see if I could remove the lure and drop him back into the water.
He had other ideas.
As I reached to grab hold of the lure, he went off like cannon. He threw his head and body, violently trying to get free, but succeeding in making himself even more attached to me. He had sent the free end of the lure whipping around until one of the hooks went completely through my left middle finger.
Now I don't know how many people have found themselves standing by a bridge in the moonlight with a three foot Barracuda hanging from their arm, but I can honestly tell you I would not recommend trying this at home.
He was pretty unhappy about being out of the water, and I was not really interested in putting him back until I was no longer attached to him. Of course, I still had no way of removing the hook from his mouth, which means I also had no way of removing the hook from my finger.
Now, if the hook had gone through a small layer of skin, the next time he thrashed, the problem would have been solved. But, I have always believed in doing things right, so I had the hook bury so deep into the skin that I was able to hold him completely out of the water suspended from my finger like some freak in a circus side show.
I can't believe Barnum never thought up that one. To make matters worse, there was no one around, even within yelling distance, to ask for help.
I had no idea what to do. I thought I was going to have to kill the fish, and then drive down the road with it hanging out of the window of the car. I thought about going to the emergency room just for shock value, but being in the Florida Keys, I might actually sit in the waiting area unnoticed until my hand fell off.
Nothing much throws the medical people off down there, they've seen it all.
Just as I was trying to decide how to kill the fish as humanely as possible, it freaked out again, spinning his body, and the flesh on the tip of my finger, completely around in a circle, and managed to pull the hook, and a substantial amount of my skin, free from my hand.
I was bleeding a little, but at least I was no longer attached to a garbage disposal with a bad attitude.
He went back in the water, still on the hook, and I had to dive for my rod to save it from disappearing into the sea with the fish.
Of course, I was back to square one, and I still had no way to get the hook out of his mouth.
They say that God looks out for babies, drunks, and stupid people, so I guess he got tired of laughing and decided it was time to intervene on my behalf.
As I was holding the rod under my arm and trying to slow the bleeding from my finger, the fish gave a last mighty thrash and threw the hook.
I don't know where fish go, but I'm sure right now he's sitting on some underwater barstool with a bunch of his friends around saying "You're not going to believe this one!"
After I did the obligatory male "It doesn't hurt at all" dance, I went up to the car to find something to wrap around my finger.
The only thing I could find was a plastic shopping bag, so I decided that would have to do. I managed to wrap it tight enough to keep it on, and it was still pretty early, so I figured there was only one thing to do. I went back down to the water and went back to fishing.
The bag made it a little hard to cast, but I managed. I fished for another hour and, although I never landed one, I did end up fighting a couple of tarpon. Just having them on the line for a few minutes made everything worthwhile. I'm sure there's a moral to this story buried in
there somewhere, but for now it escapes me.
That's probably why next year, if you want a good laugh, come down to the Vaca Cut Bridge in the heart of the Marathon Keys and look for me. I'll be easy to find. Just ask P.T Barnum for a look at his new act, "The Amazing Barracuda Boy".
That is some story and it makes me feel that I should just stay in my woodworking and craft workshop and start on the next project after a cup of coffee of course.See you there
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
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So, here's a fish story for ya by Chuck Warren
I'm down in Marathon, and all I really wanted to do on my trip is catch at least one tarpon. I really miss fishing for them. I got to go a few times, but the tide was wrong every time, and I didn't even get a bite.
The last night, I decided to give it one last try, so down to the bridge I go, and since no one else could go with me, I was alone.
It was about 9:00 in the evening and very dark when I got to Vaca Cut bridge, but the street lamps up by the road gave off enough light for me to find my way down the rocky path to the waters edge.
There was nobody else around when I got there, which was just fine with me. The tide was still coming in, and there was a good running current, which were perfect conditions.
I made my first cast, and immediately got a bite.
I got a few more bites on the next few casts, which made me pretty happy. Sooner or later something had to latch on to the lure I was throwing. It always amazes me that a fish can hit one of those things and get away, since they have two very sharp treble hooks of impressive size on either end with only about four inches in between.
It's not that easy to avoid the hooks when you're handling them, so I don't know how the fish get so lucky.
On my next cast, something comes shooting out from the shadows and slams into my lure.
I finally had a fish on! I couldn't tell what it was in the dark, but he was putting up a pretty good fight, so I didn't really care. When I finally got him up to the rocky shoreline I was balancing on, I could see I had hooked into a barracuda about three feet long.
I was disappointed, but still glad that I had at least caught something. As I stood there looking down at the thrashing fish, it occurred to me that, all though I was prepared to catch a fish, I wasn't prepared to catch a fish that was not only very unhappy about it's predicament, but also hade a mouth full of very nasty teeth.
I didn't think to bring any kind of tool to remove the hooks. Now I had a bit of a problem.
I stood there for a minute trying to decide what to do. I had caught lots of 'cudas before, and I wasn't afraid to handle him. You just grab them by slipping your hand into his gill slit and lifting them up.
However, I still had no way to remove the hook. It didn't look like he was hooked too badly, so I bent down, grabbed him by the gill, and lifted him up. He seemed to be tired out by this point, so I figured I might as well see if I could remove the lure and drop him back into the water.
He had other ideas.
As I reached to grab hold of the lure, he went off like cannon. He threw his head and body, violently trying to get free, but succeeding in making himself even more attached to me. He had sent the free end of the lure whipping around until one of the hooks went completely through my left middle finger.
Now I don't know how many people have found themselves standing by a bridge in the moonlight with a three foot Barracuda hanging from their arm, but I can honestly tell you I would not recommend trying this at home.
He was pretty unhappy about being out of the water, and I was not really interested in putting him back until I was no longer attached to him. Of course, I still had no way of removing the hook from his mouth, which means I also had no way of removing the hook from my finger.
Now, if the hook had gone through a small layer of skin, the next time he thrashed, the problem would have been solved. But, I have always believed in doing things right, so I had the hook bury so deep into the skin that I was able to hold him completely out of the water suspended from my finger like some freak in a circus side show.
I can't believe Barnum never thought up that one. To make matters worse, there was no one around, even within yelling distance, to ask for help.
I had no idea what to do. I thought I was going to have to kill the fish, and then drive down the road with it hanging out of the window of the car. I thought about going to the emergency room just for shock value, but being in the Florida Keys, I might actually sit in the waiting area unnoticed until my hand fell off.
Nothing much throws the medical people off down there, they've seen it all.
Just as I was trying to decide how to kill the fish as humanely as possible, it freaked out again, spinning his body, and the flesh on the tip of my finger, completely around in a circle, and managed to pull the hook, and a substantial amount of my skin, free from my hand.
I was bleeding a little, but at least I was no longer attached to a garbage disposal with a bad attitude.
He went back in the water, still on the hook, and I had to dive for my rod to save it from disappearing into the sea with the fish.
Of course, I was back to square one, and I still had no way to get the hook out of his mouth.
They say that God looks out for babies, drunks, and stupid people, so I guess he got tired of laughing and decided it was time to intervene on my behalf.
As I was holding the rod under my arm and trying to slow the bleeding from my finger, the fish gave a last mighty thrash and threw the hook.
I don't know where fish go, but I'm sure right now he's sitting on some underwater barstool with a bunch of his friends around saying "You're not going to believe this one!"
After I did the obligatory male "It doesn't hurt at all" dance, I went up to the car to find something to wrap around my finger.
The only thing I could find was a plastic shopping bag, so I decided that would have to do. I managed to wrap it tight enough to keep it on, and it was still pretty early, so I figured there was only one thing to do. I went back down to the water and went back to fishing.
The bag made it a little hard to cast, but I managed. I fished for another hour and, although I never landed one, I did end up fighting a couple of tarpon. Just having them on the line for a few minutes made everything worthwhile. I'm sure there's a moral to this story buried in
there somewhere, but for now it escapes me.
That's probably why next year, if you want a good laugh, come down to the Vaca Cut Bridge in the heart of the Marathon Keys and look for me. I'll be easy to find. Just ask P.T Barnum for a look at his new act, "The Amazing Barracuda Boy".
That is some story and it makes me feel that I should just stay in my woodworking and craft workshop and start on the next project after a cup of coffee of course.See you there
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
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When Fishing
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Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Try, whenever possible to unhook your fishing tackle from the fish while it is in the water and let it go free without it ever leaving its enviroment.
Always wet your hands before touching a fish.Remove the barbs from hooks as it makes unhooking them twelve times faster.
Don’t be greedy. If you have caught enough fish, pack it in for the day.
When game fishing if you want to take a fish for the table, pick a male rather than a female.This especially applies to salmon, whose eggs are precious.
Most vital of all watch out for any sign of pollution. If you see water becoming tainted or, even worse, fish in distress then make an immediate call to the local enviromental agency.Remember that anglers are the gardians of the countryside, so take this vision of yourself seriously.
Now I am not going to insult you with cliché’d advice about leaving litter, fishing line, empty bottles, cans, plastic wrappers and so on.
It’s a good idea to collect other people’s litter. up. Take a bin liner with you so that you can clean up your own little patch of other people’s litter. This might sound like a chore but many anglers are now doing this: litter breeds litter and the less there is around the less the the likelihood of it being dropped in the future.
It is important to realize that unless you are comfortable and at peace with yourself, you just wont be able to concentrate properly on your fishing.
In fact, you will pretty soon make an excuse to pack up and go for home, and you won’t catch many fish that way!
In the winter supply yourself with plenty of hot drinks to maintain warmth. The early and late summer months can also prove to be very chilly.
Even if you don’t wear it .always take a hat with you.In winter a great deal of heat escapes through your head and even in summer, if your head gets wet, you will soon begin to feel cold.
When planning a fishing outing don’t forget the insect repellent.You just cannot fish if you are being harassed by insects.
Don’t stint on energy producing food as fishing can be a demanding and physical activity. If you are feeling hungry, then you will soon be thinking of home.
Its all too easy to imagine fish as alien to us .
They are cold-blooded, they breathe through gills,have scaly skin,and fresh water fish are covered in a protective slime.
In all these ways they are indeed different from us but there are many similarities between humans and fish.
Fish have very acute eyesight. They can feel vibrations just as easily as we pick up sounds.They have a very well developed sense of taste and they learn rapidly through expearience.
Fish are not fools, they are complicated packages of subterranean life.
Its interesting to recognize that all fish species behave in slightly different ways.The expearienced fish watcher knows that each and every species has its own distinctive characteristics that immediately mark it out as unique and individual.
Again if the fish are off the bite, the wind is howling and you want a crafty way to spend the day visit:
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
..
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Try, whenever possible to unhook your fishing tackle from the fish while it is in the water and let it go free without it ever leaving its enviroment.
Always wet your hands before touching a fish.Remove the barbs from hooks as it makes unhooking them twelve times faster.
Don’t be greedy. If you have caught enough fish, pack it in for the day.
When game fishing if you want to take a fish for the table, pick a male rather than a female.This especially applies to salmon, whose eggs are precious.
Most vital of all watch out for any sign of pollution. If you see water becoming tainted or, even worse, fish in distress then make an immediate call to the local enviromental agency.Remember that anglers are the gardians of the countryside, so take this vision of yourself seriously.
Now I am not going to insult you with cliché’d advice about leaving litter, fishing line, empty bottles, cans, plastic wrappers and so on.
It’s a good idea to collect other people’s litter. up. Take a bin liner with you so that you can clean up your own little patch of other people’s litter. This might sound like a chore but many anglers are now doing this: litter breeds litter and the less there is around the less the the likelihood of it being dropped in the future.
It is important to realize that unless you are comfortable and at peace with yourself, you just wont be able to concentrate properly on your fishing.
In fact, you will pretty soon make an excuse to pack up and go for home, and you won’t catch many fish that way!
In the winter supply yourself with plenty of hot drinks to maintain warmth. The early and late summer months can also prove to be very chilly.
Even if you don’t wear it .always take a hat with you.In winter a great deal of heat escapes through your head and even in summer, if your head gets wet, you will soon begin to feel cold.
When planning a fishing outing don’t forget the insect repellent.You just cannot fish if you are being harassed by insects.
Don’t stint on energy producing food as fishing can be a demanding and physical activity. If you are feeling hungry, then you will soon be thinking of home.
Its all too easy to imagine fish as alien to us .
They are cold-blooded, they breathe through gills,have scaly skin,and fresh water fish are covered in a protective slime.
In all these ways they are indeed different from us but there are many similarities between humans and fish.
Fish have very acute eyesight. They can feel vibrations just as easily as we pick up sounds.They have a very well developed sense of taste and they learn rapidly through expearience.
Fish are not fools, they are complicated packages of subterranean life.
Its interesting to recognize that all fish species behave in slightly different ways.The expearienced fish watcher knows that each and every species has its own distinctive characteristics that immediately mark it out as unique and individual.
Again if the fish are off the bite, the wind is howling and you want a crafty way to spend the day visit:
http://woodworkingnews.blogspot.com
Meanwhile, Good fishing and tight lines
..
Monday, August 24, 2009
A Fishing Tackle Box that really works.
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Fresh water fish are fish that spend most or parts of their lives in fresh water, such as rivers dams and lakes with a salinity of more less 0.06%.
These environments differ from marine conditions in many ways, the most obvious being the difference in levels of salinity.
To survive fresh water, the fish need a range of physiological aptations in order to keep the ion concentration of their bodies balanced.
If you’re serious about your fishing, you want a fishing tackle box that keeps all of your equipment neatly stored and protected against the elements. Having a box that is easy to carry also makes life much simpler, especially during that long walk from the car to the riverbank.
About 40% of all known species of fish are found in fresh water.
This is primarily due to the rapid speciation that the scattered habitats make possible. When dealing with ponds and lakes, one might use the same basic models of speciation as when studying island biogeography.
Compartmentalised and with removable sections to make storage easier, fishing tackle boxes should be lightweight and exceptionally robust to put up with the knocks and bumps of outdoor sports.
Fresh water fish differ physiologically from salt water fish in several aspects. Their gills must be able to diffuse water while simultaneously keeping the salts of the bodily fluids inside.
Buying fishing tackle online is a quick and easy way of shopping and this extensive website offers you the chance to choose the best equipment and have it delivered straight to your door.
The online contact forms also give you the chance that your response will be answered by an experienced angler, no matter if you’re a beginner or regular competition angler.
The scales of the fish also plays a part in the scientific process; fresh water fish that have lost too many scales get a surplus of water diffused in through the skin, causing the fish to die.
You can also get the latest equipment and fishing tackle for your fishing tackle boxes here so browse our website for further information
You will be surprised to discovert just how, with the right equipment ,techniques and knowledge your fishing will improve.
Another trait characteristic of fresh water fish are the well developed kidneys. These have to be large because a lot of water passes through them.
For almost as long as human beings have pursued the art of fishing, they have used fishing tackle boxes to store and organize their gear.
This fishing tackle box delivers reliable fishing tackle that really works and is perfect for all to enjoy.
One of the better ways of filling your fishing tackle box is to figure out what your box is going to be for. This fishing tackle box has all the bits and pieces to get you started and many examples of how to make your fishing easier and better.
This unique fishing tackle box used by fishermen and their famlies has various articles and fishing gear to collect for your fishing tackle box.A good idea to add to your fishing tackle box is a light mounted in the lid of the box which is oriented to direct light downwardly into the open interior so that the fishing lures and other paraphernalia contained in the fishing tackle box can be seen at night as you rig out your or change your lure and to provide additional safety.
While only you know the kind of bait and gear you most likely need, there are some readily forgotten items that should be mandatory in any fishing tackle box.
A notebook and pencil for example is a must if you are a serious fisherman
However, you cannot underestimate the power of a unique fishing tackle box because it can plays an huge part in the success of your fishing trips.
The wrong fishing tackle box could force you to spend your day fishing for tackle instead of fish!
Many men are quite particular about the order inside their fishing tackle boxes and will begin organizing fishing tackle by purchasing a fishing tackle box that have lots of separate compartments.
Fishing is quite relaxing and it gives fishermen the time to contemplate things that matter to them, and to many fishermen the contents of their fishing tackle box is given prime consideration during these lax times on the water.
When organizing a fishing tackle box, the fisherman should always ensure that they have a sharp knife with them so that they can use it to fillet the fish that they catch before they leave for the day. By keeping their fish just as organized as their fishing tackle box, fishermen are making sure that the fish are ready for the pan when they walk in the back door.
All fishermen from beginners to experts have a fishing tackle box and a good fishing tackle box should l keep your fishing tackle l dry and rust free meaning that they will last a lot longer than if they were left out somewhere else.
Meanwhile, Good fishing and until we meet again next time,
Tight lines.
.
Fresh water fish are fish that spend most or parts of their lives in fresh water, such as rivers dams and lakes with a salinity of more less 0.06%.
These environments differ from marine conditions in many ways, the most obvious being the difference in levels of salinity.
To survive fresh water, the fish need a range of physiological aptations in order to keep the ion concentration of their bodies balanced.
If you’re serious about your fishing, you want a fishing tackle box that keeps all of your equipment neatly stored and protected against the elements. Having a box that is easy to carry also makes life much simpler, especially during that long walk from the car to the riverbank.
About 40% of all known species of fish are found in fresh water.
This is primarily due to the rapid speciation that the scattered habitats make possible. When dealing with ponds and lakes, one might use the same basic models of speciation as when studying island biogeography.
Compartmentalised and with removable sections to make storage easier, fishing tackle boxes should be lightweight and exceptionally robust to put up with the knocks and bumps of outdoor sports.
Fresh water fish differ physiologically from salt water fish in several aspects. Their gills must be able to diffuse water while simultaneously keeping the salts of the bodily fluids inside.
Buying fishing tackle online is a quick and easy way of shopping and this extensive website offers you the chance to choose the best equipment and have it delivered straight to your door.
The online contact forms also give you the chance that your response will be answered by an experienced angler, no matter if you’re a beginner or regular competition angler.
The scales of the fish also plays a part in the scientific process; fresh water fish that have lost too many scales get a surplus of water diffused in through the skin, causing the fish to die.
You can also get the latest equipment and fishing tackle for your fishing tackle boxes here so browse our website for further information
You will be surprised to discovert just how, with the right equipment ,techniques and knowledge your fishing will improve.
Another trait characteristic of fresh water fish are the well developed kidneys. These have to be large because a lot of water passes through them.
For almost as long as human beings have pursued the art of fishing, they have used fishing tackle boxes to store and organize their gear.
This fishing tackle box delivers reliable fishing tackle that really works and is perfect for all to enjoy.
One of the better ways of filling your fishing tackle box is to figure out what your box is going to be for. This fishing tackle box has all the bits and pieces to get you started and many examples of how to make your fishing easier and better.
This unique fishing tackle box used by fishermen and their famlies has various articles and fishing gear to collect for your fishing tackle box.A good idea to add to your fishing tackle box is a light mounted in the lid of the box which is oriented to direct light downwardly into the open interior so that the fishing lures and other paraphernalia contained in the fishing tackle box can be seen at night as you rig out your or change your lure and to provide additional safety.
While only you know the kind of bait and gear you most likely need, there are some readily forgotten items that should be mandatory in any fishing tackle box.
A notebook and pencil for example is a must if you are a serious fisherman
However, you cannot underestimate the power of a unique fishing tackle box because it can plays an huge part in the success of your fishing trips.
The wrong fishing tackle box could force you to spend your day fishing for tackle instead of fish!
Many men are quite particular about the order inside their fishing tackle boxes and will begin organizing fishing tackle by purchasing a fishing tackle box that have lots of separate compartments.
Fishing is quite relaxing and it gives fishermen the time to contemplate things that matter to them, and to many fishermen the contents of their fishing tackle box is given prime consideration during these lax times on the water.
When organizing a fishing tackle box, the fisherman should always ensure that they have a sharp knife with them so that they can use it to fillet the fish that they catch before they leave for the day. By keeping their fish just as organized as their fishing tackle box, fishermen are making sure that the fish are ready for the pan when they walk in the back door.
All fishermen from beginners to experts have a fishing tackle box and a good fishing tackle box should l keep your fishing tackle l dry and rust free meaning that they will last a lot longer than if they were left out somewhere else.
Meanwhile, Good fishing and until we meet again next time,
Tight lines.
.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Boats and your Fishing Tackle Box
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
A boat is a watercraft of modest size designed to float or plane, to provide passage across water. In naval terms, a boat is something small enough to be carried aboard another vessel (a ship).
In a ship there are often several decks, but a boat is unlikely to have more than one, if any at all.
For many, buying a boat is a dream come true and is something that you and your family will spend many happy days on.
A boat is a wonderful place to celebrate an important occasion with someone special and owning a boat is a wonderful experience, however, to keep the boat in good working order you will need to properly maintain it.
One of the primary mistakes that people make when they buy a boat is to simply buy the wrong kind of boat for their needs.
I always tell people that renting a boat is the best way to find out what kind of boat is the perfect fit for their family.
In general a boat is a luxury item. Renting a boat is a much more economical alternative to purchasing your own vessel.
Fishing from a boat is generally more successful in the summer and fall than fishing from the shoreline
Use of petrol in a boat is always a fire risk.
Renaming a boat is, of course, not something to be done lightly.
While you can get some decent fishing in along the banks of rivers or edges of lakes, and even venture out a little further with the waders on, a fishing boat is what you really need to get access to fishing wherever and whever you want it. The first step in buying a fishing boat is deciding how you intend to use the boat.
A fishing boat is a vessel specifically designed and used for catching fish in various bodies of water, including fresh water and salt water.
The flying bridge of a fishing boat is a fine place for introspection.
Since a fishing boat is the source of catching fish in water, you need to get a good fishing boat.
A fishing boat is a big investment and one that you may have lots of questions about.
Apparently, having bananas on board a fishing boat is considered bad luck.??
Any writer who has not bought, towed, operated, maintained, bragged about and occasionally wished to set fire to a fishing boat is not qualified to write about boating.
Even if you're not into catching fish, a fishing boat is a great excuse to enjoy a relaxing day on the water. That is why joining a fishing expedition on a fishing boat is a prerogative for wealthier anglers
Often, negligence resulting from operator inattention is the foremost contributing factor in a case of accidents on boats, according to the boating accident report database (bard) system.
Accidents on boats and ships can happen at sea, on rivers, canals or lakes and passengers may suffer injury whilst embarking, disembarking or during their journey. Accidents on boats can also occur whilst taking part in sporting activities such as rowing, canoeing, sailing or rafting.
Accidents on boats are particularly tricky since this involves the water and its undetermined depths.
Have you had a particularly sunny day spending time in a boat or yacht that turned awry due to unexpected accident on board and at sea? In fact accidents on boats can be more deadly than on land.
Even if you're not into catching fish, a fishing boat is a great excuse to enjoy a relaxing day on the water.
Meanwhile, Good fishingand until we meet again next time,
Enjoy
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
A boat is a watercraft of modest size designed to float or plane, to provide passage across water. In naval terms, a boat is something small enough to be carried aboard another vessel (a ship).
In a ship there are often several decks, but a boat is unlikely to have more than one, if any at all.
For many, buying a boat is a dream come true and is something that you and your family will spend many happy days on.
A boat is a wonderful place to celebrate an important occasion with someone special and owning a boat is a wonderful experience, however, to keep the boat in good working order you will need to properly maintain it.
One of the primary mistakes that people make when they buy a boat is to simply buy the wrong kind of boat for their needs.
I always tell people that renting a boat is the best way to find out what kind of boat is the perfect fit for their family.
In general a boat is a luxury item. Renting a boat is a much more economical alternative to purchasing your own vessel.
Fishing from a boat is generally more successful in the summer and fall than fishing from the shoreline
Use of petrol in a boat is always a fire risk.
Renaming a boat is, of course, not something to be done lightly.
While you can get some decent fishing in along the banks of rivers or edges of lakes, and even venture out a little further with the waders on, a fishing boat is what you really need to get access to fishing wherever and whever you want it. The first step in buying a fishing boat is deciding how you intend to use the boat.
A fishing boat is a vessel specifically designed and used for catching fish in various bodies of water, including fresh water and salt water.
The flying bridge of a fishing boat is a fine place for introspection.
Since a fishing boat is the source of catching fish in water, you need to get a good fishing boat.
A fishing boat is a big investment and one that you may have lots of questions about.
Apparently, having bananas on board a fishing boat is considered bad luck.??
Any writer who has not bought, towed, operated, maintained, bragged about and occasionally wished to set fire to a fishing boat is not qualified to write about boating.
Even if you're not into catching fish, a fishing boat is a great excuse to enjoy a relaxing day on the water. That is why joining a fishing expedition on a fishing boat is a prerogative for wealthier anglers
Often, negligence resulting from operator inattention is the foremost contributing factor in a case of accidents on boats, according to the boating accident report database (bard) system.
Accidents on boats and ships can happen at sea, on rivers, canals or lakes and passengers may suffer injury whilst embarking, disembarking or during their journey. Accidents on boats can also occur whilst taking part in sporting activities such as rowing, canoeing, sailing or rafting.
Accidents on boats are particularly tricky since this involves the water and its undetermined depths.
Have you had a particularly sunny day spending time in a boat or yacht that turned awry due to unexpected accident on board and at sea? In fact accidents on boats can be more deadly than on land.
Even if you're not into catching fish, a fishing boat is a great excuse to enjoy a relaxing day on the water.
Meanwhile, Good fishingand until we meet again next time,
Enjoy
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
What Makes an Effective Fishing Fly?
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
As any experienced lover of fishing knows, the type of fly makes all the difference when it comes to catching fish.
But what exactly makes a truly effective fishing fly?
There’s a lot more to making an artificial bug on a hook than you might imagine.
Before heading out on your next fishing trip, do a little research online about the companies that make the fishing flies you are considering purchasing and compare their flymaking process with the basic standards of a well crafted fishing fly.
Master craftsmanship: Fly tying is an art that takes years to truly perfect. Just like a homemade apple pie from a tenured baker tastes better than any bulk manufactured pie could ever hope to taste, a professionally hand crafted fishing fly makes all the difference.
Fishing flies require a highly organic look and feel that machines can’t completely replicate.
People who have a passion for fishing and have been using fishing flies on a regular basis for years understand what works and what doesn’t.
Chemically sharpened hooks:
No matter how effective the fly, if your hook doesn’t snare the fish then its game over.
Regular hooks, shaped only by mechanical sharpening, have slight ruts and imperfections.
The process is similar to sharpening a knife on a sharpening stone. Chemical sharpening is the process of taking a mechanically sharpened hook one step further by dipping it into a specific type of acid, making the metal ultra smooth and sharp.
A well crafted chemically sharpened hook can sear through flesh and rigid bones quickly, meaning fewer close calls for fish and more catches for you.
Whiting Farms Feathers:
A fishing fly made from a high quality grizzle rooster cape will outperform a dyed fabricated feather time and again.
Whiting Farms feathers are the absolutely highest quality in fishing fly materials and are standard among fly tying craftsman.
The difference between Whiting Farms feathers and imitations is that Whiting Farms chickens have been specifically bred since the 1960’s to achieve the precise color patterns most attractive to fish. Whiting Farms feathers keep their shape and move naturally in the water.
Environmentally controlled storage facility:
A fishing fly is made up of organic feather material, glues, and metals that can be negatively affected by unfavorable storage conditions over long periods of time.
Facilities that are too hot can cause glues to dry and crack.
Too damp of an environment can cause the metals to tarnish.
To maintain their high quality, fishing flies must be stored in a controlled environment with adequate temperature, humidity, and air quality.
Materials should be well packed to ensure that they arrive in tact with the feathers fluffed and hooks perfectly shaped.
Author Resource: - Author is a writer for Blue Fly Café.
For more information you can visit http://www.BlueFlyCafe.com.
Article From Articledude.com Article Directory
Till Next Time, Tight lines.
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
As any experienced lover of fishing knows, the type of fly makes all the difference when it comes to catching fish.
But what exactly makes a truly effective fishing fly?
There’s a lot more to making an artificial bug on a hook than you might imagine.
Before heading out on your next fishing trip, do a little research online about the companies that make the fishing flies you are considering purchasing and compare their flymaking process with the basic standards of a well crafted fishing fly.
Master craftsmanship: Fly tying is an art that takes years to truly perfect. Just like a homemade apple pie from a tenured baker tastes better than any bulk manufactured pie could ever hope to taste, a professionally hand crafted fishing fly makes all the difference.
Fishing flies require a highly organic look and feel that machines can’t completely replicate.
People who have a passion for fishing and have been using fishing flies on a regular basis for years understand what works and what doesn’t.
Chemically sharpened hooks:
No matter how effective the fly, if your hook doesn’t snare the fish then its game over.
Regular hooks, shaped only by mechanical sharpening, have slight ruts and imperfections.
The process is similar to sharpening a knife on a sharpening stone. Chemical sharpening is the process of taking a mechanically sharpened hook one step further by dipping it into a specific type of acid, making the metal ultra smooth and sharp.
A well crafted chemically sharpened hook can sear through flesh and rigid bones quickly, meaning fewer close calls for fish and more catches for you.
Whiting Farms Feathers:
A fishing fly made from a high quality grizzle rooster cape will outperform a dyed fabricated feather time and again.
Whiting Farms feathers are the absolutely highest quality in fishing fly materials and are standard among fly tying craftsman.
The difference between Whiting Farms feathers and imitations is that Whiting Farms chickens have been specifically bred since the 1960’s to achieve the precise color patterns most attractive to fish. Whiting Farms feathers keep their shape and move naturally in the water.
Environmentally controlled storage facility:
A fishing fly is made up of organic feather material, glues, and metals that can be negatively affected by unfavorable storage conditions over long periods of time.
Facilities that are too hot can cause glues to dry and crack.
Too damp of an environment can cause the metals to tarnish.
To maintain their high quality, fishing flies must be stored in a controlled environment with adequate temperature, humidity, and air quality.
Materials should be well packed to ensure that they arrive in tact with the feathers fluffed and hooks perfectly shaped.
Author Resource: - Author is a writer for Blue Fly Café.
For more information you can visit http://www.BlueFlyCafe.com.
Article From Articledude.com Article Directory
Till Next Time, Tight lines.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Catching Trout from the Lakeshore
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
With certain techniques, casting for trout from the shore of a lake can result in a good day’s catch.
The thrill of catching a trout from a shoreline and fighting him into exhaustion is never-tiring.
A trout seems to fight harder and longer as he is brought closer to shore than in the open water. And there is always that last thrusting effort before submission ensues.
Whether it is by fly fishing or casting a lure with a spinning rod, fishing from shore can yield a creel full. Although some fishermen feel that fishing from shore is not as productive as in a boat nor as exciting, fishing from the shores of a lake can produce great results for those who know what they are doing.
There are a number of key factors to catching a good number of trout by casting from shore.
The ability to cast a lure far out into the water is a significant consideration for getting your fishing lure noticed. Although many trout come close to shore while the water is cold, the lunkers are stay a bit further out, beyond most casting techniques.
One of the keys to getting the furthest cast possible is to use a heavy lure. A good-weighted lure will fly further than most lures on sale today.
The weight of the lure will depend upon the strength of the fishing line. The heavier the lure for the given fishing line rating the better.
The fishing line is the other factor in getting a long cast. It is best to use the lightest fishing line possible for the weight class of the trout being fished for.
There is also the line-snap factor when casting a heavy lure.
If the cast is not perfect, the heavy fishing lure is likely to snap the line as it flies faster than the line can keep up.
It is also key to find the right spot to fish from shore.
The ability to read a lake’s shoreline becomes very beneficial. If access is available to work along a good stretch of lake shoreline, the prospect of catching fish is improved. Moving down a shoreline while casting allows you to cover a lot of ground and you can work your way back up when you get to the end.
The technique to use when fishing from shore is to cast out in the form of a fan. Start your casts to your left and stagger each cast towards your right in an arc like opening a fan until your casts end up to your right.
If you were catching trout, reverse the order of your casts from right to left. If you have not been catching fish after one complete casting arc from left to right, move down the shoreline of the lake twice the distance of the arc distance of your casts.
Do this until you catch fish.
And make sure to give your lure some action.
A bright lure is best for most visibility.
Give the tip of your rod a good twitch every couple of reeling cycles. The right speed is necessary to get the right action out of the lure. Too fast will make it spin and repel trout. Too slow will not make the lure act appropriately and fish leave it alone.
As you reel in, just a short, quick twitch of your rod will give the action to your fishing lure that will make it most effective.
And don’t forget to switch lures if the one you are using is not getting results after one sweep of casts. You may need to try two or three before you find the right lure that the capricious fish are happening to prefer at that time.
The time of day or night also comes into play when fishing from shore. As with most freshwater fishing, the early morning and evening into dark are the best time to catch trout and most fish.
And so it is true with lake fishing from shore. To have to most luck, these times are the best bet for catching fish because that is when they feed the most and are the most active.
When fishing from shore, however, these times are extended as some trout venture into shallower waters for a late morning or afternoon snack of bait fish that are eating along the shoreline.
And when the weather is cloudy, fish will come closer to shore.
If you have not fished from shore because you thought of poor results and too much work or you have fished from a lake shore, but you had little luck, try the methods outlined above and see if that doesn’t work for you.
If there are fish within casting distance and they are hungry or very active, you will catch trout, assuming you are using the right lure.
If you don’t catch fish with these strategies, the fish are either not biting or there are no fish there. Then it’s time to move on or call it a day when the casting arm gives out.
Some things you can control to determine a fishing day’s outcome like what we have discussed here and some things you cannot like the weather and the whims of the fish.
If the fish aren’t biting, you can always play a round of golf or visit http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
But no matter what the outcome of a fishing outing, there is always another day.
Fish have to eat.
Wtitten by: Bernie Rosellen http://www.TheFishermansSite.com
Till Next Time,
Tight lines.
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
With certain techniques, casting for trout from the shore of a lake can result in a good day’s catch.
The thrill of catching a trout from a shoreline and fighting him into exhaustion is never-tiring.
A trout seems to fight harder and longer as he is brought closer to shore than in the open water. And there is always that last thrusting effort before submission ensues.
Whether it is by fly fishing or casting a lure with a spinning rod, fishing from shore can yield a creel full. Although some fishermen feel that fishing from shore is not as productive as in a boat nor as exciting, fishing from the shores of a lake can produce great results for those who know what they are doing.
There are a number of key factors to catching a good number of trout by casting from shore.
The ability to cast a lure far out into the water is a significant consideration for getting your fishing lure noticed. Although many trout come close to shore while the water is cold, the lunkers are stay a bit further out, beyond most casting techniques.
One of the keys to getting the furthest cast possible is to use a heavy lure. A good-weighted lure will fly further than most lures on sale today.
The weight of the lure will depend upon the strength of the fishing line. The heavier the lure for the given fishing line rating the better.
The fishing line is the other factor in getting a long cast. It is best to use the lightest fishing line possible for the weight class of the trout being fished for.
There is also the line-snap factor when casting a heavy lure.
If the cast is not perfect, the heavy fishing lure is likely to snap the line as it flies faster than the line can keep up.
It is also key to find the right spot to fish from shore.
The ability to read a lake’s shoreline becomes very beneficial. If access is available to work along a good stretch of lake shoreline, the prospect of catching fish is improved. Moving down a shoreline while casting allows you to cover a lot of ground and you can work your way back up when you get to the end.
The technique to use when fishing from shore is to cast out in the form of a fan. Start your casts to your left and stagger each cast towards your right in an arc like opening a fan until your casts end up to your right.
If you were catching trout, reverse the order of your casts from right to left. If you have not been catching fish after one complete casting arc from left to right, move down the shoreline of the lake twice the distance of the arc distance of your casts.
Do this until you catch fish.
And make sure to give your lure some action.
A bright lure is best for most visibility.
Give the tip of your rod a good twitch every couple of reeling cycles. The right speed is necessary to get the right action out of the lure. Too fast will make it spin and repel trout. Too slow will not make the lure act appropriately and fish leave it alone.
As you reel in, just a short, quick twitch of your rod will give the action to your fishing lure that will make it most effective.
And don’t forget to switch lures if the one you are using is not getting results after one sweep of casts. You may need to try two or three before you find the right lure that the capricious fish are happening to prefer at that time.
The time of day or night also comes into play when fishing from shore. As with most freshwater fishing, the early morning and evening into dark are the best time to catch trout and most fish.
And so it is true with lake fishing from shore. To have to most luck, these times are the best bet for catching fish because that is when they feed the most and are the most active.
When fishing from shore, however, these times are extended as some trout venture into shallower waters for a late morning or afternoon snack of bait fish that are eating along the shoreline.
And when the weather is cloudy, fish will come closer to shore.
If you have not fished from shore because you thought of poor results and too much work or you have fished from a lake shore, but you had little luck, try the methods outlined above and see if that doesn’t work for you.
If there are fish within casting distance and they are hungry or very active, you will catch trout, assuming you are using the right lure.
If you don’t catch fish with these strategies, the fish are either not biting or there are no fish there. Then it’s time to move on or call it a day when the casting arm gives out.
Some things you can control to determine a fishing day’s outcome like what we have discussed here and some things you cannot like the weather and the whims of the fish.
If the fish aren’t biting, you can always play a round of golf or visit http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
But no matter what the outcome of a fishing outing, there is always another day.
Fish have to eat.
Wtitten by: Bernie Rosellen http://www.TheFishermansSite.com
Till Next Time,
Tight lines.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
A Fishing Trip
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
A fisherman is only as good as his equipment (to a degree) and having a good fishing reel is bound to be one of the most important pieces of equipment the fisherman will ever own.
I think one of the most interesting questions you can ask a fisherman is how they got into the sport of fishing.
A fisherman is born!
A fisherman is walking with his companions at night when he finds the hagoromo, the magical feather-mantle of a tennin (an aerial spirit or celestial dancer) hanging on a bough.
On a lonely stretch of welsh coastline, a fisherman is killed by a hideous creature from beneath the waves.
Synopsis: on a lonely beach, a chance encounter with a fisherman is the key to a young man letting go of his past and embracing his future.
A fishing trip can be one of the best ways to get away from it all, and I say if you are going to plan a trip then make it a good one.
Planning a fishing trip can be tough.
A fishing trip can be anything from a couple of minutes hike to a neighborhood pond in search of pan fish, to a journey halfway across the world in pursuit of the fish of a lifetime.
A fishing trip can be a one to three day excursion to your favorite river or to a neighboring state. The point is that taking a fishing trip can be just what the doctor ordered to clear your head and have some fun.
A fishing trip can be a wonderful thing as long as you remember to stay with what you know.
Taking your kids out on a fishing trip can be a great learning experience for you and your kids.
Taking a fishing trip can be a great way to get your family together for a weekend
Planning a fishing trip can be fun and exciting, especially if it is for that exotic location.
There are thousands of fishing lakes across the world and when choosing the one you must pass the time at when organizing a fishing trip can be rather disconcerting.
In these high-tech, busy times; a fishing trip can be an occasion that will stick with a person for a lifetime.
A fishing trip can be an excellent way to spend a family vacation.
Going on a fishing trip can be an excellent time for teaching your children about nature, safety, and ultimately getting along with family members in a different environment.
Renting a cabin on lake for you and your family for a fishing trip can be an exciting adventure.
All aspects of a fishing trip can be recorded and referenced to identify patterns in times, localities, tides and detailed weather conditions.
From lures to rod and reel, you will need to take into account the body of water where you will be, since freshwater lake fishing is very different from deep-sea fishing.
The earliest known illustration of a fishing reel is from Chinese paintings and records beginning about 1195 (?)
Asking how much you should spend on a fishing reel is much like asking how much you should spend on a car.
I must get back to the workshop now
Enjoy the day and
Bye for now.
P/s if you are looking for fun projects to take along visit-
http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
A fisherman is only as good as his equipment (to a degree) and having a good fishing reel is bound to be one of the most important pieces of equipment the fisherman will ever own.
I think one of the most interesting questions you can ask a fisherman is how they got into the sport of fishing.
A fisherman is born!
A fisherman is walking with his companions at night when he finds the hagoromo, the magical feather-mantle of a tennin (an aerial spirit or celestial dancer) hanging on a bough.
On a lonely stretch of welsh coastline, a fisherman is killed by a hideous creature from beneath the waves.
Synopsis: on a lonely beach, a chance encounter with a fisherman is the key to a young man letting go of his past and embracing his future.
A fishing trip can be one of the best ways to get away from it all, and I say if you are going to plan a trip then make it a good one.
Planning a fishing trip can be tough.
A fishing trip can be anything from a couple of minutes hike to a neighborhood pond in search of pan fish, to a journey halfway across the world in pursuit of the fish of a lifetime.
A fishing trip can be a one to three day excursion to your favorite river or to a neighboring state. The point is that taking a fishing trip can be just what the doctor ordered to clear your head and have some fun.
A fishing trip can be a wonderful thing as long as you remember to stay with what you know.
Taking your kids out on a fishing trip can be a great learning experience for you and your kids.
Taking a fishing trip can be a great way to get your family together for a weekend
Planning a fishing trip can be fun and exciting, especially if it is for that exotic location.
There are thousands of fishing lakes across the world and when choosing the one you must pass the time at when organizing a fishing trip can be rather disconcerting.
In these high-tech, busy times; a fishing trip can be an occasion that will stick with a person for a lifetime.
A fishing trip can be an excellent way to spend a family vacation.
Going on a fishing trip can be an excellent time for teaching your children about nature, safety, and ultimately getting along with family members in a different environment.
Renting a cabin on lake for you and your family for a fishing trip can be an exciting adventure.
All aspects of a fishing trip can be recorded and referenced to identify patterns in times, localities, tides and detailed weather conditions.
From lures to rod and reel, you will need to take into account the body of water where you will be, since freshwater lake fishing is very different from deep-sea fishing.
The earliest known illustration of a fishing reel is from Chinese paintings and records beginning about 1195 (?)
Asking how much you should spend on a fishing reel is much like asking how much you should spend on a car.
I must get back to the workshop now
Enjoy the day and
Bye for now.
P/s if you are looking for fun projects to take along visit-
http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
Monday, August 10, 2009
Organizing a fishing tackle box
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is: - Organizing a Fishing Tackle Box
edited by N
There are all different kinds of fishermen throughout the world. Some have been reeling in the "big one" for decades, whereas others can only dream of the day when the "big one" bites.
Many fishermen like freshwater lakes, some like rivers or streams, and then there are those who prefer the ocean. Regardless of age, experience, or preference, there is one must: the right equipment and an organized fishing tackle box.
Most fishermen have accumulated various lures, tackle, rods, and reels over the years.
They have developed favorites, and they certainly have discovered which equipment works best in which conditions. Being prepared with the right equipment to suit the fishing conditions will make or break a fishing trip.
One way to prepare you as a fisherman is to have an organized fishing tackle box. Organizing all of your gear, especially what is located in your tackle box, has many advantages.
Some of these include:
1. No tangled lures! That is the worst; you get out onto the water and are all set to go, only to find that all of your lures are tangled into a huge mess. You end up spending half of your time fixing the jumbled mess.
By using a fishing tackle box that is designed to separate lures and keep them from tangling with other lures you are going to save yourself a lot of time.
2. Many fishermen don't fish in the same fishing spot every time they go out. In fact, some may fish in the ocean one day and on the lake the next.
If your gear is organized according to what conditions you will be fishing in, you will most likely have a more successful trip.
Better yet, organize two different fishingtackle boxes; one for freshwater fishing and the other for saltwater fishing.
3. Quick lure exchange. Whether you are in the middle of a tournament or just enjoying a Saturday afternoon, no one likes wasting time changing their lures. With a fishing
Tackle box that is organized you are bound to spend more time with your line in the water.
If you haven't yet bought a tackle box, or are looking into an upgrade for better organizational benefits, consider these aspects before buying:
1. is it waterproof and watertight? Most tackle fishing
Boxes are made of material that is waterproof, but can water still creep inside through the cracks?
This could form a mold on your expensive equipment if there is not adequate ventilation. Some boxes come with removable parts to air out wet lures and remove any water that snuck in.
2. Durability. You definitely don't want your nicely organized tackle fishing box falling apart on you.
Pick a strong plastic or a metal that won't rust. Fishing is not for pansies, your tackle box shouldn't be built like one either.
3. It is always nice to have a little extra space for gear other than lures, weights, etc. A compartment for a pair of pliers (with quick access) is a plus. Some fishing tackle boxes even come with a spot for a flashlight; always handy when fishing at dawn or dusk.
There are many things to think about and prepare before any fishing trip. An organized fishing tackle box will ensure arriving on the water with the right equipment every time!
The size and function of your fishing tackle box should largely depend on your intended use.
Tournament fishermen need to have quick access to different lures and a fairly light box. The same goes for shore fishermen; they have to carry their tackle box to the shore, so it would make sense to consider weight when purchasing a new tackle box.
On the other hand, many fishermen use a boat and prefer to store their fishing tackle box on board. In this case, they can afford to have a bit more weight in exchange for extra storage or waterproofing features.
If the fish are again off the bite,
the weather is miserable, and you are looking to entertain the family and friends visit me at http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
Enjoy your fishing and best wishes
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is: - Organizing a Fishing Tackle Box
edited by N
There are all different kinds of fishermen throughout the world. Some have been reeling in the "big one" for decades, whereas others can only dream of the day when the "big one" bites.
Many fishermen like freshwater lakes, some like rivers or streams, and then there are those who prefer the ocean. Regardless of age, experience, or preference, there is one must: the right equipment and an organized fishing tackle box.
Most fishermen have accumulated various lures, tackle, rods, and reels over the years.
They have developed favorites, and they certainly have discovered which equipment works best in which conditions. Being prepared with the right equipment to suit the fishing conditions will make or break a fishing trip.
One way to prepare you as a fisherman is to have an organized fishing tackle box. Organizing all of your gear, especially what is located in your tackle box, has many advantages.
Some of these include:
1. No tangled lures! That is the worst; you get out onto the water and are all set to go, only to find that all of your lures are tangled into a huge mess. You end up spending half of your time fixing the jumbled mess.
By using a fishing tackle box that is designed to separate lures and keep them from tangling with other lures you are going to save yourself a lot of time.
2. Many fishermen don't fish in the same fishing spot every time they go out. In fact, some may fish in the ocean one day and on the lake the next.
If your gear is organized according to what conditions you will be fishing in, you will most likely have a more successful trip.
Better yet, organize two different fishingtackle boxes; one for freshwater fishing and the other for saltwater fishing.
3. Quick lure exchange. Whether you are in the middle of a tournament or just enjoying a Saturday afternoon, no one likes wasting time changing their lures. With a fishing
Tackle box that is organized you are bound to spend more time with your line in the water.
If you haven't yet bought a tackle box, or are looking into an upgrade for better organizational benefits, consider these aspects before buying:
1. is it waterproof and watertight? Most tackle fishing
Boxes are made of material that is waterproof, but can water still creep inside through the cracks?
This could form a mold on your expensive equipment if there is not adequate ventilation. Some boxes come with removable parts to air out wet lures and remove any water that snuck in.
2. Durability. You definitely don't want your nicely organized tackle fishing box falling apart on you.
Pick a strong plastic or a metal that won't rust. Fishing is not for pansies, your tackle box shouldn't be built like one either.
3. It is always nice to have a little extra space for gear other than lures, weights, etc. A compartment for a pair of pliers (with quick access) is a plus. Some fishing tackle boxes even come with a spot for a flashlight; always handy when fishing at dawn or dusk.
There are many things to think about and prepare before any fishing trip. An organized fishing tackle box will ensure arriving on the water with the right equipment every time!
The size and function of your fishing tackle box should largely depend on your intended use.
Tournament fishermen need to have quick access to different lures and a fairly light box. The same goes for shore fishermen; they have to carry their tackle box to the shore, so it would make sense to consider weight when purchasing a new tackle box.
On the other hand, many fishermen use a boat and prefer to store their fishing tackle box on board. In this case, they can afford to have a bit more weight in exchange for extra storage or waterproofing features.
If the fish are again off the bite,
the weather is miserable, and you are looking to entertain the family and friends visit me at http://woodworkingandcrafts.blogspot.com
Enjoy your fishing and best wishes
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Plan Your Fishing Trip.
Hi
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is: - Don’t Be Cheap
Anglers leave fishing expenses buried in the fine print of a credit-card bill or, better yet, pay cash and forget about it. After all, fishing the ocean from a private boat offers relaxation, fun, the chance to catch dinner and hours of uninterrupted time for family bonding — pleasures that, at least in theory, have no price tag.
Yet, as the long days and calm seas of summer expand fishing opportunities, costs— like it or not — become a factor.
If the cost of a fishing trip and getting your fishing tackle box up to standard are not ever a factor for you, congratulations. For the rest of us towing fishing boats and grumbling about the cost of a gallon of gasoline at the neighborhood filling station, is a reality. Here are some tips for fishing on the cheap.
Make a few phone calls. Find the fish before launching the fishing boat, then launch the boat as close to the fish as possible.
Take a friend. Fishing buddies can chip in for fuel, bring bait and tackle for the fishing tackle box and make the trip more enjoyable. The number of fishing guests should be limited based on the size of the boat. Nobody likes fishing in a crowd. If you're lucky, fishing friends will help you wash the boat, clean the fish and chip in at the fuel pumps.
Don't troll — unless you're doing so on the way to another fishing spot. True, you'll still have to run the engine to get back to the boat ramp if you're drifting over productive fishing areas, but you won't be running it for hours while you're fishing. Another cost-cutting option: Anchor near a nice patch of reef and chum to catch fish.
If you trailer your fishing boat, fill it up before you launch. At marinas, gasoline often sells for more than it does at a filling station.
Keep the bottom of your fishing boat clean. Barnacles and other bottom grunge increase friction. Similarly, keep the engine tuned so the fishing boat runs as efficiently as possible.
Use live fishing bait if it's available and you have a live well on your boat, but bring dead fishing bait such as sardines and squid as a backup. That way, you won't spend time and fuel running the ocean in search of bait.
Start planning your fishing trip and your fishing tackle box the night before, especially on weekends. If the ice and food are in the cooler and the boat is hooked to the car or truck, you'll make it to the boat ramp earlier, launch with fewer hassles and be out on the ocean fishing well before the fish are picked over or an afternoon thunderstorm chases you off the water.
Oh, many a salty sea angler has a few recycled sardines, squid or ballyhoo lurking in his or her freezer. These can be chopped up and tossed overboard to attract fish to the boat — or used for tipping jigs pitched at fish. And there are plenty of stories floating around about prized fish taken on fishing baits that have been in the freezer since the Korean War, probably because the lucky anglers happened to be at the right place at the right time.
But, as a general rule, don't skimp on your fishing bait and fishing tackle kept a in fishing tackle box.
Be careful when it comes to fishing hooks, leaders, jigs, swivels and other fishing tackle as this is where knowledge of fishing knots plays an important part.
Fishing hooks should be strong and sharp and fishing Lines and leaders should be changed regularly.
Wire tips are a good idea on monofilament leaders because toothy fish such as kingfish can sever monofilament leaders. Check to make sure the wire has not been kinked and that connecting fishing knots, swivels and other components linking the terminal tackle to the fishing line are in good shape.
Fishing Rigs are best changed a day or two before a fishing trip.
Don't use old fishing line that has been worn down by abrasion, sun and salt. If it's questionable, change it at home and throw it away there.
Few fates are worse than hooking the fish of a lifetime — or worse, having a friend or child hook it — and watching the fishing line snap because you were too cheap or too lazy to change it.
Finally, if your fishing reel has a drag that's about as smooth as a car lumping along on a flat tire, have it serviced, fix it yourself, give it away or leave it at home.
With some things, it actually pays not to be cheap.
Good fishingand until we meet again next time,
Enjoy your Fishing
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is: - Don’t Be Cheap
Anglers leave fishing expenses buried in the fine print of a credit-card bill or, better yet, pay cash and forget about it. After all, fishing the ocean from a private boat offers relaxation, fun, the chance to catch dinner and hours of uninterrupted time for family bonding — pleasures that, at least in theory, have no price tag.
Yet, as the long days and calm seas of summer expand fishing opportunities, costs— like it or not — become a factor.
If the cost of a fishing trip and getting your fishing tackle box up to standard are not ever a factor for you, congratulations. For the rest of us towing fishing boats and grumbling about the cost of a gallon of gasoline at the neighborhood filling station, is a reality. Here are some tips for fishing on the cheap.
Make a few phone calls. Find the fish before launching the fishing boat, then launch the boat as close to the fish as possible.
Take a friend. Fishing buddies can chip in for fuel, bring bait and tackle for the fishing tackle box and make the trip more enjoyable. The number of fishing guests should be limited based on the size of the boat. Nobody likes fishing in a crowd. If you're lucky, fishing friends will help you wash the boat, clean the fish and chip in at the fuel pumps.
Don't troll — unless you're doing so on the way to another fishing spot. True, you'll still have to run the engine to get back to the boat ramp if you're drifting over productive fishing areas, but you won't be running it for hours while you're fishing. Another cost-cutting option: Anchor near a nice patch of reef and chum to catch fish.
If you trailer your fishing boat, fill it up before you launch. At marinas, gasoline often sells for more than it does at a filling station.
Keep the bottom of your fishing boat clean. Barnacles and other bottom grunge increase friction. Similarly, keep the engine tuned so the fishing boat runs as efficiently as possible.
Use live fishing bait if it's available and you have a live well on your boat, but bring dead fishing bait such as sardines and squid as a backup. That way, you won't spend time and fuel running the ocean in search of bait.
Start planning your fishing trip and your fishing tackle box the night before, especially on weekends. If the ice and food are in the cooler and the boat is hooked to the car or truck, you'll make it to the boat ramp earlier, launch with fewer hassles and be out on the ocean fishing well before the fish are picked over or an afternoon thunderstorm chases you off the water.
Oh, many a salty sea angler has a few recycled sardines, squid or ballyhoo lurking in his or her freezer. These can be chopped up and tossed overboard to attract fish to the boat — or used for tipping jigs pitched at fish. And there are plenty of stories floating around about prized fish taken on fishing baits that have been in the freezer since the Korean War, probably because the lucky anglers happened to be at the right place at the right time.
But, as a general rule, don't skimp on your fishing bait and fishing tackle kept a in fishing tackle box.
Be careful when it comes to fishing hooks, leaders, jigs, swivels and other fishing tackle as this is where knowledge of fishing knots plays an important part.
Fishing hooks should be strong and sharp and fishing Lines and leaders should be changed regularly.
Wire tips are a good idea on monofilament leaders because toothy fish such as kingfish can sever monofilament leaders. Check to make sure the wire has not been kinked and that connecting fishing knots, swivels and other components linking the terminal tackle to the fishing line are in good shape.
Fishing Rigs are best changed a day or two before a fishing trip.
Don't use old fishing line that has been worn down by abrasion, sun and salt. If it's questionable, change it at home and throw it away there.
Few fates are worse than hooking the fish of a lifetime — or worse, having a friend or child hook it — and watching the fishing line snap because you were too cheap or too lazy to change it.
Finally, if your fishing reel has a drag that's about as smooth as a car lumping along on a flat tire, have it serviced, fix it yourself, give it away or leave it at home.
With some things, it actually pays not to be cheap.
Good fishingand until we meet again next time,
Enjoy your Fishing
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
The Surfrider Foundation
Hi and,
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is:- The Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.
Surfrider Foundation Principles
Represented by over 50,000 members and 60+ local chapters in the U.S., the Surfrider Foundation also has affiliations in Australia, Japan, France, and Brazil. The Surfrider Foundation has adopted the following principles to guide and govern the activities of the organization.
1. SURFRIDER recognizes the biodiversity and ecological integrity of the planet's coasts are necessary and irreplaceable. SURFRIDER is committed to preserving natural living and non-living diversity and ecological integrity of the coastal environment.
2. SURFRIDER promotes the right of low-impact, free and open access to the world's waves and beaches for all people. SURFRIDER acts to preserve this right of access.
3. SURFRIDER is dedicated to enhancing wave-riding opportunities in ways which will not adversely impact nearshore ecosystems.
4. SURFRIDER believes environmental education is essential to the future health and well- being of the planet. SURFRIDER seeks to develop and utilize educational materials that are informative, factual, proactive, synergistic and fun.
5. SURFRIDER strives to be accurate and nonpartisan in its communications with its members and the general public. In addition, SURFRIDER will express the unique values inherent in wave-riding — individualism, camaraderie, non materialism, and an appreciation for human kind's historic relations with the Ocean.
6. SURFRIDER is a grassroots organization, effective through the participation of its members.
SURFRIDER activities emphasize the value of an involved membership.
7. SURFRIDER encourages all commercial enterprises to adopt the Ceres Principles. Their determination to do so will favorably influence SURFRIDER's willingness to provide support.
SURFRIDER will not permit sponsors to divert the Foundation from its mission or projects undertaken.
8. SURFRIDER does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, or national origin for any reason. SURFRIDER promotes the healthy enjoyment of the coastal environment for all people.
9. SURFRIDER and its representatives, affiliations and chapters agree to abide by these principles and all rules and regulations governing non-profit organizations.
Welcome to the Surfrider Foundation Action Alert page. If you're not already signed up to receive Surfrider Foundation email action alerts and monthly eNews newsletters, then you can sign up here.
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches, for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.
Surfrider Foundation's unique membership includes ocean enthusiasts of all sorts: Surfers, bodysurfers, bodyboarders, windsurfers, swimmers, divers, beachcombers and ocean-loving families from all walks of life. If you're interested in becoming a member, go to www.surfrider.org/join or call 1-800-743-SURF.
Meanwhile, good fishing and until we meet again next time.
Best wishes.
Welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is:- The Surfrider Foundation
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.
Surfrider Foundation Principles
Represented by over 50,000 members and 60+ local chapters in the U.S., the Surfrider Foundation also has affiliations in Australia, Japan, France, and Brazil. The Surfrider Foundation has adopted the following principles to guide and govern the activities of the organization.
1. SURFRIDER recognizes the biodiversity and ecological integrity of the planet's coasts are necessary and irreplaceable. SURFRIDER is committed to preserving natural living and non-living diversity and ecological integrity of the coastal environment.
2. SURFRIDER promotes the right of low-impact, free and open access to the world's waves and beaches for all people. SURFRIDER acts to preserve this right of access.
3. SURFRIDER is dedicated to enhancing wave-riding opportunities in ways which will not adversely impact nearshore ecosystems.
4. SURFRIDER believes environmental education is essential to the future health and well- being of the planet. SURFRIDER seeks to develop and utilize educational materials that are informative, factual, proactive, synergistic and fun.
5. SURFRIDER strives to be accurate and nonpartisan in its communications with its members and the general public. In addition, SURFRIDER will express the unique values inherent in wave-riding — individualism, camaraderie, non materialism, and an appreciation for human kind's historic relations with the Ocean.
6. SURFRIDER is a grassroots organization, effective through the participation of its members.
SURFRIDER activities emphasize the value of an involved membership.
7. SURFRIDER encourages all commercial enterprises to adopt the Ceres Principles. Their determination to do so will favorably influence SURFRIDER's willingness to provide support.
SURFRIDER will not permit sponsors to divert the Foundation from its mission or projects undertaken.
8. SURFRIDER does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, or national origin for any reason. SURFRIDER promotes the healthy enjoyment of the coastal environment for all people.
9. SURFRIDER and its representatives, affiliations and chapters agree to abide by these principles and all rules and regulations governing non-profit organizations.
Welcome to the Surfrider Foundation Action Alert page. If you're not already signed up to receive Surfrider Foundation email action alerts and monthly eNews newsletters, then you can sign up here.
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches, for all people, through conservation, activism, research and education.
Surfrider Foundation's unique membership includes ocean enthusiasts of all sorts: Surfers, bodysurfers, bodyboarders, windsurfers, swimmers, divers, beachcombers and ocean-loving families from all walks of life. If you're interested in becoming a member, go to www.surfrider.org/join or call 1-800-743-SURF.
Meanwhile, good fishing and until we meet again next time.
Best wishes.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Weather Patterns.
Hi and welcome to the Fishing Tackle Box.
Today’s topic is:-
Weather patterns.
Offshore boat fishing, sometimes called deep sea or open water fishing, is fishing in deep water (more than 30 metres) and at some distance from land. It is dangerous compared to shallow water or lake fishing and more knowledge is needed by fishing boat captains about the weather patterns, navigation and safety precautions when in a boat.
This is not an activity for beginners.
Offshore fishing boats are generally much larger than inshore fishing boats, and may need to be moored in a marina. They are sturdily constructed so they can brave the weather and water conditions encountered in open waters.
Although fishing boats often differ in design and purpose and prices vary widely, as they are generally expensive to build and maintain. Most offshore recreational fishermen charter fishing boats and fishing tackle rather than own them.
It is often a sport of the affluent, and there is a demand for charter fishing boats with fishing tackle boxes equipped to luxurious excess.
Understanding how weather affects fishing
By John Leech and Edited by Neil.H
A study of weather gives us a bigger piece of the puzzle of fish behavior than any other single study.
To the number of fish caught, from fishing boats to the safety and comfort of a fishing trip, the weather is a big factor.
Knowing what the weather has in store for us helps us to plan what direction we go when we leave the launch site . If the wind is going to blow 20 mph out the North it's not time to fish the South shore. Not only would fishing conditions be tough but safety and comfort would be left at the launch site.
Understanding the fish's reaction to the weather helps the anglers to respond in the proper manor.
A prime example of wrong response is when in a fishing boat, would be in the passing of a weather front. The water temperature drops 10 plus degrees and anglers chooses shallow running crank bait from his fishing tackle box to burn over shallow flats. What do you give this fishing boat angler’s chance of success?
This is a prime reason to study weather and its effect on fish behavior.
Understanding a weather front’s make up and origin and the weather they bring, is a key factor in predicting weather events.
Most of the winter weather starts in the Northern Pacific Ocean and moves northwest to southeast. Most all weather starts in the west and moves east. Tropical weather is the exception to this rule.
Now with all this said, let’s look at frontal effects.
This is not a lesson on weather as taught by the weather experts but one taught by a fisherman that spends almost every day observing it, and its effects on the fish when on a fishing boat ,on a bass fishing boat or for that matter in a fly fishing boat.
After three days of any constant weather the fish will start to become accustomed to the conditions and return to normal activity. The passing of the weather fronts are the change factors. Cold fronts have the biggest negative effect.
Let us first define a cold front characteristic: high pressure, freaky high winds, and always high blue skies.
The first day after a cold front passes the fish movement is short in distance and duration. The resident fish bury up in heavy cover and are sluggish at best. With each day the fish movement will get better, but the movements will be best with the return of some cloud cover. By the forth day with constant weather the fish will return to normal movements.
Warm fronts are the fisherman’s catching fronts. Cloudy weather, dropping barometer, south to west winds are the predominant conditions.
If the water temperatures are warm these are good days for top water baits to be used when fishing from a fishing boat.
Good fishing and until we meet again next time,
Best wishes and,
Enjoy your Fishing.
Today’s topic is:-
Weather patterns.
Offshore boat fishing, sometimes called deep sea or open water fishing, is fishing in deep water (more than 30 metres) and at some distance from land. It is dangerous compared to shallow water or lake fishing and more knowledge is needed by fishing boat captains about the weather patterns, navigation and safety precautions when in a boat.
This is not an activity for beginners.
Offshore fishing boats are generally much larger than inshore fishing boats, and may need to be moored in a marina. They are sturdily constructed so they can brave the weather and water conditions encountered in open waters.
Although fishing boats often differ in design and purpose and prices vary widely, as they are generally expensive to build and maintain. Most offshore recreational fishermen charter fishing boats and fishing tackle rather than own them.
It is often a sport of the affluent, and there is a demand for charter fishing boats with fishing tackle boxes equipped to luxurious excess.
Understanding how weather affects fishing
By John Leech and Edited by Neil.H
A study of weather gives us a bigger piece of the puzzle of fish behavior than any other single study.
To the number of fish caught, from fishing boats to the safety and comfort of a fishing trip, the weather is a big factor.
Knowing what the weather has in store for us helps us to plan what direction we go when we leave the launch site . If the wind is going to blow 20 mph out the North it's not time to fish the South shore. Not only would fishing conditions be tough but safety and comfort would be left at the launch site.
Understanding the fish's reaction to the weather helps the anglers to respond in the proper manor.
A prime example of wrong response is when in a fishing boat, would be in the passing of a weather front. The water temperature drops 10 plus degrees and anglers chooses shallow running crank bait from his fishing tackle box to burn over shallow flats. What do you give this fishing boat angler’s chance of success?
This is a prime reason to study weather and its effect on fish behavior.
Understanding a weather front’s make up and origin and the weather they bring, is a key factor in predicting weather events.
Most of the winter weather starts in the Northern Pacific Ocean and moves northwest to southeast. Most all weather starts in the west and moves east. Tropical weather is the exception to this rule.
Now with all this said, let’s look at frontal effects.
This is not a lesson on weather as taught by the weather experts but one taught by a fisherman that spends almost every day observing it, and its effects on the fish when on a fishing boat ,on a bass fishing boat or for that matter in a fly fishing boat.
After three days of any constant weather the fish will start to become accustomed to the conditions and return to normal activity. The passing of the weather fronts are the change factors. Cold fronts have the biggest negative effect.
Let us first define a cold front characteristic: high pressure, freaky high winds, and always high blue skies.
The first day after a cold front passes the fish movement is short in distance and duration. The resident fish bury up in heavy cover and are sluggish at best. With each day the fish movement will get better, but the movements will be best with the return of some cloud cover. By the forth day with constant weather the fish will return to normal movements.
Warm fronts are the fisherman’s catching fronts. Cloudy weather, dropping barometer, south to west winds are the predominant conditions.
If the water temperatures are warm these are good days for top water baits to be used when fishing from a fishing boat.
Good fishing and until we meet again next time,
Best wishes and,
Enjoy your Fishing.
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