Isn\’t this what we would all, as anglers, like to do. Catch more fish? Of course it is, and catching more fish can be more simple and easy than you might have imagined. In this article I\’m going to reveal come simple tips and techniques that will help any angler in their pursuit of catching more fish.

The first thing to keep in mind is that almost every species of fish is heavily influenced my two forces of Mother Nature, and understanding this (and using this information to your advantage) is integral to catching more fish. Remember anyone can go out and chuck some bait or a lure in the water, but this most certainly doesn\’t mean that they\’ll catch fish. If you want to catch more fish, paying attention to Mother Nature is a key.

When I refer to the phrase \’Mother Nature\’, I\’m referring specifically to the weather and moon. These two natural forces play a huge role in the behavior and feeding activity of fish. For example, fishing is always better when the moon is in certain phases. Fishing is also better after a certain type of front passes through your fishing area. Were you aware of this? Well, now you are and as you gain knowledge about the weather, moon, and fishing you will catch more fish.

How am I so sure of this? Because I\’ve personally been using the weather and moon to my advantage for more than 20 years, and know how effective it is. For example, whenever there is a new moon, I\’m on the water fishing. Fish always bite more readily during the three to four days surrounding a new moon. The bottom line is that if you want to catch more fish, learn how the weather & moon affect fish and begin using this information to your advantage.

Another great tip that will help you catch more fish is to always make sure that your bait and/or lures appear as realistic as possible. This is why, if you\’re a bait fisherman, gang hooks should always be employed. Gang hooks are the best way to present live bait (especially worms) in a natural manner. If you\’re a bait fisherman, lures such at the KickTail Minnow should be employed. These lures are as realistic as can be found anywhere. Catching more fish is a ton easier when your offerings are realistic.

Keep these simple tips and techniques in mind (and use them) and catching more fish will become much easier. Many times the simplest things in life are the most effective and fishing is no different. Keep it simple, study your craft, and above all spend as much time on the water as you possibly can. Keep these things in mind and catching more fish will become a cake walk.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country…..Montana!

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There are many types of big game fishing that you can seek out.
Everything from Swordfish, Marlin to Sailfish can be caught
with the right boat and skipper to guide you.

One thing to bear in mind though, is that if you want to catch the
big game, this won’t happen quickly and won’t be very either. In
fact, you could be running into thousands per day if you want to
charter a large boat capable of landing a huge fish.

To catch big game, you need to spot them. This is different from normal
methods of fishing. You don’t just throw out your bait, sit back
and hope for the best. You actually need to stalk the fish, find
out where they are and then move in for the kill. Seeing small
bait fish on the surface moving rapidly is usually a good sign that
there is something lurking below chasing them.

If you are fortunate to hook a big game fish, you need to be prepared
for what is about to happen. You’ll almost certainly be strapped into
a chair by a harness and be prepared to play for fish for sometimes
a few hours. Yes, that’s hours! It will almost certainly be hot where
you are fishing too, so this will take a lot out of you. Drink plenty
of water and keep hydrated. This will prevent you from becoming too
tired and still be able to fight with the fish. The crew will play a
vital role for you. They will reel in the other rods and strap you
into the chair and do everything they can to help. So finding a good
skipper and crew is vital to your success in big game fishing.

Marlin and Sailfish will literally jump out of the water when they
are hooked. It’s sometimes quite unbelievable to see a huge fish
jumping hundreds of yards away that is actually attached to your
line! This is also a crucial part in the fight too, as this is when
many times they will shake the hook out of their mouths and then
the fight is over.

Catching a big game fish is one of the most exhilarating types of
fishing you can do. It’s hard work but well worth it once you get
to have your picture taken holding a monster fish in your arms.

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Lake turnover is an interesting phenomenon typical of most lakes that experience winter ice-over conditions. The best fly fishing lakes in the Kamloops area are no exception.

There are two times during the year that small lakes experience “turnover”, in the spring and in the fall. In most cases, it’s the spring turnover that is of most interest to the fly fishermen who are dying to get going with their season.

So what is Lake Turnover?

Lake turnover usually occurs 1-2 weeks after the ice comes off the lake in the spring. The spring sun melts the ice and warms the surface water until it eventually reaches it’s most dense state st 4C (39F). This most dense or heavier water now follows the laws of physics and wants to sink to the bottom. As it begins to sink it displaces the less dense water below causing a complete flip-flop of the water column in the lake.

In the fall, lake turnover occurs before a lake freezes over. The air cools the upper layer until it reaches it’s most dense state and then drops to the bottom. The lake then continues to lose heat and as the temperature dictates, the lake finally freezes over.

Why is this of concern?

In both cases “the turnover”, combined with wind, is natures way of re-oxygenating the water. Both winter and summer seasons induce layering of water creating temperature bands (called thermocline). This lack of oxygen can be detrimental to fish and in many cases, causes winter or summer kill of the fish. The mixing of the water created by the turnover and those welcomed spring and fall winds, re-oxygenate the water to healthy levels critical to fish survival.

Turnover is quite an event for the body of water in which it occurs. It stirs up the lake bottom creating floating decayed vegetative debris and drastically increases the turbidity of the water. Oxygen levels decrease for a short period and the fish usually turn off from feeding. This event usually last from 1-2 weeks, depending on the wind. When the turn is done, the oxygen levels rise quickly and the fish, god bless them, get hungry and start to feed again.

So, if you come across a lake in the spring that looks dirty and full of debris, take note and get the heck out of there because you will most likely be wasting your time. Go back there in a couple of weeks and you may enjoy some of the best fishing of the season.

Dave Ouellette worked as an Engineering Tech for Ducks Unlimited Canada in the British Columbia interior for 11 years and had a virtual run on some of the best fly fishing lakes in BC. While constructing over 200 conservation wetland segments in southern /south-central BC, Dave managed to fish almost as many lakes and streams in his travels. Now, as an avid fly fisherman, Dave spends most of his ice free seasons devoting intense research and development days to the rainbow trout of the Kamloops area lakes.

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Finding discount fly fishing gear can save you a great deal of money.
Being a fly fisher I know that fly fishing equipment can be pretty
expensive depending on what you’re looking for and where you shop.
However there are some places online that offer great discounts at
bargain prices on name brand fly fishing equipment. Some of these
companies are well known and have been selling fly fishing gear and
other outdoor gear for years.

So why do some of these companies offer discounts on fly fishing gear?
There is a couple of answers to this question. Sometimes it’s to reduce
built up inventory of a particular model or brand name, to make room
for next years new fishing gear. Or, they will offer a beginning of the
season or end of the season sale on fly fishing equipment.

There are many sites online that offer great discounts on fly line,
waders, fishing vests, fly rod and reels, float tubes and other fly
fishing accessories.

There are online outlet stores that just specialize in liquidating all
kinds of fishing gear and other brand name outdoor gear. They are
constantly purchasing name brand overstock and closeout fishing gear
and discounting it anywhere from 30% to 50%. This is where the best
discounts on fly fishing gear are usually found. The only draw back
with online outlet companies is that their inventory changes regularly.

You can find some excellent discounts on name brand gear like Simm,
Sage, Cortland, Patagonia, Redington, Scientific Angler, Orvis and many
other well known name brand fly fishing equipment manufacturers.

In Summary: Before you purchase any new fly fishing equipment take some
time to shop online and look for those special discounts which will
save you a lot of money in the long run.

For more information on where to find great deals visit discount fly fishing gear. You will also find information on other fly fishing gear sales.

Understanding the depth/fish finder

The depth finder originated in the world of the submarines. We know it as SONAR or “Sound Navigation Ranging”. You might remember watching a movie that included submarines playing war games.

In terms for the rest of us, this is how SONAR works. Pulsed sound waves are sent through the water. When the wave strikes an object, like the sea bottom, a fish, the Loch Ness Monster or some other type of structure, the wave gets reflected back to the transducer. The transducer then organizes the information and sends it to the display.

The processor is programmed to know the rate of sound transmission through the water. With this information it can extrapolate the range or depth. Now that you have determined the depth, you can also determine what the fishing technique will be. It will determine what type of lure or bait you use.

In most cases you will look for underwater terrain that tends to be a location where fish congregate. This can be stumps, logs, underwater brush, drop-offs and channels. Fish activity might also be an indicator to the experienced fisherman. A tight ball of bait fish might indicate that a predator fish might be nearby.

SONAR cannot tell you what kind of fish is swimming below you, but you can determine, based upon the features underwater and the behavior of the fish, what is a bait fish and what is a fish you would target as to catch.

There are many features that are not described here, but that is up to you to decide now that you have a general understanding of how the depth/fish finder works.

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A lot of you may have questioned from the very start as to why the Earth is the only planet which has been endowed with all the privileges that life has to offer. Indeed, there are numerous places all over the world that boasts of promising adventures and exceptional finds. There are travel destinations which prove ideal for trekking and others have caves that are good for spelunking. However, have you heard of the rich waters of Florida? Well, yes, the place is perfect for sports fishing.

For friends and families, Florida deep sea fishing is an adventure that must be tried. If your being a water enthusiast is an innate quality in you, then it is certain that you’ll find Florida deep sea fishing an adventure that must be looked forward to. The waters of the Florida beaches are in themselves the underworld of marine biodiversity. In particular, the Florida bay is a marine shelter that is the haven for tourists and those who’ve got the liking for marine adventures.

So what is the real nature of fishing? Generally, fishing means making use of those live baits together with the rods. The rods are usually made up of hooks and nylon cords. These tools are utilized to catch the fishes so even though you are sitting prettily on some small boat or wooden barge, you can be sure that the bait will attract the fish.

Fishing can be an adventurous experience most especially if your friends or your family will hold some competitions and prices will be rendered to those who are able to catch many fishes. Your visit to the beautiful place of Florida can become more comfortable if you get the most suited accommodations and if you could contact Florida deep sea fishing expert guides. These Florida deep sea fishing guides will definitely engage your group into the use of hired boats and deep sea fishing equipment as they take you to the exciting spots offshore.

Below are the fundamental insights on the variety of Florida deep sea fishing spots and sports that you can engage yourself with as you travel to Florida.

The Marathon Florida deep sea fishing spree. Marathon, which is nestled at the center of Florida, is abundantly surrounded by the number of tourist spots and many other worldly known fishing avenues. The fishing adventure held in this area will give you the privilege to catch the species of tarpon, barracuda, grouper, dolphin, snapper, billfish, marlin, sailfish, shark, jewfish, king mackerel, and all sorts of tuna.

The Islamorada fishing adventure. In Islamorada, there are likewise a sufficient number of species that you may catch. Among them are the permit, snook, redfish, billfish, Jack Crevalle, sailfish, snapper, large groupers, the marlin, and then the Wahoo.

Trips to the Florida Tarpon. This spot is actually one of the most sought-after when it comes to Florida deep sea fishing escapades. The fishing sprees in Tarpon can be done all throughout the day.

There are a lot of worthwhile activities which you may be able to find out in the Florida deep sea fishing exploit. Doing so is like an exhilarating time to commune with Mother Nature. Fishing is at all times a pleasurable activity. Just imagine the calming waters that may soothe your tiring and depressed spirit that you may encounter during one of the best vacations in your life. Florida deep sea fishing is the adventure that must not be missed out in your lives.

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Who among us doesn’t or hasn’t fished with live bait? I would venture a guess that almost anyone reading this article learned how to fish with live bait. Well, didn’t really learn how to fish live bait, but caught their first fish while using live bait. And not only live bait, but more than likely worms. Am I right? Live worms have long been seen as what people use to catch fish. What’s perplexing about live worms and using live worms as bait, is that the techniques that anglers use hasn’t changed much since the first hook was introduced to the marketplace. Most anglers buy a container of worms, some hooks and sinkers, maybe mix in a bobber, and go fishing. When they get to the water they intend to fish, they thread a worm onto the hook or create the popular “worm ball”, cast it out and wait. This is how many anglers fish live bait, and especially worms.

This is all fine and dandy when were eight years old, but there are much more effective ways to fish with live bait, and especially worms. When we’re using live bait, our goal is obviously to present an offering to the fish that they would normally eat anyway. The only difference is that when we fish we have a hook in the bait to attempt to catch a fish. The bottom line is that when we fish with live bait we want it to appear as natural as possible. This can be a difficult task with a live worm.

Sure, it’s easy to just thread a worm onto a size 4 hook, but how natural does it look? Not very natural at all. When fishing with live bait, especially worms, a set of gang hooks should be employed. What’s a set of gang hooks? A set of gang hooks is simply two small hooks tied in tandem. This enables the angler to present a worm in an outstretched and natural manner. A set of gang hooks eliminates the need to thread a worm onto a hook or simply hooking a worm over and over again, thus creating the ‘worm ball’. With a set of gang hooks, the angler simply hooks the head of the worm with the top hook, and then hooks the second hook into the body of the worm. This presentation makes the live worm look completely natural.

With practice, the angler can then cast this worm into the moving current of a river and have it bounce along the bottom as the worm travels downstream. Obviously split shot sinkers are used to keep contact with the bottom on the drift. As you can imagine, this natural presentation is deadly for fishing in moving water, and it can’t be accomplished without the help of a set of pre-tied gang hooks. Gang hooks are also effective for other types of live bait such as: minnows, leeches, hellgrammites, and they’re even great for power bait. The bottom line is that fishing live bait is every bit the art form that flea flickers claim their technique to be, it’s just that most anglers don’t fish live bait properly.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country…..Montana!

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We all want to catch more fish, right? Catching more and bigger fish always sounds like a good idea to me. One of the best ways to achieve the goal of catching more fish is to educate yourself a little bit and be come a better angler. I’m not talking about studying fishing for three hours a day and making the study of fishing like a job, bit keeping yourself up to date on what’s going on and learning new techniques is always a good idea. Think about it. What is it that truly separates a brain surgeon from the rest of us? Education, that’s it. They’ve spent a ton of time studying and learning their craft. We should spend time learning our craft as well. Successful anglers aren’t the people who grab their fishing gear twice a year and head down to the local pond or river. Those people never catch more fish, because they spend no time learning their craft.

One of the best techniques for catching more fish is to learn to fish live bait effectively. Many anglers think fishing with worms is for eight year olds and those people who go fishing gear twice a year. Although these two groups do use worms for bait, they surely don’t do it effectively. The people who learn to use worms effectively are more like the brain surgeons. Live worms are an incredibly effective way to catch fish, and not only fish, but trophy fish. The 1st key to fishing worms successfully is to present them naturally. That means when the worm is being used as bait, you want it to look like it’s not being used as bait. You want your worm to look like it just crawled out from under an underwater rock and is now in the water. The best single way to accomplish this is to employ gang hooks. Gang hooks are simply 2 small hooks tied in tandem, thus allowing the angler to rig a live worm in an outstretched and natural manner. Using gang hooks to fish your live bait effectively will help you catch more fish.

Another simple thing for an angler to do that will help them catch more fish is to make sure that your hands are clean before rigging up. Remember, a fish’s sense of smell is quite keen and the smell on your hands will transfer to the bait that you’re tying on. That bait could be live or a lure, it doesn’t matter. The point is that if you spilled gasoline on your hands, for example, that smell will transfer to your bait and result in many less bites. If the fish can sense a foreign substance they’re much less likely to try to eat it. When I’m fishing, I grab a handful of weeds or dirt and rub it in my hands before baiting up. This is quite effective for eliminating un natural odors from your hands.

These two simple techniques will help you catch more fish. Most of the most effective techniques are simple and easy. Spending a ton of money or buying the next gadget isn’t at all necessary. Many times the difference between catching fish and going home without a bite are as simple as the two techniques referred to in this article.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com. He has more than 15 years of business experience and 25 years of fishing experience. He currently raises his 3 year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country…..Montana.

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Many fishermen choose their lures by trial and error. They keep changing their hooks until they find something that works. I’m hoping with some of the following articles I will be able to take a lot of the guessing out of choosing your lure.

It doesn’t matter if the water is clear or murky because the spinner works in different ways to attract fish and get them biting. In clear water fish see the flash of the blades while in murky water they feel the vibrations and come looking for the hook. The nice thing about spinners is that they are relatively easy to use. You cast them and retrieve them straight because the hook does the work. And quite often when a fish hits a spinner they will usually hook themselves.

Spinner baits are a great hook for pretty much any type of fresh water fish. They will also work at any time of the year but they are especially effective in cold or warm water. This water makes the fish slow and sleepy and they really don’t want to chase anything but you can even get the blades on a spinner moving slow with a slow retrieval.

Different blades on spinners have different amounts of water resistance. A broad blade rotates at a greater angle. A large blade has greater resistance than smaller ones of the same shape. Sensitive tackle will help you feel the beat of the spinner better. Now if you don’t feel the spinner than you may be retrieving the hook too slow.

When fishing a spinner bait you want to use a stiffer rod so you can set the hook better when you get a strike. Using spinner baits for small pan fish you should use 2 to 6 pound test. For walleye and small mouth you should use 6 to 10 pound test and for bigger fish 12 to 25 pound test would be recommended.

It’s important to keep your spinner baits separated in your tackle box or you can waste valuable fishing time trying to untangle hooks when you should be fishing. Some people might disagree but I personally don’t like spinners around weed beds because I find myself spending more time getting my hooks unstuck from the weeds.

Dale Mazurek is a self taught fisherman for 35 years. He has won many different small tournament awards. You can check out his blogs at http://fishingtutor.blogspot.com/ or two more you can look at are http://affiliatemarketingfornewbies.blogspot.com/ and his newest on at http://funtidbits.blogspot.com/

How do you carry your live worms while fishing? Do you just carry the worm container around with you while you fish? Isn’t this kind of a pain in the butt, especially if you move around a lot? It sure was for me. That is until my fishing mentor introduced me to the convenience of the bait bag. He came up with the concept more than twenty years ago, and it’s the simplest and most effective apparatus that I’ve ever been exposed to.

It’s simply a bag that’s used to carry your bait while fishing, and it’s especially great for live worms. I’m going to let you in on my mentors’ ‘invention’, so that you can begin using a bait bag. You can either do what he did or buy a bigger and cooler one from JRWfishing, the choice is yours, but the bottom line is that you need to be using a bait bag to carry your worms.

The original bait bag that my mentor used was simply a cut off sock. He would cut the toe end off of a sock, and simply pin it top his fishing vest. Then he would take the worms from the container that he bought them in and transfer them into the sock (bait bag). Not the dirt, just the worms. And the worms would stay in the sock the entire time that he was fishing. They didn’t even crawl out; they just sit there waiting to be used. I started doing the same thing and it was great. What a great idea and it was so simple! The only problem with the sock bait bag is it’s size. One container of worms is this homemade bait bag’s limit.

Nowadays bait bags can be purchased from JRWfishing that are big enough for a couple of containers of worms, and are much easier on the eyes than an old sock. These bait bags are much more durable than an old sock as well. The bottom line is that you should begin employing a bait bag to carry your worms while fishing. Leave those stupid containers in your vehicle and just take the worms fishing. Then when you’re done fishing, simply return the unused worms to their container and put them in the fridge until your next fishing trip. What could be simpler?

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country… Montana!

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