Valuable Walleye Fly Fishing Tips

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Walleye fly fishing is a fun activity for anglers who are looking for a little excitement. However, even with all of the preparation in the world no walleye will be caught if the right tips are not followed. Here are some tips to use for the fishing trip.

The first of the tips to use is using bottom bouncer baits that feature a spinner-crawler rig. This can be useful because it can help to get into areas lower than twenty feet into the water. This can help to find walleyes that hide deeper into the water and can work with all kinds of lures and other baits that can be used for fishing. .

Using aquatic vegetation is one of the best tips to use. These are all items that are found in the water that can be used to help hide the angler from the walleye and therefore keep the walleye from running away. Floating vegetation is one of the instances of aquatic vegetation. This is typically slop that sticks to other weeds and goes with larger plants like lily pads and coontails.

Using submerged vegetation is another way walleye fly fishing is done. These are generally going to be found underwater. Not only do these help to cover the angler but it can also attract different kinds of fish. In fact, walleye will be attracted to submerged vegetation types like weedflats.

Looking for certain types of cover in the water is also useful because fish may be hiding in there with the assumption that an angler will not get in the way. Wood is one of the best examples. One of the tips to use is to look for wood so that walleye fly fishing can begin. Among these covers, include fallen trees, trees that grow into the water and wooden docks.

Another walleye tip to use is to use eye protection when fishing. This can be used to help make it easier to find fish and it will keep the sun from getting into one's eyes. Using polarized glasses is a great option to use. These glasses will help to reflect glare that comes from the surface of the water. It will help to make it easier to see when fishing.

Boats can be used in fly fishing at times. Having a drift boat that will be slow and comfortable is essential. However, being able to have appropriate boat control is a necessity in walleye fishing. Using control is one of the walleye fly fishing tips to use. Back trolling, for instance, can be used and is another tip that can be helpful. Back trolling works because it helps to reduce the speed of the boat as it travels. This helps to increase the level of control of the boat that will be used for fly fishing.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/valuable-walleye-fly-fishing-tips.html for more information on walleye fly fishing.
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Amazing Saltwater Fishing Records

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Back in 1953, on May 7th Lou Marron was onboard his boat, "Flying Heart" off the coast of Chile. They were fishing for billfish. The Captain of the boat was Eddie Wall, who'd done a lot of fishing for swordfish.

They spotted a giant swordfish and threw the line across it's nose, the fish turned away. They moved and tried again, this time the fish went for the bait. Lou was strapped in the chair waiting, the line moved out slowly, then began to speed up. Lou got the fish to the boat a total of twelve times, each time the fish surged away, after the thirteenth time Lou reached out and grabbed the leader, the fish thrashed, they got the gaff in it and managed to pull it aboard.

Back at the dock, the monster fish weighed in at 1,182 pounds, it was the largest fish ever caught up to that day. Many say this record will never be broken.

The first fish ever caught that weighed over 1000 pounds was caught in 1930 by Zane Grey off the coast of Tahiti. However the IGFA did not allow the fish since sharks had got a hold of it on the way to the boat. It was another 22 years before another fish weighing in at over 1000 pounds was caught again.

The current record for an all tackle catch taken on a 130 pound test line is a Blue Marlin weighing in at 1,376 pounds. However the most amazing Marlin is the one caught by Kelley Everett off the coast of Hawaii. He took it using skip bait tuna. It weighed in at 1,103 pounds, the amazing thing is, he caught it using a 30 pound test line!

It took an hour and a half to bring the fish close in with no pauses and no resting! The deck hands set three gaffs and hauled the fish through the transom door, then the race to shore was on. At that time the record stood at 626 pounds, and that's what the scales were set for, they reset it for 826 pounds, again the beam flipped up, the reset again and again until the fish was finally weighed at 1,103 1/2 pounds.

The most exciting record will probably never be broken. A Tiger Shark caught off a pier in the Carolinas.

It weighed in at 1,780 pounds after losing an estimated 10% of it's body weight! Experts say that if they had been able to weigh it when it was first caught it would have weighed in at over a ton! Not a bad day fishing off the pier! The Carolinas no longer allow shark fishing from the pier as it's "not good for tourism". That's why this record will probably stand forever.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Go to http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com/editorials/amazing-saltwater-fishing-records.html for more information on saltwater fishing records.
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Mississippi River Walleye Fishing Tips

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Walleye fishing on the Mississippi river is special. While other walleye enthusiasts are inside the warmth of their humble abodes during the winter months, dreaming about warmer weather and walleye fishing, those fortunate enough to be on the Mississippi River can actually BE out there with their hooks in the water, reeling in the catch of the day, walleye style!

Open water walleye fishing can be enjoyed all year round! Following the big drought that came at the end of the '80s, walleye began to spawn and hide in places in which they had not been previously plentiful. This version of survival of the fittest also saw walleye moving farther to the south, where they found spawning ground and hiding places where they flourished, making it possible to locate vast numbers of nice walleye all the way to St. Louis!

Near Dubuque, Iowa on the Mississippi, walleye stack up near the bases of the main lock and dam, particularly during the winter months, which allows walleye fishermen to catch their limit of nice walleye whenever the ice allows. Fish the deeper areas in the lower areas of the river during this winter fishermen's prime time as well for great walleye catches.

With spawning usually beginning by mid April, fishing is usually prime downriver around bend areas where the river bottom is hard and rocky, but walleye can normally be found spawning in the muddy areas and even in trees that are flooded and brushy areas. During early spring months, like May, walleye can be found in areas where the current tends to run a little slower, because their food sources are plentiful and easy to get at there. Muddy, flat areas are also good choices for finding walleye during May in the Mississippi, particularly inside turns near wingdams and downriver areas.

Rods with fast tipped spinners are good choices for catching walleye. Using eight lb. test line is a good choice with these when fishing for walleye. One suggestion that is good no matter what conditions or where you are fishing for walleye is to always watch your line for the slightest indication you have a bite, because walleye can bite lightly, and you have to be vigilant!

It is always a good idea to look for walleye in shallow water. Use the lightest weight jigs you can for the current in which you are fishing. Use a weight sufficient to allow your jig to just float to the bottom. The more naturally your bait seems to be, whether in color, appearance, or action, the more fish you will catch, and a jig that drops heavily and quickly, like stone will startle, rather than attract, the fish.

The jig size you choose matters too when fishing for walleye. Usually, jigs anywhere from a sixteeth of an ounce to a quarter of an ounce are good choices.

Cast toward the shore, and slowly reel the bait back. Take extra time to slow your reeling when you are close to likely spots (such as rocky areas) and watch for birds. Anytime you are fishing for walleye, and see lots of birds on the shore, there is a good chance the fish are there as well, because walleye and birds look for the same food source, and when these bait fish are present, the chances are the birds on shore can signal walleye are there too!

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/mississippi-river-walleye-fishing-tips.html for more information on Mississippi walleye fishing.
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Fishing For Catfish Beneath The Ice

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Whenever we think about fishing for catfish, most of us get these mental images of warm, sunny weather, bare feet, cane poles, and a generally summery outlook on things. So, when we start talking about icefishiing, no one ever mentions catfish as a possible quarry.

However, factually, lots of catfish are taken through the ice each year, and some species, especially Blue Catfish and Channel Catfish, are actually fairly eager biters in the cold water. So, the issue, really is one of first deciding to get yourself outside, and do some icefishing, and then, of setting up your rig to do the job.

There appear to be two "schools" of icefishing thought (pardon the pun), where cats are concerned. The original, old-school, lazy one, is that of finding a nice, comfy-looking spot that at least appears to be a likely hookup point for a decent fish, drilling a hole in the ice, and sitting next to your fire tub, or in your "fish house" (tent on the ice), and enjoying the outing, as much as the catching of any fish that might happen by. The second way of seeing things, is that each outing is a competition for a record volume catch, and as such, the fish must be militarily tracked down, cornered and exposed, and then taken by the bucketload.

For sure, a scientific and tactically-planned approach to your outing will probably yield the most fish. However, this viewpoint also requires the most equipment, as its proponents work among perhaps two dozen holes in the ice, and track the fish from spot to spot with sonar fish finders, while racing to the next hole on snowmobiles, and attempting to "head off" the fish at each hole as they move.

While the top producers in this "sport" can bag over forty fish an hour, there is still something to be said for skill and patience, in selecting your spot, baiting up, and playing on a level field, without a pile of electronics and machines to remove all hope for the catfish. After all, the sport of fishing includes both finding the fish, and the actual fight, once you set your hook. It just takes more nerve and determination, on the ice.

Regardless of your approach, you'll need the usual sturdy gear for cats - a strong rod with a decent spinning or star-drag reel, good braided or monofilament line, proper terminal rigging, and some nice, stinky bait. If you want to use a more conventional icefishing rig, a flag float or tip-rig will work OK, but remember the size of the fish you are after - these kitties are going to be a tough fight, and handling them without a rod is even tougher.

As far as bait goes, smell is even more important in cold water, than in the warm months, as the scent doesn't spread as fast, or present as strongly in the water, so the more potent the bait, the better. Small dead fish are still an excellent choice, especially for Blue cats. Puncturing the bait, or dipping it in some stinky adjunct, may be another possible improvement, to really get the scent going.

Some anglers feel that the color of the bait is of importance in icefishing for cats, due to the reduced spread of scent in the cold, but in deep water, it's quite dark, and catfish are known to have weak eyesight, so the importance of this factor is open for discussion. In nature, cats eat fairly dull-colored, smelly food, so, give 'em what they want. With smelly, natural bait, the only other issue is where to fish it, assuming the fish will take it, if they find it.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best catfish fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askcatfishfishing.com/editorials/cats-under-ice.html for more information on ice fishing for catfish.
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Winter Fishing Tips and Jigs for Crappie

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Crappie fishing in winter can be a daunting challenge but cheer up there is help. Super crappie fishing really begins after the ice is long gone in the spring but its cold now and we are hungry for that clean white morsel of meat.

So you ask how to catch the little guys and how to get that pan fish in your pan and when ice fishing there are only a few key items to consider: bait, location and ice.

When it is cold the fish are slower and their hunting patterns change. Do not forget this - EVER. We are not much different, we like our ice cream in the summer and chili in winter. Keep this in mind when fishing in any water temperature. Use fast baits in warmer waters and slower baits in colder waters.

When the waters are cooler and sometimes frozen everything below the surface moves slower so when choosing jigs pick ones that move slower, this means lighter weight too as it will not sink so fast. Many of the plastic jigs will move smoothly through the water, this is a great advantage in the spring months, but not so much in the colder waters.

Feathered jigs once wet will also smooth out and move quickly through the water but an artificial feather sometimes will fall slower than most plastics. Do not forget either that plastics will get stiffer when they get colder and this is part of the reason that smaller jigs work well in the colder waters.

When the water temperatures drop below 50 degrees crappie will seek shelter in almost any structure they can find, so choose a bait that will be found in shelter they are hiding in. Most waters will get a little clearer when they ice over. When this happens use smaller jigs.

I would also suggest using really light colors on the jig like yellows and whites. Some of the smaller plastics seem to work well for me I like to use smaller grubs or tubes. When I know the water is clear I start with white or very light colors and work towards darker colors. But as the visibility of the water changes go with a color that is only slightly lighter.

Remember most bait fish or insects are really trying to blend in to the background so you want to stand out just a little bit more. It really is not that hard when the waters are green use a slightly lighter green jig. But if the waters or currents are really active use a stiff plastic jig and if the waters are still use a feathered jig because they will look more lively.

Another good trick is to use a light colored body with a medium contrasting head. For example use a yellow grub with a red head or reverse it. But I've haven had a lot of success using opposite colors like red with green.

I know we do not carry a color wheel, although it might help, in our tackle box but if the color combination seems unnatural chances are the crappie might think so as well. You can use opposite colors if there is a gradient between the colors. Just avoid sharp contrasting colors as these do not appear readily in nature.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best crappie fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askcrappiefishing.com/editorials/winter-fishing-tips-and-jigs-for-crappie.html for more information on crappie fishing tips.
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Choosing The Right Clothing For Fishing Trips

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When people go about choosing the right clothing for fishing trips, they may throw caution to the wind and fail to put shoes on their feet. Their logic is that shoes will be uncomfortable and quickly find that their feet are terribly sunburned. They did not realize how important the right clothing is and now they were going to be miserable for hours on end.

Other fishermen feel confident enough in their fishing abilities to be able to judge the weather and stay at home when storm clouds are brewing. They might not think about staying at home if the wind chill at home is minus ten in the shade. They go out on the water or might stand on a pier and only wear a jacket with no covering around the ears. The frostbite that they received will now keep them onshore indefinitely while the ears and the rest of the body has recovered from the deep chill it received.

Some fishermen rely on the old standards of wearing a shirt with long sleeves. They might not take into consideration that sunshine can still get through and leave sunburned skin behind that will be memorable for years. When the able bodied fisherman finally comes in from their big day at fishing, they might have to fight a rash that they got from all the heat that their body was subjected to under those long sleeves shirts they wore.

Some people like to torture themselves and rely on standard sunblock products. Then they get comfortable and don shorts and sit on metal seats just by the water's edge. They might even put some suntan oil on their skin to deepen their tan just a bit more and are sorry with the results when they finally come back to shore. The sunblock and the suntan lotion cancelled each other out, and the metal in the chair left the fisherman hurting on the backside area of the body.

Some fishermen feel that they are confident enough in their ability to select the right clothes to go fishing in, that they will throw caution to the wind and go strictly for comfort. They rely on the covers on their pleasure boats to protect them from the damaging rays of the sun, and now everyone on shore can watch them glow when they come ashore.

Some people that fish fail to use common sense in choosing the right clothing when they fish. They do not take the time to dress for the amount of humidity in the air and are upset when they have to end a fishing trip early because they can not bear to sweat anymore. They probably failed to drink the right amount of fluids or to wear clothing that let the air flow through, but they will most certainly put enough thought into what they are wearing before they go out on the water again.

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Best Lakes in the Country and Tips for Lake Fishing Walleye

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Lake Winnebago in Wisconsin is a popular lake for walleye lake fishing. The depth of the water is at its peek with only twenty feet. The other areas stay around fifteen feet deep. The weed growth and some underwater reefs make this the best lake in Wisconsin to try your hand at walleye fishing.

Some of the anglers on this lake are using a jig with a night crawler or a plastic twister tail. They are fishing right out of the weeds over by Kelly's Point and Fraction Island. The recommend way to troll is using the back troll method with a night crawler and a spinner.

The thing to keep in mind when fishing a big lake like this is that every area is going to call for different types of bait. If you fish the open water, you want to use a slow troll. You will want to use a planner board with long rods with baits such as Shad Raps, Wally Divers and Thundersticks. In Lake Winnebago, anglers find anything with the color blue works the best.

Blackduck Lake in Minnesota is a well-known lake for some great walleye lake fishing. During the summer and winter, you find that this lake has some great fishing for everyone. The abundance of walleye is amazing. You can just sit by the shorelines and hook some nice sized walleyes. Keep in mind that the development of homes around the lake hampers the fishing in those areas, therefore, you need to fish the unpopulated areas of the lake. Up there in Minnesota, they just use a night crawler or a minnow to hook the big ones.

Lake Erie is a well-known lake for walleye lake fishing. Whether you are on the Michigan side, the Pennsylvania side or the Ohio side, you can enjoy some great fishing on Lake Erie. If you fish for walleye when the season begins, you will find more walleye around the sandy beaches and in shallower waters. This is typically after spawning. Use a bright colored minnow jig and you will have a nice catch for the day. As the season progresses, the walleye start moving into the deep waters where you are going to change your habits and your bait.

Lake Gogebic in Michigan is a well-known lake for walleye lake fishing. For an inland lake, this is one of the more popular lakes that has a large walleye population. The walleyes hide in the weeds and rock structures under water. After spawning, you can find more than your share of walleye in some of the bays on the lake. The most popular bay is Bergland. The walleye hang out around the new weed growth and are ready to strike. The standard bait can be used as the walleye are striking anything since they are hungry after spawning. During the summer months, you can use a quarter ounce jig with a minnow to hook a walleye. They hide in the deeper water by the weeds and rock formations.

Devils Lake in North Dakota is a real hot spot for some walleye lake fishing. Most anglers on Devils Lake like to fish the trees where they say you can catch some nice sized walleyes. However, they do not sit and fish in one area, they do a slow troll and use a Shad Rap, which is minnow colored. The best weather conditions seem to be cloudy and if you have a slight drizzle it can be some awesome walleye fishing. If it not unusual to hook some twenty inch walleye in about fifteen inches of water.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/walleye-lake-fishing-best-lakes.html for more information on walleye lake fishing.
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Jug Fishing for Cats

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Of all of the numerous tried and true methods for hauling in a big catfish, jug fishing, or "juggin'" is one of the most popular among seasoned catfishermen. Jug fishing's simple approach and high return, combined with the low cost of the materials needed to make a jug fishing rig, make it popular among a great many anglers everywhere, both for sport, and for commercial fisheries, too.

Jug fishing's main advantage is that it can be carried on, unattended, leaving the fisherman free to set more jug lines, or tend the ones that are taking fish. Also, free-floating jugs can cover a great deal of water area. As a result, jug fishing is usually highly productive, and a great way for families or groups to engage in catfishing, especially if kids or beginners are involved.

Jug fishing is best practiced in mild-current rivers, and pond or lake conditions, as too fast of a current will take the jugs away quickly, making their retrieval difficult.

The basic strategy of jug fishing is simple - set up a series of jug fishing rigs, float them out over a wide area of water, possibly with different baits, slung at different depths, and see what comes calling. Then, after you get a bite, if you're really keen, you can bring in the non-producing jug rigs, and re-set them with the successful bait and depth combination, which will then keep you very busy hauling in fish.

Building a jug fishing rig is simple. To make one, you will need some sort of powerful float (the jug), a length of heavy trot line, a couple of hooks, a weight, and your favourite bait.

First, a word on jugs. As the name implies, the original floats used in this technique were, and often still are, empty jugs of some description. Pop bottles, bleach bottles, or any empty, sealed container will do. Plastic containers are best, due to lower weight and greater durability than glass. Commercially manufactured products are also available for jug fishing, many of which are smaller, lighter and easier to manage than the conventional standbys.

Admittedly, 20 bleach bottles in your boat takes up a lot of space. It should be noted, too, that many jurisdictions have regulations on the types of fish than can be jugfished for, the design of the rig, and the color of the jug - usually, white is the rule. Check your local regs, though, before setting out on a jug fishing expedition, or any fishing trip, to make certain you are fishing legally.

To build the rig, you will need to make a couple of decisions regarding the length of the jug line. Ideally, you want the jug line to float freely, but the deepest end of the rig should be close to the bottom, maybe two to three feet above it. If you don't know how long to run your lines, try making a few of different lengths, and setting them out across your fishing area - some will get more attention than others.

Having decided on the length of the lines to run, cut your jug lines accordingly. Fasten one end of a line to the neck of the jug, or to the fastening point, on a commercial product. On the other end, tie a reasonable weight, enough to keep the line down, but not so much that it overly tensions the line, or over-weights the jug. Now, tie two hooks on each jug line, one, about a foot or two above the weight, and one, maybe six feet above the weight - Palomar knots work well for this.

This system puts two hooks in the water, lays twice the bait out, and sets baits at differing depths, to cover as many bases as possible. Further, if the line floats into shallower water, while the sinker and one bait may end up out of commission, the higher hook will usually still be in a position to get a bite.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best catfish fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askcatfishfishing.com/editorials/jug-fishing-for-catfish.html for more information on jug fishing for catfish.
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Goin' Juggn' for Catfish

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Of the numerous unmanned fishing tactics available for catfish angling, jug fishing is one of the most popular, and a very effective method, too. Since each jug will be rigged with usually one, or sometimes up to three hooks on the line, and since "juggers" most often use more than one jug at one time, the amount of bait being fished increases considerably and the bait is also spread across a wide range of area and depth, making finding fish less difficult. In jug fishing, the basic idea is to put together your jug rigs and baits, and release the jugs into the waterway, to float where they may.

Depending on the conditions where you are fishing, this may mean releasing the jugs to float down river, or just around a pond or small cove, to ease their way past all the best fish hideouts. In river fishing, jug fishing is valuable for its ability to cover significant distance, since free-floating jug rigs can end up a good distance down river.

In a wide river, if they are released at the right spot, with a run of straight water before them, a group of jugs can often freely float for over a mile. Of course, jugs must also be followed as they go, to stay on top of any fish that hit, and land them, and then, to collect the empty jugs for another drop, or, to take your floats back out of the water when you are finished, and reduce pollution in the water.

Never leave jugs you aren't following up on, in the water. Following your jugs will require a boat, mostly, which you can float in, silently, as you whisk downstream, after your jugs. If you cannot get a boat, or if there are a lot of snags or underwater structures present where you are fishing, one possible solution, is to create an "anchorline", using your jug rigs as floats for your baits.... a version of jug fishing, with a tether.

By doing this, you can control your jugs, and still maintain access to them from the shore, and with several jugs, you will still reap the benefits of the having multiple lines in the water, with the same depth control and free-range bottom cover offered only by "juggin'".

Jug fishing is most useful in slower current rivers, or lake and reservoir conditions, as a really strong current will wash the jugs downstream very quickly, making them hard to retrieve easily.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best catfish fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askcatfishfishing.com/editorials/goin-juggn.html for more information on jug fishing for catfish.
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Tips on Finding Reliable Bait-Casting Tackle

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Bait casting is the most widely recognized method of taking game fish on artificial lures in the United States, although the spinning-gear user (including the push-button fisherman) is closing in on the plugger's - as bait-casters are called - long-time lead. All but a few die-hard spin-fishermen, however, would argue that husky muskies, big bass, and giant northern pike are best fished for with bait-casting tackle.

The basic functions of bait-casting tackle, as with any fishing gear, are to put a big meal before a big fish, to hook him solidly when he strikes, and then to control his frantic struggle to escape. The meal used in bait casting can be an artificial lure, or such natural bait as a minnow, a worm, or a grasshopper weighted, if necessary, to carry it properly to the fish.

I always recommend that the beginner purchase a moderately priced outfit. The difference between inexpensive tackle and medium-priced outfits is only a few dollars, but the difference in enjoyment and in ease of learning is great.

When you have learned to fish and feel that you are ready to move up into the expert class, you can purchase expensive gear. For the average fisherman, however, a moderately priced outfit will give many years of service and pleasure.

When purchasing fishing equipment, be sure that you buy the products of a nationally known manufacturer. Your local tackle dealer carries them and will be glad to show them to you. This advice holds true for all fishing equipment.

Let us take a look now at the rod that should be used in bait casting.

Rods

Today the average rods made for bait casting have a pleasant degree of lightness and flexibility. The vast majority are tubular glass fiber. The weight of the lure is one of the most important factors in choosing a bait-casting rod. In catalogues rods are generally classified extra-light (XL), light (L), medium (M), or heavy (H) action. (Action means the spring of the rod, the whip that shoots the bait out over the water during the cast.)

These four terms refer not to the type of action, but to the average weight of the lure that the rod will handle efficiently. As a general rule, an extra-light rod is adapted to lures of 1/2 ounce in weight or below; a light action rod handles 3/8- to 1/2-ounce lures; a medium is best for s-ounce lures; and a heavy, those above w ounce.

The weight of the standard lures for various kinds of fish will be plainly marked on the lure itself or on the box that holds it. The beginner who doesn't know in advance what the routine lures weigh should browse through the ones displayed by his tackle dealer to decide what weights he'll use most. Most rod manufacturers today have adopted the use of the XL, L, M, and H marking I mentioned earlier.

Remember that the biggest fresh-water game fish that ever swam probably could be landed on an extra-light rod, but if you intend to cast 3/4-ounce lures, you need a fairly stiff and powerful rod. On the other hand, it would be difficult to cast 3/4-ounce lures successfully with such a rod; they call for one that is lighter and more flexible.

The lengths of modern glass fiber bait-casting rods usually range from about 5 feet, 2 inches to 6 feet. Again, the kind of fishing and the weight of the lure will determine the length best suited to you. For casting lures weighing less than 1/2 ounce, an adequate rod should have light action, should measure approximately 5 feet, 8 inches to 6 feet long.

For lures in the 1/2- to 3/4-ounce class, a 5-foot, 8-inch rod with medium action should be about right. For lures ranging from 3/4 ounce and up, a good bet is a heavy action rod about 5 feet, 2 inches long. While some bait-casting rods are two-piece, the majority are one-piece with a detachable handle.

Choose your rod carefully and you will greatly enhance your chances of catching fish.

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Effective Fishing Lures for Walleye Fishing

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The ability to catch walleye when fishing will be heavily based on the fishing lures that are being used. There are certain effective fishing lures for walleye that can help to attract the walleye to the line and therefore make it easier to hook a fish. Many different types of lures can be used for getting walleye in all depths of water and can be used with all sorts of different hooks. However, the main goal of these lures is to get the attention of the walleye.

The main rule of thumb for effective fishing lures for walleye is that the lure should be one that is going to be easy for the fish to be able to attach to the lure. A walleye will inhale the lure therefore, hooking itself. The size of the lure will be a factor because if a larger lure is used, the walleye will inhale it and it should hook instead of being swallowed.

Jigs are effective fishing lures for walleye. A bullet or tube jig is one of the most effective fishing lures for walleye anglers to use. This is a type of jig that features a tube skirt covering the lure. This is generally going to weigh either one ounce or three quarters of an ounce. It should be used with a 1/0 or 2/0 hook. A nite-crawler should be attached to the lure for increased efficiency.

Using bright colors is also effective to use among all effective fishing lures for walleye fishing. A typical jig head that has bright colors that can help to make the jig look alive and therefore trick the walleye in believing that the lure is a real creature. Hologram baitfish colors are among the most effective colors to use in that they will be able to shine and will be brighter than that of other colors that may be used in fishing.

For all effective fishing lures for walleye fishing, a blade spacer is a great thing to use. This helps to keep the lures from being grouped together so that the walleye will be able to be attracted to the lure. This attraction will be the result of the fish finding a larger group of bait that is well spaced out. Of course, the space should be lifelike and bright enough to create a shine that makes it look like a real creature.

Floater jigs can also be used as lures. A float jig is one of the most effective fishing lures for walleye in shallow waters where walleye may be present. A good floater jig will be one that is made out of foam. It floats over moss, rocks, weeds and other covers that may be common. This will be very useful for all fishing activities that will take place in areas with plenty of color.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/effective-fishing-lures-for-walleye-fishing.html for more information on walleye fishing lures.
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Tips and Tricks for Catching Walleye in Rivers

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Many people who fish the rivers, fish by the dams and mouth of the rivers in the spring, but some of pros suggest that there are even better places to hook the walleye instead of being bunched together by the dams and the mouth of the river.

Some of the pro walleye anglers like to head about five to ten miles downstream were they find the walleye that have not even made it up to the spawning waters yet. This is true because not all walleye spawn at the same time nor do they always spawn in the same place as other walleye.

If you find a river area that has rock structures, springs, and rubble flats or has a deep transition shoreline, you are going to find some good walleye fishing. In order to find the perfect place on a river to fish for walleye, you need to look for the area that has something that is characteristic of the walleye. Sandbars, a ledge or current break are habitats for the spring walleye. Do not try to fish a big area, fish sections at a time. If you start out big, you will lose the best spot and maybe the big walleye.

Another good tip for fishing the deeper rivers is that when the walleye are trying to fight the current upstream, they sometimes take rest in the deep holes underwater. Here you can use a heavier weight with a three-way swivel and a crankbait to drop into the deep holes where the walleye are staging. You will find the more walleye on their way upstream will be found in these areas if you are not finding them in the other areas of the river. The current in these staging holes is slower than that of the top water current.

Every river you fish is going to be different as well. You might fish with a crankbait in one river and find out that another river you are going to need a jig with a small minnow. The size of the minnow is going to depend on the time of year you fish the walleye. Before spawning, a tiny minnow is best, but after spawning when they are replenishing their food intake, you can start using bigger minnows. Right before winter, a larger minnow works because the walleye are gorging for the winter months and are going for the bigger baits.

If you find that the weather is slightly colder on a given day, you might want to give up the lake fishing and head to the river. Walleye will stay on the river side if the temperature cools down. The river water temperatures are slightly higher at this time and the walleye move around more in the river water than they do in the colder water. If you find some weed beds, you want to try using a tub bait, which will allow you to fish the weeds for the walleye. Using a three-sixteenths to a half ounce jigs works the best for this in the river.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/river-walleye-fishing-tips.html for more information on river walleye fishing.
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Iowa Walleye Fishing Spots and Locations

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While in Iowa, you can find some excellent sots and locations to fish for walleye. The first spot that comes to mind is at Big Creek Lake a few miles from Polk City. This lake was however, a non-fishing lake because of all the problems it had. The DNR went in, drained the entire lake, and stocked it once again with excellent results. Here is the place to catch some good size walleyes. This lake is an angler's delight for walleye fishing. They do however have some length restrictions for the walleye, which is fifteen inches with a limit of three catch and keepers a day. If the walleye is over twenty inches, you can only have one of those.

The lake has many great spots to fish for walleye since they rebuilt the lake. They added many rock piles for the walleye to hide. It has been said that trolling the waters by the rock piles has the best results for catching walleye. You can obtain a map of the lake with the locations of the rock piles so you know where the best spots are to find the walleye. You will find this map through the Iowa DNR website or at an area bait shop.

Another great fishing location is Brushy Creek Lake by Des Moines. Although they first starting stocking the lake in the late 1990s with walleye, you can catch a walleye if you know the hot spots where they hover. It is very possible to catch up to sixteen-inch walleyes and sometimes a twenty-two inch walleye is not out of the question. Although the lake is extremely deep, the angler has a real fishing experience when hooking the big walleye. There are many different spots in the lake where rock piles hide the walleye. There is such a lake cover on the lake that you may have a problem deciding where to cast the bait. Many anglers have found that drop and reel in very slowly not to make any fast movement works well.

The waters of the lake are exceptionally clear and you will want to have a pair of sunglasses along to protect your eyes on sunny days. This is also when the walleye seek deeper water levels. If you have a chance to fish on Brushy Creek Lake on a cloudy or slightly windy day, you will find the walleye bite more.

If you happen across Little River Lake by Des Moines, you might want to stop a throw a line in for a little walleye fishing. Although many anglers have since abandoned this lake, there are many nice sized walleyes just waiting in wait for your bait. The reason is that other anglers fish the newer lakes like Three Mile and Twelve Mile. Yes, these lakes are great for walleye fishing, but one can enjoy the thrill of catching a walleye on Little River Lake without distractions from other anglers.

You will find that the walleye you catch on this lake are actually about twenty to twenty-two inches long. It is not impossible for them to be as much as eight pounds. The best way to fish this lake is with a troll and drift. You can start you fishing around the boat ramp on the northeast. The area around the campgrounds is also a great place to fish the walleye year round. They like the drop-offs and the rock formations in that area. You are going to try this lake before heading onto some others in the area. You will more than likely have the lake and the walleye to yourself.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best walleye fishing information possible. Go to http://www.askwalleyefishing.com/editorials/iowa-walleye-fishing-spots-and-locations.html for more information on Iowa walleye fishing.
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Florida's Best Saltwater Fishing

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Florida is often viewed as a saltwater fisherman's paradise. Hundreds of miles of coastline offer a wide variety of available fishing experiences and locations. The state's unique make-up offers access to the Gulf Stream, reefs, wrecks, estuaries, bays, inlets, and rivers - enough variety to keep an eager fisherman busy for a long while. There's an opportunity to land everything from marlin to bonefish, depending on where you choose to look.

Undoubtedly, one of the most popular and oft caught fish in Florida is the snook. With its tremendous force and resilience, the snook has proven to be a worthy opponent sought after by many a fisherman. Other popular Florida species of fish include the sailfish and bass. However, with Florida's varied geography, the opportunity to exists to catch a wide variety of fish, depending simply on where you choose to fish.

The Gulf Stream is one of the most popular fishing destinations in the country. It boasts a wide variety of gamefish, including blue marlin, wahoo, sailfish, dolphin, kingfish, swordfish, yellowfin and blackfin tuna, and sharks. Trolling lures and live baits will be your best shot at landing one of these fish, though according to reports, offshore fly fishing has increased in popularity in recent years.

Rivers also provide a good amount of opportunity for a saltwater fisherman seeking to do a little recreational fishing. The overhanging trees and shrubbery covered shorelines allow fish to avoid contact with direct sunlight, thus encouraging them to flock to such locations. Though when you are fishing a Florida river, it's best to remember to avoid dead trees limbs or any other obstructions that might be in your path. Also, it's a good idea to cast up current.

Another great fishing spot in Florida is the flats, which are basically the trademark of the Florida Keys. People employ a number of methods when fishing in the flats - from wading to casting from the shoreline to fishing from a boat being silently navigated by a guide. Many fishermen choose the wading technique because the readily available snook or redfish usually reside in shallow waters (specifically those that are less than two feet in depth). If you're interested in a little night fishing, you may want to look into fishing from one of Florida's many bridges.

One good method is to cast a jig tipped with a shrimp up current and hop it back to the piling. Though you'll likely lose a few rigs in the rocks, you'll also stand a good chance of catching snook or tarpon. Most ideal fishing bridges are located in the Keys There are also a couple of good ones in Tampa (such as the Sunshine Skyway). Because fishing from bridges is relatively popular in Florida, some bridges actually offer catwalks and other facilities conducive to fishing. However, some bridges don't allow fishing either, so you need to make sure to be aware of posted regulations.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Go to http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com/editorials/floridas-best-saltwater-fishing.html for more information on Florida saltwater fishing.
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General Saltwater Fishing Regulations

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Saltwater fishing regulations vary depending not only where you are in your country, but where you are in the world. Nations claim a certain number of miles offshore before international waters commence and it is in these national waters that a country may regulate. In addition, in the United States, each state may have its own regulations.

For example, in the state of Texas, restrictions may be enforced from shore to within nine nautical miles from shore and on any fish that is taken within two hundred nautical miles of Texas shore and brought onshore into Texas. You should consult your local regulations to be able to have the information to remain compliant.

Saltwater fishing regulations generally restrict both weight and daily bag limitations of the indigenous species that are found off its shores. This is regulated by the sales of saltwater fishing licenses that must be renewed on an annual basis. On certain species, the limit might be so restricted that an additional stamp must be purchased in addition to the standard license.

What decides the size and bag limit each year? The authorities for each responsible region conduct periodic studies of species populations and propagation rates and calculate how many fish can be taken in the next season to keep the total fish population in balance. This is a very good example not only of conservancy, but of man controlling nature to ensure an adequate food supply, both for commercial and recreational purposes.

There was a time when redfish were so abundant that sport fishermen would catch as many as they could and sell the excess to local restaurants for a handsome profit, since it makes such a delicious meal. Those days are gone now although there is still some bootlegging and poaching going on. Not only that but neighboring Louisiana has much laxer laws and their fishermen catch the same fish out of the Gulf and transport them across state lines.

Red snapper is just another species whose bag limit has been reeled in in the past couple of years. The problem has been that since red snapper is such a good table fish that party boats have long gone offshore and used such devices as electric reels to net the maximum number of fish. This is not exactly the definition of sportsmanship. It would be better defined as "personal commercial fishing."

The end result is that these irresponsible fishing trips have resulted in such a decimation of the species that they are really in trouble and strict limitations have been imposed. Even so, the numbers have not rebounded as predicted. Some speculate that things in the food chain are just too out of balance. This is precisely why saltwater fishing regulations need to be predictive in nature and not a knee-jerk reaction which always comes after the damage is done.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Go to http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com/editorials/general-saltwater-fishing-regulations.html for more information on saltwater fishing regulations.
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Alabama Saltwater Fishing Areas

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Saltwater fishing off Alabama's Atlantic coast is some of the sweetest and most productive on the East coast. Part of the reason for this is the diversity of species commonly caught. Another bonus for the locals or anglers who choose Alabama as an angling vacation destination is the fact that the southern climes allow for a long and comfortable warm season.

Alabama has long been known for its Southern charm and hospitality so rest assured that you will find plenty of people to help you and point you in the right direction for any questions you might have, whether fishing or other activities you might be involved in while there.

A Diversity of Species to be Found

Are you an aficionado of night angling? Be prepared for some serious Flounder action. The tasty "flatfish" are bountiful on the sandbars of Mobile Bay. You can wade or approach quietly in a shallow draft vessel. The only other things you need are a lighting system and a gig. These rascals are experts at
camouflaging themselves with the sand, so look for the telltale hump with an eye.

There aren't too many fishing sights as exhilarating as watching a well-hooked Dolphin (also known in the restaurant as Mahi-Mahi or Dorado because exotic names warrant higher prices) leaping from the water displaying a rainbow of colors.

You can land the smaller ones, up to about ten pounds, close to shore from early May through October. The larger ones can be found farther out. The best way to locate Dolphin is to first locate a driftline (otherwise known as a "rip"). The driftline serves as structure for smaller bait fish and this is what the Dolphin prey on.

Once you've found one, look for action in the water and cast into it. This is where the real fishing begins. The trick is to leave that first fish on a stringer in the water. This will attract more of them and you can cast at your leisure.

More Shallow Water Angling

Do you like to fish shallow water? Alabama flats offer ample opportunity to land Redfish. These Reds like going shallow where they can feast on some of their favorite treats - small crustaceans.

To get up front and personal with this tasty fish wading is a good option, and the best way to get to the hot spots are by kayak or Florida flats-boats. Either way once you get there you'll have to find the fish.

Look for Reds that are "tailing", that is, swimming in water that is so shallow that their dorsal fins are out of the water waving around. This is a sure sign that they are feeding on small crabs and the like.

If you like a spinning reel, a gold spoon works well. If the flats are weedy, use a weedless rig or bait a hook with a live shrimp and toss it into the weeds. The Reds can find it by scent. But since Reds can be skittish, fly fishing is very effective. A low impact delivery armed with a small crab fly generally brings good results

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Go to http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com/editorials/alabama-saltwater-fishing-areas.html for more information on Alabama saltwater fishing.
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Saltwater Fly Fishing Tips

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Are you a seasoned freshwater fly fisherman or a saltwater fisherman looking to add a new and fresh dimension to your angling pleasure? Why not take up saltwater fly fishing? It is a wonderful pastime although it can be challenging.

If you are already doing freshwater fly fishing, be prepared to gear up for a different type of fishing. You will in all likelihood need a heavier rod, reel, and line. What is the reason for this? Well, unlike fishing freshwater, the ocean or bay tends to be windier and you need more weight to slice through the wind. Additionally, the fish tend to be heavier in the saltwater.

For example, the best models for all around use would be a rod 8-1/2 to 9 feet long. Line weight? Again, for all around use a 7, 8 or 9 weight line would be ideal. It goes without saying that you need to use a rod and reel balanced to your line weight. Of course these are just average weights. If you know you will be fishing in primarily low wind conditions, you can bump your line weight down three notches or so and for high wind, you can bump it up three notches. Since fly fishing equipment is expensive, do your homework and buy what will work for you.

The fly patterns used in Saltwater are different than the ones you would use in fresh water. This makes sense when you think of it because the food available to the fish is different. Remember, match the hatch. Some popular patterns are crabs, shrimp, baitfish, and marine worms. Just as with fresh water, what works splendidly on one day might be a total wash on the next.

How does the fisherman find the most productive water? Consider that tidal activity is the device that modulates the entire living environment of the shoreline. Let's consider the Gulf of Mexico since that is what I am most familiar with.

Passes and estuaries bring in fresh saltwater from the Gulf and approximately six hours afterwards return a more diluted mix of water back to the Gulf. Flats and estuaries go through a cycle of being flooded and almost drained. This serves to provide the food eaten by the baitfish and other prey that attract redfish, drum, trout, and other gulf game fish.

This constant flooding/flush cycle generates natural channels. All life forms use these channels as "roads" on which they travel. These channels are any number of sizes, depending on local conditions. They can up to a hundred yards wide and several inches or a few feet deeper than the surrounding bottom. Phytoplankton languidly float in the prevailing current and your baitfish come along next, because phytoplankton is their primary food source. The game fish you are after navigate these "roads" and feed on the baitfish, crabs, and other prey. You, as a fly fisherman, use these same roads to find and flush out your prey, which is of course the game fish.

So you see, you are just another part of the natural cycle of life. By becoming familiar with the local tides (you can buy a chart or just reference the newspaper) and the whereabouts of your channels, the fisherman can find the areas where game fish are active and the when their feeding is most likely to be aggressive.

Now let's take a few moments to consider how you are going to get to the fish. If you are fishing close to shore, say on a pier or on the shore, you can just find a spot where you judge the fish to be and where you can make a good presentation. A popular alternative to this is wading. If you are wading, stingrays can be a real problem. Fortunately, some of the newer waders on the market are made of a material that deals with this very effectively. One case of stepping on a stingray's tail will ruin potentially a month's worth of fishing as you recuperate.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Go to http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com/editorials/saltwater-fly-fishing-tips.html for more information on saltwater fly fishing.
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