Fishing Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 8th September 2008 @ 12:40 PM

Bass fishing is extremely popular and enjoyed by millions. Catching bass can be very challenging especially if you are going after those big ones. However, there are a few strategies that can help you be successful and reel in any size bass you go after. One of the first things that you need to do is get familiar with the bass. There are several species of bass but the most well-known are the largemouth, smallmouth, white bass and the stripped bass. The bass truly is a remarkable... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 8th September 2008 @ 12:38 PM

The FLW Bass Tour has much to offer anglers that take part in these fishing tournaments. The FLW Outdoor tournament received its name from the famous founder of the amazing Ranger Boats Mr. Forrest L. Wood. It is the largest and most well-known tournament organization located in the world. Thousands of anglers have the chance to win thousands of dollars in cash and prizes when they participate in these tournaments. If you are considering taking part in some of these tournaments then you m... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Martin Brinkmann @ Friday, 5th September 2008 @ 10:28 PM

Rainbow trout fishing is something that people of many countries and races have enjoyed for quite a long time now. A Rainbow trout is considered one of the hardest fighting and game fish that there is when it comes to competition fish sports. Rainbow Trout fishing was first introduced back in the 1900s in Argentina. In this area the fish have grown in rivers, streams and lakes creating a pretty good population of fish to be caught. The fish are considered to be some of the most colorful f... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Martin Brinkmann @ Friday, 5th September 2008 @ 10:13 PM

Alaska fishing, with its countless acres of untamed wilderness, it is truly the last American frontier. If you always dreamed of Alaskan fishing, go experience the excitement and breath taking beauty, and surround yourself with pristine snow capped peeks, outstanding woodlands and abundant Alaska fishing. Fishing in Alaska can be very exiting. salmon are all along Alaska's coast, and there are also giant halibut in the waters, plus while fishing you can enjoy some of the most beautif... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Kristi Ambrose @ Friday, 5th September 2008 @ 8:36 PM

I don't know one human being who doesn't enjoy fishing, myself included. In fact, in just the United States, well over 48,000 people fish as a sport and that doesn't account for the people that fish just for relaxation, or people that fish for other purposes. That's a big number, and actually there's a funny little stat answer I found on a website. Someone asked how many people in the US fish? And, someone answered "More people than those that watch football." I ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Martin Brinkmann @ Thursday, 4th September 2008 @ 9:53 PM

Northern Pike one of the most exciting and strongest fighting fish for brackish and fresh water. These exciting adversaries are a carnivorous fish. They are most abundant in the Northern Hemisphere. These area's include: Canada, Alaska, The Ohio Valley, upper Mississippi River and its tributaries, the Great Lakes and the states surrounding them (Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska). An interesting fact on Northern Pike is the latin translation of their name which is "waterwolf". Th... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Paul Hata @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 9:08 PM

Considered the most simple of all other lures, they got their name because they look like the head of a spoon. They act for the bait fish by doing a flickering and wobbling movement or action. Spoons are excellent for starters in lure fishing; easy to use and very affordable. Spinners The spinner is basically a blade wherein it does a rotating action on a spindle when being retrieved or taken back through the water as well as it gives off a flash as light is being reflected on the rev... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 9:04 PM

If you are a bass fishing enthusiast and visit a lake or pool with a high population of largemouth bass then the likelihood is that you have a working knowledge of he techniques that can be used to catch them throughout the year. After all, they do have certain behavioural patterns that they follow year in and year out. If you are a seasoned expert then you probably have it down to a fine art by now, but ho much thought have you put into the lures you use? Whether you are a novic... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 9:04 PM

The large mouth bass is an amazing species and one of the most sought after fish by anglers everywhere. Catching the large mouth bass is quite a challenge and loads of fun and with the right technique you can be reeling them in like crazy. When you want to reel in lots of large mouth bass you need to have the right lures. The lure is what gets the attention of the bass. Lures can be found in an assortment of sizes and different colors so finding something the bass is attracted to... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:58 PM

Fishing clubs are growing in popularity all the time because they have so much to offer any angler regardless of your fishing skills. You will find fishing clubs all over the world where you find anglers who take their bass fishing seriously. California is no exception and you can find scores of bass fishing clubs in this state. There are many great options available that will give you the opportunity to join a club and to have the greatest fishing experiences in your life. more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:57 PM

How much do you know about bass fishing kits? A fishing kit is something that all fishermen need even if they are only a weekend angler. You can't go fishing without a fishing kit. The deal with the bass fishing kits is the fact that it contains all of your tackle and it is the key to your success every time you go bass fishing. However, the number of tackle designed for catching bass is huge so it may be difficult to decide which ones you actually need. You may be able to fi... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:46 PM

Learning how to catch sea bass isn't necessarily difficult, but for inexperienced angler, it can be a learning curve of sorts. The key aspect to remember is that you definitely will need some practice and you will need to be ready for a fight. But, best of all, sea bass are going to be a fantastic catch to write home about. If you want to learn how to catch sea bass, there are some techniques that are sure to improve your chances. If you are surf fishing, there are a few tips that c... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:40 PM

Yellow Perch are a very easy fish to catch one you have located them. The key concept in perch fishing however is finding the fish. Yellow Perch are a fish that likes to travel is large schools. Unlike many other fish a school of perch can have fish of many different sizes, they do not school by size. When fishing for perch you need to realize that ninety five percent of the fish will be in less than five percent of the available water. They prefer a temperature of sixty six to... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:37 PM

Bass fishing is a pastime that can be enjoyed at any time of year by the millions of bass fishing enthusiasts all over the world. As bass are ever present in lakes, pools, rivers and even the coastal regions off some countries, it is possible to fish all year round. Obviously you have to tailor your style and technique to the bass area and the time of year, but if you can do that then there is no reason why you cannot experience good catch rates all year round. However, you need ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:28 PM

The bluegill is a round but flat fish. They have a small dark spot located at the base of the dorsal fin and the upper sides and back of this species is a dark olive-green color. The ear flat is solid black and its belly is a reddish yellow color. They also have vertical bars running up and down their sides. The bluegill is part of the sunfish family and they can be found all over the United States and in the northern part of Mexico. They are the most plentiful in the state of North Carol... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 3rd September 2008 @ 8:21 PM

When it comes to bass fishing, one of the most common questions even some experienced anglers ask is how to go fly fishing for bass. Perhaps the first consideration when fly fishing for bass is gear. If you have trout fishing rods, you can probably just use those for your bass fishing. About a six weight will easily suffice and get you started, but any fairly light rig will work. If you plan on fishing for lunker, and want to cast some really big flies, try a nine weight. If you a... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Paul Hata @ Tuesday, 2nd September 2008 @ 8:03 PM

There are two questions that should be considered when choosing the right boat: "What will be the fishing for?" and "where will the fishing activities be?" Always look for the signs of quality check the carpet and the compartments - they could be plastic, metal or fiberglass. Look at the little but very important things like the 1000 GPH bilge pump, the six gauge wiring instead of ten or eight that is because heavier wires gives more power from the battery up to the trolling mo... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Paul Hata @ Tuesday, 2nd September 2008 @ 7:50 PM

Being surrounded by nature's beauty can be fun. One can do it at the beach, in a luxury resort or just traveling out of town. Fishing is another good activity one can choose to do to bond more with either family or friends. There will always be challenges whether one decides to fish either in the river or in the open sea. The important thing to remember is to have patience waiting for the fish and doing the best to catch it when it appears. To be able to fish, a person needs ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Paul Hata @ Tuesday, 2nd September 2008 @ 7:28 PM

In fishing, trout are one of the favorite "fishing friends" of most anglers. These crafty fish are abundant anywhere. The native habitat of these crafty fish depends on the type of trout. For brook trout, the native habitat includes the territory from Labrador westward to the Saskatchewan, while the rainbow trout is a native of the Pacific slope from Alaska to California. On the other hand, brown trout has found its way into the waters of every state in the United States ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Paul Hata @ Tuesday, 2nd September 2008 @ 7:24 PM

When summer time comes and salmon are starting to run, many people who like fishing visit Alaska. Tourists tend to know when the salmon run starts. This may not be on purpose but they do know the best place to catch salmon is in Alaska. Alaska's waters make their tourists get the Alaska fishing guide and provide the tourists the best spots in Alaska for fishing. First, you have to know what kind of fish you want to catch. You can choose from different varieties of fishes like silve... more...