Fishing Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Friday, 24th October 2008 @ 7:35 AM

There are a huge amount of effective bass swim baits, but perhaps the biggest draw back to bass swim baits, particularly the most popular soft bass swim baits, is the fact that they are expensive, and they tend to get torn up pretty quickly. Here is a list of some bass swim baits that have proven themselves in the test of time, beginning with the least expensive and moving up to some of the more commonly priced soft bass swim baits that cost a little more. matts baby bass ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Friday, 24th October 2008 @ 5:44 AM

This article will discuss ten of the best bass fishing baits of all time. Each has its own specific use and none of them are universally successful. That is the beauty of the sport of fishing you must always have the ability to adjust to the circumstances. The plastic worm is perhaps the most commonly used bait, especially in the southern United States. It is not my first choice or even one of my top three choices but many have success using it. It is best fished very slow on the botto... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Martin Brinkmann @ Friday, 24th October 2008 @ 5:00 AM

There are many people who enjoy the sport of deep sea fishing. Deep sea fishing can take place anywhere within the open sea. Many people from all over the country go to Florida for the sole purpose of deep sea fishing. What are some of the things that are needed for this sport? Most important of all, I suppose, is a boat that would be big enough and strong enough to withstand the open waters of the sea. Also, you would more than likely need something to protect you from the sun's ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 22nd October 2008 @ 8:48 PM

The Yellow Perch is a very interesting fish. They are not known for being great fighters but are excellent table fare. They are the junior member of the Walleye family and share many of the same proclivities as the Walleye. As their name suggests their body has a yellow shade of color accompanied by vertical black bars and an orange set of pectoral fins. When it comes to catching Yellow Perch the more appropriate question is how to catch trophy Yellow Perch. Catching large quantities ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Wednesday, 22nd October 2008 @ 12:23 AM

Summer Crappie fishing is much different than fishing for Crappie in the spring. The main reason of course is the weather, more specifically the temperature of the water. Both White and Black Crappie spawn in the spring. In the southern states this can mean mid March to early April while it can be as late as the end of May before Crappies in the northern states spawn. After spawning occurs Crappie will often go through a phase were they are very actively feeding and are easy to catch. more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 11:16 PM

It is important to remember that speckled perch, or black crappies, can be caught in several different ways, and it really is a matter of finding what works for you best in whatever special conditions you are fishing. The best thing you can do is a little research. Once you are familiar with the area in which you will be fishing, and the variables caused by conditions in which you will fish, you are ready to make some decisions regarding the type of tackle you will use to catch speckled perch.<... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 3:36 PM

Walleye fishing is something that is done all over the country and Canada. Walleye are great tasting fish and because they are so popular, many anglers use different methods for catching them. Live bait is just one way to catch the walleye, but you do have to have a good presentation. It does matter what type of live bait you use, but also the size. Every different season will mean different sized bait for walleyes. For instance, spring right after the spawn will mean you want to use liv... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 2:34 PM

Choosing a saltwater fishing reel can be a complicated matter depending on many different factors. From a general standpoint you need to select a reel that will not corrode from the heavy saltwater that will inevitably land on your reel. Saltwater is much more destructive to a reel than fresh water so it is imperative that you clean your reels after each use with a cloth. If you will not be fishing again soon you should take the vital pieces apart and make sure they are cleaned and freshly oil... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 1:10 PM

Fishing for pike is one of the most thrilling experiences you will ever have. Pike are very energetic and will normally put up a remarkable fight. Sometimes they will put on an amazing show by leaping into the air and turning flips. Since they can be very aggressive when taking the bait they are considered to be a real challenge for both the novice and the experienced angler. Pike are a muscular species of fish with a long slender body. They also have a long wide snout and sharp pointed ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 1:08 PM

When it comes to selecting a good walleye fishing boat, you really do have some fine examples to choose from, but to get you started in the right direction, there are some pieces of advice that might help! You really have to consider that buying a boat is going to be a substantial investment for you, and you really do want to plan carefully, so you make a wise choice that is going to stand the test of time and trial. If you are in the fishing industry, your needs will be a little differ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 12:58 PM

When fishing for bass the are many basic principles the beginning fisherman must understand and employ in his efforts. Understand that the behavior of this fish not only changes as the season pass but also changes from day to day and sometimes even from hour to hour. There are many different artificial baits on the market that are designed to catch this fish. More money time and effort is spent concerning this species than any other fish on the planet. It is important that the beginnin... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 12:55 PM

Michigan State, especially the AuSable area has some fine walleye fishing. The waters are perfect for fishing eyes on any given day if you use some fishing tips that have been learned by others who have been fishing the area for years. Once you have some of the tips to use around the waters of AuSable, you will be catching your daily fill of walleye. There are some techniques and strategies to use and practice every time you enter the waters of Michigan. Make the most of this information... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 12:53 PM

In order to fish the Kentucky spotted bas, you need to understand a few things about the species. The average weight of spotted bass caught is about one to two pounds. Of course, this will depend on the area where you are fishing. The fight you will get from this small fish is remarkable. They are a feisty fish and will fight to get away from you. If you are going fishing keep in mind there are a few things that will repel the spotted bass. Bug spray, nicotine and hand lotion. If... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Tuesday, 21st October 2008 @ 12:46 PM

When it comes to catching bass, plastics are the bait of choice, and the choosing is getting tougher every day. The truth is, the best choice is one that works for you, and you might have to do some trial and error fishing to determine what it is that works best for you in the various locations and conditions in which you will be fishing, and formulate solid, workable approaches to all the different conditions as you go. Once upon a time, choosing which plastic bait to use was quite simpl... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Art Gib @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 8:49 PM

Make sure those fishing waders you just purchased keeping working for you like new. Here are some tips to ensure your waders have a long life. Breathable wader care and cleaning -- Hang, do not bundle, damp fishing waders after fishing or cleaning to prevent any damaging mildew. Remove suspenders and repair kit from inside front pouch prior to washing the waders. Store fishing waders in a cool, dry place. (1) Do not dry clean, (2) do not use chlorine bleach, (3) hand or machine wash warm.... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 5:51 PM

There are many common game fish you will encounter fishing in the Atlantic Ocean. I will discuss several of them in this article along with strategies on how to catch them. The Snapper is perhaps the most commonly caught saltwater fish. There are many different kinds of snappers but all of tem share many similar characteristics. Catching them is often more an exercise in locating them, which is not very difficult. Once located a small to medium sized shrimp located near the bottom of ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 5:48 PM

When it comes to deep sea fishing, there is no place more versatile and satisfying than Port Aransas in Texas. If you are planning a summertime fishing expedition, look for snapper, amberjack, ling, marlin, sailfish, and kingfish to be hot, hot, hot all the way into the fall, when you should have good luck with redfish, trout, and some really good sized flounder. During the rest of the year, you will have good luck fishing for wahoo, blackfin tuna, and yellowfin tuna, but don't count out p... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 5:29 PM

There are some secrets to fishing for speckled trout that many anglers do not know anything about, but some do and always have some great catches. Speckled trout fishing is not hard, it is all about knowing a few tips to make things go along smoother. It is all about the bait, equipment and the area you are fishing. Once you have heard these secrets, you to will want to keep them to yourself. Anglers will be asking you just what you are doing to catch all these fish and what is y... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 5:18 PM

The Halibut is an exciting species that can be found in Alaska and all along the pacific coast. The halibut can grow to some amazing sizes that can catch any new angler by surprise. The average size of the halibut is around thirty pounds but there have been some caught that weighed over 600 pounds. Of course, the larger halibut will be found out in the deeper water but you can find some nice size halibut in the surf as well. If you want to be successful at halibut fishing then yo... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Fishing | By Daniel Eggertsen @ Monday, 20th October 2008 @ 5:04 PM

Bass fishing is one of the most popular types of fishing done today and when you take a look at all the fishing lures designed especially for bass, you will get an idea of just how popular it is. You will find many different styles, shapes and sizes of bass lures sold on the market today. With so many different ones available that come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, how do you decide which one to buy? The first step would be to decide which type of bass you plan on going fishing ... more...