Fly Fishing Rods - Then And Now

By Elaine Mashburn

Fly rods that we use today have really come a long way from the long, heavy rods of the 1800's. Men crafted the first rods from ash, hickory or other heartwoods because of their superior strength. The only problem with this technique was the weight of the rods. In the 1850's a group of American rodbuilders began to experiment with thin strips of bamboo glued together to form a single blank. These rods were very strong & also very flexible. Another key advantage is that they were considerably lighter than the previous rods. Unfortunatley these bamboo rods did require a bit of extra care. They required revarnishing and they also had to be stored carefully so they would not warp.

Because of these issues Fiberglass rods were introduced around 1945. These rods were alot cheaper, more durable, and were very easy to mass produce.The original fiberglass rods had problems with rigidity and unpredictable casting dynamics. However, in a few years, rodmakers developed a tapered steel form & wrapped fiberglass around it. This improved the rod considerably. In 1960 aerospace engineers had a breakthrough development when they introduced graphite. The graphite rods are lighter and thinner than the bamboo rods and can produce higher line speeds for longer casts. Graphite has eventually replaced most all the fiberglass or glass rods. Over 95% of all rods built today are graphite. Bamboo rods are still custom made in limited numbers and are still the "premium" rods that rod makers sell.

A fly rod selection is definitley a personal choice. You will need to hold the rod in your hand to check the feel of it. The grip will be important to the size of your hand, and your comfort level. You will need to consider where you will do a majority of your fly fishing. If you plan to spend more time on small rivers, possibly under alot of trees, etc..then you need to consider a shorter, lighter weight rod. For general dry-fly fishing you could consider a 4-5 weight rod. If you are planning on alot of lake, or large river fishing, you could choose a longer 8 1/2 foot, 5 weight rod. Because you will have more leverage, the longer rods will enable you to do better casting into the wind.

The best advice when purchasing a fly fishing rod is to go to a reputable Outfitter Store, or sporting goods Store & actually try out a fly rod. Many places will actually take you out to a lake or stream and have you practice casting with a few of the different rods you like. This is much better than trying to pick out your fly rod in the store with recommendations from a salesperson.

Elaine is an avid nature lover. She enjoys Fly Fishing, Nature Photography, Hiking, Backpacking, and just about anything else outside. You can see more Fly Fishing Information at her web blog: Elaine Mashburn Fly Fishing 101 http://tieandhook.blogspot.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Elaine_Mashburn

Are You Fishing When You Should Be Fishing?

By Trevor Kugler 

Have you ever asked yourself the question of whether or not you're fishing when you should be fishing? The answer to the question, are you fishing when you should be fishing will be answered, after reading through this quick article. What has to be realized is that fishing changes based on forces that are totally out of the anglers control, and knowing about these forces (and working with them) is of a great advantage to the angler.

You see, many anglers tend to think that their skills as an angler, coupled with luck, are the biggest factors to whether or not they get bites while fishing. This is a mistake. Forces that are completely out of their control play a very big factor, and those forces have to do with Mother Nature. Specifically the weather and moon.

That's right, the weather and moon are how you know if your fishing when you should be fishing. There are certain times of the month, that happen every month, that fish are much more active than they are at any other time of the month. And what happens when fish are active? They tend to bite a lot more than they normally might. Don't you think fishing when the fish are the most active would be an advantage to you as an angler?

It most certainly would, and is. That's why paying attention to Mother Nature, and specifically the weather & moon will pay such huge dividends in the amount of bites you get when fishing. The catching is of course up to you, but know when the best times to fish are has to do with the weather and moon.

Have you ever had one of those epic days fishing where it seemed like you could do no wrong? Like whatever you threw in the water resulted in fish being caught? This was more than likely because you were fishing at the perfect time, when the weather and moon were in your favor, rather than anything else. And the best way to find out when the weather and moon are in your favor is by doing a little research.

There's no need to become a meteorologist, all that necessary is a little research. A great way to get this information is by getting this FREE E-book. Or you can simply search the Internet for the information, but the bottom line is that understanding the weather and moon, and how they both relate to fish behavior is how you know that your fishing, when you should be fishing. I suppose that there's no better way to waste time than by fishing, but why waste your time when you don't have to?

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! Learn How The Weather & Moon Effect Fish For FREE - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

The Five Main Types Of Fly Fishing Flies

By Graham Williams

Although there are hundreds of types of flies used for fly fishing, most of them fall into five specific categories, or types. These types are dry flies, wet flies, nymphs, streamers and buck tails, and terrestrials. The main purpose of the fly is to imitate an insect that the fish wants to eat.

A dry fly imitates a natural insect that is floating on the top of the water. Fish are very sensitive to any motion of their water and how currents move the insects they want for food. In fly fishing, if a dry fly is moving even slightly against the current, the fish will have nothing to do with it. The fly may look like something the fish recognizes but it is not acting the same an insect would. The fish recognizes it as something foreign in the water and leaves it alone.

In fly fishing, a wet fly is imitating a drowned, or drowning, natural insect and is fished below the water surface. No one is sure if the wet fly is seen as a drowning adult insect or a nymph from the perspective of the fish. Most fly fishermen today seem to believe that it is seen as a nymph. Because of this less and less wet flies are being sold. Wet fly fishing is the oldest form of fly fishing. It dates back to descriptions of the early Macedonian people.

A nymph is the stage between an egg and the adult in the life cycle of an insect. In fly fishing, flies that resemble nymphs are growing popularity. The nymph fly is just below the surface of the water. When a fish bulges the water without breaking the surface, he is nymphing. This means that the fish is eating the natural nymphs just as they are emerging from their shell. This is what a nymph fly imitates.

Streamers and buck tail flies do not imitate any part of the insect's life cycle. These types of fly fishing flies are much larger and represent small bait fish such as sculpin minnows. The main difference between theses two types of flies is that streamers are tied with feathers, and bucktails are tied completely with hair. Fly fishing that uses these two types of flies generally requires more rod and line manipulation. The movements are supposed to duplicate the motions of the little fish.

Although most flies represent water insects, a terrestrial fly is made to imitate a land insect that has fallen into the water. The two most common terrestrials that are imitated for fly fishing are the ant and the grasshopper.

Besides these basic five categories of flies, there are many other kinds of flies that are used for fly fishing. Some of them are a combination of one or more of the basic categories and some do not fit into any group. The most important thing to remember is that it doesn't matter how the fly looks to you, the fisherman. It matters how the fly looks to the fish.

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Fly Fishing Terms You Need To Know

By Graham Williams

In the world of fly fishing there are many words that are important to know. Many of these words are unusual or have a different meaning when used in reference to fly fishing. The following list includes some of the more unusual and double meaning words used by fly fishermen.

Action: a general term often used to try to describe the feel of the rod - such as sft, hard, slow, or fast

Attractor:  usually a  bright colored fly that is not usually tied so that it imitates a particular type of food

Belly:  the sagging portion of a fly fishing line

Blank:  a rod without a handle, reel seat, or guides

Blood Knot:  the common name for a barrel knot

Chalk Stream:  a stream, usually found in valleys, that is spring fed and slow moving with a lot of vegetation

Complex Hatch:  the simultaneous hatching of several types of species of insects

Compound Hatch:  the masking, or hiding, of a hatch of smaller insects by a hatch of larger insects that occurs on the same day

Cutthroat Trout:  a true trout that is found mostly in the western part of the United States

Dapping:  a fly fishing technique in which the fly is repeatedly bounced on and off of the surface of the water

Down Eye Hook:  a hook that has the eye bent below the shaft

Dropper:  the secondary fly that is attached to the leader in a cast of flies

Emerger: a term that is used to describe any insect that moves up towards the water's surface preparing to hatch into the adult stage

Feeding Lie: where a trout goes in order to actively feed

Flat-butt Leader: a fly used in fly fishing where the butt section is formed into a ribbon shape

Freestone Streams: fast moving, tumbling streams with rock covered bottoms

French Snap: a small clamp, often used by a fly fisherman to attach his net to his vest

Holding Lie: where a trout generally remains when not actively feeding

Leisenring Lift: a technique used in nymph fly fishing where the line is lifted, causing the imitation fly to move upwards, right in front of the trout's suspected lie

Midge Rod: a short, light weight rod

Natural - a living insect, as opposed to an artificial, or man-made, insect or fly

Nymphing: any oaf the various fishing techniques in which the fly fisherman presents an imitation of the underwater stage of an insect

Presentation: the method of placing a fly where the fish is most likely to see it; includes the manner in which the cast in completed and the method in which the fly is fished

Rise: the act of the fish taking an insect from the water's surface

Run: a term used to describe a particular stretch of moving water

Shooting: a casting technique

Spate: high water

Stripping: quickly retrieving line or pulling line from the reel

Terrestrial: of or relating to an insect whose life cycle is completely spent on land or in plants

Waders staff: a sturdy rod about as high as the armpit of the person fly fishing used for support in heavy water

There are many words and terms that are unfamiliar to most people but not to those who enjoy fly fishing.

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Fly Fishing For Largemouth Bass

By Graham Williams

For fly fishing for bass can provide some of the most exciting fishing in the country. The largemouth bass is probably the most popular game fish in America. The popularity of fishing for bass is partly because no other freshwater fish has a wider distribution. Largemouth bass can be found from southern Canada to South America. Smallmouth bass are also excellent for fly fishing, but they prefer slightly cooler waters and are not as ever present as the largemouth variety.

Generally, the warmer the water, the larger the bass will grow. For example, a four or five pound bass may be large for a northern lake, but warmer southern waters regularly produce 10 pounders and better. The temperature of the water is a key factor not only in fly fishing, but in all fishing. When fishing for bass it is an especially important factor.

The best fishing will take place just after the bass have spawned, which is going to vary according to the temperatures. For largemouth bass spawning takes place when the water temperatures reached the low to mid-60s. In Minnesota for example, a female bass may not deposit her eggs until mid-June, while in Florida the female bass may spawn as early as February.

The behavior of the largemouth bass is also influenced considerably by the top temperature of the water. On hot summer days, they usually feed during the early morning hours and then again during the last few hours of daylight, when the sun isn't as bright and the water temperature is cooler. Bass are generally found in areas of the water that have a lot of vegetation and cover. They spend a lot of time near the water's edge among the grasses, reeds, and other plants.

Many fly fishermen fishing for largemouth bass use bass bugs and poppers. Poppers were designed as a surface lure to be skipped across the top of the water in a series of quick retrieves. Other good fly patterns for largemouth bass or the Muddler Minnow and the Wooly Worm. There are some fly fishermen that prefer to use streamers and bucktail.

When fly fishing for bass the fly is worked differently than it is for trout. Poppers are worked not only for their appearance but also for their sound. Generally, when a fly is cast for bass it should be allowed to remain unmoving for a longer period of time then for trout. It is estimated that 60% of bass strikes are made on a still fly. Bass tend to inspect your fly for some time before making the decision whether to take it or not. It is important to remember while fly fishing, that the warmer the water, the longer it will take the bass to take a fly.

At times fly fishermen like to tease the bass with repeated casts over the area where they think he's holding. Teasing can sometimes be a very effective method in bringing a lazy fish up for a strike when nothing else seems to work

Fly fishing for largemouth bass can be a wonderful, exciting experience.

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Fly Fishing Accessories

By Graham Williams

In addition to the clothing and your balanced outfit there are many accessories that you should have for fly fishing. Some of these accessories may seem strange, but when wading, it is necessary to have all of your gear and tools with you.

You already have your fly fishing vest with plenty of large pockets, because that is part of a fly fisherman's basic wardrobe. You might want to put a patch of sheepskin on the front of the vast where you can keep alternative flies handy. You should also have a spring-loaded retractable spool that attaches to your vest to hold a pair of nail clippers. They come in very handy for trimming knots. You might want to attach a patch of rubber for straightening leaders. Ideally, the vest should have a large back pocket to carry light rain gear. Some vests also have a ring at the back of the collar, where you can attach the net to keep it out of the way.

The choice of your fly boxes is very important. One should have large compartments where you can store dry flies without crushing their hackles. You should also have one or two smaller boxes with foam linings and metal clips. These are for holding your wet flies, nymphs, and streamers. Having a couple of small vials to hold your dry of flies after catching a fish also comes in very handy.

A spare spool for your reel, already loaded with backing and line, is a good idea to have with you. Also a few spools of monofilament leader material, a leader wallet, a sharpening stone, and a Swiss Army knife are important for the fly fisherman to have within easy reach.

Insect repellent is essential when fly fishing. The main ingredient in many insect repellents is DEET, which is an industrial solvent and can damage the varnish on your fly rod, eat away the finish on your fly line, weaken your leaders and destroy your rain gear. If you do use an insect repellent with DEET be very careful of what it touches and try to limit its use. There are many products today that do not contain that solvent.

Having a good pair of polarized sunglasses will help you to see the fish and protect your eyes from the damaging rays of the sun. It's also important to have a small pocket flashlight with a flexible neck. This can be very useful for many things including changing flies at dusk or dawn. Other useful items include a thermometer, a small container of split shot, a good knife with several blades, and a small first aid emergency kit.

Many fishermen like to take a collapsible wading staff with them while fly fishing. It helps them to keep their footing if they are wading in a heavy current or on a slippery, rocky bottom. A small cotton mesh net with a short handle comes in handy for netting your fish. If you intend to keep your catch a small canvas or woven willow basket for holding your fish will work well.

There are many other accessories available for fly fishing today. Many of the choices depend on each fisherman's personal preferences.

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Top US Fly Fishing Spots

By Graham Williams

Fly fishing is a sport that is enjoyed around the world. Millions of people have discovered the joy and excitement of fly fishing. While fly fishing is practiced in every state in the US some areas naturally rise to the top as offering the best fly fishing around.

The Catskill Mountains of New York are renowned for fly fishing. The late 19th century saw anglers in the Catskills developing artificial flies designed to imitate natural insects. The Beaverkill is perhaps the most popular of the Catskill rivers. The Willowemoc and the West Branch of the Delaware River are also very popular with fly fishers.

Jackson Hole, Wyoming and the surrounding area offers near-unlimited fly fishing options. The Snake River and Jackson Lake are popular fishing choices outside of Jackson Hole. Jackson Hole is accessible by ground or by air to the Jackson Hole airport. Jackson Hole provides more fly fishing options within a few miles than any angler could explore in one visit.

Henry's Fork of the Snake River offers legendary rainbow trout fishing. This area, particularly around Harriman State Park (Harriman Ranch) is legendary for its fly fishing. The area is open and offers unobstructed fishing. Downstream from Harriman Ranch the fishing is reputed to be faster paced.

The San Juan River in New Mexico affords excellent year-round fishing. The 10-mile stretch of river below the Navajo Dam boasts 10,000 fish per mile of river. The section below the dam is populated mostly by rainbow trout with brown trout and cutthroat trout found further along the San Juan.

Gallatin River around Bozeman, Montana is renowned for rainbow trout. Nearby, just south of Livingston, creeks have up to five insect hatches each day. DePuy's, Nelson's and Armstrong's all have fantastic rainbow trout fishing. Armstrong's Spring Creek is a meadow stream from 50 - 100 feet wide and known for its rainbow trout. Spectacular mountain scenery rounds out the fly fishing experience here.

The Wind River Range in Wyoming has an estimated 700 trout lakes. These lakes include cutthroat, brook, rainbow, grayling, brown and golden trout. This range is primarily high country and offers great hiking as well as fly fishing.

Michigan's Au Sable River offers 180 miles of trout fishing. Located in northeast Michigan, the Au Sable River is home to rainbow, brook and brown trout, as well as steelhead from Lake Huron. The Au Sable offers a variety of fishing conditions along its distance.

The Jacks River in Georgia is a Conasuaga River tributary. The Jacks River is largely in the Chattahoochee National Forest and therefore is accessible to the public. The Jacks River provides fly fishing opportunities for rainbow, brown and brook trout. The area is popular with hikers but sees fairly light fishing activity.

Northeastern Utah's Green River offers extraordinary trout fly fishing. The tailwaters below the Flaming Gorge Dam offer outstanding trout habitat. It was this 30-mile section of river that produced a 30 pound brown trout only 10 years ago. Unfortunately, this secret is out and summer finds the river quite busy. Early spring and fall offer less competition and a very large number of trout.

The United States boasts some great fly fishing waters. There area even more opportunities if you venture north into Alaska or Canada. As this list shows though, there are many great fly fishing opportunities right here in the United States.

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The Importance Of Setting The Hook When Fly Fishing

By Graham Williams

The sport of fly fishing consists of many specialized skills that come together in a delicate balance of rhythm and precision. Setting the hook is one of those specialized skills. Many times the techniques for setting the hook are neglected by fly fishermen who spend many hours practicing and reading about casting and fly tying skills. Unlike many of the skills of fly fishing, it is almost impossible to practice setting the hook without a live fish on the end of your fly line.

The first step in a successful hook actually begins when you tie your fly, either at home or on the river bank. It is very important to make sure that your hooks are razor-sharp. A dull hook doesn't have a good chance of finding its mark in the mouth of the trout.

In most fly fishing techniques it is important to set the hook as quickly as possible. If the water is fast, the trout usually strikes the fly very quickly and with a lot of force. It won't take long for the trout to realize that he has an artificial fly in his mouth, and he can, and will spit it out in a split second.

Fly fishing in slow moving water is the one exception to setting the hook as quickly as possible. When the water is slow trout feed in a more leisurely fashion. They may require a second or two in order to take the fly. If you set the hook too soon, you'll most likely pull the fly away from the trout. However, if you set the hook too late the trout may have already spit it out. There again is the delicate balance so often seen in fly fishing.

Sometimes while fly fishing the fishermen becomes so excited when he hooks a trout that he sets the hook with too much force. This usually results in broken tippits. Setting the hook quickly, doesn't mean pulling on it with great force. One way to avoid broken tippits is to use a slip strike which cushions the tippit.

If you are fly fishing using an upstream presentation, strip in the line with your line hand at the moment that you set the hook. This will remove most of the slack in the line and improve your chances for a good hook set.

When setting the hook using surface techniques of fly fishing, it is very important that you are able to see your fly in order to get a good hook set. If you are fly fishing using an underwater technique, it is essential that you can see your indicator when setting the hook. In both instances timing is very important.

Many experienced fly fishermen spend a lot of time imagining the strike and thinking about how they will move when they set the hook. They do this because they know that in fly fishing, the more imaginary trout you hook and land in your mind, the better your chances of taking an actual fish.

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What's The Biggest Factor To Catching Fish?

By Trevor Kugler 

There are many theories as to the biggest factor to catching fish and in my experience the answer to this question isn't nearly as complicated as one might think. There are people and companies out there that make all kinds of outrageous claims about catching fish, and an important thing to remember is that most of them are simply trying to sell you something. That's right folks, the biggest factor to catching fish isn't something that you buy.

The biggest factor to you catching fish is free of charge for anyone who want to spend a couple of minutes searching for it. But before I get into this factor, let me say that the other day I even saw someone trying to sell a "magic device" that supposedly "called" fish to the area that you're fishing....my God people, don't fall for this kind of tom foolery. Let me reiterate again, the biggest factor to you catching fish isn't something that you buy.

The biggest factor to you catching fish has to due with good old Mother Nature. That's right, Mother Nature, and more specifically the weather and moon. The biggest factor to catching fish isn't some gadget that you buy, but rather something that you pay attention to and thus plan your fishing trips in accordance with this information. You've had those days where you caught a ton of fish, right? This more than likely happened because you were fishing at the perfect time, rather than anything else.

When you can align your fishing outings with the weather and moon you'll be very successful. For example, on certain days during the month fish are much more active than others. And when fish are more active, they feed (or bite) more. You can know what these days are by simply paying attention to the moon. Again, this information is readily available for anyone who wants to look for it.

The bottom line is that the biggest factor to catching fish is due to the weather & moon and not some new fangled lure or scent that you throw into the water. Simply doing a little research into these subject will pay huge dividends in the amount of fish that you catch. Why am I so sure of this? Because it's what I've been doing for many years, and I know how important the weather and moon are.

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! The Biggest Factor To Cartching Fish - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

How To Use The Moon When Fishing

By Trevor Kugler 

Do you know how to use the moon when fishing? This may seem like a strange question, but in reality the moon has a lot to do with your fishing success. I used to think this was a bunch of bunk, but through experience I've learned that maximizing my fishing time is very important. One of the best ways to maximize your fishing time is to fish when the fish are the most active, and knowing a little about what phase the moon is in accomplishes this. How to use the moon when fishing is a lot easier than you might think.

I mean honestly, what could be easier than simply spending more time fishing when the moon is in certain phases? Not much, and the results can be amazing. It's a fact that fish are more active during certain moon phases, and when fish are more active, what happens? You get more bites! There's no need for special lures, or insane devices to catch more fish. The biggest thing you can do to improve your catch rates is simply fish when the forces of Mother Nature are in your favor.

During certain phases of the moon, that happen twice in most months and last for 2-3 days at a time, you will get more bites than at any other time of the month. I know this is true from experience. Have you ever had one of those amazing fishing days where it seemed like no matter what you did you caught fish? Like the stars had aligned to give you an incredible day of fishing? Well, this more than likely had to due with the forces of Mother Nature (the moon) more than you as an angler.

So, how exactly do you find out the information you need to know how to use the moon when fishing? Simple. You can simply search the internet and you'll find enough information to choke a horse, and then sift through it until you get what you need or you can get a hold of a FREE E-book such as this. Either way, remember the information that you need to know shouldn't cost you much if anything, other than your time of course. Using the moon when fishing isn't rocket science, it's really quite simple.

The bottom line is that if you fish, you need to use the moon to your advantage. This is the easiest thing in the world to due, and pays big dividends. Without ant gadgets or BS you can increase your catch rates 2 to 1 by simply using the moon when fishing, just like you use your bait and tackle box.

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! Use The Moon To Your Advantage - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

Fly Fishing Books

By Adam Bradley 

Although experience is a great teacher when you are learning about fly fishing, you may also want to look into the myriad of books that are available on the topic. Fly fishing involves a lot of things, and you'll need to know about these things if you're going to be effective in the sport. Fly fishing books are a great way to start learning!

A quick search on Amazon shows over 8,000 titles on fly fishing available! Prices range between $10 and $50. Some of these books are purely instructional while others contain anecdotes and fish stories designed to entertain. You can get books that tell you the best places to fish at and the most satisfying fly fishing destinations.

Fly fishing books are great resources as well if you want to learn how to tie your own flies. One of the first things you need to know in fly tying is what the flies look like that you're trying to mimic. When the book comes with illustrations, you can easily match your fly to the picture.

Online books are another great way to get information about fly fishing.

There are many e-books available for download. Look for the ones that will fit your needs. If you're a beginner, you may want a comprehensive guide to all aspects of fly fishing. If you're more experienced, an update book may be the way to go.

When choosing a fly fishing book, look at the author first. Are they qualified to write this book? What experience do they have in the sport? Can they provide you with compelling reasons to take his or her advice? You will get more accurate information from a person who has personal experience to offer.

Is the book easy to read? When you are reading a book filled with technical language, it can be overwhelming and it isn't likely to help you much. The author should define unfamiliar language early on in the book and keep reminding you throughout the text what they are referring to.

Don't opt for long winded tomes of pages akin to War and Peace. They aren't likely to give you much good advice plus the boredom factor has to come into play. A lot of great information can be packed into a few pages. Opt for the shorter book rather than the longer one so you get what you pay for!

Fly fishing books are wonderful sources of information when you are learning about this sport. Find a book that you are comfortable reading that also gives you what you are looking for. The choices are vast, so go online or get to the bookstore today and learn what you need to about the sport of fly fishing!

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How To Set Up A Fly Fishing Rod

By Adam Bradley 

For me many people make a mistake when starting fly fishing as they start by learning how to tie the flies however I am of the opinion that learning to set up your fly fishing rod really should come before anything else.

One thing you should note if you are new to fly fishing is that there are very few definitive methods. With nearly every aspect of fly fishing there are two or more techniques with neither being the right way or the wrong way. This is why each fly fishing book is different to the next.

With fly fishing rod selection it depends on what fishing you are planning on doing as to the right rod. A small stream would obviously require a smaller rod than if fly fishing salt water flats

Recent trends have leaned towards a shorter and lighter fly fishing rod as more fly fishing is taking place in smaller areas because they can fish for a larger variety of species. Even this though requires you to carefully select the right length of rod unless you are planning on taking several with you.

The best place for a beginner to start is the middle of the road. In other words with a medium sized rod. Although this will mean you won't have the best choice of rod for either small or large bodies of water you won't have the worst for either and will be able to fish both. Once you know the type of fishing you prefer you can then select your fly fishing rod more accordingly.

When you set up a fly fishing rod make sure to put effort into choosing the right line, a high quality line is essential if you wish to be successful. The reason for this comes down to what is known as reel memory, this causes the line to twists when wound and since fly fishing successfully requires the fly to be natural and straight you can do without this. A high quality line will have almost no reel memory at all.

Also of note is that unlike with casting reels the line is not attached to the spool but instead is connected to a section of line called the backing. Knowing your knots is something you must learn as otherwise you will struggle to prepare your fly fishing rod.

The fly reel spool and the backing are connected via an arbor backing knot and then the backing is attached to the fly line with a nail knot. Next a short leader is then attached to the end of the fly line and then finally the fly will be attached to the leader.

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Bass Fishing - Hot Tips and Secrets to Landing Monster bass.

By Vernon Rich

Bass fishing is one of the most popular fishing sports around the world.

Landing a monster bass is the goal of the dedicated person who hunts for these prized fish whether to release the fish after an exhilarating battle or to fillet out a slab of the delicious white meat and deep-fry it along with hush puppies and cold slaw. Catching the monster bass is both an art and science and there are many hidden secrets for catching them.

Hot Tips:

1. The hunter becomes the hunted – learn how a small change in your paradigm, thinking and approach can lead to bass-angling success! Try to picture yourself as a bass in order to become and understand the bass as a hunter. Observe, learn, follow, study and use its natural habit, preferences, patterns, habits, prey and choice of food, in your bass fishing strategy, and you will have some interesting fish-tales to tell.

2. Equipment, site, lure and skill, dawn and or dusk, shallow or deep waters, fresh/salt water, from boat or shore – it does not matter! There are methods and means for all of them.

3. Experts have proven that Bass almost figure the amount of energy it will take them to chase the prey vs. the return. If this be true , what are the implications for us anglers ? It is all in the fundamentals, the ideas, battle plan, allure, tease and methods we choose to use. This will decide and determine our success.

4. Most, if not all of the so-called ‘insider’ secrets, tips and stories to tell of big hauls of Bass, all revolve, around a very simple basic rule – understanding the fish, (their life-cycles, feeding preferences, habits and patterns, habit and menu of choice, their nature, their relationship with the broader eco-system and position on the food-chain, timing it right. Know your environment, your gear (tools), Learning the basics your and finally optimizing (each!) opportunity… For lots more in-depth bass information, go to the website listed at the bottom of this article.

Secrets of Bass Fishing

One secret to bass fishing is, what we can easily refer to as, ‘predictable behavior’. Habits, patterns, life cycles, the natural rhythm that is life and nature – also applies to fish. This means that Bass exist within this kind of environment. If you can gaind this kind of understanding , you will increase your chances of successful hooks/bites. Learn more, visit the website listed at the bottom of this article.

Getting to know the places bass like to hang out is critical to catching monsters: Bottoms, stumps, trees , logs, weeds and plants, contours, structures, travel-routes, creeks, shallows/deeper passages, coves, channels, bluffs, banks and shorelines – all can be hints on habitual, predictable behavior of the bass. Many of the pros came about their knowledge by reading,learning the habits of the bass, in very much like fashion than what you are doing. Every time you get to know your bass a little better, until you know instinctively where they will be and where their favorite spots are. Knowing and going where the fish are becomes demystified, but even more exciting, for it is now more than a hunch or random chance – it is a planned encounter where the watery predator, hunter par excellence, becomes the hunted! Find out much more about bass fishing by visiting the website at the bottom of this article.

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Handling A Fishing Rod

By Shareen Aguilar 

Beginners for fly fishing usually have a different “control” over their rods. This is what happens and is expected from novice fly fishers as fly fishing rods aren't easy to handle right away. If there is anything that a newbie should avoid during the first few times of fishing, it is the wrong way of handling a fishing rod.

It is not entirely an incorrect way how to handle a fishing rod. It is just not exactly how it should be since the needed muscles and force aren't exerted this way. When you handle a fishing rod using your thumb on top of the rod handle; this position doesn't allow you to take advantage of the force and strength that your hand is capable of because your wrist is in tension.

The proper way of how to handle a fishing rod is when you don't feel any tension in your wrist between the rod and your arm. Make sure that the body of the rod handle should be well placed in between your thumb and palm. The base of the handle should just be a little well outside the palm; while your thumb should be situated on top of the rod which is directly opposite the fly reel. The index finger, at this point, should be positioned ahead of your thumb always. Just try to imagine that you are accepting a piece of paper from somebody who is directly handing it over to you. The most important indication for you to look out for which tells whether your rod-handling grip is the correct one is when you don't feel any sort of tension – at all.

Still think that you are not handling the fly rod the proper way? Think of it this way; your arm is an extension of the fly rod – seriously. When you start to feel for the rod and what it actually can deliver in effect to the water and the fish, you start to feel a sense of accomplishment. Also, keep your arms up high, overhead. This gives you better control in terms of pulling and tugging motion necessary when you have a catch.

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Downsizing Swimbaits In The East

By Charles E. White 

I wrote an article several years ago on titled "Swimbaits are Swimming East. The article was how you can catch bass in the East on Swimbaits just like the West Coast anglers are doing.

Well, now, it seems, East coast anglers are still using swimbaits but smaller versions of the ones used in the West. That makes since to me since I haven't seen to many 22 pound bass here in the East. What you have to realize though is a 5 pound bass can eat a 13 inch swimbait with ease, so personally, I still use some good size swimbaits.

Fishing swimbaits don't have to be a hard thing to do here in the East, you can fish them just like any other lure. For suspended bass try to locate the baitfish and then fish where they are using the drop-shot method. I used a bluegill imitation in the summer and have had pretty good luck with it.

You can also Carolina rig the swimbait and drag it to stir up the bottom, the only bad part about this is the hooks get stuck on the bottom a lot but it still works. If you reel a little faster the swimbait can still stir up the bottom a little and won't get hooked as much and it will have more action. I try to keep my lure right above the bottom where it stirs up some and still has the swimming action I want.

Another way to fish a swimbait is to jig it. Just throw the lure out by the cover you want to fish, move the rod tip up and down about a foot each time from the bottom and jig fish.

One of the ways I like to fish a swimbait when I know there are lunker size bass in the lake is to just let it sit. I do want to say one thing about this method, it takes patience! Just throw the lure out and let it sit, I have seen this method take two hours for the bass to finally go after the lure but it was a real nice bass and well worth the time when I brought old granddad up on the boat. I was fishing in a strip pit and I could see him looking at the lure, he would swim around it, go back down and was pretty cautious. I figured he could see me if I could see him, so that is probably why it took so long for him to strike.

If you're not fishing swimbaits in the east, you're missing a lot of monster size bass.

Charles E. White has fished over 50 years for bass from California to Florida. In his lifetime, it is estimated that he has caught over 6,000 bass. His biggest bass is a 12 pound 14 ounce that hangs on his wall in his office. His tips and techniques have helped many people who have never fished for bass before become successful anglers. He also has fished with the Pros in Florida. You can get his free report with bass fishing tips from over 50 years of bass fishing experience and tips from the pros at: http://www.bassfishingchronicle.com/bass_fishing_tips_report/bass_fishing_tips_report.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Charles_E._White

Fly Fishing On A Stormy Weather

By Shareen Aguilar 

Fly fishing is usually done during the sunny days. Even so, there are still avid fans of fly fishing who continues to do their hobby even during winter. This means that fly fishers can enjoy a year-round of fly fishing experience. Let's not disregard though, the possibilities of fishing during a bad weather. Is it still possible? The answer is a straight yes. If you really want it, go ahead and do it. Just make sure though, that you are prepared for whatever could happen.

If you are already in the middle of a fishing activity when suddenly, strong winds start to blow, what will you do? When this happens, you can easily tell that there is going to be a storm coming up. What you need to do is to look out for thunderstorms that are commonly present during these kinds of weather. Thunderstorms are actually your primal concern because it's really dangerous to be out and about in the open in a weather like this. What you need to think of first is to go to places where thunderstorms can't reach you. This should instantaneously tell you to go on higher grounds where it is safe.

If ever this happens, don't just panic and run wildly out of the water (if ever you are half submerged) because you won't only scare the fish away, your thoughts can also skip and you might not be able to think properly any longer. Be sure that you are capable of handling circumstance like this, especially when you are alone.

There are stormy weathers which do not show any sign of thunderstorms too. If it is the case, then you are still good for fishing as it will even increase the chances of catching fish. The wind that is causing the water to move also has an effect on the fish. Expect to catch small fish though even in shallow waters during this type of weather. As for larger ones, you can still too, but you will have to move to the deeper part of the water. When you do, make sure that you have somebody else to help you out in pulling the fish out since it will be twice difficult to retrieve a fish during a windy weather.

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UltraLight Fishing Tips

By Trevor Kugler 

When it comes to ultra light fishing, it seems to me that there are a few tips that everyone needs to keep in mind in order to have a fun day on the water. First of all, lets discuss what ultra light fishing is, before we get to the actual ultra light fishing tips. Ultra light fishing is simply using light line and ultra light action rods and reels to catch fish, rather than the size fishing equipment that most anglers are accustomed to using. Ultra light fishing. Once you get the hang of it, is the most enjoyable way to catch fish, in my humble opinion.

Once you start ultra light fishing, you'll quickly realize that your skills as an angler are going to be sharpened. Ultra light fishing teaches you to play your catch, rather that simply reeling your catch in. As a matter of fact, you'll never look at fishing the same, after ultra light fishing. And don't think for one minute that you can't catch large fish while fishing with ultra light gear. I've personally caught a seven pound walleye, numerous four plus pound smallmouth, and many trout twenty inches and over, all while using ultra light gear and four pound test monofilament line. But now lets get down to business with the ultra light fishing tips:

• Change Your Line Frequently - I suppose I might be living in the stone ages, but I like to ultra light fish with four pound test monofilament. In my mind monofilament fishing line is the way to go. I know that there are all kinds of crazy lines out there these days that have the strength of climbing rope and are the diameter of a spider web, but I prefer monofilament fishing line for ultra light fishing. And again, I prefer to use four pound test. This means I must change my line frequently. During the heart of fishing season, this means once every two weeks or so because of abrasion and stretching. The bottom line is, don't be afraid to change your line frequently when ultra light fishing.


• Match Your Rod & Reel To The Situation - When ultra light fishing, your gear is a key to success. So as water conditions change, you may have to change your gear, such as the length of your fishing rod. Foe example, I have a rod that I use in the spring, when the water is high, and a different rod for when the water is at "normal" levels. This aids in casting distance, as well as being able to keep my bait on the bottom, as the current changes. The bottom line is to match your rod and reel to the situation that you're fishing.


• Fish At The Right Times - This isn't only an ultra light fishing tip, it's a general fishing tip, but that doesn't make it any less important. Whenever you're fishing you want to make sure that the odds are as much in your favor as is possible. This means paying attention to the weather and moon, and making sure that you're on the water when fish are the most active. You can get the information that you need in this FREE e-book, and you'll be on your way.


• Be Patient - This seems obvious, and patience is obviously a key to all types of fishing, but patience is even more of a virtue in ultra light fishing. Especially when fighting a large fish. Because of the fact that you're using light line and such, being patient while fighting large fish is integral to success. Let the fish "do the work" and tire themselves out. Just remember, being patient is integral to ultra light fishing success.

These simple tips will help you out and make you more successful as and ultra light fisherman. How do I know this? Because I use every single one of these tips and they help me on almost every fishing trip. Do be careful though. Ultra light fishing is highly addictive, so you could very well end up hooked!

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! Get Fishing Tips & Techniques Twice A Month For FREE - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

How To Bait A Hook?

By Trevor Kugler 

This might sound like a strange title for an article, but it seems to me that most people don't realize 'how to bait a hook'. Of course they can "thread" a worm or mold some synthetic bait onto a single hook, but is this really the most effective way to bait a hook? No it's not, it's just the way baiting a hook has been done for eons. The funny thing is that doing the way things have always been done, is rarely the best way to do something, and baiting a hook is no different.

The key to baiting a hook in the proper manner is to think smaller. You see, when you employ smaller hooks, said hooks can be tied in tandem, thus creating a set of gang hooks. And a set of gang hooks is the best way to bait a hook. Lets take using live worms as an example. The old way of baiting a hook consisted of attempting to "thread" a worm onto a single hook that entirely too large in an effort to make said worm appear somewhat natural. Baiting a hook in this manner, although popular, usually results is smaller fish "picking" your worm to pieces without ever being hooked.

With a set of gang hooks a live worm can be presented in a completely natural and outstretched manner. And since the hooks are small, many more fish are actually hooked. So, with a set of gang hooks not only is the bait (in this case a live worm) presented naturally, it's also presented in a manner in which the bait is much more effective. Gang hooks truly provide a win-win situation.

The bottom line is if you want to know how to bait a hook, I mean really bait a hook, the answer is through the use of gang hooks. The real way to bait a hook is to use smaller hooks, and not only that but use two of them as well. The gang hook system was taught to me more than twenty years ago by a trout fishing master, and I've personally used them ever since.

As a matter of fact, I will not go live bait fishing without multiple sets of pre-tied gang hooks. They are as much a part of my fishing repertoire as any of my fishing gear. When it comes to baiting a hook, gang hooks are the only way to go. I know, from experience, that gang hooks will out fish single hooks by a factor of at least 2 to 1. I'll take those odds every day of the week, and so should you.

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! Gang Hooks Tied & Ready To Fish: http://www.jrwfishing.com/gang_hooks.asp Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

The Most Realistic Fishing Lure

By Trevor Kugler 

When we use fishing lures as bait, it's extremely important that we're using the most realistic fishing lure that we can. When it comers to fishing lures, the choices arte almost endless. They come in seemingly every shape, color, and size, and yet finding one that truly looks realistic is difficult. Some are more realistic than others or course, but some are truly remarkable in their realistic appearance. When I refer to the word realistic, I'm obviously referring to whether or not the fishing lure looks like the bait fish that it's attempting to mimic.

In my experience some fishing lures look realistic, some don't. They all tend to look quite realistic out of the water, but what's important is how they look under the water. This is where cheap imitation fishing lures aren't worth the couple of dollars that they cost you. For this reason, it's important to stick with quality manufacturers or actually see what a fishing lure will look like under water, before you spend any of your hard earned money on it. The most famous manufacturer (that makes very realistic fishing lures) is Rapala. Rapala makes fishing lures that are very realistic, and any money that you spend on Rapala lures will not be wasted.

One of the most realistic fishing lures that I've ever encountered is called the KickTail Minnow. This minnow/shad imitation lure looks as realistic as any fishing lure that I've ever seen. There are videos of this lure underwater, which allow you to see exactly how the lure looks before spending a dime. And let me tell you something…this fishing lure looks as much like a bait fish as a real bait fish. It really is amazing, and I would have to say that the KickTail Minnow is the most realistic fishing lure.

When attempting to catch a fish, we don't want our lure to not look like the kind of bait that we're trying to mimic, and either any form of Rapala or a KickTail Minnow are your best choices when it comes to purchasing a truly realistic fishing lure that looks as much like a real bait fish as it's probably possible. Check either of these fishing lures out for yourself, and see what you think? You'll be glad you did, and don't forget; if they cost you a few more dollars, don't worry about it, the fact that they're so realistic is the reason.

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! Realistic Fishing Lures: http://www.jrwfishing.com/ktm.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

How To Select Your Bass Fishing Boat

By Wade Robins 

Any experienced bass fisher will tell you how vital a good bass fishing boat is to your endeavors. Bass fishing boats are truly vital to successful bass fishing, because the type of boat used will have a profound impact on your bass fishing outcomes.

After all, if you're going to go bass fishing on a regular basis, you owe it to yourself to have the best tools for the job.

Advantages of Bass Fishing Boats

One distinct advantage of a good bass fishing boat is its fuel efficiency. This saves money and reduces your chances of getting stranded by running out of gas before you return to shore.

Another great benefit of a good bass fishing boat is how little noise it will make. This means that you can leave the boat running if you choose without scaring the fish away. Any person who loves to fish knows how important a quiet boat is to fishing success.

Shopping for a Bass Fishing Boat

If you're lucky, you can get a great deal on a used bass fishing boat. Fortunately, even brand new bass fishing boats are very reasonably priced. You can get a really nice bass fishing boat without going broke. The smart thing to do is to shop around carefully. That's how you can be sure you're getting the best deal on the right boat. Keep your budget in mind while shopping. Remember that the best boat isn't always the most expensive.

You might not find the perfect bass fishing boat right away. It sometimes takes a good bit of time and effort to find exactly what you want. There are so many different boats from which to select, and you want to be sure to get a great deal on an excellent boat. It can be pretty frustrating to try to figure it all out and find your best option. It's too bad you can't buy them all!

Finding the perfect bass fishing boat is well worth the effort. When you make your choice, you will know that you're getting the best bass fishing boat for you. And if it gets too frustrating for you, you can always enlist the help of professionals who are ready and willing to help you make the right decision. Getting a professional opinion can help you make the best decision.

However you are th ultimate decision maker when it comes to selecting which bass fishing boat is right for you. Remember to have patience and think about the end result. It might feel like checking out all the different options takes forever, but you'll be glad you did. It's not such a big deal when you keep the big picture in mind. Your time and trouble will all be worth it when you're out on the water in the great new bass fishing boat of your dreams.

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I Want To Catch More Fish

By Trevor Kugler 

Have you ever made this statement to yourself? Have you ever thought to yourself, "I want to catch more fish"? Many times anglers believe that catching more fish is about the bait or technique that they're using , and sometimes it has little to do with this kind of thing. In many cases, catching fish has more to due with things that are completely out of the anglers control. Things that in the realm of Mother Nature, rather than what type of lure or bait we're using.

This may sound strange, but if you're interested in catching more fish, just heart me out. Have you ever had one of those epic days fishing where it seemed like you were catching fish on almost every cast? And not only that, but you were catching large fish as well? If you have spent any time on the water, you've had this kind of day, and in this article I'm going to reveal the reasons that you (more than likely) had such a day. Like I've said, catching more fish isn't always about the angler.

When we experience epic fishing days, it most likely has to do with fishing at the perfect time. When the conditions are perfect. What do I mean by conditions? Simple. I'm referring to the 'realm of Mother Nature', and specifically the weather & moon. The bottom line is that if your want to catch more fish and have ever said to yourself, "I want to catch more fish" then you need to educate yourself as to how the weather and moon effect fish and fishing.

There are no two single factors on this earth that effect fish and fishing like The Weather and Moon. For example, did you know that fish are much more active when the moon is in certain phases? That's right, when the moon is in a certain phase, fish are much more likely to bite! And the only thing that you have to do to know this information is do a little research. And I'm not talking about becoming an expert on the subjects of the weather & moon, I'm simply talking about making yourself a bit more knowledgeable about the weather, moon, and how they both relate to fishing.

The easiest way to become more knowledgeable about these subject, and thus catch more fish, is to either do a search on the internet or find yourself a FREE Report At the end of the day all that matters is that you get yourself some information on the weather, moon, and how they relate to fishing. Then begin using this information to go fishing when these conditions are in your favor. Believe me, you'll be glad you did. That, or you can just keep wondering aimlessly through the mine field known as "wanting to catch more fish" and see where that gets you. Either way the choice is obviously yours. Just never forget what Steven Wright said of all of us anglers, "There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore looking like an idiot." I would have to say, from more than 20 years of fishing experience, that said line is razor thin!

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! Start Catching More Fish - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

The Truth to Fly Fishing

By Shareen Aguilar 

An angler who has mastered the secrets and techniques of fly fishing has still more secrets needed to uncover. Fly fishing is an art, more than just being a hobby for many, especially for those who loves tranquility; it suggests accuracy and at the same time, combined suggestions from anglers here and there. People who have been captivated by the hobby of fly fishing just can't seem to get enough of the tricks and other ideas that are accessible for them. Fly fishing just doesn't seem to stop surprising hobbyists.

Just before you go to where you would execute all your fly fishing routine and techniques, be sure that you are more than ready to face whatever it is that is going to come your way. The day is sunny but you will never know if it could change to cloudy and eventually rainy. Always be ready for anything. In this case, when packing, ensure all the things that you need and the ones that will come in handy just in case of emergencies.

These are the basics. And speaking of which, basic knowledge and the fundamental materials end up as the most important ones which you should always tow with you. It doesn't matter whether you think you won't be using it. It just “matters”. As for the “art” of capturing your target species, just apply what your instincts tell you. Most anglers would tend to become excited especially if it's their first fly fishing experience. This is excusable. Even experts have made this common mistake, but, it happens. Try, with all your might, not to disturb the water as this will only scare away your precious targets.

At the end of the day, some anglers get satisfied with what they have captured. Snapshots of the different types of fish are their evidence for life. As for some, there are those that are left empty-handed. It's sad and frustrating even; but it's part of the fly fishing experience. Who said everything has to be perfect? Eventually, enjoying a catch and flashing the widest grin to the camera with a large fish dangling overhead could happen. It's not impossible, it could happen to you next time.

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Hawaii Fly Fishing

By Richard Young 

You're an avid fly fisher and your family has voted that this year's trip will be to sunny Hawaii! "Sure," you think to yourself as you quietly bemoan the fact that here are two more weeks you'll be away from your beloved mountain stream especially when your spey casting technique is just a few throws from perfection...

Don't forget to pack your fly fishing gear!!

Hawaii fly fishing is definitely under the radar when it comes to fly fishing destinations but those willing to give it a try will find in this unlikely place is some of the best fly fishing to be found anywhere. First off, you've got more choices than many locations, and access... real easy access, to spots with good prospects for near shore game fish guaranteed to strip your reel!

Fresh- and Saltwater Fishing Options

Albeit very limited, Hawaii fly fishing options do include opportunities for freshwater fishing. But, hey, you can do that at home! There are only a few rivers throughout the island chain and the streams are virtually devoid of anything large enough to take a fly. A few of the reservoirs and rivers offer some good prospects for the likes of bass, tucanare, perch, and others. You can even find a couple spots with trout. But those bodies of fresh water which offer any fishing prospects all require a license which while quite inexpensive and easy to obtain still mean an extra step, right? And, anyway, since some of these areas require a lottery or limit entry to certain times, most folks simply gravitate to the easiest fishing grounds of all, the ocean!

Requiring neither a license nor special access privileges, Hawaii's beaches offer almost unlimited opportunities for fly fishing or any other fishing venue for that matter. And, especially suited to fly fishing are the sheltered waters of harbors, bays, and reef areas where bonefish, trevally, barracuda, and other shallow water predators patrol.

A drive around any of the islands will yield a number of spots where the bottom and water conditions will appear suitable for fly fishing and chances are if it looks good, it probably is! Unlike freshwater spots where the fish are either there or not, Hawaii's shore fishing grounds are visited by fish which roam quite liberally and what might be a dead spot on one day could very well be a hot spot the next.

Since you from the mainland know a heck of a lot more about freshwater fishing fare than we could ever hope to learn here in the islands, this article will instead focus on Hawaii's saltwater fly fishing prospects!

Reefs & Flats

As you travel around the islands you'll notice a number of beach locations where the water depth is quite minimal and the bottom is a mixture of coral and an occasional patch of sand. These grounds are conducive to game like small trevallies and bonefish along with assorted goat fish, wrasses, and barracuda all of which are capable of giving you a real run for the money!

You can walk these shallows working your fly/popper into the sand pathways that you'll notice and that fish use as trails in between the deeper and inshore waters. Remember that Hawaii fish are more inclined toward fast or erratic action and are very savvy in taking advantage of the sharp coral to cut lines and disappoint anglers.

A number of areas like those shallows that have sediment deposits from rivers would offer a less appealing bottom to the anglers but are nonetheless attractive to hungry trevallies (papio), bonefish (o'io), barracuda (kaku), and ladyfish (awa awa). All of these will give you a fight that you will remember all of your days!

If you don't like walking in the water, areas near harbors and river mouths, breakwaters, and piers, will generally give you access to these same fish. And, if you're really bent on success (vs. the simple enjoyment of working your line) there are a number of guides that you can hook up with who can take you out and increase your chances tremendously of getting the fly fishing tale of your life!

The deeper waters of Hawaii's bays and harbors are also the spots for seasonal game like big-eyed scad (akule) and their juvenile siblings, halalu. When these are running close to shore, you'll notice scores of anglers casting into congregating schools near the shore and getting a spot that will allow you some room to work your fly might be a bit tricky... but it certainly is worth trying to work the outer perimeters of the crowd in search of the roaming fish or the larger predators lurking in the hopes of preying on unsuspecting school members!

Open Ocean

Hawaii is one of those spots that also offers the opportunity for deep sea fly fishing. And although the threat of lines being cut on rocks is non-existent when you're angling from a boat, the size of the game is really something you have to consider when presenting your stream- or river-appropriate gear. Out in the deep, should you decide on going on a charter boat, the targets are dolphin (mahimahi), tuna (aku and ahi), wahoo, sailfish, marlin, and anything else that has contributed to Hawaii's reputation as a world-class sport fishing destination.

Just Do It!

Whatever type of fly fishing you think you might try here in Hawaii, keep in mind that unless you hook up with a guide you won't find a lot of others, if any, on your ventures into Hawaiian waters. However, do know that there are a number of anglers who are pursuing the sport with a vigor matching the most ardent fly fishers from the shores and river banks of Alaska to the flats of Florida and everywhere in between.

Hawaii is probably the next place to explode in popularity on the fly fishing circuit as it offers serious fishing opportunities along with attractions for the rest of your family. So get out of your depression in looking for luaus and fire dancing shows and start prepping your fly fishing gear and doing some really enjoyable research.

Your trip to Hawaii might just be the biggest fly fishing experience of your life and one even most local folk have yet to discover!

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The author, Richard Young is the creator of HawaiiBeachcombers.com, a website about Hawaii beaches including coverage on Hawaii Fly Fishing. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Richard_Young

Bass Fishing Secrets Of Pro Bass Fishermen Remain A Mystery

By Cory Threlfall 

When watching fishing tournaments on television many would-be professional anglers want to know the bass fishing secrets used by those who are paid to fish. From the time a person latches onto a largemouth lunker, they are hooked, unlike the ones that they believe are passing up their offering, because they don’t know the bass fishing secrets they need to consistently land the big ones.

The reality is, there really aren’t any deep dark bass fishing secrets, it is knowing and using the four rights of fishing that separate the professionals from the weekend wannabes. The first thing bass-catcher hopefuls need to know is the habits of the fish they are trying to catch. Knowing their habitat and meal times, plus the type of food they are probably looking for at a given time of day is one of the bass fishing secrets that help pile the pounds onto the daily catch.

Trees, docks, creeks and channels all are good hiding places for bass, and fishing all angles of these areas can lure the fish out of hiding. Once the likes and dislikes of the bass are understood, there are four things that have to be right in order to become a successful bass angler. Knowing a few bass fishing secrets will help land more fish, but it will take lots of fishing practice to join the pro tour.

Four Rights Of Successful Bass Fishing

While some may consider these right as no-brainers, thinking back on the last few times the bass were left in the water at the end of the day, try to remember which of these items were ignored. The right bait, presented in the right manner, in the right location at the right time of day are essentially all the bass fishing secrets needed. Of course, flipping and working the bait will play into attracting the big fish, but no matter how well you work the bait, if the four rights of bass fishing are wrong, the fish won’t leave the water.

Many believe the spinner baits are the gold standard for bass fishing and they will work well in many locations, on the lake, in rivers and streams, but there have been some large fish pulled in with fly equipment and live bait as well. Crank baits work for many anglers, but regardless of the bait, if the water isn’t right and the bait is in the wrong area of the lake, river or stream all the bass fishing secrets in the world will not help the fish find a new home.

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Do You Want To Catch More Fish?

By Trevor Kugler 

The title of this article, asks a stupid question, huh? Of course you want to catch more fish. Don't all fishermen want to catch more fish? You bet, if we didn't catch fish, what would be the point in fishing, right? Except of course for being in the beauty of nature, which to me is what fishing is about as much as anything. But at the end of the day we all would like to catch more fish whenever possible because catching fish makes being in the beauty and wonder of nature that much more enjoyable.

The interesting thing about this is that many companies and individuals know that we all want to catch more fish, and try to take advantage of us by selling us stuff that will supposedly help. In almost every case, it's a bunch of crap. These unscrupulous companies/individuals simply want to make money, and aren't truly interested in helping you to catch more fish. What you must keep in mind is that no product or device is going to help you catch more fish. What will help is your knowledge and expertise.

You see as you become more knowledgeable about your favorite activity, fishing, you'll become more proficient at it. You'll spend more time practicing your craft, and guess what? You'll become better at it. That's right, the more time you spend on the water, the better angler you will become, and the better angler that you become, the more fish you'll catch. Imagine that! You've heard the old saying that practice makes perfect, right?

So, if you want to catch more fish, you've got to spend time on the water practicing. And you've also got to make sure that you're fishing at the proper times. What do I mean by this? Simple, increase your knowledge base when it comes to the weather, moon, and how they both relate to fishing. There are no two single factors that effect the behaviorof fish like the weather & moon.

The bottom line is that if you want to catch more fish, the answer lies in practice and becoming more knowledgeable about the weather and moon. A great way to accomplish the latter aspect of what I just mentioned is to simply do a little research. A great place to start is with free e-books and such, just like this one. So the next time someone claims to have the next "magic formula" for fishing, remember that that formula lies in Mother Nature, and what you need to know shouldn't cost you a dime.

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! Get Fishing Tips & Techniques Twice A Month For FREE - http://www.jrwfishing.com/signup.html Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Trevor_Kugler

Southern Snook Fishing Secrets

By Daniel Eggertsen 

While there are several fish that will resist a catch, there are few species as stubborn and unpredictable as snook. Fishing for snook can be exciting and somewhat frustrating at times because, although there are many baits and lots of lures that will provide ample attraction for this species, snook fishing is a different adventure every day. What worked for you yesterday and allowed you to catch your daily limit will provide an empty hook all day the next day.

Found in the Everglades National Park waters, snook is probably the most appealing of all species sought after in the area. However, an angler who wishes to be successful catching snook will have to be quite patient in order to produce results. Prime season for the largest catch in snook fishing (a range of over ten pounds with a rare catch of up to thirty pounds is considered big) begins in late spring or early summer, with the full moon in May usually considered the kick-off for fishing. This is because the spawning activities begin at this time, drawing the fish into and around the passes. However, it's quite possible that fishing prior to this time can produce large specimens, and it is just as likely that the season will not be in full swing until the middle of June.

Catching snook can be accomplished by targeting deeper holes with live pinfish or artificial such as bucktail or plastic-tail jig that is bumped along the bottom of the water. You can also opt to troll a needlefish or ballyhoo that is rigged to a large feather. If you are targeting deeper holes, fishing will be most rewarding during the lower tide phases, usually during the last hour of a falling tide through the first hour of the next incoming tide. This allows better access for snook in the river mouths and outside channels through the flats.

Regulations have come into effect regarding fishing season, as well, due to findings in the 1970's that lack of regulations, while allowing for some great catch, were inviting overfishing. This meant that the snook were unable to spawn and reproduce fast enough to keep from depleting the natural supply because too many of them were killed during spawning season. Therefore, regulations were put into effect to close snook fishing during spawning season.

Now, you can find some of the best snook catching can be found on the East Coast from the inlets at Sebastian southward, with pods thriving in the spring and summer. On the West Coast, check out Stump, Gasparilla, Captive, Redish, and Big Maco Passes, as these are the most productive areas for snook fishing close to spawning season. During these months, snook will stack into the major passes, as well as schooling in smaller flowage, where their eggs can be swept into larger bodies of water.

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best saltwater fishing information possible. Get more information on snook fishing here: http://www.asksaltwaterfishing.com Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Daniel_Eggertsen