A lot about color has to do with the type of water being fished. The darker the water the lighter colors show up better to us, but maybe not the fish. If you think about the color of the prey for you’re fishing target, you realize the prey are trying to hide and may be […]
During the colder months trout will hang out in river and creek mouths. Some even find tidal creeks that decline to small holes disconnected from the flow of water. The key to fishing these is to find deep pockets in creeks and rivers and exploring good spots to anchor that will allow you to fish […]
If you have a favorite brand this will just explain newer technology offered in the market now. Depth finder, sonar, and fish finder are common names for current electronics. The technology of these devices has improved so much in the last few years that now you wouldn’t go fishing without some sort of device. Sonar […]
A cork can make a difference in you’re catch. Many types of fishing will be enhanced by lifting the bait off the bottom. Usually fish will suspend in the water column and fishing on bottom can miss the strike zone for these fish. Cork rigs can also play a pivotal role in exploring the area […]
Soft plastic lures have become more and more popular as live or even frozen baits have become more expensive. The designs vary from mullet to shrim,p and every different bait you can find in nature. The materials used vary greatly as well. New polymer baits are offering more durability, more lifelike action and feel, to […]
This unique fish is in it’s migratory phase now and can be found in many local waterways as it moves into more protected waters. These fish are a favorite of many anglers this time of year. Flounder are bottom fish as you may know, and baits vary from place to place. Live shrimp can be […]
With so many types of hooks out there how do you pick the right one? Well there is some confusion about circle hooks right now, so if you go offshore I would recommend picking up an assortment of these due to the new laws for reef fish. Even if you don’t plan on fishing on […]
Slow down presentations to allow lethargic fish to see your bait and have time to eat it. If your using artificial bait you have to slow down and make presentation look real at the same time. The right action to your lure can make a big difference to these lethargic fish. A good rod can […]
Possibly the most important aspect of catching fish is the leader. You have to consider all types of factors to insure the best results. For starters, you need to consider the teeth of your prey. A toothy fish can destroy a monofilament or fluorocarbon leader, so you may need a steel or other wire leader […]
Rod type varies by stiffness, strength, sensitivity, length and other differences. The important thing to determine your choice is the species being targeted. Most rods can be used for multiple types of fish but there are certain species you want a specific type of rod for. One example is for sheephead, you will want a […]
