Want To Catch More Fish? Read On To Start Catching More Today

Want To Catch More Fish? Read On To Start Catching More Today by James Fletcher

If you go fishing from your boat it can be both an exhilerating and rewarding experience. You can however learn many things that will help you catch more fish next time you are out on your boat. The art of catching fish is great fun and everyone always wants to catch the biggest fish and heaps of them. So have a read to learn some tricks and secrets to help you catch more next time you go boating.

The first rule of fishing is to obtain the correct equipment. A rod no longer than 6 foot is ideal and having some reels is also a cheap and reliable idea. Rods should be purchased bearing in mind the fishing you will be undertaking but the trusty egg beater is a great beginners and allrounder package. Before you even start you should make sure you have some hooks, swivels, a knife, good quality line, sinkers, fish pliers and a tackle box.

Bait should be used bearing in mind the particular type of fish you will be targeting. Bait should look fresh and it should be kept on ice until such a time as you will be using it. You should try to bring a variety of different baits so you have a range of options. You could also bring lures if you want to target other species. Bring along as many lures and baits as you can as once you start fishing you won't be able to get any more.

Approach your fishing location as slowly as possible. This will prevent the fish from swimming off as soon as you get there. Once you reach the fishing spot throw some berley in straight away to attract the fish over to your boat. Get your lines prepared with as small a sinker as possible and have rigs setup to target the species you are after. After this is done you will ready to get going and start catching some fish.

As soon as you start fishing you should feel closely for any bites and stay patient. If you get a few bites you should strike back on the rod or reel to try to set the hook into the fishes mouth. If the immediate striking doesn't work try doing it later to see what works best. Every species of fish strike a piece of bait at different times so experiment and see what works best for you.

If you have got a fish on your line it is time to bring it in. You will need to keep the line tight at all times to prevent the fish from spitting the hook out and swimming away. If you are fishing with a rod, pull the rod back and then proceed to reel in as the rod falls back down to parallel with the water. Never point the rod upwards more than 45 degrees or it may break. A fish should be reeled in slowly and constantly so take your time and savour the experience.

Using a net will help you get the fish out of the water. Most fish get lost when you try to pull them onboard so a net will prevent these losses from happening. Pliers will also help you to remove the hook from the fish. If you do not intend to keep the fish that you have just caught it is vital to get it back into the water as quickly as possible. All fish are coated with oil so minimal handling ensures they have maximum chance of survival.

The information above is a great guide for how to catch fish but before you catch them you must be able to find them. Dark water with an interesting ocean floor is the best place to find fish. A fish finder or GPS will also help you find sharp cliffs and deep drop off's where fish like to congregate. Be patient with each spot you try but if you have no luck after an hour or so it is time to change spots. You can try where other boaters are fishing from but just remember to keep a respectable distance away from where they are fishing.

So now it is time for you to get out there with these tips in mind and start catching some fish. Remember to keep learning as much as you can about fishing. Everyone who can fish learnt it from somewhere so don't be afraid to continually learn new skills and techniques.


About the Author

James is a boating and fishing enthusiast. His website http://www.freeboatingtips.com is a great source of free knowledge and tips. If you want to learn more about boating and fishing, please visit the above site today.