When angling for bluegill, rig your fishing line in natural lakes, large border rivers, and reservoirs, where the largemouth bass can also be found. Using homemade fishing bait for bluegill, drop your line to the bottom--depending on the se… read more
Bait your line with homemade bait balls. The recipe requires four common household ingredients and is easy to rig onto a fishing hook. Using Wheaties and hamburger meat, you can attract large fish, including catfish and carp. Work the bait… read more
Make your own bait balls using Wheaties cereal and hamburger. Whether you're fishing for catfish or carp, this homemade bait works well for both freshwater and saltwater applications. The small size and sturdy shape of the bait balls make f… read more
Every fisherman has his secrets, and trout fishermen are no exception. Some use lures, but many swear by Nitro Dough premium trout bait, a scented, brightly colored dough that is sold in pails and rolled up in balls by avid trout fisherman.… read more
If you are in the market for a bait fish light, there are plenty of online and brick-and-mortar stores that will be happy to sell you one. However, if you look around your house, you probably have the objects necessary to make your own. In… read more
Fishing bait gets expensive, especially if you're an avid fishermen. Spend even a few days a week on the water and you'll spend hundreds of dollars every year or even more. While some fishermen still swear by white bread or the night crawle… read more
Catfish use their sense of smell to locate food, which is why many bait recipes contain rotten food as an ingredient. While these recipes, often referred to as stink bait, are effective, they are also unpleasant to make and transport becaus… read more
Dough ball fish bait is simple to make and can attract a variety of fish, including trout and catfish, depending on the ingredients. According to the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, channel catfish especially enjoy… read more
Fishing for trout may involve a wide variety of lures and baits ranging from tiny, delicately tied dry flies to larger inline spinners. However, many trout anglers prefer to use homemade baits that often feature closely guarded ingredients.… read more
No matter what type of fishing you are doing, you are going to need bait if you want to catch a fish. There are dozens of types of bait you can use, but if you are feeling a bit creative---make your own. It might be a stinky job, but it is… read more
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