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Snapper fishing is the ideal introduction to saltwater fishing. Snappers, or juvenile bluefish, are small enough that a 4-year-old can reel them in, but they fight hard for their size. Snappers along the East Coast of the United States reach 4 in...
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Whether stepping into an icy mountain stream or the cold ocean waters of the Northeast, chest waders are a must-have for today's angler. Waders should do more than just keep you dry. They should be comfortable, durable, warm and have some storage...
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Nothing is more frustrating than trying to find a certain piece of fishing gear and having it not be where you thought it was. You probably curse yourself for not being more organized. Organizing your fishing equipment isn't that hard and it will...
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Visit your local tackle shop and you will notice a wide variety of fishing floats for purchase. Although these floats will work in most situations, there are times when you may wish to make your own float for fishing. Whether the reason is moneta...
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Snelled hooks have been in use for decades. The knot is secure, without making any sharp twists or turns. That means the snell knot does not reduce the line's breaking strength the way other knots do.
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Alaska is home to the best wild salmon fishing in the United States, and arguably the best in North America. It comes blessed with saltwater fishing opportunities, as well as a vast number of creeks and rivers that serve as spawning grounds, offe...
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You will find gill nets most commonly in commercial saltwater applications. These nets are used much like vertical traps in the water. As fish swim through the nets, the size of their bodies prevents them from progressing. When attempting to back...
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Fishing nets are useful for the hobbyist who needs a bit of help landing the catch at the end of the fishing line. Others see them as a means of fishing without using a fishing rod. Nets play a critical role in commercial fishing. The easiest way...
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As a responsible angler, you are interested in more than simply catching fish. Your hook is the first point of contact between you and your fish. The ideal hook is strong, durable and sharp, yet designed to harm the fish as little as possible. Ci...
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Modern fishing reels are marvels of engineering. Machined to precise tolerances, fishing reels feature smooth drag systems, reliable performance and rock-solid resistance to the pull of a big fish. Spinning reels and conventional, or casting, ree...
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The indispensable jig should be in every fisher's tackle box. Jigs are made in many different styles, each with a wide range of colors and sizes. With this much variety, the angler should be able to find a jig that will work in just about any fis...
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Fishing floats, or bobbers, often are seen at the end of a child's line. Anxiously waiting for a fish, the young angler watches for the bobber to move. Floats vary in size, from marble-size up to softball-size. Today's floats aren't just for chil...
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When targeting tackle-busting fish, big-game fishers like using a long section of double-line as added protection against line breakage. Once a few turns of the double-line are on the reel, the angler can effectively apply twice the pressure as w...
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If a fisherman could have only have one artificial lure in his tackle box, a jig would likely rank near the top of the list. Jigs are versatile and can be used in fresh and saltwater. Jigs come in a variety of shapes and sizes that allow them to...
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Providing fresh shrimp for your table is a great incentive for learning how to throw a shrimp net. Throwing a cast net is not difficult--it just takes practice. There are a several different sizes and ways to throw a cast net. A good shrimp net w...
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Saltwater fishing jigs catch fish. Their small profile accurately imitates baitfish. Jigs can be presented to fish in any saltwater environment. Whether you choose bucktail jigs or soft plastics on jig heads, you will improve your fishing results...
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Saltwater fishing is an activity with a wide range of possibility, from hooking a swordfish out of a motor boat to angling for a humbler catch off a local pier. However, it always involves gutting and cleaning the fish--if keeping it, taking it h...
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Monkfish, sometimes called anglerfish or goosefish, are a bottom-dwelling sea fish. They are not the most popular catch among sport fishermen, but they are edible and sometimes pursued for recreation.
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The Hobie Mirage Outfitter is one of the best fishing kayaks available. It's outfitted with accessories that you might expect from a fishing kayak---rod holders, cup holders and plenty of storage space. However, it also offers other features like...
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Sinkers are one of the most overlooked pieces of equipment in a tackle bag. They are often the difference between fishing and catching fish. A sinker's job is not simply to get your bait down to the fish, but to keep it there. The type of bottom,...
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Braided fishing lines have claimed their place in the serious angler's tackle box. Savvy anglers quickly recognized the advantages of increased sensitivity and reduced diameter when the first superlines hit the market in the early 1990s. Initiall...
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These fish are some of the most commonly found shallow, salt-water fish in North America. These fish are easy to find on either coast and well-known to any fisherman.
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Fishing poles have come a long way since the days of a string tied to the end of a cane. Although such a simple rig can still be effective, today's modern technology has evolved to give the angler every possible advantage.
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Commercial salmon fishing takes place primarily in the states of Alaska, Washington, Oregon and California; it also occurs in Canada. In Alaska alone, commercial fishermen sold an average of almost 750 million pounds of salmon each year between 2...
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Alaska salmon fishing lodges offer a chance for anglers to benefit from expert guiding and local knowledge. Locals and out-of state-tourists alike enjoy the chance to relax in a wilderness setting and catch their limit of ocean bright fish at the...
