Be Prepared When Fishing With A Chest Pack

When spending time in the great outdoors fly fishing, then you will want to have all the accessories that you will need in an easy to reach place, such as in a chest pack.

For the seasoned angler, who are those that know what they need and do not require a huge pack full of gear for a simple day on the water, but a chest pack will be perfect. Having to find the perfect on-the-water tackle storage system can be difficult when you are a fly fisherman. If you can remember your first vest, then you will most likely understand what it is to have every thing in one place. Some chest packs have some forty odd pockets, with each one being chock-full of tools and gadgets that you will rarely ever need

With a chest pack you will never need to spend ten minutes again searching for the ideal item. Experienced fly anglers who know what they need and do not require a huge pack full of gear for a simple day on the water. However, some chest packs on the market are not that small and when they expand, then they are perfect for just about every thing. These chest packs provide ample storage for essential fly-fishing gear without being so big that anglers feel compelled to fill up the empty space.

The main storage compartments of these chest packs usually have two interior pockets with one pocket being made of a stretchy mesh material, and the other can be made out of a more traditional mesh fabric. Both pockets may feature hook-and-loop closures to keep contents inside and easy-to-grab tabs for quick access to pocket contents. The front compartment of many chest pack are a zip-down fly bench, which makes on-the-water work much more comfortable and convenient. The bench also has a replaceable piece of ripple foam that is attached to the fold-down bench via two hook-and-loop strips. Some of these chest packs will use fully adjustable straps, which is perfect for getting that perfect fit.

Unlike bulkier chest packs, the smaller chest packs do not get in the way when casting, and when fitted properly you can hardly even realize that it is on you until you need it. The excess straps are stored inside the pack, so you are not fighting loose, dangling straps throughout the day of fishing. The exterior of the fold-down bench has two more stretchy mesh pockets that provide storage space for your most frequently used items on many of these storage bags. With a side zip pocket running from top to bottom of then the chest pack would be perfect for providing you with storage for flat items such as maps and other stream side reference materials.

Since we carry all our gear on our person, fly fishing is a sport of economy, and some degree of minimalism is a must. If you want to stay organized and keep gear highly accessible, give a chest pack a shot, because you will want to go light but still have every thing that you will need with you for a great day of fly fishing. Most chest packs are designed with two front zippered drop-down compartments with the larger main compartment offers plenty of practical storage space for fly boxes, while the smaller front compartment is great for storing nippers, floats, and other frequently used fishing accessories.

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Secrets To Getting The Right Tackle

Don't just buy fishing tackle because you are going fishing. Know what you need for the kind of fish you are targeting before plunking down your hard earned money. Ask for advise, it's free.

The Proper Tackle For The Job

We help you choose

If your location is limited to only a few fresh water lakes or ponds with limited size and variations of fish, then your choices are much easier than if you live on the coast and will be fishing back salt water, inland fresh water, surf and deep sea.

We will try to give enough tips here to help you get on the right page of the catalog or site you decide to shop.

Lets start with shore fishing a pond or small lake with some perch, crappie, blue gill and small trout. They will all be easiest to catch on a light or ultra light rod and reel. We prefer spinning reels or closed face spinning reels also known as spincasting reels. Why? Because they allow the farthest reach when casting without the hassle of backlash. A 6' to 7' light or ultra light rod will give plenty of distance on your casts and a very sensitive tip to feel the the little buggers trying to steal your bait.

Lite mono filament line up to 4lbs is plenty to handle the biggest fish you will catch here. We like to add a 4' 6lb fluorocarbon leader before the hook or other terminal tackle. The most popular fresh water bait is earth worms. I like to put them on a 1/8oz jig head leaving most of the worm to dangle below the hook rather naturally.

Of coarse there are literally hundreds of artificial lures you can purchase, but I would ask for some local advise before spending much on them for this type fishing.

These pan sized fish are a lot fun for the whole family and make a great meal fried up in some olive oil with a little Italian breading on them.

Now, larger lake fish like walleye, salmon, steelhead trout and lake trout require quite a different arsenal of weapons. ( keep your lite gear handy in case you find a school of perch)

They can all be caught on the same rod and reel. But the type fishing you plan on doing can make a difference especially in the reel. If you know you will only be anchored or drifting then a conventional reel of about size 30 is great on a 7' medium weight rod. But if you think you will be trolling then we recommend a line counting reel. That is a conventional reel with a line counter on it as the distance the line is let out is a very important factor in the depth your lure will be running.

If you are at anchor, fishing with live bait, ie: worms or minnows, we would use a jig head of 1/4oz to 3/4oz depending on the depth of water and underwater current strength. Monofilament line of 8lb to 10lb will be sufficient for still fishing. If you plan on trolling we would use 16 to 20 lb mono or 10 to 12lb stainless steel, both with a 6' leader of 20lb fluorocarbon. A 50lb barrel swivel at both ends of your leader will help prevent line twisting while drifting or still fishing but ball bearing swivels should be used for trolling lures.

Here again, there are hundreds of lures to choose from. Our favorite for walleye is the Bomber Long A, for salmon, King Spoons, and for steelhead and lake trout, anything fast and shinny. By the way, we have also caught a lot of walleye trolling worms on a worm harness.

Another great freshwater fishing is for large mouth bass. They are a hard hitting tough fighting fish. Pound for pound probably the most exciting fish to catch, but finicky about what they eat at times.

A good lite spinning rod reel combo is best as you will be doing a lot of casting and retrieving and don't want to wear yourself out with a heavy rod and reel. I would use 6lb mono with a 10lb fluorocarbon leader of about 4'. You can use worms, minnows or lures. I like a rattling lure or an 1/8oz jighead with a soft curly swim bait.

Ok, there is still river fishing for catfish, pond fishing for carp, fly fishing and ice fishing. But lets face it, I don't know everything, but I bet with the above advise you could figure out what kind of gear to buy for any fresh water fishing except fly fishing and ice fishing.

Now, lets move to the salty back water fishing, by far my favorite. I have fished the backwaters from North Carolina around the peninsula of Florida, to Texas. I could use the same rod and reel wherever I was. Most of what you are going catch is gonna be red fish. The Carolinas will have their spots and flounder and Florida will have their snook and sheepshead. But the most sought after backwater fish is the red fish.

A good medium heavy rod, one piece carbon, of 6' to 6'6" with a saltwater spinning reel of about 10lb to 12lb line weight is plenty. You will be throwing your arm off if you get too heavy with your gear. Here is one sport you want to spend a little more on for gear so you can remain light but still fight a 15lb red screaming though the grass or mangroves. I like a reel with at least 5 ball bearings and classified "Salt Water". I spoolup with 15lb braided line cause it is the size of 6lb mono and hard to cut off on the snags and it is light to cast. Then I tie a 6' length of 20lb fluorocarbon leader directly to the braid. The less terminal tackle the better.

My favorite bait is live shrimp on a 1/0 circle hook with a popping cork set at just less than the waters depth. Johnson spoons in gold are the favorite of most lure fishermen, however some like jig heads with wiggly soft plastic swimmers on them.

A recent test I did in both South Carolina and Florida proved that Gulp Alive Shrimp work equally as well as live shrimp and they can last all day, then you put em back in the juice and use them again tomorrow.

My next favorite is grouper digging in the Gulf of Mexico. There are several ways to catch them that require different equipment.

The most popular way is to anchor over hard bottom and drop live bait down to them on a slider rig. This requires fairly heavy gear compared to jigging for walleye. I like a stout heavy short rod of about 5'. Some call them tuna rods or standup rods. They are built to handle fish in the 60lb to 80lb range. On that I put a 50 size conventional reel with a lever drag. Load that with 40lb mono and an 80lb 6' fluorocarbon leader. I use 100lb barrel swivels when bottom fishing or 100lb ball bearing swivels when trolling. I both bottom fish and troll with these rods and reels. You can buy pre-made grouper rigs in the local bait shops for bottom fishing.

I like the short stout rod because you can jerk the grouper up off the bottom before he gets back in his hole. Of coarse if you are catching smaller grouper you'll want to lighten up on the rod for more fun fighting.

Trolling for grouper is a good way to find hard bottom and bait pods while fishing. We use the rod reel combos from above to run deep diving Magnum lures and or Old Salty Divers with spoons. This type of gear is good all up and down the salt water coasts for medium heavy sport fishing.

Then we also like to run 2 downriggers with the same reel but a 7' heavy rod. Reason being you want to have your rod bent over when it is rigged to the downrigger. This not only makes for a quick 'fish on" reference but also helps to set the hook. We like to bait our downrigger lines with a skirted game fish rig with a 4/0 hook. To the hook we tie a whole squid with thin brass rigging wire pushed through the tail then the eye of the hook and wrapped tightly around the tail to drag it backwards like they swim. If you can't get fresh or frozen squid then Gulp Alive Squid work equally as well.The grouper love em!

Of coarse, when you're out on the Gulf or any other deep salt water you'll want to have your backwater rods with you to catch bait. And a little heavier spinning rod and reel, say 16 to 20 lb range, for casting into pods of bait for tuna, Spanish mackerel, cobia and many other top water foragers. We also keep a couple of 30lb spinning outfits for larger top water guys like shark and barracuda. For these guys, be sure to have some wire leader on your line and some fresh live bait for the cobia.

Another popular method for catching salt water fish is surf fishing. The secret to catching fish in the surf is finding and keeping your bait in the trenches were the game fish lie in wait. A couple of signs to look for that indicate the presence of fish are birds working the area just outside the surf and an abundance of sand flea holes in the edge of the surf. Where there are fleas there are fish!

For this type fishing you need pretty heavy gear. Usually a rod of medium heavy build and 10' to 12 ' long so you can cast out to the trench. A good heavy (about 30 size) spinning reel is the easiest to handle. I like 30 lb braid because it is way over the limit you need but only as big and heavy as about 12 lb mono, so it casts nicely and just about can't be broken off. To this we attach a 30lb fluorocarbon leader of about 6'and what ever rig we are using. You want to use the pyramid shaped bottom sinkers to hold your bait in the trench. The heavier the surf the heavier your sinker needs to be. Don't forget to get a spike rod holder to stick in the sand. Those rigs are just too heavy to hold onto all day.

Hope this article was helpful in getting you started on the type of fishing you plan to do.

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Fishing: How to Choose the Right Fishing Rod

There are many ways to catch fish. A fisherman can surely catch fish with his hands. He can catch fish with a spear. He could even cast a net over a school of fish, however awkward it may be at first. All of these methods can be effective with practice but they offer the same disadvantage to the fisherman: the catch is restricted to only shallow water varieties of fish.

On the other hand, many believe that it is the fishing rod that is the fisherman's most basic, most important weapon. With a fishing rod, your chances of getting a good catch are very much improved.

When it comes to game fishing, that is, fishing for large, offshore fish, a fishing rod is a necessity. You just can't do without it.

If you're new at fishing, a fishing rod will be your main investment. It is the one, essential tool that makes most fishing possible and enjoyable. Oftentimes, just manipulating a fishing rod can become addictive for many people.

Here are some guidelines that will help you select the right fishing rod for your needs.

▪ Shape. A fishing rod should taper off from its base to its tip. You won't have problems with finding a fishing rod that satisfies this shape. It's quite widespread, practically universal. Advanced designs are introduced to the market every now and then, but the classic and traditional is still the best and finest choice.

▪ Weight. A fishing rod is described by weight. This weight doesn't refer to the actual heaviness of the rod. Rather, this refers to how resilient the rod will be for specific types of lures and for specific types of fish. Therefore, classifications like Ultra-Light, Light, Medium-Light, Medium, Medium-Heavy, Heavy, and Ultra-Heavy are used when describing fishing rods or fishing poles to help the fisherman in choosing the correct one for his objectives.

Fly fishing, for instance, can be managed with Ultra-Light to Medium weight rods. Bass fishing, on the other hand, would require Medium-Light to Heavy weight rods.

▪ Action. A fishing rod is also described by action. Action refers to how much the fishing rod can bend when pulled by a particular force, and how fast it will revert to its neutral position when the force is removed. Action is categorized as slow, medium or fast, although middle-points between levels can be found.

▪ One-piece or Two-piece. Some fishing rods are labeled as one-piece, because they come in, well, one piece. They are said to feel very natural for the fisherman, allowing for a more comfortable and relaxing time.

On the other hand, two-piece fishing rods are, of course, more complicated. But with the proper engineering, these rods can achieve their goals effectively well. However, you'll need to take special care when selecting a two-piece rod. If it's ineptly manufactured, it could be disastrous even for experienced fishermen.

When the time comes for you to choose a fishing rod, you really need to know about the fish you intend to catch. Some fish take a few minutes to catch, while others can take many long hours. Knowing this will dictate what kind of fishing rod you'll need. There'll be no room for guesswork and you'll have the best fishing rod possible. Good luck!

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Tips For Better Bass Fishing - There's More To Bass Fishing Than Simply Casting

Largemouth bass are arguably the best fighting fish in the world. Their aggressive natureWhat makes them such an extreme adventure for every fisherman.

Largemouth bass fishing has grown into a billion dollar industry, and shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. Its strength and aggression provides a great thrill for those who absolutely love this surging sport.

The more you understand about largemouth bass will help you to become more successful at catching them, and receiving those large award-winning trophies. Nearly every swamp, pond, lake and river holds a largemouth bass that's keen to strike, and the trick that you must master is outsmarting these bass, and getting them to strike. Professional bass fishermen understand this, and they make great use of the bass fishing tips I'm about to share with you.

Expert bass fishermen share some common personality traits:

Experts keep their cool

There is NO room for anger in fishing. Professional bass fishermen realize that they could never let their temper get the better of them while bass fishing. Fish are extremely sensitive, and it will greatly affect your chances of getting a strike. Also, it could possibly lessen the enjoyment of others around you. Never... never let your emotions take over.

Experts are aware of their surroundings, and everythjing that Mother Nature tries to teach them

Trophy bass fishermen have learned to work hand in hand with Mother Nature. Mother Nature tries to show bass fishermen many things to help them get the catch of their dreams. A pro angler notices changes in conditions, fish movement, current breaks, and even floating lily pads. They will also be alert to where birds are feeding and where bait fish seem the most active. Stop fishing the hard way, and start observing what Mother Nature is trying to reveal to you.

Experts have GREAT confidence

The expert bass fishermen believe in their ability to catch largemouth bass. Bass are somewhat like other animals like dogs or horses... they sense your fear, insecurity, and unsuredness. You will catch more bass by being confident in your own bass fishing abilities.

Experts have tolerance and patience

Expert bass fishermen understand that they will put in long hours of sitting and waiting. Like no other sport, fishing involves lots of patience and sheer determination. Experts realize that if a fishing spot does not produce instant fish, then this does not necessarily mean it's not holding fish. Expert bass fishermen have learned that to snag a largemouth bass they must learn to fish one spot long enough before moving on.

Experts are ready to act quickly

There is a so much idle time when fishing, and bass fishermen, in particular, have to be ready to act at a second's notice. Bass fish can strike at any time and from any location, and anticipating their every move is the only way you'll outsmart them and get the strike.

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Going On The Perfect Fly Fishing Vacation

While most people would consider the perfect fly fishing vacation to be one that they come home from with tons of fish that is certainly not something that you can plan out. A good thing to do though to make sure that you do have the best shot at having the absolute best fly fishing vacation that you could ever have is to make sure that you have all of your supplies in order. Even though you may think that you have it all set based on what you remember having from last season, it is always important to go through everything again just to make sure.

You want to make sure that all of your supplies for your fly fishing vacation are in order so that you are not wasting time purchasing things later on. You want to be able to spend as much time fishing as possible so make sure that you are completely ready for your fly fishing vacation before you even head out. There may be things that are no longer in your tackle box for some reason or things that really just need to be replaced because they are old. It is always advisable to go through your entire fishing supply collection every year so that you are totally prepared for every fishing situation.

Ways To Find The Perfect Supplies

When it comes to shopping for their fly fishing vacation supplies, people just generally find themselves checking out their local fishing and camping stores. While there is no problem with this, you have to realize that you will be limited on the selection of items for your fly fishing vacation supplies. If you have a time crunch that you are dealing with though, this may be your only way to get enough supplies to get through your fly fishing vacation. If you have a little more time on your hands because you were proactive and started to get things ready early, there are better ways to get yourself and your tackle box prepared.

If you have the time to wait for the mail system, then shopping online is going to be your best bet for all of your fly fishing vacation needs whether its more bait or a fly fishing vest. This is because by allowing yourself to search the Internet, you will come across a much bigger variety then what you could normally find in the stores. And to have things that not every other fisherman is going to have out on the lake may just give you the little bit of a added advantage. Also, you may find that the deals for the equipment and supplies you need or want are unbeatable and are something that you simply just cannot pass up.

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Bass Fishing Tackle-tips To Help You Pick The Best Tackle For Your Trip

Finding good bass fishing tackle can be rather difficult challenge today. Many people are taking to the lakes and streams today to start fishing, as people of all ages and physical conditions can fish. Fishing, along with golf, is one of the few sports available that just about anybody can take part in no matter there age or overall physical condition.

Therefore, fishing is becoming more and more popular every single day, and bass fishing is certainly one of the most popular kinds of fishing there is.

Therefore, with the rising amount of people using bass fishing tackle, this is also leading to an increase in the amount of competition among manufacturers making this can tackle. Here some important tips to help you find the right fishing tackle the help you.

Here are some quick tips to help you organize your best fishing tackle for maximum effectiveness on your next bass fishing trip. First of all, it is extremely important that you change up your bait when they are not giving you the results you want. For instance, if you are trying either crash or a spinner bait, and it is simply not producing fish, you might want to try switching.

There's nothing worse than spending a whole day out in the pond and catching no fish, simply because you're using the wrong bait. After you tried a certain candidate for a little while, if it doesn't work, than simply switch to the next.

Unfortunately, you can never know which they will work, because different bait works in different situations in different locations. That's why you'll need to bring an assortment of bait, because you never know which one will work with a particular situation.

Also, when you're organizing your bass fishing tackle storage system, first ask yourself how much tackle do you want to have? For instance, having a large storage system is certainly not a good choice if you don't plan to do a lot of fishing during your outing. This simply causes you to waste a lot of tackle that could otherwise be put to good use.

Also, how easily accessible is the bass tackle? Can you get to it quickly and easily count without having to waste a lot of time while you could be out catching fish? Very simply, speed is very important to catching fish, and if you don't have the right tackle on hand when the fish are coming, you will not catch any bass.

Probably the most important part is to plan your bass fishing for beforehand. For instance, if you're planning to go to a particular location, you want to make sure that you the tackles organized in a particular way, so that you have to waste time trying to find the right equipment when you need it. For instance, if a certain type of fishing tackle is now working in attracting the fish, having a proven system in place is extremely important to submit be able to get the day you want as quickly as possible.

So where can you find the best bass fishing tackle for your next fishing tackle? There are many places you can find this, from the Internet to Bass Pro shops, etc. Also, it is probably sold in many general sporting good stores, even if they are not fishing specific. Of course, you can never find the right bass fishing tackle for you unless you know where you want to fish and what kind of bait they generally like to go after.

You have to know this information beforehand before beginning to look for your bass fishing tackle, as it is obviously different they will work in different situations. Therefore, plan this out beforehand, follow these tips, and you'll find the right bass fishing tackle for your next fishing trip quickly and easily.

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The Right Fishing Line

With so many brands of fishing line on the shelves today, it is getting extremely difficult to choose what is best for your style of fishing. You have to choose between Fluorocarbon, Monofilamint, Braided/Super Lines. Then you have to select a color. After that you need to know what lb test you need. Whatever happened to buying a 1000 yd spool of 10lb test? It used to work fine when I was a kid!!

There are some things that beginners, and experienced anglers alike, forget when purchasing line. Ask yourself these questions:

* What is my reel rated at? (Not many people realize their reel and spool are rated for certain test limits and line diameter)
* What am I fishing for? (Are you going to a State Park to teach the kids how to catch Bluegill or are you gonna try to land a 36" Striper)
* What conditions will I be fishing in? (specifically you should check the current water color on the fishing reports and the weather for the coming trip.)

You should also know a little more about each type of line. Fluorocarbon is a popular choice amongst my buddies, but it has one drawback environmentally speaking. It is strong, does not stretch as easy as mono-filamint and is very low-vis. Fluorocarbon does not break down naturally or "bio-degrade". The major outdoors shops have added recycle bins for you to dump your old line. This certainly helps to reduce the amount of old line left lying around. As everyone is aware, fishing line breaks which means it is inevitably going to enter the eco-system of the body of water you frequent. I am no expert on the environment or ecological dangers, but it doesn't sound like we want this stuff in our waterways. These lines tend to be the most expensive as well. So be responsible when using this line. Tie strong knots, avoid snags and don't throw your tag ends into the water.

Braided/Superline is synthetics braided together. Highly sensitive and tougher then piano wire. You will find this line next to impossible to break during everyday angling. Weeds, snags, teeth and stumps rarely are a problem when using braid. I have used a palomar knot to secure my lures and rigs and only lost one rig over a 1yr period. This line will work for most fishing styles, but should be reserved for the larger fish. If you are going after Blue Catfish, braid will stand up as good as most trotlines. There is no worry about line twists since the braid does not retain any memory. The diameters are extremely small compared to monofilamint and fluorocarbon. I have a spool of 50lb test that looks only slightly thicker then ordinary thread. This is all sounds great, but remember it is limited in it's uses. The price is at the higher end of the spectrum, but cheaper then fluorocarbon in most cases. Watch out for tangles with this line. If you get a bird's nest or a line full of spaghetti, cut it. The frustration of trying to untie the knots and tangles will drive you to the hospital. Also be careful handling the line. Just kite string, this fishing line will slice your finger. It is also thought to be harder on your gear.

So I guess we are left with Mono-filamint. Thick diameter. Plenty of stretch. Rots on you when you least expect it. Cheap...but it is reliable. It was the only kind of line that I new about until 4yrs ago. It is also made from nylon and everybody loves nylon. All kidding aside, mono is a good, trustworthy and dependable line. I stick to name brands because I do notice a slight difference between them and those 1000yrd spools. I find that changing the line every 90 days is a good rule of thumb. Some say you can keep it up to 1 yr, but why chance it. Also, I do bring it to the recycle bins at the tackle shop. As with a lot of things these days, if it ain't broke don't fix it. Mono has been an acceptable fishing line for decades and I find it still does the job.
Hope to see you on the water.

The Angler
Please help to keep our waterways and the environment clean. Practice responsible outdoor recreation, clean up after yourself, avoid lead weights & lures, think of those who will follow in our foot steps.

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The Love Of Salmon Fishing

Salmon fishing is, without a doubt, one of the most popular types of sports fishing worldwide.

The variety of salmon, their excellent fight and extreme size make them an ideal sports fish in almost all northern waterways, both fresh and salt water. In addition they are idea for fishing from boats, off the shore, or even in net fishing. One of the other benefits to salmon fishing is the versatility of the meat from the salmon. It can be baked, canned, barbecued, planked and even fried, and is a staple in many diets and in national dishes of such diverse countries as Canada, Japan and the Scandinavian countries. French cuisine also features salmon in many different forms making this a truly international food.

Salmon fishing, unlike many other types of fishing, does not require a huge amount of expensive equipment. A sturdy rod and reel, a jig or hook system that can easily be purchased pre-made, some salmon lures and a bit of luck and good planning are all that is required to spend a day fishing off the coast for salmon. Salmon can be fished using the same techniques that are used for fresh water fish varieties such as bass and trout. It is not uncommon to use fly fishing techniques in the spring, worms and lures in the summer, and even spinning and netting in the fall or winter months. In all areas that salmon fishing has been a sport and traditional food gathering method, fishing and harvesting is controlled to prevent over-fishing and possible extinction of these remarkable species of fish. In some countries the salmon run or return to the spawning streams has become dramatically decreased and there is a worldwide effort to maintain the numbers and species population.

Fishermen and women may travel to different countries to experience the opportunities of salmon fishing in different waterways and with different types of tackle and bait. Some of the most common salmon fishing hot spots worldwide include:

* Alaska, United States * British Columbia, Canada * Washington State, United States * Oregon, United States * California, United States * Scotland * Estonia and Latvia * Scandinavia * Japan
Fishing for salmon is popular with all types of fishermen and women from the very young to the older, more experienced anglers. There are even salmon farms that have sprung up along the northern coastal areas that are farming or raising domestic salmon to meet the world's growing need for fish and fish products. Salmon are a natural type of aquaculture species due to the fresh and salt-water varieties available. While salmon fishing is not part of salmon farming, the use of fish farms helps to preserve the wild, natural stocks that provide the fishing population for sports fishermen and anglers worldwide.

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Bass Fishing Tackle - How Effective Is Your Management System?

It's frustrating isn't it, when your bass fishing tackle looks like a "mish mash" and you need something in a hurry because the bass are biting furiously and your hooks are all over the place tangled in your line. It's an angler's nightmare but one which can be so easily avoided with good tackle management practices.

Organising Your Bass Fishing Tackle
As a child, I often used to watch in wonderment at my old man before every fishing excursion; he was so organised that there wasn't an item in his tackle box which he wasn't aware of. He always spent time before we left organising everything neatly into an arrangement so when he needed it, he didn't have to waste valuable time looking for it.

To be honest, it drove me mad at the time because it seemed like a chore but years later, I've now realised how important managing bass fishing tackle really is.

Organize Your Fishing Day
One of the biggest mistakes anglers can make is to over prepare for a day on the water. What do we mean by this? Simply taking along equipment which doesn't fit in with the day's requirements.

If you are just going out on the water for a few hours or a even a day, it's not likely you are going to need every piece of tackle you own. Taking what you need means cutting down on unnecessary bulk and weight and means you can move around a little more freely. It also means when you need a piece of tackle in a hurry then you'll get to it reasonably quickly.

If you are travelling away for a few days then yes, you'll need to cover most angles which means a different variety of bass fishing tackle is required. A good tip for long fishing excursions is to take a mainstay tackle box containing most of your gear plus a smaller storage system, something like a wallet or smaller soft binder. Put what you need in the smaller container and just re-stock it when you need to.

Organizing bass fishing tackle just makes sense. Two questions you can ask yourself when placing tackle in a storage area are: is everything going to be easily accessible and will I be able to locate what I need in a hurry? If the tackle is well separated from each other as to avoid frustrating entanglement, then there is no reason you should have those nightmarish moments when everything is mashed up like a spaghetti dish.

Did You Know?
It's important to change up your baits when they are not producing. For example, when crank or spinner baits are producing lack lustre results then consider using the old reliable jerkbait. Yes, it has rescued many a fishing mission because of it's ability to find a fish in nearly all conditions.

Maintaining A Good Storage System
While the storage system is vital in good bass fishing tackle management, just as important are the various tackle organizers available on the market. Hooks in hook organizers, weights in weight organizers, baits in bait organizers...you get the picture. Organizers are ideal in larger storage systems such as the bulkier tackle boxes or simply keeping them in an area of the house such as a garage away from the children.

From traditional tackle boxes to the new soft binder storage units, managing tour tackle shouldn't be a chore; it should be a pleasure particularly if you are serious about your bass fishing.

About the Author
Dean Caporella is a professional broadcaster. Want a trouble-free fishing experience? You need to get your bass fishing tackle in order! We tell you how plus, become a bass fishing success with news, tips and techniques at:http://www.bassfishingheaven.com