Fishing Overview
By Christopher John Bennett Christopher John Bennett
Fishing is, in simple words, catching fish from sea, river, or any other aquatic source. It is one of the oldest methods for gathering food in human history. Over 38 million people in the world are related to any form of fishing or fishing business. In many countries, fishing is the most accepted profession and major income source. Beside a profession, fishing is very popular as a recreational sport. Fishing is more common in Asia than any other part of the world and about one fifth of total production rounds up from here.
The main source of collecting fish is the sea. There are some popular sea grounds for fishing and fish is available in these spots around the whole year. Some of these grounds, known as fishing banks, are Agulhas bank, Flemish Cap, Grand banks, Hawkins bank, Princess Alice etc. Most of the fishing villages grow near an available fishing bank. Some of these villages are hundred years old and still following the tradition. Most people in a fishing village are fishermen. Their work include from catching fish to prepare and send it to market. Usually the fishing villages are wholesaler to the local shops or may be to the international market. Sometimes, if the bank is in deep sea, the fishermen use a floating zone to store fish.
Inland fishing is also very important. It is the main source for the domestic demand of a country. This kind of fishing does not need lots of equipments or technology and it involves both professional and recreational fishermen. A fisherman is a person who catches fish. However, sometimes, his job is to prepare fish as well as sending it to the market and for that, the fisher man must have knowledge about the fish processing system. Women are usually very expert in fish processing techniques and marketing in the fishing villages. Sometimes they even go to fishing at sea. The fishermen use boat for fishing, but a practical fishing boat is different in many ways from a regular boat. It needs a lot of modifications to prepare the boat for long time sea travel and also for catching and storing fish. Other fishing equipments are also installed in a fishing boat. Radio communication system is also an important part of a fishing boat.
Catching fish is not so easy. It requires a lot of techniques, skills, and patience. Professional fishermen use modern technology like radio communication and GPS besides regular fishing equipments for fishing. Using those things allows them to go to the deep sea with a low risk and also they keep a constant contact with the coast to get weather information.
Besides the fish, other aquatic animals are also included in fishing. All of them are widely accepted food, known as seafood, all over the world. Some of the top producers of seafood are the China, Japan, Russia, Indonesia, Peru, and United States. About one third of total production comes from China. The fish market and related business is very wide spread and still growing.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Beach Fishing in South Wales
Beach Fishing in South Wales
By Tom Sangers
Dale Beach
Dale Beach is a great bass storm beach during the summer and autumn months. The beach also offers fishermen the chance to catch flounders, dabs, dogfish, whiting,
mackerel, garfish and even the occasional ray depending on the season. Peeler crab can make the best bait as can lugworm, fish strips and ragworm. Long casting is ideal here especially if you are going after rays.
Broad Haven
Another good beach for bass, while its flat beach with sand and shingle also make it a great place to catch plaice and dabs. It's also possible to catch Gurnard, dogfish and odd turbot here too. If you have good long distance casters you could also catch tope
Lydstep Beach
Like a lot of West Wales beaches a great casting outfit is a real bonus here. After storms the bass tend to come fairly close to the beach on the spring tides. Lydstep is also good for catching flatties, whiting and dogfish.
Newgale Sands
Newgale Sands is popular among swimmers and surfers, yet during the summer nights its great for fishing with bass, whiting, flatfish and mackerel also out there just waiting to be caught. The beach is shingle and you will be casting out onto a sand seabed so sandeel is a good bait; mackerel strips, worm baits and ray are good bait for taking flatties and coalfish during the winter months.
Whitesands Bay
From Whitesands Bay you can reach deep water providing you have a good beachcaster. The beach has good bass fishing from early spring to the end of November. Rays, plaice, flounders and even the odd turbot can also be caught. During the winter months whiting, cod and coalfish occupy the waters. Sandeel and crab are great baits for the bass.
Newport Beach
Fishing can be had on this big beach with either beachcasters or a smaller rod while wadding. During the summer months there are bass who are swimming into the Nevern estuary while there are plenty of flatfish to be had near the river mouth, rays have also been seen swimming close to the shore. Bass can be caught on the fly yet sea trout require an Environment Agency rod license
This article was written by Tom Sangers on behalf of Celtic Haven Pembrokeshire Cottages which make ideal accommodation for a Pembrokeshire Cottage Holiday.
By Tom Sangers
Dale Beach
Dale Beach is a great bass storm beach during the summer and autumn months. The beach also offers fishermen the chance to catch flounders, dabs, dogfish, whiting,
mackerel, garfish and even the occasional ray depending on the season. Peeler crab can make the best bait as can lugworm, fish strips and ragworm. Long casting is ideal here especially if you are going after rays.
Broad Haven
Another good beach for bass, while its flat beach with sand and shingle also make it a great place to catch plaice and dabs. It's also possible to catch Gurnard, dogfish and odd turbot here too. If you have good long distance casters you could also catch tope
Lydstep Beach
Like a lot of West Wales beaches a great casting outfit is a real bonus here. After storms the bass tend to come fairly close to the beach on the spring tides. Lydstep is also good for catching flatties, whiting and dogfish.
Newgale Sands
Newgale Sands is popular among swimmers and surfers, yet during the summer nights its great for fishing with bass, whiting, flatfish and mackerel also out there just waiting to be caught. The beach is shingle and you will be casting out onto a sand seabed so sandeel is a good bait; mackerel strips, worm baits and ray are good bait for taking flatties and coalfish during the winter months.
Whitesands Bay
From Whitesands Bay you can reach deep water providing you have a good beachcaster. The beach has good bass fishing from early spring to the end of November. Rays, plaice, flounders and even the odd turbot can also be caught. During the winter months whiting, cod and coalfish occupy the waters. Sandeel and crab are great baits for the bass.
Newport Beach
Fishing can be had on this big beach with either beachcasters or a smaller rod while wadding. During the summer months there are bass who are swimming into the Nevern estuary while there are plenty of flatfish to be had near the river mouth, rays have also been seen swimming close to the shore. Bass can be caught on the fly yet sea trout require an Environment Agency rod license
This article was written by Tom Sangers on behalf of Celtic Haven Pembrokeshire Cottages which make ideal accommodation for a Pembrokeshire Cottage Holiday.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Fishing Luggage
By Ivor Mouat Platinum Quality Author
Fishing luggage sounds a bit like something a fisherman might take with him on holiday, and in a way it is. Fishermen, or fisher women for that matter too, have an increasingly large amount of equipment to carry around with them. There are all kinds of hooks, lines, sinkers, bait, rods, and other things that most people have never heard of. That's where fishing luggage comes in; it's the bags and containers, cool boxes and wallets, and cases and buckets that those with a passion for fishing use to cart all their bits and pieces around.
Fishing or angling is the sport of catching fish. It can be either fresh water or saltwater fish caught in rivers and lakes or the sea. Like hunting, fishing came about for a very practical reason; people needed to eat and fish taste good. It certainly isn't anything new either. An ancient Egyptian rock carving from 4,000 years ago shows people dangling lines from rods in the river Nile.
The Treatyse of Fysshynge With an Angle was arguably the first proper publication to describe fishing, or fly fishing at least, as a sport. It was published in 1496. A dozen different kinds of artificial flies are described in this book and surprisingly, six of them are still in use today. Accessories such as flies and lines that can be changed around need to be carried in some way, and while the term fishing luggage is not specifically mentioned in this book, it is apparent that some kind of carrying container is commonly being used in the late 15th century by those who love to fish.
It wasn't until the 17th century that angling really took off. By this time a wire loop at the tip of the rod became common to assist the line running through. This was needed because of the invention of the reel. As fishing moved into the 18th century, accessories of all kinds became common and were regularly used by all the keenest of anglers. There still wasn't any kind of standardised luggage to carry it all around, but that was just around the corner.
Today, like travel luggage, fishing luggage can come in matching sets. There is even a hint of designer luggage for the more fashion aware angler. Buying matching sets does have its advantages as there is usually a bag or container to suit every need. However, the dyed-in-the-wool angler might not be so keen to have matching sets of luggage, believing that getting the right piece of luggage for a particular need is the best way to go, thereby building the luggage set up slowly as and when required.
Anglers tend to walk a fair distance to where the action takes place. Lugging around countless pieces of fishing luggage just because you can is probably not such a good idea. Choose your luggage carefully and sensibly. Buy the most essential pieces first and expand from there. This is not an expensive things to do, so don't skimp and save; get sturdy luggage items that will do the job and last the course. Then all you have to do is concentrate on what you enjoy doing most - waiting for that big one to bite.
Ivor Mouat is a keen writer with many interests. One of his websites is dedicated to fishing and all the tackle and fishing luggage that comes with the sport.
Fishing luggage sounds a bit like something a fisherman might take with him on holiday, and in a way it is. Fishermen, or fisher women for that matter too, have an increasingly large amount of equipment to carry around with them. There are all kinds of hooks, lines, sinkers, bait, rods, and other things that most people have never heard of. That's where fishing luggage comes in; it's the bags and containers, cool boxes and wallets, and cases and buckets that those with a passion for fishing use to cart all their bits and pieces around.
Fishing or angling is the sport of catching fish. It can be either fresh water or saltwater fish caught in rivers and lakes or the sea. Like hunting, fishing came about for a very practical reason; people needed to eat and fish taste good. It certainly isn't anything new either. An ancient Egyptian rock carving from 4,000 years ago shows people dangling lines from rods in the river Nile.
The Treatyse of Fysshynge With an Angle was arguably the first proper publication to describe fishing, or fly fishing at least, as a sport. It was published in 1496. A dozen different kinds of artificial flies are described in this book and surprisingly, six of them are still in use today. Accessories such as flies and lines that can be changed around need to be carried in some way, and while the term fishing luggage is not specifically mentioned in this book, it is apparent that some kind of carrying container is commonly being used in the late 15th century by those who love to fish.
It wasn't until the 17th century that angling really took off. By this time a wire loop at the tip of the rod became common to assist the line running through. This was needed because of the invention of the reel. As fishing moved into the 18th century, accessories of all kinds became common and were regularly used by all the keenest of anglers. There still wasn't any kind of standardised luggage to carry it all around, but that was just around the corner.
Today, like travel luggage, fishing luggage can come in matching sets. There is even a hint of designer luggage for the more fashion aware angler. Buying matching sets does have its advantages as there is usually a bag or container to suit every need. However, the dyed-in-the-wool angler might not be so keen to have matching sets of luggage, believing that getting the right piece of luggage for a particular need is the best way to go, thereby building the luggage set up slowly as and when required.
Anglers tend to walk a fair distance to where the action takes place. Lugging around countless pieces of fishing luggage just because you can is probably not such a good idea. Choose your luggage carefully and sensibly. Buy the most essential pieces first and expand from there. This is not an expensive things to do, so don't skimp and save; get sturdy luggage items that will do the job and last the course. Then all you have to do is concentrate on what you enjoy doing most - waiting for that big one to bite.
Ivor Mouat is a keen writer with many interests. One of his websites is dedicated to fishing and all the tackle and fishing luggage that comes with the sport.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Advantages of Using Fishing Lanyards
Advantages of Using Fishing Lanyards
By Ricky Lim Platinum Quality Author
Before actually using a fly fishing lanyard you should know what it is, how it works and what tools does it needs. Once you know all that, you will understand why you should use it and when.
If fishing lanyards is a strange concept to you, here's the explication: a fishing lanyard is a very useful accessory that will keep the most used fishing tools within reach.
A lanyard is used very often at conferences and trade shows in order to tag the contestants or the members of staff. Their role is very important and their used increased considerably thanks to the cushioned neck designs and the retracting clips.
You can choose a fishing lanyard according to your style because there's a match for everyone's taste. You can find man-made models, leather models and so on and so forth.
Thanks to a cozy band of rubber on the top half of the lanyard you can wear it around your neck every day of the year. Some of them integrate a release clasp that's standard for all models.
Wearing a fishing vest can be quite difficult sometimes because of the heat and that's why wearing a jacket under it is not always a good decision. Wearing a fishing lanyard is very comfortable not to mention that you'll always have your key items close. It's the perfect replacement for a fishing tackle box.
Don't worry about snags or unwanted movements because the lanyard has at its bottom a bulldog clip that will attach to waders or to your shirt. Usually any regular swivel has snap lock connectors allowing you to attach your tools.
You can do that directly or you can use a retractor clip. This latter is available in various test strength versions that will extend up to 24 inches.
If you plan to outfit a lanyard, you should pay attention to some details that will attach very easily and won't interfere with your work. For example: a safety whistle, a knot tying tool, a carabineer with sunscreen, a water thermometer, tools for cutting or holding line (hemostats, forceps, clipper), a pouch, leader gauges and at least two retractor clips just in case you need to attach more tools.
The most important characteristic of a lanyard is that it will help you carry as many supplies as necessary while wandering river, streams or sailing in your boat.
This nametag holder is actually a very useful accessory and there's no doubt about that.
Learn where to buy cheap fishing lanyards. Discover the best site to get lanyard discounts
By Ricky Lim Platinum Quality Author
Before actually using a fly fishing lanyard you should know what it is, how it works and what tools does it needs. Once you know all that, you will understand why you should use it and when.
If fishing lanyards is a strange concept to you, here's the explication: a fishing lanyard is a very useful accessory that will keep the most used fishing tools within reach.
A lanyard is used very often at conferences and trade shows in order to tag the contestants or the members of staff. Their role is very important and their used increased considerably thanks to the cushioned neck designs and the retracting clips.
You can choose a fishing lanyard according to your style because there's a match for everyone's taste. You can find man-made models, leather models and so on and so forth.
Thanks to a cozy band of rubber on the top half of the lanyard you can wear it around your neck every day of the year. Some of them integrate a release clasp that's standard for all models.
Wearing a fishing vest can be quite difficult sometimes because of the heat and that's why wearing a jacket under it is not always a good decision. Wearing a fishing lanyard is very comfortable not to mention that you'll always have your key items close. It's the perfect replacement for a fishing tackle box.
Don't worry about snags or unwanted movements because the lanyard has at its bottom a bulldog clip that will attach to waders or to your shirt. Usually any regular swivel has snap lock connectors allowing you to attach your tools.
You can do that directly or you can use a retractor clip. This latter is available in various test strength versions that will extend up to 24 inches.
If you plan to outfit a lanyard, you should pay attention to some details that will attach very easily and won't interfere with your work. For example: a safety whistle, a knot tying tool, a carabineer with sunscreen, a water thermometer, tools for cutting or holding line (hemostats, forceps, clipper), a pouch, leader gauges and at least two retractor clips just in case you need to attach more tools.
The most important characteristic of a lanyard is that it will help you carry as many supplies as necessary while wandering river, streams or sailing in your boat.
This nametag holder is actually a very useful accessory and there's no doubt about that.
Learn where to buy cheap fishing lanyards. Discover the best site to get lanyard discounts
Monday, December 14, 2009
THE Tips For Taking Care of Your Fishing Reel
Tips For Taking Care of Your Fishing Reel
By Philip Robinson Platinum Quality Author
Anyone who sees him or herself as an angler will end up with loads of fishing gear. Lures, flies, weights, swivels of all sorts and descriptions will make their miraculous way into the "fishing gear" and woe betide if anyone dares to even look at the stuff.
Stuff? What stuff? "My equipment, thank you very much".
Then every once in a long while you actually sit down and check over what you have managed to collect. Old gear, new gear and even old but never used gear. Then you will find the broken pieces like the old reels or bits that have been left over from another age. You may even trick your kids into believing they reel from before the war - the civil war, of course.
Then there are a few who after many years of dedicated fishing turn into real anglers - those who have forgotten more than what nearly everybody else will ever learn.
You will hear about them, they will be spoken of, and perhaps you will know of them because of their results. They won't brag but they may talk about better fishing times. And if you see them fishing you may perhaps recognize them but there will still be something mysterious about their know-how.
Then you will notice their gear, or lack of gear compared to others. They will have precisely what they need, it will rarely be new but it will definitely be well kept.
And that is one of their secrets - they take care of their equipment.
Take a look at their reel and how they care for it:
* they wipe it down after each use to avoid sand and dirt sticking to it.
* their line, especially if it is monofilament nylon, will never be old and the reel will always be full.
* the line will always be changed from season to season.
* they will oil and grease the reel regularly, as you can tell by the sweet way it runs silently.
The other thing you will notice when you see one of these anglers is the calmness that surrounds them. They are patient folk and that patience is always present, especially when the are fishing or when they are taking care of their equipment.
A good workman takes care of his tool just as a great angler always takes care of his gear.
Philip Robinson is happily married and a father of five. One of his passions is fishing and much of what he writes originated while teaching his children to fish. You can visit his latest fishing related website on fishing tackle boxes and fishing boxes in general (as well as other fishing accessories).
By Philip Robinson Platinum Quality Author
Anyone who sees him or herself as an angler will end up with loads of fishing gear. Lures, flies, weights, swivels of all sorts and descriptions will make their miraculous way into the "fishing gear" and woe betide if anyone dares to even look at the stuff.
Stuff? What stuff? "My equipment, thank you very much".
Then every once in a long while you actually sit down and check over what you have managed to collect. Old gear, new gear and even old but never used gear. Then you will find the broken pieces like the old reels or bits that have been left over from another age. You may even trick your kids into believing they reel from before the war - the civil war, of course.
Then there are a few who after many years of dedicated fishing turn into real anglers - those who have forgotten more than what nearly everybody else will ever learn.
You will hear about them, they will be spoken of, and perhaps you will know of them because of their results. They won't brag but they may talk about better fishing times. And if you see them fishing you may perhaps recognize them but there will still be something mysterious about their know-how.
Then you will notice their gear, or lack of gear compared to others. They will have precisely what they need, it will rarely be new but it will definitely be well kept.
And that is one of their secrets - they take care of their equipment.
Take a look at their reel and how they care for it:
* they wipe it down after each use to avoid sand and dirt sticking to it.
* their line, especially if it is monofilament nylon, will never be old and the reel will always be full.
* the line will always be changed from season to season.
* they will oil and grease the reel regularly, as you can tell by the sweet way it runs silently.
The other thing you will notice when you see one of these anglers is the calmness that surrounds them. They are patient folk and that patience is always present, especially when the are fishing or when they are taking care of their equipment.
A good workman takes care of his tool just as a great angler always takes care of his gear.
Philip Robinson is happily married and a father of five. One of his passions is fishing and much of what he writes originated while teaching his children to fish. You can visit his latest fishing related website on fishing tackle boxes and fishing boxes in general (as well as other fishing accessories).
Choosing the Right Fly Fishing Outfit For the Occasion
Choosing the Right Fly Fishing Outfit For the Occasion
By Joshua Killingsworth
Before you can go into the big box outdoors store and drop down all of your hard earned money on a new fly fishing outfit, you are going to want to make sure that you are buying the right gear for the occasion.
Beginners require a much different set of tackle than saltwater anglers, and likewise, a traveling angler must have an outfit that can be broken down and stored while they are on the move. Thankfully, finding the right one isn't all that hard, and as long as you understand why you need to match the fly fishing outfit to the type of angling you are intending to do, you will have a much better day on the water.
Beginning anglers require a rod and reel combination that will give them a bit of freedom to learn their casting techniques, as well as get a good feel for the action of the rod. Using fiberglass, baron, bamboo, and other types of rods require the angler to focus on their technique more than a graphite composite rod will, and this means that the beginner angler has a much easier time picking up the sport. Graphite fly fishing outfits are much more forgiving on new anglers than more expensive models.
Saltwater anglers on the other hand are going to want to make sure their rod has enough power to help them pull in the big fish. The fish that you'll encounter while saltwater fly fishing put up an extremely tough fight, with many being known to fight for an hour or longer. Because of this, if you intend to release your catch, you are going to want to make sure that the rod you use is strong enough to get the fish to you, without completely exhausting them. Getting a fish to this point of exhaustion puts their life in danger, and again, if you intend to release your catch, make sure you can put up more of a fight then they can.
If you are traveling, or are intending to get some fishing done on your next vacation or trip, you are going to want to consider purchasing a traveling fly fishing outfit. These sets are able to be broken down, and usually come in either a 4 or 5 piece combination, with a hard case to protect them while you are on the go. If the outfit that you are thinking about purchasing doesn't include the rod protector, you are either going to want to add one to the shopping list, or you will want to select another model that is for sale. Packing a fly rod into your suitcase is a recipe for disaster unless you have a case to protect it.
As you can see, buying the right fly fishing outfit isn't all that difficult. Depending on the type of angling you are going to be doing, you are going to want to keep these few tips in mind, to ensure that you purchase the right fly fishing outfit, and have the best day possible out on the water! Until next time, tight lines!
By Joshua Killingsworth
Before you can go into the big box outdoors store and drop down all of your hard earned money on a new fly fishing outfit, you are going to want to make sure that you are buying the right gear for the occasion.
Beginners require a much different set of tackle than saltwater anglers, and likewise, a traveling angler must have an outfit that can be broken down and stored while they are on the move. Thankfully, finding the right one isn't all that hard, and as long as you understand why you need to match the fly fishing outfit to the type of angling you are intending to do, you will have a much better day on the water.
Beginning anglers require a rod and reel combination that will give them a bit of freedom to learn their casting techniques, as well as get a good feel for the action of the rod. Using fiberglass, baron, bamboo, and other types of rods require the angler to focus on their technique more than a graphite composite rod will, and this means that the beginner angler has a much easier time picking up the sport. Graphite fly fishing outfits are much more forgiving on new anglers than more expensive models.
Saltwater anglers on the other hand are going to want to make sure their rod has enough power to help them pull in the big fish. The fish that you'll encounter while saltwater fly fishing put up an extremely tough fight, with many being known to fight for an hour or longer. Because of this, if you intend to release your catch, you are going to want to make sure that the rod you use is strong enough to get the fish to you, without completely exhausting them. Getting a fish to this point of exhaustion puts their life in danger, and again, if you intend to release your catch, make sure you can put up more of a fight then they can.
If you are traveling, or are intending to get some fishing done on your next vacation or trip, you are going to want to consider purchasing a traveling fly fishing outfit. These sets are able to be broken down, and usually come in either a 4 or 5 piece combination, with a hard case to protect them while you are on the go. If the outfit that you are thinking about purchasing doesn't include the rod protector, you are either going to want to add one to the shopping list, or you will want to select another model that is for sale. Packing a fly rod into your suitcase is a recipe for disaster unless you have a case to protect it.
As you can see, buying the right fly fishing outfit isn't all that difficult. Depending on the type of angling you are going to be doing, you are going to want to keep these few tips in mind, to ensure that you purchase the right fly fishing outfit, and have the best day possible out on the water! Until next time, tight lines!
Hiring a Fishing Guide, to Get the Most Out of Your Fishing Trip
Hiring a Fishing Guide, to Get the Most Out of Your Fishing Trip
By Todd Inman
Hiring a fishing guide can be a wonderful learning experience or a totally frustrating experience. So from my experiences this is what I recommend. First pick the location, type of fish, and method of fishing you would like to do.
What you do is get online and do a search for guides in the area you will be fishing and put together the 5 that sound the best to you. You can also look up internet phone book listings. Then e-mail each and see who responds the quickest. Choose the first 3 and call those guides, and ask about who will be taking you fishing. Is it the guide that is the namesake of the outfit or a hired guide. Often times hired guides have only fished the area for a short time, if at all. What you want is a guide that knows the area and all the local tricks. Ask them for at least 3 references that are from out of state, (not his neighbor) a good guide will have no problem with the questions or the references. Always listen for demeanor too, you do not want to spend your money and your time with a grump. Unless of course you like grumpy people. I prefer fun energetic guides that not only teach about fishing techniques but offer knowledge about the local area.
The next question to ask the prospective guide would be what you get for your money, and what is required of you. Most Guides will supply all necessary gear, rods lures etc. Some also include lunch, so make sure you ask. I have a very nice collection of rods and I like to use my own equipment, but I always ask if the guide is ok with that. If they are not I will quiz them on their equipment, like rod and reel manufactures, line,etc. If they are not using quality equipment, go elsewhere! And always ask what you should be prepared for in regards to weather, its better to be prepared than miserable. Its better to take a little too many warm clothes, snacks, drinks than to be wet, cold hungry and thirsty. If you have any special needs always let your guide know before you book the trip to ensure they can accommodate your needs. This is your trip and your money after all.
So when you have talked to at least three fishing guide outfits, use your own intuition and who you feel the most comfortable with. I can usually tell who I will hire after the first phone conversation, but I still always check references unless recommended by a friend or another guide in the area.
Call a couple weeks before your scheduled trip to make sure all is still well, and to confirm pick up time and meeting location. If they say they cannot make it but have lined up another guide, demand your deposit back! I have had that happen and got a guide that had no experience at all and it was a $400.00 boat ride in Alaska.
So if you follow my recommendations I can almost guarantee that you will have a good time, meet a new friend or two and have a great fish story to tell.
A trick I learned in Alaska quite a few years ago was to hire a guide the first day I would be fishing an area learn all the tips tricks, baits, what rod to use etc and go back to the tackle store and get the right terminal tackle and go back to the same area and bank fish the next day. It works great caught almost as many fish without the guide but saved a bunch of money. Making hiring the guide very worth while and I always like to hire a guide first when fishing a new body of water, whether it be a river, or lake.
Tight Lines and good fishing.
Todd Inman, Owner of Western Outdoor Supply a e-commerce retail web site that sells the finest in outdoor, hunting, camping, marine electronics and GPS. http://www.westernoutdoorsupply.net
By Todd Inman
Hiring a fishing guide can be a wonderful learning experience or a totally frustrating experience. So from my experiences this is what I recommend. First pick the location, type of fish, and method of fishing you would like to do.
What you do is get online and do a search for guides in the area you will be fishing and put together the 5 that sound the best to you. You can also look up internet phone book listings. Then e-mail each and see who responds the quickest. Choose the first 3 and call those guides, and ask about who will be taking you fishing. Is it the guide that is the namesake of the outfit or a hired guide. Often times hired guides have only fished the area for a short time, if at all. What you want is a guide that knows the area and all the local tricks. Ask them for at least 3 references that are from out of state, (not his neighbor) a good guide will have no problem with the questions or the references. Always listen for demeanor too, you do not want to spend your money and your time with a grump. Unless of course you like grumpy people. I prefer fun energetic guides that not only teach about fishing techniques but offer knowledge about the local area.
The next question to ask the prospective guide would be what you get for your money, and what is required of you. Most Guides will supply all necessary gear, rods lures etc. Some also include lunch, so make sure you ask. I have a very nice collection of rods and I like to use my own equipment, but I always ask if the guide is ok with that. If they are not I will quiz them on their equipment, like rod and reel manufactures, line,etc. If they are not using quality equipment, go elsewhere! And always ask what you should be prepared for in regards to weather, its better to be prepared than miserable. Its better to take a little too many warm clothes, snacks, drinks than to be wet, cold hungry and thirsty. If you have any special needs always let your guide know before you book the trip to ensure they can accommodate your needs. This is your trip and your money after all.
So when you have talked to at least three fishing guide outfits, use your own intuition and who you feel the most comfortable with. I can usually tell who I will hire after the first phone conversation, but I still always check references unless recommended by a friend or another guide in the area.
Call a couple weeks before your scheduled trip to make sure all is still well, and to confirm pick up time and meeting location. If they say they cannot make it but have lined up another guide, demand your deposit back! I have had that happen and got a guide that had no experience at all and it was a $400.00 boat ride in Alaska.
So if you follow my recommendations I can almost guarantee that you will have a good time, meet a new friend or two and have a great fish story to tell.
A trick I learned in Alaska quite a few years ago was to hire a guide the first day I would be fishing an area learn all the tips tricks, baits, what rod to use etc and go back to the tackle store and get the right terminal tackle and go back to the same area and bank fish the next day. It works great caught almost as many fish without the guide but saved a bunch of money. Making hiring the guide very worth while and I always like to hire a guide first when fishing a new body of water, whether it be a river, or lake.
Tight Lines and good fishing.
Todd Inman, Owner of Western Outdoor Supply a e-commerce retail web site that sells the finest in outdoor, hunting, camping, marine electronics and GPS. http://www.westernoutdoorsupply.net
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