Top 5 Factors in Locating Bass

What is it about bass fishing that attracts so many new people every year? More and more people seem to be drawn to the simplicity and serenity of bass fishing but stick around because of the excitement and delight of reeling in the big one.
Quite often in both professional and recreational fishing, anglers ask the never ending question of where are the bass located? Being able to locate exactly where the bass are in any lake, stream, river, or what have you is, of course, the very first aspect every good angler should learn and focus upon. Understanding the water and the wheres and whys bass are generally located in certain areas will most assuredly make locating the best place to drop your line much easier and precise.

Becoming educated on how to locate bass can be a rather difficult challenge due to the fact that there are several different factors that need to be considered. Familiarize yourself with each of the following before you venture out on your next bass fishing trip.

1- Knowing how to read a map is essential in routing your trip through the water mass and will assist you in pin pointing your exact location.
2- Understanding how various weather conditions and seasonal patterns effect the water and how active bass move about within it is very important as well as learning the most feasible areas to look for active bass immediately after cold fronts and the like.
3- Being able to configure the water depth is vital in conjunction with the water temperatures and where the bass are most comfortable.

4- Reading the clarity of the water can help to judge the amount of activity down below and deciding if there are active fish in that particular area.
5- Lastly, being aware of any structures or vegetation that may be above or below the water can assists in finding any areas where the bass may like to hide.
A lot to consider before even setting out on a simple bass fishing trip? Maybe so, but they are also pretty basic and will become second nature to both recreational and dedicated bass fisherman alike. Taking a moment to consider all of the above elements will make any bass fishing trip much more enjoyable and fruitful.

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Top 5 Facts About Catfish

Catfishing is a lot of fun, whether you are a first time rookie or a seasoned veteran. This article discusses the top 5 facts about my favorite fish, the catfish. I will post another article in the near future discussing the top 5 additional facts. I hope you enjoy!
There are 2 places where catfish are produced. They are grown in the wild and also in fish hatcheries. When catfish are grown in fish hatcheries, they live in ponds that are only 5 feet deep! Its amazing how little water they require.

In the wild, catfish usually feed on both dead and living bait fish. They are also known to feed on worms and bugs which make their way into the water. In a hatchery, catfish are forced to eat food pellets, similar to dogs or cats. I am guessing it is much more profitable for the hatcheries to feed the catfish pellets instead of mass quantities of insects...although I would love to feed them every mosquito in the world!

Female catfish can produce a massive amount of eggs every year. Studies show that each female catfish produces 4000 eggs for every pound of their own body weight each year. That is an incredible figure.
When a catfish first breaks out of the egg, they are known as a "sac fry". The reason they are called this strange name is because they are still dependent to the yoke sack that they are attached to. Once they mature, the yoke sack falls off and they their feeding habit is similar to larger, fully developed catfish.
After the yoke sack falls off of the catfish, and they reach a length of 4 inches long, they are known as "finger lings". Some people use their finger as a unit of measurement also.
As you have read above, catfish are an amazing creature. They are my favorite fish to catch and they are also my favorite fish to eat!

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The Top Five Things to Do Before You Go Fishing

Fishing is a great recreational sport, that can be very relaxing, and enjoyable if you are prepared. I have made a list of the top five things you need to help you enjoy your trip, and they are.
1. Knowing the location of your trip, is it a lake, a river, or the ocean. This will help you to choose what equipment you will need, so you don't take equipment for fishing in the ocean if you are on a lake, or river, or vice versa.
2. Knowing what your fishing for. If you are fishing in fresh waters, bass and trout, in the ocean, well you name it, you can catch anything from a shark to a squid, that's what makes fishing in the ocean so exciting.
3. Bait, this is the most important thing, without it you won't catch anything. Location is also important for what bait to use. If you fish in lakes and rivers, you can use worms, lures, flies, shiners. In the ocean well you can write a book on all the bait you can use, just make sure you bring plenty of bait, because if you run out, so is your trip.

4. Make sure you have plenty of equipment, like poles, hooks, weights, bobbers, line, and of course all this stuff needs to go into a fishing box. You will also need a fish chain, or bucket to put the catch of the day, you can also use a net when you catch a fish, but you don't really need one, it's optional.
5. Bring food and an emergency kit. You should always bring a small cooler, with water, or drinks, and sandwiches, trail mix, ect. Trust me you will get hungry, and many fishing spots don't have stores right next door, so it's wise to be prepared especially if you are with kids, they are always hungry. It is also wise to bring an emergency kit, this will include, band-aids, ointment, cell phone, and bug spray is always a good idea, because like food, there is no stores next door.
When I go fishing I use this list to help me prepare for my trip, I have two types of gear, one is for fresh water, like lakes and rivers, and another for deep sea. If you follow this list hopefully it will help you be more prepared and safe, because fishing is a lot of fun when your one step ahead. With the economy the way it is, fishing is a good way to have fun and not spend a lot of money doing it. So take your family and enjoy the outdoors, it helps families get closer.

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Top 5 Reasons You Should Take Up This Sport

Game Fishing:
You may have gone fishing at some point in your life. Be it luring fish in a pond, a fishing or picnic spree by the lake. For all you know you have already at one point or another gone fishing at your friend's house, with that beautiful tank full of colorful fishes, you could just not resist the temptation of luring them with a stick or with your fingers even. Fishing has come a long way since its origin in the early days when it was once a way of life, and for some their source of food. Potential was seen in the activity and many have re-invented fishing now, making it one of the most favorite sport and recreational activity. Game fishing is a sport that stems out from the main streamline of fishing and by far bears the most similarities to the purpose of fishing back in the olden days. Fish are lured for a number of reasons besides the sport and recreational aspects. Whether marine or freshwater fish they are edible, but with the recent decline in fish species, anglers support the catch and release principle to help fish populations recover and multiply in number. A very interesting sport, game fishing is by far one of the most fascinating water sports that is loved and taken on by fishing enthusiasts. Here are some of the reasons why they do and why you will enjoy game fishing yourself.

1. An old sport, a new skill. Game fishing is entirely different form of fishing; it takes learned skill to land your first catch successfully and safely. Learning more than just throw a line and bob it to attract fish, game fishing involves learning about luring which involves the kinds of bait that can effectively be used to fish, trolling, chumming/chunking, and of course the main event, battling the fish. Hooking the fish on your line does not end your fishing adventure, it signals the start of adrenalin pumping action. This is basically where the skills you learn will be applied. Reeling and the proper and safe way to do it will be taught to you as one of the most important skills of the sport. Knowing when to let the line escape and when to pull it is significant to catching what you have on the end of your line. Hauling is also another skill set that you will learn. This is the part when you need to skillfully bring in your catch which is very much still alive. Gaffing is used on the bigger game fish and for smaller ones nets are utilized to haul a catch onto the boat.

2. It's a great way to make new friends and new memories. You get to make new fishing buddies who can teach you the ropes and help you enhance your fishing skills. Memories are abundant in the sport of fishing, your first catch; your first reel and your first fish battle are all significant as you take on this rewarding sport.
3. Help sustain underwater wildlife. Game fishing is not only about catching big fish and enjoying it as a meal or a wall mount. The sport has also taken on the endeavor of preserving sea life for generations to come. The Gamefish Tagging program (GTP) has been working with game fishing clubs acquiring their help to gather research data which is invaluable to the ongoing movement from the extinction of certain fish species. Fish tagging has become a tournament as it recognizes fish game clubs and individuals who tag the most number of fish during their activity.

4. Of personal achievement and human triumph. As game fishing is a sport that involves learning skills you never intended to take a course on, managing to perform such an activity is an achievement on its own. Catching your first big one and successfully reeling and hauling it in is something that you would surely celebrate for the next few days until the next game fishing adventure.
5. It's a great weekend getaway. Escape to the water and discover where the real action is. It starts off as a scenic ride to deeper waters, a relaxing wait, the battle, and then the triumph. It's like a movie with you as the lead actor.
These are just five out of a million reasons why you should go game fishing. It's fishing like no other with the most rewarding experience ever. Enjoy the thrill of luring in a big fish and then releasing it so that future generations can also enjoy this most loved sport.

Finn Menzies is a lover of fishing trips. He is also an experienced writer and enjoys sharing information and tips on fishing trips with other like-minded people. Finn Menzies has experienced and tried fishing trips all around Australia and recommends anyone interested in game fishing to give it a go!!

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Top 5 Reasons for Making Your Own Fishing Lures

Imagine this: You are on sitting on the dock, feet hanging over the side, and a fishing pole in your hand. You are talking to your best friend, drinking a coke, when there is a quick jerk on your fishing pole. You start reeling as fast as you can, and after a minute or two the fish finally emerges from the water hanging from your lure on the end of the line. What an adrenaline rush.
Fishing is one of the most popular and relaxing ways for one to spend their leisure time. It is also one of the best ways to bond with family and friends. I'll never forget the first time my dad took me fishing, it is one the best memories of my childhood.
Fishing like many other sports and hobbies requires costly equipment. A boat can cost as much as a new car. Fishing poles can cost anywhere from $20-$200. Don't forget about other equipment such as fishing line, weights, a tackle box, and most importantly a vast variety of fishing lures.

Lures are the main factor that decides whether or not you catch a fish. Different fish are attracted to certain types and colors of lures, at certain times of the year. So to be prepared for all these circumstances a fisherman must have an extensive assortment of fishing lures.

Instead of buying fishing lures some fisherman choose to make their own.
Here are the top reasons to make your own fishing lures:
1. Saves you money. Fishing lures can cost anywhere from $2-$15. Most range from $3-$8. Buying a wide variety of fishing lures can cost you hundreds of dollars. Why buy lures, when you can make them for pennies.

2. Gain a hobby. Instead of watching television, get a hobby that relates to something you love. Making fishing lures is fun hobby and a useful way to pass the time.
3. Stay in touch with fishing away from the water. Making your own fishing lures will keep your mind on fishing even when there is not a pole in your hand.
4. The great feeling you get when you catch a fish on a lure you made. It always feels good to catch a fish, but it feels even better when you know that your lure that you made is reason you caught it.
5. You will be the envy of you buddies when fishing. When fishing with your buddies they will definitely be impressed that you made your own lures, and might even ask to use one.

Making your own fishing lures will enhance your fishing experience on and off the water. Not only will you save money, but you will gain a hobby, and learn an impressive skill.

Learn more about making your own fishing lures by visiting my blog at http://constructyourownfishinglures.blogspot.com.

Ryne Lambert is a college student and entrepreneur. He is working on his degree in business at the University of Wisconsin. His hobbies include attending sporting events, watching movies, listening to music, playing sports with friends, playing video games, and spending time with family.

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