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Learning The Joy of Bass Fishing

Smallmouth Bass caught on the Missouri River i...
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Bass fishing tips are great for any beginner as knowledge is power. Knowing a few details about the metabolism of a bass can make the difference between fishing and catching.

The temperature of the water you fish needs to be within a specific range to have your best days. I have gone when it’s a bit too early here and the water temperature was too low and it was as if there were no bass in the water at all.

A day or two later and the temperature of the water raised enough to make those bass extremely active. So pay attention to the water temperature and you will have better days.

A great bass fishing tip is, when the water is too cold for bass to be very active move to shallower water if possible, where the sun warms it up faster. It can be dyn-o-might fishing.

I have been fishing smallmouth bass here in New Brunswick and at the start of each new fishing season I head to the spots that warm up first and very seldom get skunked. Although last year I took a friend to spot I thought was going to be perfect but the water was considerably colder than any other year I have fished there in the spring.

Water temperatures for optimal smallmouth bass fishing conditions are between 10 degrees Celsius and 25 degrees Celsius. Get above 25 or below 10, approx, and they will tend to shut down, so find the water that is between these two values and you should be catching fish if they are there.

I say ‘if they are there’ because I was fishing a spot hoping for a few smallies and this little ole lady came up to me laughing at me and telling me that pond never had fish in it and then she walked away laughing. You never know until you try.

Fish tend to school or travel in groups of similar sized fish so you can use this as an indicator of whether you should choose to move on if all you are catching are small smallies. Although I have caught some big bass after a number of little guys were caught, so take this piece of advice any way you would like.

As a rule if I go too long with the same size fish I will move on.

After saying all this it still comes down to going with my gut because some days all the conditions seem right yet nothing is happening. That’s the time I start thinking about what they eat and find a location where their source of food is more plentiful.

That might mean to start checking out the little bays and coves where the wind may have forced the bait fish into.

Get the first few tips right and you should be having a good time smallmouth bass fishing.

The colder it gets here in New Brunswick the more memories of fishing in Florida rush into my mind screaming to take me south. I just have to plan a Florida fishing trip for next winter. I just have to remember to get my passport this year as we no longer can use our license to get into the U.S. from Canada.

I went south with my brother a couple of times and did some off shore fishing. That was great fun but since then I have gotten kind of addicted to bass fishing, but I have never hooked a largemouth so that’ s what the goal is for my Florida fishing getaway for next year.

I think I will contact a few bass fishing in Florida web site owners and see if we can work out something so I can fish a few great largemouth spots andmaybe even a few places to stay that aren’t to expensive.

The more money I can save on accommodations the more I can spend on my fishing desires, err I mean fishing needs. I have simple needs really and just want to fish.

Seriously though the plan is to fish Florida for largemouth bass. I am even willing to camp to save money so that I would be able to go sooner. I say camping but one year my wife, son and I had planned to camp in Florida to save money but found that the hotel right next door to the camp ground was $5.00 cheaper and they had a complete kitchenette as well. So if that happens again I will not be camping.

Okay, that’s it for now, back to day dreaming about Florida and warmer weather.

Auckland Vacation Tips in Fishing

Rainbow trout fishing on the McKenzie River ne...
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When summer time comes and salmon are starting to run, many people who like fishing visit Auckland. Tourists tend to know when the salmon run starts.  This may not be on purpose but they do know the best place to catch salmon is in fishing Auckland.  Auckland’s waters make their tourists even lawyers get the Auckland fishing guide and provide the tourists the best spots in Auckland for fishing. First, you have to know what kind of fish you want to catch. You can choose from different varieties of fishes like silver salmon, arctic char, steelhead, Auckland king salmon, rainbow trout, or any other fish.

The Arctic, Southwest, South central, Southeast and the interior design are the five known geographical places in Auckland. These are the sites where you can maximize your fishing expedition. You have to hire a fishing guide since you do not know the area. They may give the best spots for you and accompany you to your fishing.

Here Are Some Things You May Want To Ask From Your Guide at:
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  1. You have to know how long they have been doing their work in Auckland. It is good if they have been staying there for a long time already. The reason is that they have much knowledge about the different yearly cycles of Auckland.
  2. Be aware of the time you will spend during the trip. Also, make note of the time that you will need during the actual fishing. The amount that you will pay your guide might only be consumed on the time of the boat ride rather than the fishing itself.
  3. Ask how much a particular guide would cost, because they have different rates depending on their skills, experiences and length of stay in their job. A guide that would cost cheaper than the average rate of the other guides might not have enough experience and skills.
  4. It is recommended that you have your references. This will help you narrow down your choices in selecting a fishing guide. Most people who have been there are willing to share about how satisfied they were during the fishing vacation. They can also give you some advice on what you need to do during the adventure.
  5. Remember, this is a chance for you to ask about particular issues that concern you. Do not hesitate to gather information from your guide. By this time, you should be able to have your final choice for your Auckland fishing guide that will be perfect for your plans and make the most out of your trip in Auckland.
Smallmouth Bass from Eagle Lake in Ontario, Ca...
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After years of fly fishing Atlantic salmon and Brook trout in New Brunswick, every chance I got, I was introduced to smallmouth bass fishing and decided to give my fly rod a try on some smallies. That’s a day I will not soon forget as it was an experience that was completely different from any other fly fishing experience I had to that point.

Fly fishing for salmon and trout has a specific feel when the strike comes but nothing even close to a smallmouth strike on a fly. It was a powerful strike and the fight was spectacular with so many jumps and spins I was dizzy. Oh yeah, plus that fact that they spin your float tube around and around if you can’t lock your feet to the bottom some how. Great fun.

I can thank my friend Kerry for that experience although he never tried the fly rod so he doesn’t know what he missed. It was completely different that fishing smallies with a spinning rod, as much fun as that is.

Even the water I fished was different than the brooks, ponds and rivers I fished for salmon and trout. Now I was fly fishing lakes looking for lily pads and weeds more than open water.

Smallmouth bass on the fly is heart stopping action and I can’t get enough of it. There just doesn’t seem to be enough time to do all the fishing I want to do, bummer. Maybe we need to move to a more southern climate, eh? Not really though, I love New Brunswick.

I guess, for now, I will just have keep dreaming about fly fishing for smallmouth bass in New Brunswick, well at least until spring arrives once again.

Memories of My Rapala CountDown Minnow

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The CountDown method of fishing first introduced by this lure has become a standard presentation of knowledgeable anglers. The slow-sinking, control-depth method enables you to put this lure exactly in the feeding zone of suspended fish or just above weed tops or bottom structure for deeper feeders. Of course, the balanced action can be trolled or casted and retrieved in the usual manner. The CountDown has proven itself especially effective for large trout, walleye and bass.

  • CD01: 1″, 1/16 oz., One No. 12 Treble Hook
  • CD03: 1.5″, 1/8 oz., Two No. 12 Treble Hooks
  • CD05: 2″, 3/16 oz., Two No. 10 Treble Hooks
  • CD07: 2.75″, 1/4 oz., Two No. 7 Treble Hooks
  • CD09: 3.5″, 7/16 oz., Two No. 5 Treble Hooks
  • CD11: 4 3/8″, 9/16 oz., Two No. 3 Treble Hooks

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An Introduction to Fly Fishing Flies

Fly Fishing Lessons – Fly Fishing Flies

Traditionally, fly fishing has been used to catch salmon and trout, but today fly fishing can catch a variety of other fish species from smallmouth and largemouth bass, to your larger saltwater fish species, such as marlin and tarpon. Unlike bait fishing where live bait is used to catch fish, artificial fly fishing flies are used to catch fish when fly fishing. The equipment used for fly fishing also differs from fishing equipment used for bait fishing. For fly fishing it is important to select the correct fly line, fly rod and flt reel before you start fishing. It is also extremely important to use the correct fly fishing flies to match the species of fish you want to catch.

An Introduction to Fly Fishing Flies

Artificial fly fishing flies are commonly used in fly fishing. Today there are many companies that produce fly fishing flies, and artificial fly fishing flies can be bought all over the world. Today, fly fishing flies are available in many different varieties, and differ in shape, color and size. Artificial flies can be made from many different materials including hairs, feathers and fur. These materials can either be natural or synthetic. Many fly fishing flies available today imitate the food that a particular fish may eat. You also get fly fishing flies that don’t imitate anything in nature.

Fly fishing flies are made with the aquatic appearance of local fish and insects in mind. The artificial fly fishing flies that you use must normally match the food that the fish species eat for the specific location that you are fishing in. Fly fishing flies can also be customized with regard to color and patterns to create flies that are suitable to your location. Many fly fishermen make their own fly fishing flies for fishing or as a hobby. To meet the different specifications of fly fishing flies required all over the world, gifted experts are employed all over the world to create artificial fly fishing flies. As a hobby, hand-crafting artificial fly fishing flies is an exciting and pleasurable pastime. Synthetic materials are more popular when it comes to creating flies.

If you are looking to purchase a quality fly fishing rod, check out the guide to Sage fly rod models.

Categories of Fly Fishing Flies

There is an incredible variety of fly fishing flies that are available. Fly fishing flies can be broken down into the following categories:

  • Dry Flies – Designed to float on the water surface and imitate the adult stage of aquatic insects, or land-based insects that have fallen into the water (such as ants or beetles).
  • Wet Flies – Designed to float just below the surface of the water and imitate immature aquatic insects, or drowned insects.
  • Nymphs – A type of wet fly that imitates the larval form of aquatic insects.
  • Streamers – A type of wet fly that imitates minnows or small fish which are the prey of larger fish.
  • Surface Lures – Are used to imitate mice or frogs. Surface lures are fished in a manner to create a disturbance on the water’s surface to attract predatory fish, and are also normally very colorful.

If you are looking to purchase a fly fishing float tube, check out the guide to buying an Outcast float tube.

 

For more information about saltwater fly fishing gear, take a look at the news feed for Fly Fishing Elite (Feedest.com).

 

M. salmoides caught by an angler in Connecticut.
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When mentioned largemouth bass fishing among dedicated anglers can engender levels of excitement that only those who regularly cast a line can appreciate. You have to understand some of the basic principle of largemouth bass fishing if you want to increase your chance of having a satisfying outing and have a good catch.

Tips for Largemouth Bass Fishing

Fishing bait live or artificial bait is a question often asked but fish will let you know what they prefer by how often they are biting. Plastic worms come in variety of colors, stick with one of them if you are getting good result or you can mix them up. You can switch from one color to another.

Always keep your live bait fresh and do not allowed to go off. It is recommended to split them up into air tight containers if you buy worm in a large quantity.

Always have a plan B having a plan before fishing for largemouth will give you the best result but you also must have back up plan to fall back on. A good and preferred area for largemouth fish is an area with the low level of noise activity.

largemouth bass fishing spot like rocks and weed are the place where the fish forgather and these fish are expert at ambushing their intended prey. Be prepared to move to another spot if you don’t get result in the first spot.

Birds can be a good indication of fish being present or ascertain signs of life around your fishing are. Birds are feeding when there is baitfish around and largemouth bass won’t be far away from the baitfish area.

Largemouth bass very comfortable in shallow or deep water level, but they are commonly like staying out of a current flow. You have to prepared your fishing gear for both level of water and always have selection for deep water and surface lures. When there is water current present, you have to look at the covered fishing area.

Always try different thing, try reaction lure if the live or plastic bait are not bite. When fishing in murky water color you have to try at a clearer area and when you exhausted all bait option in deep water level you can try at shallow depths.

To have and success in largemouth bass fishing, angler must have ability and patience, if one method not working be prepared to change it.