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Can You Use A Jigging Rod For Bottom Fishing?

Can You Use A Jigging Rod For Bottom Fishing?

You can use a jigging rod for bottom fishing. Although it is not typically used for bottom fishing, most jigging rods will work perfectly. The best length jigging rod for bottom fishing would be a 5’8-7’, light to medium weight graphite rod with good flexibility fitted with a spinning reel.

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Best Fish Finder for Kayak Fishing (Updated 2021 Season)

Best Fish Finder for Kayak Fishing (Updated 2021 Season)

A quality fish finder will incorporate CHIRP Sonar to distinguish fish from other structures, A GPS for both safety and for logging of fishing numbers, a good quality, weather and glare resistant Hi-Res screen

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Can You Fish on a Full Moon?

Can You Fish on a Full Moon?

The phases of The Moon can affect fishing success. This is due in large part to how the moon affects the tides. However with the increase in light during a full moon, if in a cloudless sky of course, then there are other factors to consider. So…

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What Is the Best Fishing Line For Walleye?

What Is the Best Fishing Line For Walleye?

Walleye fishing line or leader should be monofilament or fluorocarbon of about 10lb test. Braid can also be used with leaders.

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How Big Are Fishing Kayaks? (With Length, Weight and Width Examples)

How Big Are Fishing Kayaks? (With Length, Weight and Width Examples)

he average single seat fishing kayak is around 11ft in length. Fishing kayaks can range from 8.5ft up to 17ft for tandem designs. Longer kayaks are faster through water, and shorter are more maneuverable.

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What Are The Best Tides To Fish?

What Are The Best Tides To Fish?

Rising and falling tides are statistically the best tides to fish. Rising tides bring cooler waters, and increases in oxygen, outgoing tides will take bait and nutrients out to fish

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Can you Go Kayak Fishing At Night: The Ultimate Guide

Can you Go Kayak Fishing At Night: The Ultimate Guide

Kayak fishing at night brings a whole new dimension to the activity. This requires some additional planning and gear. Knowing your fishing grounds, using the right kayak, lighting, clothing, and fishing gear all need consideration.

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6 Of The Best Fishing Tackle Backpacks

6 Of The Best Fishing Tackle Backpacks

Tackle backpacks are a purpose built fishing accessory that allows an angler to effectively store and transport equipment they will need to fish.

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Where To Go Freshwater Fishing In Hong Kong: Happy Fish Farm

Where To Go Freshwater Fishing In Hong Kong: Happy Fish Farm

Happy Fish farm is a converted fish farm close to Tin Shui Wai in the New Territories of Hong Kong. It stocks Carp, Tilapia, Catfish and Pacu. You can hire fishing gear or bring your own. The cost is about 100 Hong Dollars to fish, or 230 HKD with bait and rod hire ( including a 100 HKD returnable deposit)

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Can You Go Drop Shot Fishing With A Bait Caster Reel

Can You Go Drop Shot Fishing With A Bait Caster Reel

You can use a baitcaster reel for drop shot fishing. This rig may not give the same feel as a dedicated rig but can be used for this fishing method. The main issue with a baitcaster is the rate the line comes off the spool, which may be a little slow if you need to get your rig down deep fast.

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Hi, I am Marc. When I am not in a classroom teaching you will find me, or more likely not find me, on a boat, trekking through the woods, sitting by a river or pier hoping for tight lines or a straight shot. I have been teaching Outdoor skills, fishing, archery, shooting, Kayaking, Climbing and more for over 30 years. It’s about time I shared some of that with you all. More about me…

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