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Does Fishing Line Color Matter In Salt Water?

Does Fishing Line Color Matter In Salt Water?

Fishing at sea presents many challenges you won’t usually face when angling from the shore. You have to take everything, including the kitchen zinc, to be prepared. The color of your fishing line is critical when fishing in clear streams but does fishing line color matter in…

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Hunting Vs. Fishing Waders Is There A Difference?

Hunting Vs. Fishing Waders Is There A Difference?

Waders are made for different purposes, either fishing or hunting, but there are different types of waders for different conditions within each category. The question is whether these differences are enough to prevent you from using waders intended fishing for hunting and vice versa. Hunting waders are…

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Do I Need A Rudder On My Fishing Kayak?

Do I Need A Rudder On My Fishing Kayak?

You do not need a rudder on a fishing kayak since you can steer the kayak by means of strokes with the paddle. While a rudder is not a necessity on a kayak, it does make it easier to control the direction of the kayak, especially when you are faced with windy conditions on the water.

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Canoe Vs. Kayak Which Is The Best For Fishing?

Canoe Vs. Kayak Which Is The Best For Fishing?

A kayak that is rigged for fishing is the best option as a small fishing vessel. The canoe has application in this role, but the purpose-built fishing kayak has advantages such as stability, hands-free propulsion, maneuverability, and versatility that make it the better option.

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What Time Of Day Is Best For Fishing?

What Time Of Day Is Best For Fishing?

The best time of the day to fish is before sunrise and at sunset. Fish are at their most active as the sun rises and the sun is about to set between 4.30 to 8 am and between 5 and 7 pm. Usually, there is a lot of insect and aquatic prey activity at these times, helping lures blend in.

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How To Keep The Fishing Line Tight (in Wind, Current, and more)

How To Keep The Fishing Line Tight (in Wind, Current, and more)

Keeping your fishing line tight in wind, current, and more requires proper line attachment and correct drag setting on the reel. Regularly changing line, right lure weight, correct lure position, casting downwind, casting with the current, and keeping excess line off the reel as short as possible.

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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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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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What is Drop Shot Fishing, How To Do it And What Gear Do You Need.

What is Drop Shot Fishing, How To Do it And What Gear Do You Need.

Drop shot fishing is a simple to rig, effective method to target fish using lightweight fishing equipment. The method aims presents baits naturally, both by having them fall through the water and then stay elevated from the bottom. It is possible to both vertical and cast fish using this method.

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Should You Soak Fishing Line Before You Use It?

Should You Soak Fishing Line Before You Use It?

Soaking fishing line before spooling it onto the fishing reel is a practice that relaxes the line to help it lay on the reel better and prevent the line from coming off the bulk spool in a manner that promotes twists. Some fishermen say it is not necessary, so it is a matter of personal preference.

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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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