Learning How to Fish
Posted on Aug 31, 2009 under Fishing Reels | 22 Comments
You have decided that you want to learn to fish. There are several ways of learning, the hardest being trial and error. It would be best to find an instructor for one-on-one lessons.
1. Buy seasickness medication
Nothing is worse than ruining your fishing because of seasickness. Most seasickness medication e.g. Bonine would be fine. Even seasoned fishermen are known to take some on rough days. Take one before you go to sleep, another when you wake up and a third one before you board.
2. Buy a reference book
A lot of good books are available at your bookstores and online. The book should give you instructions as well as terms and definitions. Some things you may not immediately understand but you should know anyway. Learn how to tie different kinds of knots. This knowledge will be invaluable for other purposes throughout your life.
3. Go to a party
There are party boats that carry from fifteen to as many as sixty anglers. The boat provides everything like bait, rod, reel, sinkers and hooks. They assist you in fishing and take the fish off the hook for you. Mates will spot you and will generally stay close to assist you. Party boats generally will cost you $25 – $70 a day, and the fish are yours to keep. The party boat is a bargain for beginners.
4. Pick your pier
Assuming you have already acquired skills to operate a rod and reel, you need to look for a fishing pier.
Majority of coastal cities have one public pier or pay-to-fish pier. You can rent tackle and buy bait at the piers. If you’re having trouble, there are many pier anglers willing to help and give you tips.
5. Party or pier
You may want to do either step three or four or both at this point. The best thing to do is to do both several times to really learn.
6. The reel deal
The conventional reel is probably what you’re using up to this point. The conventional reel is designed for a lot of wear and tear. You may now want to consider other types and makes of reels. Ideally you have met people and perhaps made a friend or two who can assist you in selecting a reel. You can even ask a tackle shop owner for tips.
You need to understand the mechanics of the reel and the other equipment. Learning to cast, tie knots and bait are not that complicated. Secondly, you need to learn where to fish. Successful fishermen know where the fish are located. Fish move from place to place and knowledgeable anglers understand these patterns and are able to anticipate where the fish are located.
Nicky Pilkington
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:11 pm
I am thinking about learning to fish. How or where do I start?
I’m sixty and live in a town where there is a river that has salmon and trout that I know of. Also, because I’m a resident and sixty, there is a pool that I can use for about £30 a year. I’ve been to the pool, it’s at the side of an old bridge which has a fair bit of traffic. This is a lovely ancient town in Wales. Anyway … to the point. Do I buy a new rod or what/how will I begin. I know nothing! HELP!
August 31st, 2009 at 7:13 pm
talk to a fishmonger that should help
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:15 pm
Go to a fishing store and ask their advice. They should be happy to help, and you can read some books, as well. There are also people called "river guides," ect. who will take you out on a boat, usually with a small group.
Practice "casting" (throwing out the fishing line) in your own yard.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:17 pm
a rod would help. yes,
find a friend (male) who knows what hes talking about so that he can show you what kinds of rod, bait, hooks and lines etc you need to purchase.
Goodluck, happy fishing
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:19 pm
Borrow a rod or buy second-hand till youre sure you like it.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:21 pm
Start small and simple. Don’t spend money on expensive equipment. A simple pole, reel, and lure are enough to start. Most pole and reel kits have written tips.
Start on open water, not a running river or ocean current.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Go to your local fishing tackle shop and ask their advise.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:25 pm
I have a friend at St. Ann’s Head and he has not mentioned anything about this river of yours. If I were you I would go to the place that sells fishing equipment, to catch salmon you need different than say fishing in the Ocean (which I do). Now what did you say your address was, this sounds like really good fishin.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:27 pm
i will be 27 this month and im just amazed of people like you, where do you get that need to learn new things all the time no matter how old you are???
my grandpa started learning english when he was over 75, and i asked him why? he used to say you never know you might need it someday.
i get lots of inspiration and drive from you!!! thank you.
although never interested in fishing sorry….
good luck with fishing
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:29 pm
Yes, buy a new rod and reel. Go to a sporting goods store and tell them that you are a beginner and need equipment for fresh water fishing.
The whole act of fishing is pretty self-explanintory, and easy! It’s a good way to relax, and once you feel the fish tug, you’ll love it!
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:31 pm
You need rods, nets, tackle box, baits, a deckchair to sit in & loads of patience!!! All that & you have to throw the fish back in afterwards. What’s the point?
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:33 pm
The best way to get the scoop on learning to fish is to find the nearest fishing outfitter and give them a ring. Or better yet,go there.
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Experience
August 31st, 2009 at 7:35 pm
You will need to decide whether you want to fly-fish or not.
If not, buy a spinning reel. Quantum makes good ones.
Depending on the size of trout and salmon, you will need to choose a rod/reel combo that will give you light to medium action.
For flourocarbon line, buy something between 4 to 8 pounds test.
I love to use the brand "P LINE" in a pale green box. It is perfect, in my mind.
You’ll want to use a lure that looks like the head of a tiny fish, with a spoon (metal leaf-like thing) in front, and a treble hook trailing behind it. I can’t remember what those are called offhand.
If you want to flyfish, you’ll need to buy some hand tied flies, and get some help in picking out a good rod and line. You’ll need waders.
I am an angler (bass fisherman). If there are bass in the pool you are referring to, please make note of it, and I can direct you further. Bass fishing is my great love.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:37 pm
Start simple. A 12′ float rod that takes line of 4lbs and a small reel, will get you started. A few floats, some shot (small weights) and hooks in size 14 – 16 – 18, ready tied for easy use is all you need.
Visit the lake (its simpler than river for the moment) when there are a few members already fishing. There will ALWAYS be someone prepared to help an old timer get started. And dont discount the youngsters, as they take great pride in being able to help people out. There not all yobs.
Once you’ve mastered the float (the most commonly used type of angling) you can then move on to feeder fishing, or ledgering, i dont need to explain this, as by this time you will have been given a lot of good tips, and will probably already have a friend to go with. You wont make friends anywhere, as quickly as you do on the bank-side, trust me. Anglers will always stick together, young and old.
Your local tackle dealer, is someone you need to get to know also, as he can be of great help. Other than that, Tight lines, and good luck
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:39 pm
go fishing with someone you know that goes fishing and tag along that way you can see if you like it before spending any money
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:41 pm
you start bye getting a pool and than tying the hook to the string at the end at the pool on the hook you hook up some bait and then it depends on what type of pool you have but if you have a buton near the bottom you hold it down and swing the pool towards the pond/lake/river/och in and when your moving the pool towards you know what you let go and than when you feel it get heavy you real it in bye moving the thing at the bottom of the pool and when you see the end you see it/no bait/no hook
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:43 pm
You shouldn’t need anything special other then a fishing pole, line, reel, and of course bait. I would stop by you local bait shop "fishing store" and ask for the best bait and fishing equipment for the type of fish your wanting to catch. Don’t forget a fishing license if you state requires one and watch for cars. Good luck to you.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:45 pm
theres only one way to become a good fisherman and thats by asking ques.you go about this by going to the spots you are going to fish.their you will find your answers.from there wisdsom and experince the locals will inform you of tackle and knowledge they have obtain over the years.once youve learned just enough to start practice and more ques and your own innovations will create you into a fisherman.many times you make amistake you can ask a local what did or am i doing wrong,most will be happy to help.in time you will become the fountain of knowledge giving your knowledge to a person in your position.someone gave me this advice when i was a young boy,today im a giver of knowlledge.i use to read fishig books til i realized there was nothing in them that a local fisherman could inform me 10 times` better.now i pick them up and look at the pictures because from practice and always asking i know the article before it begins
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:47 pm
Congratulations on deciding to learn to fish!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am not familiar with the laws or customs in Wales but in the United States we can hire a guide to take us fishing and they can be a wealth of information. You can learn a lot just by asking questions and observing someone as they are fishing. This is very important do not interupt people as they are fishing wait till they are done or takes a short break then approach them about your questions and ask them if they would be willing to teach you or if they can direct you to someone who can or would be willing to teach you.
As far as equipment goes you need to make sure you are within the what the law allows. Just remember "Ignorance is no excuse in the eyes of the Law." Go to your local sports store and ask the employees what you should get as a beginner, make a list of what they tell you. Then ask a few of the customers and they will tell you what they think you need, check the items off the list the employee gave you. Just remember the most expensive is not always the best.
I would start out with inexpensive gear just to see if fishing is something you want to continue with, no reason to spend an outrageous amount only to find you do not like fishing and have the equipment set in a closet.
If you were in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas, I would offer to personally help you.
Good Luck and Tight Lines
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:49 pm
A lot of good advice in the previous answers, especially going to a local tackle store and asking questions. The best advice however, is to visit the pool often and find the person that is catching the most fish from it. You will find that he (or she) will have a wealth of information about the type of fishing equipment and baits (both natural and artificial) that you will need to be successful. Spend time watching them and how they are presenting their baits to the fish. Determine what makes them successful and you will learn quickly and efficiently how to fish best for your location.
P. S. Once you get a fisherman talking, it’s hard to get him to stop.
Best of luck, you will love fishing.
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:51 pm
if you know what type of fish your going after that helps.a local tackle shop should be able to tell you what you need,from there its a question new or used i know that in my area there is lots of good used tackle that is available
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August 31st, 2009 at 7:53 pm
First of all, educate yourself about the fish you want to catch. How big do they get? What do they eat? Learn about them first. All fish are different and have their own habits. Learn about the area you’re going to fish in also.
Once you know about them and their habits, then you can decide what is best to catch them with. I live on a lake in Minnesota and go fishing a lot. The fish move with the water temperature. The Northerns like to bite when there’s a low pressure system.
Practice casting with a washer or a rock at the end of your line in your yard. If the water is deep enough, on hot days the fish will be under the bridge so they’re in the shade or they’ll be in the deepest part of the pool.
I have never heard of being charged for a place to fish nor would I pay it. Well, maybe……..I love fishing.
Good Luck on your fishing endeavor. You’ll find it very relaxing.
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