How to Make Plastic Fishing Lures

How to make plastic fishing lures is one of the easier tasks when it comes to tackle making. It doesn't require a lot of tool, and the items required in order to make them are relatively inexpensive such as liquid plastic. Once these items are acquired you can make soft plastic worms and other plastic lures for pennies a piece.

The most expensive part about how to make plastic fishing lures is obtaining a mold. Molds are used to speed the whole process up and they make a more uniformed plastic worm. You simply pour the melted plastic inside holding the mold at an angle to insure the mold fills from bottom to top that way you do not get any air bubbles inside your plastic worms. Then you let the mold sit to cool so that the plastic sets, then removing the plastic worm carefully place them inside a small container of water to finish cooling and curing. Adding things like glitter etc are ways you can jazz up your own homemade fishing lures.

But what if you don't want to bother with purchasing a plastic worm mold? Can you still make soft plastic lures? How to make plastic fishing lures without a commercial mold is not that difficult to do. Here's how I go about making a mold from common Plaster of Paris. The first step is to simply create the two halves of the mold. You can use anything you like to hold the plaster, aluminum foil, small cardboard boxes, pie plates etc. The trick is to let the 2 halves partially set before actually creating your mold. I like to let my molds set for about 30 minutes to an hour depending on the thickness of the plaster.

The next step in how to make plastic fishing lures is to use a master worm. Now a master worm can be anything really, the easiest is to use a worm from your tackle box or make one from modeling clay, either way works. If you do choose to use a plastic worm from your tackle box make sure as you set the worm into one half of the mold to line up the seam on the worm with the top of the plaster otherwise you'll land up with 2 seams in your new plastic fishing lure. One from the master and one from your newly made mold.

Ok before setting the master worm inside one half of the mold it is important to coat the worm in either some Vaseline or vegetable oil. The purpose here is so that the worm doesn't stick to plaster once it is fully set. Now carefully set the plastic worm into the mold halfway. Again paying attention to any seams that may exist on your plastic worm.

Next we need to make registration pins in the mold so that it will line up the way we want when it comes time to pour in our melted plastic. The easiest way here is to use some finishing nails I like to use about 3 and set them into the semi set mold. Then put the other half of the mold on top, clamp it together and let it set overnight to insure the plaster fully sets.

All is not done yet, there are still a couple steps yet to do in how to make plastic fishing lures. Now after we have removed the master worm and the plaster is fully set you need to cut a sprue channel so that you have somewhere to pour in the melted plastic. Finally we need to seal the mold. Plaster is porous and even if it's fully set you will have all kinds of little leaks inside the mold if you do not take the precaution to seal your mold. Any kind of epoxy or mod podge will work. Don't get carried away just a light coat will do. Now our mold is finished.

As you can see how to make plastic fishing lures isn't that difficult and there are creative ways we can get around the more expensive parts to making plastic fishing worms by making our own molds. There are a few other pointer to make mention and you should be able to pour out your plastic worms without any trouble, and that is before pouring the melted plastic into the mold, coat the insides lightly with some vegetable oil or Vaseline just so its easier to remove the finished product.

By Troy Nantais

T Nantais is an avid fisherman and enthusiast of tackle making. For information about tackle making he has written more about it at http://www.squidoo.com/tacklemaking There you can find a lot of useful information and reviews books and tools for the job so that you can make your own plastic fishing lures.

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Top Five Huge Bass Fishing Mistakes!

There are TONS of mistakes people make when bass fishing, but I'll make it quick, don't wanna take up too much of your time, so I'll just point out the top five most common bass fishing mistakes...

HUGE MISTAKE # 1: *NO PATIENCE*

The number 1 biggest mistake I see people make would have to be tossing their line out and then reeling it right back in!

What you should really do is, toss your line out and let it sit there... where ever it lands and wait, wait, and wait (30 seconds and more at times). This alone will do wonders to your fish count if it doesn't already!

It's usually tough to see under water even for fish, which is why you NEED to put this next tip to use at all times...

HUGE MISTAKE # 2: *LACK OF POPPING*

When you toss your lure into the water don't just let it sit there... Reel in your line until there is no slack left, then snap and even jerk your wrist towards you to stir up some vibration, and commotion in the water.

By doing this you will create loads of curiosity around your bait, fish will come to see what's going on and quickly see a delicious little meal(your hook) bouncing around and it will immediately turn into a feeding frenzy, your lure will be irresistible to them!

HUGE MISTAKE # 3: *THE CONFIDENCE BAIT*

I see it all the time, most fisherman have a go to bait that they can always count on to catch fish when nothing else is working. This is fine until this bait turns into the only thing you use...

It's always a wise decision to keep your go to bait as a go to bait and keep switching your lures constantly (every 10-15 minutes) if you aren't catching anything!

HUGE MISTAKE # 4: *LOSS OF FOCUS*

Don't lose your focus, I know fishing is supposed to be a relaxing sport and hobby but you still need to pay attention to what your doing, at least some what...

I've realized I always tend to do best when I first start fishing, Why? Because I'm psyched to be out on the water fishing (off shore or on the boat) I'm totally pumped!

But what happens when it's been a few hours or more?

You get tired, relaxed, and calmed down which in turn causes "LOSS OF FOCUS". If you can just remember where you need to be casting, to jiggle your bait, and every once in awhile change up your lure if your not having much luck, you should be just fine!

HUGE MISTAKE # 5: *NOT ENOUGH CHANGE UPS*

No luck? ...Keep moving! If you aren't catching anything change it up, leave that spot...

I don't care how many fish you caught or what you heard about a spot if you don't get anything within 15 - 20 minutes...LEAVE, and leave fast, There's nothing there, not today at least, don't waste your time!

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By Nick Mack

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How To Correctly Bait Your Fishing Hook To Catch More Fish

So you are about to start fishing. First things first, you need to bait your hook. Do you know the correct way to bait you hook? Below are some tips that will help you attract and catch more fish by simply baiting your hook better.

Firstly, you need to use sharp hooks. Buy new hooks frequently and replace your old ones. If you keep your hook on the line for a long period of time you should sand the point to keep it nice and sharp. Try to buy the best hooks you can (if you buy the cheapest you may save a few dollars but in the long run is it worth it?).

Hooks vary in size, shape and color so go for the hook that is best for the fish you are targeting. If you're not sure, ask the people in your local fishing store. Some fish are supposedly attracted to red hooks (some sand varieties of fish target bloodworms and can be attracted to the red color of the hook) but a plain silver hook will usually do.

So you are ready to bait your hook. It sounds very easy but are you really baiting your hook correctly? Below are some common bait varieties and suggested ways to apply them to your hook.

1) Shrimp (prawn) should be put on the hook tail first and so the body of the shrimp curls up into the shape of the hook. Most people bait shrimp the other way (head first) but this will cause the shrimp to fall off more easily. Try to keep the hook entirely in the shrimp when threading through. Most fish species don't mind if the shell is left on. Some people believe in de-shelling the shrimp but this takes time and often makes them soggy and they may fall off the hook easier. You can take the head off the shrimp as this often makes the shrimp too big to fish with if left on (and as an added bonus you can add the heads of the shrimps to your burley bucket to attract more fish)

2) Octopus should be baited using the tentacles foremost so they cover the hook. As with the prawn the octopus should thread over the hook to disguise it.

3) Squid is a good bait as it is hardy, easy to place on a hook and is hard for nibbling fish to nibble off. Just thread the squid over the hook and once again try to disguise the hook with the bait. Also try to use the softer parts of the squid body as some fish may not like the harder parts found near the head.

4) White bait, Mulie or any other small fish really needs to be hooked with a gang of hooks (at least 3 hooks in a row) otherwise they simply slide off the hook.

So next time you are baiting your hook, take the time to try to disguise your hook and make sure that the bait sticks on your hook securely. This will help you catch more fish and save you time as you will not have to keep replacing your bait.

By James Fletcher

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Techniques, Tips & Trout Fishing How To

Even though no one can really claim to know all the answers, let me share with you some of my personal trout fishing "how to" techniques and tips. When one thinks of fishing for trout, almost instantly fly fishing will come to one's mind. Perhaps you're a pre beginner, never been fishing in your life but always wanted to. You might not even know what fly fishing is. Well, to sum it up, it's...

A completely distinct, and very ancient way of angling for hooking trout and other kinds of fish, such as bass or salmon. Angling itself means simply fishing with a hook to catch fish in the simplest form. And, in case you don't know, you can use a fish worm, midnight crawler, lizard, chad, grasshopper, minnows, gizzard, liver, and many other forms of bait that will work great.

If you don't want to touch and use live creatures or portions of them, you can buy artificial flies or bait made by man to look like a real fishworm, but made out of man-made material. I've heard of many weird baits being used throughout my fishing years. Some say their baits are so good, that when they dangle them out over the water or stream that the fish can't resist jumping up and hooking themselves. You decide whether to believe them or not.

Now, if you already know all that I have shared with you above, but not much more, then this next part is for you.

First, you'll need a rod and reel, one that will catch fish, big or little, and that personally suits you. The rod you chose will depend on whether you're male or female, a young boy or girl, or if perhaps you have some years built up to deserve the honor of being called a senior citizen. Weight is a factor to consider, as well as make and color.

There are 3 main types of fly rods - Cane, Fiberglass, and Graphite. Each has its benefits and features, which you need to consider.

All of the information provided here is basic trout fishing how to advice. Learn as much as you can, and be prepared to never stop learning!

By Sam Phillips

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Top 4 Best Bass Fishing Lures Secrets

So you're planning your next bass fishing trip. You've got all those brand new shiny crankbaits sitting ready to go in your tackle box, and now your surfing the net looking for the best bass fishing lures secrets. In this article that's exactly what we are going to look at, and I know after your done reading this you'll have a added a tip or 2 to your bass fishing arsenal of knowledge. After all it's all about getting that nest monster bass in the boat right? There's no point having a nice shiny crankbait in your tackle box if you don't understand how to put a bass into your live well with it.

So let's look at best bass fishing lures secrets and their strategies and how they apply to bass fishing. All lures no matter if they are spinnerbaits or crankbaits are designed to perform a specific way. A lot of times the reason why anglers fail to catch more bass is because they fail to use lures for the function they were designed for. If you're completely familiar with the function and characteristic of each lure in your tackle box then you can be rest assured you have an edge over the angler that just starts grabbing crankbaits on a whim when the chips are down.

There are all kinds of different bass fishing lures available. Many of these lures overlap in their function, but there are others that were designed to meet certain conditions and require special techniques to be successful. In general bass fishing lures fall under the following;

1. Shallow Water Fishing: Ah the magic of catching bass in shallow water can be a bit tricky. This is one water type where snags can rule the day and it can be easy to lose 20 bucks worth of crankbaits and catch zero fish if you are not careful. This is also probably the most common section of water where most bass anglers prefer to take on their trophies. Floating/Diving plugs and Spinnerbaits are the winners here.

Choose, minnow-imitating balsa plugs or plastic plugs that float when they are at rest and dive only a foot or two on retrieve are your best choices here.

Spinnerbaits are excellent shallow water lures, particularly in the spring when fish are shallow due to the warmer water. Spinner baits are also very good at covering large amounts of water fast as you look for those active feeding bass. So I often like to hit shallow water areas up with a 1-2 punch technique. First fish an area with a quick covering spinnerbait looking for those active lunkers then follow up with a shallow running plug. By using the 1-2 punch you can cover a lot of water, and be sure you covered it effectively before moving on to the next spot.

2. Medium depth angling (4 to 12 feet): Here you are best off choosing a straight running dive to the bottom plug often referred to as a crankbait. Crankbaits generally come in 3 styles, shallow medium and deep diving versions. Each version is dependant on the size and shape of the lip that protrudes from each one. The idea is you want to choose a crankbait that can dive into the strike zone where the bass are sitting as fast as possible and stay there the longest. Medium and deep divers are usually the most useful to bass fishermen here as they tend to work best for most conditions.

Don't forget worms and jigs are also highly effective bass baits in this depth range, so don't forget to give them a try too. Often worms and jigs in this depth range will tend to target the shy biting bass or are great to tie on if your fishing during a cold front.

3. Deep Water Bass Fishing (10 feet or more). A bass fisherman needs to understand why bass heads for these deeper waters and understand this then you'll see why this bass fishing lure secret should be your first choice. Bass seek the comfort of cooler, deep water in late spring, summer, and early fall. A lot of the times the water is too warm for the bass in the shallows so this tends to push the bass into deeper water. Another reason why bass head into deep water is because of weather. A heavy cold front will push bass into deep water as well, but for whatever the reason why bass may be holding in the deeper water doesn't mean you can't catch bass, it just means we change strategies.

Here the bass fisherman that knows how to handle a plastic worm is going to put lunkers in his boat. In deep water plastic worms are probably more effective then all the other lure combinations combined. Another great choice here is the jig. Both lure choice are extremely effectively in very deep water (and at any depth for that matter) at targeting shy bass.

4. Surface fishing: Ah the favorite technique of bass anglers, nothing gets the heart pumping more then the excitement of surface fishing for bass. Watching a bass nail a fishing lure on the surface is breath taking and I don't know an angler alive that doesn't get excited just thinking about it. Surface lures run the gamut here and there are a lot of choice from soft plastic floating baits to wood or plastic plugs that twitch, wobble, chug, and sputter. Going through all the techniques in how to fish surface lures is an article all on it's own but finesse in working these surface lures is the name of the game.

That's the basics of bass fishing lures secrets and how to choose the best bass fishing lure for the job. The point to remember here is there is a time and place for every fishing lure. If you want to maximize your potential to catch big bass then you need to use a lure that was designed for whatever situation you may be fishing in. There are good lures and bad lures, good times to use them and poor time to use them. But having a solid understanding of the usage a lure was designed for an its place will go a long way to help you choose the correct fishing lure the next time you open your tackle box.

By Troy Nantais

Now obviously there is a lot more to bass fishing then understanding lure choice and having a well stocked tackle box. For more information on bass fishing and bass fishing secrets check out http://www.squidoo.com/basshabitat

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How To Rig Powerbait To Catch More Trout

Are you interested in knowing how to rig Powerbait to catch more trout? I assume so, or you wouldn't be reading this article. In this article I'm going to reveal the best way to rig Powerbait to catch more trout, and the best times to use said trout rig. These two valuable pieces of information will help anyone catch more trout on their next fishing outing.

When talking about trout and Powerbait I think it's important to describe what it is we're fishing for. When you use Powerbait for trout the bottom line is that you're fishing for stocked fish, rather than 'native' fish. These are trout that have been raised and 'planted' by the government. There's nothing wrong with this, it's just the way it is. For the most part the rig that I'm going to describe is used for still fishing in lakes. This can be modified as you see fit, but for me, Powerbait is only used when still fishing is lakes for stocked trout.

Many people ask what color Powerbait is best. I've always said that I've never believed that it matters. If one color isn't working, try another color, it's as simple as that. Stocked trout are no very sophisticated (to say the least) and I simply don't think that color matters much. The important thing to remember is that whatever color you use, make sure that it floats. Flotation is the important aspect this type of trout bait.

Begin by taking the end of your line and slipping on an egg sinker (1/4 to ½ ounce). Now tie on a small barrel swivel (size 10 or 12). The barrel swivel acts as a "stopper" for the weight and helps to prevent line twist. Now tie on a set of pre-tied gang hooks, size 8 or 10 is usually best. Now add enough Powerbait to each hook to completely cover each hook. In other words, when you're done you'll have two balls of Powerbait hanging from the end of your line. This is how to rig Powerbait to catch more trout.

Now cast this rig into the lake, let it sink, and slowly reel in the slack line. Now prop your rod against an immovable object and wait. Your line should be completely taught. The rod tip will bounce when you start to get a bite (it shouldn't take long). Now how do you make sure that you're fishing at the best time?

The best time to be on the water fishing is determined by the weather and moon. All you have to do is pay attention to the weather and moon, and plan your fishing trips accordingly. Seriously, the weather and moon have an incredible impact on the feeding activity of trout and the better you understand this phenomenon the better. This might sound strange, but it's nonetheless true.

Begin using these tips sooner, rather than later and you will begin catching more trout. Albeit stocked trout, but hey sometimes an anglers got to do what he or she has to do.

By Trevor Kugler

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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Bass Fishing For Beginners

Bass fishing has come a long way from being a nonchalant hobby to becoming a serious sport with different competitions held worldwide. The unique challenges created from bass fishing has helped to promote its popularity as a sport, resulting even in specialty baits, rods, clothing lines, and even boats. The sport is growing at a fascinating rate with millions being drawn in every year. The various types of bass fish that you can catch include small mouth bass, striped bass, spotted bass and largemouth bass. Out of these, the largemouth bass is the biggest one weighting over 10 pounds. Catching one is considered to be a stiff challenge as they do throw up an incredible fight when caught.

Many different states have different laws and regulations with respect to bass fishing. Most states employ the release as you catch rule according to which an angler is required to throw the bass as soon as it is caught so that there is an abundant supply of bass fish in the fishing area. For a beginner, going through the rules and regulations of the area makes great sense as you would not want to risk having your license revoked due to some misunderstanding or other.

As a bass fishing beginner, it would be great to kick-start your bass fishing adventure by fishing on smaller ponds or shorelines of lakes. These places have abundant supply of white and spotted brass and catching them should not pose much of a challenge.

There are three major types of bass fishing with the primary one being live bait fishing. In this form of bass fishing, live bait such as a worm or a shad is used to entice the bass. However, one needs to ensure that these baits are not dead beforehand as that would not be likely to attract any fish to your hook. Another form of fishing which is commonly used is Spinner Fishing. This method involves the uses of lures at dawn or late at night. However, this technique is restricted to only experienced bass fisherman, as finding the right type at the right fishing spot takes a lot of practice and skill.

Plugs are another type of bass lure and there are many different types used for plug fishing. While some of them are used for catching fish on the surface, most of them find use in catching deep swimming bass. Because bass are predators and eat their prey alive, using plugs results in great results as they do sound life-like thereby enticing bass fish into falling for the bait.

Bass fishing has grown in popularity and there are many competitions just for catching bass. The two major bass fishing competitions in the United States are the Bassmaster Tournament Trail and the Wal-Mart FLW Tour which offer prize money to the tune of $500,000 and $1,000,000, respectively. With so much at stake for a fun filled hobby, expect more and more people to tune into this wonderful recreational activity in the future.

By Allen Bohart

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How to Rig Live Worms to Catch More Trout Today

Do you know how to effectively rig live worms when you go fishing? After reading this article, you most certainly will. Rigging live worms for trout fishing isn't difficult, but it does involve more than simply tying on a large hook, threading a worm on, and calling it good. I'll explain the simple steps in this article so that you'll know exactly how to rig live worms to catch more trout (or any other species of fish for that matter).

Let's begin with the basics. When fishing with live worms it's important to use fishing line that's as light as you feel comfortable fishing with. For example, I personally use four pound test for 90% of my live worm fishing. The lighter the line, the more bites you will receive, it's as simple as that. This is simply because lighter line is less visible, and in clear water (here trout tend to reside) the less visible your line is, the more bites you will get. Not to mention the fact that using light line makes fishing a ton more challenging and enjoyable in my humble opinion.

The next thing that needs to be mentioned before I outline the "rig" itself is that when using live worms for bait it's a great idea to make sure that your hands are free of any unnatural odors before baiting up. Why is this the case? Simply because these unnatural odors, such as gasoline residue or smoke, will transfer to your bait and cost you bites. This is especially true for larger, more experienced trout. I've personally tested this theory, and it absolutely makes a difference. The simple remedy for this problem is to grab a handful of grass or dirt before baiting up, and rub it into your hands. This will effectively "wash" your hands f any unnatural odors.

Now down to the business of how to rig live worms to catch more trout. The key to this equation is gang hooks. Gang hooks are simply a pair of small hooks tied in tandem that enable a live worm to be presented in an outstretched and natural manner the way God intended, rather than all "balled up" like a piece of meat. Having your live worm look like a live worm makes a huge difference in the number of bites you will receive. Let's get down to the "rig", shall we?

Begin by grabbing the end of your line n tying on a small barrel swivel (size 10 or 12). Now on the opposite end of the barrel swivel tie on a set of pre-tied gang hooks (size 8 or 10 for trout). Weight can be added to the rig by adding split shot sinkers to the line above the barrel swivel or by sipping and egg sinker onto your line before tying on the barrel swivel to begin with. Now you simply place a live worm onto your gang hooks and you're good to go.

This rig is amazingly effective for rigging live worms or trout fishing, and when allowed to flow naturally with the current of a river or stream, the results are deadly. Use the split shot option and add or remove split shot as needed until you have the right number to allow your offering to roll along the bottom while it flows with the current of your favorite trout river. Now you know how to rig live worms to catch more trout. Give this rig a try sooner, rather than later and find out for yourself how effective natural presentation can be.

By Trevor Kugler

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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Using Live Worms While Fishing

Were you aware of the fact that using live worms for fishing involves more than simply attempting to "thread" a worm onto a hook and calling it good? At least it should if you want to become a true live worm angler. Just buying a Styrofoam container full of worms and "threading" said worms onto a single hook and using them for bait is how amateurs and first time worm fishermen do it.

For those of you who want to graduate to true "live worm fishing" there are a few simple rules that should be followed to improve your success. In this article, I'm going to reveal these simple, yet amazingly effective tips that will help you almost immediately. These tips have been proven by more than forty years of combined fishing experience, and were originally taught to me by the best live worm angler I've ever come in contact with. Now you can take advantage of these tips by reading a quick article. Not a bad deal.

In my humble opinion, using live worms while fishing can be as much of an art form as waving flies back and forth in the air has ever been proclaimed to be. Remember, there's no substitute for spending time on the water practicing your craft, so get out there and use these tips as soon as you can. By spending time on the water you can hone your craft, which in this case is live worm fishing, into the 'art form' that I'm referring to.

The first thing to keep in mind when using live worms while fishing is that you need to pay attention to your hands. What do I mean by this? Simply that your hands need to be free of any unnatural odors, such as smoking or gasoline residue, before baiting up. These scents will transfer to your bait (worms) and cost you bites. I've personally tested this and its true my friends. The tip is this: to eliminate any unnatural odors that may be on your hands, before baiting up, grab a handful of grass or dirt and rub it into your hands. This will effectively wash any unnatural odors from your hands that could cause you issues.

The next thing to keep in mind is your hooks. When fishing with leave worms gang hooks should always be employed. Gang hooks are simply a pair of small hooks tied in tandem that enable live worms to be presented in an outstretched and natural manner, the way God intended. This natural presentation makes a huge difference in bite rates. Gang hooks allow you to fish with a live worm and still have your offering look like a worm, rather than some sort of "worm ball" (which is what happens with single hooks).

Finally when using live worms for fishing, or any other bait for that matter, make sure you pay attention to the weather and moon. These two forces of Mother Nature have as much to do with you catching fish as any other factor. Once you start fishing when the fish are the most active by understanding the weather and moon, the more fish you will catch, it's as simple as that.

By Trevor Kugler

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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Catfish Fishing Tips

I first started fishing catfish in my early childhood with my dad and though I have caught some Blue, and Flathead Catfish, Channel Catfish have always been my main target. I primarily fish them in the Snake and St.Croix Rivers and sometimes the Mississippi too. Wherever I can find a little nook and cranny where the current isn't so fast there always seem to be catfish hiding looking for some fresh bait. Catfish can also be found wherever you can find a rocky bottom to.

The best time to catch catfish is usually after dark until early morning right before the sun comes up, and they always seem to be the most active around a full moon. Catfish also like to hang out in holes where the water is a little deeper. Again, anywhere the current is a little slower and a place where food might gather is great place to find catfish.

Some other Catfish Fishing tips that I have used over the years are how I rig my pole. Now this is fairly basic. I like to use a medium sized pole about 7 to 8 feet long with about 17 to 20 pound test line. Some prefer 50 or 60 pound test but the lighter line has always worked best for me because I have found it is just easier to deal with when tying hooks or getting your line out of snags. The main reason I use a lighter line is that your catfish is much less likely to notice any friction with lighter line compared to a heavier line. I like to fight the fish a little too, with a heavier line its to easy just to drag the fish in which I believe takes the sport and excitement out of it.

As far as hooks go I have always just used a smooth, medium sized hook, with no barbells on it. Catfish have very tough skin and I rarely loose a catfish after I have hooked them so you won't need a trebble hook or any special kind of hook for Catfishing. Before I put my hook on I always just slide one slip sinker on with the size of it going by how fast the river current is, and then one clip on sinker or a swivel to keep your sinker away from your bait. I like to put the sinker about 2 feet away from the bait so your bait can float and move around in the river current.

One last Catfishing tip I will give you here is in filleting them correctly. This is very important if you want to get the best flavor out of your Catfish. I will put the Catfish on its stomach and then start with the tip of the knife right behind its head next to its spine and then slowly start slicing downwards until the fillet comes off. Then just cut your fillet off the skin. Now this part most of you probably already know as it is the same as most other fish. This is the important part. After you have your fillet in front of you there will be a yellowish strip running down the middle of the meat with a little bit of red on top of the fillet. This needs to be cut out or your Catfish will taste mushy and lose a lot of its flavor so don't forget. I also like to cut the head meat out of the larger ones usually at least 15 pounds, this is the whitest and best part of the Catfish. And prepare some homemade tartar sauce for a great meal with the whole family.

By Shane Brown

Shane Brown has spent the past 25 years fishing all kinds of freshwater and saltwater fish but Catfishing has reigned supreme in his Fishing adventures.

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The Best Fly Fishing Techniques Can Improve Your Results

Unfortunately, for beginner anglers, learning fly fishing can at times be difficult. But you can learn the best fly fishing techniques to increase the number of fish you catch the next time you go fly fishing, in a relatively short amount of time and with ease.

First of all, it is very important to "know" your fish and study the places it frequents. For example, salmon prefer to "hang out" in different areas of the river than trout. Knowing the difference can ensure a thrilling catch every time you go out. So observation is one of the best fly fishing techniques you can employ to make your trip a successful one.

Simply casting the fly where you last saw the fish isn't enough and will usually cause you to come home empty handed. Once you see the one you want, how you present the fly is crucial to getting the fish to notice the fly.

You are only as good as your last cast and if you are making mistakes with your techniques, that can cause dire consequences, such as causing the fly to get wet prematurely.

Knowing the insect that the cast and fly is imitating is also one of the best fly fishing techniques. Learning the life stages and habits of these insects will help you become better at mimicking their behavior. Just this one strategy can really increase your chances of catching that elusive fish you are after.

Locating "untouched" waters can also yield great results. Compare that with trying your luck in "fished out waters" where the fish are much wiser to your tactics. I'm sure you already know first-hand how frustrating that can be.

By Adam Raley

To learn the tricks of a perfect cast and how to walk away from the river with a prize catch on even the "off" days, when most people will tell you it is impossible to catch a fish like during a scorching heat wave, you might want to have a look at Fly Fishing Tips & Techniques

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