Fishing for fun

FISHING is a great hobby to take up, it is a fun way to kick back and take pleasure in. It can be a very therapeutic hobby as it gives you the chance to enjoy the outdoors, connect with nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Fundamentally, fishing requires some basic understanding. In order to get the most out of your fishing experience. Here are some basic fishing tips to help you get started: 1 Today’s fishing gear commonly for leisure has evolved significantly from the old traditional spears, net and poles that were made from bamboo and wood. Today’s fishing rod is generally made out of fiberglass or carbon fiber, which includes a synthetic fishing line concealed within the reel.

Basic fishing gear for beginners need not cost a fortune. There are a lot of stores out there dealing with fishing equipments around.

You can purchase a fishing rod for less than RM100, which comes complete with reel, line, sinker and hooks. Get yourself some baits and you are on your first step of going fishing. 2 Decide on the right location. There is no point trying to catch a fish in a lake or pond that are not populated.

Gather some useful info from fishing experts about the location that you are going to fish, such as the types of fish that live there. This determines the wait bait you should use, and its habitat.

You can find spots to fish by looking at your local angling shops, or supply shops. Or even go online to find the best place to go that is near you.

When you have an idea about what fish you plan to catch, it will be easier to find what bait is suitable. For suitable hook, you must get hooks that will fit into the fish’s mouth. 3 Learning the correct fishing technique.

For example, If the water from river or stream moves swiftly, the most appropriate way is to attach weights to the fishing line about 12” from your bait, which keeps the bait in place.

If the water does not move rapidly, you can use a bobber, a device that floats on the water surface. Attach the bobber to your line to help keep the bait in place where fish are likely to bite.

Cast your line and wait for a fish to bite on your bait. Watch for the bobber to tell that a fish is touching your bait. Hooking the fish must be done when the fishing line in not loose.

Patience is important, as waiting for a bite can take a long time. When your fish is hooked, read it in once you feel a tug on your line. Set your hook by pulling the fishing rod backward and up.