Fishing Q&A - fishing tips plezz help!!!!!!!?

fishing tips plezz help!!!!!!!?

ok so i just found out that i loved fishing but i know nothing about it so can u tell me some tips or some places to go to learn about fishing and what luras to use and stuff about reels and rods and whats the best oo and im fishing for bass (any kind) and walleye and other fish that are like them ( crappie, perch,ect..) plezz help!!

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Do you have a Bass Pro shop local? They would be helpful. Otherwise read on the internet and do trial and error. Most of all have fun.
well the tyupe of fish you are talking about sounds like fresh water. you would then go to freshwater lures and look there. they tell you pretty much which can use fo reach type of fish and you buy those. you need sinkers and stuff to float and sthing s like that. I hate perch cause they have som much bones when eating them just to let you know. but you can eat pike if you can get to big lake like michigan superior stuff like that. take care. have fun its great.
Bait Casting Bait Casting Reel Bait Casting Reel Bait casting is a style of fishing that relies on the weight of the lure to extend the line into the target area. Bait casting involves a revolving-spool reel (or “free spool”) mounted on the topside of the rod. Bait casting is definitely an acquired skill. Once you get the hang of the technique (check out the casting animation), you will be casting your lures right on target into the structures where fish are feeding and hanging out. With bait casting, you can use larger lures (1/2 to 3/4) and cast them for longer distances. To get started, you’ll need a rod with good spring action, a good quality anti-backlash reel, 10–15 pound test line and a variety of specific bait casting lures. Spin Casting Spin Casting Reel Spin Casting Reel We won’t say it’s foolproof, but spin casting is an ideal fishing method for beginning anglers. Spin-casting equipment is easier to use than bait casting. You can use it to cast both light and heavy lures without tangling or breaking your line. Basic equipment includes a 7-foot rod, a spinning reel and 6–10 pound test line for casting 1/16 to 3/4 ounce lures. You can use an open-face, closed-face or spin-cast reel for spin casting. Fly Fishing Fly Fishing Reel Fly Fishing Reel With fly fishing, various materials are used to design a very lightweight lure called a fly. Fish think the fly is an insect and they take the bait on, or just above, the surface of the water. It takes a little practice, but fly fishing is a pure and exciting way to fish. Unlike other casting methods, fly fishing can be thought of as a method of casting line rather than lure. Non-fly fishing methods rely on a lure's weight to pull line from the reel during the forward motion of a cast. By design, a fly is too light to be cast, and thus simply follows the unfurling of a properly cast fly line, which is heavier and casts easier than lines used in other types of fishing. The angler normally holds the fly rod in the dominant hand and manipulates the line with the other close to the reel, pulling line out in small increments as the energy in the line, generated from backward and forward motions, increases. Still Fishing Still Fishing Still Fishing Still fishing is a versatile way to go. You can do it from a pier, a bridge, an anchored boat or from shore. You can still fish on the bottom or off the bottom in ponds, lakes, rivers and streams for a variety of species. And you can still fish during most seasons and during any part of the day. Your equipment and the size of the hooks and bait you use depends on what kind of fish you¹re after. But your best equipment for still fishing is patience. You have to wait for the fish to bite. Drift Fishing Drift Fishing Drift Fishing Drift fishing allows you to fish over a variety of habitats as your boat drifts with the currents or wind movement. You can drift fish on the bottom or change the depth with a bobber or float. Natural baits work best. But jigs, lures and artificial flies will produce good results, too. You can drift fish on ponds, lakes, rivers and streams any time of the day and year. Live Lining Live Lining Live Lining Your line is “live” when your boat is anchored in a flowing body of water like a river or stream. Use live or prepared baits and keep them on or just off the bottom. Live lining off the bottom allows your line to drift with the current through holes and rocks where the fish may be holding. Your equipment and the size of your hooks and lures depend on what type of fish you’re after. Chumming Chumming Chumming To attract fish or get them biting again, you can throw “chum” into the water where you’re fishing. You can use ground-up bait fish, canned sweet corn, dead minnows in a coffee can (for ice fishing), pet food, even breakfast cereal. Or stir up some natural chum by scraping the bottom with a boat oar. Be sure not to over-chum. You want to get them interested in feeding; you do not want to stuff them before they get a chance to go after your hook. Chumming is not legal in all states. Check local fishing regulations to make sure you are not illegally stimulating the hunger of your future catch. Bottom Bouncing Bottom Bouncing Bottom Bouncing Bottom Bouncing is done from a drifting or trolling boat, and it’s a great way to attract or locate fish during most seasons and times of day. Use a buck tail jig or natural bait and drag it along the bottom. The dragging motion causes the lure to bounce along stirring up small clouds of sand or mud. After a few strikes with bottom bouncing, you can drop anchor and apply other methods to hook the particular kind of species you’ve attracted. Trolling Trolling Trolling Most trolling is done using a small electric motor that moves the boat quietly through the water so fish aren’t spooked. But you can also troll by towing a lure while walking along the edge of a shoreline, bridge or pier. The speed of the boat determines the depth of your bait. And the depth of the bait is determined by the species of fish you’re trying to catch. Use a spinning reel or a bait caster for trolling. Some states don’t allow motorized trolling, so check out your local fishing regulations to avoid tangling with the fish enforcers. Jigging Jigging Jigging Jig fishing is popular and challenging. Why? Because the person fishing is creating the action that attracts, or doesn’t attract, the particular type of fish he or she is trying to catch. Here’s how it works. Cast out and let your jig hook sink to the bottom. Then use your rod tip to raise the bait about a foot off the bottom. Then let it drop back to the bottom. You can jig up and down, side to side or up and down and sideways. Jig rigs come in all sizes, shapes and colors, and can be used with or without live bait. Jig and Worm Jig and Worm Jig and Worm Attach a worm to your jig hook and use it to bottom hop or sweep through your target area. To bottom hop, cast to the target and let the jig sink. Then reel in slowly, twitching the rod with every third or fourth turn of your reel. To sweep, cast to the target and drag the jig parallel to the bottom while reeling with a fairly tight line. Slow and steady gets the fish when you’re sweeping with a jig and worm. Ice Fishing Ice Fishing Ice Fishing Fishing through a three-foot hole in the ice? Yup. It’s a unique way to catch multiple species of northern, fresh-water fish. And thanks to advancements in garment design, portable fish houses and fish locating devices, it’s becoming more and more popular every day. One- to three-foot rods are most often used and simple reels hold the line. You can also ice fish with tip-ups. When a fish hits your tip-up gear, it releases a lever that raises a flag or rings a bell. This means you should stop playing cards with your buddies and start reeling. Many fisherman fish with no protective structure other than their winter clothes. Longer fishing expeditions can be mounted with simple structures. Larger, heated structures can make multiday fishing trips possible, but these are often eschewed by seasoned fishers, many of whom do not use these larger shelters. In other words, they think they are wimpy. For those who are game for a cozier experience, a structure with various local names, but often called an ice shanty, ice shack or just plain shack, fish house, bob house, or ice hut, is sometimes used. These are dragged or trailered onto the lake using a vehicle such as a snowmobile, ATV or truck. The two most commonly used houses are portable and permanent shelters. The portable houses are usually made of a heavy, watertight material. The permanent shelters are made of wood or metal and usually have wheels for easy transportation. They can be as basic as a bunk, heater and holes or as elaborate as having satellite TV, bathrooms, stoves, and full-size beds, and may appear to be more like a mobile home than a fishing house. Fishing From Boats Big or small, motorized or outfitted with paddles, a boat simply allows you to cover more water. But for most folks, a boat simply makes fishing a lot more fun. The boat you choose should be based on where you want to fish and what kind of fish you’re stalking. Some boats are better on rivers, streams and ponds. And some are best used on large bodies of water. Choose your boat wisely and follow the rules. * Know your boat and how to handle it. * The water you’re in contains hazards such as submerged trees and rocks. * Watch the weather conditions and follow emergency procedures. * Always carry safety devices and know how to use them. * The boat operator is legally responsible for the boat and the safety of those on board. * Understand the rules of navigation, the courtesies of safe boating and always complete a boater safety course prior to operating a boat for the first time. Catch and Release Catch and release was first introduced in Michigan in 1952, as a way to reduce the cost of stocking hatchery-raised trout. Since then, conservationists and sport fisherman alike have promoted catch and release to ensure sustainability and avoid over fishing. Proper catch and release fishing techniques also reduce fish fighting and handling times and help avoid damage to fish skin, scales and slime layers— damage that can leave fish vulnerable to fungal skin infections. Here are some simple rules. When you're ready, set the hook by giving your rod (and consequently the fishing line) a quick jerk backward and up. If you have a fish on line, it will fight back and your line will follow the movements of the fish. It can sometimes be difficult to tell if you have a bite or if you're just feeling the current or a fish bumping into the bait. It takes a lot of experience to know when to
There are as many kinds of fishing as there are fishermen. The best way is usually the simplest. A rod, a reel, a hook and a night crawler. Live minnows are also great for bass, walleye, perch and many other fish. Spinners like Rooster Tails are always a great choice. The best way is to find a fishing buddy and learn together. Also, ask people where you are fishing. I find most fishermen are very nice and more than willing to tell their little secrets. One more thought is to go to the library and research fishing. There are about a million books on how to fish.
For bass and perch, I have a fine time with nightcrawlers. Salmon eggs work pretty well too. Just standing on the edge of the pond and casting into it with a bobber can get some great fish. Once you figure you can cast out to a fallen tree or something without getting entangled, you can catch more in a protected place. The best thing is to pull your car up to someone who's fishing and ask how it's going. If the fish are biting, try that place next.
ok here it goes..big subject you need: a rod.....two main types baitcasters and spinning a reel....more than two types but stick to baitcasters and spinning reels. fishing line....4lb for trout, 4-8 lb for fineese tactics on bass, and anything up to 14-17lb for some of the brute tactics. p-line is a nice brand. Bait or lures: 1. Spinnerbaits best on 8lb-14 lb kine...cast and retrieve..fast and easy to use. 2. Crankbaits and lipless crankbaits...similar to above 3. Drop shotting / Split shotting ..4lb line 4. Soft plastics worms and creature 4-8lb line texas or carolina rigged. 5. Jigs...one of the most versatiile lures. Oh and a boat is nice to have. look these lure types online to get a better idea or ask more questions btw...these lures all work on a couple basic ideas Trout/shad/crawdad food types or reaction lures that get an attack becasue your in its face.
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www.takemefishing.org www.bassintips.com www.howtobass.com these are some good ones i have found.
you should start with a 15 pound test monofilament line. Crankbaits are a great lure choice for beginners. for perch, worms work very nicely. but the more you go out and fish, the more you will learn so just get some experience.