There are many advantages and disadvantages to pier fishing. If you do not have a boat, pier fishing is the next best alternative. Some of the advantages that you have while fishing from a pier is:
* The height advantage, you can target fish easily when you can see them
* Bait is normally very plentiful around bridges and piers, so you have the bait right under you.
* You save a tremendous amount of money on gas, especially today, with the gas prices like they are.
* Pier fishing is overall more efficient for the pocket book.
* Catching great game fish is a very common thing because where there is bait; there is always game fish of some kind around.
If you are trying to target certain species of fish from a pier, there are some things that you will need to know. Such as, the understanding of that specific species, how they feed, when they feed, what type of structure they are housing themselves in and the specific fishing tactics. For example, if you are going to fish for Mangrove Snapper, you do not want to fish the non structural sandy part of the pier. First, you should ask the people around you because believe it of not this is one of the most efficient ways to learn about the different areas to fish. If there are bait house employees ask them, they are usually very helpful. Now you want to try and find structure because snapper are structure loving fish! Usually where there is structure there is bait, so you should figure out what they are eating and the best way to do this is match the hatch. Therefore, in other words what type of bait that is plentiful in your area because this is most likely what the fish are feeding on. Now that you have location and bait figured out the only thing that you need now is the rig and technique. Following these steps for each of the different species will improve you odds for catching fish from a pier. To learn more about different techniques be sure to visit Pier Fishing Guide. You do have to become a little more creative when fishing from a pier because you are not going to the fish you have to get there attention and get them to come to you. There also disadvantages when fishing from a pier some of the disadvantages are:
* You have to be extremely patient, because you have to draw the fish to you.
* Boater sometimes has the tendency to spoil things by rudely going through your fishing lines in search for bait.
* Landing large game fish can be a tad bit tricky if a novice pier fisherman, you must learn to rope gaff your fish or use a drop net.
* You must learn to maneuver around pilings when you do get a good fish
As you can see there are many advantages and disadvantages to pier fishing with that being said all fishing is fun you just have to learn and be creative in order to be
By: Joshua Taylor
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April 23rd, 2010Crappie Fishing Tips
April 20th, 2010
This article will explain some simple crappie fishing tips that will enable you to catch more crappie. This article will focus on anglers that don’t have a boat, because for most of my fishing life, I’ve been in exactly that predicament. No boat to help you get to the “right” areas. The first thing to understand is that most areas throughout the United States have accessible crappie fishing water for those of us without the help of a boat. On many lakes and reservoirs there are man made piers that provide excellent crappie fishing opportunities. Your local bait shop should be able to point you in the right direction. Once you locate your local fishing pier, and know that people fish for crappie there, follow these tips, to help you catch them.
A crappie’s favorite meal is live minnows, there’s no doubt about that. You’re going to want some small jigs in a variety of colors as well, but a crappies favorite meal is a live minnow. Therefore you’re going to need a minnow bucket to keep and carry your minnows. Once you have a couple of dozen live minnows, you’re ready to head to the fishing pier.
The best time to catch crappie is at night. Under certain conditions they can be caught all the time, but as a general rule, most anglers fish for crappie off of these piers at night. The first trick, as you will quickly find out, is to position a light above the water once night falls. There are “crappie lights” that a person can purchase, or you can simply attach a propane lantern to a rope, lower in off of the pier, and position it right above the water. The purpose of doing this is to attract bugs and small underwater creatures to the light. That, in turn attracts bait fish to feed on the bugs and small underwater creatures. That, in turn, attract larger fish (such as crappie) to feed on the baitfish. You then lower your live minnow, attached to a bobber, into the water and wait.
What about rigging your live minnow? What’s the best way to do this? A set of #8 or 10 gang hooks is the best way to rig a live minnow. A set of gang hooks is simply two small hooks tied in tandem. You simply hook the minnow’s lips through the top hook and leave the trailing hook alone. As long as you’re using size 8 or 10 hooks, they won’t be noticed by the fish. When crappie fishing, the minnow must be alive and swimming around under your bobber. If the minnow is hooked in a manner which doesn’t keep it alive long, you’re just wasting the money you spend on bait. Hooking it through the lips keeps the minnow alive for a very long time, and presents it in a completely natural manner. A set of gang hooks is the best way to present your minnow to the crappie, and with two hooks, will increase your hook up rate as well.
These simple tips will help you catch more crappie, and we all know why we want to catch more crappie. These little black and white fish are absolutely delicious. We fish for some fish for the fight or their beauty, but crappie? We fish for crappie so that they can grace our dinner table. Crappie are easily one of the best tasting fish that can be caught in freshwater.
By: Trevor Kugler
Bass Fishing Tips For Beginners
April 17th, 2010
It’s hard to know where to begin when setting up for bass fishing. Your tempted to use a bigger setup such as a longer rod, but this can make it hard to know when you’ve actually caught a fish. Using a light rod and reel is the ideal setup for beginners, even with a one-pound bass, because this allows you to struggle with the fish and learn how they move. Only after you learn this should you prepare for stronger rods and reels.
To stock your gear, start with only what you absolutely need. Don’t buy everything available just because you think you might use it – learn to use the basics, such as crankbaits and spinnerbaits. Choosing natural and bright colors is key here. This is because fish are naturally drawn to bright objects. Using natural colored plastic worms will also do the trick, allowing you to another medium for catching bass.
Similarly to the way you set up your gear, start fishing in small lakes and ponds first. You catch smaller fish, but the experience will be invaluable when you move on to bigger bodies of water and bigger fish. And if you’ve heard from all the pros, bass love to hide. For beginners, it can be sometimes frustrating to sit on the boat for hours with no success.
The best approach is to keep alert – look around at objects that in the water, including boat docks, piers, or buoys. Learning to identify objects quickly will help you spot bass in the long run.
When it comes to crankbaits, there is much to be said. With a crankbait, you can play with the speed and depth to find what works for you. In clear water, smooth movement with no surprises is often your best bet. In muddy water, however, varying movement will attract fish, so you have to learn to adapt your strategies to the water type.
For starters, use bait scent and try casting repeatedly with a colored lure – these may provoke fish to attack. And remember that if you can make the lure swim realistically, your chances of a catch will also increase.
Catching bass can be both fun and entertaining. Just be careful where you cast – you may get your lure stuck and lose it, which will cost you both money and time. Again, as a bass fishing beginner start slowly and instead of learning the tricks of the trade, learn the trade itself. Once you master the basic techniques and land small fish regularly, you can move on to the big ones with ease.
By: Nick J Mack
