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How to Set Baitcasting Reels
Experienced fishermen are most likely to use baitcasting reels because they can be manually adjusted and suit a variety of fishing styles. You can set the reel to cast longer or loosen the drag while fighting a big fish.
Homemade Catfish Soap Bait
Fishing for catfish can be an exciting venture. After adding stinky lumps of slimy chicken liver to a hook, you get to wrestle a catfish to the shore before attempting to remove the hook without getting your hands and arms cut by catfish spines. For a less smelly bait (and a slightly less eventful f
A Jewel in the Crown
Swan Lake is fifteen miles south of Webster, South Dakota. The bait shop just kept saying this was the place to go for quantities of walleye. Also, it has northern, which always adds to the ...
Enjoy Fishing in North Platte River
Fly fishing in the US state of Wyoming is recognized internationally for the quality of the plentiful varieties of game fish and the year round fishing opportunities offered by state regulations. For many people locating ...
How to Rig a Mister Twister Top Prop
Bass are notorious for spending time in heavy cover like lily pads. Since this type of cover grows right to the surface of the water, using topwater lures is one of the best ways to generate a bite. Mister Twister Top Props are topwater lures that float and create a commotion on the surface, which o
Endangered Insects of Illinois
The Illinois Endangered Species Protection Act, enacted in 1972, specifies that the Illinois Species Protection Board maintain a list of endangered and threatened species within the state. As of the time of publication, Illinois lists twelve insects as endangered species. Two of these species can al
How to Compare Salt Water Pool Systems
If you have decided to switch from a chlorine pool system to a salt water pool system, there are several things to consider. It is important to pick the best system that suits your pool's needs.
Alaska Fly Fishing Trips
A fly fisherman in mid-cast.fly fishing image by John Sfondilias from Fotolia.comFly fish, an old method of fishing, by casting flies using special fishing rods and line. Practice fly fishing in either salt- or freshwater. Anglers often divide the sport into the following categories: cold...
How to Set a Drag Baitcaster
Anglers who target species of fish such as bass, muskies, northern pike and walleyes use baitcast reels. While such reels are designed to handle heavy line and catch large fish, anglers must set the drag properly or risk having a big fish break their line. A properly set drag allows line to come off
Fishing on the Massachusetts North Shore
The sports fisherman finds many opportunities for fishing along the Massachusetts North Shore, as well as on excursions based out of various ports on the North Shore. While fisherman seek many species along the North Shore, two particularly stand out.
Tips on Catching Large Mouth Bass
Enjoy your day fishing!fish. fish called coy carp swimming in a pond image by L. Shat from Fotolia.comIf you are a fisher, then you know that the large mouth bass is one of the most pursued game fish in North America. While they can be tricky to catch, the more you know about them, the...
Southern Sport Fishing
California has long been the favorite spot for sport fishing in America. It is called as the Southern sport fishing of United States. Northern California has a large number of charters and boats, but the ...
How to Make Rockfish Rigs
Rockfish frequent the rocky shoals and jetties throughout much of the northwest. There are around 50 fish in the rockfish family. Fishing for these cold-water denizens follows a basic format. Rig the line with up to five barbed hooks and bottom jig a large cannonball sinker at the end of the line. R
How to Raise the pH in Reef Aquariums
Maintaining the pH balance in a reef aquarium is necessary for keeping the inhabitants healthy. When the pH falls too low, the animals in the aquarium will suffer. There are several ways to raise the pH in a reef aquarium. The cause of the pH drop should be determined. Some possible causes are the u
Preparing And Packing For Your Auckland Fishing Trip
For a great weekend away trying to land the perfect catch, many choose Auckland for its huge number of opportune fishing spots through every month of the year. The coastline on either side of the ...
All About Dolphins
Dolphins are a type of marine mammal, with over 40 different types existing in various parts of the world. They are highly intelligent creatures who have attracted our attention because of their friendly and playful nature. They have been featured in films, cartoons and various myths throughout the
Best Catfishing Bait Made At Home
Every catfishing enthusiast experiences the excitement once something pulls on their line. Game fishing has been one of the most favorable sports in America. They make use of ponds, creeks, lakes, rivers and even oceans. ...
What Countries Are Snapping Turtles Found In?
Two kinds of snapping turtles exist in the Western hemisphere---the common snapping turtle and the alligator snapping turtle. The former has a much larger range, extended from southern Canada and well into South America. Snapping turtles frequent bogs, swamps, lakes, river systems, ponds...