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It has been said that a fisherman is not much more than a jerk on one end of a line waiting for a jerk on the other end…

…In one word, the best way to catch fish (as apposed to losing them) is to be "smooth".

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If you caught what you expected... every time you went... it would not be 'fishing' it would be 'catching'.

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In order to catch fish it is imperative to know when and where the fish will be and time your ventures accordingly. The first step is to learn about the semi-invariable factors such as habitat, structure and sub-marine configurations. Then learn to apply the variable factors such as tides and current flow, weather, and water temperature.

It is said that 20% of the fishermen catch 80% of the fish…Learning when, where and why fish will be at a certain time is a big step toward getting into that 20%!

Next comes learning what type of baits and how to present them. Proper tackle, knots and application techniques must be learned. Experience is the key to becoming moderately successful or completely mastering the art. It will take time, learn what does and doesn't work, don't develop habits of "soaking baits" in non-productive spots and regard it as fishing. (That's what the 80% do).

Fishing can be as enjoyable or as frustrating as any other sport or recreation. Preparedness is paramount to limiting sources of disappointments.
Fishing from a boat unleashes the limits of landlubbers but also compounds the required efforts for successful and rewarding experiences.

Far and away the fastest way for someone to learn something they know nothing about is to watch someone who does. (Don't pick up bad habits from an 80%'er) For a jump-start, consider hiring a professional fishing guide a time or two to get the feel for required tackle, baits and techniques for specific applications. Professionally guided trips, whether inshore or offshore can be invaluable in getting started off on the right path successful fishing. A guided trip can instantly turn a complete beginner into a moderately successful angler by eliminating common beginner and novice errors and mistakes.

This does not mean you can't become an expert on your own; it all depends on the time and effort you are willing to devote. Every successful angler has heroes, mentors, and respected companions they have learned from and gain experience from on an ongoing basis, it is part of the process and the source of much of the reward of the sport.

Our mission for these pages is to assist you in finding information, and or links to sources of information useful to fishermen that can't be found by hands on experience on the water, and helping you become a 20%'er… Good Luck

…In one word... the best way to catch fish (as apposed to losing them) is to be "smooth"...

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