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How to Use a Fish Finder Screen Image
Most fish finders have multiple readings that can be used to your advantage. Besides locating fish -- and depending upon the model purchased -- a finder may provide a number of different tools and options. The most basic fish finders have multiple tools; the most advanced require expert knowledge in
Basics of Buying and Using Fishing Rods and Fish Scaler
Are you about to buy some a fishing rod? Fishing rods comes in many different shapes and sizes for each particular fishing use. Inland lake, small pond, salty backwater, saltwater ocean, the surf or deep ...
How to Build a Fishing Pole From Household Items
On his website The Fishing Place, outdoorsman Dennis Stapleton calls cane pole fishing one of the purest forms of fishing. It is a relaxing family pastime spanning many generations. Making a cane fishing pole is an inexpensive way to spend quality time with your children and introduce them to a life
How to Flounder Fish From the Shore
The flounder may not be the prettiest fish in the ocean, but its strong fighting ability and tasty meat more than make up for its bizarre looks. It should, therefore, come as little surprise that the flounder has become one of the most popular game fish on America's east coast. And it isn't just b
Hunting & Fishing in Middlebourne, West Virginia
The small town of Middlebourne, West Virginia, offers numerous opportunities for fishing and hunting. With one of the state's best musky streams and ample acreage for hunting, Middlebourne is the ideal location for a relaxing fishing or hunting trip.
How to Make Shell Spoons
Making shell spoons is an easy and creative craft you can make at home. This is a wonderful craft to do with children. It's also a good way to use those shells that you don't know what to do with from your last beach trip. Make a shell spoon, and you'll preserve those memories in a keepsake.
Outdoor Wildlife Game & Fish Sites Near Bismarck
Perch is one type of fish you can catch around the Bismarck area.perch image by ivan kmit from Fotolia.comBismarck is the capital of North Dakota and is located in Burleigh County in the state's southwestern corner. While the city itself features a number of parks and other recreational...
How to Use a ChatterBait
While fishing is a popular recreational sport, many anglers make the sport a priority, spending as much of their free time as possible on the water. A variety of tools are required for landing fish, including a pole and bait. ChatterBait is a brand of lure, widely known for its ability to attract a
Saltwater Fishing in Maryland
Maryland has a wealth of saltwater fishing opportunities. Fish the Chesapeake Bay for striped bass one day, the inshore Atlantic Ocean for sea bass the next day, and the offshore Atlantic Ocean for tuna the third.
The Best Lures for Sea Bass
Different lures require different reeling retrieval speedsman deep sea fishing image by Gina Smith from Fotolia.comThere is no one lure that's best for catching sea bass in all situations. Of the lures which work well with sea bass, some work better than others depending on conditions...
How to Fish for Channel Catfish
To be successful at any type of fishing, you need to understand the behavior of the fish you're pursuing. Channel catfish are no exception. Channel cats prefer cooler, deeper, cleaner water than bullheads, and water ...
How to Crab With a Pole
Commercial fisherman use crab pots or trot lines when crabbing, but an alternative and family-friendly method uses a simple pole and line that even the youngest family member can use. Harvesting crabs with a pole requires basic materials that are available at most discount and outdoor stores. Choose
Basic Musky Fishing For The Beginner
The musky is a North American game fish that is currently stocked in some form in thirty five states as well as provinces in Canada. Even though musky fishing pressure has increased over the years, ...
Saltwater Fishing in Venice, Louisana
Venice, Louisiana, offers one of the finest offshore saltwater fishing destinations in America. Many fish swim a few feet below the water's surface. With a rod and reel, there is a good chance of catching one of them.
How to Fish With the Sworming Hornet
Sworming Hornet Lures makes a collection of jigs which are plain or come with spinners and lips. Fishermen attach plastic bait to the hook. The spinners add pizazz so that fish are more attracted to the bait. The lips offer resistance as fishermen drag the jig through the water and dive the jig down
How to Make a Terrarium Out of a Fish Tank
You can use a fish tank -- or aquarium -- to make a terrarium. The key to making an attractive terrarium that will thrive is to layer gravel, charcoal and soil to create a suitable growing environment for your plants. Once your terrarium is set up, it will require very little care to maintain.
Fishing Gear-Related Jobs
Fishing guides share their expertise in the use of fishing gear.the fisherman. image by Harvey Hudson from Fotolia.comCommercial and recreational fishermen use various types of gear to find, hook (or trap) and pull in fish, including sonar devices, rods, reels, tackle (like hooks and...
How to Use Gulp Bait
Berkley Gulp baits are made of soft plastic and designed to imitate the favorite foods of many fresh and saltwater game fish. The plastic baits are packaged in "Gulp sauce" that is a powerful scent attractant designed to disperse in the water and attract fish to the bait. The attractant also encoura
How to Tie Your Own Gang Hooks
Gang hooks are used to present a variety of baits and lures to both fresh and saltwater game fish species. One of the more common methods of rigging a gang hook is when using live or artificial worms. The presentation of live worms benefits from the use of a live rig, as the worm appears more natura
DIY Fishing Sinkers
Making your own fishing sinkers is a smart way to save money. In fact, it's possible to make your own for free. Most people only use a few different sinkers, so once you obtain those molds you may never have to buy sinkers again. Making your own sinkers requires a few essential materials. The basics