A Few Simple Catfish Bait Tips

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First, this is a fishing tip on some of the different types of cat fishing baits that you can try. Some of these fishing bait techniques are not new and can be pretty basic for your advanced fishermen but they may learn something as well.

Catfishing is probably one of the most common and can be a very fun fish to catch. Most people that I know really enjoyed eating and catching them. In addition, down through the ages there have been many types of baits to catch this prize fish with. Below we will list a few basic examples of some common cat fishing baits that we have experimented with over the years.

Here are a few basic baits used in catfishing

1. Worms: or commonly known as the dew worm. Dew worms are very effective in fishing and can catch catfish, the problem is if you are isolating and just trying to catch catfish. The dew worm will attract other types of fish this is not always bad. If you catch a good crappie, bluegill or bullhead. But those are not our target fish so one must take that into consideration when using dew worms they may attract other types of fish.
2. Cut Bait: this is when you catch a small bluegill or shad cut it up into pieces and put it on a treble hook and use the smaller fish as bait to catch the catfish with, you could use the whole fish itself to target them big catfish but you may want to check out your local and state fishing laws to determine whether it is lawful. As some states have restrictions on this type of fishing.
3. Chicken Livers: this is one of the most effective ways that we have found catch catfish. The biggest problem with that is keeping it on the hook; it tends to want to fall off the hook easy. But really does work very well for catching catfish. You’ll want to make sure that you check your line periodically to make sure that your chicken liver has not came off your hook.
4. Stink baits: this is the store-bought stink baits, they come anywhere from sprays to dough balls. We have caught a few catfish on these types of products. Although we have had trouble with some of the dough balls staying on the hook. I have had some success using the spray type on a dew worm. I just simply hook a dew worm and then spray fish bait on the worm itself as an attractant. You could also do this with the chicken livers.

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In conclusion
There are other types catfish baits out there and these were just a few of the basic ones.
These techniques are nothing new for your more advanced fishermen.
It may take a little trial and error to find out what works the best for your area.


Good luck and good fishing

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How to Make a Texas Rig on a Plastic Worm

This is a basic fishing tip on how to make a Texas rig on a plastic worm.

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Texas rigs are commonly used in the bass fishing world and can be easily made with three basic things or four if you count the fishing line itself.


The basic things that you need for making a Texas Rig.

1. You need a worm weight or a bullet shaped weight with a hole in the middle so that the line can go through center of the weight.
2. You need a worm hook, note; there are various styles of these that can be used one style is the offset hook.
3. A plastic worm of your choosing, note; this worm should fit the size and the style of the weight and the hook that are to be used.
4. Of course, you’ll need the right fishing line of test strength for the type of fishing that you intend to do.

Now after you have these things, you will be able to make your Texas rig on a plastic worm.

How to string the Texas rig after you have all the materials.

1. String the bullet shaped weight through the line so you have the bullet or the narrow end facing away from the worm head, this weight will move freely on the line itself.
2. Tie your hook on the end of the fishing line.
3. Feed the hook through the head of the plastic worm and position it so it comes out to about a quarter of an inch from the head of the worm.
4. Now feed the hook all the way through the worm until you hit the eye of the hook.
5. At this point you will turn the hook, so it faces the worm.
6. Allow for some slack in the worm, about a quarter of an inch or so you’ll know because you will have a buckle in the worm toward the eye of the hook.
7. At this point, you would hook in the plastic worm with the hooks end.  This will make it  weedless as the hook is facing the worm and not away from the worm

Here is an example of Pre-Made Texas Type Rig You Can Get From Cabelas

In conclusion
This was what you need and how to string a basic Texas rig with the plastic worm.
Texas rigs are great because they are weedless and are very effective for bass fishing.

Good luck and Good fishing

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A Few Simple Rules to Follow When Fishing

First, thank you for your interest in fishing. This is an article on some fishing basics. Most of these rules are overlooked, but yet are common sense. Below we will list a few of the basic rules for proper fishing.

Rule #1. It is very important when fishing to have patience this is true in most fishing incidences it will take time to learn all the ins and outs about fishing especially if you’re a beginner.

Rule #2. If you’re successfully catching fish you need to make notes on what you are doing. To be successful, things like the type bait, the depth you are fishing at as just a couple of examples.

Rule # 3. The noise factor, make sure you are quiet and don’t throw anything in the water because the vibrations can scare the fish away and drastically reduce your chances of catching fish. This is true for most all types of fishing.

Rule #4. The smell factor, take care to make sure that you do not have any unusual smells on your hands as this can get on your line and on your bait as you are fishing, Fish can smell this and could cause them not to bite.

Rule #5 The weather outside, is important to make sure that your fishing at the right time a day and in the right weather environment this, along with the seasons some fish don’t bite at certain times a day or in certain seasons.

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In conclusion
This was just a few basic fishing rules and guidelines to think about and follow.
It is important to take notes, have patience, be calm and quiet, and watch the smells on your hands, along with taking consideration the weather and the environment outside to be successful at fishing.

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Two Techniques for Using Topwater Fishing Lures

A Couple Soft and Hard Topwater Fishing Lure Techniques.

This is a fishing tip article on how to use some basic top water fishing lures. This article may be pretty basic for your more advanced fishermen but they may learn something as well.

We will first explain a technique for using basic rubber or plastic worms, then a couple techniques for using hard topwater baits.




Using rubber or plastic worms
First, using a rubber or plastic worm for topwater, when reeling in the rubber or plastic worms you will want to keep your rod tip down and use a slight jerking or twitching motion but, you also want to keep this twitching motion inconsistent to make it look as natural as you can as you reel in the plastic lure.

Using hard top water baits.
Second, using hard top water baits, an old technique that is commonly used is called walking the dog  in this technique, you simply cast out and as you reel in you simply move the rod and back and forth in an inconsistent  manner. When using this technique you want to make sure that your rod angle is  pointed downward. Another technique for using these types of lure is the stop, pause and reel this makes to the fish curious. Keep it natural, make sure you do not pause too long as you do not want the fish to get a good look at the bait.

These fishing techniques will take a little practice, trial and error but it won’t  be long and you’ll be using them like a pro.

In conclusion,
When using rubber worms as topwater bait keep your rod tip down and use a slight twitching motion as you reel in.
When using hard topwater baits,   try moving your rod and back-and-forth in an inconsistent manner as you reel in. Another technique for using topwater baits is the stop and pause technique.
Remember when using top water baits keep it natural and inconsistent and don’t let the fish have a chance to see your bait.

Good luck and Good Fishing

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4 Types of Bass Fishing Lures

First, this article is on 4 different types of bass fishing lures and a few basic ideas on when the best time to use them. We will first outline the different types of bass fishing lures, and then under that we will explain generally, when best time to use them is.

There are a few different types of lures to choose from, in Bass fishing.

The different types of bass fishing lures.

1. The top water type.
2. The crank baits
3. The hard bait type a couple examples are spinner baits and buzz baits.
4. The soft bait type. These are generally made out of plastic or rubber. An example of a plastic lure would be your plastic worm type. The soft bait is normally the most common type of lure used and does have a lot of variations. The plastic lures due to the fact of so many different variations in the times that they can be used makes it the most versatile lure.

When the best time to use these bass fishing lures.

1. The top water is used for fishing at the top of the water generally in the summer or fall time. The top water bait is also good for early morning and late evening.
2. The crank bait type which can be used all year round.
3. The hard type baits can be used generally in the spring, summer, and fall.
4. The soft bait is very versatile bait and generally can be used when fishing on the top or on the bottom and any time of year.

In conclusion.
This was just a few examples of some basic bass fishing lures and a few brief examples of when to use them. There are many other situations that these lures can be used in. In addition, it’s always a good idea to experiment. If one type bait is not working. It’s a good idea to try a different type to find out what interests the fish in the lake that or river that you’re fishing.

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How to Cast a Spinning Reel in Fishing

This article is on using a spinning reel.

First, there are two kinds of spinning reels.

One kind of spinning reel has what is known as a trigger. By pressing the trigger, the real will let the line come out. Then there is the other type of spinning reel that does not have the trigger. In this case, you will grab the line, with your index finger while holding rod and reel. In this technique, you hold the fishing line with your index finger up against the rod. While doing this you will flip the bail over that is on the reel.

(Note: The bail is a horseshoe shaped mechanism located towards the top of the fishing reel.)
When flipping the bail over this allows the fishing line to be, free so that you can cast. This action of flipping the bail over is just a different way of doing the same thing as you would with the trigger, this will take a little bit of practice for beginners that are not use to this type of technique.

The technique for casting a spinning reel without the trigger.

Now the technique for casting, you will hold the fishing line up against the rod with your index finger. Then you will proceed cast the rod by bending your arm at the elbow. You will have a slight break in your wrist and then you will take the rod and bring it back behind you while still holding the line against the rod.

While you’re rod is behind you, you will cast forward as you cast forward you let go of the line with your index finger so the line will go out. This takes a little bit of timing and practice for beginners to get this down.

The technique for casting a spinning reel with the trigger.

The trigger mechanism does the same thing as you are doing manually with your finger although it is a little easier to use the spinning reel with the trigger. However, this is a personal preference. This may be the real of choice for many beginners as it is easier.

When casting this type of reel with the trigger the techniques are the same as far as casting allowing 1 to 2 feet of line at the end of the rod bringing the rod straight behind you with the bent elbow and wrist. Then with the forward motion of your arm and timing, the release of the trigger as you cast so that the line can come out.

Both techniques are similar and will take a little bit of practice for beginners. However, it will not take long and you will be casting like a veteran.

Good Luck and Great Fishing

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