Generally, fishing rods don’t come with a line. You have to purchase lines separately and then put them together. Also, a fishing reel doesn’t come with a line. But, this depends on which line you want to buy for your reel. Rather, you’ll find a fishing line along with a spool. Check out the most …

Growing up fishing with my dad, I often wondered whether the fish see the line. After all, they have eyes, so I knew they could see. But, over the years of fishing trips, I thought less and less about this, coming to the conclusion that it really does not matter if they see the line, …

“Mortality can come about two ways in fish; naturally and through fishing.” – Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission Yes, many fish die through catch and release, but there are ways to help them make it most of the time. As responsible anglers, we take many precautions to protect our sport, including catch and release fishing when …

As an avid flyfisherman, I am well acquainted with fishing waders. But, I can see how some people who have only experienced fishing from a boat or standing on the shore may not understand what these are, and what they are used for. So, first off – just what are fishing waders? Fishing Waders Explained …

As a fishing enthusiast, I’m alive to the fact that where you throw your bait determines your likelihood of a catch. Fish are common in many water bodies, most of them residing in freshwater. But they’re more abundant in some waters than others. Ever wondered why this is so? It could be due to the amount …

Being a successful fisherman requires the right conditions, skill, patience, and equipment. A bit of luck is often helpful. One of the most important (& obvious) pieces of any angler’s equipment is the fishing rod. While the most primitive fishing rods were simply a stick with a line attached, the modern versions have been developed …

Modern-day fishing nets are made from a combination of nylons and plastics or polyamides. Polyamides are a group of plastics that range in properties, such as Nylon 6,6 or Nylon 6,12. Since nylon is stronger and non-biodegradable, it poses a danger to sea creatures. Fishing nets, made from nylon plastic, are known to entrap fish …

There are different ways to go scalloping, but typically the most common way to do so is by boat, even if it’s a smaller one. You can find companies that will take you out on their boats if you have one available, or if you don’t have one, you can charter a boat to get …

Fishing is a great pastime and comes in handy for catching your own food. Unless you can fish straight from a deck, you will need a proper boat. But what kind of boat? A pontoon boat is a good option for fishing, as it can be easily customized for your needs. Let’s look at some …

We’ve probably all heard the adage, “Give a man a fish, and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime.” In order to follow philosopher Maimonides’ advice to the fullest, we have to learn not only how to fish, but also when to fish. Are …