Fishing has to be one of the most peaceful and serene past times there is and its not hard to get started.
It is one of the most popular hobbies in the country with over 4 million anglers in the UK alone. These anglers dont just catch their fish however they are interested in river conservation as well, making sure our rivers dont get polluted and overcrowded.
The team members from Ocean Tackle Store have provided guidance and advice on how to start and take joy in fishing.
To begin with, you will need the basics, for fishing these include a best rod and reel. These need not be costly and you shouldnt spend much more than £20 and as you improve on your skills you can get more advanced equipment helping you catch larger fish. It is always vital that every fisherman has a tackle box brimming with different size hooks, lures, sinkers, bobbers and swivers along with other bits and bobs.
After this you have to choose where you are going to fish, will you pick the sea or in freshwater. The fish in both of these places are extremely different and require different fishing styles. For every style of fishing, it is vital to learn how to cast, each person does it different from the next, and the best way is to practice in an open space, like your back garden. Just make sure no one else is there as it could cause a painful injury.
Once you have perfected your casting and you have all the right equipment you are almost ready. Tie a fishermans knot onto your hook and affix the bait, this can be live bait like worms and maggots, or if this turns your stomach a bit too much you can always use dry pellets. Another userful piece of apparatus are polarized sunglasses and these will reduce the glare from the water surface, letting you see whats lurking below.
When devising your first fishing excursion trip it is always advisable to listen to more accomplished anglers. They usually are in the know of the best areas and will provide plenty of advice on sea fishing tackle. A good tip on learning how to fish is to think like a fish, this way you will find potential hiding places. Local fishermen will also inform you about pollution in the water, especially if you are looking to eat your catch.
Once you have cast your fishing line to where you think the fish might be, reel in the slack. Its important to support your rod at a 45-degree angle, Keep casting and reeling in until you feel a snag on your line, this will be your first catch. Point your rod towards the fish and reel in pulling up the rod tip to set the hook. To reduce injury to the fish, do this process as quick as you can and then catch the fish with a net as it swims in the shallow and transfer it to the bucket, removing the hook carefully.
