How To Catch More Fish - A Complete Guide

If you go fishing from your boat it can be both an exhilerating and rewarding experience. You can however learn many things that will help you catch more fish next time you are out on your boat. The art of catching fish is great fun and everyone always wants to catch the biggest fish and heaps of them. So have a read to learn some tricks and secrets to help you catch more next time you go boating.

Firstly you need the right gear to be fishing with from your boat. Long beach rods have no place on a boat, so you should buy some quality shorter rods and some reels. The type of rod you should purchase depends on the fishing you will be doing but the standard egg beater rod is a great all-rounder. You should also purchase some quality line, sinkers, fish pliers, tackle box, hooks, swivels and a knife before you set off.

The bait you use should be aimed towards the species you will be trying to catch. Always buy bait that looks fresh and be sure to keep it chilled until you need to use it. Always try to purchase a few different kinds of bait so you have some variety when you are out on the water. Depending on which fish you are chasing you could also carry along some lures. It is best to be prepared and bring along a variety of baits and lures as once you are out on the water it is pretty hard to get any more.

Approach your fishing location as slowly as possible. This will prevent the fish from swimming off as soon as you get there. Once you reach the fishing spot throw some berley in straight away to attract the fish over to your boat. Get your lines prepared with as small a sinker as possible and have rigs setup to target the species you are after. After this is done you will ready to get going and start catching some fish.

As soon as you start fishing you should feel closely for any bites and stay patient. If you get a few bites you should strike back on the rod or reel to try to set the hook into the fishes mouth. If the immediate striking doesn't work try doing it later to see what works best. Every species of fish strike a piece of bait at different times so experiment and see what works best for you.

If you have got a fish on your line it is time to bring it in. You will need to keep the line tight at all times to prevent the fish from spitting the hook out and swimming away. If you are fishing with a rod, pull the rod back and then proceed to reel in as the rod falls back down to parallel with the water. Never point the rod upwards more than 45 degrees or it may break. A fish should be reeled in slowly and constantly so take your time and savour the experience.

Using a net will help you get the fish out of the water. Most fish get lost when you try to pull them onboard so a net will prevent these losses from happening. Pliers will also help you to remove the hook from the fish. If you do not intend to keep the fish that you have just caught it is vital to get it back into the water as quickly as possible. All fish are coated with oil so minimal handling ensures they have maximum chance of survival.

The information above is a great guide for how to catch fish but before you catch them you must be able to find them. Dark water with an interesting ocean floor is the best place to find fish. A fish finder or GPS will also help you find sharp cliffs and deep drop off's where fish like to congregate. Be patient with each spot you try but if you have no luck after an hour or so it is time to change spots. You can try where other boaters are fishing from but just remember to keep a respectable distance away from where they are fishing.

So keep these fishing tips in your head and get out there and have a go. Keep reading and asking questions to find out as much about fishing as you can. All good fishermen and women learnt how to fish from somewhere so don't be afraid to keep learning more.