| Fishing Season Is Here. | | | | This should be long, straight and flexible so |
| | | | it won't easily break. The most popular rod |
| Spring and Summer seasons are prime time | | | | is Graphite because it is light but very |
| fishing months. Fishing can be very | | | | strong. Wispy rods should be up to 4m long |
| relaxing, over-looking the water, whether | | | | to be used for long casts in moderate winds. |
| you're on the beach or on a boat. It is also | | | | There are different fishing lines, they are |
| rewarding if you catch the fish. Whether you | | | | mostly made of nylon and "monofilament" that |
| throw them back to sea or take them home and | | | | comes in spools of different lengths. |
| eat them, it's a great feeling. Fishing takes | | | | |
| time and patience. If you don't have | | | | There are many fishing lines to choose from |
| patience I don't recommend fishing. Fishing | | | | and it can be very confusing to find the |
| is not just for one person, it's a great | | | | best. The larger the fishing line the thicker |
| activity for the whole family. | | | | in diameter. If you experience the reel |
| | | | turning into a knotted mess, don't worry, |
| If you are new to fishing there is basic | | | | even experienced fishermen go through this |
| equipment needed to complete your new | | | | now and then. |
| adventure into fishing.Importantly all | | | | |
| equipment must match, knowing the line type | | | | Don't forget the other basics, a net |
| and matching the reel. Most fishing rods for | | | | stringer, line clippers, fishing knife, first |
| beginners are sold as the set. There are many | | | | aid kit, and a pail of bait. Also you |
| different fishing rods in many sizes, for | | | | personal basics, sunglasses, suntan lotion, |
| adults and for children. | | | | chair to sit on, and most importantly your |
| | | | cooler full of snacks and drinks. |
| When shopping for your fishing rod look for | | | | |
| grips, or handles, they either come in cork | | | | You need to understand the mechanics of the |
| or foam. The rod will be sold in different | | | | reel and the other equipment. Learning to |
| lenghths be sure to get the one that is most | | | | cast, tie knots and bait are not that |
| comfortable for you. Also, slightly bend it | | | | complicated. Secondly, you need to learn |
| to get the feel of it. Look at the reel seat, | | | | where to fish. Successful fishermen know |
| where the reel is connected. Rember that | | | | where the fish are located. Fish move from |
| comfortablity is key. | | | | place to place and knowledgeable anglers |
| | | | understand these patterns and are able to |
| Rods of any types will work. The best, | | | | anticipate where the fish are located. |
| should be six feet long and medium weight. | | | | |