People have fished for thousands or years, as a food supply and for enjoyment. Fisherman live for the joy and anticipation of what the first bite brings as they fish. People are consistently finding new tips and tricks to this ancient pastime, and there might be some that you are unaware of that will work on your next fishing expedition. Here’s some tips to improve your fishing capability.

If you are using shad as bait when bottom fishing, you should remove the tail of the shad before putting it on the hook. This prevents the bait from tangling due to spin as it goes further into the water. An added benefit to cutting the tail off is that it will attract more fish.

If you are fishing in a stream or river, cast your line upstream and allow the current to take your lure into the fishing hole. This technique will make it more likely for you to get a bite. Pay attention to whether you have allowed for more line than is needed in the water.

Go with a pro who knows what they are doing if you are a beginning fisherman or wish to learn how to catch something new. They’ll show you what to avoid and give you good tips.

Take your camera with you on your next fishing trip, and if you would like to release the fish back into the water, but you want to brag about the big catch, simply take a snapshot of the fish! The fish will live, and you can still have something to show for it!

Grubs are good in helping you catch bass. These small lures can hook you some big fish. Both largemouth and smallmouth bass can be caught successfully using grubs. They work good when fishing in high reservoirs when there isn’t that much coverage.

When you have to use a fish net to catch a fish, make sure that the net goes over the fish head first. Having the fish enter head first lessens its chances of moving around and escaping. Usually, you should only net a fish if you absolutely have to.

If you hooked a really big fish, stay calm. Protect your rod from a fight by not reeling the fish in immediately. Instead, set the drag on your reel and let the fish tire itself out first.

Sharp Hook

When fishing, remember to make sure your hooks are properly sharpened. Without a sharp hook, your odds of catching (and keeping) a fish are greatly diminished. Carry new replacement hooks with you to switch out regularly, or sharpen the hooks you have used as you go along. A sharp hook is a fisherman’s best friend.

Experiment with fishing at night time if you want to add a new and exciting element to your fishing adventure. You need a head lamp to help you see well enough to cast your line and reel in fish; you should also turn on your boat’s external lights. The fish you are able to catch will be very different due to the feeding patterns of the species available.

It is a good idea to work with the current. Once you observe or feel the current make sure you go with it. Place your lure there and tough it gently at set intervals. This will make it more attractive to fish in the area. In addition to the jerking motion, select a lure that the fish will notice.

Fishing goes back a long ways, and people will continue to fish far into the future. Bring these tips along the next time you go fishing. Try each different tip as you strategize your fishing experience, and you might just find that you actually catch much more fish than you thought you would.