Bluefish in Narragansett Bay in November?
This has been a particularly odd fishing year as the typical fish patterns have been all off the charts.… [more]
What Fishing Line Strength Should I Use
Determining the correct fishing line to use is a critical component to catching more fish. Very often… [more]
Things Not To Do While Fishing
This website is filled with numerous articles written about tips and advice, but I think it is also important… [more]
Shore Fishing vs. Boat Fishing
When I was younger and fished from shore I always knew that I wanted to have a decent sized fishing boat… [more]
How to Bait a Fishing Hook
A variety of techniques can be used to properly bait a fishing hook. This article will cover the most… [more]
Fishing Tackle for Beginners
If you have been wanting to try your luck fishing for the first time, but was unsure as to what tackle… [more]
Essential Reading For Beginners
Bluefish in Narragansett Bay in November?
This has been a particularly odd fishing year as the typical fish patterns have been all off the charts. Recently large schools of bluefish were being caught in Narragansett bay in November. This is highly unusual as usually the last bluefish are caught the last weeks of September and sometimes early October. To catch Bluefish in the bay in November is highly unusual. Also earlier in the season catching … [Read More...]
What Fishing Line Strength Should I Use
Determining the correct fishing line to use is a critical component to catching more fish. Very often you will hear anglers tell a fish story of the "one that got away" because their line snapped. You may also hear some inexperienced angler complain that they fished all day and caught nothing, while the fisherman around them were catching fish all day with lighter tackle. The fishing line strength or Lb. test is … [Read More...]
Things Not To Do While Fishing
This website is filled with numerous articles written about tips and advice, but I think it is also important to express the things that you should never do while fishing. I hope this article helps to educate the next generation of fishermen to have good fishing etiquette. It upsets me to see fishermen that have no respect for nature and are just oblivious to the impact of their negative actions. Below are some … [Read More...]
Shore Fishing vs. Boat Fishing
When I was younger and fished from shore I always knew that I wanted to have a decent sized fishing boat to help increase my odds of catching more and bigger fish. I always assumed that fishermen that had boats were all experts and knew exactly where the fish were, as many of them would come back to the dock with large trophy sized fish. When I grew older and bought my first fishing boat I realized something, that … [Read More...]
How to Bait a Fishing Hook
A variety of techniques can be used to properly bait a fishing hook. This article will cover the most popular methods of properly baiting a fishing hook. Proper baiting is important, if a fish hook is improperly baited it will lead to waisting your bait, time and money. Every angler has his or her method of baiting, but the underlying goal is always the same, to catch more fish. Types of Fishing Bait Depending … [Read More...]
Fishing Tackle for Beginners
If you have been wanting to try your luck fishing for the first time, but was unsure as to what tackle to buy, where to go or where to get your fishing license then please continue reading as this article should help point you in the right direction. Many novice anglers feel a little overwhelmed their first time walking down the bait and tackle isle of your local market. Their is generally much to choose from and … [Read More...]
Where Do I Get My 2011 Fishing License
Any local bait shop should give you the option to purchase your 2011 fishing license. Also a majority of other stores offer the option to purchase a fishing license. Some other stores include Walmart, Benny's, Some K-mart stores and Dick's Sporting Goods. Beginners sometime grumble about having to purchase a fishing license, but it is in thier best interest as it will increase thier odds of landing fish. Why do … [Read More...]
Bluegill Fishing
Lets give credit where credit is due fellow fisherman. If it were not for catching your first Bluegill when you were still in elementary school with your mickey mouse rod you may not have become the fisherman you are today. Many anglers get frustrated when they catch a Bluegill or Pumpkin Seed, but not me, I say thank you for getting me hooked on fishing. I would head down to the local pond that would be loaded with … [Read More...]
Artificial Bait
If you are a novice or veteran fisherman looking to stock up on some new fishing gear it is easy to be overwhelmed walking down the fishing isle of your local Walmart or Bait Shop. Don't fret my friend as I will hopefully shed some light on making the right selection. If will definitely help knowing at least what kind of fishing you will be doing. Will you be freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing? Will you … [Read More...]
Fishing Baits
In general the novice fisherman is eager to get his or her fish on the line as fast as possible. That being said they probably care less about what species of fish they catch as long as they don't go home empty handed on their first trip out. A bait that is very versatile that catches probably the largest variety of fish would be the classic "Night-crawler" or "Earthworm". There are other baits you may want to consider … [Read More...]
Freshwater Fishing for Beginner Anglers
2012 Trout Fishing Season
As the winter lumbers on many anglers are already feeling the itch to get back on the water for the 2012 fishing year. For most anglers "Opening Day Trout Fishing" generally marks the start of the year … [Read More...]
How to Catch Blue Catfish
After you have caught some average size freshwater fish and want to give yourself a real fishing challenge you may want to consider fishing for the Blue Catfish. It is one of the largest freshwater … [Read More...]
How to Catch Trout in a River
Trout fishing in a river can be a very exciting experience as it keeps the recreational angler interested for long periods of time. Generally trout will swim up and down the river throughout the course … [Read More...]
Crappie Fishing Tips
I realize that the title of this post may be a little misleading, but honestly these fishing tips are are not that "Crappie". After sunfish Crappie would probably be the second best fish for beginners … [Read More...]
Muskie Fishing Tips
I realize that Muskies are probably not the best fish for fishing beginners, but I figured some new anglers want to start off with a challenge or feel as if they have reached a skill level where they want … [Read More...]
Perch Fishing Tips
Do you feel as if you have graduated from catching Bluegills or Sunfish? Then a good species to target next would be the Yellow Perch. Perch are great to fish for if you are a novice angler as they … [Read More...]
Brook Trout Fishing
Have you ever seen an oil painting or photo of the woods of new hampshire with a beatiful slow moving clear blue river running through it. The kind of tranquel river that is calming to the soul and … [Read More...]
How to Catch Salmon
Get ready for a show. Salmon are known to put on quite the acrobatic display once on the line. They also offer a very aggressive fight. Salmon are very similar to trout in regards to fishing methods … [Read More...]
How to catch catfish
The great thing about catfish fishing is that catfish are everywhere. The second great thing about catfish fishing is that catfish can grow very large. Some of the largest catfish caught have weighed … [Read More...]
How to Catch Walleye
There are generally many questions about Walleye fishing which is probably due to their elusive nature as well as their difficulty to catch for the beginner angler. I hope this article will take some … [Read More...]
Saltwater Fishing for Beginners
2011 a Great Year for Stripers
With the vast numbers of bait-fish in Narragansett bay and all along the eastern coast. 2011 is turning into one of the best fishing years on record. If you still consider yourself a rookie this would be a great year to get hooked on fishing. You don't … [Read More...]
How to Catch Striped Bass from Shore
A variety of methods can be used to catch striped bass from shore. Many of the most popular techniques require you to have a decent sized fishing rod with a rather heavy weighted line that is good for long casts. What many anglers do not consider … [Read More...]
Saltwater Fishing for Beginners
Saltwater fishing can be very exciting to a new fisherman, that is if you know where to find the fish and how to catch them. This article will give you some good tips and advice to get you started. If this is your first time heading out to the ocean … [Read More...]
How to Catch Tarpon
So your a beginner fisherman and you want to land a "Morning Monster"; AKA Tarpon. Be forewarned they grow quite large and you may want to consider starting off with a smaller saltwater fish like, bluefish, Scup or even striped bass. But if you have … [Read More...]
How to Catch Menhaden
Have you ever seen a flock of sparrows flying in unison. They all seem to move so well together you would swear it almost looks like a singular organism. Menhaden swim in much the same manner, all bundled up close to one another and moving in harmony … [Read More...]
Tautog Fishing Tips
If I were to submit a fish into a beauty contest, it would NOT be a Tautog. They are by far one of the most unattractive looking fish, but very good tasting. Their crooked teeth, fat lips and high forehead make them look like a star wars character. … [Read More...]
How to Catch Flounder
I have many fond memories of flounder fishing on my fathers boat. Flounder fishing is always a very fun way to catch a meal. It is not as fast action as catching Bluefish and does not have the same challenges of finding stripers. Flounder always … [Read More...]
Striped Bass Fishing Tips
Striped bass or Stripers are by far one of the most majestic fish in the ocean. When you catch your first striped bass and hold it in your hands you will know what I mean. There is an aura about these fish that can only be felt by feeling their tough … [Read More...]
What Color Fishing Lure Should I Use?
The difference between an good fishing trip and an excellent fishing trip could be as simple as a color change of your fishing lure. But what color should you choose. This has been a difficult question that has plagued fisherman for many years. … [Read More...]
Scup Fishing
Are you seeking some fast action saltwater fishing for a novice to intermediate level fisherman? If you have never tried scup fishing then you are in for a real treat. Scup or butter-fish are a blast to catch and offer non stop action if you can … [Read More...]
Current Fishing News & Topics
Bluefish in Narragansett Bay in November?
This has been a particularly odd fishing year as the typical fish patterns have been all off the charts. Recently large schools of bluefish were being caught in Narragansett bay in November. This is highly unusual as usually the last bluefish are caught the last weeks of September and sometimes early October. To catch Bluefish in the bay in November is highly unusual. Also earlier in the season catching … [Read More...]
Fishing for Your Health
Why do so many men and women of all ages feel the need to flock to the ponds, lakes and coastlines every summer to go fishing? After all, many inexperienced fishermen go home empty handed. It may seem like a huge waste of time, or is it. Even though beginner fishermen may not catch fish their first trip out it does not mean that they had a bad time. Some veteran fishermen even attempt not to bait their hooks … [Read More...]
Fishing Report January 2011
Well it is the first day of the 2011 fishing year. Fishing is slow in Rhode Island, very slow that is. All of the ponds and lakes are not cold enough for ice fishing and the Bass and Pike are still in deep water, so this makes for a good weekend to kick your feet up and watch the Pats. I have heard reports of some Bass being taken from shore, but with limited access to open water and decent ice conditions their … [Read More...]
The Fishing Link
What is the primal connection that men and woman seek while fishing? What is the allure of fishing that attracts so many anglers to the water? Every year fisherman by the masses flock to the water on opening day trout season. Why is this? I have been pondering these questions my whole life. I for one am one of those crazy men that awake way before the sun breaks to head to the ponds and streams, but why? I … [Read More...]
Gulf Fisherman Concerns – How is the Oil Spill Going to Affect the Recreational Fisherman?
I have failed to read any articles posted recently about how the BP/Deepwater Horizon Oil spill will affect the 2011 recreational fishing season in the gulf coast. My hope is that its impact will be minimal, but I fear that that is not the case. Considering that it was calculated that 4.9 Million gallons of oil was released into open waters for three long months in the summer of 2010 I have high concerns on the short … [Read More...]
