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 […]
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 […]
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 your heart set on landing a lunker on your first […]
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 to start fishing for. They grow a little larger and offer a little more substantial fight than the average Bluegill. […]
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 with each other. They find strength in numbers and […]
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 to put their previous experiences to the test. In any case Muskie fishing offers many challenges […]
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 […]
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 are relatively easy to catch. They generally offer fast fishing action in many conditions. You need to have […]
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. Many anglers express great frustration both trying to […]
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 helps you to forget about all the anxieties of your life. The sound of the slow moving […]