James RickardWhen the sun goes down...
July 5th 2009 00:52
Sometimes summer reruns just don't make it. You didn't like that episode the first time around and now they expect you to sit through it again?
For me, that's when restlessness starts to kick in and I usually end up heading to the river--even if it's dark!
If you try fishing after dark, you may enjoy it. The cool air and solitude can be very relaxing.
Fish expect certain reactions from their prey. That's one of the reasons you can watch a fish investigate your lure in the day light, sniff it, and just swim away. At night, the darkness can hide shortcomings in your presentation. The fishes are relying more on scent, sound, vibration, any combination of those three factors, or, possibly, senses man doesn't know about!
Since it's easy to kick a piece of equipment into the water or fall in a boat, I like to keep things pretty simple when I fish at night. I use just a few dark lures or live bait because of its scent. Black, blue, or purple are lure colors that usually work. Chatterbaits or their knock offs are good choices for their vibration as are spinnerbaits. Also, you can never discount a good ol' artificial worm. I've also noticed I'm more prone to use attractants at night.
For me, that's when restlessness starts to kick in and I usually end up heading to the river--even if it's dark!
If you try fishing after dark, you may enjoy it. The cool air and solitude can be very relaxing.
Fish expect certain reactions from their prey. That's one of the reasons you can watch a fish investigate your lure in the day light, sniff it, and just swim away. At night, the darkness can hide shortcomings in your presentation. The fishes are relying more on scent, sound, vibration, any combination of those three factors, or, possibly, senses man doesn't know about!
Since it's easy to kick a piece of equipment into the water or fall in a boat, I like to keep things pretty simple when I fish at night. I use just a few dark lures or live bait because of its scent. Black, blue, or purple are lure colors that usually work. Chatterbaits or their knock offs are good choices for their vibration as are spinnerbaits. Also, you can never discount a good ol' artificial worm. I've also noticed I'm more prone to use attractants at night.
It seems like some light is always needed for one thing or another when you fish at night. A floating lantern fills the bill quite nicely. ANY lantern will work but, one that floats comes in mighty handy if you drop it in the water! In addition to this, a small flashlight is always good to have. A small lamp that fits onto your head will free up both hands for various tasks.
All this talk of lighting leads to one unsavory fact of life in the dark--light attracts bugs! With that in mind, it never hurts to have some insect repellent at the ready. You may eliminate the light all together but a congregation of insects may attract fish so, it's up to you. However, be aware that light shining on the water can also attract curious fish. Also, light on the water may lure in other smaller creatures which may, in turn, attract larger creatures. (fish)
Remember to take the hooks outta yer pocket before ya sit down!
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Anyhooo, That sounds like a good fishing show. I like shows like that with a little bit of fishing and and something else to offer.
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