James RickardPlaces for the average guy to fish
October 5th 2008 00:58
You hear a lot about all the "professional" ways to find fish but, what do you do if you just an average guy who doesn't have a $30,000 bass boat with an electronic fish finder? Here are a few ideas that may make your trip a little more profitable.
If you plan to fish frequently, it helps to fish in the same area so you can get to know the layout of the pond, lake, or river.
Underwater structure is something you will probably need electronics to detect but hidden troughs, humps, or drop offs are all good places for fish to hang out and you may get to know their location if you fish in the same area all the time. By regularly fishing the same locations you also have a better chance of meeting other anglers who may share some of their wisdom concerning the surrounding area.
Aside from what you probably won't see, you may notice points, inlets, small islands, half submerged trees, or weeds. Try these because they can make good ambush points for predatory fish. Failing at that, smaller bait fish may be in the neighborhood and they often attract larger fish.
Rivers and their currents create their own unique set of circumstances. If you are near a dam, it may be in your interest to try a few casts in that direction. Also, dams can work to your favor when it cools down because the water that is released periodically will be a degree or two warmer than surrounding waters and it can draw cold blooded fish into the area.
Bridge pilings are something else to check out when it comes to bridges. Try them on the DOWN current side.
Aside from bridge pilings, anything that breaks up the current in rivers can work to your advantage. Fish are going to suspend in these "safe areas" and wait for food to come along. It may be a big predator waiting for an unsuspecting victim but, it can be a smaller fish waiting for an insect, vegetation, or even plankton.
Any type of overhang is always a good bet because of the shade it provides. A BIG fish may live in there, t may be a spawning bed for smaller fish, or it may just be a cool place for fish to hang out as they go to another location. Whatever the case may be, it's a place you definitely have to try.
Weeds are another great place to find fish. Rather than throw you bait right into the weed bed, fish around the edges because large predators can lurk inside the weeds. Conversely, smaller fish can be just outside feeding on vegetation.
If you're looking at open water that's fairly deep with no structure in sight, all I can say is Good Luck. Open water can be a tough place to fish even with a fish finder. If you're lucky, you may be over a drop off or some other hidden structure that holds fish but, if you can't see it, you can't be too sure.
If you plan to fish frequently, it helps to fish in the same area so you can get to know the layout of the pond, lake, or river.
Underwater structure is something you will probably need electronics to detect but hidden troughs, humps, or drop offs are all good places for fish to hang out and you may get to know their location if you fish in the same area all the time. By regularly fishing the same locations you also have a better chance of meeting other anglers who may share some of their wisdom concerning the surrounding area.
Aside from what you probably won't see, you may notice points, inlets, small islands, half submerged trees, or weeds. Try these because they can make good ambush points for predatory fish. Failing at that, smaller bait fish may be in the neighborhood and they often attract larger fish.
Rivers and their currents create their own unique set of circumstances. If you are near a dam, it may be in your interest to try a few casts in that direction. Also, dams can work to your favor when it cools down because the water that is released periodically will be a degree or two warmer than surrounding waters and it can draw cold blooded fish into the area.
Bridge pilings are something else to check out when it comes to bridges. Try them on the DOWN current side.
Aside from bridge pilings, anything that breaks up the current in rivers can work to your advantage. Fish are going to suspend in these "safe areas" and wait for food to come along. It may be a big predator waiting for an unsuspecting victim but, it can be a smaller fish waiting for an insect, vegetation, or even plankton.
Any type of overhang is always a good bet because of the shade it provides. A BIG fish may live in there, t may be a spawning bed for smaller fish, or it may just be a cool place for fish to hang out as they go to another location. Whatever the case may be, it's a place you definitely have to try.
Weeds are another great place to find fish. Rather than throw you bait right into the weed bed, fish around the edges because large predators can lurk inside the weeds. Conversely, smaller fish can be just outside feeding on vegetation.
If you're looking at open water that's fairly deep with no structure in sight, all I can say is Good Luck. Open water can be a tough place to fish even with a fish finder. If you're lucky, you may be over a drop off or some other hidden structure that holds fish but, if you can't see it, you can't be too sure.
Until next time--watch yourself and watch your line!
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Comment by katyzzz
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You had a good one here, should be worth more than 1 penny.
Good luck with those angling after that one.
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