What do people use fishing magnets for? The magnets used are strong enough to remove large debris such as discarded bicycles, guns, safes, bombs, grenades, coins and car tire rims from bodies of water, but many who engage in the hobby are hoping to find rare and valuable items as well. Is there any money…
Many anglers use worms to catch species such as bass, trout, crappie, bluegill, perch and more. The truth is, most fish will probably eat a worm, no matter if it’s freshwater or saltwater, big or small. Can you use normal worms for fishing? Fishing worms on the bottom only seems natural because most earthworms fish…
Checked Bags: Yes Sharp fishing tackle that may be considered dangerous, such as large fish hooks, should be sheathed, securely wrapped, and packed in your checked luggage. Can you take fishing reels in carry-on luggage? Rods and reels are permitted as checked luggage and are also allowed as carry-on luggage by T.S.A. Reels are never…
Where are the fish biting on Table Rock Lake? The bite is starting to pick up some on Table Rock Lake as the water starts to warm. The majority of the fish are still on the main lake and those fish can be caught in close proximity of the main river channel. The best places…
Can you fish in Fountain Creek? While there isn’t a massive fishing culture at Fountain Creek, despite it running through two larger cities, there are small places to stop and cast a line. Along Highway 24, in Manitou Springs, and underneath some bridges near Colorado Springs, visitors can catch brown trout, chub, and sunfish. Is…
FEDERAL REGULATION It is unlawful to fish for, take or possess striped bass in Federal waters (waters greater than 3 miles from shore). Can you keep striped bass now? The decision will impact the trophy season only. Anglers will still be able to keep two Striped Bass between 20 and 28 inches per person. The…
What size reel is best for surf fishing? For general purpose surf fishing I recommend a 4000 to 6000 series spinning reel paired with 15# to 25# braided line. A setup in this range will land 90% of the common beach dwelling species you are likely to encounter. What is the biggest KastKing spinning reel?…
The dams have fish ladders for adult fish, and each is capable of passing fish through spillways. Over time, collection facilities for juvenile fish were installed at three of the four dams. But when the dams were built, the primary passage method for juveniles was through turbines. Can fish go through dams? Dams can block…
More and more commercial fishing fleets and recreational fisherman use satellites to navigate to optimum fishing locations and to track fish migrations. Access to fast and accurate navigational information saves time and fuel through more efficient determination of destination. Can satellites see fish? Satellites can “see the sea” in ways that are otherwise impossible. The…
With more than 15,000 lakes, over 1,000 miles of Great Lakes shoreline and roughly 150 species of fish – bass, bluegills, bullheads, crappies, catfish, muskie, perch, pike, walleye and more – angling on any of Wisconsin’s waters is very accessible. What are the rules for fishing in Wisconsin? Wisconsin residents who are 16 years old…