Fishing Answers

fishing??????????????? I have a question about fishing. Im 17 and im about to buy my first fishing pole but I want to go cheap maybe around 20-30 bucks. What size is appropriate for my age? And do you recommend a specific brand that cheap prices and good quality? I plan to go to walmart to buy my fishing rod, so would it be better to buy a rod/reel combo, or buy the rod and reels separately?

Fishing!!!!? Okay, I live in West Des Moines, IA and lately I have been fishing with some of my friends. Obviously the ice melted about a month ago and I need to know, What is the best way to catch big fishing or catfish in a local pond?????

fIsHiNg??? i plan to go fishing next week at East Fork Lake (i live in Batavia Ohio) and i havent been fishing in about 5 years so all i have left is my pole. what do i need... i know i need bobbers, hooks, and bait...is there anything else? if so, what? and im only 15 so please dont say something like "i dont know" or "get some beer" ect. also, where can i get these things? PLEASE LIST THEM SO I CAN WRITE THEM DOWN. thanks i said...PLEASE LIST THE THINGS I NEED.

What fishing level do you have to be to fly fish on runescape? My fishing level is 20, and I want to fly fish, but I don't know what level I have to be, so, can you help me out?

How do I keep a fish alive when fishing from shore, keeping it fresh while I fish during the day? I am going stream fishing for trout how do I keep the fish fresh while I continue to fish for more? If I use a stringer to keep fish in the water what is commonly use to keep one end on the shore/bank?

If you enjoy fishing, can you tell the difference between native trout and the planter fish? In the good old days, we just fished and could enjoy native trout. We enjoyed fishing at a lake up in the mountains, and the native trout seemed to be a firmer texture. (This is in Oregon) I just wonder if some of you old timers ever noticed the difference. I loved fishing and wish I could go as often as I use to...I really need to get out there and at it again. It is probably one of the most relaxing ways we can spend a vacation...for old timers like me anyway.

While fishing, you get bored and start to swing a sinker weight around in a circle below you on a 0.23 m piece While fishing, you get bored and start to swing a sinker weight around in a circle below you on a 0.23 m piece of fishing line. The weight makes a complete circle every 0.60 s. What is the angle that the fishing line makes with the vertical? I had 88.8 degrees but that is not the right answer to this problem. Please help.

What fish can be caught surf fishing off the New Jersey shore ? I am going down to Wildwood & Cape May for a few days and thought I would try surf fishing. What lind of fish can be caught with a surf rod in late sept & October ? Any tips, ideas are appreciated. Thanks.

How Many pounds of a fish can i catch with a 10-25 pound line test on a ugly stik fishing rod? I Just Bought a uglystik thats 7 feet tall and says 10-25 pound line im going on a fishing trip to the ocean and expecting to catch a 50 pound fish is this possible and how? Dose a Fish weigh less in water?

What are some good fishing tips and bait or a good website for fishing? What are some good fishing tips and bait or a good website for fishing?

What is the rationalle for fishing licenses? As I understand it, at least in NC, you must have a fishing license if you are using artificial bait but you don't have to have one if you use live bait. I can't understand the reasoning. People have been feeding themselves and their families for all time by fishing. Being that there are more blue collar and lower-income people fishing for food to feed their families, how is this not the same as a tax on the poor?

What is the best freshwater fishing lure that you can buy at the store? I have been Fishing for 13 years and still have not found a fishing lure that is almost guaranteed to catch a fish.

What is the best pike fishing technique? I'm going Pike fishing in the dead stream between Houghton lake, MI and 127. It has murkey waters, with channels about 6-8 ft deep x 20 ft across, running through a flood plain thats almost always has about 2 ft of water in it. What is the best lure or live bait to use? What part of the channel should I fish in? Any tips or tricks? Ive only reeled one pike out of here before, and I took it with a pike minnow. I mostly just wind up with bass or dog fish on my line. I forgot to ask this, should I use a steel leader, Ive had a few pike chomp right through 15lb line.

What are some tips for fishing near a beach? I am going to Gulf Shores, AL, for a week beginning this Saturday and plan on fishing off a inflatable rubber raft 50 - 100 yards off the shore. What baits/lures should I use? What kind of fish can I catch? What time of day is best/worst for fishing? Any tips would be helpful. I will be doing some surf fishing, too.

What is the best way to catch fish surf fishing at Myrtle Beach at the end of February? I am headed to Myrtle Beach for just a couple days... I am a freshwater fisherman but would really like to do some surf fishing while there. Normally I would want to target a certain type of fish but since my stay will be so short, I just want to catch some, any kind, of fish. What are my best odds?

How do you get a golden fishing pole on animal crossing on game cube? How do you get a golden fishing pole on animal crossing gamecube? I know you have to catch all of the fish, but how, or who gives it to you? Do you get a fish design on your roof too? Sorry, I mean fish weather vane.

What is the best bait to use when fishing in the everglades? I live in florida and am going to go fishing in the everglades. I have two questions. 1. What is the best bait to use when fishing in the everglades 2. What is the best type of fish to fish for

How do you find out a species of fish when going fishing? I go fishing a lot and I catch lots of fish. How to i know the type of fish i catch?

What is the best way to get my fishing and cooking up together on runescape? I want to get my cooking and fishing up. My fishing level now is 64 and my cooking is 59 if i keep cage fishing lobsters (and just lobsters) how long would it take to get to 99 cooking and fishing? just so i have a basic idea. If that is not fast enough for my level, what would be?

What are some of the names of fishing equipment? For those who have fished on a fishing boat, what are of the tools to help catch the fish and to lure them?

Cornwall Shore Fishing- what is the best way to get the best results using lightish tackle? What to fish for? I have done a lot of shore fishing in SA. Been in the UK for 5 years and have not fished here at all. I am going on holiday to Cornwall for a few days next week and want to use the opportunity to do some fishing. I know that Mackerel and bass may be an option but I do not know what bait to use, hook size , best spots etc. Would be grateful for any good practical advise?

What kind of hook works best for fishing cutbait in saltwater inshore? I live in and fish in central Florida. I have recently started using Eagle Claw 1/0 circle hooks, but I miss way too many fish. My bait size is about 2in x 2in. If anyone knows of a better hook for fishing this way please let my know.

How do I go fishing in the ocean with a private boat? I was thinking about buying a boat. Are there any specific procedures and licenses that I need to go ocean fishing? Where would I launch the boat from and what is the average cost (bait, gas) to go fishing in southern California. I am not much of a fisherman so I am quite ignorant on this subject. Any answers appreciated.

What are thoses carp fishing pole stands called? They look like bipods. You put your fishing pole on the bipod, and put your string in this sensor. When the fish pulls the bait it beeps. Anyone know what these are called? And where i can buy them.

Where is the best freshwater fishing in the world? I'm planning a fishing trip in the next year and need some ideas. I've heard Alaska and Argentina have really big fish.

How get I get started fishing in Boston? Hi yall. I've never really gone fishing before, only with my grandfather when I was young. And then this weird place in Japan where they basically threw hundreds of fish into small ponds and you paid them to fish. It was very relaxing, although hardly counts as fishing. Now I just want to get the same experience again. Can anyone help me get started? Freshwater/Saltwater.. I don't care, I just want to catch a few fish and relax near the water. Also can I rent equipment and all that and how much does that cost? Thanks!

What are the best commercial fishing opportunites in Alaska? I'm 24 years old and will be arriving in Anchorage on May 17th. I'd like to find work on a fishing boat. I've heard that Homer is a great place to work out of. What's it like there as far as possibilities to find a job on a fishing boat? What is there to do when I'm in port? What are other options in other Alaskan towns? What are the conditions like working for the canneries?

How much will a deep sea fishing trip cost? I'm planning a trip off the Florida coast for a total of six people, and I am wondering a rough total for the fishing. As I said, six people, most likely in the Fort Myers area, and it will be in mid December. Also, I think bottom fishing for Grouper is the plan. Thanks in advance.

What would happen to me if i fish outside of the Norfolk Broads fishing season and when is the fishing season? For my 18th im planning on hiring a boat out at the end of march and go fishing for the night but my friend told me id be arrested because the fishing season ends on the 17th. Is this true and if so surely if im out of the way and put the fish back after each catch it shouldnt matter? Will out of season affect the chances of a catch aswell? Also when does fishing season start and end 2010?

What is the best kind of fishing line to for bass fishing with a spinning reel? I'm realatively new to fishing and I was just wanting some help and thanks in advance for any info.

Do you have to get a fishing license to fish in the Philippines? Me and my friends are traveling to the Philippines and we want to go fishing... I just want to know if you have to get a fishing license to fish there and if were even aloud to fish there?

What Japanese artificial lures are good presents for American fishing guides? I am Japanese. I will go fishing to Florida next February . I will fish bass in some lakes with fishing guides. I will present some Japanese lures for them. I think it's a good idea. But I have no ideas what to present. So I want to ask you what kind of Japanese lures are noticed in America? What pleases them ?

How do I start a social fishing club? I have a lot of fishing friends that are wanting to start a social type fishing club. What are the steps to getting the reel rolling?

What is the quality of fishing at Basin Bayou on Choctawhatchee Bay near Portland, FL? I'm planning a fishing trip on Basin Bayou and would like to know how the fishing there is? I haven't been able to find any fishing reports on this particular bayou and would love information from anyone that's fished it.

How do you start fishing in Sacramento? My dad was diagnosed with kidney failure and wanted to take his kids fishing before he undergoes a transplant surgery. He purchased a boat and doesn't know how to get started. Where's the best place for catfish and a very easy boating trip in/near Sacramento?

How to start a fishing league in freshwater? I need help trying to start a fishing league. For largemouth bass. Our ages range from 15-18. Does any one have any suggestions?

When does ice fishing start in Minnesota? I am writing a book, and part of the story involves an ice fishing trip in Minnesota, but I need to know if early to mid December is too early to ice fish. Living in Florida, I'm not that familiar with the fishing seasons up there. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.

How do I get my lure deper into the pool for trout fishing? I've been fishing the Madison river for years. I have had fantastic success catching 20-30 fish a day and up to 22", however i catch nothing out of the deepest pools. My friend and i think it is because we can't run our lures deep enough, how do we run our lure deeper. Also, any tips for helping set a hook in a big fish, we have lost a lot of big fish because our hook always comes out. Oh, remember it's a mountain river and the water is running pretty quickly.

How to get good fishing information when you are out of state? I have some friends fishing in the Outter Banks this week and my advice to check with some local bait & tackle shops to find out what's happening in the area isn't working. My friends let it be known that they are down on vacation and would like to purchase whatever is currently working. I'd like to know, how do you get your information in this kind of situation?

What are good lures and setups for fishing for large black and white crappie? I'm fishing in a public lake that allows you to keep fish, there are a lot of bass and some crappie. I need to know how to target crappie and not bass, or at least how to catch big crappie to keep for my 2 acre pond.

What tips do you have for streamlining fishing tackle? I like fishing but all my tackle always ends up in a mess. What are good ways to make my tackle easy and quick to access and carry around when i'm fishing.

What will i need to catch some good bass when i go fishing this sunday on rockland lake? I was planning to go fishing on rockland lake. Am i able to catch fish from the edge without going to the water? Another place i was planning to fish on was the hudson river. I live in the bronx so i was planning to go fishing somewhere near the tappanzee bridge.

What is the best equipment to buy for fishing in the Atlantic Ocean? I just recently moved to the Jersey Shore (Asbury Park Area) and am really interested in fishing. I've only fished for bass and lake perch on Lake Erie in the past, so I have no idea where to start or what bait to use. Thanks for the help!

What to include in a fishing first aid kit? My dad just bought a boat for fishing. He plans to take it out on the lake soon. I want to give him a kit with first aid items or other misc items he might need. What should I include?

How do you get fishing bait to sink down further? I am a beginner at fishing, and I had trouble las time getting the fishing bait to sink more into the water; even with a weight, the bait would only sink down a few feet, whereas the fish inhabited lower waters and wouldn't approach the surface. What is advised in this situation?

What are the current fly fishing conditions in Yosemite valley? We will be camping in Lower Pines this coming weekend (Aug 22-23) and I would like to do some fly fishing on the Merced river near camp. Is it worth it? If so, any advice?

What is the modern technology for fishing devices used to monitor fish presence in the ocean? I'm buying a boat soon and want to know the fishing devices I can purchase to inform me when the fish is presence around my boat. I need to make money to payoff my boat, gas and fishing equipments. Can anyone help?

Can you still go fishing before the season opener? I'm planning a trip up to Alexandria, MN before the fishing openers in mid-May. Is it still okay to fish? Or can we fish but just not keep anything we catch?

Is there good inland saltwater fishing around oak island, North Carolina about the last two weeks of march? i'm in college and that is when our spring break is. i have about a 14 foot skiff i was wanting to know about the fishing on the inlets and streams. i always go in the summer and fall, but i've never been this early. any help is appreciated. i was kinda hoping for some redfish to be running but i didn't know.

What is the best Wii game that features both hunting and fishing? I am looking for a Wii game that features fishing and hunting. Something like a combination of Cabela's Big Game Hunter and Sega Bass fishing. I want to be able to play as real people, not these monsters like in all those WiiWare Fishing games. Please help me.

How do you choose a good fishing pole? My husband recently bought my son his first fishing rod, and planned on teaching him to fish. But before he got the chance, we had to move and the movers lost my husband's rod! I'd like to buy him a new one for his birthday, but I hate fishing and know nothing about it. Any suggestions on which ones are good? Btw, I don't know specifically what he fishes for, but we're in tennessee and he wants to go try out a nearby lake - if that tells you anything.

What is the best way to get my fishing to level 99 in Runescape? I am thinking between four things. Harpoon for tuna and swordfish, fly fishing for salmon and trout, bait fishing for pike, and lobster pot for lobsters. I am f2p, and I'm wondering what the fastest method is. I don't care about money, I just want to know what the fastest from 68 to 99. Should i drop my tuna to get more experience in one trip? Or keep them and bank all of it?

What are the best commercial fishing oppurtunities in Alaska? I'm 24 years old and will be arriving in Anchorage on May 17th. I've heard that Homer is a great place to work out of. What's it like there as far as possibilities to find a job on a fishing boat? What is there to do when I'm in port? What are other options in other Alaskan towns?

What kind of different types of fishing are there? My uncle and i went fishing and he used this rod but it did'nt have a reel. instead, it was held parallel to the water and a floating stick was at the end of the line. when a fish bit, the stick would sink or rise and he would pull the rod up with fish. i was wondering what this kind of fishing is called.

What type of sinker should i use when fishing off a pier? I'm fishing in Galveston off a pier in the morning should I use a pyramid sinker (I have a 2 and 3 oz.) or one with the round bottom.(1 or 2 oz.) I'm going to have two leaders coming off it with live or frozen shrimp if this matters any. Or if neither any suggestions would be appreciated. New to saltwater fishing here.

What is the difference between these 2 fishing poles? I went to go get a new fishing pole because i have had the same one for 4 years now. And i noticed there were 2 different poles one was much longer and said it was a bass fishing rod, and the smaller one was a multi species one. Oh and the bigger one had a much bigger string hole at the beggining. I fish in lakes and i mostly catch small mouth bass, sun fish etc, but i want to catch bigger things soon.

How do you catch the Marlin over 500 pounds in flick fishing? I've been trying to catch the two Marlin over 500 pounds on Flick fishing for countless hours...with no success. I've been using the sea lure like the old man says, and nothing. Also, I've been fishing where it says the Marlin is the popular catch. Any ideas/suggestions?

What is the shortest commercial fishing season? I want to go commercial fishing but I have to work at my family's fishing lodge in the summer, so I was wondering what the shortest commercial fishing season is, so I don't have to be gone from the lodge for so long. thanks I am looking in alaska. Any species.

What types of fishing can i do with my new rod and reel combo? i have the ugly stick catfish, bait-caster rod and reel combo.the rod is a medium to heavy action pole. what type of fishing can i do with this rod and reel besides cat-fishing?

What is a good quality fishing bait for Bass and fish like it? Me and my husband are going fishing next week and we have some rods, hooks, bobbers, line, weights, ect. But I'm unsure what to get for bait. Me grandfather has passed-away so I can't get recommendations from him. What brand would you recommend?

What is the best way to clean old fishing lures without damaging them? I have over a hundred vintage fishing lures that were my dad's. They are in really good shape, but need cleaning. I need to know the best way to clean them without damage to them.

What are the best saltwater fishing reels? I'm looking for a quality fishing reel that will last a long time. I have used almost a dozen of fishing reels over the years and I can't seem to find a reel that does not break within a year!!!. I fished with a Penn reel and even that failed on me!!!. I don't want to spend more than $65.00. Any suggestions?

Where is the best place to go fly fishing in the US? I am planning a luxury fly fishing retreat for 10 key customers. These people have the money to do whatever they want so we need to impress. I am very unfamiliar with fly fishing so would like some recommendations on the best locations to fish that have the most high end, luxury accommodations as well as engaging people to take the group out to fish. In addition, I would like to find a location that has a full service, high end spa for those who do not want to fish. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

What is a good time to start the bass fishing season? I want to start bass fishing this year, but I'm not sure what's the best time to start. When I started last year, my results wre varied form trip to trip. Some days were really good, others were like fishing in the dead of winter. I just want to start at the right time. A good time would also include a time where I won't be cold, I cannot stand even the slightest cold.

What is the best boat length for near shore fishing? I am interested in purchasing a boat for fishing off the cost of North Carolina with. I would like to fishing mainly nearshore, sound and an occasional gulf stream run. I am tring to figure out what the best boat set up would be. Things I am considering are boat length, beam, single or dual outboards, what horse power, center consol or walkaround, etc. Any opinion of a good boat set up would be a great help.

How do you build a magnetic fishing pole for a high school science fair? I'm doing a science fair project on a magnetic fishing pole and I have no idea how to build it! Me and my dad built it twice and it still didn't work. What should I do?

What is the best bait to use for trout fishing? I am going fishing and was wondering what is the best type of bait to use for trout. I usually use night crawlers but I was wondering if anyone knew of anything better or had little secrets or brand of bait they might want to share or recommend. Thanks in advance.

How can glowsticks be used for fishing or boating? I saw them for sell on basspro shops website under marine accessories and I'm just curious, cause I do a lot of fishing and it's always nice to have another trick up my sleeve on the river. I'm going to let you all pick the best answer on this one. I got the general idea of them. Thanks a lot for all the answers.

What types of fishing rods are the best to use in San Francisco coast? I want to go out and buy a fishing rod to use in baker beach in San Francisco. I don't know much about fishing and really want to get into the sport. Also what is it going to cost me? Ballpark figure. Thanks!

How does the moon and the weather affect fishing for salmon in a river? I'm fishing in Washington on the West coast in the nisqually river to be exact. I was wondering how the tides affect fishing? what tides I need to fish. Why to fish these tides? Basically I need to learn the low down on these factors or if they even matter. I need as much detail as possible to understand this. I am also fishing for chinooks and cohos (kings and silvers) if that materrs. Thank you in advance.

How much will it cost for a fishing trip around Mactan Island, Philippines? My husband and I are planning a trip there next month, any tips for us to charter a boat that will take us fishing and snorkelling and island hopping, but don't have to share with others? Cost is one of our concerns but safety and reliability of the boatman is very very important too.

What is the song played during the fishing scene of Disturbia? Does anyone know the song played at the beginning of Disturbia, when Kale and his dad are fly-fishing? I think it's part of the score, but I can't find it anywhere. Thanks!

Can someone give me tips on fishing for prawns? I'm going to fish for prawns a few days later and I'm completely new at this activity. Can someone give me good pointers as to how I can fish and return with a bountiful produce? By the way I'd be fishing in a man made area, not the sea.

What is the advantage of buying a shorter or longer fishing rod? I am looking into buying a new fishing rod and the two options are either a 5'10" rod or a longer 6'6" rod, i usually just fish the detroit river and i do many different styles from casting to trolling to jigging and pretty much anything that's working. but i would like to know what the advantages of getting the shorter rod would be and what the advantages of getting the longer rod would be, also please let me know any disadvantages either might have, they are the same brand same price same everything except for the length, both are even medium action. Thank you for helping me with this.

What are some general tips on ice fishing? I going ice fishing tomorrow- what are some tips to increase my chances to have some success? Thank You!

What are the best lightweight recreational saltwater fishing boats? I need a saltwater fishing boat that I can row and affix a small motor.Lightweight and portable but room for 2 or 3. What should I be looking for?Thanks for any help

How do I keep earthworms alive for fishing? I have about 2 dozen earthworms that i bought for fishing and did not get the chance to use them all. How can I keep them alive so that I can use them in the next week or two? What, if anything, can I feed them? Do I water them? Do I keep them in the little container that they came in?

How how old does a child have to be to fish without a fishing license? My kids are 5, 6, and 7 and they want to go fishing today. Do I have to have a license for all 3 of them? We live in Minnesota.

What Fishing Level Should I Start Catching Lobsters In RuneScape? Hey Everyone!! I'm level 37 fishing and i know that at level 40 you can start fishing for lobsters. However, people have told me not to start catching lobsters immediately at level 40 because they will go too slow. So my question is, at what fishing level should i start catching lobsters so that they go pretty fast? Also, what should i fish for to get to that level? Thanks!