A Simple Beginners Guide To Fishing, And To Master The Art By The Team Behind Ocean Tackle Store.

It is one of the most popular sports in the country with over 4 million anglers in just the UK alone. These anglers don't just catch fish however they are interested in river conservation as well, making sure our rivers don't get polluted and littered.


The team behind Ocean Tackle Store have provided guidance and advice on how to begin and enjoy fishing.


Initially, you will need the basics, for fishing these are a rod and a reel. These need not be expensive and shouldn't cost more than 20 and as you get better you can get more advanced equipment helping you catch more substantial fish. Then importantly every fisherman has a tackle box complete with different size hooks, lures, sinkers, bobbers and swivers along with other things.


Then you have to decide where you are going to fish, will you pick the sea or in freshwater. The fish in both of these places are extremely different and require different fishing tactics. For every style of fishing, it is essential to learn how to cast, every angler does it a bit differently, and the best way is to practice in an open space, like your back garden. Just make sure no one else is around- as it can cause an injury.


Once you have mastered your casting and you have all the right equipment you are almost ready. Tie a fishermans knot onto your hoot and hook on the bait, this can be live bait like earthworms and maggots, or if this makes you feel a bit sick you can always use dry pellets. Another userful piece of apparatus are polarized sunglasses and these will weaken the glare from the water surface, letting you see what's lurking below.


When devising your first fishing excursion trip it is always best to listen to more experienced anglers. They usually are informed on the prime fishing spots and will provide plenty of guidance and tips. A good hint on learning how to fish is to think like a fish, this way you will find potential hiding places. Local fishermen will also give you information about pollution in the area, very useful particularly if you want to eat your catch.


Once you have cast your line to where you think a fish might be, reel in the slack. Its important to hold your rod on a 45-degree angle, Keep casting and reeling in until you feel a tug on your line, you have caught your first fish! Aim your rod towards the fish and reel in pulling up the rod tip to set the hook. To significantly reduce injury to the fish, do this process as quick as you can finally catch the fish with a net as it approaches the shallow water and the dispense the fish to the bucket, removing the hook carefully.


The best part about fishing is exploring the outdoors and near the water although catching the fish can be enjoyable too. Making sure you have the right equipment will make this hobby even easier and satisfying, and more importantly safe.