http://www.generalfishingtackle.com Fishing Tackle for Bass Fishing, Fly Fish Gear, and Colorado Trout Fishing daily 1 http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/851612-Bird-Watching-Competitions-I-Spy-With-My-Little-Eye.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 01:24:14 -0500 Bird watching typically conjures up images of people pursuing arelaxing day of staring into the sky with binoculars. Ah, butthen there is the competitive side of birding. Flying Emus...err, ElbowsFor many people, something is only worth undertaking if there isan element of competitiveness. With bird watching, no suchelement really exists unless you include adding to your lifelist as a competition. Even if you do, it is a rather vague,indirect form of competition. This is where bird watchingcompe... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/851612-Bird-Watching-Competitions-I-Spy-With-My-Little-Eye.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/167643-Fishing-Equipment-And-Accessories.html Mon, 06 Sep 2010 06:15:28 -0500 The sun is shining. The air is cool and crisp. Yes, this is agreat time for fishing. As you come to the edge of a swiftly moving stream, you see agreat fishing adventure beckoning. You set down your tackle boxand your rod and reel, slip off your waterproof jacket, and slipon a pair of hip waders over your fisherman's vest. The abovementioned are just a few of the many fishingaccessories that are available to you from stores, catalogs andthe internet. Read on to learn more about the accessories y... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/167643-Fishing-Equipment-And-Accessories.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/262747-Fishing-Kayak-Reel-Fish-Enthusiasts-Can-Now-Tackle-Their.html Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:56:08 -0500 The fishing kayak is a wonderful introduction and compliment tothe outdoor sport of catching fish, and kayak fishing hasenabled the enthusiastic anglers the opportunity to take theirmuch-loved sportfishing activity on the go with greatflexibility!Not all fishermen and women want to make the big purchase of alarge boat, trailer, and all the additional costs that go withthem. 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Do not make an or... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/648433-Drizzle-Fishing.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/234247-Drizzle-Fishing-in-Saltwater-or-Freshwater.html Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:26:38 -0500 Great fish catching opportunity after a rain storm. What the heck is that you might ask? Well, let me tell you.Drizzle fishing is all about taking a break and gettingside-tracked from your normal daily activities towards the endof an afternoon or evening thunderstorm, even if only for abrief period of time. Just after the storm moves through, grabyour fishing rod and head for your nearest canal, seawall orbeachfront and make a few casts with your favorite fishing lure. Keep it simple. Do not m... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/234247-Drizzle-Fishing-in-Saltwater-or-Freshwater.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/322674-Why-The-Moon-Is-Your-Key-To-Night-Fishing-Success.html Mon, 30 Aug 2010 01:27:31 -0500 Want To Catch More Fish At Night, Watch the Moon!Sounds like a crazy idea, doesn't it?I thought so to, until I experienced it first hand.Using the moon, you are able to learn several things about fishat night. During a full moon, you are most likely to find fishhiding in the shadows. Don't ask why it's true, but that's whatwe have seen. When you find shadows on the water from trees,etc, you know exactly where you need to cast your line.Keep in mind that if there is no moon, you aren't out of lu... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/322674-Why-The-Moon-Is-Your-Key-To-Night-Fishing-Success.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/670368-The-Only-Fishing-Experts-You-Should-Listen-Too.html Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:37:18 -0500 Everyone's an Expert, So Who Has The Right Answers?Have you ever been stuck in a conversation with a fisherman whothinks they know everything there is to know about night fishing?One thing most experts will tell you, is that the Evening Secret will swarm fish to your spot, so you cancatch a lot more. http:www.eveningsecretfishing.comspecialsecretexperts.phpI know I have. After listening about how many fish this personcaught yesterday or hearing about the pounder he brought homelast week, it ma... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/670368-The-Only-Fishing-Experts-You-Should-Listen-Too.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/234487-Reviewing-the-new-Berkley-Vanish-Transition-Fluorocarbon-Line.html Mon, 23 Aug 2010 06:09:02 -0500 The purpose of this new style Vanish from Berkley is to give theline better usability for the fisherman. Above the water itshould be highly visible but below the surface it should stillhave the same vanishing qualities we have come to expect fromthis well loved line.When we tried it out for ourselves, we were very impressed andfound that it certainly did what it said it did! However, at thesame time, we wanted to hear an independent opinion and so weasked Tony Irwin, Jason Brennan and Phil Allan... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/234487-Reviewing-the-new-Berkley-Vanish-Transition-Fluorocarbon-Line.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/863567-Fancy-catching-something-slightly-different-How-about-an-Angler.html Sun, 22 Aug 2010 04:41:53 -0500 Catching an Angler Fish is not actually as uncommon as it soundsand many charter fishing boats around the UK and Ireland listthem as a targeted species in their area. Indeed, if you want togo Angler Fish fishing then now is the best time - July, Augustand September are optimum months.The true Angler Fish lives in both shallow and deep water andthere is regularly confusion over their identity as eitherAngler Fish or Monkfish. It is more a case that there is morethan one variety of both and at som... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/863567-Fancy-catching-something-slightly-different-How-about-an-Angler.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/593076-Tarpon-Fishing-and-Catching-The-Elusive-Silver-King-Megalops.html Sat, 21 Aug 2010 04:04:48 -0500 Learn more about this magnificent ocean creature athttp:www.tarpon-fishing-i.com. Growing to lengths of morethan eight feet and weighing more than pounds, it is easy tosee why the tarpon is one of the most sought after saltwatergamefish in the world. It's habitat is close to the shoreline sofishermen of all types and skill levels can catch them.If you have ever had the priviledge of hooking up on a bigtarpon then you know the exhilaration and thrill of testingyourself in battle against one of t... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/593076-Tarpon-Fishing-and-Catching-The-Elusive-Silver-King-Megalops.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/811226-Fishing-Reel-Repair-How-To-Keep-Your-Reel-In-Top-Condition-Throughout-Its-Life.html Fri, 20 Aug 2010 04:10:41 -0500 Many people are interested in fishing reel repair, as more and more people are purchasing a fishing reel every single day. Quite simply, fishing is becoming a more popular sport seemingly every single day, and never before have more people been purchasing fishing reels. Therefore, being able to repair and keep up your reel is a necessary skill to have as a fisherman. Here are some important fishing reel parts and repair tips to help you to find out how to repair your reel as quickly as possible.... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/811226-Fishing-Reel-Repair-How-To-Keep-Your-Reel-In-Top-Condition-Throughout-Its-Life.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/478251-Confessions-of-a-Stream-Angler.html Thu, 19 Aug 2010 03:47:48 -0500 A HeartlandOutdoorsman.com Production..... Leave this intact as it is consideredpermission to reproduce The routine hadn't changed much in the last years or so. Atypical Saturday morning would find Frank Malone rising wellbefore sunrise. Today would be no different. As he sat on theedge of his bed wiping the sleep from his eyes, Frank ponderedhis fishing opportunities, wondering where this day might leadhim. The smell of freshly brewed coffee now filled the lonelyhouse, and Frank wondered how ... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/478251-Confessions-of-a-Stream-Angler.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/601846-Angler-s-Attention.html Wed, 18 Aug 2010 01:18:19 -0500 There is something that I have called 'angler's attention'. Itis developed after you have been fishing, and in this article wewill be concerning ourselves with fly fishing, for years andyears. You can usually tell those that have it and those thatdon't. Quickly rigging up your fly rod, and racing to a likelyfishing spot, solely concerned about yourself and your gear, aretelltale signs of someone not possessing angler's attention.I spent many years, especially when I didn't have much time tofish,... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/601846-Angler-s-Attention.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/623009-A-wave-from-the-Tour.html Mon, 16 Aug 2010 05:40:54 -0500 IT takes hours of map reading and meticulous attention to detailto ensure a successful Tour de France, and thats just thespectators. I had prepared and planned out a route that wouldland me close to the end of stage of the Tour, a km tripfor the cyclists from Saint Flour to Figeac. But thousands ofother people had the same idea so it was a slow crawl throughthe streets of Figeac, in the Lot, before I found myself aboutkm from the end of the race. The village of Saint Jean Mirabelhad come out in... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/623009-A-wave-from-the-Tour.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/904664-Reel-In-the-Perfect-Fishing-Vacation.html Sun, 15 Aug 2010 04:14:38 -0500 Do a web search to plan a fishing vacation and you will findhundreds of thousands of sites. Planning a fishing vacation,whether to your local lake for a day or off to Belize for a day exotic excursion, can be a trying experience. How do younarrow down the choices to find the fishing destination that isright for you? After all, fishing is not a matter of life and death, it ismuch more important than that.The best way to select a fishing destination is to begin byidentifying your priorities. Is th... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/904664-Reel-In-the-Perfect-Fishing-Vacation.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/634032-How-To-Choose-The-Fishing-Trip-Destination-That-s-Right-For-Your.html Sat, 14 Aug 2010 04:20:14 -0500 Try doing a web search on the words fishing lodge and you willcome up with hundreds of thousands of matches. Visit any majorsports show and youll find dozens of outfitters, each offeringpromises of the trip of a lifetime. How on earth do you narrowit down and find the fishing destination thats just right foryou?Identify Your Priorities for you fishing trip...The first step in selecting a destination is to sit down witheveryone else going on the trip and discuss what it is that youwant out of the... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/634032-How-To-Choose-The-Fishing-Trip-Destination-That-s-Right-For-Your.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/816046-A-Guide-to-Non-Typical-Catfish-Fishing-Techniques-Part-II.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:42:32 -0500 Method EquipmentI fish baits at all depths, not just the bottom, in wide-openwater. I always set up and fish deep lake structures. Besides anunderstanding of the contours on the bottom of the lake, beingmobile and being able to read your fish locator are the keys.The tools I use are -foot heavy action rods, circle hooks, cutand live shad, balloons and the all-important fish locator. Iuse -pound line, large capacity reels, -foot heavy actionrods, oz. Egg sinkers, barrel swivels and circle hooks... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/816046-A-Guide-to-Non-Typical-Catfish-Fishing-Techniques-Part-II.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/921559-Assured-Strike-Fishing-Rod-Holder-Gear-Talk.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 04:42:27 -0500 ... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/921559-Assured-Strike-Fishing-Rod-Holder-Gear-Talk.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/320814-Landing-That-Ideal-Fishing-Vacation.html Thu, 12 Aug 2010 04:16:55 -0500 Planning a fishing vacation, whether to one of your local lakesfor a day or two or off to Brazil for a day exotic excursion,can be a trying experience. How do you narrow down the choicesto find the fishing destination that is right for you? Afterall, fishing is not a matter of life and death, it is much moreimportant than that.The easiest method of selecting a fishing destination is tobegin by identifying your priorities. Do you want to fishSaltwater surf, deep sea, reef or Freshwater lake, st... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/320814-Landing-That-Ideal-Fishing-Vacation.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/979923-Fly-Fishing-Rods.html Wed, 11 Aug 2010 04:25:33 -0500 Choosing the right fly fishing rod.Fly fishing rods are different from normal bait and spinning rods. The come in lengths of foot to foot.Usually rods over ft in are double handed and used for salmon or salt water fly fishing.Choosing the right rod for you should be your main priority when your learning to fish. You should always ask your self these questions.First, how much am I willing to spend? Always keep this in mind as rods can range from a few dollars to thousands. If its your first rod... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/979923-Fly-Fishing-Rods.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/705761-Great-Fly-Fishing-Tips.html Tue, 10 Aug 2010 04:22:43 -0500 Most people think of fly fishing as a peaceful sport. They picture themselves standing on the banks of a beautiful river, whipping a fishing rod back and forth and sending a fishing line flying back and forth above their heads in a manner that is relaxed and graceful. They can see the line flying about, tempting one trout after another. Maybe they've seen a movie that features fishing, or they went with a friend. Whatever the reason, the person is now interested in fishing and wants to learn mor... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/705761-Great-Fly-Fishing-Tips.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/999890-A-Guide-to-Non-Typical-Catfish-Fishing-Techniques-Part-I.html Mon, 09 Aug 2010 06:07:32 -0500 IntroductionMany of the people about to take one of my guided trips dontbelieve that Catfish feed as aggressively as other game fish.People are used to throwing out their bait and letting it setwhile they wait. Some days this works and they dont have towait very long, but some days we all know that the wait can bevery long. 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I bring home more and bigger fish than I ever thought I possibly could, and I know that if I can get these kinds of results from read... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/164956-Bass-Fishing-With-The-Pros.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/253058-Fly-Fishing-with-Streamers.html Fri, 06 Aug 2010 04:20:50 -0500 Fly fishing streamers is often over looked by fly anglers,especially trout anglers. Streamers is a category of flies flyfisherman have given to loosely mean food other than insects.Generally, being smaller fish, it could also be crayfish,leeches, and crustaceans. Bass and salt water anglers, are morefamiliar with the theory that big fish eat littler fish.However, as our sport is dominated by trout anglers we thinkinsect first and many times that is as far as our thoughtprocess goes. However, big... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/253058-Fly-Fishing-with-Streamers.html http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/860651-Find-a-Fishing-Guide-or-Charter.html Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:26:07 -0500 Every time I travel I like to see if there is a fishingguide or charter boat that can take me out fishing. Its tough to be successfulwith fishing if you have never been to an area before and that is why you needsomeone who is familiar with the area to show you the ropes. Some of the best fishing charters that I have been on werein southern California. Southern California has some really good fishing and some reallyknowledgeable charter fishing captains. Mainealso has some really good charter fis... http://www.generalfishingtackle.com/860651-Find-a-Fishing-Guide-or-Charter.html