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Know the basics if you’re beginning fishing


Fishing is really interesting for many. You may want to try out fishing after seeing your uncle enjoying fishing. You must be excited about it. However, excitement apart, you need to know a few basic things as you just begin.

For those who are trying their hand at catching fish for the first time, it is better to start simple and keep investment as low as possible.

Just get the basic stuff that is absolutely necessary to start off fishing next weekend.

A license is required if you want to go fishing. You can go fishing  in your state or any other state you want. The price depends on the state where you want to try fishing. Usually it is not expensive and it won’t cost you more than 20$ per month. Also, the price is more if you choose another state as you will be a non resident there and need to pay a little extra. You can consider annual licences which is a good bet. Nowadays, you can get a license for fishing online so easily.


Then, you need to choose a spot where you want to try fishing. You can take help from people who are already trying their hand at fishing. You can also get good information on apps related to fishing. 

You can just download an app that can give you relevant and sufficient information about the fishing spots in your area or a place where you’ll be fishing in. Usually for first timers, a lake is a good option. Once you get the hang of fishing, you can then try fishing in a river.

Your friends or uncles who are more experienced in fishing can guide you better about it. Talk to them once to get glimpses of fishing. They can help you with good safety precautions so that you can have good fishing experience.

Then you can go to a local tackle store and take a look at the equipment. The employees at the store can give you very useful information and help you pick the best equipment that fits your needs. Just get the basic equipment like a reel and rod at first. Then you can get Lures and baits as you progress. As you gain experience, you can gather complete fishing gear and apparel that you need.

If you want to head out to fishing like your uncle, you must not forget about taking first aid with you. If disastrous things happen, this kit will come in handy. However, do not worry about mishaps. Keep your excitement alive and go for it with full enthusiasm and enjoy the process.

Know what kind of fish be there at the spot you are going to fishing in like flying fish or artificial lures etc. You can read the state’s forest department journals or website to get useful and accurate information.

Demonstrate good etiquette there. Do not disturb others who are also trying fishing along with you. Don’t crowd their spot. Be in your place and let others enjoy it too.