The Fishing Blog

If you love fishing for striped bass, there is little doubt that you have found that they are easiest to land in areas where there are numerous structures. Whether it is boulder piles, reefs or wrecks, they seem to attract striped bass. If you have ever fished along the Connecticut side of Long Island you are probably familiar with some of the popular reefs in that area. Remember the height of a reef is not always important, instead, you are interested in the steepness of the hill. You may find fish in water as deep as eighty feet or you may be surprised by finding a school in as little as ten feet of water. Funnel formations are the reasons that reefs are such great ambush points for striped bass. They allow you to spread bait across the water column which then flows down and over the crest, and once the tide flows up the hill, the bait gets carried along to the crest of the peak. This is typically where the striped bass are waiting to feed, and depth does not matter in these cases. The better the funnel shape, the more likely you will be to have success landing striped bass. The crest of the reef is approximately the same as the reef line.

Cruise up-tide from the reef once you have located the top. You can use your fish-finder to assist you. Remember that even if you do not see any hits on the fish finder does not mean that there are not striped bass in the area – they typically cling fairly close to the structures making them difficult for even the most advanced fish-finders to track. As a rule, you should most likely start off in waters that are about 20 feet deeper than where your reef crested. With your boat out of gear, drop your rig all the way to the bottom. If you have difficulty reaching bottom, consider adding some additional weight. Remember, that you will want to be fishing approximately three to six feet above the bottom so you do need to know where it is. As your boat drifts, you will soon grow accustomed to where the bottom is in different areas. As you feel the sinker hitting the bottom, simply crank your reel handle to bring it back up. It is best if you attempt to keep your line as vertical as possible as it will help you manage your line better. It’s important to bear in mind that as you drift uphill you are going to contact the bottom more frequently so make sure you keep an eye on your line.

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Let me ask you a simple question. What if you want to participate in Tryouts soccer, but are not in shape and have not played soccer in a long time. don’t bother too much Upon following these simple steps you will be soon be ready to participate

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If you have children, you know that as soon as the final school bell of the year rings, kids are looking for something to do. Even the most studious children during the school year may turn into lazy versions of themselves during the long summer days. While kids deserve a break from homework and tests, there is no reason why the months should be spent sitting on the couch. If the right activities are planned and available to them, they are more likely to stay active. Having a plan for the summer ensures boredome will be kept at bay. Kids who have plenty of fun options have a tendency to be happier kids, which will help families avoid squabbles and fights. If you are trying to think of ways to keep your kids active during the warm summer months, there are plenty of options. The first thing you want to do is plan far enough in advance so you are not stuck at the last minute trying to come up with options. You also should find affordable options. Even if you splurge on a family trip, you should budget a few everyday things too. Finally, find safe options that keep kids active. The goal is to avoid kids sitting around the house on the couch, stuffing their faces with sugary or fattening foods all summer long. If your kid is a sports enthusiast, keep them sharp with informal practice sessions. For kids who love playing ball, consider Pitching machines or baseball training aids for the backyard. If they love basketball, install a net on the exterior of the garage. This gives them a way to practice even during the off-season.

Another option for keeping kids busy and fit during the summer is to schedule some time in summer camp. There are camps for just about every interest, so be sure to choose something your child enjoys.

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Fishing has always been a fun hobby for families and friends. It is something you can do for a short period of time or for hours on end. Many people love the soothing and relaxing feeling you get when you cast your line into the water. All you really need for gear and a location is somewhere to fish, fishing rods, fishing reels, and bait. You can go fishing when you are on a camping trip, or simply when you have an urge to go do something in nature and get out of your house. It’s easy and fun, and better than sitting at home watching TV with your kids all day.

Some people don’t fish because they don’t enjoy harming animals. There is a way to get around that when it comes to fishing. If you hook a fish and keep it for yourself, to eat or show off you are obviously hurting a living creature. There are ways to not harm the fish, for example, if you hook a fish you can simply take it off the hook and throw it back into the water. Yes the hook has gone into the fish, but it does not hurt the fish, it can still survive easily.

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