Fishing in America
America is one of the greatest countries on earth for a fishing holiday. You need very little: a rod, some bait, a car and the great American outdoors. There is a whole slew of locales and scenic spots to start angling, and with the abundance of freshwater lakes and miles of Atlantic and Pacific coastlines, freshwater and saltwater fishing are all yours.
It should be noted though, that even though fishing is not exactly the most extreme of sports, it is worth having some kind of travel insurance. Particularly for saltwater fishing or using the Great Lakes, the machinery involved in boats and dealing with large animals can lead to the occasional spot of bother. Check out Direct-Travel for travel insurance deals, just to give you the peace of mind you need.
If you end up landing Shamu, and he doesn’t take too kindly to it, an insurance policy may help ease your mind when explaining to the skipper why his precious fishing boat is in several pieces. You can never be too careful.
Assuming for a moment that you aren’t going to catch a killer whale, then what to do to boost your game? Firstly, when fishing in either fresh or saltwater, you need to choose bait with care. Ideally, the size of your bait will match the size of the prey the fish are accustomed to. In addition, the weight of your line should match the size of the bait you’re using; this will allow you to use ultra-light lures that are especially attractive to your catch.
You should also follow sun, moon and weather patterns. Salt and freshwater fish, like all other creatures, are directly influenced by their environment—and that includes everything from the gravitational pull of the moon to how high the sun is in the sky. Days on or near key moon phases can often be prime times to make a catch. Bright sunlight can bother fish, while wind can drive bait fish or insects to the downwind side of a lake (where gamefish are sure to follow). Fish also tend to be less active during hot and muggy, high-pressure periods.
The most surprising tip that I have learned in my years as an angler is to wash your hands. This is one of the most often overlooked freshwater fishing tips, but it really makes a difference. Fish actually have a very sensitive sense of smell. If their bait smells like cigarette smoke or bug spray, they’ll be that less likely to bite.
