1. There are quite a few fishing websites that offer contests for free fishing tackle including rods, reels, lures, everything related to fishing all the way up to [...]]]> I have compiled the best list of all the sources for free fishing tackle that i can think of for anyone looking for free fishing tackle.

1. There are quite a few fishing websites that offer contests for free fishing tackle including rods, reels, lures, everything related to fishing all the way up to boats. Thats right from canoes to boats, including $100,000+ speed boats. If you are the lucky type find these contests and enter.

2. I have found full tackle boxes, rods, and reels under just a few feet of water, at docks and boat launches keep your eyes open. I have also found gold rings watches and lots of other goodies at these locations.

3. If you have ever fished where there are a lot of stumps this is an excellent place to find free fishing tackle especially when the water is low.

4. Fishing shows are a great place to get free brand new tackle, some vendors give out samples others will give you a new lure or other piece of equipment if you will write a favorable review of their product.

5. One of my other hobbies is metal detecting in the water and almost every time i find some kind of tackle at swimming beaches, fishermen will try their luck anywhere there is water.

6. There is a small canal in front of my florida home and almost daily i will find a bobber floating past.

7. Although yard sales are not free, they are another place to get fantastic deals on fishing tackle for next to nothing. I just had to mention it.

8. My brother inlaw gets more free stuff than anybody i know, he has had motorcycles, cars, three wheelers, snowmobiles, boats, motors, snow blowers and lots of other great items just given to him free. He is the luckiest person i know, and all he has ever done is ask.

9. place a want ad in your local newspaper, you will surprised how many people will respond to your ad.

10. There is a site called freecycle all you have to do is sign up, join the group near you and post what you are looking for chances are good someone will respond to your post. Read the guidelines before posting.

11. Don’t steal fishing tackle from your friends, you can borrow, or trade, and still remain friends.

I hope you have found the free fishing tackle list helpful, thanks for reading.

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1. The most effective bass lure you [...]]]> Bass Lures – the 5 Most Effective Bass Lures You Should Have in Your Tackle Box

Do you want to catch more bass? Here are the five most important bass lures to keep in your tackle box if you want to drastically improve your success rate and catch more bass.

1. The most effective bass lure you should include in your fishing tackle is the good old plastic worm. Plastic worms come in all sizes from 3 inch to the jumbo foot longs and in a multitude of colors. If you want to catch the big bass keep a few dozen different shapes, colors, and sizes in your arsenal. Plastic worms can be used by themselves or as a trailers, you can add weight to it and fish deep or go without the weight and hit the weeds and stumps, any place bass can hide the worm will draw them out.

2. The next type of lure i always stock in my tackle box is the spinner bait, just like the other lures in your tackle box keep different colors on hand, these are very versatile lures you can fish slow or fast, shallow or deep, spinners are flashy eye candy for bass.

3. The bass jig is another piece of fishing tackle i never leave home without, small in size but big on presence when fishing for bass. By it self or with a trailer keep an assortment of these on hand, they are great for fishing around rock piles and ledges and should be in every tackle box.

4. The crankbait has been around as long as i can remember and makes a great addition to the list for catching bass. Crankbaits look like small fish and we all know big fish eat smaller fish, i have a few twenty year old crankbaits that still consistently bring home the bass, bring a few crankbaits on your next bass hunt and you won’t be disappointed.

5. The swimbait is another top choice for bass, having the appearance of a minnow or other small fish swimbaits are just natural bass attractors, highly effective for catching the elusive trophy bass, don’t leave home without at least one.

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Always make sure the ice [...]]]> Ice fishing season is just around the corner so i have decided to create a comprehensive ice fishing checklist of all the items needed for ice fishing. Some of these items are basic necessities while others are pure luxury, prepare yourself with these items to maximize your fun on the ice.

Always make sure the ice is thick enough before venturing too far at least 4 inches to walk on, 6 inches for atv’s! Ice seldom freezes uniformly. It may be a foot thick in one location and only an inch or two just a few feet away BE CAREFUL! Every year someone loses their life ice fishing, don’t let it happen to you.

Ice fishing checklist

Ice picks__ always keep two ice picks in a convenient pocket in case you fall through the ice, these small items are practically weightless but can be the difference between life and death!

Fishing license and id__ it is cheaper buy a license than to pay the fine if you get caught without one.

Warm clothing__ dress in layers for comfort, if you get too warm excess clothing can be removed easier than wishing you brought another jacket.

Gloves__ bring extra gloves in case your main pair get wet.

Boots__ hat__ thermal underwear__ hand warmers__ battery operated socks__ if your feet get cold easy.

Sunglasses__ eye protection should always be on top of your list for obvious reasons snow blindness is no fun.

Food, drinks__ always bring some sort of food and drinks if you will be on the ice for an extended period hunger may strike and having something to drink is always a must.

Hand towel__ you will definitely get your hands wet more than once while ice fishing so bring a towel be prepared.

Ice fishing rod/reel combo__ bring at least one for each hole.

Extra line__ foam bobbers__ jig’s__lures__ sinkers__ spoons__ and terminal tackle__

Tip-ups__ these are great when fishing multiple holes, if the flag pops up there is usually a fish on your line.

Needle nose pliers__ letherman type utility tool__ you will need a few tools and i would start with these.

Sharp knife__ you may need a knife to cut bait, line, or rope.

Ice auger__ whether a gas auger, or hand auger this is essential to make your holes.

Spud__ to check ice depth, or to pry your shack free from the grip of the ice.

Ice dipper__ to remove the slush that constantly builds up in your holes.

Gaff__ for pulling large fish out of the hole.

Bait__ always bring plenty of bait, and different types.

Hot seat__ although not necessary this provides comfort as well as heat.

Bucket to sit on__ no need to say more.

Compass__ if there is a white out you should always know what direction shore is.

Shelter__ if you don’t have a shack and plan to stay for many hours these are great for getting out of the direct weather, especially on windy days.

Heater__ fuel__ great for extended stays on the ice.

Walkie talkie__ if you have buddies out with you or for emergency use.

PFD__ personal flotation device, these are always a good idea.

Cell phone__ emergency use or for talking to whomever.

GPS__ know exactly where you are and which direction to get to land/car/help.

Camera__ for pic’s of your buddies, your catch, or the scenery.

Flashlight__ i bring two one hand held, and one hands free headlight, make sure you have fresh batteries.

Matches/lighter__ may be needed for heater or emergency, keep in waterproof bag.

Sled__ needed to haul your gear weather you walk on the ice, or pull behind your snowmobile or 4 wheeler a sled is a must have.

Spear__ some fishermen like to set up lures in holes inside the shack and spear muskie and other large fish.

This ice fishing checklist should always be used as a reminder of what is needed for ice fishing, and everyone is encouraged to add to it, and copy it for your friends. Please be alert at all times when on the ice, stay warm, stay safe, and most of all have fun ice fishing.

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There are many reasons contributing to the lack of finding good [...]]]> In the last few years i have noticed the fishing has become sparse. Long gone are the days when a fisherman could go down to their favorite fishing hole, throw your line in the water and catch fish like there was a never ending supply.

There are many reasons contributing to the lack of finding good fishing, pollution is a major player, there are too many companies involved to name the guilty parties but many play a large role pumping pollution into the air only to come back down in the form of acid rain, killing not only the plants on our lands but the fish and other water dwelling creatures in our seas. Others outright dump barrels of toxic waste straight into the waters with no regard to the residents that live there and the impact it has on the rest of the world.

We also have to compete with larger predator fish that prey on smaller fish, but many species of birds also rely on fish as a food source, albatross, cormorants, eagles, egrets, gulls, herons, ibises, kingfishers, loons, and pelicans all eat fish as a food source. There are thousands of cormorants and each day a single bird will consume at least a pound or more of fish, This is just an example of one species, there are many more birds that depend on fish for survival. Now that’s serious competition in numbers, While most of us don’t go fishing every day, we still have to compete with these guy’s who work round the clock 365 days a year.

Now days it seems we have to go further and stay longer to make the trip worthwhile, while some of us still can consistently catch our limit more often than not others have a hard time just landing a few. There is no real secret to catching fish but this takes practice and patients, over time you will learn what works and and doesn’t, try different baits and lures, different colors, to become successful just experiment. If your line isn’t in the water you will have a hard time catching anything.

As time goes on we all learn to be more proficient, increase our success rate, and with a little luck only be skunked on rare occasions.

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Small reels will accept almost any [...]]]> Many fishermen make the common mistake of using line that is too heavy for the type of rod and reel they use, then wonder why they can’t cast very far. The first piece of advice i would give is to match the reel you use with the right line.

Small reels will accept almost any weight line but are actually best suited for light line, don’t go over 6 pound test unless you are using a large reel. Also note that fish have eyes, if you use a heavy line chances are great that the fish will see this line.

The size of your equipment also matters, you don’t need a 7 foot rod if you are fishing for rainbow trout, crappie, or bluegill, but if you are after larger fish like muskie, or salmon that would be the time to consider using a larger rod, reel, and line. The same goes for saltwater fishing, if you are going to be in an environment where there is the possibility that you would a 30 pound or larger fish make sure you have the equipment to match the game you are after.

There are lots of different baits and each fisherman has his or her favorite and most prized, you will want to have a good assortment of lures at the ready, and always test your lures, try different spoons, lures, and even live bait to find out what works. Another thing you can try is two different baits at the same time, a worm on one hook and a minnow on another hook, with this technique you can determine what the fish are hitting on.

You should also make it a point to ask other fishermen what they are catching and what the fish are biting on, most will be willing to tell you yet some will act like they are the only ones that have the “secret,” don’t worry about the secret keepers chances are they really don’t know anything more than anyone else.

Tackle boxes come in many sizes for convenience, there are compact tackle boxes that are great for packing in your backpack if you hike in to a remote fishing location for fly fishing and you only have a limited amount of space to carry the necessities, pick the right tackle box for the occasion.

You will want to have an assortment of bobbers, hooks, sinkers, swivels, gloves, a pair of needle nose pliers and a knife for the basic items in your tackle box, from there you can expand your arsenal with lures, spoons, flies, artificial baits like frogs, slugs, worms ect. Another thing you may want to consider is a small first aid kit with band-aids for the occasional cut you may get.

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